In this bonus episode of the Living in Mckenzie County Podcast, host Jessie Veeder Scofield welcomes Long X Arts Education and Outreach Coordinator Oksana Zvyagelskiy, Rough Rider Center Assistant Director Josh Nollmeyer, and Watford City Parks and Rec’s Recreation Manager Krystal Picklesimer. The group takes a look at the various events and activities that will be taking place this summer in McKenzie County.
Homefest
Homefest is a centerpiece of the summer calendar in Watford City where the community gathers to enjoy music, food, and company. This year’s Homefest will take place July 10-11 and will consist of a 5K run, mud volleyball and cornhole tournaments, class reunions, and a street dance to close out each night.
https://www.watfordcityevents.com/all/Calendar/Details/Watford-City-Homefest-Food-Music-on-Main-/4502
Art in the Park
Art in the Park transforms the Watford City Tourist Park into into a vibrant display of creativity, featuring artwork from local and visiting artists. Held alongside Homefest, the July 11 event includes a baby pageant, talent show, and a foam party. The park will also contain art vendors, food, face painting, bounce houses, and more! Festivities will take place 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
https://longxarts.com/events/artinthepark/
Minot Hot Tots
The Minot Hot Tots have teamed up with the Rough Rider Center to bring the full Northwoods League game-day experience to Watford City! They’ll be taking on the St. Cloud Rox in two official Northwoods League regular season games as part of NWL Baseball Watford City Weekend, presented by American Legion Carl E. Rogen Post 29. Games are on July 18 and 19, with first pitch at 6:35 p.m. each night.
https://roughridercenter.com/event/minot-hot-tots-vs-st-cloud-rox-watford-city-weekend-baseball/
Spending summer in North Dakota means embracing all these wonderful events that illuminate our communities. From the lively settings of Homefest and Art in the Park to the cheers at a Hot Tots game, there’s something to look forward to every week. Come rain or shine, these events enhance the spirit of summer, and we can’t wait to partake in all the fun that lies ahead.
‘Living in McKenzie County’ is a multi-platform content series co-hosted by McKenzie County Economic Development Director Meghan Taunton, and City of Watford City Community and Business Development Director Vawnita Best. Emanating from The Studio at Long X, new episodes drop the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.
