In prideful celebration of their culture and heritage, resourceful Minot residents have extended the scope of their magic to create a number of annual events gaining regional and national attention:

JANUARY
KMOT TV Ag Expo, 701-852-5254, offers exhibitors from North Dakota, surrounding states and Canada the opportunity to exhibit the latest technology and equipment in farming.
Minot Symphony Orchestra - 858-4228 - Minot is one of the smallest cities in the U.S. to have a full symphony orchestra. - Ann Nicole Nelson Hall - Minot State University campus

FEBRUARY
Champagne & Ice - Grand Hotel; hosted by the Northern Plains Children's Advocacy, 852-0836
Wild About Wheels - ND State Fair Center, 822-7223
Heritage Singers Variety Show - Sleep Inn

MARCH
KX Sport Show – view recreational products and exhibits and attend seminars given by professionals from throughout North Dakota, Manitoba and Saskatchewan. 701-852-2104 ND State Fair Center
Home and Garden Show, 701-852-0496, is a two day event sponsored by the Minot Association of Builders. It features home and garden displays.  ND State Fair Center

APRIL
The Big One Arts & Crafts Fair, Over 400 crafters display and sell their creations. State Fair Center, 701-837-6059
Shrine Circus - Shrine Circus takes place at the ND State Fair Center, 838-7388, shriners@minot.com
Minot Symphony Orchestra - Minot is one of the smallest city in the U.S. to have a full symphony orchestra. - Ann Nicole Nelson Hall - Minot State University campus, 858-4228
Minot Quilt Guild – "Prairie Quilters" Festival - This annual event, held each spring, consists of a quilt show, quilt classes and demonstrations offered by area and national teachers, and the ever-popular vendors’ market.

JUNE
Arts in the City & Park - From mid-June through early August, this program offers something for all ages and interests in a relaxed outdoor setting. On Thursday and Sunday afternoons and evenings, and some Tuesdays, the Minot Area Council of the Arts hosts musical and visual arts presentations, 852-2787.
MSU's Summer Theatre - The Minot State University outdoor theatre allows you to enjoy musicals and other productions in a unique atmosphere, 858-3878.

JULY
North Dakota State Fair, 701-857-7620, welcomes more than a quarter of a million people each year. Lasting nine days, it is North Dakota's main summer event. Exhibits, livestock shows, carnival activities and big-name entertainment are waiting for those who attend.
Arts in the Park - From mid-June through early August, this program offers something for all ages and interests in a relaxed outdoor setting. On Thursday and Sunday afternoons and evenings, and some Tuesdays, the Minot Area Council of the Arts hosts musical and visual arts presentations, 852-2787.
MSU's Summer Theatre, The Minot State University outdoor theatre allows you to enjoy musicals and other productions in a unique atmosphere, 858-3878

AUGUST
Arts in the City & Park - From mid-June through early August, this program offers something for all ages and interests in a relaxed outdoor setting. On Thursday and Sunday afternoons and evenings, and some Tuesdays, the Minot Area Council of the Arts hosts musical and visual arts presentations, 852-2787.
MSU's Summer Theatre, The Minot State University outdoor theatre allows you to enjoy musicals and other productions in a unique atmosphere, 858-3878

SEPTEMBER
Festival on Main, Downtown, 701-852-8874
World of Outlaws, ND State Fairgrounds
Motor Magic, 701-857-7620, is the biggest motor sports event in the upper midwest.

OCTOBER
Y's Men's Professional Bull Riding, an annual Pro Rodeo featuring cowboys/cowgirls from around the nation and Canada, ND ND State Fair Center, 852-0141
Minot Symphony Orchestra - Minot is one of the smallest cities in the U.S. to have a full symphony orchestra. - Ann Nicole Nelson Hall - Minot State University campus, 858-4228

NOVEMBER
The Big One Arts & Crafts Fair, Over 400 crafters display and sell their creations. State Fair Center, 701-837-6059
Old Fashioned Christmas Open House, Downtown Minot, 852-8874

DECEMBER
Holiday Tour of Homes, Taube Museum, 838-4445
Renaissance Christmas Feast, an invitation from the Lord of the Manor for an English Christmas Feast, 858-4213.