Events & Programs

2 North 3rd Street, Suite C, Grand Forks, ND 58203 : 701.772.3710 : info@novac.org

Our Events & Programs

Annual Arts Awards and Auction

The seventh annual Arts Awards are set for September, 2012. Join us at the Empire Arts Center as we honor the people and organizations that help our regional arts thrive. The awards ceremony, which features performances by local arts organizations, is accompanied by a high- quality, affordable Silent Art Auction and an hor d'oeurves and wine hour.

Zombie Music Fest

Zombie Music Fest is a family fun day of Halloween activities and rock music, held on the first Saturday of October.

This event includes a Beer Garden, Food, Family Halloween Activities, Top-Quality Music Acts. Costumes are Optional- Zombie Fest has a zombie make-up booth to help you get zombified.

Art and Wine Walk

Stroll through downtown Grand Forks and East Grand Forks. Enjoy fine wine and diverse artists. Third Saturday of the month, June- October. Buy your map at the Blue Moose, East Grand Forks, or the GuestHouse Town House in Grand Forks between 1-4:15pm. Are you an artist or business who would like to participate? Download the application on our homepage in April, 2012.

Mayor's Choice Artist Program

Every 3 months, Grand Forks Mayor Mike Brown chooses an artist to showcase his/her work at City Hall. Each new artist is honored with a reception. In addition to artists, we are currently seeking musicians, poets, etc. to perform at the receptions. For more info and to download the artist application, click the logo above or e-mail info@novac.org.

Grand Cities Art Fest

Going into its 10th year, the Grand Cities Art Fest will take place the weekend of June 9-10, 2012. Art Fest brings 40,000+ visitors to the banks of the Red River in downtown Grand Forks and East Grand Forks to enjoy 150+ artisans, many food vendors, free kids' activities, and exciting performers. For information on participating as an artist, artisan, food vendor or performer, e-mail info@novac.org or call us at 701-772-3710.

CulturePulse.org

CulturePulse.org is a free, on-line calendar of every arts and culture event in the state. The site also includes a listing of artists, arts organizations, and arts venues, making it the most comprehensive listing for arts and culture in the region. Are you an artist or arts organization? Click on the logo to the left and create your free CulturePulse profile today!