Get ready for the Wild West Weekend featuring 3 rounds of rodeo action! It's the NDRA Final Championships on Sept 26 & 27. There will also be a Western Art & Vendor show throughout the weekend, and a cowboy kids zone, MHA cultural dancers, and mechanical bull-riding.
Buy TicketsWe are looking forward to Ag in the Classroom 2026! Students in McKenzie County will join us for a hands-on day, diving into the world of farming with a petting zoo, machinery, demonstrations, and more!
Ag in the Classroom is an interactive event that brings the world of agriculture to life for local school-aged kids. From petting zoo animals to climbing into real farm machinery, students get up close and personal with the sights, sounds, and excitement of farm life. Hards-on learning stations, crafts, and engaging demonstrations make this a fun-filled day they won't forget! It's all about sparking curiosity, having fun, and celebrating the importance of agriculture in our everyday lives.
Come out to the petting zoo and meet our friendly farm animals! Free admission!
Get up close with some of your favorite farm animals at the FREE McKenzie County petting zoo! This family-friendly experience invites visitors of all ages to meet and interact with a variety of animals.
Save the dates for our Pumpkin Pickin' Palooza! Fridays-Sundays in October!
More information on weekend themes and activities to come!
It's the 9th Annual Bucking Horse Futurity in Watford City, ND. Broncs in the Bakken takes place on October 18, at 3 p.m.
The 9th Annual Bucking Horse Futurity "Broncs in the Bakken" is coming up in Watford City, ND. The event is on October 18, 3 p.m., at the indoor arena at the McKenzie County Ag Expo.
Admission is free.
Contractor entries will be open from October 5th to the 15th. Contractors can enter online at www.headingsrodeo.com
They are coming back! The NTPA Truck & Tractor Pull returns to McKenzie County in 2026! Get ready for heart-pounding horsepower, flying dirt, and family-friendly fun. Date, tickets, and pricing coming soon—stay tuned!
The wait is over—the NTPA Truck & Tractor Pull is coming back to McKenzie County in 2026! After taking a year off, this fan-favorite event returns to our facility with even more horsepower, more excitement, and more thrills.
Expect a show packed with high-powered action as top competitors from across the nation bring their roaring machines to battle it out on the track. Whether you're a longtime pull fan or new to the sport, there's something for everyone—from the rumble of the modified tractors to the grit of the diesel trucks.
The official date is still being finalized, and tickets aren’t on sale just yet, but trust us—you won’t want to miss it. Mark your calendars, tell your crew, and get ready for the return of one of the most exciting motorsport events in the region.
Stay tuned for updates on ticket sales and pricing—we’ll be announcing all the details right here as soon as they’re available!
The McKenzie County fair is held each June at the McKenzie County Ag Expo.
Come enjoy the carnival rides, great food, and fun entertainment, like the NDRA rodeo & the Demolition Derby!