Jan.1, 2026: NOTICE: There will be NO Devils Lake Journal for Thursday, Jan. 1 for the New Years Day Holiday.
Jan. 7 & 8: The annual Lake Region Extension Round Up, starting with 8 a.m. sponsored breakfast both days at the Memorial Building, 508 4th Ave NE. One of the area’s largest and longest-running agricultural and educational events, the two-day event draws farmers, ranchers, agribusiness professionals, and community members from across the region, with NDSU Extension specialists and industry experts presenting the latest in crop production, livestock management, farm business, and ag economics. Exhibitor and service booths will connect participants with ag-related businesses, services, and organizations supporting rural communities. FREE admission and open to the public. For more info, call 701-662-7027, email [email protected] or visit ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/events/2026-lake-region-extension-roundup.
Jan. 8: Downtown Planning Committee, 8-9 a.m. at The Liquid Bean. Presented by the Devils Lake Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, the Committee meets every other month to discuss downtown Chamber and other events. Open to member businesses and the public. Located at 316 4th Ave NE. For more info, call 701-662-4903 or visit devilslakend.com/event/downtown-planning-committee/687/.
Jan. 9: Brew’n Business, 9-10 a.m. at Lake Region State College. Presented by the Devils Lake Chamber of Commerce, the monthly event offers a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for business leaders and business members to network, learn about industry trends, and stay up to date on community news. Located at 1801 College Dr. N. For more info, call 701-662-4903 or visit devilslakend.com/event/brewn-business/748/.
Jan. 9 & 10: The annual Patriot Fish Fest, presented by Smokey Hills Outdoor Store and Ice Castle Fish Houses, will be at Woodland Resort. Social Hour on Friday will be at the Woodland Dome (follow signs) 5 – 6 p.m., followed by the mandatory rules meeting 6 – 6:30 pm. that will also be livestreamed on American Heroes Outdoors Facebook page. Tournament hours on Sat. 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., followed by banquet at 5 p.m. Contestants will check-in, stage and depart from the landing at the Resort starting at 6:30 a.m. Entry fee $100 per person, and includes tournament, banquet and raffle drawings. For more info, visit devilslakend.com/event/patriot-fish-fest/769/.
Jan. 12: Chamber Board of Directors Board Meeting, 12-1 p.m. at 208 Hwy 2 West. Monthly meeting of the board of the Devils Lake Chamber of Commerce. Open to member businesses and the public. For more info, call 701- 662-4903, email [email protected] or visit devilslakend.com/event/chamber-board-of-directors-board-meeting/683/.
Jan. 14: Downtown Planning Committee, 8-9 a.m. at The Liquid Bean, 316 4th Ave NE. Presented by the Devils Lake Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, the Committee meets every other month to discuss downtown Chamber and other events. Open to member businesses and the public. For more info, call 701-662-4903 or visit devilslakend.com/event/downtown-planning-committee/687/.
Jan. 14: “Meet the Author” with Barb Solberg and her book “What We Leave Behind,” 6 p.m. at the Chautauqua Gallery at Lake Region State College, 1801 College Dr. N. Learn the bittersweet story of a family caught up in immigration and separation with allegiance to two flags who never forget how to stay connected in the midst of difficult times. For more info, call 701- 662-1600, email [email protected] or visit devilslakend.com/event/meet-the-author-barb-solberg/781/.
Jan. 15: Cybersecurity Fraud & Awareness, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1-3:30 p.m. at LRSC Auditorium, 1801 College Drive N. Presented by NDTC. Rescheduled from Dec. 18. FREE admission. Hosted by Grand Forks P.D. Financial Crimes and Fraud Investigator Todd Riedinger, who brings over 28 years of law enforcement experience, and nine years specializing in financial investigations. For more info, visit devilslakend.com/event/cybersecurity-fraud-%26-awareness/763/.
Jan. 17: Get ready for smooth grooves and soft rock classics as Yachty by Nature takes over the Spirit Lake Auditorium. Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m. The 6-piece band plays the finest groovy yacht rock tunes from the late ’70s and early ’80s. VIPs enjoy FREE entry, and general admission is $10 at the door. Located at Spirit Lake Casino & Resort, 7889 ND-57 in Saint Michael. For more info, call 701-766-4747 or visit spiritlakecasino.com/events.
Jan. 22: Military Affairs Committee, 10-11 a.m. at Camp Grafton Training Ctr, 4417 Highway 20. Presented by the Devils Lake Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, the Committee meets monthly. Open to the public. For more info, call 701-662-4903 or visit devilslakend.com/event/military-affairs-committee/682/
Jan. 29 – 31: The Devils Lake Volunteer Fire Department Ice Fishing Tournament will be held Sat., Jan. 31. Fishing will be on the ice 1-3:30 p.m. Registration starts Thur. & Fri. 5-11 p.m. at the Memorial Building, and Sat. 9:30 a.m.- 3 p.m. in the DLVFD trailer on the ice. The event will also feature at the Memorial Building door prizes, soup & chili feed Thur. & Fri. at 6 p.m., fisherman’s dance Fri. & Sat. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. and raffle drawing Sat. at 7 p.m. For ticket sales, contact Erik Samuelson at 701-350-7422. For more info, contact Cory Meyer at 701-351-3191, TeeJay Kurtz at 701-351-2946, Nathan Bennett at 701-371-6427, email [email protected], or visit www.dlvfdicefishingtourney.com.
If your club, church or organization has an event you would like us to feature in this Community Calendar of Events, please send it by e-mail to [email protected] or [email protected] or by US Mail to The Devils Lake Journal, 516 4th Street NE, Devils Lake, ND 58301.
