Share your story of the "Longest Night". Watermark StorySLAM events feature true personal stories, shared live from memory in a friendly competition where anyone with a tale to tell is invited to take the stage. Performers are encouraged to consider the theme when crafting their story.

Music begins at 6pm with performances at 7 on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at Bemidji Brewing. All experience levels are welcome and encouraged to perform. Same day sign-ups at the brew pub if time allows. Call Watermark if you want to pre-register and secure your performance opportunity. 218-444-7570. Please keep your story to 5 minutes or less so that everyone who wants to perform has the opportunity. Cash prizes to the top 3 performers.

StorySLAM events are free to attend and perform at, and cash prizes are available! This event is sponsored by Watermark Art Center. Thank you to Bemidji Brewing for hosting this event and to True North Health Care and Bemidji Area Arts Endowment for their contributions.Get more competition information as well as events, classes, and exhibits at watermarkartcenter.org.