• After Hours with the Flowers

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Make a night of it with your special someone or best friends and enjoy the Spring Flower Show after hours during this fun experience with live music, games, lectures and entertainment. Woodwinds and Water Chuck Linderkamp Chuck Linderkamp has been a performer and instructor of woodwind instruments for over 45 years. He is a member of […]

  • Arboretum Signature Dinner

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Delight in a delicious after hours culinary experience prepared by Arboretum Chefs Beth Fisher and Niki Heber. Dine surrounded by the vibrant colors of the Spring Flower Show as you enjoy a delightful menu inspired by the coming warm weather and the waters that flow through Minnesota and the upper midwest. The venue is the Oswald Visitor […]

  • Arboretum Signature Dinner

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Delight in a delicious after hours culinary experience prepared by Arboretum Chefs Beth Fisher and Niki Heber. Dine surrounded by the vibrant colors of the Spring Flower Show as you enjoy a delightful menu inspired by the coming warm weather and the waters that flow through Minnesota and the upper midwest. The venue is the Oswald Visitor […]

  • Modern Irish Flavors for St. Patrick’s Day

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    St. Patrick’s Day cooking is often defined by a narrow set of expectations, but Irish food has always been more layered than a single holiday plate. In this demonstration and tasting class, Chef Cheo offers a fresh perspective on traditional Irish flavors, exploring recipes, techniques and presentations that feel both familiar and unexpected. Rooted in […]

  • Maple Fest Pancake Breakfast

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Celebrate the sweetness of spring at the Arboretum's Maple Fest—with delicious pancakes paired with hands-on maple syrup learning experiences. Guests can enjoy freshly made pancakes, sausage and local maple syrup before or after exploring Maple Fest stations, where educators and volunteers demonstrate how maple sap is collected, processed and transformed into syrup. This family-friendly tradition […]

  • Excelsior Putting Challenge

    Downtown Excelsior Water Street, Excelsior, MN

    In celebration of the Masters Golf Tournament, several Excelsior businesses are putting on our own golf-themed challenge. Pick up a score card at Northern Drift, or any of the participating Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce member businesses. Please contact any participating member business for full details, rules and regulations.

  • Spring Soirée

    Camp Fire Minnesota 3300 Tanadoona Drive, Excelsior, MN

    The Spring Soirée is a fresh, fun reimagining of our beloved fashion gala, celebrating everything that makes the Excelsior Lake Minnetonka community so special. Local leaders, business owners, educators and public servants take the runway modeling looks from our favorite local retailers, all set against live music and dance performances. Your $100 ticket includes unlimited […]

  • Arboretum Bird Day

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Grow your knowledge of birds with your choice of walks and workshops. Birding is for everyone. Come together with birding enthusiasts and experts from around the region to celebrate spring migration! This day-long buffet of workshops, nature walks and book signings will be offered to birders from novice to experienced. Amidst the setting of spring […]

  • Arbor Day

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Celebrate Arbor Day at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Join us for a day of discovery, nature and creativity as we honor the beauty and importance of trees with a series of exciting activities and events. Whether you're a nature lover, a family looking for fun or an art enthusiast, we’ve curated an unforgettable […]

  • Make a Textured Tile: 3D Printed Rollers and Clay Creations

    Excelsior Library 337 Water St., Excelsior, MN

    Get hands-on with clay and create unique textured tiles. Experiment with 3D printed rollers to imprint fascinating patterns and designs. This sensory adventure encourages exploration, creativity and playful fun with air-dry clay. Materials provided. Children under age 10 may need adult assistance. Collaborator: Make with Sam. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts […]

  • Excelsior Art on the Lake

    Downtown Excelsior Water Street, Excelsior, MN

    Experience the enchanting world of Excelsior Art on the Lake, where over 120 gifted artists converge to showcase their original creations. Amidst live music and a delightful array of culinary delights, this event unites personal narratives with a vibrant lakeside community, offering a diverse range of artistic brilliance. Nestled in the historic lakeside village of […]

  • Excelsior Art on the Lake

    Downtown Excelsior Water Street, Excelsior, MN

    Experience the enchanting world of Excelsior Art on the Lake, where over 120 gifted artists converge to showcase their original creations. Amidst live music and a delightful array of culinary delights, this event unites personal narratives with a vibrant lakeside community, offering a diverse range of artistic brilliance. Nestled in the historic lakeside village of […]