• Wayzata Boo Dash + Boo Blast

    Downtown Wayzata Wayzata, MN

    Halloween fun for everyone. Join in the Halloween fun at the annual Wayzata Boo Bash Dash, a spooktacular race in downtown Wayzata. Run or walk a timed 10k, 5k, 1 mile and fun run with friends and family. Costumes encouraged. Enjoy pre and post-race festivities, like the Pumpkin Derby, at The Great Lawn at The […]

  • Wine & Nine: An Enneagram Mix and Mingle

    The Vine Room 756 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN

    Join us for a vibrant and soul-nourishing evening of connection, self-discovery and (of course) wine. Wine & Nine is a social event where you’ll explore the Enneagram—a powerful personality tool that helps you understand yourself and others—through laughter, conversation and community. After registering, you'll receive an Enneagram test to take before the event. On the […]

  • Excelsior Book Club

    Excelsior Library 337 Water St., Excelsior, MN

    Join our discussion of interesting titles. The book club meets in-person on the second Thursday of each month. February 12: The Names by Florence Knapp Copies of the book will be available to check out from Excelsior Library while supplies last. Participants can also request a copy of the book (print, eBook and/or eAudiobook) through hclib.org.

  • Hot Cocoa Stroll

    Downtown Excelsior Water Street, Excelsior, MN

    Join us for a Hot Cocoa Stroll in Downtown Excelsior. Participating businesses will provide hot chocolate, cookies or treats and you shop throughout our vibrant Downtown Business District. The Hot Cocoa Stroll is not just an event; it's a community celebration. By joining, you contribute to the vibrancy of Downtown Excelsior, fostering connections and partnerships. […]

  • 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.

  • Sensory-Friendly Open House

    Fire Station 1 14550 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka, MN

    The Minnetonka Fire Department is hosting an event with sensory disorders in mind. The fire station will have no lights or sirens for those who benefit from reduced noise, lower lighting and a calmer environment. This is a free event.

  • 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 […]

  • Annual St. Peter Lutheran German Maifest

    St. Peter Lutheran Church 3030 Navajo Ave., Watertown, MN

    Join us for our annual German Maifest Celebration on May 17, from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. The event kicks off with a German-inspired worship service that starts at 10 a.m. Enjoy our famous St. Peter-made schnitzel dinners, Kramarczuk brats, hot pretzels and St. Peter-made apfelstrudel. If you do not wish to attend in person, to-go orders […]

  • Summer Fest

    Minnetonka Civic Center Park 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka, MN

    Celebrate summer from 4–10:30 p.m. on the Minnetonka Civic Center campus. Activities will be held around the city throughout the day, including a pickleball tournament and fireworks to end the night.

  • Spirit of the Lakes Festival

    Surfside Park 2670 Commerce Blvd., Mound, MN

    Experience a weekend full of art, food, live music, a parade and more, beginning at 5 p.m. and a boat-in movie at 9:30 p.m. Thursday; 3–9 p.m. Friday; and 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday at Surfside Park in Mound.

  • Spirit of the Lakes Festival

    Surfside Park 2670 Commerce Blvd., Mound, MN

    Experience a weekend full of art, food, live music, a parade and more, beginning at 5 p.m. and a boat-in movie at 9:30 p.m. Thursday; 3–9 p.m. Friday; and 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday at Surfside Park in Mound.

  • Spirit of the Lakes Festival

    Surfside Park 2670 Commerce Blvd., Mound, MN

    Experience a weekend full of art, food, live music, a parade and more, beginning at 5 p.m. and a boat-in movie at 9:30 p.m. Thursday; 3–9 p.m. Friday; and 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday at Surfside Park in Mound.