• All-Star BBQ Series

    Famous Dave's 14601 Highway 7, Minnetonka, MN

    Famous Dave’s is bringing its national All-Star BBQ Series to Minnetonka on August 16 for a one-day backyard BBQ showdown that will spotlight top local talent, celebrity judges and the brand’s roots in the community. The Minnetonka stop is extra special—it’s the headquarters market for Famous Dave’s and expected to be one of the largest […]

  • Real Runabouts Rendezvous

    Panoway 681 Lake St. E., Wayzata, MN

    The Land-O-Lakes Classic Boat Club is hosting their annual vintage boat show—The Real Runabouts Rondezvous—at the docks at Lord Fletchers on Lake Minnetonka. Friday’s cruise and lunch are always a highlight of the weekend and not to be missed. The day starts at 9 a.m. at the newly constructed Panoway on Wayzata Bay docks for […]

  • James J. Hill Days

    Downtown Wayzata Wayzata, MN

    Since 1975 the weekend following Labor Day in Wayzata has been dedicated to honoring James J. Hill, Minnesota historic figure and once owner of the Great Northern Railroad Company. Hill, the builder of the present train depot in 1906, contributed significantly to transform Wayzata into the beautiful tourist location and friendly community we know today. […]

  • Real Runabouts Rendezvous

    Lord Fletcher's Old Lake Lodge 3746 Sunset Drive, Spring Park, MN

    The Land-O-Lakes Classic Boat Club is hosting their annual vintage boat show—The Real Runabouts Rondezvous—at the docks at Lord Fletchers on Lake Minnetonka. On Saturday, please launch your boat and arrive at Lord Fletcher’s docks by 8 a.m. The boat show opens at 9 a.m. and runs until 3 p.m., with awards at 2:30 p.m. […]

  • James J. Hill Days

    Downtown Wayzata Wayzata, MN

    Since 1975 the weekend following Labor Day in Wayzata has been dedicated to honoring James J. Hill, Minnesota historic figure and once owner of the Great Northern Railroad Company. Hill, the builder of the present train depot in 1906, contributed significantly to transform Wayzata into the beautiful tourist location and friendly community we know today. […]

  • Full Harvest Moon Hike

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Explore the Arboretum under the glow of the full harvest moon during these special after-hours events that invite visitors to explore astronomy and the natural world. This moon should be especially bright as it's also called a supermoon, making it appear larger and more brilliant.  And this makes for a great family night. Please reserve […]

  • James J. Hill Days

    Downtown Wayzata Wayzata, MN

    Since 1975 the weekend following Labor Day in Wayzata has been dedicated to honoring James J. Hill, Minnesota historic figure and once owner of the Great Northern Railroad Company. Hill, the builder of the present train depot in 1906, contributed significantly to transform Wayzata into the beautiful tourist location and friendly community we know today. […]

  • Minnesota Oktoberfest

    Delano Central Park 650 River St. N., Delano, MN

    Enjoy brews, food, live music, fall harvest vendors and countless ways for the entire family to connect in the spirit of this annual fall German festival celebrating Bavarian culture. Get ready to toe tap and twirl for an unforgettable Oktoberfest experience including a robust live entertainment schedule happening in unison with the start of Oktoberfest […]

  • Excelsior Apple Day

    Downtown Excelsior Water Street, Excelsior, MN

    Experience Excelsior Apple Days—a cherished lakeside festival that unites our community, art, local flavors and a classic street dance. Since 1935, this event has delighted fans with a day packed full of activities like craft booths, a kids corner, food vendors, history tours, apple pie contests, live entertainment from local talents and renowned bands and […]

  • Fall City Wide Clean Up

    Tonka Bay

    Drop unwanted items and trash on your curbs, and gather as a community to clean up Lake Minnetonka to keep area clean.

  • Spoon Carving with the Arboretum Auxiliary

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    The Arboretum Auxiliary Woodworkers group is hosting a drop-in event from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on September 20 in the Margot Picnic Shelter to carve spoons, spatulas and other whittling projects. Bring your own carving tools. We have chopping blocks to use, as well as spoon blanks and billets. Even if you don't carve, feel free […]

  • Excelsior Apple Day

    Downtown Excelsior Water Street, Excelsior, MN

    Experience Excelsior Apple Days—a cherished lakeside festival that unites our community, art, local flavors and a classic street dance. Since 1935, this event has delighted fans with a day packed full of activities like craft booths, a kids corner, food vendors, history tours, apple pie contests, live entertainment from local talents and renowned bands and […]