• Wayzata’s Annual 4th of July Kiddie Parade

    The 64th annual Kiddie Parade is returning to the corner of Park St. and Broadway Ave. The parade is started with the Wayzata Fire Department driving the Grandmother of the Year around the block in their vintage fire truck. Mickey, Minnie, Uncle Sam, Betsy Ross and Lady Liberty are also in attendance. Free games, temporary […]

    Free
  • Summer Fest

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

    Celebrate the start of summer with multiple activities throughout the day and fireworks at the end of the night.

    Free
  • Summer in the Commons

    Ridgedale Commons 12590 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN

    These fun, family-friendly events will feature music, an inflatable, face painting and yard games. Hot dog meals and bubble tea will be available for purchase; cotton candy available at no cost.

    Free
  • Excelsior Streetcar Line StoryTime Trolley

    Excelsior Streetcar Line Ticket Booth 337 Water Street, Excelsior, MN

    Wear your pajamas, bring your special sleepy time toy. A fun family event for the younger ones. Ride the trolley, have a treat and see what Miss Debra has planned for the Good Night Sleep Tight StoryTime Trolley. There are plenty of night time stories to choose from, but what else will she find to […]

    $5
  • Potato Farm Day

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Drop-in between 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on August 16, to be transported to the world of Minnesota potatoes. Help harvest the potato crop, enjoy hands-on activities and learn more about potatoes from farm guides, enter the main gate and drive up to the Farm at the Arb.  Watch the first Seed to Grow Harvest, enjoy the […]

    $20
  • Minnesota Popcorn Day

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Drop-in between 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on August 30, to learn more about corn at the Farm at the Arb. Who doesn’t like popcorn? Popcorn Day will immerse guests in our very own popcorn field. Learn about the emerging market and the producers who are growing Minnesota popcorn. Visitors can also catch the Now Playing: Nate […]

    $20
  • 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. […]

  • 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. […]

  • 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. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]