Whitewater paddling festival on the Kettle River in Sandstone, Minnesota. Join the fun in Robinson Park, canoeing, kayaking, and rafting on the beautiful and clean Kettle River.
Whitewater and flat water paddlers gather for a weekend of paddling fun.
Down river race
Whitewater rodeo and a BIG padders party.
Touring the planet for over two decades, Kenny Ahern has steadily built his reputation as a world-class family entertainer. He performs “To Laugh Is to Love”, a hilarious escapade for the entire family.
www.kennyahern.com
Individual adult tickets may be purchased for $20. Adult season pass is $40.
A delightful way to introduce folks to the Pomeranian Regional Culture through the wonderful breed of dogs that originated from that area. But we welcome all breeds and pets! The March will feature a contest with awards to the best dressed, most authentic cultural representation and the most similar in experience: owner and pet.
A day long celebration of all things Kashubian with a Live@the Levee and a FREE Concert featuring A Battle of the Polka Bands, A Polish Polka Dance Off,Polka Dance Lessons, featuring the Dolina Dancers, food trucks, craft vendors a Pisanki (egg decoration) demonstration and competition. The fun will never end!
A night of revelry German Karneval style. Costumes or masks are highly encouraged. Featuring a burlesque cabaret and amateur drag contest, it’s the naughtiest night of the year at the GAI Haus. More information and tickets at gai-mn.org. 21+
Kandiyohi County Fair
August 7-10th, 2024
Willmar is home to the annual Kandiyohi County Fair. Held in August each year, the fair features agricultural, domestic and industrial exhibits from throughout the County.
The fair offers something for everyone–from baking and flowers to livestock and antique tractors. The kids will love the rides!
Join us for the annual Kandi is Dandy Days June 7-9, 2024!
Enjoy two days full of family fun activities that everyone is sure to love including a medallion hunt, a kiddie parade, a Fire Department Waterball Fight, family movie night in the park, pancake breakfast, kiddie karnival, tractor pull, bean bag toss tournament, and a grand day parade!
Just a reminder that the annual pre-Kandi is Dandy Days tradition is the Kandiyohi citywide garage sales. They will take place May 31 – June 1
From ancient talismans to high-style portraiture, artworks depicting the human figure comprise one of the oldest and most enduring genres of art. This exhibition will present a juried selection of works of art and fine craft in a broad range of media depicting or inspired by the human form.
Enjoy a long weekend of romance and adventure on the Great River Road Wine Trail! This special event presents ample opportunities to sample fine food and wine, from Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa. Each winery on the Great River Road Wine Trail will feature their award winning wines and ciders paired with an array of local foods designed with gourmet flair. In addition to local foods, some wineries will also feature live music by local talent.
