Dinosaur World Alive

Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across unchartered territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan and Segnosaurus, to name a few!

Dilworth Loco Daze

Join us in celebrating one of the Red River Valley’s most entertaining events offered for young and old alike. Loco Daze kicks off Thursday with Art In The Park that features local artists and food trucks. Friday is a full schedule showcasing a youth day with free swimming, a youth parade, and kids tractor pull. The weekend commences with one of the largest parades in Clay County and leads into free family games held at the Community Center. Italian traditions are a staple in Dilworth. Saturday night the famous "Italian Dinner" will be served at 5:30 p.m.

Deutsche Tage (German Days)

Everyone is welcome to enjoy traditional German food, beer, music, and culture. Deutsche Tage is St. Paul’s oldest ethnic festival and offers activities and fun for the whole family.

Detroit Lakes Festival of Birds

Welcome to the annual Detroit Lakes Festival of Birds! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced birder, or somewhere in between, the Festival of Birds has something for you! Detroit Lakes is located in a unique merging of three biomes – tallgrass prairie, hardwood and conifer forests with a landscape peppered with lakes and wetlands. The Detroit Lakes area is a migration hotspot with more than 250 species of birds! Our festival goal is to provide you with a quality birding experience.

Detroit Lakes Cruise DL Night

Drive your vintage vehicle to scenic Detroit Lakes on a warm, summer evening. Let the gentle breeze tousle through your hair as you renew acquaintances and meet new friends while perusing the collection of restored vehicles. Stop by one of our lakeside eateries to satisfy your appetite and quench your thirst.

Detroit Lakes Antique and Classic Boat Show

Open to the public, come browse boats from 1995 and earlier. Land and water display by Little Detroit Lake by the mile-long beach. Powerboat Races down the beach same day from Noon-4 pm. Free admission.
If you have a boat to display free of charge, contact the Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce.