The Lake Wobegon Brass Band was originated by three founding members at the Anoka Coffee Shop on a Saturday morning in early 1992. Two of them had attended the 1991 North American Brass Band Association (NABBA) National Contest in Iowa and returned inspired to turn their dream of a Brass Band "right here in River City" into reality.
The Lake Waconia Band Festival is held each year on the third Saturday of June. This "bands only" parade competition is a highlight of the summer marching season in central Minnesota. The parade beginning at 6:00 PM on Saturday, June 20, 2020. The Festival is celebrating its 22nd anniversary this year.
The Lake Region Run is a 10-mile, 10-mile relay, 5K, 1-mile, and Combo (5k & 1-mile) event. All finishers receive a finisher medal. The 10-mile, relay, and 5k finishers receive a custom medal. All 10-mile and relay runners will get a pair of bib magnets. Proceeds from this event go to the Lake Region Healthcare Cancer Care & Research Center.
The Lake of the Woods County Fair is a family-friendly event with something for everyone. From the kiddie rides to the live music, there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained.
Celebrate summer in Wayzata! Shop 100+ Fine Artists at the Wayzata Art Experience, enjoy live music, food trucks, arty parties and more! Come view the World Class Match Cup Sailing Race with towering M32 Catamarans on Wayzata Bay.
Spring studio art tour and sale in the Lake Minnetonka area.
Visit artist's home studios and meet their guest artists.
Paintings, pottery, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media and more.
Don't miss the special opportunity to visit local artists' home studios and see how they create their art.
Saturday May 2, 10 AM to 6 PM
Sunday, May 3, 11 AM to 5 PM
Lake Lillian Fun Days
July 31st – August 4, 2024
Join in on the family fun during Lake Lillian Fun Days the first weekend in August!
Events include a scavenger hunt, bean bag tournament, pancake breakfast, kids’ tractor pull, BINGO, and a Grand Day Parade!
Don’t miss the street dance on Saturday featuring Whiskey Rocks
Each guided hike includes trail pass, snowshoe rental, headlamp to use, $15 dinner voucher in the Burnt Onion Kitchen & Brews, and a glass of house wine! $35 per person per session. Register by calling 218.865.8005
Downtown Rochester's Ladies Night Out will return in 2020! Ladies Night Out brings women together in Downtown Rochester for a night of shopping, dining, and giveaways. Ladies, grab your friends and get ready for a phenomenal evening!
