The 40th Annual Lakes Country Mountaineers Black Powder Rendezvous features hawk and knife throwing, a primitive shoot (including peep site shoot and shot gun shoot), primitive bow, ladies' games like frying pan toss, encampments, demonstrations and more. The Lakes Country Mountaineer’s Black Powder Rendezvous is held at the same time as the annual Pioneer Fest, on the Pioneer Village grounds. Come for the rendezvous and enjoy the festival as well.
Struggling artist Brindsley Miller and his fiance Carol are preparing a party to impress both her bombastic father and a millionaire patron of the arts. But, just as they’re ready, the main fuse blows, plunging the flat into darkness. Guests and other visitors arrive but, with no flashlights, candles or lighters, the characters fumble about, slamming into hot radiators, sharp furniture, and each other in this classic one-act comedy by Peter Shaffer (Equus, Amadeus).
The BK 5K, 5 kilometer road race and walk is intended to provide a competitive road race for athletes of all abilities who desire to challenge themselves to pursue their best effort.
Join us for a bird walk along the Platte River Trail during the spring migration. Bring your walking shoes and favorite field guide!
Binoculars provided.
A variety of spring species can be expected on this hike, along with raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds. Binoculars are available to borrow. Meet your guide at the Mahnomen Trail on May 9th and the Blue Hill Trail on May 16th.
Led by Volunteers Steve Chesney & Dan Orr
FREE
Registration requested but not required
A variety of fall migrants can be expected on this hike, along with raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds. Binoculars are available to borrow. Meet your guide at the Mahnomen Trail on August 22nd and at the Blue Hill Trail on August 29th.
Led by Volunteers Milt Blomberg and Craig Mandel.
FREE
Registration requested but not required
A 2 day city wide event building community through music in downtown Red Wing, MN. With top musicians from around the region, it’s going to be an incredible experience you’re not going to want to miss. Pack up your parka and get ready for some good music!
The BSO brings to life the epic masterpieces of the silver screen. Join us for an afternoon of your favorite cinema music with classics such as Jurassic Park, Star Wars, ET, Harry Potter and more!
Big Muddy Brew 'N Que is back for its 5th year! Taking place at the beautiful Levee Park on Labor Day Weekend the event features two days packed full of great, family friendly activities and live music! Bring your family and friends for a weekend full of fun times!
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Big Climb MPLS presented by Northwestern Mutual and Abbvie is the tallest indoor, chip-timed vertical challenge in the Midwest. On Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020, hundreds of fearless climbers will take the ultimate challenge to help cure cancer. Climb 53 or 105 floors of the Capella Tower, downtown Minneapolis as an individual or as a team. Everyone from 8-years-old to adults is invited – bring the whole family! All proceeds help fund blood cancer research to find cures and provide patient services to local families battling blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and others.
