The Gathering
The Gathering is the best Sporting Collectibles, Art, Duck Decoy, and Fish Decoy Show in the Mid-West! In fact, we are the World’s Largest Fish Decoy Show!
Bike.Build.Home500
500K of bicycle riding over 5 days in SE Minnesota. Our mission is to raise funds for affordable housing organizations while building community and camaraderie with an annual multi-day bicycle ride. Bike.Build.Home 500 was organized to continue the fine traditions of the Habitat 500 bike ride, which was previously coordinated by Habitat for Humanity of Minnesota. In its 30-year history, bike riders raised over $7 million to build affordable homes. https://bikebuildhome500.org/2023-ride-photos
Who Are They? - Sounds of The Who
Who Are They? - See it, feel it, touch it. To portray The Who it’s gotta be about their untouchable, levitating energy. They were a maximum band, maximally in the moment, and that’s what Who Are They? is all about.
Virtual Genealogy: Mapping Your Migrating Ancestors
Please Note: This event is virtual only
Join the Dakota County Historical Society and professional genealogist Tina Beaird for "Mapping Your Migrating Ancestors."
Pre-registration for this event is required and virtual attendees will receive a Zoom link as the presentation date approaches.
Virtual Genealogy: A Genealogist's Guide to Sanborn Maps
Please Note: This event is virtual only
Join the Dakota County Historical Society and professional genealogist Michelle Spencer for "2A Genealogist's Guide to Sanborn Maps."
Pre-registration for this event is required and virtual attendees will receive a Zoom link as the presentation date approaches.
Valentine's Day Dining Experience
Treat that special someone to a delicious Valentine's Dinner!
The Minnesota Discovery Center is now accepting prepaid reservations for a special Valentines Dinner dinging experience catered by The Rustic Pig on Wednesday, February 14th from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm. This special dining experience is sure to make your Valentine smile.
Valentine's at Iron Trail Motors Event Center
Celebrate Valentine's with a beautiful evening filled with delicious food and live music at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center February 10, 2024 Cocktail Hour 5:30pm and Dinner at 6:30pm! Indulge in a delectable dinner prepared by the talented chefs at The Whistling Bird, known for their mouthwatering Caribbean fare.
Be the first to taste their one-of-a-kind dishes at their first catered event since reopening! As you savor each bite, let the songs of the legendary band Chicago, as performed by Duluth Transit Authority, serenade you throughout the night.
TedX Silver Lake
Get ready for an immersive experience that will ignite your curiosity and inspire new ideas!TEDX Silver Lake will premiere on Friday, February 23, 2024, at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center, Virginia MN! Doors open at 4:00 pm with the event running from 5pm to 9pm.
Super Snow Saturday
Free Family Day
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Visit the History Center for FREE! Explore the exhibits, enjoy family-friendly indoor activities, and take a walk or snowshoe around the historic Traverse des Sioux trail.
Babe
2:00-3:30 PM
Free
Join us for a pig-ture perfect screening of Babe – the tale of a pig with big dreams and an even bigger heart. Bring your snacks and let Babe’s journey from the farm to fame warm your hearts.
Steve Smith & Vital Information
“jazz with splashes of edgier sound sensations” – All About Jazz Steve Smith has toured and recorded with some of the biggest names in jazz and rock - appearing on recordings that have sold over 100 million copies worldwide - including Journey, Bryan Adams, Mariah Carey, Zucchero and Jean-Luc Ponty. Smith's Vital Information currently features Manuel Valera (keyboards) and Janek Gwizdala (bass).