Twin Cities Event Calendar
There's plenty to do throughout the year - we hope this makes planning your stay a little easier.
Lakeville Area Arts Center Performances
July 10, 2019
So much fun at the Lakeville Area Arts Center this year! Check out the calendar and buy your tickets today!
July 10 - Picnic & Puppets
July 19-20 Beauty and the Beast
August 2-11 The Nerd
August 16-17 Robin Hood
August 17-25 Disney's Frozen Jr.
September 28 Elements
October 3 Dang Ol'Tri'ole
October 5 Song Remains the Same
October 11-20 Fiddler on the Roof
First Thursday Pub Nights
November 7, 2019 - October 1, 2020
Lakeville Area Arts Center
Join in the fun at the Lakeville Area Arts Center for PUB NIGHT! Entertainment, pub food and of course beverage service from our great Lakeville Liquors! Tickets available online or at the door.
Hot Wheels: Race to Win
January 18, 2020 - May 25, 2020
MN Children's Museum
Buckle Up for High-Speed Fun! In this exhilarating exhibit, kids will explore physics concepts through the world of car racing. Compete to see who has the fastest car at the track table; test tire-changing speed in the Pit Stop Challenge; experiment to see how car design affects speed and performance; race down a Hot Wheels track and go over a jump without crashing and experience the unique sounds of different racecar engines. Entrance to the exhibit is included in the price of museum admission ($12.95 per person).
Minnesota Twins
April 2, 2020 - September 20, 2020
Target Field, Minneapolis
CHECK TWINS WEBSITE FOR COVID RELATED DELAY
Take me out to the ballgame!
Target Field is fabulous rain or shine. Show your Twins spirit or check out their schedule for your favorite team.
Taste of Lakeville
May 21, 2020
Lakeville Area Arts Center
2020 POSTPONED DUE TO COVID19 - STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE
Experience delicious fare from local restaurants, caterers, as well as fine beverage purveyors. You’ll have the opportunity to sample, taste, sip and devour the rich culinary treats. Entertainment and auctions too! On the beautiful grounds of the Lakeville Area Arts Center.
Visit Lakeville Area Arts Center Website for more information »
Valleyfair Amusement Park and Planet Snoopy
May 23, 2020 - September 8, 2020
1 Vallefair Drive Shakopee MN
Valleyfair is the perfect destination for the entire family with over 75 amazing rides and attractions, including Planet Snoopy and Soak City Waterpark (opens May 27). Check out special events such as ADULT NIGHT, MILITARY DAYS and FOOD TRUCK FEST!
Elko Speedway - NASCAR
May 23, 2020 - September 26, 2020
Elko New Market Minnesota
CHECK WEBSITE FOR SCHEDULE DUE TO COVID19
Check website for exciting schedule of NASCAR, Eve of Destruction, family nights and military discounts. Check out the track's sensational line up of Saturday night concerts too this summer.
YOUTH SHOOT at Dakota County Gun Club Range
June 6, 2020 - August 1, 2020
17501 Station Trail Rosemount MN
Come out and enjoy a great time learning to shoot .22 rifle, archery, and trap! Any youth 16 and younger is welcome; subject to size and strength requirements to operate the equipment. We provide all of the equipment, all you need to bring is yourself and the desire to have fun. The range is open from from 10 am to 3 pm. We have covered benches so we can shoot rain or shine!
Lakeville's Farmers Market
June 6, 2020 - October 24, 2020
208th at Holyoke Avenue Lakeville MN 55044
CHECK WEBSITE FOR CONFIRMATION OF MARKET DATES AND TIMES DUE TO COVID19 DISRUPTIONS
Featuring fresh, locally grown produce to be sold--directly from the grower to the consumer. Available are bakery goods, meats & sausage, maple syrup, eggs, honey, organic products, flowers, and many other items. Wednesdays noon to 5 pm; Saturdays 8 am to 1 pm.
Buck Concert Series
June 25, 2020 - June 27, 2020
Buck Hill Ski & Snowboarding
Join us for ONE HILL OF A GOOD TIME! A weekend of live music on Buck Hill featuring:
Thursday, June 25, 2020: Back In Black (AC DC Tribute Band), Free Fallin (tribute to Tom Petty) and SFO (tribute to Journey). Gates open at 4:00 pm and music begins at 5:30 pm.
Friday, June 26, 2020: Soul Asylum, American Scarecrows and The Ron Denson Band. Gates open at 4L00 pm and music at 5:00 pm.
Saturday, June 27, 2020: High Valley, HItchville, The Cadillac Three. Gates open at 4:00 pm and music at 5:00 pm.
CANCELLED DUE TO COVID19 - LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU IN 2021
PAN-O-PROG Week-long Celebration
July 4, 2020 - July 11, 2020
Various Lakeville locations
PAN-O-PROG, Lakeville's week-long festival, began in 1967 as the "Panorama of Progress" to celebrate the success of this growing community. Over 60 celebrations, sports tournaments, special events, entertainment and activities take place around July 4. By the masses, residents line up to watch the grand parade, classic car parade and 4th july fireworks!
Street dances, food trucks, concerts, bingo and so much more over the weekend in historic downtown Lakeville.
Applewood Orchard
August 1, 2020 - October 11, 2020
near Cedar and 225th St. in Lakeville
Make a trip to AppleWood Orchard and start a new family tradition! Pick your own Minnesota apples! FREE ADMISSION. Hayrides run continuously on fall weekends for a small fee. Corn Maze. Open every day 10 am to 6 pm during apple season.
Defeat of Jesse James Days Celebration
September 12, 2020 - September 13, 2020
Downtown Northfiled MN 55057
On September 7, 1876, outlaw Jesse James rode in to Northfield and was determined to rob the bank. Little did he know the infamous Jesse James would soon meet his match. Northfield celebrates its heroes and its victory the first weekend after Labor Day. Join us for food, fun, culture, entertainment, and a grand parade.
Chamber of Commerce Fall Gala
November 13, 2020
Brackett's Crossing Country Club
The Lakeville Area Chamber of Commerce presents it's annual black tie fundraising affair Tickets are $125 per person and can be purchased by calling the office at 952.469.2020. Music, entertaiment, silent auction and wonderful dinner at Brackett's Crossing Country Club.
Holiday Inn & Suites
20800 Kenrick Avenue
Lakeville, MN 55044
952-469-1134
1-800-HOLIDAY
Baymont Inn & Suites
17145 Kenyon Ave
Lakeville, MN 55044
952-892-5422
1-800-337-0550
Quality Inn of Lakeville
17605 Kenrick Avenue
Lakeville, MN 55044
952-898-3700
1-800-4CHOICE
Motel 6
11274 210th Street
Lakeville, MN 55044
952-469-1900
1-800-466-8356
Candlewood Suites
21060 Keswick Loop
Lakeville MN 55044
612-808-5580
1-888-226-3539
Hampton Inn
20851 Keokuk Avenue
Lakeville, MN 55044
952-213-3144
1-888-466-6677
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