Lakefront Music Festival in Prior Lake
Fri Jul 11 & Sat Jul 12
Friday night is Rock Night with Foreigner, Loverboy
Sat night is Country Night with Miranda Lambert, Randy Houser and Dillon Carmichael
USA Gymnastics Stars & Stripes Championship
Thurs Jul 10 - Sun Jul 13 at the MPLS Convention Center
Grand March is Fri Jul 11
Panda Fest
Fri Jul 11 - Sun Jul 13 Mall of America North Lot
Celebrate at one of the biggest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S. with experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs that showcases the vibrant food, art and cultural traditions from Asia.
Minnesota Salsa Fiesta!
Sat Jul 12 at Mill City Museum in downtown MPLS
The annual Minnesota Salsa Fiesta returns to Mill City Museum with a full evening of music, dance, food, and more outdoors in the iconic Ruin Courtyard and indoors in Mill Commons. OUTDOORS enjoy live music and dance from 6 pm to 10 pm with two stages. A free salsa lesson will be offered as part of the evening’s festivities. INDOORS attendees will be able to sample Latino food, beverage, and artisan vendors.
ThriftCon Minneapolis
Sat Jul 12 at the Minneapolis Convention Center
ThriftCon™, the nation’s premier vintage clothing and collectible convention debuts in Minneapolis! ThriftCon™ is a vintage shoppers' dream. Featuring 100+ curated vendors as well as multiple activations and installations celebrating vintage and retro culture.
ThriftCon™ is the world's FIRST and ONLY PREMIER vintage clothing and collectible convention. ThriftCon™ will host thousands of products ranging from valuable vintage Men's and Women's clothing, classic collectibles, furniture and home goods, and so much more!
Book Fair for Grown-Ups
Sat Jul 12 in the Education Building at the MN State Fairgrounds
12 noon - 7 pm
Remember the thrill of a Scholastic Book Fair as a kid? We’re bringing that nostalgia back—but for grown-ups!
Join us for a literary wonderland featuring 100 local authors, publishers, bookstores, and crafters all in one place. Whether you're searching for your next favorite read, unique bookish gifts, or just soaking up the cozy book fair vibes, this is an event you won’t want to miss! We are holding it in the Education Building at the State Fair Grounds.
- Discover new books and meet local authors
- Shop from indie bookstores and bookish crafters
- Sip on craft beer while you browse
- Entry is $10 at the door, which includes a free drink ticket
- Children 12 and under get in for FREE
Art at St Kate’s
Sat Jul 12 at St Catherine University
10 am to 5 pm
Art at St. Kate’s is one of the finest one-day outdoor art fairs in Saint Paul. It is located on the triangular lawn at Cleveland and Randolph Ave. on the Saint Paul campus of St. Catherine University.
Totally Rad Vintage Fest - Surly Brewing Co
Score sustainable vintage gems from a collection of rad vendors bringing a mix of unique clothing, accessories, and retro treasures. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind vintage shopping event! Totally Rad Vintage Fest is happening at the Surly Festival Field Saturday, July 10th, 10am - 5pm.
Wine Meets Arts Festival
St Croix Vineyard in Stillwater
Sat Jul 12 & Sun Jul 13
Enjoy a day of local art and crafts, local award winning wines and local food. All paired with wonderful music! Interact with artists and artisans as you stroll through the show. Free admission, Local art, crafts, food trucks and a free winery tour at 12 noon.
Pan-O-Prog continues in Lakeville
Thru Sun Jul 13
Grand Day Parade is Sat Jul 12 5 pm (new start time) in Historic Downtown Lakeville
Festival of Sail in Duluth
Thurs Jul 10 - Sun Jul 13
On the shores of the world’s Greatest Lake, Festival of Sail Duluth 2025. It’s a rare chance to catch a glimpse, step aboard, and even set sail on some of the grandest ships of yore. Festival of Sail Duluth 2025 will feature ship tours, day sails, educational programming, food and beverage, entertainment and fun for the entire family!
First weekend of the Juicy Lucy Festival
Valleyfair
North Mankato Fun Days
Wheeler Park Wed Jul 9 - Sun Jul 13
World’s Largest Wild Rice Festival
Fri Jul 11 - Sun Jul 13
Deer River, MN
Big Foot Days in downtown Remer
Fri Jul 11 and Sat Jul 12
Wilder Pageant in Walnut Grove
The next 3 weekends…
The Wilder Pageant is a family-oriented outdoor drama based on the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder in Walnut Grove. It is a live performance each night with all characters from the Walnut Grove area. Laura narrates the story, reflecting on her life in Walnut Grove in the 1870’s. The hillside amphitheater has been developed to allow for extensive lighting, sound, and special effects.
Blue Earth Giant Days
Fri Jul 11 & Sat Jul 12. Ho Ho Ho Green Giant!
Join the Biggest and Best Party in Town! We will kick off Giant Days with the Green Giant's Birthday Party in Giant Park on Thursday, July 11th, from 5-8p.m.! Grab a bite to eat and check out the green foam party!
Grand Marais Arts Festival
Harbor Park & Wisconsin St Sat Jul 12 & Sun Jul 13
Hibbing Jubilee Parade
Sat Jul 12
You are invited to the biggest and "sweetest" parades on the Iron Range! The parade starts at 3pm-5pm. Make sure to stick around after the parade for the Hibbing Jubilee Street Dance to start!
Twins host the Pittsburgh Pirates
Fri Jul 11 - Sun Jul 13 at Target Field
Fri: 7:10 pm
Sat: 1:10 pm
Sun: 1:10 pm
St Paul Saints host Iowa
Thru Sunday Jul 13 at CHS Field in St Paul
Friday night - Fireworks after the game
Saturday Dog Day #2
MN United FC hosts San Jose
Sat Jul 12 7:30 pm at Allianz Field in St Paul
Footloose: Extended Version (A puppet show)
Fri Jul 11 - Sun Jul 13 at Bryant Lake Bowl
Come by and laugh with us as we combine 1984’s Footloose with 1990’s Tremors for a hilarious puppet show full of goofs, gaffs, illegal dancing, and yes, KILLER WORMS! A full restaurant and bar service is available in the theater! Order from your seat and enjoy the show, we'll take care of the rest.
Friday and Saturday evenings 7pm and Sunday’s matinee is at 3 pm.
Classic American Rockers
Fri Jul 11 and Sat Jul 12 in the Fireside Theater at Chanhassen Dinner Theaters
The Classic American Rockers are a classic rock band made up of musicians who have toured with some of the biggest names in rock and roll. Members have toured or recorded with artists like Steve Miller, Fleetwood Mac, Kenny Loggins, Prince, Stevie Nicks, and more. They’ll also perform songs from the Eagles, Tom Petty, Rolling Stones, Bonnie Raitt, Lynyrd Skynyrd and many more. Featuring members of the Peterson Family….St Paul, Billy and Patty and others.