Wisdom & Wine
Thursday, June 5th, 2025
at the Willmar Conference Center
Doors Open – 6:00pm
Dessert – 6:30pm
Author Presentations – 7:00pm
The Willmar Friends of the Library 5th annual Wisdom & Wine fundraising event will take place on June 5th, 2025, at the Willmar Conference Center. The exciting evening will be an opportunity to hear Minnesota authors, whose names will be revealed at a later date.
Ring in 2026 with a sparkling celebration for all ages!
Stroll the indoor and outdoor light displays, then warm up inside with music, games and festive fun.
Experience the wonder of nature at Winter Lights!
Open select evenings Nov. 20-Dec. 31, 2025
Winter Lights 2025 is an immersive indoor and outdoor nighttime experience that celebrates the beauty and wonder of plants in winter. Set across the Arboretum’s walkable pathways and indoor spaces, this year’s botanical-themed light displays highlight the University of Minnesota’s historic plant introductions and innovations.
The Willmar Area Symphonic Orchestra
“Cosmic Harmonies”
Saturday, October 26, 2025 at 3:00pm
at WEAC Auditorium
“Cosmic Harmonies” will include a performance of Gustav Holst’s “The Planets” with also activities for the children to do on concert day!
The William A. Irvin 5K started in 1994 and has now become the popular kickoff event to an exciting lineup of races and festivities on Grandma’s Marathon weekend.
A perfect race for people of all ages and abilities, the 3.1-mile course was named after the William A. Irvin ore boat located next to the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC).
Willmar Wedding Expo
Saturday, Nov. 23rd, 2024
from 10am-3pm
at the Events Center/Willmar Civic Center
Free Admission!
The Willmar Wedding Expo is an event to help make your wedding stress free. We’ve invited the best vendors in central Minnesota to all gather under one roof to serve you. Our exhibitionists are commited to provide you with exceptional service and make this memory the best day of your life.
More info to come…
The largest, most well-known and unusual golf tournament held on a frozen lake. Each year, over 2,000 golfers come from all around with their golf clubs and hockey sticks to putt with tennis balls around Wayzata Bay. So start gathering your squad and mark your calendar - golf tickets are on sale December 1, 2025.
We hope to see you on Saturday, February 7, 2026!
The quaint lakeside village of Wayzata, otherwise known as the jewel of Lake Minnetonka, draws art lovers from across the twin cities with its charming shops and dining hot spots. Wayzata Art Experience, held in the heart of downtown Wayzata, provides a 2-day celebration of art, music, food, and fun for all ages! Established in 2004, the Wayzata Art Experience is held on the shores of Lake Minnetonka. Everybody get lakeside!
For more information, please visit wayzataartexperience.com
2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – West Central MN
Saturday, September 19, 2026
at Robbin’s Island Regional Park
This is a Free Event, but you must Pre-Register
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest fundraiser to advance the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against this disease!
