Ani Di Franco

These days, every artist’s album needs to have a story. The music can’t speak for itself. But after 22 records, why can’t Ani DiFranco’s work speak for itself? Yes, her forthcoming album is shaped by stories — ones about reproductive freedom, the double-edged sword of the pandemic, identity and ever-evolving belief systems that have shaped each of its 11 songs. There are songs that were written in 2011 and in 2022; some for musicals, others for children’s books. The album isn’t linear, but it is inherently teeming with DiFranco’s spirit.

The Barn Theatre Presents: Young Frankenstein

The Barn Theatre Presents: Young Frankenstein
Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan
Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks
Original Direction & Choreography by Susan Stroman.

Performances:
June 5-7, 12-14, 19-21 @ 7:00pm
June 8, 15, 22 @ 2:00pm
Tickets on sale May 14th

Sleepy Eye Summerfest

The Annual Sleepy Eye Summerfest is gearing up to celebrate the HOG Days of Summer.
We’re excited to promote our supportive local pork industry, Sleepy Eye organizations, and hometown businesses. Last year’s festivities nearly doubled our town’s population, and we’d be happy to do that again!

Weekend activities include:

  • Kids Activities
  • Classic Car & Cycle Roll-in
  • Evening Street Dance
  • Pork Themed Food Trucks
  • Live Music
  • Grand Parade
  • Little Crow Ski Show
  • And more!

4th of July Festivities - Tofte

The Fourth of July — a time for swimming in the lake, rock skipping, shopping, agate hunting, donuts, long hikes, canoe trips, fudge, fireworks, and time with your family. It’s the true kick-off for summer here in the north woods and we’d love to have you join us! Take the weekend (or the whole week) to get away from the bustle of the city and enjoy what summer on the shore has to offer. Many who visit our neck of the woods end up coming back time and time again because they just cannot fit all of the fun to be had in to only one visit.

Warroad 4th of July Festival

Looking for the best 4th of July activities in the north? Warroad celebrates the 4th like never before. An amazing fireworks display on Lake of the Woods, street dance, inflatables, live music, a pancake breakfast, movie night, & so much more! Visit our website for more details.
July 3rd starts with food trucks open, Roosevelt's Flea Market, a sidewalk sale in downtown Warroad, ARC's open house, an all-school reunion, community Bingo, and a Boat parade. There's a DJ At Breaker's Bar.

Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade & Celebration in Crosslake

For 51 years, Crosslake has been celebrating the coming of Spring with a St Patrick’s Day Parade. What started out in the 70’s as a remedy for Cabin Fever, has grown into a destination event for thousands of green-clad, Irish-for-a-day, weekend enthusiasts. Some build a float and travel the 1.5 mile long route handing out hundreds of pounds of candy and trinkets, and others set up lawn chairs, days in advance to get ”their perfect spot” for family and friends.

Northwest Sportshow

This annual 4-day event turns the Minneapolis Convention Center into a one-stop marketplace for outdoor fun - the best place to see and buy everything you need for your outdoor adventures! See and board hundreds of boats and explore several of the latest model RVs. Find gear and accessories for every outdoor activity imaginable, from boating, fishing and hunting to RVing, camping and more. Visit outfitters and resorts to plan your next trip or book a vacation, too. There's really no better place to shop, compare and save!

Made in Minnesota Expo 2024

It’s free admission, courtesy of the St. Cloud Red Wing Shoe Store. Come support all of the great featured businesses who either make their products in MN or are a MN-based company, like Smude Oil. Shop, sample, explore….have fun!
If you are a business who would like to participate in the event contact Vicky at 320-257-7224 or [email protected].