Running of the Meatballs

Running of the Meatballs is a unique and hilarious downhill race of thousands of “meatballs” (brown painted golf balls). It is not only fun to watch but an important fundraiser for the museum’s ongoing historic building renovation projects. Tickets are $5 apiece or $20 for 5 and can be purchased in the gift shop or from a roaming ticket seller before the race that starts shortly before the Taco Daze parade. The meatballs are released and roll wildly down Oakhill Road into the chute. Prizes are awarded to the first 10 balls down the hill as well as the last one.

The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra: Bach’s “Brandenburg” Concertos

Exquisite, timeless, virtuosic: the SPCO sparkles bright in
annual performances of these beloved, Baroque classics, which feature varying
groups of musicians in five of the six concertos.

Beethoven, Ginastera and Tower

Enjoy a spirited and intimate program featuring three works
for chamber ensemble. Ludwig van Beethoven’s cheerful Septet, written to
delight audiences, was one of his most popular works during his lifetime. Two
additional works, Alberto Ginastera’s *Impresiones de la Puna*
for Flute and String Quartet and Joan Tower’s *Island Prelude* for
Woodwind Quintet lean into lyricism, the latter having been inspired by Samuel
Barber’s beloved Adagio for Strings.

Randolph Railroad Days (20th annual)

* Railroad Swap meet (collectibles, model trains, antique toys, books & magazines)
* The MUSEUM will be open with many new Railroad artifacts and its enhanced G Scale Train!
* LARGE Train layouts & displays!
* Concession stand

Eunice Kim Plays Saint-Saëns’ Third Violin Concerto

A soloist and a symphony! The SPCO’s ever “superb” (New
York Times) violinist Eunice Kim takes center stage in an
impassioned violin concerto, paired with Beethoven’s first symphony.

Prinsburg 4th of July Celebration

Join the town of Prinsburg as they celebrate Independence Day!
July 3 & 4, 2026

Events usually include the Freedom Fun Run, a Pork Dinner, Kids Activities & Concessions, Town Softball game, basket ball tournament, golf scramble, pickleball tournament, a parade, bean bag tournament, ice cream social, and fireworks!

Prairie Thunder Off-Road Rally

Mark your calendar for our 8th annual off-road rally! We are planning some new activities this year, so come join us for a muddy good time!?

Polar Fest Detroit Lakes

Polar Fest packs more than two weeks with activities to celebrate winter in Detroit Lakes! Join the fun of Poles N Holes Fishing Derby, Polar Fest Plunge, fireworks at the City Beach and lots more.

For a full calendar of events see https://polarfestdl.com/ 

Pennock Fun Days

Come and join the celebration for Pennock’s Fun Days July 31 – August 2, 2026!

Events include a street dance, hog roast, bean bag tournament, grand parade, antique tractor parade, tractor pull, craft show, vendors, musical entertainment, children’s activities, scavenger hunt, and much more!

More details to come...

Party in the Park

Party in the Park is modeled after National Night Out, a way to bring communities together, as well as learn about crime prevention. Get to know our SEPD & SEFD, as well as the the 20+ organizations within the community. All while you enjoy a family friendly night out with food, fun, and LIVE music.