Otters' Birthday

Agate & Ore are turning 12!

Help us celebrate with otter birthday cake, otter-themed crafts, and special programming all day long! The celebration will also include special appearances by Splish and Splash, the Great Lakes Aquarium otter mascots!

Saturday, April 12, 2025 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at Great Lakes Aquarium

No reservation necessary.

Normal admission rates apply; members are always free!

MN Horse Expo

Minnesota's largest equine trade show with vendors creating an easy access marketplace for anyone wanting to find merchandise related to horses/owners and compare brands, prices and features. Horses representing many horse breeds and associations are displayed and exhibited daily. Speakers, trainers and clinicians educate on equitation, horse training, care and maintenance + Free pony rides.

Minnesota's Best Derby Party

Join us in celebrating the 151st Kentucky Derby! Come watch, wager and enjoy the Kentucky Derby experience at a real racetrack for a day, packed with everything Derby. Enjoy 3 levels of drink, food, and celebration. From Maker's Mark mint juleps, to roses, red carpets, selfie stations, contests, vendors, and of course screenings of the most exciting two minutes in sports on the big screens!
Activities Include:

Love Song Music Trivia

All you need is love....and Music Mayhem Trivia! Join us for a special Valentine's week special on February 10 at 7PM!
Music Mayhem challenges teams to quickly guess the title and artist of the songs played using their phones. Think "Name That Tune" meets "Wheel of Fortune"!
The faster you correctly guess, the more points you'll earn!
It's free to play and you have the opportunity to win some sweet prizes from swag, merch, gift cards and more! Gather some friends and build your dream team!

Johnnie Brown Experience

If you love the full sound and quality of the R&B bands of the 70s, 80s, and 90s you will love The Johnnie Brown Experience. Johnnie Brown brings the excitement, musicianship, and lyrics all alive again. His raspy baritone voice and showmanship will take you back to the pinnacle of R&B music. During The Johnnie Brown Experience, you will hear songs from some of your favorite artists such as The O’Jays, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, and many more. This is a musical experience you will never forget!

John Morgan - Ram Trucks Rodeo Friday Night After Party

Keep the energy alive after the Ram Trucks Rodeo with a powerhouse performance from country sensation, John Morgan! With his gritty melodies, songwriting, and guitar skills, he’s bringing a high-energy show packed with fan-favorite hits, including his breakout single “Friends Like That.” Don’t miss your chance to see this rising star light up the stage—grab a drink, hit the dance floor, and let’s close out the night country-style!

Joey Alexander

Joey has been widely regarded as one of the most highly skilled pianists and thoughtful improvisers in jazz. On his seventh album, 2023’s Continuance, Indonesia-born pianist, composer, and bandleader Joey Alexander has far surpassed his earlier incarnations. Here, he’s now comfortable in his new identity as a composer-pianist of fertile imagination and emotional depth.

GSTA Rod & Custom Spectacular Car Show

Join us for the 67th Annual GSTA Rod & Custom Spectacular Car Show – April 12 and 13, 2025. Presented by Brainerd International Raceway, this year’s show shifts into high gear at its new location: Canterbury Park in Shakopee, MN!

Get ready for more horsepower than Canterbury Park has ever seen at Minnesota’s oldest indoor motorized extravaganza. Known as the unofficial kickoff to the car show season, this event is a must-see for enthusiasts, families, and anyone who loves incredible rods, customs, and classics.