Circus Duo: The Great DuBois

A fast-paced, high energy circus show for all ages…showcasing incredible feats of juggling, hula hoops, unicycle, aerial, circus stunts, contortion, magic and audience interaction all wrapped up in a blanket of comedy. 

Simply put…the most unique 2-person circus show you will ever see!

Back Roads Art Studio Crawl

Take a drive down the beautiful Vergas backroads while enjoying the unique art studios and fall colors along the way!

  • Lost Highway Pottery
  • Forest Edge Gallery
  • Carol Albright
  • Leona’s Flowers
  • Turning Nature
  • Jody Marquardt

Apple Festival

Apple Festival is back at Gibbs Farm on September 21, 2024! Mark your calendars and don’t miss this end of summer event. We are celebrating with apple treats, apple games, apple activities, seed saving and facepainting!In the orchard: Expert orchardists and amateur apple enthusiasts will be able to enjoy samples, test their pomology knowledge, try their hand at the cider press.

28th Annual Art & Artists Celebration

Join us at Franconia Sculpture Park for our 28th Annual Art & Artists Celebration! Experience a day filled with creativity and community, featuring free art-making workshops, live performances, a special musical performance by the Oshkii Giizhik Singers, and an exclusive showcase of new work by artist Marlena Myles.

Stay tuned for more details!

A food truck will be on site, and alcoholic beverages will be sold by Franconia Sculpture Park.

Governor Walz Announces New Campaign to Attract Business to Minnesota

[ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz and Explore Minnesota today announced the launch of a new effort to attract business to Minnesota. The initiative is part of the state's campaign aimed at attracting visitors, residents, and businesses to Minnesota by showcasing the state's world-class economic opportunities and high quality of life.  

River Valley Potters Fall Studio Sales

These two pottery studios just off the St. Croix Trail join together for a lovely fall art excursion.

River Valley Potters is a group of independent potters collaborating to promote events, build community, and share handmade pots.

Visitors are invited to see the studios, shop for handmade pottery and connect with potters while enjoying the natural beauty of the St. Croix River Valley. A short drive from one another, each rural studio is distinctive and charming, making it easy and fun to visit in one day. Each Studio will be featuring the work of guest artists as well.

Bach Society of Minnesota- 2024 Season of Musical Performances

Works by Antonio Vivaldi, G. Ph. Telemann, Handel, and J.S. Bach. The musical mastery is powered by the virtuosity and expression of not one, but two soloists per concerto. Bach’s famous 5th Brandenburg Concerto will take it even further with three soloists!