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!

Oktoberfest at Forgotten Star Brewing

Dust off your lederhosen and empty those stomachs, because Oktoberfest is back! 

Three days of live music, German inspired eats, contests, family friendly and adult forward festivities and more. Details coming soon!

04:00 PM - 11:00 PM

¡Casa Bonita Mi Amor!

Special Screenings

Friday, September 13 at 7pm
Saturday, September 14 at 7pm
Sunday, September 15 at 4pm

ABOUT THE FILM

From the producers of the Emmy®-nominated Six Days to Air, feature documentary ¡Casa Bonita Mi Amor! tracks the rise, fall and revival of the beloved Colorado landmark Casa Bonita.

Welcoming Week in Willmar

Welcoming Week in Willmar
Saturday, Sept. 14th, 2024 from 2-6pm
Corner of 6th St SW & Litchfield Ave SW
Next to City Office and the City Auditorium

This year, Willmar Welcoming Week is a call to come together as individuals and groups – to celebrate our strengths and differences – and recognize that we’re at our best when We’re All In. Welcoming Week is on a journey to build a community that’s “all in” on valuing diverse perspectives, backgrounds, experiences, and cultures.

Sundays at Landmark: Mid-Autumn Moon Festival

Celebrate Southeast Asian tradition with music, dance, food, crafts, storytelling, and a lion dance and lantern parade in Rice Park. Co-presented with the Vietnamese community of Minnesota.

Sundays at Landmark series is supported by Ecolab, Hubbard Broadcasting, Travelers, Xcel Energy Foundation, and Ramsey County.

STC Pride Burlesque Dinner

Arroy – Thai and Filipino Restaurant is so excited to pair up the St.Cloud Pride to bring you their Pride burlesque dinner featuring outstanding entertainment brought to you by MN local performers.**PERFORMERS**Nakita Kat
The Other Jeannie Retelle
Joy Coy
Tyler T. Love
Mona Montague
Kitt Kat
Ombre SinclairDoors open at 4:30pm