Traditional SMSC Winter Wacipi

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) invites you to the Traditional SMSC Winter Wacipi, April 18-19, at Hocokata Ti. Grand Entries are scheduled for 1 pm and 7 pm on Saturday, and 1 pm on Sunday. In addition to the dancing, drumming, and singing, be sure to check out the various vendors at the event as well as the moccasin games tournament (invite only). The Traditional SMSC Winter Wacipi is open to the public with free admission. There will not be a livestream for this year’s event. No lawn chairs. Alcohol, drugs, cannabis, and firearms are prohibited.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents The Greatest Show On Earth® is back and reimagined for a new generation, bringing a fast-paced, high-energy circus experience to St. Paul, Minn. playing Grand Casino Arena from October 22-25, 2026 – returning to the Twin Cities after more than 20 years!

Style Edina Weekend 2026

It’s time to dine. shop. play. stay. restore.

Immerse yourself in the ultimate spring fashion experience at Style Edina 2026, May 29-31, a thoughtfully curated event celebrating the very best of Edina’s fashion community. This year, we’re offering two ways to enjoy Style Edina 2026:

Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour

CHARLIE BERENS is a comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the viral sensation, The Manitowoc Minute, a comedic news show about the Midwest which first launched him into notoriety in 2017. Since then, Charlie’s been creating Midwest-inspired sketch comedy videos that connect to a worldwide social media audience of over 10 million.

America's 250th Genealogy Series: Researching the Revolutionary War Era with the DAR

As part of the upcoming Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, we are offering an "America 250 Genealogy" series to help you uncover your family's history. The series can be taken as a whole, or in individual sections. We will focus on different aspects of genealogy research and provide workshops where you can visit the museum to get help when and where needed. This series is in partnership with the Dakota County Historical Society, the Minnesota Genealogical Society, and the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Fortune Feimster: Takin' Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour

Fortune Feimster continues to balance her booming stand-up career with an impressive slate of projects on screen. She’s currently in production on Will Ferrell’s Untitled Netflix Golf Comedy Series. Her latest special Crushing It can be found on Netflix, alongside her previous specials Good Fortune and Sweet & Salty, both of which garnered Critics Choice nominations. This fall she will lend her voice to “Nibbles” in Disney’s highly anticipated sequel Zootopia 2. Most recently she can be seen starring in season two of the Netflix comedy Fubar alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Wine Walk

Come walk around Blue Earth and enjoy a taste of wine at each different store. Tickets are available before or at the event. Proceeds benefit a local charity! Check Facebook closer to the event for more information.

Wanderlight Trail

As the sun goes down on the Minnesota Zoo this summer, its paths will light up with larger-than-life lanterns inspired by animals from around the world in a new exhibit. Wanderlight Trail, A Twilight Lantern Spectacular presented by Bank of America, will transport visitors to glowing oceans, deserts, jungles, lakes, prairies and more experiences to wander at their own pace, making Minnesota summer nights shine a little brighter.