Taste & Toast

This event celebrates fresh, local cuisine and regional wine and beer. Live music sets the stage for tastings from local restaurants and food trucks as well as samplings from Minnesota wineries, breweries and more, including the Arboretum’s own Horticultural Research Center, the developer of popular cold-hardy wine grapes including Marquette and Itasca. All proceeds benefit the Arboretum's public gardens and its environmental, horticultural and educational programs.

The Bloody Mary Festival

From the Minneapolis to St. Paul, and beyond - we’ve scoured Minnesota for the craftiest and most creative Bloody Marys. We proudly present the BRUNCH PARTY of the year.
THE ANNUAL BLOODY MARY FESTIVAL - TWIN CITIES TICKETS INCLUDE:

  • Unlimited Bloody Marys, created by the finest bars and restaurants 
  • Food & beverage tastes from local companies 
  • Temp tattoos, swag, photo ops & more 
  • One vote for The People's Choice Award

Winona Axe and Arcade

Re-opening on Friday, July 12, 2024 in our new location near downtown Winona!
Are you looking for a unique and exciting experience? Look no further than Winona Axe & Arcade, where we combine the thrill of axe throwing with the fun of arcade games.

Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon

From before the start until beyond the finish, we’re infusing the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon with added energy and support – more spectator cheering, more course entertainment, more post-race celebration.

Because it’s More Than a Marathon!

Kids 18 years old and younger run FREE at all TCM events!

Lossing's Power Sports

Lossing's Power Sports is a Snowmobile, ATV and Outdoor Power Equipment Dealer with a growing fleet of ATV and Snowmobile Rentals, for guests to explore the beautiful northern Minnesota. Situated just outside of Ely, Babbitt has ATV and snowmobile trails that leave right from our dealership to explore the surrounding communities. 

Mosaic Glass Mandala with Laura Ruprecht

Discover the art of mosaic with artist, Laura Ruprecht. You will create your own Mosaic Mandala wall hanging in this hands on workshop. We will use hand-cut stained glass and glass tesserae to design a radial pattern on a 10-inch wooden backer. Laura's guidance ensures a unique and captivating result all at a beginner level pace. Upon completion, you will receive a grout kit to finish your masterpiece at home, blending creativity and person expression in this concise and immersive mosaic art experience.
This class is open to ages 12+.

Crooked Lake Creamery & Deli

You heard the rumor and it’s true. We are open! We are a locally owned business dedicated to bringing you Andover’s only super premium hard ice cream fresh from Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream, the area’s best hot dogs and chili dogs (made with Nathan’s Famous hot dogs) as well as great concession fare to satisfy you after the big game or just when you want a treat.

We are proud to be located in the Andover Community Center, enter from either the YMCA entrance on the east or the west community center entrance and you’ll find us just across the primary hallway from the main ice arena.

The 51st Annual Lone Eagle Auto Club Car Show and Swap Meet

The 51st Annual Lone Eagle Auto Club Car Show and Swap Meet features over 500 show cars and over 100 swappers with a used car corral. There will be 35 classes of vehicles that will be voted on by participants. This event runs from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. rain or shine.

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