Summerhill Adventures

With nearly 40 years of tradition, Summerhill provides a memorable experience for all groups large or small. Shopping in Park Rapids, Minnesota has plenty to offer and at Summerhill, we aim to provide something for everyone! Come enjoy:​​​

  • Retail shops offering: candy, women's apparel, kids' games & family activities, and much more!

  • Comfortable dining experience.

  • Locally made, handcrafted art & decor.

The Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Minneapolis St. Patrick’s Day Association welcomes your family in safely celebrating St. Patrick’s Day 2025 at our 57th annual parade!

The parade will be held:

Monday, March 17th, 2025 at 6pm on Nicollet Ave in downtown Minneapolis, MN

If you would like to participate in the parade, visit our website for the details (NOTE: you must pay ahead of time or day of to participate)

Full Moon Hikes

The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum offers multiple opportunities to see the full moon throughout the year! Visit the grounds on the following dates to marvel at the moon and learn more from experts in the field. To learn more about each event and to register, visit our website

Shamrock Shuffle 5K

The Marshall Area YMCA’s Annual Shamrock Shuffle is back! Whether you are sprinting for a personal best or enjoying a morning walk with family, this 5K (3.1 mile) fun run is the perfect way to get moving.

The course winds through the heart of Marshall, offering a scenic route that ends with a celebration at Brau Brothers Brewery. We welcome runners and walkers of all ages, including children, strollers, and even leashed dogs!

Royal Canadian International Circus

The Royal Canadian International Circus returns to Mall of America for 19 exciting shows under the incredible European Big Top! This year’s circus will be better than ever. It’s jam-packed with explosive live entertainment featuring acts that will mesmerize, amaze, and astound you! The Royal Canadian International Circus 2025 will unveil generations of circus families from all over the world that go back 10 generations.

Fire & Ice

Fire & Ice is Greater Mankato Area United Way’s signature black-tie gala and largest fundraising event held each December to raise essential support for United Way’s programs focused on health, education and basic needs in our four-county area.

Bob Bennett in Concert

Critically acclaimed singer/songwriter, finger picking-style guitarist & recording artist Bob Bennett is returning to the Music Factory!

RibFest

Get ready for Mankato’s Tastiest Music Festival this summer with iconic performers and mouthwatering BBQ from award-winning ribbers all over the US.
Ribbers travel across America to bring to Mankato’s RibFest nationwide flavor. The ribs will be judged under three different categories; Best Ribs, Best Pulled-Pork, and KEYC News 12’s People’s Choice. Experience the great taste of ribs and other wonderful foods where you can be the judge!

SkaterApolis

Minnesota's first indoor skate park. 

SkaterApolis is an indoor skate, bike, and rollerskate park located in Burnsville Center, offering open skate, lessons, camps, and clinics.