Anoka Amusements
What: Anoka County Fair
When: July 23-28
Where: 3200 St. Francis Blvd., Anoka
Experience six days of entertainment in Anoka! This fair features live music, carnival rides, a petting zoo, food and beverage, and more.
Photo by Betsy Baker
Rock Expedition
What: Summer Sounds by Brophy
When: July 23 (5-9 p.m.)
Where: 2175 Brophy Landing NW, Alexandria
Enjoy the second addition to this free concert series, showcasing the band Xpedition. Sit back, relax, and listen to covers of all your favorite Journey, Foreigner, and Kansas songs.
Celebrate the City by Nature
What: Minneapolis Aquatennial
When: July 24-27
Where: Downtown Minneapolis
Minneapolis’s favorite celebration is back for the third week of July! The Aquatennial is an annual festival that celebrates Minneapolis’ iconic lakes, streams, and rivers. Enjoy Minnesota’s largest night-time parade, stunning fireworks, and movies in The Commons.
courtesy of Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
Riverside Fun
What: Chaska River City Days
When: July 26-28
Where:1300 Crosstown Blvd., Chaska
Head to Chaska to enjoy free entertainment, featuring a bags tournament, farmers market, pancake breakfast, a kids zone, and more!
Photo by Allen Anderson
Step Into Luxury
What: Midwest Home’s Luxury Home Tour
When: July 26-28, August 2-4, and August 9-11
Where: Various locations
Enjoy stunning views at Midwest Home‘s 2024 Luxury Home Tour, a fully immersive, three-weekend, self-guided tour that showcases multi-million-dollar new builds and remodels across the Twin Cities metro.
photo by Spacecrafting photography
Wildlife in Wabasha
What: Outdoor Live Eagle Program
When: July 27 (11-11:45 a.m.)
Where: 50 Pembroke Ave., Wabasha
Attend the National Eagle Center’s free live eagle program at the Riverfront Amphitheater and get the rare opportunity to stand feet away from a bald eagle!
Traditional Crafts
What: Birch Bark Basket Workshop
When: July 27 (12-4 p.m.)
Where: 43411 Oodena Drive, Onamia
Embark on a unique opportunity and learn how to work with birch bark with Ojibwe artist Pat Kruse. Guests will make a one-of-a-kind birch bark basket.
Pints in the Park
What: All Pints North Brew Fest
When: July 27 (3:30-7 p.m.)
Where: 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth
Enjoy Minnesota-made beer and beverages along Lake Superior!
Classical Sounds
What: Lakes Area Music Festival
When: July 28 (3-5 p.m.)
Where: 702 S. 5th St., Brainerd
Immerse yourself in Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony with this orchestra and choral performance conducted by Christian Reif.
