Western Minnesota Prairie Waters

Lighted Parade
2024-12-07 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | The City of Ortonville, Ortonville, MN, 56278, United States
Catch the lighted holiday parade in downtown Ortonville!

Canby Ice Fishing Tournament
2025-01-24 - 2025-01-25 | Del Clark Lake, 1801 Co Rd 30, Canby, MN, 56220, United States
Head to Canby and join in on the fun at the 6th annual ice fishing tournament, made possible by the Canby Fire Relief Association and the Canby Sportsman’s Club.
The weekend includes a 24-hour tournament as well as a 2-hour tournament.

Ole & Lena Days
2025-01-25 - 2025-02-01 | City of Granite Falls, Granite Falls, MN, 56241
Come to Granite Falls and celebrate Ole & Lena days! Activities include lefse making class, medallion hunt, lutefisk buffet, Ole and Lena live, pancake breakfast, craft show, dance, and more!

Mid Winter Community Celebration
2025-01-25 17:30 - 21:00 | The Rock: Dining and Events, 1940 11th Avenue, Granite Falls, MN, 56208, United States
Enjoy a fun evening shaking off the winter blues at the annual Granite Falls Midwinter Community Celebration!

Arctic Open Golf Tournament
2025-02-08 | Lake Eli, Clinton, 56225, United States
Enjoy this fun, unique winter activity! Golfing on Lake Eli! This golf tournament is in it’s 46th year and sure to be fun for all those involved.

Lake that Speaks Candlelight Hike
2025-02-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Lac qui Parle State Park, 14047 20th Street NW, Watson, MN, 56295, United States
Join us for the annual Lake That Speaks Candlelight Hike for an enjoyable less than a mile hike on a packed snow trail to the historic warming shelter where s’mores and hot chocolate are being served. The event is free and open to the public.
Minnesota State Park vehicle permits are required and are not available at the event. any questions can be directed to 320-435-4041. Please leave a message if there is no answer.

St. Patrick's Parade
2025-03-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Montevideo, Montevideo, MN, United States
Check out the festive St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Montevideo!

St. Patrick's Day Celebration
2025-03-15 | Graceville, Graceville, MN, 56240, United States
Take part in the fun St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Graceville! Enjoy a parade, pub crawl, Mulligan Stew, drawings, and more!

Spring Expo
2025-03-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Ortonville High School, 200 Trojan Drive, Ortonville, 56278, United States
Head to the Ortonvillle High School for a day of food, fun, and vendors! Many new and returning vendors and a collaboration with We Are Water!

St. Patrick's Day Parade
2025-03-15 15:00 - 17:00 | City of Benson, Benson, MN, 56215, United States
Benson’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set for 3 p.m. and will start by St. Francis Catholic Church and journey down 13th Street North before ending at Patrick’s Pub & Grill.

Glenn Miller Orchestra
2025-04-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Benson Performing Arts Center, 1400 Montana Avenue, Benson, MN, 56215, United States
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra will be bringing their big band sound to the Performing Arts Center on Thursday, April 3rd starting at 7 p.m. that evening!

Madison Easter Egg-citement
2025-04-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Slen Park, 604 Evergreen Ave, Madison, 56256, United States
Go to Madison for a kids Easter egg hunt at the swimming pool park shelter!
In the event of bad weather, this event will be in the MMN School gym.

Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Grace Village, 114 2nd Street, Graceville, 56240, United States
Join us for games, egg hunt, and pictures with the Easter Bunny.

Easter 5K & Scavenger Hunt
2025-04-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Ambush Park, 2400 Atlantic Avenue, Benson, 56215, United States
Run, walk or bike this Easter 5K at Ambush Park! There will be eggs scattered along the route for kids to grab. More children activities to follow the run!

Easter Egg Hunt at Del Clark
2025-04-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Del Clark Lake, 1801 Co Rd 30, Canby, MN, 56220, United States
Save the date for the 2nd Del Clark Lake Easter Egg Hunt! The event will be held on April 19th, 2025 at 3pm. It is free to attend. Stay tuned for additional details.

Appleton Summer Concert Series
2025-06-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Riverview Bandstand, N Hering Street, Appleton, MN, 56208, United States
Enjoy live music during the summer on Tuesdays in Appleton!

Makers Market
2025-06-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Granite Falls, Granite Falls, MN, United States
Visit beautiful downtown Granite Falls on the first Thursday in June and July! The August Maker’s Market will be held during Granite Falls Squidfest on August 16th.

Benson Music in the Park
2025-06-12 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-06-26 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-07-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Roosevelt Park, Benson, MN, 56215, United States
Mark your calendars for these Thursday nights:June 12 • June 26 • July 10 • July 24 • August 7 5:30 – 8:00 PM | Roosevelt Park, Benson, MNEnjoy live music under the open sky, mouthwatering meals served up by local non-profits, and the unbeatable energy of friends, family, and community coming together. Bring a chair!

Annual Big Stone Walleye Classic
2025-06-14 07:00 - 16:00 | Big Stone Lake, Ortonville, 56278, United States
The 44th Annual Big Stone Walleye Classic will be Saturday June 14th.

Canby Father's Day Free Air Show
2025-06-15 | City of Canby, Canby, MN, 56220
This annual event is always a hit for for adults and children alike! Stay tuned for more details. And it is free to attend!

Heritage Days
2025-06-20 - 2025-06-22 | Heritage Hill, Montevideo, MN

Prairie Thunder Off-Road Rally
2025-07-12 09:30 - 15:00 | Appleton Area OHV Park, Appleton, 56208, United States
Mark your calendar for our 8th annual off-road rally! We are planning some new activities this year, so come join us for a muddy good time!​
