Lake Minnetonka Regional Park is the perfect place for families to enjoy
a Saturday afternoon. Bring a picnic and enjoy a lakeside
lunch. Learn more...
Noerenberg Gardens
Situated on the north shore of Lake Minnetonka’s majestic Crystal Bay,
Noerenberg Memorial Gardens offers a tranquil retreat to the quiet elegance and grace of days gone by.
A favorite subject for local artists and an idyllic location
for weddings.
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July Calendar of Events
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They're Back! The Most Spectacular 4th of July Celebrations Anywhere
With sand castle contests, fishing contests, parades, live music, carnival rides, treasure hunts, classic cars, and incredible fireworks displays, it's no wonder thousands of people flock to the Lake Minnetonka area this time of year.
Wednesday, July 9, 10:30 a.m. (Held at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church 301 County Road 19 Excelsior)
For kids in preschool-entering grade 3. Magician Graylyn Morris raises spirits and tests kids' powers of concentration as he manipulates ropes, scarves, balls and other magician's props in a perplexing "now you see it, now you don't" performance.
Directions to Mount Calvary Lutheran Church: From the Excelsior Library on West Drive, turn left onto Third Street, turn right onto Water Street, turn right onto George Street, turn left into church parking lot.
11-20
Hopkins - Raspberry Festival
The Hopkins Raspberry Festival has become a Twin Cities institution, held in the middle of July to coincide, but not overlap with, the Minneapolis Aquatennial Celebration. The raspberry fields are long gone, but the town has cause to celebrate anyway and so it does.
Professional entomologist Bruce Giebink presents a lively, entertaining, hands-on program featuring insects and arthropods (creepy crawlies!).
16
Wayzata - Picnic at Wayzata Library: Monarchs, Mariposas y México
Wednesday, July 16, 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Held at outdoors in the Wayzata Library Children's Garden
Celebrate the Monarch butterfly's summer home in Wayzata and its winter retreat in the highlands of Mexico Enjoy Latin American music, traditional Mexican stories, an art project with a Mexican flair, backyard butterfly tips, light picnic fare and more!
16
Plymouth - Water Ski Show
Enjoy a water ski show featuring the Prior Lake Ski Team as part of Plymouth's Entertainment in the Parks. Free & family friendly - Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and a picnic!
In case of rain or severe weather, call 763-509-5205.
17-19
Mound - Spirit of the Lakes Festival
Thursday, July 17
Kiddie Parade in Mounds Bay Park, 7 PM
Music in the Park in Mounds Bay Park, 7 PM
Friday, July 18
Boots and Badges Safety Fair at Stonegate Plaza, 5 PM
Street Dance at Shoreline & Wilshire, 6 PM
Saturday, July 19
Grand Parade at Bartlett & Commerce, 10 AM
Arts and Crafts Fair at Mounds Bay Park, 11 AM
Business Showcase at Mounds Bay Park, 11 AM
Live Entertainment at Mounds Bay Park, 11 AM to 10 PM
Crow River Bank Money Mound, Mounds Bay Park, 11:45 AM
Country Chicken Dinner at Gillespie Center, 5:30 PM
American Square Dance at Gillespie Center, 7-9 PM
Fire Dancers at Mound Bay Park, 9:20 PM
Fireworks at Mound Bay Park, 10 PM
17-21
Wayzata - Crazy Days
Four days of shopping, refreshments and fun in downtown Wayzata!
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Plymouth - Summer Carnival
Games, music, entertainment and tons of fun! Carnival tickets cost 25 cents each (games require 1-4 tickets). Following the carnival are performances by Plymouth's own Puppet Fun Mobile and the Splatter Sisters. Food and drink will be available for purchase.
5-8 p.m. at Parkers Lake Park, Co. Rd. 6 and Niagara Lane, Plymouth.
Summer Music Events
All Summer
Wayzata Concerts
2008 Summer Concert Series will take place Wednesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., June 18 - July 30, 2008, at the Wayzata Depot (located on Lake Street in downtown Wayzata).
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Bill & Kate Isles
Minnesota Originals
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Bourbon Street Boys
Jazz
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Bend in the River Big Band
Big Band
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Cliff Brunzell & the Golden String Quartet
Big Band
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Whistle Pigs String Band
Blue Grass
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Chmielewski’s Television Show Band
Polka
All Summer
Plymouth Concerts
June 16
Plymouth Concert Band
7 p.m., Hilde Performance Center, 3500 Plymouth Blvd. (Behind City Hall). Call 763-509-5205 for information.
June 17
Blue Drifters "Bluegrass Music"
7 p.m., Parkers Lake Park Stage, Co. Rd. 6 and Niagara Lane. Call 763-509-5205 for information.
June 19
Jimeo Band "Soul Powered Jazz & Blues"
7 p.m., Hilde Performance Center, 3500 Plymouth Blvd. (Behind City Hall). Call 763-509-5205 for information.
June 23
Southside Big Band
7 p.m., Hilde Performance Center, 3500 Plymouth Blvd. (Behind City Hall). Call 763-509-5205 for information.
June 24
Plymouth Concert Band
7 p.m., Parkers Lake Park Stage, Co. Rd. 6 and Niagara Lane. Call 763-509-5205 for information.
June 25
Kids Koncert w/Mr. Song-Strummin' Storyman
11 a.m., Parkers Lake Park Stage, Co. Rd. 6 and Niagara Lane. Call 763-509-5205 for information.
June 26
Stan Bann Big Band "Variety"
7 p.m., Hilde Performance Center, 3500 Plymouth Blvd. (Behind City Hall). Call 763-509-5205 for information.
June 28
7 p.m., Hilde Performance Center, 3500 Plymouth Blvd. (Behind City Hall). Call 763-509-5205 for information.
All Summer
Minnetonka Concerts
Each Tuesday evening at the outdoor amphitheater at Minnetonka Civic Center Campus, 14600 Minnetonka Boulevard, Minnetonka, MN, 55345.
June 10
Porch Pickers (bluegrass, country)
June 17
Mark Yannie Trio (jazz)
July 8
James Moors (folk)
July 15
Minnetonka Civic Orchestra (classical)
July 22
Lehto & Wright (Celtic, folk rock)
July 29
Eden Prairie Community Band (show tunes)
August 5
Erin Rogue (Irish, blues)
August 12
Blue Drifters (bluegrass, jazz, folk)
Year-round
Shorewood Concerts
Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) at Eddy Station in Freeman Park. Enjoy brats, popcorn, cool drinks and other tasty treats from the concession stand for all evening concerts.
If you are interested in sponsoring or contributing to the 2008 Summer Concert Series, donations can be made through the Shorewood Parks Foundation and are tax-deductible. For more information contact City Hall at 952-474-3236.
June 20
Children's Entertainment - Nancy, Eddie & Friends Ventriloquism Fun @11:30 a.m.
There will be a workshop after the show for the kids to make puppets. To register send $2 per child with their name, address or e-mail and phone number to City Hall by June 13.
July 11
Big Walter Smith and the Groove Merchants
Famous Dave’s will be selling BBQ at this event
Ongoing Events
Year-round
West
Hennepin Pioneer Museum.
Artifacts from the pioneer days. Saturdays, 10 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Call (952) 473-6557 for details.
All Summer
Minnesota Heritage Weekends at Historic Murphy's Landing
Experience the excitement and challenges of life along the Minnesota River in the 1800s. Meet the residents of Eagle Creek and the frontier. Help them with their daily chores, play games, attend school and participate in 1800s era craft demonstrations. Ride the trolley pulled by Percheron draft horses. Many buildings open for touring. Food service available most weekends.
Ages: 12+, $8.50; Ages: 3-11 and Seniors $7; Children under 3 are free.
For information, call 763/559-6700.
June 11-Sept. 1
Wayzata Towne Trolley is open for business!
Trolley rides are available June 11 - September 1
Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturadays: 10a.m. - 2p.m.
A fresh look at the towering wonder and quiet power of trees in today's world, "Tree-ology" features a juried outdoor exhibition of dynamic, interactive public artworks. The art installations and sculptures are strategically placed along a tree-lined walk to provide visitors of all ages with new ways of looking at and enjoying the trees among us.
Year-round
Bayside Live
Music Venue in Excelsior
Bayview offers everything from rock and reggae to jazz and
alternative music - all with a fantastic view of the lake.
Friday and Saturday at 9:00 P.M. Located one block East of
Water St. on Excelsior Blvd. Call (952) 470-8439 for directions.
Excelsior's "Three-Eighteen" is one of the best kept
secrets in the Twin Cities area. A favorite of musicians, this
hip little "joint" offers some of the best live local
and national acts in town.
Have a glass of wine and snuggle in for some great entertainment:
Monday through Saturday at 7:30 P.M. Located at the west end
of Water Street. Call (952) 401-7902 for directions.
The summer months bring countless opportunities for healthy outdoor activities.
To find out about happenings in the Lake Minnetonka area, visit our complete
Calendar of Events!
Lake Minnetonka: An area steeped in history
From the days when Dakota Indians inhabited her shores, leaving behind ancient
burial mounds which are still visible today, to the era of the steam locomotive
and the paddle wheeler when grand Victorian hotels and amusement parks stood
proudly on her banks, there has always been something alluring about this
enchanted body of water. Learn more...
