Events and Festivals
Lake City brings year-round entertainment
You will find a year-round selection of special events and festivals here in Lake City. Some of these events may come and go, but we have several long-standing traditions that return every year. Scroll down to check out our calendar and plan your visit!
100 Mile Garage Sale
Lake City is the right in the epicenter of this event which invites fifteen historic river towns and two states clean out their attics, garages and basements to create the
Tour de Pepin
Held the first Saturday in June, Tour de Pepin offers bicyclists from amateur to expert an opportunity to experience Lake Pepin from the saddle. The Lake City Chamber of Commerce
Water Ski Days
This event is held each year during the last full weekend in June. Water Ski Days celebrates the invention of water skiing in Lake City, and its inventor, Ralph Samuelson.
The Fireman’s Dance
Why are we telling you about our local firefighter’s fundraiser? Because it’s one of the hottest summer events in Lake City, that’s why! This isn’t your grandpa’s fundraiser, this is
Y-Knot Tri
Family oriented-triathlon featuring a 2.5-mile kayaking section on Lake Pepin, a 14-mile bike section north of Lake City looping thought old and new Frontenac, and closes with a 5K run
Float a Palooza
You know that Lake City boasts some of the best beaches anywhere on the Mississippi, well this is one of the biggest beach parties on the river! Bring your lily
Lake City Fall Fest
5 Weeks of fall festivities including Junk Crush, Johnny Appleseed Days, Halloween activities and more. Come for the fall colors stay for the FUN! Ok, real talk- there’s no better
Johnny Appleseed Days
Lake City’s premier autumn event is October 1st and 2nd, 2022. This 2 day hootenanny is family friendly and super fun! This year the festivities will be an old-fashioned block
Lake City Sportsman’s Club Annual Ice Fishing Contest
Enjoy a day of frozen fun on Lake Pepin! The on-ice activities include a free kids fishing contest, adult fishing contest, food, warm drinks, and games all held just off-shore
A calendar filled with Lake City fun
Girl’s Day Out 2023: Beach Party!
Calling all shoppers, fun havers, and Spring lovers! Shop, dine, and more in downtown Lake City during this year's Girls Day Out on April 28th! Visit the boutiques and restaurants …
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Mother’s Day Market
Mother’s Day Market! Give your mom a special hand crafted gift made by MN artists & makers. The artists/makers/creators (vendors) Cassie Rasmussen @knotandneedle Kimberly @still.life.designco Valerie @laughingbatcandles @shoppebylola RAEVEN @raevenjewelry
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