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, we have several long-standing traditions that return every year. Check out our calendar and plan your visit!
50th Water Ski Days
Held the last full weekend in June (June 24-26, 2022), Water Ski Days celebrates the invention of water skiing in Lake City, and its inventor, Ralph Samuelson. This city-wide event
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
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
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
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
A calendar filled with Lake City fun
Holiday Fair
The Lake City Sportsman’s Club resumes its annual Holiday Fair tradition on Saturday, December 4, 2021! All your favorite holiday treats, craft booths, and gently used holiday decor and cookbooks. …
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Holiday Home Tour
Holiday Home Tour - All proceeds from ticket sales go for promoting the arts locally and programs at the center. The tour would be December 4th 4-8PM. Please contact us …
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