Area Events

Below is a listing of all upcoming events in the southwest Minnesota/northwest Iowa area. Please click an item title to view more information about the event.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Wed, 06/19/2013 - Fri, 06/28/2013

The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood this summer, helping to ensure a sufficient supply for patients in need and allowing them to create their summer of stories. The American Red Cross Blood Mobile will be in your local area. Consider donating today. Visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome.
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Summerfest 2013

Wed, 06/19/2013 - Sun, 06/23/2013

Lakefield's Summerfest 2013 is full of great entertainment for both the family and friends, featuring a late swim on Thursday the 20th at the Aquatic Center, Friday's pork burger feed and family fun night, Saturday's vendors and pedal pull, and Sunday's church service and pancake breakfast!
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24th Annual Watertown Festival

Thu, 06/20/2013

The 24th Annual Watertown Festival will kick off June 20th in Pipestone, featuring a band hamburger fundraiser, kid's tractor pull, fun runs, street dance, art and craft show, parade, tractor pull and more! For more information, call the Pipestone Chamber at 507-825-3316
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Lakefield Summerfest

Sat, 06/22/2013

The 2013 Lakefield Summerfest Parade will kick off in downtown Lakefield on June 22nd beginning at 2 p.m. To register a parade entry or for complete parade details, contact Dory Poppy at 507-662-5640
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2nd Annual Cruise for Cancer Ride

Sat, 06/22/2013 - 12:00pm - 6:00pm

The 2nd Annual Cruise for Cancer Ride is slated for Saturday, June 22nd. Bring your two-, three-, or four-wheel vehicle to the Lismore Bar and Grill with registration beginning at noon. The Cruise will start at 1 p.m. with a burger bar at the conclusion around 5 pm. Cost is $25 per person or $15 per person (for the meal only).
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Shrine Circus

Sun, 06/23/2013

The Spectacular 3-Ring Extravaganza Shrine Circus is coming to the Worthington Hockey Arena on June 23rd. Two different shows are offered, one at 2 p.m. and the other at 5:30 p.m. This circus features elephant rides, pony rides, a 3-ring circus and entertainment for everyone!
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Shrine Circus

Sun, 06/23/2013

The Spectacular 3-Ring Extravaganza Shrine Circus is coming to the Worthington Hockey Arena on June 23rd. Two different shows are offered, one at 2 p.m. and the other at 5:30 p.m. This circus features elephant rides, pony rides, a 3-ring circus and entertainment for everyone!
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Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

Sun, 06/23/2013 - 8:00am - 1:00pm

The Historic Dayton House invites you to a pancake breakfast fundraiser at the Elk's Lodge #2287 (located at 1105 Second Avenue) from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Cost is $7 with children 5 and younger free.
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All American Blood Drive

Mon, 06/24/2013 - 11:30am - 6:00pm

The Sanford Clinic Adrian and Community Blood Bank is hosting an "All American" blood drive from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. and from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the Adrian fire station. To schedule an appointment or for more information, call the Sanford Clinic Adrian at 483-2668
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Summer FRED

Mon, 06/24/2013 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Slayton's summer FRED event will be held Monday, June 24th at the Slayton Beach Pool from 5 until 6:30 p.m. Featured includes free swimming, story time, supper and books open to all families with children age birth to first grade.
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