Water Ski Days Returns to Lake City!
The 54th Annual Water Ski Days will be another big celebration. Come to Lake City for our annual summer party, June 25th-28th, and be treated to live concerts, an arts and crafts fair, gravity-defying water ski shows, a grand parade, a classic car show, and much, much, much more. There has never been a better time to visit!
Water Ski Days 2026
June 25–28, 2026 | Lake City, Minnesota
Celebrate the birthplace of water skiing with four days of family fun, live entertainment, water ski shows, carnival rides, races, a parade, and more along the shores of Lake Pepin.
Thursday, June 25
- Opening Day of Water Ski Days
- Lakeside concerts at Ohuta Beach
- Carnival rides, games, and food vendors
- Karaoke Contest Finals
- Live entertainment throughout the evening
Friday, June 26
- Ski Dox Water Ski Show
- Carnival rides and midway
- Live music at Ohuta Beach
- Food vendors and festival activities
- Family-friendly entertainment throughout downtown
Saturday, June 27
- Ralph Samuelson Freestyle Jump Competition
- Lake City Rotary 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
- Lake City Lions Classic Car Show
- Arts & Crafts Fair at Patton Park
- Learn to Water Ski Clinic
- Legacy Thrill Show
- Carnival rides and games
- Live concerts and entertainment
Sunday, June 28
- Arts & Crafts Fair
- Grand Parade
- Ski Dox Water Ski Show
- Carnival rides and festival food
- Closing day festivities and entertainment
Ongoing Throughout the Festival
- Lakeside concerts at Ohuta Beach
- Gold Star Amusements Carnival
- Food vendors and beverage garden
- Water ski exhibitions and demonstrations
- Family activities and community events
- Shopping, dining, and lakeside fun throughout Lake City
Cost: Many activities are free; some events, rides, races, and concerts may require tickets or registration.
