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Carnival at Apache Mall
Apache Mall, Rochester, MN 55902, United States Apache Mall, Rochester, MN 55902, United StatesJoin us for well needed fun while riding thrilling carnival rides, eating delicious fair food and playing exciting carnival games! 3-hour Unlimited Ride Wristbands will be available! Thursday, May 21st 4pm- 9pm Friday, May 22nd 4pm- 9pm Saturday May 23rd 11am- 9pm…
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Minnesota Aurora Home Games
TCO Stadium Eagan 2700 Lone Oak PKWY, Eagan, MN, USCome experience the fun and excitement of Minnesota Aurora home games all summer long at TCO Stadium in Eagan. This is a perfect spot for a date night or time with kids and families. Game dates and times: May 16 at 7pm…
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Elko Speedway Eve Of Destruction – May 23rd
26350 France Ave, Elko, MN, United States, Minnesota 55020 26350 France Ave, Elko, MN, United States, Minnesota 55020More details and ticketing coming soon!
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Elko Drift – Spring Drift Showcase May 29-31
26350 France Ave, Elko, MN, United States, Minnesota 55020 26350 France Ave, Elko, MN, United States, Minnesota 55020Schedule: FRIDAY 12 PM – Gates Open 12 PM – 2 PM – Tech Inspection 1:30 PM – Drivers Meeting 2 PM – 7PM – Track is Hot | Drift Practice 7PM – 10PM Night Drifting SATURDAY 9 AM – Gates Open…
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Downtown Riverwalk Inauguration
Kellogg Park Kellogg Park🌊 Discover the Saint Paul Downtown Riverwalk! 🌊 Join us on Saturday, May 30, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. as we celebrate the inauguration of the Downtown Riverwalk — a vibrant two-mile experience connecting downtown Saint Paul and the Mississippi River. Explore the Riverwalk…
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Entertainment in the Parks: Band of 10,000 Mistakes (rock/pop/country)
Richfield Bandshell (636 E 66th St) Richfield Bandshell (636 E 66th St)Full schedule at richfieldmn.gov/entertainmentintheparks
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Pop-Up Splash Pad
8475 Kochia Ln, Victoria, MN 55386-9664, United States 8475 Kochia Ln, Victoria, MN 55386-9664, United StatesCool off and splash around at the Pop-Up Splash Pad, a free, action-packed event that’s perfect for families and water lovers! Join your local firefighters as they turn a soccer field into the ultimate water playground using a fire truck! Get ready…
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Minnesota Street Rod Association’s BACK TO THE FIFTIES WEEKEND
Minnesota State Fairgrounds 1265 Snelling Ave N, St Paul, MNWHAT: The 52nd Minnesota Street Rod Association’s “Back to the Fifties Weekend” cruises onto the Minnesota State Fairgrounds June 19 – 21, 2026. Nearly 10,000 street rods, customs, classics, and restored vehicles, all dating from 1964 and earlier, will be on display….
$15.00
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