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Celebrate Community with the Region's Summer Festivals
Summer has arrived in the I-94 West Region and it’s time to celebrate!
We are fortunate to have a number of community festivals and celebrations to attend. From Albertville Friendly City Days (the kick-off to summer in June) to Medina Celebration Day in late September, our cities provide fun, entertaining events and activities for residents and visitors alike throughout the summer months.
Countless hours of volunteer time go into making these events a success and the list of local businesses, organizations, and individuals involved is much too long to list here. Show your support of our wonderful communities by attending or volunteering!
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ROCKIN' ROGERS DAYS
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JUNE 20 – 23
Rockin’ Rogers Days features live bands at the Entertainment Center, beer garden, carnival, Run for ROADS 5k event, Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pull, Softball Tournament, Dean Eggert Memorial Ride, Grand Parade, Classic Car Show, and Miss Rockin’ Rogers Days Coronation.
WORLD'S CHAMPIONSHIP HAMEL RODEO & BULL RIDIN' BONANZA!
JULY 11 – 14
All five performances include bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, tie down roping, steer wrestling, team roping, ladies barrel racing, and the Bull Ridin’ Bonanza. The event also features free pony rides for the kids, Tough Enough to Wear Pink to benefit breast cancer research and awareness (Thursday), and a family matinee on Saturday. Advanced tickets and VIP seating available.
HANOVER HARVEST FESTIVAL
AUGUST 3
The 9th Annual Hanover Harvest Festival features a variety of activities for the whole family, including: 5k Race and Kids Fun Run, Miss Hanover Royalty Program, duck drop, parade, fireworks, antique & classic vehicle show, food vendors, beer garden, marketplace, live bands, fun and games, and much more!
www.hanoverharvestfestival.com
ST. MICHAEL DAZE & KNIGHTS
AUGUST 8 – 11
Now in its seventh year, the St. Michael Daze & Knights Festival offers “something for everyone” – from city-wide garage sales and a carnival to a beer tent, hog roast, and live bands, including Greene & Hurst, Lamont Cranston, and Shane Martin. Check the Daze & Knights website often as more details become available.
CORCORAN COUNTRY DAZE
AUGUST 16 – 17
You won’t want to miss the 10th Annual Corcoran Corn Daze, held under the big tent at Corcoran Park & Ball Fields. Featuring a softball tournament, live bands, great food and beverages, and many other activities, this city-wide event festival provides fun, affordable entertainment.
www.countrydaze.org
LORETTO FUN FEST
SEPTEMBER 14
The fun begins at 1 pm with Children’s Activities at Lions Park, including a rock climbing wall and K9 demonstration. Gather clues for the Medallion Hunt, visit numerous vendors at the Loretto Market, take a hot air balloon ride, and enjoy delicious food and drink. Wrap up your evening with fireworks and the street dance.
OTSEGO PRAIRIE FESTIVAL & CAR SHOW
SEPTEMBER 14
The Otsego Prairie Festival & Car Show is a fun-filled day featuring inflatables and other activities for the kids, exhibitors, food vendors, live music, fireworks, and of course, the Car Show, hosted by Otsego Rod & Custom.
DAYTON HERITAGE DAY
SEPTEMBER 21
Dayton’s Heritage Day, held in the Historic Village, offers a number of fun activities throughout the day, including a parade, entertainment and live music, kids games, food vendors, craft vendors, and much more! Check back on the city’s website for more information as details for this year’s festival are finalized.
MEDINA CELEBRATION DAY
SEPTEMBER 21
Medina Celebration Day, held in the late afternoon and early evening of September 21st, features a wide variety of activities and fun, including: bingo, food vendors, business expo, pumpkin painting, games, prizes, face painting, K9 demonstration, inflatable bounce, bonfire and s’mores, and more!