Wednesday July 25
Corn in the Park
Freshly cooked corn will be served in the park. Cost includes one ear of corn, a brat and a pop. Don’t forget your lawn chair.
When: 5-7 p.m.
Where: Central Park, 400 West Ave.
Cost: $6
Concerts in the Park
The Back Channel Blues band will perform bluegrass music.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Central Park Band Shell, 400 West Ave.
Thursday July 26
Sheldon Theatre
Enjoy a movie musical evening with the 1954 film “White Christmas.”
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Sheldon Theatre, 443 W. Third St.
Cost: $5
More info: 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759, or www.sheldontheatre.org.
Friday July 27
Wabasha Riverboat Days
The 34th annual Aquapolooza festival. Today’s activities include 10 a.m. kids sidewalk chalk event; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fiber, Art and Quilt show, $3 admission; 4 p.m. riverfront carriage rides; 5 p.m. to midnight beer tent; 6:30 p.m. Miss Wabasha coronation; 7 p.m. Music Under the Bridge featuring Trent Romens; and 9:15 p.m. lighted boat parade.
When: 10 a.m.-midnight
Where: Throughout Wabasha
More info: www.wabashamn.org
Reggae Festival
The three-day music fest at the Harbor Bar includes live reggae from a handful of musicians. John Wayne & the Pain kicks off the festival.
When: 7:30-11:30 p.m.
Where: Harbor Bar, N673 825th St., Hager City
More info: 715-792-2417 or www.harborbar.net
Little Log House Antique Power Show
Relive childhood memories or create new ones while visiting the restored Pioneer Village and antique show. Events include living history demonstrations, re-enactments by Cannon Old West Society, flea market, threshing demonstrations, Pioneer Village, gardens with thousands of flowers, tractor pulls, live music from noon to 4 p.m. and more.
When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 21889 Michael Ave., Hastings
More info: 651-437-2693 or www.littleloghouseshow.com
Treasure Island
Them Pesky Kids entertains at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
When: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Parlay Lounge
Cost: Free
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Saturday July 28
Wabasha Riverboat Days
Today’s activities include 6:30 a.m. Grumpy Old Men Fishing Contest; 6:45 a.m. River Run & Fitness Walk; 7:30 a.m. Pancakes in the Park; 8:30 a.m. co-ed volleyball tournament; 9 a.m. All Ages Yoga with live music from Cari Klein; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fiber, Art and Quilt show, $3 admission; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Marketplace Craft Fair; 10 a.m. the Great River Kayak Race and Expo; 10 a.m. skateboard and BMX competition; 11 a.m. bean bag tournament; noon to midnight beer tent; 1 p.m. Rubber Ducky Derby; 2 p.m. riverfront carriage rides; 3 p.m. Tractor Pedal Pull; 6 p.m. Grand Parade; 7 p.m. dunk tank with local personalities; 7 p.m. Music in the Park; and 8:30 p.m. live entertainment from Lightning Creek.
When: 6:30 a.m.-midnight
Details: See July 27
Red Wing Farmers Market
Red Wing's Saturday Farmers Market has live musical entertainment and other special features in addition to the fresh produce, vegetables and flowers. Music will start around 10 a.m. and be provided by Jane and Harland Schultz. Amy Olson will give demonstrations on flower arranging. When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Red Wing Train Depot, 420 Levee St.
Little Log House Antique Power Show
Relive childhood memories or create new ones while visiting the restored Pioneer Village and antique show.
When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Details: See July 27
Voices of the Valley
Hanisch Bakery and Coffee Shop of Red Wing will provide cookies.
When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Welch Station Access
Cost: Free
Community Band Festival
Area community bands will provide a day of entertainment.
When: 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Details: See Spotlight
Reggae Festival
Today’s line-up includes noon to 4 p.m. Dred I Dread, 5 to 9 p.m. Innocent and 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. I-Roots band.
When: Noon-2 a.m.
Details: See July 27
Cannon River Winery
Singer Andrew Walesch provides live entertainment. Walesch sings Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin covers along with many of his own.
When: 2-5 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Treasure Island
Them Pesky Kids entertains at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
When: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Parlay Lounge
Cost: Free
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Sunday July 29
Wabasha Riverboat Days
Today’s activities include 8 a.m. Yoga in the Park; 8 a.m. Dog Days of Summer – Dock Jumping Event; noon kickball tournament; and noon to 4 p.m. beer sales.
When: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Details: See July 27
Little Log House Antique Power Show
Relive childhood memories or create new ones while visiting the restored Pioneer Village and antique show.
When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Details: See July 27
Reggae Festival
Today’s music will be provided by 9Tomorrows.
When: Noon-4 p.m.
Details: See July 27
Cannon River Winery
Singer Andrew Walesch provides live entertainment. Walesch sings Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin covers along with many of his own.
When: 2-5 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Mississippi National Golf Links
Enjoy dinner and sounds from the Classic Big Band and Nostalgics vocal quartet.
When: 5 p.m.
Where: 409 Golf Links Drive
Cost: $30, free for kids ages 12 and under
More info: Jerry Borgen 651-380-8960
Tuesday July 31
University of Wisconsin-River Falls summer concerts
The annual outdoor summer concert series, "Chill on the Hill," continues on campus at UW-River Falls with Afrobeat/reggae provided by Yawo.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Melvin Wall Amphitheatre on the University of Wisconsin-River Falls campus, along the South Fork of the Kinnickinnic River
Cost: Free
More info: Karyn Wells at 715-425-4444
Zumbrota Concerts in the Park
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy live entertainment from the Rochester Big Band. There will be free ice cream provided by the Zumbrota Rotary Club. The bands are sponsored by area businesses and the Zumbrota Economic Development Authority. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at the State Theatre.
When: 7-8:30 p.m.
Where: East Park, E. Sixth Street, Zumbrota
Cost: Free
Wednesday Aug. 1
Concerts in the Park
Patchouli will play live music. Nationally touring, award winning songwriter Julie Patchouli and master guitarist Bruce Hecksel light up the air with sparkling acoustic sounds and their powerful contagious chemistry.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Central Park Band Shell, 400 West Ave.
More info: www.patchouli.net
Thursday Aug. 2
Live music
Siouxsie West will perform mellow, acoustic classic rock.
When: 6-9 p.m.
Where: The Brickhouse Pub & Grille, 433 Main St. Red Wing
Cost: Free
More info: 651-388-9999
Hobgoblin Music
The Young Peoples’ Summer Theatre Intensive presents “Faith,” performed by older students.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Hobgoblin Music Loft, 920 Highway 19
More info: 651-388-8400 or 877-866-3936
Sheldon Theatre
Enjoy a movie musical evening with the 2004 version of “The Phantom of the Opera.”
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Sheldon Theatre, 443 W. Third St.
Cost: $5
More info: 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759, or www.sheldontheatre.org.
Friday Aug. 3
River City Days
Celebrate Red Wing’s premier summer festival, the 30th annual River City Days. Today’s activities at Bay Point Park include 3-10 p.m. Taste of Red Wing; kid’s activities 4-8 p.m. Kids Kraft “You Paint Em,” carnival games, ride the Happy Hills Express Train, moonwalk, dunk tank, nine hole mini golf course, live goldfish game, bungee trampoline, cookie spinner art and Chemical Health Initiative games; and live music 1-4 p.m. Boat House Band, 5-8 p.m. Generation Country, and 9-midnight Stiletto.
When: 1 p.m.-midnight
Where: Bay Point Park, Red Wing
Cost: Free
More info: www.rivercitydays.org
Cruisin’ Days
Take a Friday evening cruise on scenic country roads with the Cannon Cruisers Car Club, and then join in the fun and excitement of the Annual Fireman's Street Dance from 8 p.m. to midnight in downtown Cannon Falls. Music will be performed by Uncle Chuck, playing a wide variety of music.
When: 7 p.m.-midnight
Where: Cannon Falls Firehall
Cost: Dance tickets $10 adult, $5 ages 12 and under
More info: 507-263-2289 or www.cannonfalls.org
Hobgoblin Music
The Young Peoples’ Summer Theatre Intensive presents “Charlotte’s Web,” performed by younger students.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Hobgoblin Music Loft, 920 Highway 19
More info: 651-388-8400 or 877-866-3936
Crossings at Carnegie
Elegant chanteuse Prudence Johnson and guitar extraordinaire Dean Magraw will provide live entertainment.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota
Cost: $20 in advance, $22 at the door
More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com
Treasure Island
Stimulus Package entertains at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
When: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Parlay Lounge
Cost: Free
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Saturday Aug. 4
River City Days
Today’s activities at Bay Point Park include 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Bearing Burner’s Car Show; 9 a.m. River City Shootout; 9 a.m. 3-on-3 basketball tournament; 9 a.m. K-Wing-It Bean Bag Championship; noon Elks Beer Tent; 3-10 p.m. Taste of Red Wing; kid’s activities 4-8 p.m. Kids Kraft with “You Paint Em,” carnival games, Happy Hills Express Train, moonwalk, dunk tank, nine hole mini golf course, live goldfish game, bungee trampoline, cookie spinner art and Chemical Health Initiative games; 4-7 p.m. KCUE Karaoke and live music 8 p.m.-midnight from the Pearl Brothers. Levee Park features a 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Art and Craft Fair, live music 12:30 to 2 p.m. from smooth jazz guitarist “Boday” and food stands.
When: All day
Details See Aug. 3
Red Wing Farmers Market
Red Wing's Saturday Farmers Market has live musical entertainment and other special features in addition to the fresh produce, vegetables and flowers. Music will start around 10 a.m. and be provided by David Carpenter & Band playing country music. Check out rug loom weaving with Cindy Hilsgen, an experienced weaver from Stockholm, Wis., as she gives demonstrations on her floor loom.
When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Red Wing Train Depot, 420 Levee St.
Cruisin’ Days and Truck Show
Visit the Classic Car Show at Hannah's Bend Park. Enjoy Music of the 1950s and 60s, door prizes, sway and flea market.
When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Hannah’s Bend Park
Cost: $3 adults, $1 seniors, free for ages 12 and under
More info: www.cannoncruiserscarclub.com
Dog Days of Stockholm
Hightail it to a dog-friendly festival along the banks of beautiful Lake Pepin. Meet rescued dogs in need of permanent homes. Enter your dog in the Best Smile contest. Watch agility demos and see a Border Collie herd ducks. Visit pet-related vendors and exhibits. It’s a good time in lovely surroundings for both people and dogs.
When: All day
Where: Stockholm Village Park, off the Great River Road and Spring Street, Stockholm
Cost: $5
More info: www.dogdaysofstockholm.com
Parrot-head Party
The Harbor Bar hosts a day of live music including the duo Jambo & Amy M. from noon to 4 p.m., Sonny Ray from 4 to 8 p.m. and Stoney Savanna from 8 p.m. to midnight. There will also be a limbo contest at 4 p.m.
When: Noon-midnight
Where: The Harbor Bar, N673 825th St., Hager City
More info: 715-792-2417 or www.harborbar.net
Barn Fest
Red House Records presents Barn Fest. Enjoy a full day of some of the best singer/songwriters in folk and roots music. The popular summer music festival takes place in the beautiful setting at Hobgoblin Music's outdoor amphitheater. The lineup includes Lucy Kaplansky, Bill Staines, Drew Nelson, Dean Magraw, Willie Murphy, Natilia Zukerman, The High 48’s, Black Audience and the Minnesota Songwriter Spotlight with Red House's own Jon Rodine. The family friendly event will also feature “KIDFEST” with music performances as well as activities for kids of all ages.
When: 1-7:30 p.m.
Where: Hobgoblin Music Loft, 920 Highway 19
Cost: $25 in advance, $30 at the gate, free for ages 12 and under
More info: 651-388-8400 or 877-866-3936 or www.redhouserecords.com/barnfest.html
Crossings at Carnegie
An artists’ reception for Bud Bullivant and Julie Greenwood will be held.
When: 4 p.m.
Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota
Cost: Free
More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com
Treasure Island
Stimulus Package entertains at Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
When: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Parlay Lounge
Cost: Free
More info: 877-849-1640 or www.ticasino.com
Sunday Aug. 5
River City Days
Today’s activities include an 8 a.m. pancake breakfast with Sturdiwheat Pancake Flipping Contest; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. pie and ice cream social in Central Park; 1 p.m. Rotary Grande Parade; 2:30 p.m. Sheldon Brass Band Concert in Central Park; food stands; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Arts & Crafts Show; noon to 7 p.m. Elks Beer Tent at Bay Point; noon to 6 p.m. kids’ activities including “Figurine Painting” under the Kids Kraft Tent, Hills Express Train, moonwalk and dunk tank; 7 p.m. Red Wing Royal Ambassadors coronation at the Red Wing High School; and 9:30 p.m. Coronation Ball at the Elk’s Lodge.
When: All day
Details See Aug. 3
Zumbrota State Theatre
Check out Z-PalooZa. Local talent includes Tat Thompson, the Usual Suspects, Mostly Ghosts with Logan Langley, Seb's Medicine, Avonne Lindeman and Hannah Watkins.
When: 3-6 p.m.
Where: 88 E. Fourth St., Zumbrota
Cost: $15 adults, $10 for ages 18 and under
More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com
— Compiled by Stacy Bengs, staff writer
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