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
Sheldon at Fairview
Lauren Pelon plays for the Arts for Your Health concert series presented by the Sheldon Theatre at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing. Performing music from the first to the 21st centuries on over 25 ancient and modern instruments and vocals, Pelon's compositions and arrangements have been featured in her solo concerts, with the Philadelphia String Quartet, and with symphony orchestras.
When: 12:05 p.m.
Where: Garden View Cafe
Cost: Free
First Thursday Fun Fest
The one-block portion of Mill Street between Fourth Street and the Cannon River Winery will be closed to traffic from 4 to 8 p.m. Over 30 vendors featuring booths with a variety of merchandise, face-painting, concessions and live music from world-class saxophonist Samuel DeMoraes. Try the dunk tank, a new feature this month from the Cannon Falls Police Department, money raised at the event will go to the local food shelf.
When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
Loud & Local
As part of Red Wing’s River City Days, six local bands compete in the annual music competition. The event is sponsored by the Red Wing High School Student Council.
When: 6-10 p.m.
Where: Entertainment Tent, Bay Point Park
Live music
Siouxsie West will perform mellow, acoustic classic rock.
When: 6-9 p.m.
Where: 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 include 3 to 10 p.m. Taste of Red Wing; 4 to 8 p.m. Kids Kraft, carnival games, Happy Hills Express Train, nine-hole miniature golf; and live music 1 to 4 p.m. Boat House Band, 5 to 8 p.m. Generation Country, and 9 p.m. to midnight Stiletto.
When: 1 p.m.-midnight
Where: Bay Point Park
Cost: Free
More info: www.rivercitydays.org
Cruisin’ Days
Take a Friday evening cruise on scenic country roads with the Cannon Cruisers Car Club, then join in the fun of the annual Fireman's Street Dance 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 Fire Hall
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 guitarist Dean Magraw 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. to 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; 3 to 10 p.m. Taste of Red Wing; kid’s activities 4 to 8 p.m.; 4 to 7 p.m. KCUE Karaoke; 8 p.m. to midnight music by the Pearl Brothers. The Levee Park features a craft show, plus 12:30 to 2 p.m. smooth jazz guitarist Boday.
When: All day
Details See Aug. 3
Red Wing Farmer’s Market
Red Wing's Saturday Farmers Market has live musical entertainment and other special features in addition to the fresh produce, vegetables and flowers. David Carpenter & Band will play country music starting at 10 a.m.. Cindy Hilsgen, an experienced rug loom weaver from Stockholm, Wis., will demonstrate her craft.
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 1950s and 1960s.
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. The event is hosted by Pat Kessler of WCCO, and his pug Shelby. 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: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
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 holds 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 folk and roots music. The lineup includes Lucy Kaplansky, Bill Staines, Drew Nelson, Dean Magraw, Willie Murphy, Natilia Zukerman, The High 48s, Black Audience and 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
Widespot PAC
Experience the musical duo Dreamland Faces, with Karen Majewicz on accordion and Andy McCormick on musical saw. The two play live accompaniment to two classic old-time silent films.
When: 7 p.m.
Details: See Spotlight
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 in Central Park; 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 featuring 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
Tuesday Aug. 7
Goodhue County Fair
Goodhue County’s annual fair includes lots of animals, fun, games and food, food, food. A local tradition since 1859, the celebration was a way for county pioneers to showcase their agricultural and homemaking activities – and stands the same way today. Today’s events include the entrance of open class exhibits, 5 p.m. carnival, 7 p.m. Phone Texting Contest and 7 p.m. Lawn Mower Derby.
When: 1-7 p.m.
Where: fairgrounds, a half-mile north of Zumbrota on County Road 6
More info: www.goodhuecountyfair.com
University of Wisconsin-River Falls summer concerts
The annual outdoor summer concert series "Chill on the Hill" continues on the University of Wisconsin-River Falls campus with funk/rock group Shoeless Revolution and jazzers Luna and the Sunbrothers.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Melvin Wall Amphitheatre along the South Fork of the Kinnickinnic River. In case of rain, the concert will be in the Falcon’s Nest in the University Center.
Cost: Free
More info: Karyn Wells at 715-425-4444
Wednesday Aug. 8
Goodhue County Fair
Today’s activities include 9 a.m. to noon special activities for registered day cares; 10 a.m. balloon artist David Olson; 6 p.m. live country music by Dave Carpenter & Friends; 6:30 p.m. Adult Chocolate Baked Desert Contest; and demolition derby.
When: All day
Details See Aug. 7
Thursday Aug. 9
Goodhue County Fair
Today’s activities include the carnival; 2 p.m. judging “Call Me Martha” craft competition; 3 p.m. Red Cup contest; 4:30 p.m. Pudding Pie vontest; 5 p.m. cow milking contest; 6 and 8 p.m. live music from the Ray Sands Band; 6:30 p.m. tractor and truck pulls; and 7:30 p.m. Ugly Hat Contest.
When: All day
Details See Aug. 7
Pierce County Fair
The Pierce County Fair packs hundreds of exhibits, educational opportunities and top-notch entertainment into four days. Today’s activities include 1, 3 and 5:30 p.m. Wenatchee Youth Circus; live music from Billy Russell and Coal Train Express; noon and 2 p.m. professional zaniac Alex Zerbe; noon and 2 p.m. kid’s pedal tractor pull; 4 and 8:30 p.m. hypnotist Ron Stubbs.
When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: fairgrounds, 364 N. Maple St., Ellsworth
Cost: $5 daily, $10 seasonal pass
More info: www.co.pierce.wi.us
Sheldon Theatre
Enjoy a movie musical evening with the 1978 hit “Grease.”
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 443 W. Third St.
Cost: $5
More info: 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759, or www.sheldontheatre.org.
Friday Aug. 10
Pierce County Fair
Today’s activities include 1, 3, 5:30 p.m. Wenatchee Youth Circus; noon and 2 p.m. professional zaniac Alex Zerbe; live music from Billy Russell and Coal Train Express; noon and 2 p.m. kid’s pedal tractor pull; 4 and 8 p.m. hypnotist Ron Stubbs; and 6:30 entertainment from the Seahawks Blue Thunder a drumline.
When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Details: See Aug. 9
Goodhue County Fair
Today’s activities include the carnival; 1 p.m. card game/tournament; 3 p.m. fashion show; 4:15 and 7 p.m. live music by Brother Music Sister Rythmn; 5:30 p.m. Zumbrota Dance Studio cloggers; and 8:30 p.m. live entertainment from Lost Highway for $10.
When: All day
Details See Aug. 7
Treasure Island
Westside 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. 11
Red Wing Farmer’s 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. with the Bald Eagles, a local Dixieland band. Children will be able to build veggie mobiles in an activity led by Reggie McCullough.
When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Red Wing Train Depot, 420 Levee St.
Goodhue County Fair
Today’s activities include 1 to 4 p.m. kid’s activities including balloon artist David Olson; 1 p.m. scavenger hunt for kids; 2 p.m. healthful afternoon snacks; 3 p.m. coin find for kids up to 8 years old; and 5 p.m. live music by Three’s Accord.
When: All day
Details See Aug. 7
Pierce County Fair
Today’s activities include noon Jeweled Scarab Dance; 12:30 p.m. on-site doll-making contest; live music from Billy Russell, Whirlwind and Coal Train Express; 6 p.m. Horse Pie Eating Contest.
When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Details: See Aug. 9
Cannon River Winery
Singers Tony Williams and Andrew Walesch provide live entertainment. Williams’ solo performance features a variety of classical, flamenco, and jazz originals as well as some Americana/Classic cover songs. Walesch sings Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin covers along with many of his own. A complimentary shuttle runs from the winery to the vineyard.
When: 1-8 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: $5 vineyard admission, music is free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Crossings at Carnegie
Vocalist Mary Jane Alm will perform.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: 320 East Ave., Zumbrota
Cost: $16 in advance, $18 at the door
More info: 507-732-7616 or www.crossingsatcarnegie.com
Treasure Island
Westside 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. 12
Pierce County Fair
Today’s activities include 8 a.m. bread baking contest; 2 p.m. live entertainment from the Puyallup Community Band; and 2 p.m. Small Livestock Costume Contest.
When: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Details: See Aug. 9
Goodhue County Fair
Today’s activities include the carnival; 9:30 a.m. church service; noon Ranch Rodeo hosted by the Bear Valley Riders; noon FFA tractor driving contest; 1:30 p.m. Mutton Bustin in the horse arena; and 2 p.m. salsa contest.
When: All day
Details See Aug. 7
Summer Car Cruze-Ins
The River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau will hold Car Cruze-Ins. Classic cars, rat rods, motorcycles and other show vehicles are welcome. Bring a vehicle or just come to enjoy downtown River Falls and live music, food, shopping and various prizes.
When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Downtown River Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 715-425-2533 or www.rfchamber.com
Cannon River Winery
Singer Andrew Walesch provides live entertainment. Walesch sings Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin covers along with many of his own. When: noon-3 p.m.
Where: 421 Mill St., Cannon Falls
Cost: Free
More info: 507-263-7400 or www.cannonriverwinery.com
Red Wing Arts Association
Red Wing Arts Association hosts “Kinship of Rivers: Making Flags for the Mississippi and Yangtze Rivers.”
When: 2-5 p.m.
Where: Depot Gallery, 418 Levee St.
Cost: Free
More info: www.kinshipofrivers.org
— Compiled by Stacy Bengs, staff writer
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