Local Events
Stars & Stripes Days
JULY 3–4, 2021 | Pequot Lakes, MN Celebrate our nation’s independence at the Pequot Lakes Stars and Stripes Days in Trailside Park honoring our heritage with food vendors, music, games, parade, and fireworks. On July 3, try your hand at the bean bag tournament or listen to live music. Once the sun sets, the spectacular fireworks burst into the night sky. On July 4, come for the all-you-can-eat Pequot Lakes fireman pancakes, kids’ games, craft fair, and the Stars and Stripes Parade!
Bean Hole Days
JULY 13–14, 2021 | Pequot Lakes, MN Join in the historic Bean Hole Days, which dates back to 1938. Business owners asked local farmers to come into town for the day, and they served the farmers beans that baked overnight in the ground as part of a community event. Today, Bean Hole Days is a reminder and celebration of Pequot Lakes’ history serving over 3,000 hungry visitors. The Burying of the Beans ceremony begins July 13 and is accompanied by a community picnic. Lines form early on July 14 for free beans. Purchase a Bean Hole Days mug and head to the front of the “Fast Pass for Gas” line or go through the drive thru for some rootin’ tootin’ good beans!
hand crafted arts and crafts, bazaar and flea market, a Corn Hole Tournament and live entertainment make this a fun family-friendly event.
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WinterFest
FEB. 3–5, 2022 | Crosslake, MN Have cabin fever? Crosslake has the cure. Celebrate Winterfest, a threeday festival for old-fashioned winter fun. Beginning Thursday, daily clues are released for the Lost Medallion Hunt with more than $1,000 in prizes. Friday, there’s a kick-off party at the Crosslake Community Center with fun for everyone: sledding, skating, horse-drawn wagon rides, s’mores, and a huge bonfire and fireworks! Saturday is a full day of activities with helicopter rides (weather permitting), cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and Italian Olympics. You’ll find deals and discounts all over town. With a snowmobile trail running right through town, stop in to participating businesses to warm up and get free soup as part of the annual SoupFest. Don’t forget to vote for which business has the best soup—pride and a golden ladle trophy are on the line!
STARS & STRIPES DAYS
BEAN HOLE DAYS
St. Patrick's Day Parade MARCH 19, 2022 | Crosslake, MN
If you haven’t experienced Crosslake’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, you’re missing out on the best parade in the state (WCCO-TV’s Viewers’ Choice for Best Parade in Minnesota)! One visit and you’ll come back year-after-year. The Crosslake community rallies around this family friendly event. Float after float is buzzing with activity, music, and candy. While the parade is the highlight of the weekend, you can also take in the Clover Dash 5K. If you chase the clues to find the Lost Pot O Gold, you could find yourself donning a basket FULL of gifts courtesy of Crosslake Chamber member businesses! Local shops and restaurants offer deals on green beer and corned beef, sweatshirts and décor! End the night dancing away at one of the area establishments with live music and more! Make the Crosslake St. Patrick’s Day Parade your next tradition.
CROSSLAKE DAYS
Crosslake's St. Pat's
Day Parade Named Best in State by WCCO!
Trailside Park in the center of town is teaming with people visiting craft vendors, playing games, and enjoying free beans.
Crosslake Days
SEPT. 23–25 2021 | Crosslake, MN Visit in September and attend the annual Crosslake Days celebration. Crosslake is beautiful in the fall as the trees burst into hues of auburn and amber. The crisp air is the perfect backdrop to cool the heat of the chili cook-off contest. Taste the free samples and vote for your favorite. Local businesses compete for the coveted trophies and for bragging rights! A missing chili pepper hunt, outdoor movies, kids’ games, shopping deals,
WINTERFEST
ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE