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May 2019
Llama Trek at the Minnesota Zoo
You “herd” right! In the summer of 2019, llamas will be making their debut at the Minnesota Zoo. Llama Trek, the special experience along the Northern Trail, will allow guests to walk among free-roaming llamas. The seasonal space will feature other South American animals—guinea pigs and flightless birds known as rheas—and highlight the Minnesota Zoo’s efforts to support wild chinchilla conservation in Chile. With minimal separation from the animals, guests will get a great opportunity to observe llamas lunching, llamas…
Find out more »August 2019
Mamma Mia! at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
One mom. One daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget!ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs…
Find out more »Minnesota Renaissance Festival
You’re invited to step back in time and experience an uncommon event truly like no other. The country’s largest Renaissance-themed festival is a rousing event that will delightfully engage and entertain you as the festival grounds are transformed into a 16th century village, complete with hundreds of unique characters. You’re encouraged to dress the part, too! The authentic village is filled with costumed characters such as peasants, nobles and royal courtiers. On 16 lively stages you’ll find magicians, musicians, comedians,…
Find out more »Caponi Art Park Summer Performance Series
The Summer Performance Series provides the community with access to music, theater and dance performances by artists of diverse ethnic and artistic backgrounds. For 2019 CAP is switching roles from presenter to co-creator and working with the artists, an intercultural consultant and community members to create immersive experiences for the audience that go beyond a single art form or culture. Artist members of Electric Machete Studios will create a site-specific immersive experience featuring contemporary and experimental work rooted in traditional Latinx and Indigenous…
Find out more »Minnesota Vikings vs. Seattle Seahawks Preseason Game
Watch the Minnesota Vikings take on the Seattle Seahawks during this preseason match up at U.S. Bank Stadium!
Find out more »Market Fest
Find fresh produce, locally made food products, fine arts and fun! Learn about healthy-living and enjoy live entertainment, cooking demonstrations, and more from one of the top voted Farmers Markets in Minnesota. Entertainment Craig Clark Band: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Activities Art House on the Go American Red Cross Blood Drive Kid's POP (Power of Produce) Club
Find out more »Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair is always 12 Days of Fun Ending Labor Day - Aug. 22 to Sept. 2, 2019! This year is a can't-miss. See the best of the best in animal competitions, 900+ free shows and 100+ acts, tons to learn, see and do, 11 nights of Grandstand shows, endless shopping, 500 different foods and so much more. This is the Great Minnesota Get-Together and our state's favorite tradition! See you there!
Find out more »Minnesota Renaissance Festival
You’re invited to step back in time and experience an uncommon event truly like no other. The country’s largest Renaissance-themed festival is a rousing event that will delightfully engage and entertain you as the festival grounds are transformed into a 16th century village, complete with hundreds of unique characters. You’re encouraged to dress the part, too! The authentic village is filled with costumed characters such as peasants, nobles and royal courtiers. On 16 lively stages you’ll find magicians, musicians, comedians,…
Find out more »CAP Super Saturdays
Caponi Art Park is excited to announce its newest family-friendly program, CAP Super Saturdays, sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota. This series of six 2-hour long events will be held on Saturday mornings, June – September 2019. At each of the interactive events professional artists will engage participants in movement, music, dance, and art activities. The events will also feature activities that get participants hiking on park trails and a healthy snack will be provided. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch and stay…
Find out more »Minnesota Vikings vs. Arizona Cardinals Preseason Game
Watch the Minnesota Vikings take on the Arizona Cardinals during this preseason match-up at U.S. Bank Stadium!
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