Kids & Family
Events
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The Fabulous Armadillos, one of Minnesota’s most-booked party bands, hit Lewis Street for the next-to-last night of the 2026 Rhythm on the Rails series. Their party-band show pulls from decades of rock, pop, country, and R&B hits, with full horns, harmonies, and a stage presence built for big outdoor crowds. It’s the loudest, danciest night... |
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The Shakopee Shockwaves put on a free waterski show at Quarry Lake Park, with skiers showcasing jumps, tricks, pyramids, and barefoot skiing in a family-friendly exhibition on the water. The pre-show starts at 6:20 p.m. and the main show begins at 7 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. Admission is free, and... |
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Beagles sprint down the track between live horse races, with each day's winners advancing toward the Best in Show Championship on Labor Day weekend. It's also Pepsi Family Day, with face painting, pony rides, and the arcade. |
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Night to Unite turns Prior Lake into a few hundred small neighborhood parties, with squad cars, fire engines, and city leaders making the rounds from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. This year’s donation drive supports Southern Valley Alliance. |
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The rescheduled Rhythm on the Rails finale: Martin Zellar’s full-band Neil Diamond tribute takes over Lewis Street in downtown Shakopee. Free, 6 to 9 p.m., food trucks on site. |
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The Shockwaves ski team puts on a free show at Quarry Lake Park with jumps, pyramids, and barefoot skiing. Pre-show at 6:20 p.m., main show at 7, bring a lawn chair. |
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An EcoElsa naturalist leads preschoolers through the plants and animals of Jeffers Pond Park, with tactile activities, games, art, and time to roam. Ages 3 to 6, one adult per child.
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Downtown turns into a free family festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.: live music, food trucks, a Kids Zone with a bounce house and rock climb, and a cookie eating contest.
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Corgis sprint down the Canterbury track between live horse races, and Pepsi Family Day brings face painting and pony rides for the kids. |
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Cleary Lake puts its whole boathouse fleet on the sand to try for free: paddleboats, kayaks, canoes, and SUPs, plus the Readmobile. |
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Outdoor worship and s'mores around the fire in the SOLLC courtyard. The summer series wraps up with its final two evenings, August 12 and 26. |
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A community market celebrating youth artistry and craftsmanship. Browse and purchase unique handmade items created by young artists and crafters in the Prior Lake area.
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Jumps, tricks, pyramids, and barefoot skiing in a free family show on the water. Pre-show at 6:20, main show at 7; bring a blanket or lawn chair.
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Kids 5 to 12 take on a muddy obstacle course at Lakefront Park, running it as many times as they want inside their 30 minute slot. $18; register with the city by August 12 (the 10 a.m. session is already full). |
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Roasted corn and elote, live music, and a corn-eating contest, Saturdays and Sundays through August 30 at Valleyfair. Included with park admission. |
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Savage's park series sets up at the Community Park pickleball courts with free ice cream, yard games, and classic rock from New Vintage Acoustic. |
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Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools kicks off its 75th school year with the 3rd annual Back-to-School Celebration on the Prior Lake High School grounds. Food trucks, bouncy houses, face painting, games,...
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The Shakopee Shockwaves put on a free waterski show at Quarry Lake Park, with skiers showcasing jumps, tricks, pyramids, and barefoot skiing in a family-friendly exhibition on the water. The...
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Grandparents and grandchildren picnic, play lawn games, and paddleboat at Cleary Lake. Comic stunt juggler Tuey performs from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Bring your own food and drink.
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The Shakopee Shockwaves put on a free waterski show at Quarry Lake Park, with skiers showcasing jumps, tricks, pyramids, and barefoot skiing in a family-friendly exhibition on the water. The pre-show starts at 6:20 p.m. and the main show begins at 7 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. Admission is free, and...
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Kids move between dinosaur-themed sensory stations: volcano slime, dino print painting, and fossil digging. Ages 1 to 6, caregiver required.
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Bring the kids and leave chalk welcome-back messages for Prior Lake teachers at Twin Oaks before the first day of school. Chalk provided. |
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