Valleyfair Opening Day (50th Anniversary Season)
2026-05-10 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Valleyfair, 1 Valleyfair Dr, Shakopee, MN, 55379, United States
Valleyfair kicks off its 2026 season on Sunday, May 10 with Opening Day, marking the park’s 50th anniversary. Gates are open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The day brings back fan-favorite coasters Wild Thing, Renegade, High Roller, and Steel Venom alongside family attractions in Planet Snoopy, plus the park’s full lineup of food and merchandise. Beginning May 23, the new Superior Shores Waterpark opens with new tube slides and a family-friendly lagoon featuring eight kid-size slides, in addition to returning water attractions.
Season passes include unlimited visits, free parking, in-park discounts, and entertainment access. For hours, tickets, and season pass options, visit valleyfair.enchantedparks.com.

Friday Night Pinball at Northstar Pinball Collective
2026-05-29 17:00 - 22:00 | Northstar Pinball Collective, 5636 W 125th St, Savage, MN, 55378, United States
Northstar Pinball Collective hosts Friday Night Pinball on Friday, May 29 in Savage. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and tournament play starts at 7:00 p.m. Entry is $20 for all-you-can-play, plus $5 per tournament that goes toward the prize pool. Two tournaments run concurrently.
The Stern Army Group Matchplay runs from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., alternating between modern and classic games, with no new round starting after 9:30. The top half advances to a head-to-head best-of-3 bracket final, and there is a Stern translite raffle giveaway.
A Womxn’s Mock State Tourney runs alongside it as a head-to-head best-of-3 bracket, with the high seed choosing the first game for finals.
Open to players of all skill levels and to spectators. Free and open to the public to watch.

Lakefront Music Fest Pre Party
2026-06-02 16:30 - 19:30 | Charlie’s On Prior, 3950 Green Heights Trl SW, Prior Lake, MN, United States
K102’s Amy James hosts a free Lakefront Music Fest preview party at Charlie’s On Prior on Tuesday, June 2. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. for two hours of giveaways and pre-fest hype.
Prize drawings include Lakefront Music Fest tickets, artist Meet & Greets, Charlie’s merchandise, and a Stay N Play package from Mystic Lake Casino Hotel. Arrive early — the bigger the crowd, the better the odds.
Free to attend. Open to the public.

Golf Day Minnesota
2026-06-06 08:00 - 22:00 | LaunchPad, 2340 Park Pl NW, Prior Lake, MN, United States
Golf Day Minnesota is a statewide celebration of the game, and LaunchPad Golf and The Meadows at Mystic Lake are marking the day with giveaways, games, and on-course activities. Book a tee time at The Meadows at Mystic Lake to enjoy giveaways and games right on the course, or reserve a suite at LaunchPad Golf for games, food and drinks, and giveaways throughout the day. The event runs all day Saturday, June 6, in partnership with the Minnesota Golf Association.
Reserve a tee time at The Meadows: bit.ly/40xJ4mMBook a suite at LaunchPad Golf: bit.ly/4tsyBYR

AMMA: Armored Cage Fighting
2026-06-13 18:00 - 22:00 | Canterbury Park, 1100 Canterbury Park Rd S, Shakopee, MN, 55379, United States
Armored Medieval Martial Arts comes to the Canterbury Park Event Center in Shakopee on Saturday, June 13. Fighters from around the world face off in an iron cage with swords, maces and shields for a night of full-contact medieval combat. The event runs from 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets and full details are available through the event organizer.

Battle of the Barrels
2026-06-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Canterbury Park, 1100 Canterbury Park Rd S, Shakopee, MN, 55379, United States
Top cowgirls from across the region go head-to-head in barrel racing at Canterbury Park, racing against the clock where every turn and every second decides who takes home the buckle and the cash.
Come early for the pre-party featuring live music, a Busch Light Happy Hour, a Vendor Sip and Shop, games, and more. Stay after the racing for live music and a Pure Adrenaline FMX freestyle motocross show.
Tickets are available now.

Summer Car Show at Walmart Shakopee - CANCELLED
2026-06-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Walmart Supercenter Shakopee, 8101 Old Carriage Ct, Shakopee, Minnesota, 55379, United States
SpoolCity Car Club hosts their 4th annual Summer Car Show at the Walmart parking lot in Shakopee. Enjoy food, a trophy contest, and a limbo contest. Walmart will sell water and soda with proceeds donated to Gillette Children’s Hospital. Show runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Ribbon Cutting: Prior Lake Dental
2026-06-24 11:30 - 12:00 | Prior Lake Dental, 14093 Commerce Ave NE, Prior Lake, MN, 55372, USA
Prior Lake Dental celebrates the grand re-opening of its newly renovated office with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 24 at 11:30 a.m. Tour the updated space at 14093 Commerce Ave NE, meet the team, and learn about the services and patient experience offered at Prior Lake Dental. Hosted with the Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce and open to the community.

Line Dance Party at Club Prior
2026-06-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Prior Lake Library – Club Prior, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave SE, Prior Lake, MN, United States
Club Prior hosts a one-night line dance party on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The event runs from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, with two hours of instruction at the absolute beginner to high beginner level, followed by open dance from 7:00 to 8:00 PM.
Cost is $10. Walk-ins are welcome, or register in advance by emailing Ethan at etracy@priorlakemn.gov or stopping by Club Prior, located in the same building as the Prior Lake Library.
Questions: 612-290-9381.

Taste of Canterbury: Tacos & Tequila
2026-06-27 16:30 - 20:00 | Canterbury Park, 1100 Canterbury Park Rd S, Shakopee, MN, 55379, United States
Canterbury Park’s Taste of Canterbury series continues with a Tacos & Tequila tasting experience trackside on Saturday, June 27. Chef-inspired Mexican dishes are paired with handcrafted cocktails featuring Don Julio tequila, all alongside an evening of live racing.
The event runs 4:30 to 8 p.m. Don Julio sampling is offered from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., food stations are open from 5 to 7 p.m., and the first race goes off at 5 p.m.

Dinner on the Prairie - July 7th
2026-07-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club, 2920 220th St E, Prior Lake, MN, 55372, United States
Dinner on the Prairie A Five-Course Outdoor Culinary Experience Picture this: The sun begins to dip below the horizon, casting golden light across the prairie grasslands. A beautifully set table waits in the middle of the field. Glasses clink. Smoke drifts from the grill. Then comes the first course – thoughtfully prepared, locally inspired, and unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Now imagine that feeling five times in a row. Join us at The Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club for an unforgettab

Dinner on the Prairie - July 8th
2026-07-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club, 2920 220th St E, Prior Lake, MN, 55372, United States

Ribbon Cutting: DeniseStyled.Me
2026-07-21 11:30 - 12:00 | MN
DeniseStyled.Me celebrates the opening of its new space with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July 21 at 11:30 a.m. Meet Denise, tour the new location, and connect with fellow community members as the Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce marks this milestone. See business.priorlakechamber.com for location details.
