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  • Canterbury Fireworks Spectacular

    Live Music
    Canterbury Park 1100 Canterbury Park Rd S, Shakopee, MN

    Canterbury Park kicks off Independence Day weekend on Friday, July 3 with one of Minnesota's biggest fireworks displays. The evening pairs live horse racing with live music, ice-cold brews, classic hot dogs, and plenty of room to sit back and take in the show. The Gift Shop will be stocked with patriotic gear. Fireworks follow...

  • Great Scott Classic Bike Ride

    Fitness/Wellness
    Lakefront Park 5000 Kop Pkwy SE, Prior Lake, MN

    The Great Scott Cycling Club hosts its Classic Bike Ride on Saturday, July 4, a fully supported Independence Day ride through Scott County's countryside. All routes start and end at...

    $20 – $35

  • Prior Lake Farmers Market

    Market / Shopping
    Downtown Prior Lake Main Ave SE, Prior Lake, MN

    Prior Lake Farmers Market runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in downtown Prior Lake. Expect the usual lineup: fresh produce, baked goods, locally tapped maple syrup, handmade soaps and bath products, hand-crafted candies, food trucks, coffee baristas, and live music. The market doubles as a community hangout. Throughout the season they pair...

  • Prior Lake Firecracker 5k

    Kids & Family
    Cleary Lake Regional Park 18106 Texas Avenue, Prior Lake, MN

    The first annual Prior Lake Firecracker 5k starts the Fourth of July at Cleary Lake Regional Park on Saturday, July 4 at 8 a.m. The family friendly run and walk...

  • 4th of July Boat Parade

    Outdoor & Recreation
    Lakefront Park 5000 Kop Pkwy SE, Prior Lake, MN

    The ever-popular 4th of July Boat Parade returns to Prior Lake on Saturday, July 4. Decorated boats convene on Upper Prior Lake near the docks at Charlie's on Prior, where a brief judging period begins at 1 p.m. From there, the Sheriff's boat leads the fleet under the Hwy 21 bridge, through the channel, and...

  • Wiener Dog Races

    Kids & Family
    Canterbury Park 1100 Canterbury Park Rd S, Shakopee, MN

    Canterbury Park rings in the Fourth of July with its annual Wiener Dog Races and a day of star-spangled fun. Admission is $2.50 plus tax, with $2.50 food and beverage specials all day. Highlights include giveaways with 250 free $2 wagers, a hot dog eating contest, and the dachshund races themselves. Festivities run from 1...

  • DJ Diesel at Charlie’s on Prior

    Music
    Charlie's On Prior 3950 Green Heights Trl SW, Prior Lake, MN

    DJ Diesel takes over Charlie's on Prior for a 4th of July party on Saturday, July 4 from 1 to 5 p.m. Expect a high-energy afternoon set, cold drinks, and a lakeside crowd ready to celebrate Independence Day. Charlie's is running food and drink specials all week for the holiday. Grab your crew, wear your...

  • CANCELLED – ROCK AND ROCKETS

    Live Music
    Mystic Lake Casino Hotel 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd NW, Prior Lake, MN

    Mystic Lake’s free Fourth of July celebration returns with live music, local food trucks, and a fireworks show. Rock and Rockets runs from 7 to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, in the outdoor area between Mystic Lake and Little Six. Fireworks begin around 10 p.m. Free and family-friendly.

  • Star Spangled Night at Valleyfair

    Kids & Family
    Valleyfair 1 Valleyfair Dr, Shakopee, MN

    Valleyfair caps off the Fourth of July with Star Spangled Night, a high-energy patriotic fireworks show choreographed to an upbeat soundtrack. The fireworks light up the sky at 9:45 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. The show is included with regular park admission, so you can spend the whole day riding coasters and racing down waterslides...

  • Family Kayak

    Kids & Family
    Cleary Lake Regional Park 18106 Texas Avenue, Prior Lake, MN

    Make memories on the water at Cleary Lake Regional Park on Sunday, July 5 from 1 to 3 p.m. Instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School cover kayaking safety and paddling technique before you head out to practice on the lake. All equipment is provided. Wear shoes that can get wet and dress for the weather....

    $20

  • Prior Lake 4th of July Fireworks

    Holiday Events
    Lakefront Park 5000 Kop Pkwy SE, Prior Lake, MN

    Update (July 5): Saturday night's storms pushed the show back a night. Per the Prior Lake Association, the fireworks now launch tonight, Sunday, July 5, at 10 PM from Watzl's Point Beach. Watzl's Beach is closed until Monday for fireworks setup, and Sandpoint Beach is open as normal. The Prior Lake Association presents its annual...

  • Bob Dylan at Mystic Lake Amphitheater

    Live Music
    Mystic Lake Amphitheater 700 Canterbury Rd, Shakopee, MN

    Bob Dylan performs live at Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee on July 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM.

  • On-Water Boat Show at Charlie’s on Prior

    Outdoor & Recreation
    Charlie's On Prior 3950 Green Heights Trl SW, Prior Lake, MN

    MarineMax Rogers kicks off the 2026 boating season with an on-water boat show at Charlie's on Prior on Tuesday, July 7 from 4 to 8 p.m. Step off the dock and onto the latest models from the industry's most trusted brands.On-water demos give attendees a feel for the newest inventory firsthand. MarineMax consultants will be...

  • Dinner on the Prairie – July 7th

    Food & Drink
    Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club 2920 220th St E, Prior Lake, MN

    A five-course dinner served outdoors on the prairie grasslands at the Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club, with a beautifully set table under the open sky as the sun goes down.

  • Live on the Landing

    Live Music
    Charlie's On Prior 3950 Green Heights Trl SW, Prior Lake, MN

    Nicholas David plays Live on the Landing at Charlie's on Prior, with live music on the lakeside patio from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

  • Paint Like Monet – Impression Sunrise

    Classes
    Diamondhead Education Center Burnsville, MN

    Join us for a creative journey into the world of Claude Monet! In this class, you'll create your own acrylic painting of Monet’s iconic Impression Sunrise on an 8x10 inch canvas, capturing the essence of his impressionist style. Along the way, you'll learn a bit about Monet's life, artistic approach, and the historical significance of...

  • Def Leggend (Def Leppard Tribute) — Rhythm on the Rails

    Live Music
    Featured
    Downtown Shakopee 145 1st Avenue East, Shakopee, MN

    Def Leggend pays full-throttle homage to Def Leppard, covering "Pour Some Sugar on Me," "Photograph," "Rock of Ages," and "Hysteria" with the layered harmonies and chrome guitars intact. Part of the Rhythm on the Rails series in downtown Shakopee.

  • Backpacker’s Pantry

    Food & Drink
    Hidden Oaks Middle School 15855 Fish Point Road SE, Prior Lake, MN, USA

    Learn how to dehydrate your own meals for better taste, nutrition, and cost savings on the trail. Instructor Heather Novak covers food dehydration techniques for backcountry meals including tacos, stews, chicken, and vegetables. Registration required. Register and pay through Prior Lake-Savage Community Education.

    $39

  • Dinner on the Prairie – July 8th

    Food & Drink
    Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club 2920 220th St E, Prior Lake, MN

    A five-course dinner served outdoors on the prairie grasslands at the Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club, with a beautifully set table under the open sky as the sun goes down.

  • St Paul’s Lutheran Church Garage & Bake Sale

    Market / Shopping
    St Paul’s Lutheran Church 5634 Luther Rd SE, Prior Lake, MN

    St Paul's Lutheran Church hosts a three-day garage and bake sale with gently used items and homemade baked goods. Runs Thursday and Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds support Trinity Christian School of Prior Lake.

  • Teen Lizard Keychains at Prior Lake Library

    Kids & Family
    Prior Lake Library 16210 Eagle Creek Ave SE, Prior Lake, MN

    For ages 12 to 18. Create your own colorful beaded lizard keychain and learn simple beading techniques in this fun, hands-on program in the large meeting room at the Prior Lake Library.

  • Shakopee Shockwaves Waterski Show

    Kids & Family
    Quarry Lake Park 6201 Innovation Blvd, Shakopee, MN

    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...

  • Beach Party at Sand Point

    Kids & Family
    Sand Point Beach 14349 Crest Ave NE, Prior Lake, MN

    The City of Prior Lake Recreation staff hosts a summer Beach Party at Sand Point Beach on Friday, July 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free activities include face painting, games, crafts, music, contests, and entertainment from Kidsdance.Food trucks on-site: Brick Oven Bus, Smoke, The Weenie Wagon, and Kona Ice. Bring a swimsuit, towel,...

  • Rock Night – Lakefront Music Fest

    Live Music
    Lakefront Park 5000 Kop Pkwy SE, Prior Lake, MN

    Billy Idol headlines rock night, with George Thorogood & The Destroyers and Jefferson Starship opening. If you'd rather skip the shuttle lines, Holy Trinity church still has reserved parking a short walk from the park. It's $20 to $25 and supports their next mission trip. Reserve a spot here.

  • Prior Lake Farmers Market

    Market / Shopping
    Downtown Prior Lake Main Ave SE, Prior Lake, MN

    Prior Lake Farmers Market runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in downtown Prior Lake. Expect the usual lineup: fresh produce, baked goods, locally tapped maple syrup, handmade soaps and bath products, hand-crafted candies, food trucks, coffee baristas, and live music. The market doubles as a community hangout. Throughout the season they pair...

  • Celebrate 7 Years with Chic + Sage

    Market / Shopping
    Chic and Sage Boutique 4775 Dakota Ave SE, Prior Lake, MN

    Chic + Sage Boutique marks seven years in business with a day of anniversary treats, surprises, and exclusive goodies at its shop in downtown Prior Lake. What started in a basement has grown into pop-ups, the Chic Shack, and the current storefront.The celebration falls on Saturday, July 11, the same weekend as the Prior Lake...

  • Country Night – Lakefront Music Fest

    Live Music
    Lakefront Park 5000 Kop Pkwy SE, Prior Lake, MN

    Keith Urban closes out the fest on country night, with Jackson Dean and Karley Scott Collins opening. Reserved parking at Holy Trinity church is still available for Saturday too. It's a short walk from the park and supports the church's next mission trip. Reserve a spot here.

  • Dirty Heads and 311 at Mystic Lake Amphitheater

    Live Music
    Mystic Lake Amphitheater 700 Canterbury Rd, Shakopee, MN

    Dirty Heads and 311 bring the So Glad You Made It Tour to Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee on July 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM.

  • Chad Edwards Band at Boathouse Brothers

    Live Music
    Boathouse Brothers Brewing Co. 16211 Main Ave SE, Prior Lake, MN

    The Chad Edwards Band plays Boathouse Brothers Brewing Co. in downtown Prior Lake on Saturday, July 11, with music from 9 PM to 1 AM. The band is billing it as the place to keep the night going after country night at Lakefront Music Fest wraps up at Lakefront Park, so expect a late set...

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