Kids climb aboard an MVTA bus at the Savage Library for a story time about transportation and travel. A free, hands-on morning that pairs reading with a real look at public transit.

Explore the variations of summer's perfect wine with WSET-certified educator Gayle Boje at Rhino Wine Bar. Learn about different rosé styles, production methods, and regions, with pairing suggestions. Bottles available to purchase at special event prices. Registration required. Register and pay through Prior Lake-Savage Community Education.

Cub Scout Pack 9331 throws a family celebration of America's 250th birthday at McCann Park, with colonial-style activities, cupcakes, and a commemorative patch for every kid and adult who takes part. Drop by any time.

Think you're not creative? This class will change your mind! Join us to loosen up and master watercolor techniques, perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. You'll learn to create focal areas, value systems, and use line and color for depth and impact. Enjoy exciting demonstrations and access to reference materials and brushes. Please bring...

Kids ages 8 to 11 track down super-villain Carmen SanDiego and recover stolen U.S. landmarks in this interactive game at the Prior Lake Library. Space is limited and registration is required.

The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority walks you through using local buses, from trip planning to a real guided ride-along. A Prior Lake-Savage Community Ed class for ages 15 and up. Registration required.

Hand-build a clay project, or try out the potter's wheel! Feel free to bring a beverage and get creative. Lots of project options to choose from, or create your own work of art. Class includes clay, glazes, tools, and firing. Pick up your project approximately 3 weeks later. Cost: $55.00. Register: https://priorlake-savage.arux.app/course/8281/ce-adult-summer-2026/clay-creations-adult-pottery-workshop

Learn the essentials of home food preservation with instructor Heather Novak. This hands-on class covers making homemade jams, salsas, pickled beans, and fermented cabbage, with emphasis on tools, food safety, and produce selection. Registration required. Register and pay through Prior Lake-Savage Community Education.

John Mellencamp brings the Dancing Words Tour to Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee on July 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM.

Shakopee Dakota Convenience Store's customer appreciation day brings free hot dogs, a free car wash, discounted fuel, and giveaways to its Mystic Lake Drive store, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Live on the Landing at Charlie's on Prior featuring Tony Sammis. Live music on the lakeside patio from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m..

Club Prior hosts a 250th USA Celebration BBQ for area residents 55 and older on Wednesday, July 15 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Lakefront Park Pavilion in Prior Lake. Come out to mark the country’s 250th birthday with a barbecue, live music, games, entertainment, and friends. The event is free and donations are...

CANCELLED — July 15th ConcertWith safety as our top priority, we have made the difficult decision to cancel tonight's concert. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert for our area through Thursday evening, with heat index values near or above 100 degrees expected throughout the day.These conditions pose...

The Prior Lake Mudcats host the Webster Sox in Class C town ball at Veterans Field at Memorial Park. First pitch is Wednesday, July 15 at 7:30 p.m.The Mudcats are one of Prior Lake's two amateur baseball teams, playing their summer home games at the Memorial Park ballpark off 160th Street SE. Bring a lawn...

For ages 12-18. Turn old magazines and book pages into brand new works of word art! Rearrange words, add your own creative flair and bring home a one-of-a-kind piece of poetry art! Space is limited, so register online or by calling the library beginning three weeks before the workshop. Include an email address in your...

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...

Creed headlines the 93x Summer Bash at the Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee, with Bush and Tim Montana also on the bill. Music starts at 7 p.m.

Equip Studios and Lake Stories MN team up for their first pop-up workout night: a 30-minute beginner-friendly banded workout, plus onsite book shopping, charcuterie, drinks, and a giveaway. Tickets are $20 and spots are limited.

The Jays host the St. Peter Saints in town ball at Veterans Field. Bring a lawn chair or find a seat in the bleachers for a night at the park.

SIDE TWO plays the Prior Lake VFW with a high-energy set of 90s and 2000s rock and alternative sing-alongs. Music starts at 8:30 p.m.

Fresh produce, baked goods, maple syrup, handmade soaps, candies, food trucks, coffee, and live music, every Saturday morning in downtown Prior Lake. Bring a tote and come hungry.

Final weekend at Valleyfair: creative Juicy Lucy burgers, local beers and cocktails, and live bands, Saturday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Included with park admission.

Petting zoo, inflatables, dunk tank, face painting, and boatloads of games for kids and families at Bridgewood Church in Savage, Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a food truck on site.

Free live music out on the lake: Rafe Carlson and Varsity Rejects play Reed's Island Saturday from 1 to 9 p.m., hosted by Knotty Oar Marina. Boat out and drop anchor.

A certified practitioner leads a guided forest bathing session in Spring Lake Regional Park: a slow, sensory walk through the woods meant to ease stress and quiet the mind. Cost is $32.

The Boogie Wonderland Band takes the stage at 5 p.m., with food trucks and soft serve from 4:30. Free and open to everyone. BYOB and bring your own chair; rain or shine.

Lil Wayne celebrates 20 years of his Carter catalog at the Mystic Lake Amphitheater, joined by 2 Chainz. The show starts at 7 p.m. in Shakopee.

A PRCA-sanctioned rodeo rolls into Canterbury Park for a night of bull riding and bronc busting under the Grandstand lights. Top cowboys and cowgirls compete.

Last day: the Juicy Lucy Festival wraps up at Valleyfair Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Burgers, local drinks, and live music, included with park admission.

The SteamHeat swing band is back at the Prior Lake VFW for a Sunday afternoon of live swing, 1 to 3 p.m. Bring your dancing shoes.

Instructors teach the basics, then you test your skills against other rollers. No experience needed and equipment is provided. $6, advance registration required.

The Jays close out the weekend hosting the Burnsville Badgers at Veterans Field. An easygoing summer evening at the ballpark; bring a chair or settle into the bleachers.