Week of Events
Prior Lake Lantern Festival 2026
Lakeshore homes string colorful lanterns around the lake for three August evenings, with live music off Lori Road Wednesday night. Best viewed from the water.
Monday, August 17, 2026
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August 17, 2026 -Nautical Nights Wine Tasting
Nautical Nights Wine Tasting
WSET-certified educator Gayle Boje pours coastal-inspired summer wines at Rhino Wine Bar, with bottles at special event prices. $25, ages 21 and up. Online registration has closed; Community Ed is at 952-226-0310 for last-minute questions.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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August 18, 2026 -Summer Fun with No Mistakes Watercolor
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August 18, 2026 -Treats ‘N Tunes: New Vintage Acoustic
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August 18, 2026 -Five Finger Death Punch at Mystic Lake Amphitheater
Summer Fun with No Mistakes Watercolor
Local artist Dar Brooks leads a loosen-up watercolor day for beginners and experienced painters alike, with demos and reference materials provided; bring your own supplies and lunch. $29. Online registration has closed; Community Ed is at 952-226-0310 for last-minute questions.
Treats ‘N Tunes: New Vintage Acoustic
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.
Five Finger Death Punch at Mystic Lake Amphitheater
Five Finger Death Punch's 20th anniversary tour stops in Shakopee with country singer Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire on the bill. Doors at 5:15 p.m., show at 6:45.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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August 19, 2026 -Outlaw Festival: Willie Nelson, Avett Brothers & More at Mystic Lake Amphitheater
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August 19, 2026 -Mom’s Night Out with Ali Madi Boutique at Rhino Wine Bar
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August 19, 2026 -Live on the Landing
Outlaw Festival: Willie Nelson, Avett Brothers & More at Mystic Lake Amphitheater
A full afternoon and evening of music in Shakopee: Willie Nelson and Family, The Avett Brothers, Lukas Nelson, Sierra Hull, and Don Was. Doors at 2 p.m., first act at 3:20.
Mom’s Night Out with Ali Madi Boutique at Rhino Wine Bar
Ali Madi Boutique pops up at Rhino Wine Bar with a first look at its fall collection, plus wine, cocktails and light bites. Grab a friend and make a night of it.
Live on the Landing
Billy Johnson plays the lakeside patio at Charlie's on Prior from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. as part of the Live on the Landing series.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026 -Rolling Hills Hike
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August 20, 2026 -Back-to-School Celebration & Stuff the Bus
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August 20, 2026 -Shakopee Shockwaves Waterski Show
Rolling Hills Hike
A free guided 7 to 8 mile hike through Murphy-Hanrehan's rolling hills, with Camino veterans along to talk through-hiking.
Back-to-School Celebration & Stuff the Bus
PLSAS opens its 75th school year with a free party on the high school grounds: food trucks, bouncy houses, face painting, games, prizes, and music. Bring a few extra school supplies for the Stuff the Bus drive.
Shakopee Shockwaves Waterski Show
The Shockwaves' free Thursday show at Quarry Lake Park: jumps, pyramids, and barefoot skiing, with the pre-show at 6:20 and the main show at 7. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Friday, August 21, 2026
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August 21, 2026 -Flow & Go: Yoga & SUP
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August 21, 2026 -PLHS German Club Burger Bash
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August 21, 2026 -Mötley Crüe at Mystic Lake Amphitheater
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August 21, 2026 -Pickup Truck Opera Vol. 6: Tales of Hoffmann
Flow & Go: Yoga & SUP
Morning beach yoga at Watzl's Point followed by a guided paddle around Prior Lake. Boards provided and beginners welcome.
PLHS German Club Burger Bash
The PLHS German Club grills burgers at the VFW to fund their 2027 Germany trip. $15 burger and fries, 4 to 7 p.m.
Mötley Crüe at Mystic Lake Amphitheater
The Crüe revives its Carnival of Sins show 20 years on, outdoors in Shakopee, with Tesla and Extreme opening the night.
Pickup Truck Opera Vol. 6: Tales of Hoffmann
Opera off a pickup truck tailgate at Lakefront Park, with 90s grunge in the mix. Suggested donation, kids free.
Saturday, August 22, 2026
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August 22, 2026 -Prior Lake Farmers Market
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Featured August 22, 2026 -Featured Goat Yoga at Gray Hobby Farm
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August 22, 2026 -Primrose School 20th Anniversary Party
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August 22, 2026 -PLHS Girls Swim & Dive Car Wash Fundraiser
Prior Lake Farmers Market
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.
Goat Yoga at Gray Hobby Farm
A real yoga class on the farm lawn while Gray Hobby Farm's goat herd wanders the mats. Mats provided, goat cuddles likely. Ages 6 and up, $38. Arrive 15 minutes early to meet the herd.
Primrose School 20th Anniversary Party
Primrose School of Prior Lake and Savage marks 20 years with a free party: animals to pet, a bounce house and slide, a dunk tank, face painting, touch-a-truck, food trucks and raffles. Bring a friend or neighbor for an extra raffle ticket.
PLHS Girls Swim & Dive Car Wash Fundraiser
The PLHS girls swim and dive team washes cars in the Jeffers Pond Elementary lot from 11 to 2. No set price, donations support the team's season.
Sunday, August 23, 2026
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