Found your Inner Otter? Great! Otter Tail Lakes Country is filled with unique communities and businesses that host events that are sure to entertain every otter out there! Take some time to peruse our calendar, but don't forget to mark yours!
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Tons of amazing VENDORS, Towbridge Zoo, Car Show, Dog Show, Pedal Pull, Kids Carnival, Fireworks, and lots of Live Music, including 32 Below headlining Friday night, etc Weekend will wrap up with the annual Downtown Parade starting at 6pm Saturday. https://summerfest.squarespace.com/ 
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The kick off to summer begins in Wadena with June Jubilee festivities in downtown Wadena! Friday night, we welcome the "Fabulous Armadillos in concert in BN Park at 7 p.m. On Saturday, enjoy a full day of family fun in BN Park, along with the parade at 6 p.m., followed by a street dance and […] |
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Join us for the THIRTEENTH annual 7k Running Wild Trail Run and 1mile LIFE Hike on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Maplewood State Park! Proceeds benefit Health Resources of Fergus Falls. The Running Wild course navigates through the beautiful, but challenging terrain of northwest Minnesota. There are two race options a 7K trail run or […] 
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Friendship Festival will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of coming together to celebrate a diverse range of cultures. We will have an entire day's worth of entertainment from diverse dance groups to music. More Details to Come! 
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the Great American Think-Off is an exhibition of civil disagreement between powerful ideas that connect to your life at the gut level. in 2023, the think-off celebrated 30 years of asking life’s biggest questions. the new york mills regional cultural center, located in the rural farm and manufacturing town of new york mills, mn (population […] 
The annual Henning city wide garage sales are here on Saturday, June 14th! Be sure to check it out! 
First Free Park Day at Minnesota State Parks and Recreation Areas is Jan. 20 The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 73 state parks and recreation areas on Monday, Jan. 20. This Free Park Day is one of four days each year on which the DNR waives the requirement for […] 
Join us for the Otter Cove Open Play from 9am-5pm every Saturday! Reservations are not required. Daily Admissions are $9/ Person (12 Months or older). |
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On Sunday June 15th, EAA Chapter 1174 is hosting our annual Fly-In and famous Belgian waffle breakfast at the Fergus Falls Airport 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Breakfast includes sausages, coffee or juice, and all the Belgian waffles you care to eat. Adults $12, children $8. We will also be doing Young Eagle Flights. You […] |
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5 classes for $45. June 9: Create a Father's Day card your Dad will love using crayons and watercolor. June 10: Create a card by weaving strips of watercolor paper June 16: Learn how to clean and cook a fish from the lake June 23: Create origami shapes and embellish with watercolor pencils June 24: […] |
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Attend a Going Local workshop to meet others and learn how you can bolster civic participation and leadership in west central Minnesota. Going local offers two-hour workshops to learn about community and civic engagement opportunities and build relationships with others who care about their community and strengthening democracy. This event is brought to you by […]
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Calling all awesome people 55 years young and up, You are invited to a weekly Cards & Games afternoon! We meet Tuesdays at 2 pm in Vogrin Hall. See you there!
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This Sensory Friendly low-sensory playtime offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration throughout the Museum for children with autism or other sensory needs and their families. Space is limited to 40 people and registration is required. This event is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA […]
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We hope to see you all for Turtle Fest 2025, June 18-22! See flyer for more details and check out www.perham.com/turtlefest for the most up-to-date information! Vendor applications and parade registrations are still open! Find them on the site above 
Join us with the Depot on 59's Summer Volleyball league in Erhard, MN! 8 Weeks- Ages 21+- Coed Teams Volleyball & Chill Wednesday: May 38-July 23 July 30-September 10th Power Players Thursday: May 29-July 14th July 31-September 11th Sign your team up today by calling 218-842-5185 or stop by The Depot on Hwy 59 in […] |
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The Wadena County Fair is planned and presented by the Wadena County Ag Society, a board made up of volunteers. It is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors, and you, our fairgoers. It is our goal to create a memorable, safe, and fun event that appeals to families and individuals of all ages […]
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Winter Trivia Night + Happy Hour is back! The first night on January 5th is a warm-up round so you can come check it out and starting January 12th we will start tracking league points. Top 2 teams will win a prize each night and the league winners will get growlers for a year! Trivia […] 
Join us for Sit 'n' Stitch- Weekly Fiber Artists’ Gathering Every Thursday 5:00 – 7:00 pm Free & Open to All! All are welcome at this weekly fiber arts gathering offering time and space for some fiber fun on Thursdays from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. 2025 Beginning in February 2025, Sit ‘n’ Stitch will return […] |
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Discover everything you need to know to develop a drawing practice. Whether you are new to drawing, or want to hone your skills, this course will provide detailed exercises and demonstrations to take your drawings to the next level. Starting with an overview of drawing materials and a thorough study of line and mark making, […]
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Join us for the Fairway to Heaven four person scramble Benefiting Holy Rosary School PTO at Wildflower Golf Course on Friday, June 20th shotgun start at 1:00pm. 
Ottertail Open Air Market Summer 2025 Every Weekend Memorial Day thru Labor Day Fridays 4PM-7PM |
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Our annual ALZ Fundraiser is on Saturday, June 21st. Entry for showing car- $10 Team Entry for Bag Tourney is $10 Dunk Tank is 3 balls for $5 5K fun run/walk is $25 or $50 per family Potluck is free will donation ( meat is provided) All proceeds go to the Alzheimer's Association Open to all!
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Join us for the Tri-City Junk Jaunt in Henning, Ottertail, and Battle Lake on Saturday, June 21st. 
Join the Weekly Early Explorers for infant/ toddler hour A time for our youngest learners to play and explore throughout the museum every Saturday from 8-9am.
Join us for the Otter Cove Open Play from 9am-5pm every Saturday! Reservations are not required. Daily Admissions are $9/ Person (12 Months or older). 
Join us and Off the Wall by Robyn for the Clitherall Midsomerfest on June 21 & 22! You can enjoy Off the Wall being open, Art & Craft Demos, Nordic Lunch, Accordion Music, and so much more! Be sure to stop by |
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Join us at Bladow beach Resort for Yoga on the Beach! Cost is $20 including coffee or ice cream Bring your own yoga mat
Join us and Off the Wall by Robyn for the Clitherall Midsomerfest on June 21 & 22! You can enjoy Off the Wall being open, Art & Craft Demos, Nordic Lunch, Accordion Music, and so much more! Be sure to stop by |
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5 classes for $45. June 9: Create a Father's Day card your Dad will love using crayons and watercolor. June 10: Create a card by weaving strips of watercolor paper June 16: Learn how to clean and cook a fish from the lake June 23: Create origami shapes and embellish with watercolor pencils June 24: […] |
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5 classes for $45. June 9: Create a Father's Day card your Dad will love using crayons and watercolor. June 10: Create a card by weaving strips of watercolor paper June 16: Learn how to clean and cook a fish from the lake June 23: Create origami shapes and embellish with watercolor pencils June 24: […]
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Calling all awesome people 55 years young and up, You are invited to a weekly Cards & Games afternoon! We meet Tuesdays at 2 pm in Vogrin Hall. See you there!
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Join Ottertail Business and Community Association for Music in the Park on June 24th to come and see Absolutely Elvis perform! This event is at the Ottertail City Park from 6:30-8:30pm. |
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MUSIC PROGRAM: Birds of a Feather Musicians Ann Torralba and Suzi Shelton perform original songs in an upbeat concert for all ages. This super duo of family music brings a combined 30+ years of musical experience and 13 albums between them. Their debut album as Birds of a Feather was released last June. Fun family event! FREE and OPEN […]
Join us with the Depot on 59's Summer Volleyball league in Erhard, MN! 8 Weeks- Ages 21+- Coed Teams Volleyball & Chill Wednesday: May 38-July 23 July 30-September 10th Power Players Thursday: May 29-July 14th July 31-September 11th Sign your team up today by calling 218-842-5185 or stop by The Depot on Hwy 59 in […] |
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Winter Trivia Night + Happy Hour is back! The first night on January 5th is a warm-up round so you can come check it out and starting January 12th we will start tracking league points. Top 2 teams will win a prize each night and the league winners will get growlers for a year! Trivia […]
Join us for Sit 'n' Stitch- Weekly Fiber Artists’ Gathering Every Thursday 5:00 – 7:00 pm Free & Open to All! All are welcome at this weekly fiber arts gathering offering time and space for some fiber fun on Thursdays from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. 2025 Beginning in February 2025, Sit ‘n’ Stitch will return […] |
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Ottertail Open Air Market Summer 2025 Every Weekend Memorial Day thru Labor Day Fridays 4PM-7PM |
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URBANK DAY! Join us for a day of fun for the whole famly! Urbank Lions Concessions & Beer Garden serving all day at Urbank City Park. 11AM PARADE Right after the parade head over to Urbank City Park for: KIDS GAMES/PRIZES/INFLATABLES,ERICKSONS PETTING ZOO LIVE MUSIC by Jackson and the Burn until 2PM HAM DINNER $10.00 […]
Join the Weekly Early Explorers for infant/ toddler hour A time for our youngest learners to play and explore throughout the museum every Saturday from 8-9am.
Join us for the Otter Cove Open Play from 9am-5pm every Saturday! Reservations are not required. Daily Admissions are $9/ Person (12 Months or older). |
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Join Roots and Wings Forest School for our second annual Great Duck Race as we finish out The Amazing Chase on International Mud Day! "Adopt a Duck" for $5 and have a chance at winning the grand prize of $500. Tickets available to purchase at school, through school families and staff, and at select area […]
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NORWOOD BEACH Summer Party!ALL ARE WELCOME!! FREE BEER + ICE CREAM!MUSIC, SWIMMING, pickleball & MORE!TOUR OF LOTS AND HOMES750 FT OF SANDY BEACH! |
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Calling all awesome people 55 years young and up, You are invited to a weekly Cards & Games afternoon! We meet Tuesdays at 2 pm in Vogrin Hall. See you there!
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Join us for the Duo show Bri and Lars at the Barn at Dunvilla. Lets Celebrate Independence day! |
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Join us at the Perham Farmers Market We’ve sprouted into a vibrant hub of local goodness, now with triple the vendors offering fresh produce, artisanal crafts, and more. Let’s celebrate our community’s growers, makers, and vendors together!\ Market Days Wednesday 9am-1pm & Friday 9am-1pm
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Join Mural on the Wall (artists Reyna Hernandez, Amber Hansen, and Sonia Hernandez) to help bring a new mural to life in downtown Fergus Falls! 🎨 Community Painting Days Tuesday, June 24: 5pm-8pm Wednesday, July 2, 11am-2pm Meet at the south side of Springboard for the Arts 201 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 […]
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We’re bumping up the fun BEFORE the 4th — join us on Wednesday, July 2nd from 3–6 PM at Parkers Prairie City Park for a special holiday-week edition of the Prairie Farmers Market! (There will be NO market on Friday, July 4th, so don’t miss this one!) FREE SAMPLES ALERT! Our amazing vendors will be […] |
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Winter Trivia Night + Happy Hour is back! The first night on January 5th is a warm-up round so you can come check it out and starting January 12th we will start tracking league points. Top 2 teams will win a prize each night and the league winners will get growlers for a year! Trivia […] |
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Join us for the Erhard 4th of July Celebration! Parade starts at 11am Join in the park after the parade for: Food vendors Beer Garden Raffle Prizes Bean Bag tournament inflatable games Veterans memorial Tractor Pull and More!
Join us at the Perham Farmers Market We’ve sprouted into a vibrant hub of local goodness, now with triple the vendors offering fresh produce, artisanal crafts, and more. Let’s celebrate our community’s growers, makers, and vendors together!\ Market Days Wednesday 9am-1pm & Friday 9am-1pm
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Join us for the Loon Lake Boat Parade on July 4th! Line up in the bay at 11am. m Any questions, contact Katie Jensen (Site 18)
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Join us for a Patio Party at the Vergas Liquor Store on Friday, July 4th from 2-4pm! Local musician damian will be performing on the brand new patio! |
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Join us for the Johnny Holm Band at Beach Bums on Saturday, July 5th at 9pm! $20 Cover at door- Tickets go on sale at 7pm. First come, first serve. This event is cash only and 21+.
Join the Weekly Early Explorers for infant/ toddler hour A time for our youngest learners to play and explore throughout the museum every Saturday from 8-9am.
Join us for the Otter Cove Open Play from 9am-5pm every Saturday! Reservations are not required. Daily Admissions are $9/ Person (12 Months or older). |
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