James J. Hill Days

EVENT SCHEDULE

Rails & Ales Craft Beer Festival

September 11 @ 5:00 pm

James J. Hill loved a good beer! So, lets cheers to the man and kick off Lake Minnetonka's largest community celebration! Join us Friday, September 11th from 5 – 9 pm to sample beers from 20+ breweries, enjoy 20+ food…

Lake Minnetonka Carnival

September 11 @ 5:00 pm

Discounted Pre-Sale Carnival Tickets on sale in August.  Full price tickets available September 11-13 at Lunds & Byerlys Wayzata and Carnival Ticket Booth  Step right up! James J. Hill Days, Lake Minnetonka's largest 3 -day Festival, is right around the…

Street Market

September 12 @ 10:00 am

The 2026 James J. Hill Days Street Market application has closed will be available in Spring 2026.  Shop over 150 unique vendors on Friday-Sunday, September 5-7, including vendors from the following categories: Business, Health & Wellness, Home & Garden, Non-Profit,…

SMALL TOWN CHARM...

Big Time Fun!

Since 1975, the weekend following Labor Day in Wayzata has been dedicated to celebrating James J. Hill, a prominent Minnesota historical figure and former owner of the Great Northern Railroad Company. Hill, who built the iconic train depot in 1906, played a pivotal role in transforming Wayzata into the picturesque tourist destination and welcoming community it is today. James J. Hill Days has become Lake Minnetonka’s most cherished tradition, earning the “Best
Of” Lake Minnetonka award. For 51 years, this annual festival has united the community in a joyful celebration of Wayzata, complete with delicious food, fun activities, and family-friendly festivities!

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September 11-13, 2026
Powered By: Wayzata West Metro Chamber and Sandvold Financial Group

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