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DISCOUNTED RAILS & ALES TICKETS
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EVENT SCHEDULE

SEPTEMBER 10-12, 2027

EVENT SCHEDULE

Rails & Ales Craft Beer Festival

September 10, 2027 @ 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 10th from 5 – 9 pm to sample beers from 20+ breweries, enjoy 20+ food…

Lake Minnetonka Carnival

September 10, 2027 @ 5:00 pm

Discounted Pre-Sale Carnival Tickets Coming Soon! Full price tickets available September 10-12 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 corner! One…

Street Market

September 11, 2027 @ 10:00 am

Shop over 175 unique vendors on Friday-Sunday, September 11-13, including vendors from the following categories: Business, Health & Wellness, Home & Garden, Non-Profit, Arts & Crafts, Sports + Fitness. Street Market Show Hours:  Friday, 5 - 9 PM Saturday, 10…

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 53 years, this annual festival has united the community in a joyful celebration of Wayzata, complete with delicious food, fun activities, and family-friendly festivities!

Our Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

We're Social #JJHILLDAYS

jamesjhilldays

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September 10-12, 2027
Powered By: @wayzatachamber and Sandvold Financial Group

WOW! We are incredibly grateful to all those who supported the 52nd annual James J. Hill Days presented by Sandvold Financial Group. Whether you had a vendor booth or food truck, volunteered, or attended, this event would not be possible without you!

Thank you to all our major and supporting sponsors: @wayzatachamber, @6smithrestaurant, @lundsandbyerlys in Wayzata, @redcowmn, @ulrichrealestate | @regencyhomesinc, @imolamotorsports, @bnsfrailway,@tcsidingandroofing, @youngstedts, @lithiamotors, @honeyaestheticsclinic, @compassminnesota, @mdsremodeling, @planethomelending, @nextmove_twincities, TCCare Veterinary Clinic

Save the date for September 10-12, 2027!

📸 @linli.studio

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WOW! We are incredibly grateful to all those who supported the 52nd annual James J. Hill Days presented by Sandvold Financial Group. Whether you had a vendor booth or food truck, volunteered, or attended, this event would not be possible without you!

Thank you to all our major and supporting sponsors: @wayzatachamber, @6smithrestaurant, @lundsandbyerlys in Wayzata, @redcowmn, @ulrichrealestate | @regencyhomesinc, @imolamotorsports, @bnsfrailway,@tcsidingandroofing, @youngstedts, @lithiamotors, @honeyaestheticsclinic, @compassminnesota, @mdsremodeling, @planethomelending, @nextmove_twincities, TCCare Veterinary Clinic

Save the date for September 10-12, 2027!

📸 @linli.studio

WOW! We are incredibly grateful to all those who supported the 52nd annual James J. Hill Days presented by Sandvold Financial Group. Whether you had a vendor booth or food truck, volunteered, or attended, this event would not be possible without you!

Thank you to all our major and supporting sponsors: @wayzatachamber, @6smithrestaurant, @lundsandbyerlys in Wayzata, @redcowmn, @ulrichrealestate | @regencyhomesinc, @imolamotorsports, @bnsfrailway,@tcsidingandroofing, @youngstedts, @lithiamotors, @honeyaestheticsclinic, @compassminnesota, @mdsremodeling, @planethomelending, @nextmove_twincities, TCCare Veterinary Clinic

Save the date for September 10-12, 2027!

📸 @linli.studio

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What an incredible weekend at the James J. Hill Days Dachshund Races and Doggy Olympics! 🐾🏅

A massive THANK YOU to every pup, owner, and spectator who packed the Dog Park to cheer on our tiny athletes. Huge CONGRATULATIONS to all our race and event winners!

This event wouldn`t be possible without our unbelievable sponsors and vendors:
TCCare Veterinary Clinic – Thank you for being our presenting sponsor and keeping our community`s pets healthy and happy!
@thedoggiedazzle – Thank you for crafting all of the fabulous custom award collars for our winners!
@clubpilateswayzata – Thank you for spreading the love at the pup Kissing Booth and grounding us with Pilates by the Bay on Sunday morning!
PetVet365 – Thank you for sponsoring our doggie profiles!

We’re already counting down the days until next year. Tag us in your favorite photos and videos from the weekend, we’d love to see them!

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What an incredible weekend at the James J. Hill Days Dachshund Races and Doggy Olympics! 🐾🏅

A massive THANK YOU to every pup, owner, and spectator who packed the Dog Park to cheer on our tiny athletes. Huge CONGRATULATIONS to all our race and event winners! 

This event wouldn't be possible without our unbelievable sponsors and vendors:
TCCare Veterinary Clinic – Thank you for being our presenting sponsor and keeping our community's pets healthy and happy! 
@thedoggiedazzle – Thank you for crafting all of the fabulous custom award collars for our winners! 
@clubpilateswayzata – Thank you for spreading the love at the pup Kissing Booth and grounding us with Pilates by the Bay on Sunday morning! 
PetVet365 – Thank you for sponsoring our doggie profiles!

We’re already counting down the days until next year. Tag us in your favorite photos and videos from the weekend, we’d love to see them!

What an incredible weekend at the James J. Hill Days Dachshund Races and Doggy Olympics! 🐾🏅

A massive THANK YOU to every pup, owner, and spectator who packed the Dog Park to cheer on our tiny athletes. Huge CONGRATULATIONS to all our race and event winners!

This event wouldn`t be possible without our unbelievable sponsors and vendors:
TCCare Veterinary Clinic – Thank you for being our presenting sponsor and keeping our community`s pets healthy and happy!
@thedoggiedazzle – Thank you for crafting all of the fabulous custom award collars for our winners!
@clubpilateswayzata – Thank you for spreading the love at the pup Kissing Booth and grounding us with Pilates by the Bay on Sunday morning!
PetVet365 – Thank you for sponsoring our doggie profiles!

We’re already counting down the days until next year. Tag us in your favorite photos and videos from the weekend, we’d love to see them!

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Thank you to everyone who came out to this year`s Rails & Ales. We`re so grateful to all 20+ breweries who participated and for @coyotewildband who kept the energy high with their amazing music.

@56brewing
@backchannelbrewing
@birchsonthelake
@blackstackbrewing
Bold Moves Beverages
@boomislandbeer
@brokenclockbrew
@dapper_barons
@eastoncider
@elmcreekbrewing
@excelsior_brewing
@hackamorebrewingco
@ironexchange
@lucelinebrewing
@lupulin_brewing
@modistbrewing
@railwerksbd
@steeltoebrewing
@thirdstreetbrewhouse
@topplingbrews
@unmappedbrewing
@woodenhillbrewing

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Thank you to everyone who came out to this year's Rails & Ales. We're so grateful to all 20+ breweries who participated and for @coyotewildband who kept the energy high with their amazing music. 

@56brewing 
@backchannelbrewing 
@birchsonthelake 
@blackstackbrewing 
Bold Moves Beverages
@boomislandbeer 
@brokenclockbrew 
@dapper_barons
@eastoncider 
@elmcreekbrewing
@excelsior_brewing
@hackamorebrewingco 
@ironexchange 
@lucelinebrewing 
@lupulin_brewing 
@modistbrewing 
@railwerksbd 
@steeltoebrewing 
@thirdstreetbrewhouse 
@topplingbrews 
@unmappedbrewing 
@woodenhillbrewing

Thank you to everyone who came out to this year`s Rails & Ales. We`re so grateful to all 20+ breweries who participated and for @coyotewildband who kept the energy high with their amazing music.

@56brewing
@backchannelbrewing
@birchsonthelake
@blackstackbrewing
Bold Moves Beverages
@boomislandbeer
@brokenclockbrew
@dapper_barons
@eastoncider
@elmcreekbrewing
@excelsior_brewing
@hackamorebrewingco
@ironexchange
@lucelinebrewing
@lupulin_brewing
@modistbrewing
@railwerksbd
@steeltoebrewing
@thirdstreetbrewhouse
@topplingbrews
@unmappedbrewing
@woodenhillbrewing

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It`s the LAST DAY of #JamesJHillDays, and it`s shaping up to be a perfect Sunday Funday! 🎶☀️ Join us on Lake Street for more incredible FREE live music, delicious food, and all the good vibes.

We hope to see you at 2:45pm for the flyover and the famous James J. Hill Days Parade.

#SundayFunday #LiveMusic #WayzataFun #OneHillOfAGoodTimev

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It's the LAST DAY of #JamesJHillDays, and it's shaping up to be a perfect Sunday Funday! 🎶☀️ Join us on Lake Street for more incredible FREE live music, delicious food, and all the good vibes.

We hope to see you at 2:45pm for the flyover and the famous James J. Hill Days Parade. 

#SundayFunday #LiveMusic #WayzataFun #OneHillOfAGoodTimev

It`s the LAST DAY of #JamesJHillDays, and it`s shaping up to be a perfect Sunday Funday! 🎶☀️ Join us on Lake Street for more incredible FREE live music, delicious food, and all the good vibes.

We hope to see you at 2:45pm for the flyover and the famous James J. Hill Days Parade.

#SundayFunday #LiveMusic #WayzataFun #OneHillOfAGoodTimev

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Day 2 of James J. Hill Days is HERE!

Text your crew and come early to pack in all the fun. Carnival, food trucks, Dachshund Races, Coaster Cart Derby, and more! We kick things off at 10 AM—see you there! 😎🎡🍻🐾

Plus, don`t forget to bring a blanket and snuggle up on the Great Lawn for music + movie on the lawn featuring "The Wild Robot" - presented by @wayzatasailing

#jamesjhilldays #carnivalrides #dachshundlife #dograces #wayzatamn

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Day 2 of James J. Hill Days is HERE!

Text your crew and come early to pack in all the fun. Carnival, food trucks, Dachshund Races, Coaster Cart Derby, and more! We kick things off at 10 AM—see you there! 😎🎡🍻🐾

Plus, don't forget to bring a blanket and snuggle up on the Great Lawn for music + movie on the lawn featuring "The Wild Robot" - presented by @wayzatasailing

#jamesjhilldays #carnivalrides #dachshundlife #dograces #wayzatamn

Day 2 of James J. Hill Days is HERE!

Text your crew and come early to pack in all the fun. Carnival, food trucks, Dachshund Races, Coaster Cart Derby, and more! We kick things off at 10 AM—see you there! 😎🎡🍻🐾

Plus, don`t forget to bring a blanket and snuggle up on the Great Lawn for music + movie on the lawn featuring "The Wild Robot" - presented by @wayzatasailing

#jamesjhilldays #carnivalrides #dachshundlife #dograces #wayzatamn

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Calling all dog lovers! 🐶 The James J. Hill Days Dog Park is officially packed with tail-wagging fun this year. Swipe through to see some of the pawsome competitors who have already signed up!

Want to get in on the action?

🎉 NEW THIS YEAR: Join our Paws & Play Games! Pups, kids, and adults can jump into quick, casual games throughout the event to compete for fun prizes.

🏁 THE FAN FAVORITES ARE BACK: The Dachshund Races and Doggy Olympics are ready for their next champions.

Does your pup have the speed, stamina, or silliness to win? Secure their spot before registration fills up!

A big thanks to our pawsome sponsors, TCCare Veterinary Clinic, PetVet365, @clubpilateswayzata

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Calling all dog lovers! 🐶 The James J. Hill Days Dog Park is officially packed with tail-wagging fun this year. Swipe through to see some of the pawsome competitors who have already signed up!

Want to get in on the action?

🎉 NEW THIS YEAR: Join our Paws & Play Games! Pups, kids, and adults can jump into quick, casual games throughout the event to compete for fun prizes.

🏁 THE FAN FAVORITES ARE BACK: The Dachshund Races and Doggy Olympics are ready for their next champions.

Does your pup have the speed, stamina, or silliness to win? Secure their spot before registration fills up!

A big thanks to our pawsome sponsors, TCCare Veterinary Clinic, PetVet365, @clubpilateswayzata

Calling all dog lovers! 🐶 The James J. Hill Days Dog Park is officially packed with tail-wagging fun this year. Swipe through to see some of the pawsome competitors who have already signed up!

Want to get in on the action?

🎉 NEW THIS YEAR: Join our Paws & Play Games! Pups, kids, and adults can jump into quick, casual games throughout the event to compete for fun prizes.

🏁 THE FAN FAVORITES ARE BACK: The Dachshund Races and Doggy Olympics are ready for their next champions.

Does your pup have the speed, stamina, or silliness to win? Secure their spot before registration fills up!

A big thanks to our pawsome sponsors, TCCare Veterinary Clinic, PetVet365, @clubpilateswayzata

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Rails & Ales is TONIGHT! 🍻

Crisp fall temps, unlimited pours from top local breweries, and great company—it’s the perfect Friday night vibe. 🙌 From 5–9 pm, jam out to @coyotewildband and grab a bite from 20+ food trucks on Lake Street.

#RailsAndAles #JamesJHillDays #CraftBeerFestival #wayzatamn

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Rails & Ales is TONIGHT! 🍻

Crisp fall temps, unlimited pours from top local breweries, and great company—it’s the perfect Friday night vibe. 🙌 From 5–9 pm, jam out to @coyotewildband and grab a bite from 20+ food trucks on Lake Street.

#RailsAndAles #JamesJHillDays #CraftBeerFestival #wayzatamn

Rails & Ales is TONIGHT! 🍻

Crisp fall temps, unlimited pours from top local breweries, and great company—it’s the perfect Friday night vibe. 🙌 From 5–9 pm, jam out to @coyotewildband and grab a bite from 20+ food trucks on Lake Street.

#RailsAndAles #JamesJHillDays #CraftBeerFestival #wayzatamn

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Good morning, James J. Hill Days fans! ☀️ The wait is over — the big weekend is finally HERE!

In just a few hours, we’re kicking off three days of non-stop fun: free live music, fun carnival rides, mouthwatering food trucks, tasty craft beer, and SO much more.

NEW THIS YEAR! Take on the Mechanical Bucking Bull! Test your balance, hold on tight, and see how long you can ride in this high-energy attraction for all ages.

See you soon on Lake Street! 😎

#JamesJHillDays #WayzataMN #CommunityCelebration #CraftBeerFestival

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Good morning, James J. Hill Days fans! ☀️ The wait is over — the big weekend is finally HERE!

In just a few hours, we’re kicking off three days of non-stop fun: free live music, fun carnival rides, mouthwatering food trucks, tasty craft beer, and SO much more.

NEW THIS YEAR! Take on the Mechanical Bucking Bull! Test your balance, hold on tight, and see how long you can ride in this high-energy attraction for all ages. 

See you soon on Lake Street! 😎

#JamesJHillDays #WayzataMN #CommunityCelebration #CraftBeerFestival

Good morning, James J. Hill Days fans! ☀️ The wait is over — the big weekend is finally HERE!

In just a few hours, we’re kicking off three days of non-stop fun: free live music, fun carnival rides, mouthwatering food trucks, tasty craft beer, and SO much more.

NEW THIS YEAR! Take on the Mechanical Bucking Bull! Test your balance, hold on tight, and see how long you can ride in this high-energy attraction for all ages.

See you soon on Lake Street! 😎

#JamesJHillDays #WayzataMN #CommunityCelebration #CraftBeerFestival

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