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Rails & Ales Craft Beer Festival

$40 – $70

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 […]

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Friday Night Street Market

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 […]

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Food + Drink

Soak up the sun as you stroll Lake Street and sip on a refreshing glass of wine or ice-cold craft beer from the Beer + Wine tents. Savor delicious eats and enjoy food truck specialties. 2026 Food Trucks  Bad Rooster […]

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Lake Minnetonka Carnival

$30 – $80

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 […]

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Guided Historical Walking Tour

FREE

Wayzata Depot Museum Open During James J. Hill Days!  The Wayzata Depot Museum will be open to the public during James J. Hill Days from 12 – 4 pm. Model Train Railroad will run both days from 1- 4 pm […]

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Dachshund Races & Dog Park Activities

Free – $30

James J. Hill Days Dog Park is THE place to be for dog lovers from 10am – 2 pm both Saturday & Sunday at Panoway Plaza. Saturday, September 11 Dachshund Races | Races Start at 12 pm | Registration Opens […]

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Street Market

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 […]

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Lake Minnetonka Carnival

$30 – $80

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 […]

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Food + Drink

Soak up the sun as you stroll Lake Street and sip on a refreshing glass of wine or ice-cold craft beer from the Beer + Wine tents. Savor delicious eats and enjoy food truck specialties.   2026 Food Trucks  Bad […]

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Llama Llovin’ Experience

Don’t miss out on meeting the Llama Squad at Depot Park! These kind, furry friends are here to take pictures with you, give hugs, and take all the treats they can get. Make sure to stop by and visit!    […]

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Guided Historical Walking Tour

FREE

Wayzata Depot Museum Open During James J. Hill Days!  The Wayzata Depot Museum will be open to the public during James J. Hill Days from 12 – 4 pm. Model Train Railroad will run both days from 1- 4 pm […]

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Doggy Olympics & Dog Park Activities

Free – $25

James J. Hill Days Dog Park is THE place to be for dog lovers from 10 am – 2 pm both Saturday & Sunday at Panoway Plaza. Sunday, September 12 Doggy Olympics | 12 pm – 2 pm | Registration […]

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Logrolling

We’re excited to bring fan-favorite logrolling back to James J. Hill Days!    The rolling pool will be right out on Panoway Plaza. By all means, bring your rolling attire or swimming suits to try it out throughout all three […]

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Street Market

Shop over 175 unique vendors on Friday-Sunday, September 10-12, 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 […]

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Lake Minnetonka Carnival

$30 – $80

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 […]

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Food + Drink

Soak up the sun as you stroll Lake Street and sip on a refreshing glass of wine or ice-cold craft beer from the Beer + Wine tents. Savor delicious eats and enjoy food truck specialties.   2026 Food Trucks  Bad […]

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T-6 Thunder Airshow

LOOK UP! As you line Lake Street for the parade, don’t forget to turn toward the sky. Sponsored By      

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Parade

The James J. Hill Days Parade, sponsored by Davey Tree and Walser KIA, takes place on Sunday, September 12 at 3:00 p.m.—and we want you to be part of it! This parade is more than festive floats and marching bands—it’s a celebration of […]