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Live Music – Private Oates

FREE

FREE entertainment all weekend long on Sandvold Stage located at Minnetonka Avenue and Lake Street!  Covering the music of Hall & Oates and making your dreams come true since 2013! Don’t miss the sweet sounds of this fantastic group.  2025 […]

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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 5th from 5 – 9 pm to sample beers from 20+ breweries, enjoy 20+ food […]

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Friday Night Street Market

The 2025 James J. Hill Days Street Market application has closed. If you are interested in being added to our waitlist, please submit your information by clicking the “reserve a spot” orange button. Sponsor booths are still available. If interested, contact […]

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Imola Motorsports Megashow Preview

Get Ready for the Megashow Preview!  Imola Motorsports is hosting its 16th annual Open House Mega Car Show on Saturday, September 6, 11 am – 2 pm, in Plymouth. Stop by James J. Hill Days to preview their incredible cars […]

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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. 2025 Food Trucks  Agave Express […]

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Lake Minnetonka Carnival

$30 – $80

Discounted Pre-Sale Carnival Tickets on sale NOW through September 4 Full price tickets available September 5-7 at Lunds & Byerlys Wayzata and Carnival Ticket Booth  Step right up! James J. Hill Days, Lake Minnetonka’s largest 3 -day Festival, is right […]

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Movie On The Lawn Featuring Cars

FREE

Movie On The Lawn Featuring Disney’s  Pixar Cars! Aspiring champion race car Lightning McQueen is on the fast track to success, fame, and everything he’s ever hoped for—until he takes an unexpected detour on dusty Route 66.  Friday, September 5 […]

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Live Music & Street Dance – Stereo Kitchen

FREE

FREE entertainment all weekend long on Sandvold Stage located at Minnetonka Avenue and Lake Street!  Stereo Kitchen recreates music from all eras and for all walks of life. You cannot resist the dance floor to up-gunned versions of songs by […]

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Pickleball Plaza & Battle of the Paddles

Join us at the Wayzata Depot Pickleball Plaza for two days of all things pickleball, including a Picklemart where you can shop the latest trends in pickleball apparel and supplies, test drive a new paddle, or join a pickleball club. […]

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Coaster Cart Derby

$25

ALL KIDS WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE (6-14 yr old)!  Don’t miss this family event using gravity-propelled vehicles. The Coaster Cart Derby is intended solely as an enjoyable event for youth (boys & girls, 6 to 14 year olds), families, and spectators. […]

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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 10 am – 4 pm. Model Train Railroad will run both days from 12- 4 […]

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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 10 am – 2 pm both Saturday & Sunday at Panoway Plaza. Saturday, September 6 Dachshund Races | Races Start at 12 pm | Registration […]

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Street Market

The 2025 James J. Hill Days Street Market application has closed. If you are interested in being added to our waitlist, please submit your information by clicking the “reserve a spot” orange button. Sponsor booths are still available. If interested, contact […]

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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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Free Boat Rides with Your Boat Club

Free Boat Rides on Saturday, September 6!  Your Boat Club will be at James J. Hill Days near COV offering free boat rides from 10 am – 7 pm. They will also be holding a contest for a free boat […]

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Lake Minnetonka Carnival

$30 – $80

Discounted Pre-Sale Carnival Tickets on sale NOW through September 4 Full price tickets available September 5-7 at Lunds & Byerlys Wayzata and Carnival Ticket Booth  Step right up! James J. Hill Days, Lake Minnetonka’s largest 3 -day Festival, is right […]

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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.   2025 Food Trucks  Agave […]

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Live Music – Taylor Robert with Roll N Soul Band

FREE

FREE entertainment all weekend long on Sandvold Stage located at Minnetonka Avenue and Lake Street!  Taylor Robert with Roll N Soul band brings an uplifting catchy blend of Blues, Soul, Pop and Rock that will be sure to have you […]

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Llama Llovin’ Experience

Don’t miss out on meeting the Llama Squad! 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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Live Music – Powertap

FREE

FREE entertainment all weekend long on Sandvold Stage located at Minnetonka Avenue and Lake Street!  Ten member cover band in Minneapolis. Rock & roll, soul, pop, country, blues, 80’s hair metal, even a little early-90’s rap and everything in between! […]

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Live Music & Street Dance – High & Mighty

FREE

FREE entertainment all weekend long on Sandvold Stage located at Minnetonka Avenue and Lake Street!  High and Mighty is THE premiere dance band in the Midwest. With decades of experience performing on the live stage, this act boasts an incredible […]

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Pickleball Plaza & Battle of the Paddles

Join us at the Wayzata Depot Pickleball Plaza for two days of all things pickleball, including a Picklemart where you can shop the latest trends in pickleball apparel and supplies, test drive a new paddle, or join a pickleball club. […]

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Puppies & Pilates with Club Pilates!

Get ready for the ultimate feel-good free fitness event! Join us for a lighthearted Pilates class surrounded by your adorable pups, playful energy, and lots of tail wags. This class is suitable for all levels and designed to bring joy, […]

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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 10 am – 4 pm. Model Train Railroad will run both days from 12 – […]

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Street Market

The 2025 James J. Hill Days Street Market application has closed. If you are interested in being added to our waitlist, please submit your information by clicking the “reserve a spot” orange button. Sponsor booths are still available. If interested, contact […]

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Lake Minnetonka Carnival

$30 – $80

Discounted Pre-Sale Carnival Tickets on sale NOW through September 4 Full price tickets available September 5-7 at Lunds & Byerlys Wayzata and Carnival Ticket Booth  Step right up! James J. Hill Days, Lake Minnetonka’s largest 3 -day Festival, is right […]

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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.   2025 Food Trucks  Agave […]

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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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Imola Motorsports Popup

Imola Motorsports is back on Sunday, showing incredible cars! The cars are for display only. Touching or entering them isn’t permitted.   About Imola Established in 2009, IMOLA has built a reputation as a premier destination for independent automotive repair. […]

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Live Music – ACES & 88’s Dueling Pianos

FREE

FREE entertainment all weekend long on Sandvold Stage located at Minnetonka Avenue and Lake Street!  ACES & 88’s Dueling Pianos are 2 top-notch piano players (CharlieO and Auryn Grimm) who will sing and play almost any song the audience requests. […]