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Sat Jul 26th
Isle Area Farmers Market
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Sat Jul 26th
2025 Beachside Bonanza
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Sat Jul 26th
Meat Raffle
1:00pm
3:00pm
4:00pm
6:00pm
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Sat Jul 26th
Puzzle & Guzzle
Puzzle and Guzzle happens every 2nd and 4th Saturday. Put fun puzzles together while sipping on your favorite drinks!
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Wed Jul 30th
Riverboat Golf Scramble
Annual golf scramble held at Cuyuna Rolling Hills to kick off Riverboat Days Festivities. To register, visit Aitkin.comRegister at https://www.aitkin.com/event-registration
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Wed Jul 30th
Weekly Bingo at Castaways Resort!
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Thu Jul 31st
Trent Bergeron Solo Show
Trent Bergeron is back at The Patio! 🎤🎸. Bringing a wide variety of music and an energetic vibe, Trent’s solo show keeps the crowd engaged and the good times rolling.
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Thu Jul 31st
Meat Raffle
6:00pm
6:00pm
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Fri Aug 1st
Root Beer Floats
Join us for an enjoyable afternoon at the Aitkin Public Library lawn, hosted by the Friends of the Library! Indulge in delicious root beer floats while participating in a variety of fun lawn games. Don't miss out on this delightful event filled with sweet treats and entertaining activities!
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Fri Aug 1st
Meat Raffle
5:30pm—7:30pm
5:30pm
5:30pm
5:30pm
7:00pm
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Fri Aug 1st
Fishing Fridays
Join us as we learn all about fishing! We provide the poles, bait & instructors. Minnesota residents do not need a fishing license for this activity. Rain or inclement weather will cancel the program. Meet at the Interpretive/Visitor Center.
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Fri—Sat Aug 1—2
Riverboat Heritage Days
5:00pm—11:00pm
Enjoy live music from local and regional artists, a craft and vendor fair, a vibrant parade at 3PM, and a Kid's Zone from 11AM-5PM. Explore downtown shops and restaurants, participate in community events, and join the Sip N Stroll; to be part of the parade or street fair, visit event registration.
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Fri—Sat Aug 1—2
Ripplesippi Music Fest
Celebrate summer in downtown Aitkin at Ripplesippi Music Fest, featuring local musicians and family-friendly fun. Proceeds support Aitkin County Friends of the Arts, ensuring a great time for a great cause.
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Fri—Sat Aug 1—2
2025 Riverboat Heritage Days
Save the date for the 2025 Riverboat Heritage Days on August 1st & 2nd in Aitkin, MN, featuring live music, a parade, kid's activities, and a craft fair. If interested in joining the parade or street fair, visit www.aitkin.com/event-registration.
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Fri Aug 1st
Queen of Hearts
Test your luck every Friday night at our Queen of Hearts Drawing at 7pm! With a growing jackpot up for grabs, you could be the next lucky winner. Join us for an evening of excitement as you try your hand at drawing the elusive Queen of Hearts. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, the thrill of possibly hitting the jackpot is sure to keep you coming back. Gather your friends, grab a drink, and see if fortune favors you on Friday!
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Sat Aug 2nd
2nd Annual STAY: Walk, Run and Rally
8:00am—12:00pm
The STAY Run promotes mental health awareness and suicide prevention, reminding everyone that their presence matters and encouraging communities to support each other in creating a safe dialogue about mental health. Participate by running, walking, volunteering, or attending the event for music, speakers, and local resources; registration is free.
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Sat Aug 2nd
Atwater GM Annual Car Show
We are gearing up for our 3rd Annual Car Show here at #AtwaterGM in Aitkin, MN!
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Sat Aug 2nd
Nitti's Hunters Point 3rd Annual Car Show
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Sat Aug 2nd
Smokey Bear's 81st Birthday Celebration!
All activities will be at the Interpretive/Visitor Center.
12:30 - 1:15 p.m. Smokey Activities: Smokey coloring, trivia and face painting
1:30 - 2 p.m. Smokey Bear Appearance: Come meet Smokey and wish him a happy birthday!
2:15 - 3 p.m. Kids' Activities: Smokey Bear Story, Wildfire Prevention Game & Smokey Bear Puppet Show: participate to earn your Smokey Bear's Partner Certificate! Content is designed for younger children, but all ages are welcome!
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Sat Aug 2nd
Aitkin Riverboat Days
The event features a 5k Color Run, duck races, parade, Historical Society garage sale, kid’s zone, annual car show, vendors, and food trucks. Activities are scheduled throughout the day, with the STAY Run starting at 9am and the parade at 3pm; register here.
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Sun Aug 3rd
Kids' Activity: Wildlife BINGO
10:30am—11:15am
Father Hennepin State ParkLearn about area wildlife while trying to get a bingo to win a prize! Meet at the Beach Picnic Shelter. Rain or inclement weather will cancel the program.
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Sun Aug 3rd
Nature Table: Great Blue Heron
Visit with a Naturalist Intern to explore the natural history and behavior of the largest Heron in Minnesota. Stop by the Nature Table in the Beach Area any time from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Rain or inclement weather will cancel the program.
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Thu Aug 7th
Thursday Tunes
Thursday Tunes – with a side of local flavor: Enjoy live music, local food, and a relaxed atmosphere at The Terrace from 4-7 PM on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, June through August, organized by the Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce Retail Committee. Free, family-friendly, and fun - come for the tunes, stay for the magic!
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Fri—Sat Aug 8—9
Deerwood Days
12:01am—11:59pm
A fun-filled outdoor festival with arts, crafts & merchandise booths, kid's activities (face painting, games, treasure box), live entertainment, multiple food & beverage options, live music, beer garden, bake sale, bingo, and more.
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Fri Aug 8th
Shaggy
Rapper, singer, producer, and R&B icon Shaggy is taking the stage at Grand Casino Mille Lacs!
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Fri Aug 8th
JPACK and Songbridge
LIVE MUSIC Join us for a special night benefiting The Terrace, your neighborhood oasis, with Aitkin’s favorite bands—JPACK and SongBridge—on Friday, August 8, from 6:00-9:00 pm at The Terrace, Aitkin, MN. Tickets are "Pay What You Can" with a suggested donation of $10, and every dollar supports local arts in Aitkin County—grab a friend and enjoy!
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Sat Aug 9th
Mille Lacs Kathio State Park Scavenger Hunt
Let the search begin! Grab a Scavenger Hunt Form at the Interpretive/Visitor Center to start your adventure. There will be an indoor and outdoor option. Complete the scavenger hunt & return between 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. to claim your prize.
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Sat Aug 9th
Nature Table: Web of Intrigue
Visit with a Naturalist Intern to explore the natural history and behavior of spiders found in the area. Stop by the Nature Table in the Beach Area any time from 1 - 3 p.m. Rain or inclement weather will cancel the program.
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Sat Aug 9th
John Kerns & Nathan Griner at The Terrace
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Sat Aug 9th
Catnip Cartel-Matt Larson
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music as Catnip Cartel takes the stage! 🎸
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Sun Aug 10th
I Can Fish!
Advance registration is required. Experience the fun of casting into the water and the excitement of a tug on the line! This hands-on program teaches the basics, from fish identification to casting. We provide the bait, equipment, and instructors. You and your family will be ready to begin a lifetime of memories on Minnesota?s lakes and streams! There is a cost to this program, to learn more and register go to www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/ican/fish.html.
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Thu Aug 14th
Web of Intrigue
Enjoy a talk and family-oriented film about eight-legged creatures. Meet at the Interpretive/Visitor Center.
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Thu—Fri Aug 14—15
Northstar Pontoon Demo Dates
In The Market For a New Boat? Join us for Demo Dates from Northstar Pontoons.
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Fri—Sun Aug 15—17
Wahkon Days 2025 - Wave of Flowers
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Fri Aug 15th
Wahkon Days - Friday Night
One to four wheel non street legal parade. Decorate your Golf cart, Side by Side, 4 Wheeler, 3 Wheeler, Lawn Mower, Bar Stool, Bike.
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Sat Aug 16th
Feeding Time!
Snakes are cold-blooded so they don't have to feed as often as warm-blooded animals ... like us! Ask the Naturalist questions while you witness Penelope's and Corny's weekly lunch. Meet inside the Interpretive/Visitor Center.
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Sat Aug 16th
Live Music On The Patio-Fuzzy Music
Join us for Live Music on our Patio from 5:00-8:00 pm.
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Sat Aug 16th
Grand Parade
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Sat Aug 16th
Special Program: Northwoods Niche
Meet live animal guests from Osprey Wilds as we travel through the different levels of the deciduous forest. You'll find out who lives here and what tools these animals have to do their job. Meet at the Amphitheater located next to the Interpretive/Visitor Center. In case of rain or buggy conditions, the program will be held inside the Interpretive/Visitor Center.
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Sat Aug 16th
Mvrrow at The Terrace
Doors open at 6pm
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Sun Aug 17th
Mille Lacs Indian Museum Open House
Stop by to explore the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post during our annual open house! Cost Type: Free
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Sun Aug 17th
Kids' Activity: Makin' Tracks
Learn about animal tracks and tracking ...and take home a ?track souvenir" you make yourself. All ages welcome! Meet in front of the Interpretive/Visitor Center. In case of rain or buggy conditions, the program will be held inside the building.
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Sun Aug 17th
Kids Fishing Contest - Free Picnic in the Park
Kids Fishing Contest. Fishing Gear and Bait Provided. If you bring your own pole - use bobber, sinker and hook. Click Details to find out more.
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Fri—Sun Aug 22—24
Rural Music Festival 2025
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Fri Aug 22nd
Low Down Drifters & Dalton Domino at The Terrace
Doors open at 6pm
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Sat—Sun Aug 23—24
BAM 2025
1:00pm—5:00pm
Aitkin, MN, has been selected as a host location for the Bicycling Around Minnesota (BAM) 2025 four-day tour, promising visitors an unforgettable experience.
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Sat Aug 23rd
JD Graham & Justin Clyde Williams at The Terrace
Doors open at 2pm
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Sat Aug 30th
Miles Nelson & The Rusted Hearts with Kelly Steward at The Terrace
Doors open at 6pm
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Sun Aug 31st
Native American Music and Arts Festival
A day filled with music and art for everyone. There will be over two dozen artists and demonstrators that will be sharing information about their artwork. Cost Type: Free
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Sun Sep 7th
Aitkin Flyers Fly-In Breakfast
Annual wild rice pancake breakfast. Check out the airplanes on the flight line, antique cars and more.
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Sat Sep 13th
Terrace Free Music Series - Big Shiv (Beats/Hip Hop)
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Sat Sep 20th
Terrace Free Music Series - Brendan & Leane Flynn (Folk/Rock)
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Sat Sep 20th
Wild Rice Processing Demonstration
Head to the lakeshore to watch museum staff process wild rice using traditional methods including parching, threshing, and winnowing. Cost Type: Free
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Sat Sep 27th
Archaeology Day
Come enjoy a full day of demonstrations and activities highlighting archaeology and the rich heritage of the Mille Lacs area. Demonstrations and activities will take place at the picnic area, located in front of the Interpretive/Visitor Center. Rain or inclement weather will cause majority of the event to be moved indoors.
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Sat Sep 27th
Terrace Free Music Series - Everybird (Ethereal/Dreamscape)
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Sat Oct 4th
Terrace Free Music Series - The French Hillbillies (Variety)