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Thursday, July 2

Spark! Puppets at Moonshine Park

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyFreeMoonshine ParkEaganThe Spark! Mobile brings daily puppet performances for kids and the young at heart to a park near you.

Spark! Puppets at Bridle Ridge Park

11:15 AMFamily FriendlyFreeBridle Ridge ParkEaganThe Spark! Mobile brings daily puppet performances for kids and the young at heart to a park near you.

Burnsville (Thursday) Farmers' Market

11:30 AMMarkets & FairsMary, Mother of the ChurchBurnsville2026 Farmers' Market Vendor Line-Up (based on seasonality and subject to change) Susan's Raw Honey Farm LLC Bisek Bees Bakery Laila's Pizza Eggroll Queen Great Harvest Bueling Enterprises Aspen Ridge…

Strudels @ Burnsville Farmers Market

11:30 AMFood & DrinkBurnsville Farmers MarketBurnsvilleFind all your favorite sweet and savory take-and-bake strudels every Thursday this summer at the Burnsville Farmers Market! Join us from 11:30am–3:30pm in the parking lot of Mary Mother of the…

Farmington Farmers Market

2:30 PMMarkets & FairsFarmington

Obstacle Course

3:00 PMFamily FriendlyDakota County Library – FarmingtonFarmingtonDrop in at the library for a full-body movement experience navigating tunnels and hoops, hopping down a path and balancing on stepping stones. For youth ages 2–6.

Picnic in the Lavender

4:00 PMCommunityThe Lavender BarnyardFarmingtonWhat an amazing way to spend an evening! Bring your date or your best friends and relax amongst the lavender.

Big Backyard Concert Series: Six to Midnight

5:00 PMLive MusicFreeThe Big Backyard at Viking LakesEaganThis week we host musical guest Six to Midnight, a high-energy cover band playing 90’s hits, 2000s favorites, and today’s chart-toppers. Not to be out done by our featured food truck this week…

Stars & Stripes Scavenger Hunt and Craft Night

5:00 PMFamily FriendlyFreeChick-fil-A Apple ValleyApple ValleyStars & Stripes Scavenger Hunt and Craft Night! Join us at Chick-fil-A Apple Valley on Thursday, July 2nd from 5–7pm for a night of fun!

Gears & Beers Car Show - Thursdays!

6:00 PMCommunityRosemountEvery Thursday 6pm to 8pm Please Register your cars to guarantee yourself a spot every week!

Star Wars Unlimited Weekly

6:00 PMCommunityBurnsville$10 Pack Payout based on record!

Trent Shaw's Trainwreck Duo Patio Party

6:00 PMLive MusicBald Man BrewingEaganBald Man Brewing's is THE PLACE to be for live music as we have been voted by you in The Sun as 'best live music venue' in town by bringing in the best local talent to entertain you while you enjoy…

Women Veterans Statue Dedication

6:00 PMCommunityFreeEagan Central Park Tribute PlazaEagan

Valley Vortex Skate Day at Apple Valley Freedom Days

6:30 PMOutdoor & RecreationApple Valley SkateparkApple ValleyCome join Apple Valley Parks & Recreation and Zombie Boardshop for Valley Vortex Skate Day during Apple Valley Freedom Days! Get ready for an evening of music, skating, prizes, and nonstop park…

Thursday Trivia Night at Bogart's

7:00 PMFood & DrinkFreeBogart's Entertainment CenterApple ValleyCalling all thinkers, guessers, and lucky guess champions. Join us for the Best Trivia in the Twin Cities - every Thursday Night from 7–9 PM, hosted by Sporcle.

Wondra Academy of Intuitive and Energy Arts - Silence & Sacred Listening

7:00 PMCommunityGreen Lotus Yoga & Healing CenterLakevilleLearn More and see full schedule or register for in person or virtual: https://www. greenlotusyogactr.