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Friday, July 10

ZARS Advanced Riding School | DCTC

8:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationDakota County Technical CollegeRosemountJoin ZARS for an Advanced Riding School date at Dakota County Technical College in Rosemount, Minnesota.

Craft and Bake Sale

9:00 AMFamily FriendlyLakevilleVariety of unique, hand crafted items including jewelry, wood wall décor, clothing, accessories, pet items, and more! Homemade baked goods for sale.

Historical Exhibit

9:00 AMCommunityLakevilleLakeville Historical Society, inside Heritage Center, contains displays, information and artifacts from our history! TWO DAYS: Friday, July 10: 9am-3pm Saturday, July 11: 9am-Noon Stop by the Craft…

Pan-O-Prog Art Sale (day 1 of 2)

9:00 AMFamily FriendlyLakevilleSponsored by: Park Dental TWO DAYS: Friday, July 10: 9am-3pm Saturday, July 11: 9am-3pm The annual Art Sale is held indoors. Local artisans will be displaying their work - featuring garden art as…

Alcohol Ink Sumflower

10:00 AMArts & CultureBurnsvilleExplore the vibrant and unpredictable world of alcohol inks! In this class, you’ll learn a variety of techniques to create dynamic effects as you paint a simple yet striking sunflower.

Apple Valley Villa Summer Outdoor Market

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsFreeApple ValleyJoin us at the Villa for our Outdoor Summer Market! Browse a variety of local vendors offering popcorn, flowers, fresh produce, sourdough bread, and more.

Art on the Lawn (day 2 of 2)

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyLakevilleJoin the staff of the Lakeville Arts Center to create an art project on the lawn. Choose from painting and ceramic art kits.

BOHO Marketplace

10:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationFreeLakevilleTHREE DAYS: Friday, July 10: 10am-4pm Saturday, July 11: 10am-4pm Sunday, July 12: 10am-4pm FREE parking onsite and FREE Trolley Shuttle Service from downtown Lakeville FREE TROLLEY 10am-4pm…

Business Showcase

10:00 AMCommunityLakevilleDakota Curling Lot- Grab a bite from a nearby food truck, stroll and shop at our Pan-O-Prog sponsor booths and our local businesses!

🛍️ E + M Co. Boutique Annual Sidewalk Sale! 🛍️

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsLakeville🛍️ E + M Co. Boutique Annual Sidewalk Sale!

Ping Pong Ball Drop and Youth Play Day

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyLakevilleLive music, prizes and fun in the park! Presented in Partnership with Frandsen Bank!

Spark! Puppets at Lebanon Hills Regional Park

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

Spark! Puppets at Ridgecliff Park

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

Door knock launch

1:00 PMCommunityBurnsvilleYou’re invited to come door-knock with us every Friday starting @ 1:00 PM and every Saturday starting @ 10:00 AM! Same time, same place every week!

Pickleball - 4 Person Coed Team Tournament

1:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLakevillePickleball courts at the new Grand Prairie Park Three full days: Friday 1pm to 9pm - 4-person coed team event Saturday 8am to 1pm - Women's doubles Saturday 1pm to 9pm - Men's doubles Sunday 8am to…

Touch-A-Truck

1:00 PMFamily FriendlyFreeLakevilleKids of all ages can climb in 15+ mighty machines and learn about a-day-in-the-life from the people that get to operate them. Food trucks nearby.

Eagan Lakefest

3:00 PMCommunityFreeEaganLakefest has two events in 2026. Join us to learn fishing basics from shore, learn about aquatic life, play games, and build water-themed craft projects.

Race Car Alley

3:00 PMFamily FriendlyFreeLakevilleMeet local race car drivers, collect autographs/prizes at kids’ scavenger hunt, get a temporary tattoo, try changing a real race tire. Prizes, free mini checkered flags (kids), & a DJ.

Round Up Fundraiser at Lakeville Culver's!

3:00 PMCommunityLakeville3 people responded Event by Pawsitive Perspectives Assistance Dogs (PawPADs) 17800 Kenwood Trl, Lakeville, MN 55044-9492, United States Duration: 4 hr Public · Anyone on or off Facebook Join us for a…

STEM Challenge

3:00 PMFamily FriendlyFarmingtonExplore and play with science, technology, engineering, and math concepts. From pendulum towers to paper rockets, this program will challenge you to put on your thinking cap and get creative!

Track Night 2026: Dakota County Technical College

3:30 PMOutdoor & RecreationFreeDakota County Technical CollegeRosemountTrack Night in America is a non-competitive, no-stress, entertaining, easy and inexpensive way for nearly anyone who lov

First Friday: Moving Paper Fish

4:30 PMArts & CultureFreeEaganCreate a colorful and interactive paper fish! Use simple folding, gluing, and cutting techniques.

Friday Night Magic Draft

5:00 PMCommunityLakevilleCome join us for our weekly FNM Draft! The set(s) we draft will usually coincide with releases, but sometimes we will just do a Chaos Draft for the fun of it!

Live Music in Apple Valley!

5:00 PMLive MusicFreeApple ValleyJoin us for live music in Apple Valley, weekly on Fridays from 5:00pm-8:00pm.

AV Concert Series Featuring The Riverside Hitmen - A Free, All-ages Show at Bogart's

5:30 PMLive MusicFreeApple ValleyJoin us Fridays for the Apple Valley Summer Concert Series, inside at Bogart's. This week we welcome The Riverside Hitmen.

Forged Spirits: Vodka

6:00 PMFood & DrinkEaganThis month, we’re mixing things up with a celebration of bold, vibrant flavors — all centered around vodka. Join us at Viking Lakes for an immersive cocktail experience, guided from start to finish…

FREE LIVE MUSIC W/ DANIEL NATHAN

6:00 PMLive MusicFreeBurnsvilleThe area's BEST LIVE MUSIC is at Buck '54 Bar and Grill! Experience free live music like never before EVERY FRIDAY at the Buck '54 Bar & Grill Weekly Live Music Series!

Friday Night Special

6:00 PMFamily FriendlyBurnsville⏰ 6 PM – 9 PM 🎟️ Just $15. 95 per person Enjoy UNLIMITED: 🔫 Laser Tag ⛳ Mini Golf 🏎️ Krazy Kars 🎮 Includes a $3 Arcade Game Card Upgrade your fun: 🤸 X-Treme Trampoline + $3 🧸 Play Zone + $3 ⚠️…

Team Jigsaw Puzzle Contest at Trove Brewing Co with Sarah Does Puzzles LLC

6:00 PMCommunityBurnsvilleBuild a team of up to 4 people and see how quickly you can complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishing teams.

Steve Daly at Babe's for Pan O Prog!

6:30 PMLive MusicLakevilleServing up Solo Acoustic Music before the big show!

Beer Pong Tournament

7:00 PMFood & DrinkRosemount American Legion Post 65RosemountHosted by The Sons of The American Legion Squadron 65 on the 2nd Friday of the month.

COSMIC Night

7:00 PMFamily FriendlyBurnsvilleEvery Friday & Saturday, the lights go down at 7 PM, the music cranks up, and neon takes over the park for an electrifying night you won’t forget. Grab your Cosmic Glow Kit, bring your crew, and…

Lakeville Loonatics @ Red Wing Aces

7:30 PMOutdoor & RecreationRed Wing Athletic FieldLakevilleThe Lakeville Loonatics hit the road to take on the Red Wing Aces at Red Wing Athletic Field. Follow along and cheer on your Loonatics.

Corey Rae White at Wildcats

9:00 PMLive MusicEaganGreat Food, Amazing People, Beer, and Live Music!