Throughout the Saint Croix valley and throughout the year communities celebrate with festivals and fairs, and a wide variety of other events. Music Festivals, Car Cruise In’s, Ethnic Festivals, County Fairs, Art Walks, and City Wide Garage Sales --- Events and Festivals range from the quirky to the quintessential.
Here you can view the list of Valley Festivals, Events that have happened in the past.
Shafer, MN – Shafer Days – September 13-14, 2019
Shafer Days is an annual celebration, held the third weekend in September. Activities include: parade, fireman’s dance, car show, coronation, treasure hunt, bingo, music, tractor show, food, vendors, and the lawn mower tractor pulls. The City of Shafer Parks sponsor National Night Out, the first Tuesday in August. http://www.shafermn.com/shaferdays.html
Read MoreRiver Falls, WI – Bacon Bash – September 14-15, 2019
A Porktaculare, 2 Day Festival celebrating all things Bacon! Fun pig-themed activities for the entire family! Enjoy live music, merchandise from local artists, and much more! Bacon lovers will be in hog heaven while sampling over 30 different bacon-inspired dishes from the region’s best local restaurants, food vendors and trucks. Young and …
Read MoreRiver Falls, WI – Car Cruze In – September 15, 2019
Don’t Miss this One-of-A-Kind Car Show on Main Street Classic cars, rat rods, motorcycles, and other show vehicles welcome to cruise historic Main Street in Downtown River Falls. Sponsored by the River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau. http://www.rfchamber.com/
Read MoreAlmelund, MN – Apple Festival – September 15, 2019
Celebrate the Harvest ! Celebrate harvest at the Almelund Apple Festival! Apple goodies to eat, along with Swedish sausage on a stick. Music and entertainment throughout the day. Tour the Amador Heritage Museum and walk through rustic log cabins while participating in crafts and skills from days gone by. https://www.fairsandfestivals.net/events/details/2019-almelund-apple-festival
Read MoreBayport, MN – Derby Days & Taste of Bayport – September 20, 2019
Spread the word to Friends and Family – Derby Days is Back for 2019! Friday Night: Street Dance 6:00 – 7:00 open mic 7:30 – 10:30 live music (TBD) Saturday Events 9-11:00 Breakfast at the Bayport Legion 9-4:00 Book sale at the Bayport Library 10-3:00 Maker’s Market in Village …
Read MoreAfton, MN – Art in the Park – September 28 & 29, 2019
Welcome to Afton Art in the Park 2019 We invite you to visit the charming St. Croix River town of Afton, MN on September 28th & 29th, 2019. The 41st Annual two day outdoor fine arts and traditional craft fair takes place in Afton’s quaint, Town Square Park and features over …
Read MoreRiver Falls, WI – Autumn Trek Ride – September 22, 2019
THE BEST AUTUMN BIKE RIDE IN THE VALLEY The 21st annual Autumn Trek bike ride starts just east of the Twin Cities at Hoffman Park in River Falls, Wisconsin on September 22, 2019, and takes you through some of the most scenic countryside in Western Wisconsin. http://rivervalleytrails.org/autumn-trek/
Read MoreStillwater, MN – Crusin on the Croix Vintage Car Show – September 18, 2019
Cruisin’ on the Croix Invites owners and car lovers to exhibit and view vintage, classic, street and hot rod automobiles in a beautiful river town stetting of Stillwater, Minnesota. We have dashboard plaques for the first 200 cars and a terrific crew to welcome owners into the show. From genuine …
Read MoreStillwater, MN – Take Me to the River – September 7-29, 2019
Take Me to the River 2019: September 7-29 Discover the Intersection of Art and Nature in the St. Croix Valley. Art Fairs Four the St. Croix Valley’s top art fairs take place in September each year. Art on the Kinni, the Marine Art Fair, Afton Art in the Park and …
Read MoreStillwater, MN – Ladies Night Out – September 12, 2019
Ladies Night Out on Main Street – September 12 Spend the day and evening with your friends, shopping and dining your way around historic downtown Stillwater! Win prizes! Visit stores and restaurants and collect stamps on your passport. Bring your passport to the finale and win prizes! Sept 12th is …
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