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Get Out: Weekend Events in and around Inver Grove Heights

Looking for places to go and things to do this weekend? Check out some of these ideas.

  • Kaposia Days in South St. Paul
    When/Where?
    Fri., June 24 through Sun., June 26, various times and locations throughout South St. Paul.
    Why Go?
    Kaposia Days are a three-day weekend filled with enjoyable events for the whole family. This year, the city is celebrating the 35th year of this fun annual event. The party starts Friday with a pool party, food court, tennis and softball tournaments and the Grande Parade; it ends with a pancake breakfast, kite fly, petting zoo, hot dog picnic, and a fireworks display on Sunday night—just to name a few events. You can get a complete listing of everything in between—from pro-wrestling to crawling baby races—at http://www.kaposiadays.org.
    Pricing:
    Varies; most events are free, and many are discounted with a $3 purchase of the Kaposia Days event button.
  • 17th Annual Eagan Art Festival
    When/Where?
    9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat. June 25 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m on Sun. June 26. at Central Park, 1501 Central Parkway in Eagan.
    Why Go?
    A juried exhibition that includes 100 artists, this fantastic fine arts event features a wide variety of extraordinary works of art, plus lots of children’s activities, food and outstanding live performances. A new tent this year showcases the creative talents of young artists ages 13-19, celebrating this year’s theme, “Youth in Art.” For more info, visit click the link above.
    Pricing:
    Free
  • Sumo Wrestling at B-52 Burgers and Brew
    When/Where?
    10 p.m. to close on Fri. June 24 and Sat. June 25, at B-52 Burgers and Brew in Inver Grove Heights.
    Why Go?
    How often do you get to experience the hilarious thrill of—as the folks at B-52 suggest—strapping on a sumo suit and knocking around your friends? Here’s your unique chance to be a fierce sumo wrestler.
    Pricing:
    Free
  • Free Pickle Ball Demo
    Where and When?
    9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Sat. June 25 at , 2810 70th Street E. in Inver Grove Heights.
    Why Go?
    If you’ve heard of Pickle Ball and wondered what it’s all about, here’s your chance to find out.  Learn the rules, strategies and general game play of this exciting new sport from a knowledgeable pickle ball instructor.  Some paddles and balls will be available for use.  For more information, call 651-450-2585 or visit http://www.funatthegrove.com.
    Pricing:
    Free
  • 13th Annual Twin Cities Jazz Festival
    Where and When?
    Various times from June 23-25 at Mears Park, 221 East 5th St. in St. Paul.
    Why Go?
    The biggest free outdoor jazz festival in our region, the annual Twin Cities Jazz Festival features a thrilling lineup of national headliners and numerous local musicians who will fill the air with the sound of topnotch jazz in a fantastic setting. Click the link above for more details, including a schedule.
    Pricing:
    Free
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