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Saturday, February 28

6th Annual Flannel Gala

All dayCommunityCelebration Church LakevilleLakevilleJoin us for the 6th Annual Flannel Gala at Celebration Church Lakeville! A fun, casual gala event where flannel is the dress code. Food, fellowship, and community fun.

Brew with Andrew

All dayCaribou CoffeeRosemount

Family Fun Day at We Rock the Spectrum

All dayFamily FriendlyWe Rock The Spectrum - EaganEaganFamily Fun Day at We Rock the Spectrum Eagan! Enjoy a day of inclusive play for kids of all abilities. Activities, sensory play, and fun for the whole family.

Frank Weber at Angry Inch Brewing

All dayLive MusicAngry Inch BrewingLakevilleCatch Frank Weber performing live at Angry Inch Brewing in Lakeville! Great live music with craft beer.

Masters of the Sky: A Gathering of Owls

All dayCommunityCarpenter Nature CenterHastingsDiscover the amazing world of owls in this special edition of Carpenter's annual Masters of the Sky live bird show.

MN Valley H.O.G. Chapter Winter Party!

All dayArts & CultureCasper's Cherokee Of EaganEaganMN Valley Harley Owners Group Chapter Winter Party at Casper's Cherokee Of Eagan! Join fellow riders for a fun winter gathering.

Peer-to-Peer Citizenship Workshop (February 2026)

All dayArts & CultureEagan Wescott LibraryEaganPeer-to-Peer Citizenship Workshop at the Eagan Wescott Library. Get help and guidance on the U.S. citizenship process from trained volunteers.

PokéCon DAY!

All dayCommunityEagan Community CenterEaganPokéCon DAY at Eagan Community Center! A day dedicated to all things Pokémon - trading cards, video games, collectibles, and more. Fun for all ages.

Puzzle Contest!

All dayCommunityShakopee VFW Post 4046ShakopeeFirst puzzle contest hosted by Shakopee Valley Lions. Registration open.

Rescue Network - MN Adoption Event

All dayArts & CulturePetSmartEaganRescue Network MN Adoption Event at PetSmart in Eagan! Meet adoptable pets and find your new furry family member.

The Cellar Presents: Burlesque & Cocktails

All dayArts & CultureFarmer's CellarLakevilleThe Cellar Presents: Burlesque & Cocktails at Farmer's Cellar in Lakeville! An evening of burlesque entertainment paired with craft cocktails. Must be 21+.

ZUMBA!!!

All dayArts & CultureFamily ChiropracticLakevilleJoin Family Chiropractic in Lakeville for ZUMBA! A fun, high-energy dance fitness class for all levels.

Saturday Morning POUND in Rosemount

8:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationRosemount Middle SchoolRosemountSaturday Morning POUND in Rosemount

Breakfast at the Zoo!

8:30 AMFood & DrinkMinnesota ZooApple ValleyBreakfast at the Zoo! Warm up a winter morning with PJs and pancakes at the Minnesota Zoo. From 8:30 - 10 a.m., enjoy a build-your-own pancake bar. You can top your stack of flapjacks with butter, map

Cabin Fever Reliever Puzzle Tournament

8:45 AMCommunityTilden Community CenterHastingsGather your puzzle fanatic friends or family.

Ground Work Clinic

9:00 AMCommunityCornerstone on the VermillionHastingsNo Excuses Ground Work Clinic at Cornerstone on the Vermillion horse training facility.

R&R | Recognize & Respond to the Voice of God

9:00 AMCommunityFreeFarmington CampusFarmingtonFaith-based gathering focused on recognizing and responding to God's voice.

Hearts and Holofoil TCG Card Show

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsNerdin Out (Inver Grove Heights)Inver Grove HeightsBuy, sell, and trade TCG cards at this holofoil card show.

Preschool Open Gym

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyFarmington Community EducationFarmingtonSupervised open gym play session for preschool-aged kids.

Bar Olympics 2026

10:30 AMOutdoor & RecreationCountry EstatesHastingsGather a team of 4 and go for gold competing in high skill level games like tippy cup, air hockey, quarters and more.

Mini Me Sports Demo

10:45 AMFamily FriendlyFarmington Community EducationFarmingtonFun sports demo day where kids can try different activities in a supportive setting.

Apricot Lane Spring Preview Event

11:00 AMMarkets & FairsFreeApricot LaneSavagePreview spring fashion at Apricot Lane with a $250 wardrobe credit giveaway.

Pick Your Project Workshop

11:00 AMArts & CultureBoard & Brush LakevilleLakevilleCreate your own unique wood sign.

Saturday Night Acoustics with Melissa Schulz

11:00 AMLive MusicFreeBogart's Entertainment CenterApple ValleyPowerful vocals. Dynamic keys. A request-friendly night packed with hits. Saturday, February 28th Music 6:30 - 9:30pm. Free Show (No Cover). We're thrilled to welcome Melissa Schulz to Bogart's this w

2026 South Metro Polar Plunge

12:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationCrystal Beach ParkBurnsvilleAnnual Polar Plunge fundraiser for Special Olympics Minnesota. 12PM.

Anime Drawing Workshop (grades 2-6)

12:00 PMArts & CultureScott Highlands MiddleApple ValleyDraw and color your favorite anime characters! Learn how to evoke humor through exaggeration, break down the study of facial anatomy and proportions, and take a detailed look at facial expressions. De

Meet The Rabbit Rescue Of MN Adoptables!!

12:00 PMCommunityCanine ConnectionBurnsvilleMeet adoptable rabbits from Rabbit Rescue of MN. 12-2PM.

Reserve at Cedar Creek Grand Opening

12:00 PMCommunityFreeReserve at Cedar CreekLakevilleGrand opening celebration for the new Reserve at Cedar Creek community.

Succulent Bar Workshop

12:00 PMCommunityGertensInver Grove HeightsBuild your own succulent arrangement at this Gertens workshop.

The Ever After Wedding Expo and Fashion Show

12:00 PMMarkets & FairsThe Confluence HotelHastingsStroll through beautifully curated displays featuring the latest wedding trends.

02/28 Paint Flutter & Bloom at American Legion, Apple Valley, MN at 1 PM

1:00 PMArts & CultureApple Valley American LegionApple ValleyJoin us for a fun-filled afternoon painting Flutter & Bloom on an 11 x 14 wrapped canvas at American Legion in Apple Valley, MN! Whether you are a painting enthusiast or a beginner, our talented artis

Community Band Showcase

1:00 PMLive MusicHastings Middle SchoolHastingsCombined concert with the River Valley Band of Hastings MN and the Fridley City Band from Fridley MN.

Hands-On Art: Mosaic Unity Trail Benches

1:00 PMArts & CultureVeterans Memorial Community CenterInver Grove HeightsHelp create mosaic trail benches in this community art project.

Paint Flutter & Bloom at Apple Valley American Legion

1:00 PMArts & CultureApple Valley American LegionApple ValleyPaint Flutter & Bloom on canvas at Apple Valley American Legion. All ages, all supplies included.

Coach Purse Bingo

1:30 PMCommunityCelts Pub of Inver Grove HeightsInver Grove HeightsWin Coach purses playing bingo at Celts Pub.

Blooming Basket Workshop

2:00 PMCommunityGertensInver Grove HeightsCreate a gorgeous blooming basket with expert guidance at Gertens.

Bethel's Rock Church Food Distribution

3:00 PMArts & Culture14201 Cedar AvenueApple ValleyDrive thru food distribution. $25 cash donation. No residency or income requirements. Receive an abundance of groceries. We offer Pre-registration online, available until 3 pm the day before the distr

Leprechaun Days Bingo Bash

4:00 PMSeasonal & HolidayRosemount Community CenterRosemountLeprechaun Days Bingo Bash

Raffles x Races

4:30 PMCommunityIGH VFW Post 9433Inver Grove HeightsWin prizes at raffles and horse races at the IGH VFW.

Roll for Joy: Adventurers League

5:00 PMCommunityDreamers Vault GamesBurnsvilleTabletop roleplaying game event by Roll for Joy nonprofit. 5-8PM.

Edina Realty Foundation Fundraiser

5:30 PMCommunityThe Savage TapSavageSupport the Edina Realty Foundation with live music, food, and a silent auction.

Bedrace for Bridging 2026

6:00 PMCommunityBuck HillBurnsvilleAnnual fundraiser for Bridging where teams race beds down a ski hill. 6PM.

Candle Decorating Social

6:00 PMCommunityMoonLeaf MNShakopeeDecorate taper candles with wax. Each ticket includes three candles. Adaptogenic mocktails included. $30 per person. 6 - 8 PM.

Collab Official Social Event

6:00 PMCommunityMystic Lake CasinoPrior LakeCollab Official Social Event at Mystic Lake Casino.

Next Stop Comedy Show

6:00 PMCommunityNext Stop ComedyPrior LakeNext Stop Comedy Show at Next Stop Comedy.

Them Pesky Kids at Bogart's Entertainment Center

6:00 PMLive MusicBogart's Entertainment CenterApple ValleyArena Rock Energy. Up Close and Personal. Saturday, February 28th Doors at 6PM | Music starts at 8PM. Get your tickets online and save! Them Pesky Kids bring the good times and recreate the awesome at

I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change - The Musical

7:00 PMLive MusicInver Hills Community CollegeInver Grove HeightsLaugh along with this romantic musical comedy at Inver Hills.

Live Music Performance by Mike Poot

7:00 PMLive MusicNew Badger Hill BrewingShakopeeMike Poot performing on the Badger Hill Stage. 7 - 10 PM.

The Ya Ya Boys @ Farmington Tap House & Grill

7:00 PMLive MusicFreeFarmington Tap House & GrillFarmingtonLive music from The Ya Ya Boys at Farmington Tap House & Grill.

7 Wonders of Rock at Lakeville Community Theater

7:30 PMLive MusicLakeville Community TheaterLakevilleHigh-energy tribute show celebrating the greatest rock bands of all time.

The Giver

7:30 PMArts & CultureInver Grove Heights Community TheaterInver Grove HeightsCatch a live performance of the classic novel 'The Giver.'

Next Stop Comedy at T.J. Hooligan's Prior Lake

8:00 PMCommunityT.J. Hooligan'sPrior LakeNext Stop Comedy at T.J. Hooligan's Prior Lake at T.J. Hooligan's.

Russell Peters: RELAX World Tour

8:00 PMArts & CultureMystic Lake Casino HotelPrior LakeRussell Peters: RELAX World Tour at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel.

Bad Behavior Returns to Niesens!

8:30 PMLive MusicNiesen'sSavageBad Behavior rocks Niesen's with another high-energy live show.

DJ DIESEL

9:00 PMLive MusicThe PointePrior LakeDJ DIESEL at The Pointe.

Live Music From Maiden Dixie

9:00 PMLive MusicCelts Pub of Inver Grove HeightsInver Grove HeightsEnjoy live tunes from Maiden Dixie at Celts Pub.

Salsa del Soul LIVE @ Med Cruise Cafe!

10:30 PMCommunityMediterranean Cruise CafeBurnsvilleLive salsa music by Salsa del Soul. 10:30PM-1AM. $20 cover.