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JANUARY
RITTER FEST Enjoy snowmobile rides , dogsled rides , snowshoeing and s ’ mores at Ritter Farm Park .
FEBRUARY
CHAMBER ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DINNER AND AWARDS CELEBRATION A recap of the past year , plans for this year and individual and business excellence awards .
ACTIVITIES & SPORTS FESTIVAL Hosted by Lakeville Community Education , 60 local organizations that offer sport , activity , and education opportunities .
MARCH
LAKEVILLE LANDSCAPE , HOME & CONSUMER EXPO Over 100 exhibitors , highlighting all the best the area has to offer from home improvement to retail , professional , medical , wellness , business and education services .
STATE OF THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY PROGRAM The Chamber and City give updates on economic development in Lakeville .
APRIL
SUDS FOR SCHOLARS TASTING EVENT A night of beer tasting and FUNdraising with the Chamber Foundation . One hundred percent of ticket sales go toward scholarships for Lakeville seniors and Chamber members pursuing continuing education .
EASTER EGG HUNT & BREAKFAST GOLDEN Enjoy Easter activities and then an egg-stra special egg hunt through downtown Lakeville !
MAY
TOURISM LUNCHEON & ATTRACTIONS EXPO Highlights the importance of tourism and recognizes Lakeville ‘ s hospitality talent with our prestigious Star Awards .
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CHAMBER GOLF CLASSIC Chamber members kick off the golf season at this fun-filled day of golf , food , fun and prizes .
DOWNTOWN LAKEVILLE ART CRAWL Features artists showcasing their work within the historic downtown area . Live music and events . Meet local artists , watch live demonstrations , and purchase artwork while exploring historic downtown Lakeville .
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ELKO SPEEDWAY Thru Oct . Weekend fun at the premier racing facility in Midwest , high-banked 3 / 8 mile paved oval races . Under NASCAR division .
JUNE
FARMERS MARKET June through October on Wednesdays and Saturdays in Downtown Lakeville .
PUPPET WAGON Bring your blanket or lawn chairs , relax and enjoy the shows . Locations vary , June-August . Schedule at lakevillemn . gov .
JULY
PAN-O-PROG Week-long festival of events starting the Sunday after July 4th . Live music , family activities , classic car parade and show , Beer Brats & Bingo . Cruise Night and Grand Parade are held in Downtown Lakeville , events and tournaments in various locations throughout town . Panoprog . org for full schedule of events .
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AUGUST
DAKOTA COUNTY FAIR Weeklong fair with special days for kids , military and seniors . Dakota County Fairgrounds .
CITYWIDE BLOOD DRIVE Join the City , Chamber , Rotary and many service organizations for this life-changing event .
TASTE OF LAKEVILLE The Lakeville Rotary presents live entertainment , wine and beer tastings , food samplings from local restaurants silent auction . Lakeville Area Arts Center .
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THE OPEN DOOR 5K , 1 MILE FUN WALK & KIDS RUN Benefits and supports food insecure residents in county . Casperson Park
SEPTEMBER
BOWLING FOR EDUCATION Tournament fun that benefits Lakeville Area Schools , teachers , and students .
LAKEVILLE ART FESTIVAL Over 100 artists , live music , youth art tent , community art project , artist demos , literary art , food & wine and shopping . Lakeville Area Arts Center .
OCTOBER
STATE OF THE SCHOOLS PROGRAM The Lakeville school district provides an annual update on ISD # 194 . LakevilleChamber . org
CHAMBER FALL GALA Members and sponsors enjoy the Chamber ’ s most anticipated themed affair of the year !
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DL BOO Trick-or-treat at several of our Downtown Lakeville businesses !
HAUNTED FOREST FESTIVAL Trick-or-treat maze , hayrides , children ’ s entertainment and the haunted forest trail . Steve Michaud Park
LIVE2LEAD Priority Living of MN and Maxwell Leadership host leadership experience with world-class speakers for personal and business development .
NOVEMBER
360 COMMUNITIES FIRE & ICE GALA Help in the moment , Hope for the future . Your support changes the lives of local families .
HOMEFRONT HEROS GALA ThinkGREAT Foundation celebrates and awards scholarships to military spouses .
RUN THE RITTER 3 mile , 5 mile , or 10 mile run / walk with post race hot breakfast . Chip timed & awards . Proceeds benefit Lakeville parks . Ritter Farm Park
DECEMBER
HOLIDAY ON MAIN Crafts , treats , carolers , reindeer , and live entertainment with Santa in Downtown Lakeville .
CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE Experience living history firsthand with costumed interpreters and demonstrations . Dakota City Heritage Village at the Dakota County Fairgrounds .
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