Page 22 Area Community Guide • March 2026 RODEO, PARADE AND FESTIVAL:
ISANTI RODEO & JUBILEE DAYS JULY 9-12, 2026
Rodeo, Parade and Festival: Isanti Rodeo & Jubilee Days July 9-12, 2026 Guests of all ages, every year, delight in this summer extravaganza! The North 65 Chamber of Commerce organizes Jubilee Days in partnership with many community organizations while the Isanti Rodeo Association, powered by Isanti Fire District firefighters, hosts the annual rodeo. The weekend promises something for everyone in the way of entertainment and fun with activities taking place along Isanti’ s Main Street, near city hall, and near Bluebird Park and the Rodeo grounds.
The 2026 Jubilee Days kick off on Thursday, July 9 with a fly-over by the T6 Thunder and a parade that winds its way through the heart of Isanti. The parade features numerous floats, classic cars, tractors, marching bands, churches, businesses and community organizations. The spectacle draws a large number of parade goers each year, and those in the know come early to find a good seat. For information on how to participate in the parade, visit North65Chamber. com. After the parade, guests can walk down to Bluebird Park for Fireworks in the Park, a spectacular display hosted by the City of Isanti.
On Friday, families can gather in Bluebird Park where the city of Isanti hosts Splish Splash Summer Bash, a free water-themed fun day featuring giant inflatable water slides and more! Friday and Saturday nights, July 10- 11, will feature the PRCA Rodeo and the many activities associated with it organized by the Isanti Firefighters Rodeo Association.
On Saturday, July 11 there is plenty of action taking place in Isanti’ s downtown area. The day starts with Rodeo Run / Walk, open to walkers and runners of all ages. Many visitors enjoy the Craft and Vendor Fair. In addition to these local artisans, businesses and community organizations set up booths to provide information and entertainment. Food vendors of all sorts are on hand to satisfy hungry appetites. A BMX Strider Race, followed by a variety of free family friendly activities such as balloon artistry, petting zoo, live music, games. The VFW Auxiliary organizes a Kiddie parade while the Isanti Lions host turtle races and a corn feed. Be sure to check the schedule of events for a complete listing of all you can do! The running of the 36th annual Isanti Outhouse Races wraps up the day in downtown, with just enough time to grab your boots and cowboy hat for another night at the rodeo.
Jubilee Days conclude with the 2026 lsanti Ambassador coronation ceremony on Sunday, July 12. People enjoy watching the ambassadors’ crowning moments and discovering who will represent the community at festivals and parades across the state this year.
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce organizes Jubilee Days in partnership with many community organizations. Organizers welcome your support! Volunteers, sponsors, and participants work together to bring this successful festival to the community. If you would like to get involved, contact the North 65 Chamber of Commerce at north65chamber. com, call 763-689-2505, or follow the event on Facebook @ IsantiRodeoJubileeDaysRodeo.
Competitors and spectators ride into Isanti from far and wide to participate in the two-day Isanti Firefighters Rodeo sanctioned by the national Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association, set for July 10-11 at 6:30 p. m. The national rodeo celebrates its 50th year in 2026.
The event runs at the Isanti Firefighter’ s Rodeo Grounds, 500 3rd Ave., Isanti, and features such favorite events as bull riding, saddle and bronc riding as well as timed events including barrel racing, calf roping, steer wrestling and team roping.
The local fire department Professional Rodeo fundraiser also offers entertainment for everyone from the rugged roper to the tenderfoot. After the rodeo ends, live music moves people to the dance floor as the band Maiden Dixie will play on Friday and Them Pesky Kids and Six to Midnight will perform on Saturday. Admission to the rodeo also provides free admission to the concert!
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