APPLE VALLEY FARMINGTON ROSEMOUNT
COMMUNITY GUIDE | 2023
Following is a list of attractions in the cities of Farmington , Rosemount and Apple Valley .
Farmington
Dakota County Fairgrounds – The sprawling acreage of the Dakota County Fairgrounds on Farmington ’ s southern edge is home to more than just the Dakota County Fair . The site has also been the venue for other events , such as car shows , concerts and more . To find out more about the fairgrounds , go online to www . dakotacountyfair . org or call the General Fair Office at 651-463-8818 .
Dakota City Heritage Village – Dakota City Heritage Village offers visitors the chance to experience rural life in 1900-era Dakota County . A recreated historic village and museum , Dakota City ’ s 5-acre site includes 22 buildings . It offers special events throughout the year with costumed interpreters and demonstrations . The village and museum are open for educational programs , senior groups , celebrations and tours by reservation . Located on the Dakota County Fairgrounds , 4008 220th St . W ., Farmington , 651-460-8050 , email : info @ DakotaCity . org , website : www . DakotaCity . org .
Vermillion River – The Vermillion River has long been recognized as one of the best places for trout fishing in central Minnesota . The city of Farmington provides public access within Rambling River Park . The trout stream portion
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begins above Cedar Avenue and ends downstream of the Highway 52 bridge . Additional access is available at the Miles A . M . A . on the north side of County Road 66 east of Highway 3 . More information is at bit . ly / 2nFCxcO .
Rosemount
Central Park Splash Pad – This aquatic park that has little or no standing water opened in July 2014 . It has a variety of ground nozzles that spray water upward and a moving water feature that turn on by hand for a limited time . It is open seasonally from 9 a . m . to 9 p . m . at 2893 145th St . W . For more information , call the Parks and Recreation office at 651-322-6000 .
Irish Sports Dome – Open since January 2005 at 13901 S . Robert Trail , the dome has more than 100,000-square-feet of space for soccer , lacrosse , softball , batting cages and other sports training areas . The dome offers “ open dome times ” on occasion . It also offers youth sports classes . Check the website for details at www . irishsportsdome . com . To reserve time for a team , contact sales @ irishsportsdome . com .
The Pond – The ice arena at 3400 150th St . is open to hockey players of all levels using a 3-on-3 model for fullice development . It has a dryland facility for off-ice training . For more information about classes or rentals call 651- 322-7322 or email info @ thepondmn . com . The website is at