events

Another weekend brimming with activity with Fireman’s Dance, Fourth of July, and more

Jul 1, 2026

Hope you are ready for another big weekend for local events because there is a lot planned. Let’s get into it. Fireman’s Dance The 128th annual Lake City Fireman’s Dance is Friday, July 3, at the Lake City fire hall from 3 p.m. until midnight. The annual fire department fundraiser features live...

It’s unofficially summer

May 28, 2025

Memorial Day kicks off the summer season for many, and in a lakefront community, that means a seasonal influx of boaters, tourists, and residents. It’s also the season of some of the city’s largest community events. First up is Tour de Pepin on June 7. This non-competitive bicycle ride around Lake...

Much to do this weekend

May 18, 2022

If you are someone who believes there’s never anything to do in Lake City, this weekend will surely test that theory. If you’re someone who is determined to do it all: good luck to you. Saturday, May 21, in particular is jam packed with local events. Sunday has things happening too. Saturday, May...

Lincoln High School all-school play 2021

Nov 3, 2021

Tickets are available at Lake City Fresh Market and Lincoln High School Activities office as well as before the show. ($8 for adults, $6 for students and seniors.) The shows are Nov. 12 and 13 at 7 p.m., and Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. at Lincoln High School Auditorium.

Veterans Day 2021 at Lincoln High School

Nov 3, 2021

The program at Lincoln High School begins at 12:45 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. The public is welcome to attend. It will feature music, patriotic displays, and speeches. The student speaker at the event is Reese Anderson. Staff Sgt. Nikita N. Bergstrom will deliver the keynote address.

Oktoberfest in VFW Parking Lot

Sep 29, 2021

Food, drink and live music in the Lake City VFW Parking Lot. Part of Lake City Fall Fest.

Fall Fest Touch a Truck at Patton Park

Sep 29, 2021

Children can get an up-close look at many kinds of work vehicles. Part of the new Lake City Fall Fest.

Lake City Firemen's Dance 2021

Jun 24, 2021

A day-long celebration to raise money for the Lake City Fire Department. Facebook Event Page.

Water Ski Days 2021

Jun 24, 2021

The 49th annual Lake City Water Ski Days festival. Official website.

LCAA celebrates ‘Member of the Year’ Pat Swanson with special exhibit

Sep 16, 2020

Lake City Area Arts (LCAA) has announced that its member of the year, Pat Swanson, will have a special gallery show called “My Artistic Journey” on Sept. 19, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lake City Area Arts Center. The exhibit features original watercolor paintings, batik hangings with photos...