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Minnetonka: Summer Fest (June 28, 2025)

Minnetonka Summer Fest is the most kid-friendly festival around Lake Minnetonka. This year it will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025. In my opinion, the biggest downside is that it’s only one day long! For adults, there is a main music act from 7:00PM – 10:00PM, but everything before that is dedicated to kids…
Excelsior: Fanfare for the Commons (July 1, 2025)

A pleasant surprise for 2025 — the Minnesota Orchestra will perform a free concert in Excelsior at the Commons park on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. It’s been over a decade since they last performed this “Fanfare for the Commons.” The concert will feature a mix of classical and modern orchestral music. The full set list…
Deephaven: 125th Anniversary Party (June 7, 2025)

To celebrate its 125th anniversary, the city of Deephaven is throwing a celebration on Saturday, June 7, 2025! It will be a humble affair, but the Deephaven event committee clearly put time into organizing this party. They’ve pulled together a nice little festival. As usual, all the essential information is here. If you’re looking for…
Excelsior: Art on the Lake (June 14-15, 2025)

The Excelsior Art on the Lake fair (festival) is an annual favorite in Excelsior, MN. This is smaller than Excelsior’s Apple Days festival (September 2025), but still a great showing with all the staples. This year is the 45th year for the festival! Most of the art vendors that attend this Lake Minnetonka festival will…
Wayzata: Art Experience (June 20-22, 2025)

The Wayzata Art Festival is an annual Lake Minnetonka event held in June along Lake Street in Wayzata. This year is another three-day event taking place on Friday, June 20, 2025 – Sunday, June 22, 2025. The biggest day is Saturday, June 21, 2025. It’s a staple of the Wayzata summer scene, right along with…
Mound: Spirit of the Lakes (July 18-20, 2025)

The summer festivals around Lake Minnetonka are always a highlight of the season, but I’m embarrassed to admit that I’ve never made it to the Spirit of the Lakes Festival in Mound, MN. That changes this year. The Spirit of the Lakes Festival this year starts Friday, July 18 and ends Sunday, July 20. The…
Boat to Breakfast: Cabana Anna’s Restaurant Review

There’s one thing Lake Minnetonka residents and visitors alike can agree on: there are never enough true dockside restaurants. While the area is dotted with excellent dining options and scenic lake views, only a few allow you to tie up your boat and step directly into a dining experience. That’s where Cabana Anna’s steps in,…
Excelsior: Concerts in the Commons (May 28-August 20, 2025)

My favorite summer series around Lake Minnetonka is the annual “Concerts in the Commons.” This is a completely free set of concerts, every other Wednesday, from late May to late August at the Excelsior Commons park. It’s free, it’s outside, and there’s live music and food trucks. What’s not to love? The most important information…
Lake Minnetonka Breweries: By Boat, By Bike

Lake Minnetonka isn’t just a boating and fishing paradise — we have the restaurants and drinks to go with it. Around its shores, you’ll find breweries that tap into its lakeside vibes. Best of all, these Lake Minnetonka breweries are all accessible by boat or bike. Excelsior Brewing Company 421 Third Street, Excelsior, MN 55331…
Best Coffee Shops on Lake Minnetonka

The cities scattered around Lake Minnetonka are known for their local, small-town history. Whether you’re looking for a latte from a boutique coffee shop, or just a good remote work location, these are the most charming coffee shops on Lake Minnetonka. The Lobby 234 Water Street, Excelsior The Lobby is located in the heart of…