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2026 Strolling Accordion
May 01 - Dec 31
Fri, May 1 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 5:00 pm
Sun, May 3 @ 5:00 pm
Fri, May 8 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, May 9 @ 5:00 pm
Sun, May 10 @ 5:00 pm
Fri, May 15 @ 5:00 pm
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Fri, May 1 @ 6:00 pm
Birds & Blooms - A Gallery Show Celebrating New Beginnings!
May 01 - May 30
Fri, May 1 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 12:00 pm
Sun, May 3 @ 12:00 pm
Mon, May 4 @ 12:00 pm
Tue, May 5 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, May 6 @ 12:00 pm
Thu, May 7 @ 12:00 pm
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Deep Mapping
May 01 - May 09
Fri, May 1 @ 10:00 am
Sat, May 2 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, May 6 @ 10:00 am
Thu, May 7 @ 10:00 am
Fri, May 8 @ 10:00 am
Sat, May 9 @ 12:00 pm
Herons & History Guided Kayak Tours
May 01 - Jul 17
Herons & History Guided Kayak Tours
Presented by Wahoo Adventures at St. Croix River
May 01 - Jul 17
Fri, May 1 @ 8:30 am
Fri, May 15 @ 8:30 am
Fri, May 29 @ 8:30 am
Fri, Jun 5 @ 8:30 am
Fri, Jun 19 @ 8:30 am
Fri, Jun 26 @ 8:30 am
Fri, Jul 17 @ 8:30 am
Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt
May 01 - May 17
Fri, May 1 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 1:00 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 4:00 pm
Sun, May 3 @ 2:00 pm
Fri, May 8 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, May 9 @ 1:00 pm
Sat, May 9 @ 4:00 pm
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Live Music at Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub
May 01 - Dec 26
Fri, May 1 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, May 8 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, May 9 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, May 15 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, May 16 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, May 22 @ 7:00 pm
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Munchkin Markets Spring Pop Up Sale
May 01 - May 03
Fri, May 1 @ 10:00 am
Sat, May 2 @ 9:00 am
Sun, May 3 @ 9:00 am
Unforgotten Washington County Stories from the Korean War
May 01 - Feb 01
Fri, May 1 @ 10:00 am
Sat, May 2 @ 10:00 am
Sun, May 3 @ 10:00 am
Mon, May 4 @ 10:00 am
Tue, May 5 @ 10:00 am
Wed, May 6 @ 10:00 am
Thu, May 7 @ 10:00 am
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Valley Pottery: 2,000 years Exhibition
May 01 - May 09
Fri, May 1 @ 10:00 am
Sat, May 2 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, May 6 @ 10:00 am
Thu, May 7 @ 10:00 am
Fri, May 8 @ 10:00 am
Sat, May 9 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 10:00 am
Thu, May 7 @ 2:00 pm
Fri, May 8 @ 2:00 pm
Sat, May 9 @ 10:00 am
Thu, May 14 @ 2:00 pm
Fri, May 15 @ 2:00 pm
Sat, May 16 @ 10:00 am
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Sat, May 2 @ 3:00 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 10:00 am
May 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
2026 Strolling Accordion
Presented by Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter at Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter Stillwater, MN
Various performers stroll the Gasthaus dining rooms during dinner service every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday throughout the year. Please see our calendar of events for more information.
Learn More May 01, 2026
A Love Letter to the St. Croix with Diane Wilson
Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at The Phipps Center for the Arts Hudson, WI
Mitákuye Oyás'iŋ – We Are All Related. Diane and Rosetta Peters (Marine on St. Croix) work remotely with an all-female cohort of Očeti Šakowiŋ writers from South Dakota and Minnesota. The Wówapi Kága Oyáte writers will be in the St. Croix Valley to share their work alongside Diane and Rosie for this celebratory event. MAY 1 / 6pm / The Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson This project was supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov. NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley is also supported by the Human Family Unity Foundation.
Learn More May 01, 2026 - May 30, 2026
Birds & Blooms - A Gallery Show Celebrating New Beginnings!
Presented by Stillwater Art Guild Gallery at Stillwater Art Guild Gallery Stillwater, MN
This will be a gallery-wide exhibit focusing on new beginnings - Spring Birds and Blooms, New Ownership, and all the new Artists who have recently joined the gallery! Join us for a reception on Saturday, May 2nd, 4-7 pm to meet Jessica Lynne-Bennett new owner, as well familiar artists and new artists.
Learn More May 01, 2026 - May 09, 2026
Deep Mapping
Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Stillwater, MN
DEEP MAPPING Explore the places and stories of the St. Croix River basin with multiple maps by St. Croix 360 founder and writer Greg Seitz. This exhibition and the work for his upcoming book (UMN Press, 2028) will look past the usual tropes of lumberjacks and settlers to the diverse peoples, ecosystems and communities that have created the watershed as we know it today. A Dakota language map by Marlena Myles showing Minneapolis (Village of Many Lakes) & St. Paul (Village along the White Cliffs) will also be featured. This exhibit is in conjunction with Valley Pottery: 2,000 years VALLEY POTTERY: 2,000 YEARS The St. Croix valley is famous for its vibrant community of ceramic artists, but did you know that pottery traditions in the St Croix valley go back over 2,000 years? Ed Fleming, archaeologist with the Science Museum of Minnesota, has been studying these ancient traditions and how pottery styles demonstrate trade and movement along the rivers of the Midwest. “The St. Croix is this great north-south corridor that crosses biomes,” Fleming says. “It connects the north woods to the prairies.” Potters working here today created pieces inspired by the forms, decorations and stories they learned about during a recent visit to the Science Museum in St. Paul. EXHIBITION OPENING APRIL 2 / 6-8pm / ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater ON VIEW THRU MAY 9 / Wed & Fri, 10am-4pm; Thurs, 10am-7pm; Sat, 12-4pm / ArtReach St. Croix This project was supported in part by the National Endowment…
Learn More May 01, 2026 - Jul 17, 2026
Herons & History Guided Kayak Tours
Presented by Wahoo Adventures at St. Croix River Stillwater, MN
These tours provide great views of local wildlife and the opportunity to hear lumber-era stories from your scenic VIP seat! You will see eagles, herons, egrets, cormorants, islands, turtles, and a lumber-era cave. No experience is necessary. Includes: 90-minute guided river tour, lesson, safety overview, all gear, transportation to and from the water, snack, and water. Price per adult and children 12 and over: $55. All kayaks are singles. Meet at Boomsite Private Marina at 9369 St Croix Trail N, Stillwater, MN 55082. This is NOT the PUBLIC DNR Boomsite launch. Call us for your own private and custom tour for friends and family on other dates and times.
Learn More May 01, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt
Presented by The Phipps Center for the Arts at The Phipps Center for the Arts Hudson, WI
But what they find is a pirate, and he sends them on a treasure hunt, racing against rivals Tall Boy and Smart Girl! Can they find the hidden clues, crack the secret codes, and solve the tricky puzzles before time runs out? A funny, adventurous play for young audiences based on the Judy Moody books by Megan McDonald.
Learn More May 01, 2026 - Dec 26, 2026
Live Music at Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub
Presented by Water Street Inn, Charlie's Irish Pub at Charlie's Irish Pub Stillwater, MN
Kick back with great food, your favorite drinks, and the sounds of talented local musicians in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. The perfect way to start—or end—your weekend. View our monthly music calendar at: https://waterstreetinn.us/calendar/
Learn More May 01, 2026 - May 03, 2026
Munchkin Markets Spring Pop Up Sale
Presented by Munchkin Markets at Washington County Fairgrounds Stillwater, MN
Get ready to shop, save, and score amazing finds at the Munchkin Markets Stillwater Sale! This one-weekend pop-up is packed with thousands of gently used kids’ items from local families—clothing (newborn through size 14), toys, books, baby gear, shoes, and more—all priced 40–90% off retail. It’s the perfect way to stock up for the next season while saving money and giving items a second life Join us at the Washington County Fairgrounds (Buildings C & D), 12300 40th St N, Stillwater, April 30–May 3: Thursday, April 30 (3–8pm) pre-sale for sellers and Gold Pass shopping; Friday, May 1 (10am–8pm) open to the public with $5 admission; Saturday, May 2 (9am–4pm) free admission; and Sunday, May 3 (9am–2pm) Discount Day with many items—including ALL books—half price. Whether you’re shopping for deals or looking to declutter and earn, this is a can’t-miss local event! Gold Pass and Early Bird Tickets available at: https://events.ticketleap.com/events/munchkin-markets
Learn More May 01, 2026 - Feb 01, 2027
Unforgotten Washington County Stories from the Korean War
Presented by Washington County Parks at Washington County Historic Courthouse Stillwater, MN
The Korean War (1950–1953) is often called the “Forgotten War,” overshadowed by World War II that ended just five years earlier. But in Washington County, it is anything but forgotten. Eleven local men were killed in action during the war, and their stories continue to live on in the memories of families, friends, and the community they left behind. Their service, sacrifice, and experiences form a powerful chapter in our shared history. Visit the Washington County Historic Courthouse to explore an exhibit that brings these stories to life.
Learn More May 01, 2026 - May 09, 2026
Valley Pottery: 2,000 years Exhibition
Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Stillwater, MN
VALLEY POTTERY: 2,000 YEARS The St. Croix valley is famous for its vibrant community of ceramic artists, but did you know that pottery traditions in the St Croix valley go back over 2,000 years? Ed Fleming, archaeologist with the Science Museum of Minnesota, has been studying these ancient traditions and how pottery styles demonstrate trade and movement along the rivers of the Midwest. “The St. Croix is this great north-south corridor that crosses biomes,” Fleming says. “It connects the north woods to the prairies.” Potters working here today created pieces inspired by the forms, decorations and stories they learned about during a recent visit to the Science Museum in St. Paul. This exhibit is in conjunction with Deep Mapping Exhibition DEEP MAPPING Explore the places and stories of the St. Croix River basin with multiple maps by St. Croix 360 founder and writer Greg Seitz. This exhibition and the work for his upcoming book (UMN Press, 2028) will look past the usual tropes of lumberjacks and settlers to the diverse peoples, ecosystems and communities that have created the watershed as we know it today. A Dakota language map by Marlena Myles showing Minneapolis (Village of Many Lakes) & St. Paul (Village along the White Cliffs) will also be featured. EXHIBITION OPENING APRIL 2 / 6-8pm / ArtReach St. Croix, Stillwater ON VIEW THRU MAY 9 / Wed & Fri, 10am-4pm; Thurs, 10am-7pm; Sat, 12-4pm / ArtReach St. Croix This project was supported in part by the National Endowment for…
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May 02, 2026 - May 03, 2026
An Evening With Spirit
Presented by Locale Makers Market & Boutique at Locale Makers Market & Boutique Stillwater, MN
After three unforgettable events in January, we are thrilled to welcome Thomas John back for two very special nights of messages. The response from our January gatherings said it all: “I don’t think people realize what an opportunity it is to have such an intimate gathering with Thomas where your odds of receiving a reading are so high.” “We need him to come back so I can bring all of my friends. This was an amazing experience!” During these events, Thomas will deliver messages from Spirit and Loved Ones to as many attendees as possible. Whether you personally receive a message or simply witness the experience, the room fills with validation, healing, and moments that stay with you long after the night ends. I can personally say that my own reading with Thomas was profoundly healing, and in January I watched so many hearts soften, open, and heal through the messages shared. These events will sell out again. Space is limited - so grab your tickets now and be part of something truly special!
Learn More May 02, 2026 - Jun 12, 2026
Art's House Gallery Featured Artists - "Color Play" with Sue Cranston & Tyler Boles
Presented by Art's House Gallery at Art's House River Falls, WI
Spring is in full bloom at Art’s House Gallery with the bold mixed media imagery of Sue Cranston and the vibrant color palette of Tyler Boles glass. Journey through memories of Sue’s school days with black boards, gold sticker achievement stars and “all the girls.” Then lose yourself in the beautiful lightplay within the shapes, patterns and forms of Tyler’s bowls, plates, and pineapple textured stemless wine cups. This playful show runs April 30th through June 6th 2026. Our “Meet the Artists” reception will be held on Thursday, May 7th from 6:00–8:00 PM. Stop in and enjoy live music by Mike Cooper, along with light refreshments, good company, and great art! See you then!
Learn More May 02, 2026
Book Launch: Jolene Brink, author of Overburden, in Conversation with Kathryn Kysar
Presented by Stillwater Public Library at Stillwater Public Library Stillwater, MN
A reading by local author Jolene Brink will launch the publication of her first poetry collection, Overburden, which was selected for the Walt McDonald First-Book Series in Poetry from Texas Tech University Press. Jolene Brink was born and raised in northern Minnesota. Her poetry and prose have appeared in Orion, New England Review, Poetry Northwest, The Carolina Quarterly, Southern Humanities Review, and elsewhere. She received her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Montana, where her first poetry chapbook, Peregrine, won the Merriam-Frontier Award. She currently works for the University of Minnesota. Jolene will be joined by local poet Kathryn Kysar, author of Dark Lake and Pretend the World. Kysar is the creative writing program founder and English professor at Anoka-Ramsey Community College. Valley Bookseller will be available for book sales. Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Learn More May 02, 2026
Gammelgården Museum of Scandia: Season Opening Celebration
Presented by Gammelgården Museum of Scandia at Gammelgården Museum Scandia, MN
May 2nd, at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Season Opening Day marks the first day of the 2026 season. This family-friendly, free event will feature many exciting activities and exhibits! · View new exhibits in the Welcome House (Välkommen Hus). · See the historic buildings and look for some artifacts that have not been displayed before. · Enjoy a variety of food from three food trucks. · Do hands-on historical activities by each of the buildings. · Shop at the Arts, Crafts, and Vendor Fair. Participating vendors as of April 12, 2026, include: – Apothecary’s Daughter – Carol’s Glass Creations – Chelsey’s Jams and Jellies – Chickadee Forest – Drew’s Blades – Nord Lake Reflections – Scandia Sister City Committee – Shaped by Water – Susan Woodworking – UMN Extension Washington County Master Gardeners – Milkweed, Monarchs, and Pollinators Team · Watch artists and educators do demonstrations throughout the day. Participating demonstrators as of April 12, 2026, include: – Drew’s Blades – blacksmithing demonstrations – UMN Extension Washington County Master Gardeners – Milkweed, Monarchs, and Pollinators Team – demonstrations about how native plants support diversity plus hands-on activities for youth and adults. · Support youth by shopping at the Kids Entrepreneur Market. · Visit with organizations that have displays and information about immigrants and pioneers who were in Minnesota at the same time that Swedish immigrants were moving and settling in the state. A list of participating organizations will be posted closer to the event. · Play-and-Win Games – Sponsored by Stonemaier Games · Shop in Gammelgården’s…
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May 02, 2026
Paris in the 20's
Presented by The Outing Lodge at Pine Point at The Outing Lodge at Pine Point Stillwater, MN
Join us for an evening celebrating the magic of Paris in the 20’s! Delicious food, enchanting music, spirited conversations, old friendship and new friendship.. it will be a memorable and poetic evening at The Outing Lodge! There is not a “dress code,” however, many guests choose this occasion to don their 20’s themed attire… “If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast.” Hemingway 6pm: Social Hour: Bar Opens, Complimentary Champagne Toast & assortment of hors d'oeuvres, Music 7pm: Plated Menu: (House Wines included in your dinner) Live Music is planned as part of this event!
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