Events for April 2026
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Sat, Jul 11 @ 10:00 am
Stillwater Lumberjack Days 2026
Jul 17 - Jul 19
Fri, Jul 17 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Jul 18 @ 12:00 pm
Sun, Jul 19 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Jul 18 @ 10:00 am
Mon, Jul 20 @ 10:30 am
Summer Camp - Art Camp - Little Crafters Series
Jul 20 - Jul 24
Mon, Jul 20 @ 9:30 am
Tue, Jul 21 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 22 @ 9:30 am
Thu, Jul 23 @ 9:30 am
Fri, Jul 24 @ 9:30 am
Summer Camp - Art Camp - Watercolor Series
Jul 20 - Jul 24
Mon, Jul 20 @ 9:30 am
Tue, Jul 21 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 22 @ 9:30 am
Thu, Jul 23 @ 9:30 am
Fri, Jul 24 @ 9:30 am
Sat, Jul 25 @ 7:00 am
Sun, Jul 26 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Jul 31 @ 6:00 pm
Summer Camp - Art Camp - Room Refresh Series
Aug 03 - Aug 07
Mon, Aug 3 @ 9:30 am
Tue, Aug 4 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Aug 5 @ 9:30 am
Thu, Aug 6 @ 9:30 am
Fri, Aug 7 @ 9:30 am
Jul 11, 2026
Water & Stone: Geology on the St. Croix Paddle
Presented by Wild Rivers Conservancy at Osceola Landing Shafer, MN
The geologic story of the St. Croix River is rich with history and one of the best ways to see for yourself is from the seat of a kayak. Join us as we paddle along this stretch of geologic importance where we’ll witness the iconic Dalles of the St. Croix and learn how water and stone have come together to create this natural beauty. Meet your Wild Rivers Conservancy Paddle Guides! Owen has been planning and leading events as the Outdoor Program Coordinator at the Conservancy since 2024. Previously he has worked as an outdoor guide leading canoe and backpacking expeditions throughout North America, and as an adaptive ski instructor in the mountains of Colorado. He is a certified Wilderness First Responder and trained in risk management for a multitude of outdoor settings. October is the Conservancy's Outdoor Program Specialist and an avid outdoorsman throughout the midwest. He has been kayaking and fishing since his youth, and adventured up and down the coast from Washington to Alaska. He now resides in the St. Croix valley and has years of experience guiding throughout his favorite places along the Riverway. Details: This is a fully supported paddle. You will be provided with kayaks, paddles, and PFDs, as well as a shuttle service from your vehicle to start the paddle. Cost: $65 Vehicle Admission: N/A River Stretch: Taylors Falls to Osceola Landing Paddle Length: ~6 miles Paddle Difficulty: Beginner friendly Bathrooms: Located at the start, halfway point, and end of paddle. Where to…
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Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
Wine Meets Art Festival
Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Stillwater, MN
Wine Meets Art Festival at Saint Croix Vineyards! Enjoy a day of local art and crafts, local award winning wines and local food. All paired with wonderful music! Interact with artists and artisans as you stroll through the show. Free Admission! Local Art! Local Crafts! Food Trucks Free mini massages Try our delicious wine slushies! https://www.scvwines.com/calendar
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Jul 15, 2026
Fly Fishing 101
Presented by Wild Rivers Conservancy at Lakefront Park Hudson, WI
Have you ever wanted to learn how to fly fish but don’t have gear? Are you beginning your fly fishing journey but can’t quite nail a perfect cast? Let Wild Rivers Conservancy and the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway reveal the mysteries of fly fishing to you! By the end of this dry land course, you’ll have all the knowledge you’ll need to catch your first fish on the fly! Thanks to a grant from the National Park Foundation, we will provide all the necessary equipment and teach you the basics such as knot tying, fly casting, wading safety, fish species identification, regulations & ethics. All you need to bring is a positive attitude, weather-appropriate clothing and water bottle! This course is recommended for 13 years old and older. Meet your instructor: October Yates is an avid outdoorsman throughout the midwest. He has been kayaking and fishing since his youth, and adventured up and down the coast from Washington to Alaska. He now resides in the St. Croix valley and has years of experience guiding people throughout his favorite places along the Riverway.
Learn More Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026
Stillwater Lumberjack Days 2026
Presented by at Downtown Stillwater Stillwater, MN
Join us for one of Stillwater's favorite traditions, where the heart of Stillwater comes alive with energy, excitement and community spirit - Lumberjack Days! Enjoy live music all weekend long, test your skills in a bocce ball tournament or in the downhill derby. Sample local wine & spirits. Browse unique vendors, savory tasty treats and explore the fun-filled children's market plus so much more. And the weekend wouldn't be complete without the wonderful parade! From family-friendly fun to festive nightlife, there's something for everyone at Lumberjack Days Visit lumberjackdays.com for a full schedule of activities.
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Jul 18, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026
Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market - July
Presented by RSG Development at Washington County Fairgrounds Stillwater, MN
This fun outdoor event is held once a month May thru Sept. at the Washington County Fairgrounds in the Stillwater/Lake Elmo area. (Located just south of Hwy 36 on Hwy 15, also called Stillwater Blvd.) Our vendors and crafters have an offering of everything from A to Z!! Find antiques, household, furniture, garden art, clothing, tools, sports, jewelry, collectibles, vintage, food, arts and crafts, new, old, rusty and rustic, local fresh produce and much, much, more. Awesome food vendors on site too! FREE admission and parking. Find us in the South Parking Lot area of the Fairgrounds. Visit our website for more information and like us on Facebook @ stillwaterfleamarket to get up-to-date information. Signing up vendors now for this season. Booth space only $65 for the whole weekend. Hours 9am-3pm both Saturday and Sunday. 2026 dates: May 16-17, June 27 -28, July 18-19, August 29-30, September 26-27
Learn More Jul 18, 2026
Wild Wanderers: Summertime by the River
Presented by Wild Rivers Conservancy at Arcola Bluffs Day Use Area Stillwater, MN
The Wild Wanderers Hiking Club invites people of all ages to explore the St. Croix and Namekagon Riverway through guided hikes in some of the most beautiful lands that define our region. We strive to encourage a love of the outdoors, connections to nature, others, and ourselves, through shared appreciation for our natural environment. It may be hot out, but it's still a great time to get together and hike along the beautiful St. Croix River! Join us at Arcola Bluffs Day Use Area, a wonderful trail area managed by our friends at the National Park Service. Ages: All ages Price: $10
Learn More Jul 20, 2026
Carpenter Nature Center St. Croix Valley Golf Scramble
Presented by Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center at Hastings Golf Club Hastings, MN
Tax-deductible event! Sponsorships available! Grill-out Lunch | BBQ Rib Dinner | Raffles | Special Games | $20 Mulligans | Buy-a-Drive | Hole-in-One Contest | Longest Drive | Longest Putt Check-in & Lunch | Beginning at 10:30am Shotgun Start | 12:00pm Social Hour | Starting at 5:00pm Dinner & Prizes | Following Social Hour $125 per golfer OR $500 per foursome Premium Individual and Team ticket packages available! Registration fee includes green fees, golf cart, meals, and a $30 donation to CNC
Learn More Jul 20, 2026 - Jul 24, 2026
Summer Camp - Art Camp - Little Crafters Series
Presented by AR Workshop Stillwater, MN at AR Workshop Stillwater, MN
Expect a week full of: Screen-Free Summer Fun Creative STEAM Skills Confidence Through Crafting When: Monday-Friday from 9:30AM - 1PM Cost: Early Bird - $215, After Feb. 14 - $250, Discounts for multiple campers Projects: Squeegee Art 12x16 Plank Wood Sign DIY Canvas Apron Cactus Rock Set Canvas Pillow Cover Please note: projects may vary from above.
Learn More Jul 20, 2026 - Jul 24, 2026
Summer Camp - Art Camp - Watercolor Series
Presented by AR Workshop Stillwater, MN at AR Workshop Stillwater, MN
Expect a week full of: Screen-Free Summer Fun Creative STEAM Skills Confidence Through Crafting When: Monday-Friday from 9:30AM - 12:00PM Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and drink to enjoy during breaks. Cost: Early Bird - $215, After Feb. 14 - $250, Discounts for Multiple Campers Projects: T-shirt and Watercolor Techniques Watercolor Notecards Watercolor Map Watercolor Frame & Template Watercolor Tote Bag
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Jul 25, 2026
Opera on the River
Presented by St. Croix Valley Opera at Lowell Park - South Stillwater, MN
We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets to enjoy an evening in the park! There will be a VIP section with catering up front. You can find more information at www.scvopera.org/ootr The evening will take the audience on a magical sunset trip down a river of music, from lush, romantic arias and comedic duets to rousing chorus numbers from some of the world's most beloved opera classics, as well as fan-favorite musical theatre numbers. Rain Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, Stillwater, MN
Learn More Jul 25, 2026
St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon
Presented by Run Stillwater at Water Street Inn Stillwater, MN
The St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon, 10K and 5K starts in western Wisconsin and ends in downtown Stillwater, Minnesota – one of America’s most scenic small towns. This diverse course includes scenic tree-lined roads, picturesque farms, the beautiful Loop Trail between Minnesota and Wisconsin and crosses the St. Croix River over the St. Croix Crossing bridge. Runners love this fully-paved course finishing at the historic Stillwater Lift Bridge in downtown Stillwater. Conveniently located in the outskirts of the Twin Cities metro area, the St. Croix Crossing Half Marathon showcases the best of the St. Croix River valley.
Learn More Jul 26, 2026
Emerald Festival Arts/Handcrafts/Farm & Flower market.
Presented by St Croix Catholic Iconographers Guild at St Michael's Stillwater, MN
Open to all Artists and Cottage Food industries. This has been a very popular annual event held on the St. Michaels campus in Stillwater. New this year we are trying to recruit more farm related items and thus the call for cottage food industries. SUNDAY JULY 26TH, 2026 10:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. $30 COVERS THE FEE OF AN 8-FT TABLE. St Croix Catholic iconographers guild has been instrumental in the success of this event and will again be present. Join us. Application due by May 15th
Learn More Jul 31, 2026
Sunset on the St. Croix Paddle
Presented by Wild Rivers Conservancy at Ferry Landing Park Hudson, WI
Unwind after a busy day with a leisurely evening paddle on the St. Croix. On this paddle we will start and end at the same point, allowing us the freedom to explore the area around Hudson from the wide river. Watch the sun color the bluffs and hills of the Riverway in shimmering gold and take in the colors as dusk falls. Enjoy the community of the river as we all enjoy a summer evening under the setting sun. Meet your Wild Rivers Conservancy Paddle Guides! Owen has been planning and leading events as the Outdoor Program Coordinator at the Conservancy since 2024. Previously he has worked as an outdoor guide leading canoe and backpacking expeditions throughout North America, and as an adaptive ski instructor in the mountains of Colorado. He is a certified Wilderness First Responder and trained in risk management for a multitude of outdoor settings. October is the Conservancy's Outdoor Program Specialist and an avid outdoorsman throughout the midwest. He has been kayaking and fishing since his youth, and adventured up and down the coast from Washington to Alaska. He now resides in the St. Croix valley and has years of experience guiding throughout his favorite places along the Riverway. Details: This is a fully supported paddle. You will be provided with kayaks, paddles, and PFDs, as well as a shuttle service from your vehicle to start the paddle. Cost: $65 Vehicle Admission: N/A River Landing Location: Ferry Landing, North Hudson, WI Paddle Difficulty: Beginner friendly Bathrooms:…
Learn More Aug 03, 2026 - Aug 07, 2026
Summer Camp - Art Camp - Room Refresh Series
Presented by AR Workshop Stillwater, MN at AR Workshop Stillwater, MN
Expect a week full of: Screen-Free Summer Fun Creative STEAM Skills Confidence Through Crafting When: Monday-Friday from 9:30AM - 1PM Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and drink to enjoy during breaks. Cost: Early Bird - $215, After Feb. 14 - $250, Discounts for Multiple Campers Projects: 12x16 Photo Frame Canvas Wall Hanging Canvas Pom Pillow Canvas Tote Bag 12x16 Plank Sign
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Aug 08, 2026
Gopher to Badger Half Marathon
Presented by Run Stillwater at Washington County Fairgrounds Stillwater, MN
It's an epic showdown of comradery and neighborly competition! Starting in the Stillwater, Minn. area and finishing in Hudson, Wisc., runners cross the St. Croix River over the I-94 bridge battling for the honor of their state. The Gopher to Badger Half Marathon is part of the 5-race Run Stillwater race series.
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