Things To Do

Elk River is home to a wide variety of events and activities throughout the year. 

Check out a few of them below:

Elk RiverFest 2021Elk RiverFest - Last Saturday in July
Family activities will take place during the day at the newly reconstructed Lion John Weicht Park from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2022.

That evening, an adults-only street dance and beer/wine/spirits sampling will take place in downtown Elk River from 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

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Farmers Market - Thursdays, June-October
The market is located in the Park Plaza parking lot downtown from 3:00-7:00 p.m. The opening day for the 2022 season will be June 16, 2022. Click the link above to check out market events and promotions happening throughout the season!

Board & Brush Creative Studio - 13501 Business Center Drive
Are you looking for a night out with friends? Is your inner DIY itching for a fun new project without having to buy all your own supplies and make a mess at your house? Then BYOB and schedule a workshop to paint, distress, design and create with friends!

Mystery Chambers Escape Room - 654 MaRFCS logo 2020_transpin Street

Riverfront Concert Series - Thursdays, June-August
Sponsored by The Bank of Elk River, all concerts are held Rivers Edge Commons Park, 679 Main St. at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evenings from mid-June through late August. 

Furniture and Things Community Event Center - 1000 School Street
Elk River's state-of-the-art facility, home to the Senior Activity Center, two full-sized ice rinks with open hockey/skating options, a 30,000 sq. foot turf field house, walking track, lease/retail space, community events and sports tournaments throughout the year, meeting space, and more!

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United We Shiver - February 5, 2022
Sponsored by the Sherburne County United Way, this new and improved event raises funds for your favorite non-profit while getting out and enjoying community comradery, all while freezing for a good cause! 2022's event will take place at Big Lake Beach, as Orono Park in Elk River is currently closed for construction.