Audiobook Walk
2026-07-07 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | La Crescent Farmers Market, 595 Veteran's Parkway, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Bring your headphones and your favorite walking shoes and spend some time with the audiobook of your choice as we hit the La Crescent trails together! We’ll meet at a local trailhead and walk together, then stop for refreshments at a local business afterward.
Tuesday, July 7th, 5:30pm at Eagles Bluff Park —
meet at the library’s Farmers Market tent
Limited parking available at the Veterans Park
parking lot behind TimeOut Tavern, 595 Veterans Pkwy.
Refreshments at Swing Bridge Pub after the hike.

A Touch of Magic presents: Mixed Nuts, a Family-Friendly Comedy Show
2026-07-08 14:30 - 15:30 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
What is everyone laughing about? It’s the Midwest’s favorite Kid’s Comedy undercover-Clown duo, Mixed Nuts! Join us for physical comedy, age-appropriate humor and uproarious audience participation! Guaranteed to produce side-splitting laughter for all ages!
This program is part of the library’s summer reading program, “Plant a Seed, Read!” and is sponsored by the Minnesota Legacy Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

La Crescent LIVE with Ryan Howe
2026-07-08 17:30 - 19:30 | 322 S 1st St, La Crescent
La Crescent LIVE presents RYAN HOWE on Wednesday, July 8th! Enjoy this free family-friendly outdoor concert in the heart of downtown La Crescent that includes food and beverage vendors and a variety of family games. Seating is available but feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Makerspace: DIY Germ Friend!
2026-07-09 15:00 - 17:00 | La Crescent Public Library, 321 Main St., La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join us at the library for an educational and crafty afternoon! Learn about germs and hygiene while creating your own germ with the craft supplies provided. All ages welcome.

Coffee Cabaret
2026-07-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee, 28 North Walnut Street, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join the library for Coffee Cabaret, a mix of music, poetry, and fiction to inspire, make you think, make you laugh, and more! Featuring internationally recognized singer/songwriter, debut author, and special guest Dylan Lloyd, sharing from his new book “Coffee Walk Poetry.”
We’ll also be joined by local authors Matt Cashion, Jodi Vandenberg-Daves, and Marlene De La Cruz-Guzman.
Grab some coffee from our Groovy friends, then settle in on the patio for a fun and entertaining show. Authors will have copies of their books available for purchase if interested.
ABOUT “Coffee Walk Poetry”:
During the pandemic, I began thinking of all I felt compelled to say as related to my life, COVID-19, and feeling defeated during so much sadness and death. It wasn’t long before I’d written short poems between walking to Starbucks and returning home, hence the title of my book, Coffee Walk Poetry. Each poem breathed freedom into my soul. I hope readers will grab a coffee, find a quiet space to enjoy the book, and remember why this life is so precious.
ABOUT Dylan Lloyd:
Dylan Lloyd is an internationally recognized singer-songwriter and poet whose career has spanned music, television, and now, literature. With music featured on hit shows like Love Is Blind and Temptation Island, and performances across live TV and global stages, Dylan has built a reputation for artistic depth and longevity.
A member of the Moraine Valley Hall of Fame whose songs have been distributed by major labels such as Universal Music
and Virgin Music, Dylan continues to reach new audiences… amassing over 100,000 TikTok followers, being signed to a music publishing deal with Bella Figura Music, and charting a Top 30 single on the iTunes U.S. Pop Charts.
Now, with Coffee Walk Poetry, Dylan brings his lyrical gifts to the page. His viral poems have captured hearts online, and this debut collection offers a powerful glimpse into the soul behind the songs.

Welcome to Storytelling with the Bluff Country Tale Spinners
2026-07-11 10:30 - 11:30 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join us at the La Crescent Community Building for Welcome to Storytelling! presented by the Bluff Country Tale Spinners and La Crosse Storytelling Festival. Come hear wonderful tales told by expert storytellers, then enjoy craft time after the stories.
La Crosse Storytelling Festivals are the premier events in this area. For information and upcoming events, visit: thepumphouse.org, www.lacrossestoryfest.com, and www.lacrossestoryfest.com/bluff-country-tale-spinners

Winos Who Read: a Silent Book Club at the Winery
2026-07-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Bluff Top Vineyard, 27168 Bauer Rd, Winona, MN, 55987, United States
BYOB (bring your own book) and settle in for a relaxing silent book club at the vineyard! Bring your own camp chair if you’d like to sit among the grapevines. Local wines available for purchase. Snacks provided. Book giveaways.
2pm Live jazz by Grappa Jazz Trio.

The Spitfire Grill - preview
2026-07-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Commonweal Theatre Company, 208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN, 55949, United States
Percy, a troubled young woman on parole, yearns for a fresh start and heads to the small Wisconsin town of Gilead. She finds work at the dried-up town’s only eatery, The Spitfire Grill. As Percy discovers her own path to redemption, she awakens the town’s capacity for healing and hope. With soaring melodies and Midwestern charm, this folk musical is a celebration of kindness and community. “The country-flavored tunes and lyrics are rendered with the kind of conviction and expertise that make them transcendent. What in normal times would be a joy is, in these troubled ones, sheer nourishment.”–New York Magazine

Folky Bird Painting with Willomina Art Studio
2026-07-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Wieser Park Pavilion, 1817 County 6, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Enjoy a bold Folk-Art inspired painting of an adorable bird on a 12×16” canvas. Pre-sketched design! No painting experience required!
Open to youth and adults. Best for ages 7+.
This program is free to attend, but registration is required as supplies are limited. Please sign up at the following link>>> https://forms.gle/MPm87VniUTPhJwSTA
This program is sponsored through the SELCO Library Legacy program and paid for through the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Annual Chamber Golf Outing
2026-07-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Valley High Golf Course, 9203 T-243, Houston, MN, 55943, United States
📅 Save the Date! ⛳
Mark your calendars for the La Crescent Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing!
🗓 Thursday, July 16th
📍 Valley High Golf Course
Join us for a day of golf, networking, and fun with fellow Chamber members and community partners. Whether you’re looking to hit the course with a team or promote your business as a sponsor, there are great opportunities to get involved!
📣 Interested in registering a team or becoming a sponsor?
Contact the Chamber today to secure your spot!
Stay tuned for more details coming soon, we can’t wait to see you on the course! 🌞🏌️‍♂️

Makerspace: Emotional Regulation Stations
2026-07-16 15:00 - 17:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Stop by for an afternoon of calm and crafts! Learn how to manage big emotions with different strategies and create tools to help recognize your feelings. All ages welcome.

La Crescent LIVE with LP and the 45's
2026-07-17 17:30 - 19:30 | 322 S 1st St, La Crescent
La Crescent LIVE presents LP and the 45’s on Friday, July 17th! Enjoy this family-friendly outdoor concert in the heart of downtown La Crescent. There will be food and beverage vendors and a variety of family games. Seating is available but feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

LA CRESCENT - HOKAH LANCER 60-YEAR ALL-SCHOOL REUNION PLANNED FOR JULY 18, 2026
2026-07-18 08:00 - 22:00 | La Crescent Community Arena, 520 S 14th St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
LA CRESCENT – HOKAH LANCER 60-YEAR ALL-SCHOOL REUNION PLANNED FOR JULY 18, 2026
La Crescent, MN – In honor of 60 years of La Crescent – Hokah High School, a group of alumni is planning an all-school reunion for Saturday, July 18, 2026. Free registration for all alumni and guests is open at EventBrite.com (use link or search for Lancer All School Reunion.) Sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting lancerallschoolreunion@gmail.com.
Reunion Schedule:
Friday 7/17 evening La Crescent Live concert (location to be announced)
Saturday 7/18 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM Trail hikes: Get some steps in while you catch up with fellow alumni and enjoy our beautiful area’s hiking trails. Specific routes to be announced.
Saturday 7/18 9:00 AM 9-Hole Golf Outing: Enjoy a friendly competition with fellow Lancer alumni at La Crescent’s Pine Creek Golf Course.
Saturday 7/18 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM School tours: See how the Elementary and Middle/High School buildings have changed. Stop by between 9 and noon for a tour and a chance to greet some past and current teachers/staff.
Saturday 7/18 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Trolley to Overlook Park: Have you missed the beautiful view from La Crescent’s north ridge? Hop on a trolley (leaving the High School every half hour) to check it out (don’t forget your camera!)
Saturday 7/18 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Alumni Band Performance: Do you remember pep fests? Do you remember the “We are the Lancers” song (there are actually two versions)? Stop by the High School track field to get a boost of school spirit!
Saturday 7/18 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM Main Event: Don’t miss the main reunion event in the Community Arena, to include opportunities to re-connect with and meet alumni from all 60 years of La Crescent-Hokah High School, as well as food and beverages for sale, live music, cornhole and other games, Lancer memorabilia and photos, reunion shirts/merchandise for sale, plus lots of laughs and memories.
Interested individuals are encouraged to follow the Lancer All-School Reunion group on Facebook for up-to-date announcements.
Lancer alumni who register before May 15, 2026 will get a keepsake nametag with your graduation yearbook photo at event check-in.
OUR MISSION: To host an event that will bring people together, elevate school and community pride, and create the building blocks for an active, vibrant alumni association designed to give back to the La Crescent-Hokah schools.

Musical Storytime with the Larkspur Reed Trio featuring "Isabel and Her Colores Go To School"
2026-07-18 12:30 - 13:30 | La Crescent Public Library, 321 Main St., La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Come hear the story brought to life through music! Larkspur Reed Trio seeks to engage participants through active listening activities and theme recognition. Their storytime programs are enjoyed by all ages, from babies to kids at heart. The pairing of music and stories is exciting for anyone and creates a memory that will last!
Featuring Stephanie Carlson, oboe; Susan Miranda, English horn; and Amy McCann, clarinet: the trio has a strong passion for music education working to reach youth around the world through live performance and educational videos. With a grant from the Minnesota Regional Arts Council the trio collaborated with author Alexandra Alessandri and composer Alejandra Odgers to create a brand new musical story with the children’s story Isabel and Her Colores Go To School.
About the Book: Isabel is trying to find her place in a class where
she does not speak the same language as the rest of the children.
Although she cannot communicate through words, she finds a friend in Sarah, another girl in the class.
Join us outside at the city lot behind the library. In the case of rain, the program will move indoors at the library.
This program is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the La Crescent Library.

The Spitfire Grill
2026-07-18 19:30 - 22:00 | Commonweal Theatre Company, 208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN, 55949, United States

It's a Period Party!
2026-07-20 16:30 - 17:30 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join Registered Nurse Trina and Certified Nurse Midwife Molly to learn and ask questions about menstruation and puberty, enjoy refreshments, and make your own “on-the-go” period kit!

Makerspace: Plant & Flower Pounding Craft
2026-07-23 15:00 - 17:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join us for a fun afternoon using natural materials to create art! Bring home a beautiful bookmark or bandana and learn a new crafting technique. Best for ages 7+ (or younger with an adult assistant).

MatchMakers Book Club: Before I Let Go
2026-07-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee, 28 North Walnut Street, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Like reading romance? Join the library for our summer pop-up book club featuring romance reads and craft time! Enjoy light discussion and crafts over your beverage of choice. Bring a project you’ve been working on, mending, or peruse idea books from the library and coloring pages.
ABOUT THE BOOK – Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan
Their love was supposed to last forever. But when life delivered blow after devastating blow, Yasmen and Josiah Wade found that love alone couldn’t solve or save everything.
It couldn’t save their marriage.
Yasmen wasn’t prepared for how her life fell apart, but she’s is finally starting to find joy again. She and Josiah have found a new rhythm, co-parenting their two kids and running a thriving business together. Yet like magnets, they’re always drawn back to each other, and now they’re beginning to wonder if they’re truly ready to let go of everything they once had.
Soon, one stolen kiss leads to another…and then more. It’s hot. It’s illicit. It’s all good–until old wounds reopen. Is it too late for them to find forever? Or could they even be better, the second time around?

RYAN HOWE OUTDOOR CONCERT - Presented by La Crescent LIVE
2026-07-29 17:30 - 19:30 | 322 S 1st St, La Crescent
La Crescent LIVE presents La Crescent’s own, Ryan Howe on Wednesday, July 29th. Enjoy this family-friendly outdoor concert located in the heart of downtown La Crescent. There will be food and beverage vendors and a variety of family games. Seating is available but feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

La Crescent Parade of Gardens
2026-08-01 09:00 - 14:00 | WI
Join us for a self-guided tour of beautiful local gardens throughout La Crescent! Discover gardening inspiration, explore unique outdoor spaces, and celebrate the creativity of our local gardeners. From flowers and vegetables to pollinator-friendly landscapes, every garden has a story to tell. Tickets will be available July 15-August 1 at Bauer’s Market and Groovy Grounds in La Crescent.

La Crescent LIVE presents High Mileage!
2026-08-05 17:30 - 19:30 | 322 S 1st St, La Crescent
La Crescent LIVE presents High Mileage on Wednesday, August 5th. Enjoy this free family-friendly outdoor concert in the heart of downtown La Crescent. There will be food and beverage vendors and a variety of family games. Seating is available but feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

The Apple Blossom Bike Tour 2026!
2026-08-15 | Veteran’s Park
Join us for the 13th annual Apple Blossom Bike Tour August 15, 2026! Enjoy the unmatched views and vistas in the Driftless Region of Southeast Minnesota. Choose from 5 routes for all skill levels or the Free 5 mile Family Ride! Lunch and music in the park following the ride. Proceeds benefit Rotary Polio Plus and two Scholarship Funds! Visit appleblossomtour.org for more information!

The Apple Blossom Bike Tour 2026!
2026-08-15 07:00 - 15:00 | La Crescent Veterans Park, 595 Veterans Parkway, La Crescent, MN, 55947
Join us for a day of bicycling on the best routes in Southeast Minnesota! Register today for the Apple Blossom Bike Tour, Saturday, August 15, 2026! Proceeds benefit Rotary projects, The Erin Dunlap Mathews Physicians Assistant Scholarship Fund and The Living For Liz Scholarship Fund. $60 registration fee or ride the 5 mile Free Family Ride. Registrations include live music and lunch in the park following the ride! Visit appleblossomtour.org for details and registration.

La Crescent LIVE with Mr Blink!
2026-08-19 17:30 - 19:30 | La Crescent Live Park, 322 South 1st Street, La Crescent, Minnesota, 55947
La Crescent LIVE presents Mr. Blink! on Wednesday, August 19th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Enjoy this free family-friendly outdoor concert in the heart of downtown La Crescent. There will be food and beverage vendors and a variety of family games. Seating is available but feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

La Crescent LIVE with Mr Blink!
2026-08-19 17:30 - 19:30 | 322 S 1st St, La Crescent
La Crescent LIVE presents Mr Blink! on Wednesday, August 19th. Enjoy this free family-friendly outdoor concert in the hear of downtown La Crescent. There will be food and beverage vendors and a variety of family games. Seating is available but feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

MatchMakers Book Club: Summer Romance
2026-08-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee, 28 North Walnut Street, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Like reading romance? Join the library for our summer pop-up book club featuring romance reads and craft time! Enjoy light discussion and crafts over your beverage of choice. Bring a project you’ve been working on, mending, or peruse idea books from the library and coloring pages.
ABOUT THE BOOK – Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan
Benefits of a summer romance: it’s always fun, always brief, and no one gets their heart broken.
There aren’t enough labeled glass containers to contain the mess that is Ali Morris’s life. Her mom died two years ago, then her husband left, and she hasn’t worn pants with a zipper in longer than she cares to remember. She’s a professional organizer whose pantry is a disgrace.
No one is more surprised than Ali when the first time she takes off her wedding ring and puts on pants with hardware—overalls count, right?—she meets someone. Or rather, her dog claims a man for her in the same way he claimed his favorite of her three children: by peeing on him. Ethan smiles at Ali like her pants are just right—like he likes what he sees. The last thing Ali needs is to make her life messier, but there’s no harm in a little Summer Romance. Is there?

La Crescent LIVE presents Chasing Denver!
2026-08-22 16:30 - 19:30 | 322 S 1st St, La Crescent
La Crescent LIVE presents Chasing Denver on Saturday, August 22nd from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm at La Crescent LIVE park in the heart of downtown La Crescent. Chasing Denver is a dynamic husband-and-wife country music duo. Based out of Southwest Florida, they are known for their captivating acoustic sound and romantic original love songs. Chasing Denver brings a fresh, intimate energy to the modern country scene!

La Crescent LIVE presents MadLee Band!
2026-09-12 12:30 - 15:30 | Abnet Field in La Crescent, MN (Spruce/11th Street), Spruce/11th Streeet, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
La Crescent LIVE presents MadLee Band on Saturday, September 12th from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm at Abnet Field in La Crescent. This concert is presented in conjunction with the USA Cycling Gravel Championships which are being held in La Crescent that week-end. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. There is limited seating so feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Eelpout - preview
2026-09-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Commonweal Theatre Company, 208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN, 55949, United States
Come heck or high water, it’s time for a bachelor party! Best buds Sven and Ole gather at their pal Lars’s ice-fishing shack on Lake Mille Lacs to celebrate Ole’s upcoming marriage to Lena. But this ice-fishing bromance starts to crack when Sven admits he no longer wants to be Ole’s best man (Ope!). Deep truths, deeper questions, and a giant talking eelpout emerge from the frigid surroundings. La Crosse, WI native Paul Kruse presents a surreal comedy that is a boisterous and beautiful ode to Midwestern masculinity, friendship, queerness, and being a fish out of water.

Eelpout
2026-09-19 19:30 - 22:00 | Commonweal Theatre Company, 208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN, 55949, United States
