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Bemidji, The First City on the Mississippi, Minnesota USA

 FALL EVENTS  - WINTER EVENTS 
SUMMER EVENTS

Jaycees Water Carnival
4th of July


Family oriented Fourth of July Celebration.  Fireworks, Midway,  Kiddie Parade, Water Show, Bingo Tent,  Live Music, Craft Fair, Parade

For information, call 800-458-2223

 

International Day
Held in July & August

International Day.
An annual celebration of linguistic and cultural diversity held at the renowned 
Concordia Language Villages

The event draws people from across the country. Tour the villages while enjoying music, food, games and more.
For information, call 800-222-4750

   

Art in the Park
Held in July 

Many artists at Art in the Park!
The annual Art in the Park week-end  event is a juried show that features artists from across the state and nation.  Ethnic food booths are included in this colorful event.

For information, call 218-444-7570 

Beltrami County Fair
The end of July

Beltrami County hosts a fun and lively Fair.  Everyone is invited to join us for these hectic, sense filling few days each summer when town and country meet.  At the Beltrami County Fair you will find friendly competition of the best products and animals. 

   

Dragon Boat Festival
First weekend in August



The Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival features two full days of fun for the entire family.  Spectators can view the entire race course from the shady and natural amphitheater of the waterfront park venue.  Great food, music, kid's activities, a parade of teams, downtown Crazy Dayz Shopping and much more make this the event of the year!

For information, call 800-458-2223

Pow Wows
Held throughout the year

Native American culture, dance and friendship are renewed several times each year at authentic pow wows. Traditional activities include dance contests with drum groups and singers.

For information, call 800-458-2223

 

WINTER EVENTS

THE NIGHT WE LIGHT 
Day After Thanksgiving

Please join with Bemidji, the day after Thanksgiving, for the annual 'Night We Light' celebration. The evening festivities begin with the First City of Lights parade, followed by the countdown to lighting over one quarter of a million lights on the trees at the waterfront and downtown buildings.  An appearance by Santa Claus, Sleigh Rides, Fireworks and sliding on the hill at Library Park (bring your own sled), add to the family fun.  Make this a traditional event for the whole family!

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Madrigal Dinners
December 

For the past 3 decades, Bemidji State University has recreated a 15th century English feast.  Beautiful costumes and exceptional singing blends with humorous skits - all performed while you enjoy a delightful dinner.  Reservations are recommended.

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Santa Lucia Fest
December 13

Experience a traditional Scandinavian festival celebrated each December 13th.   the beginning of winter is marked by honoring Santa Lucia.  The festival includes the crown of candles procession followed by a customary breakfast.

For more information, call 218-751-8957

Brrrrmidji Polar Daze
January

This week long festival is filled with good eats, including the delicious "Taste of Northern MN".  There's lots of entertainment including snow sculptures, concerts, and an old time winter carnival.  Polar Daze features an unmatchable list of winter sporting events that include:  Golf on Ice, Polar Plunge, Broomball, 5 K walk/run, hockey tournaments, downhill ski races, snowboarding, snow shoeing, bonspiels, & more! 

For more information, call 800-458-2223

 Annual Logging Days
1st Saturday of February 
Loggers and their team.
Return to the historic lumberjack era of the north for one glorious day.  Watch horse teams at work as you marvel at the ancient logging skills, performed just as they were in the early years of logging using authentic equipment and harvesting methods.   Enjoy a lumberjack pancake feed, sleigh rides, old-time music, saw 'n ax chopping and throwing contests.  Chain saw sculpting, woodcarving, crafts and Paul Bunyan Magic Show.   Historic exhibits.

For more information call 218-243-2231

Annual Sled Dog Races
February

The trail is spectator friendly offering excellent vantage points to view the race and photograph the teams.  Food will be available at the race site.  

For Race Date and More Information

MN Finlandia Ski Marathon
February 
Racers at the ready!
Termed "The Nordic Festival of the North," the Finlandia is a premier North American ski event attracting over 600 national and international elite and citizen skiers.  2006 marks the  25th year the race has been held on the scenic and challenging trails that crisscross the Continental Divide at Buena Vista.  The event schedule includes:

For information on Finlandia, call 218-751-0041

 

FALL EVENTS

Fall Covered Wagon Tours
Held in September

Bemidji's fall colors are spectacular when you take a guided tour by authentic covered wagon.  The narrated ride follows a historic trail and overlooks the Continental Divide.

For more information, call 800-777-7958

OCTOBERFEST
Join the fun at a traditional German Festival in downtown Bemidji.  Festivities officially opens with the tapping of the Golden Keg Friday evening.  Followed by
Hammerschlagen Practice Rounds (nail pounding contest) and Blind Beer Tasting and  Garden along with entertainment.
Saturday the festival opens at noon with children's events including a Root Beer Garden, Bean Bag Pumpkin Toss, Craft projects, Coloring contest, Puppet Theater, Chicken Dance and more. The adult Brat eating contest, beer tasting and Hammerschlagen Competition and evening activities round out a full day of fun.

 
 

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