Willows on the River in Lake City, MN

06/24/2026

This summer, Lake City will proudly host its 54th annual Water Ski Days June 25-28, which will feature not only expanded water ski programming but also a full slate of family-friendly activities. Each year, the festival attracts around 20,000 attendees, who come for the carnival rides, live entertai...

06/17/2026

🌊 The Birthplace of Water Skiing knows how to put on a show! 🌊

One of the best Water Ski Days traditions is back, and the best part? All of our water ski shows are FREE to attend!

Join us on beautiful Lake Pepin and watch talented skiers perform incredible tricks, jumps, pyramids, and more throughout the weekend.

📅 Water Ski Show Schedule
💦 Friday, June 26 – 5:00 PM (Ski Dox)
💦 Saturday, June 27 – 9:00 AM–1:00 PM Ralph Samuelson Jump Competition
💦 Saturday, June 27 – 4:00 PM Legacy Thrill Show
💦 Sunday, June 28 – 12:00 PM (Ski Dox)

Bring a lawn chair, grab some food from the festival grounds, and experience one of the traditions that makes Lake City the Birthplace of Water Skiing.

A special thank you to Treasure Island Resort & Casino , our 2026 Water Ski Days Presenting Sponsor, for helping make this weekend of family fun possible!

Who are you bringing to the lakefront this year? ⛷️🌊

06/11/2026

06/04/2026

Fun fact for the day!

Of all the 10,000+ lakes, this one has just been named the prettiest of them all. Do you agree?

06/03/2026

05/21/2026

Remember yesterday, dream about tomorrow, but live today. Enjoy the weekend. 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

🚴 Last call to gear up for Tour de Pepin!

Still need to register? Tomorrow is the deadline to guarantee your event shirt, so don’t miss your chance to ride around beautiful Lake Pepin in style! 🌊☀️

Grab your spot, grab your shirt, and get ready to hit the road with us this June! 🚲

https://lakecitychamberofcommerce.redpodium.com/19th-annual-tour-de-pepin

05/21/2026

Another reason to join us in 21 days for Opening Market Day at the Lake City Market by the Lake on Thursday, June 11th from 5–8 PM at Ohuta Park! 🌞🎨

Lake City Area Arts is partnering with the Lake City Market by the Lake and DogHouse Books, to bring the Sandy Forseth, from Chalk Unity, who created the mandala shown in the photo taken at a recent (2024?) Red Wing Arts Fall Festival to come to Lake City to create a shared community masterpiece that will transform the walkway near the community splash pad into a vibrant work of art!

Kids are welcome to be part of this special community project. Enjoy local vendors, great community spirit, and help turn Ohuta Park into an even more colorful gathering place for all ages. 💓💓💓

05/18/2026

It's official: The Great River Road has once again been voted as the Best Scenic Drive in America in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards!

Read more: https://experiencemississippiriver.com/great-river-road-named-the-best-scenic-drive-in-america-again/

📷: Great River Road from John A. Latsch State Park near Winona, Minn./Susie Loechler