2025 Riverboat Heritage Days
Save the Date: 2025 Riverboat Heritage Days We are working on making this event bigger and better than ever and want to get the word out ASAP so you can join us! Date: August 1st & 2nd Location: Aitkin, MN Highlights of the Event: Live Music: Enjoy performances from local and regional artists. Community Events: Participate in various activities hosted by our local businesses that celebrate our community spirit. Explore Our Downtown Businesses: Check out the amazing shops and restaraunts in our vibrant downtown area. Craft and Vendor Fair: Explore unique crafts and products from local vendors. Parade: Don't miss the vibrant parade showcasing our community. Kid's Zone: Fun-filled activities and games for the little ones. Sip N Stroll: Take a leisurely walk through downtown while enjoying a variety of beverages from local bars. ...and so much more! Bring your family and friends for a memorable experience. Stay tuned for more updates and some exciting news! Looking to be a part of the parade or street fair? We would LOVE to have you! Go to: www.aitkin.com/event-registration
RippleSippi Music Fest
There's something for everyone during two amazing days and nights of music in downtown Aitkin, MN! August 1st, 6-10pm: "Little Nashville" (Free!) ~ Local & area soloists, duets, and bands will perform at 5+ venues. Stroll around downtown Aitkin and enjoy the msuic wherever you please. More info coming soon! ~ August 2nd, 3:30-10pm, Street Party 301 Minnesota Ave N, Aitkin, MN When the Riverboat Days parade ends, the music festival begins! 3:30-5pm: The4onthefloor 5:30-7pm: Songs of the South 7:30-10pm: Verge Our 5th annual street party continues with hard-edged rockers The4onthefloor, classic country music from Alabama tribute band Songs of the South, and Minnesota's hottest rock & pop cover band Verge!
3rd Annual Triple Stack Breakfast
Start your Riverboat Days Saturday with a delicious breakfast featuring fresh pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice and coffee. Serving from 8-10am, dine in or carry out at St. John's Lutheran Church in Aitkin. $12 per plate. Get your tickets from any Aitkin All Starz dancer or call 218-851-5798. You can also pay at the door that morning. This annual fundraiser helps us pay for our uniforms, music, training, transportation, meals and so much more. We appreciate your support!
2nd Annual STAY: Walk, Run and Rally
The purpose of the STAY Run is to promote mental health awareness and suicide prevention—with a powerful message that encourages people to "stay" in others' lives and in their own. The name “STAY” is both a reminder and a plea: For those struggling with mental health, it’s a message of hope—that they are not alone and that their presence matters. For communities, it’s a call to show up for one another, to listen, support, and create a culture where it’s safe to talk about mental health. Participate by running, walking, or volunteering. Or just head downtown the morning of the event, enjoy the music, listen to the speakers, and visit with our local resource vendors. Cost: FREE! Register to walk/run Here: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdRtOgEnYu.../viewform...
3rd Annual Car Show
We are having a Car Show! WHAT: 3rd Annual Car Show WHEN: August 2nd, 9am-12pm WHERE: Atwater GM in Aitkin, MN FREE REGISTRATION & OPEN TO EVERYONE! We will have a freewill donation for food, drinks, and coffee. All proceeds will be donated to the local Aitkin Anglers Fishing Club! We hope to see you there, whether you have a vehicle to show off or you're just there for the fun!
ACHS Garage Sale Final Day
We can only accept clean, usable items, new or gently used. We cannot accept dirty, dusty, musty, damaged or broken items.
Aitkin’s Farmer’s Market
Get ready to explore the ultimate shopping experience! Join the market every week for a unique selection of vendors that showcase a vast array of goods, from handmade crafts to artisanal foods, and everything in between! Check out what our talented vendors have in store for you, from limited-edition items, you won't want to miss this incredible opportunity to discover new favorites and shop local! ️
Aitkin Duck Run
Free Free Free Please join us for the Aitkin Duck Run! This is a fun family event! Each child will receive a free rubber duck to decorate, a gift bag, and more! Children of all ages are invited!
Aitkin Riverboat Days
STAY 5k Color Run, duck races, parade, Historical Society garage sale, kid’s zone, annual car show, vendors, food trucks, and so much more.
STAY Run starts at 9am
Vendor Fair 10am-5pm
Duck Races 11-12:30pm
Kid’s Zone 11-5pm
Parade 3pm
Register at https://www.aitkin.com/event-registration
Axe Throwing Fundraiser
Join us during the Ripplesippi Music Fest for an exciting time of axe throwing and prizes and FUN- all in support of a great cause. Whether you are a seasoned thrower or a first-time flinger, this event is for everyone! Woodsman Axe will be on site to assist and train beginners. Dates: Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 Time: 5PM – 10PM
Creative Kids Art Program
Fortunato Kids Art Program Let your child’s creativity shine this summer! Join us for a 4-week art adventure full of color, imagination, and fun. Perfect for kids aged 7 – 12 years old Location: Fortunato Art Studio, 301 Minnesota Ave. N., Aitkin, MN Dates: Tuesdays – August 5, 12, 19, 26 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Group Size: 5 to 15 kids • $25 Reservation fees: (before June 30th)non-refundable • $10 per session (4 sessions total) • All art supplies are included! Weekly Themes & Projects: Week 1: “Summer Night Glow-In-The Dark” - Rock Painting Week 2: “Up-Cycled Art” - Creative sculpture Week 3: “Willow Dreamcatchers” - Kids make dream catchers Week 4: “Kids Project of Choices” Spots are limited – Reserve today! Please complete registration and payment by June 15th to secure your spot by scanning the barcode or by clicking this link square.link/u/SzvHQeje?src=sheet Flexible Attendance Option Can’t attend all four weeks? No problem! Parents can choose the weeks that work best for their child—just let us know your selected dates when you make the reservation. Email us at FortunatoArtStudio@gmail.com with questions or if you need more detail about this program. We can’t wait to create with your young artist!
Family Storytime
Join us for Family Storytime at the Aitkin Public Library! We will meet in the Community Room at 10:30am Tuesdays, June 10 through August 12, to read stories, sing songs, and more. Everyone is welcome to stay afterwards to make a craft.
Family Storytime is recommended for families with toddlers through children of early elementary age.
No registration necessary. Please note, there will be no Storytime on July 1.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Aitkin Public Library
JPACK and Songbridge
LIVE MUSIC
Join us for a special night benefiting The Terrace: Your Neighborhood Oasis!
Aitkin’s two favorite bands— JPACK (with their foot-stompin’ Bluegrass vibes) and SongBridge (bringing the Rock ‘n Roll energy!)—are teaming up for one unforgettable evening of music, community, and summer magic.
At The Terrace, Aitkin, MN
One night only — don’t miss it! Friday August 8, 6:00-9:00 pm
TICKETS: Pay What You Can!
Suggested donation is just $10 — pay online now or at the door.
Give what you can… more, less, or right on the mark. We want everyone to be part of this night!
Every dollar goes toward keeping local arts alive in Aitkin County — supporting The Terrace and Friends of the Arts programming.
Grab a friend, and come feel the joy. Let’s make it a night to remember!
Aitkin Flyers Fly-In Breakfast
Annual wild rice pancake breakfast. Check out the airplanes on the flight line, antique cars and more.
2025 Aitkin County Fair
Over 20 amusement rides and attractions. Find live music at the Windy River Stage, delicious food, creative activities, livestock and more.
2025 Nature Rocks Concert for Conservation
June 21 | 5-10 pm
$25 in advance | $35 day of show
www.naturerocksconcert.com
A night of good music for a great cause featuring GB Leighton and the Jorgensens. Proceeds will go toward scholarships for students to attend outdoor adventure camps and outdoor school field trips at Long Lake Conservation Center.
Let's Go Girls! Ladies Night Out
Saddle up for savings at participating downtown stores! Boot Scootin’ Beats! Live music will keep you grooving throughout the evening! Delicious food and drinks available!
Rivers and Lakes Fair
Fun outdoor event for the whole family! Learn about natural resources while exploring one of Aitkin County's gold mines, Long Lake Conservation Center! More Information to come!
Paddle Your Glass Off
You can expect a scenic journey to soak in the Mississippi views spanning about 7 miles. We will even have some kayaks available for reservation if you don't have your own! But the excitement doesn't end there! After your paddle, treat yourself to a tantalizing tasting session featuring a variety of beer, wine, and spirits. Plus, enjoy live music to keep the vibes high!
Register at https://www.aitkin.com/event-registration
Sapsucker Farms: Kid’s Spring Wall Hangers Craft Class
Fun class for kids 5 + years old. Create two cardboard wall hangings to frame your favorite photos or artwork. Just in time to make a special gift for Mother's Day!
Class is taught by local artist Kizzy Hamilton. Class fee of $25 includes all supplies to create two frames, lots of different, fun, decorative items and paints to bling up your own original creations, and one kid-friendly beverage (apple juice, root beer, or ginger ale).
NO REFUNDS
Sapsucker Farms: Spring Cupcake Decorating Class
Roll up your sleeves and get ready for this fun class taught by Tyler from Biddy Bakehouse and learn to create beautiful, bright cupcakes! This beginner-friendly class covers the basics of buttercream, techniques, and recipes. You’ll decorate 4 seasonal cupcakes, and all supplies and instruction are provided. Just bring a smile (and maybe an apron)! Ticket includes one complimentary beverage of your choice. You’ll leave with your 4 decorated cupcakes, the metal piping tips used, and the knowledge to recreate them using her recipes. Be sure to sign up by 4/22 to reserve your spot!
See complete https://www.simplysweetbakerymn.com/products/cupcake-class
Business After Hours
Join us for an evening of networking and community building at Members Cooperative Credit Union in Aitkin, MN!
Date: April 24th 5PM-7PM
Location: Members Cooperative Credit Union at 108 Minnesota Ave N Aitkin, MN 56431.
This Business After Hours event is the perfect opportunity to connect with local professionals, share ideas, and grow your business network in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Enjoy light refreshments and engaging conversations.
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to strengthen your business relationships and make new connections.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Sapsucker Farms: Create Your Own Terrarium Class
Create an 8″ glass globe terrarium with live plants, greenery, and embellishments for decorating and landscaping. Use your imagination and create a miniature fantasy land to enjoy all year long.
Class taught by Becky Hoffman. Contact her directly with quesitons at just.b.essential4life@gmail.com or 320-310-8869.
Class fee of $49 includes all supplies including an 8″ glass globe to create one terrarium, plus one beverage of your choice.
NO REFUNDS
Great River Strings Ensemble
Our Spring 2025 program takes its name from the Old English rhyme that details what a
wife should wear at her wedding: something old for protection, something new for
optimism for the future, something borrowed for good luck, something blue for fidelity,
and a sixpence in her shoe for financial prosperity.
Our musical selections will reflect each of those sentiments with Peter Warlock’s Capriol
Suite of Renaissance Dances representing the old, Dvorak’s New World Symphony the
new, Mozart’s Variations on a theme the borrowed, and Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue,
celebrating its centennial year, the blue. Our orchestra will conclude the program with a
string orchestra arrangement of John Rutter’s Sing a Song of Sixpence.
Something old,
Something new,
Something borrowed,
Something blue,
And a sixpence in her shoe
Sapsucker Farms: Spring Ceramic Trays Class
Join Kilns of Flanders to make a set of special ceramic trays in this fun class. The trays make great trinket dishes or can be used for serving snacks.
Students will use wood blocks to create small trays, (up to 5” x 6”) from slabs of clay. After the trays are made, students will use colorful underglazes to decorate the trays with their own special patterns.
The instructor will glaze and fire the trays with a clear coating after the class. The trays will be ready for pick up 2-3 weeks after the class.
Class is limited to 16 participants, class fee of $45 includes one beverage of your choice.
Minecraft Movie
Friday through Tuesday
April 4 - 8 and April 11 - 15
“A Minecraft Movie”
Shows at 7:15pm nightly
Sunday matinee at 1:15pm
Closed Wednesday and Thursday
