Minnesota Zoo Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular
New this year! This year’s Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular features an expanded, one-way walking route. It’s designed to give you more space and even better views of the pumpkins. Feel the gourd vibes as you stroll through thousands of glowing pumpkins. Whether it’s your first time or already one of your family’s favorite fall activities, you’ll be wowed by the woodsy trail.
This year's event is inspired by “ What Goes Bump in the Night!
By joining us at Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, you’re supporting the Minnesota Zoo and its mission to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife. Thank you!
School Board Voting
Four of the seven at-large positions on the District 196 School Board will be decided in two separate School Board elections on Nov. 4, 2025. The School Board is responsible for developing policy to ensure the proper care, management and control of district affairs, and supporting the district’s mission.
First, three School Board seats are up for election in the General School Board Election. The terms of Robin Cerio, Leah Gardner and Sakawdin Mohamed will expire on Jan. 5, 2026. Each of these three open positions has a four-year term, running from Jan. 2026 to Jan. 2030.
Concurrently, a Special Election will be held to fill the remaining two years of the term of former School Board member Sachin Isaacs, who resigned his seat in Oct. 2024. The School Board appointed Catherine Diamond to fill the vacancy until an election for the open seat is held. The term runs through the first Monday in Jan. 2028.
The School Board has also called for a Special Election to renew and increase the district's technology capital projects levy. Initially approved by voters in 2015, the levy must be renewed this year by voters or the funding will expire.
Property Tax Open House
The Dakota County Board of Commissioners will set the maximum property tax levy for 2026 on Sept. 23. The board votes on the 2026 budget and levy in December. County board meetings are public. This year, they are adding a new Budget and Property Tax Open House on Tuesday, Dec 2 at 5:00 pm at the Administration Center in Hastings.
Halloween Trail Walk - Viking Lakes
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025 from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at Viking Lakes (2685 Vikings Circle),
$6/child, adults free with food donation to The Open Door l Pre-registration required
Dress in your best not so spooky costume for some Halloween fun at Viking Lakes! Visit trick or treat stations, dance to the Monster Mash and play Halloween themed games. This is an outdoor event and will take place rain or shine. Sensory bags will be available for use during the event as well as a quiet tent.
Admission tickets are available at discovereagan.com
Kicks for a Cure
From 9 am to 3 pm, Mayors, City Officials, County Commissioners, and other dignitaries will be kicking field goals to raise money per kick for the elimination of breast cancer. There will be a concurrent event for Kick$4aCure (5th annual) for “just regular folks” to kick and raise funds also. All donations to all kickers will go directly to the American Cancer Society to end Breast Cancer through research, and to create awareness. There is no admission charge to attend the Mayors Cup or Kick$4aCure event.
Art Block
Join your neighbors in the heart of Eagan for a two-week celebration of art, learning, and community spaces. Eagan Art Block is for everyone! Kids, families, seniors, artists, and art enthusiasts alike will find their place.
Minnesota State Fair
Get ready for The Great Minnesota Get-Together! With nearly 500 food items, 30 carnival rides, and more than 900 free performances, there’s plenty to keep you busy throughout the Minnesota State Fair’s 12-day run.
https://www.mnstatefair.org/
Eagan Food Truck Festival
Get ready for Eagan Food Truck Festival on Friday, Aug. 8 from 4–9 p.m., you won’t want to miss this event!
It’s the highlight of the summer! From sizzling gourmet burgers to flavorful street tacos, globally inspired foods to decadent desserts, the food truck fleet will bring an impressive array of culinary delights that will ignite your senses. The food truck festival caters to everyone, offering many delicious options, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. In addition to delicious food, enjoy live music from TRIZ and PopROCKS!
The free event promises to be a flavorful Friday evening with more than 20 food trucks representing tastes from around the globe. Beer, wine, and seltzer will be served in addition to brews from local breweries, and entertainment by TRIZ from 4–6 p.m. and The Pop Rocks from 6–9 p.m.
Food trucks will be available from 4-9 p.m.
Pro tip: Food trucks are designed to make out-of-this-world food, but those good eats might mean a little bit of a wait, but they promise — it’s worth it! Help keep the event green by using the right bins for your trash, recycling, and reusable r.Cups. Don’t miss out on this fun summer evening supporting local bands and food trucks.
Dakota County Fair
The Dakota County Fair takes place annually in Farmington, Minnesota, and is run by the Dakota County Agricultural Society. It features a wide variety of attractions including livestock shows, 4-H competitions, carnival rides, live music, and more. The fair also has special days like Senior Day, Kids' Day, and Public Safety Day.
Come experience the sights and sounds of the early 1900’s at Dakota City during the Dakota County Fair! Go back in time to a summer day in a rural Minnesota town of 1900 – walk through historic buildings like the Depot, one-room School, and family homes, or see demonstrations at the Millinery, Print Shop, and Carpenter Shop. You can listen to music at the Bandstand and grab a delicious root beer float in the Drug Store, then head to the Gift Shop or General Store for candy and more. Don’t forget a refreshing glass of lemonade or hot corn-on-the-cob from our Corn & Lemonade Stand!
Dakota County Fair - Farmington
https://www.dakotacountyfair.org/
Lakefest at Thomas Lake
Enjoy free, family-friendly fishing fun! No license or equipment needed. Learn and explore with fish tanks, live demos, games and more. In addition, learn more about protecting our waters through info on nontoxic tackle, water quality, and invasive species.
There will be live music, fishing workshops, free popsicles from Jonny Pops, live fish tanks, a microscope & pond life station, and more!
This event is accessible for all with paved paths, indoor restrooms and inclusive programming.
Can’t wait to see you there! Learn more at cityofeagan.com/lakefest
Live music (Charlie Roth and friends)
Baztec shore fishing workshop (Spanish/English bilingual fishing event provider)
Free popsicles from Jonny Pops while supplies last
Live fish tank and DNR fishing info
Microscope and pond life station
Eagan Funfest
Eagan’s July 4th Funfest has been occurring annually for over 50 years. Beginning as a small group of children riding around town on decorated bicycles, the event has grown into a three day event at two locations with live bands, rides, lots of food, a parade, and a fireworks show that attracts more that 30,000.
https://eaganfunfest.org/
Spark! Mobile
Wescott Library Spark! Mobile
Enjoy outdoor singing, dancing and entertainment for the whole family with the City of Eagan's Spark! Mobile. Place pictures and letters in Puppet Mail for the puppets. Bring a chair or blanket and meet at our steps in front of the library. Join us after some shows for a secret special guest. For youth ages 2–10. This event is weather dependent.
Seal King Seal-Coating Driveways
Seal King driveway seal-coating in the Hawthorne Woods neighborhood has been rescheduled to June 18, 2025. Seal King is offering a special rate of $289 per homeowner. Homeowners are responsible for setting up an appointment with Seal King. You may call or text them at 763-357-0900 to schedule.
Eagan Art House Ribbon Cutting
Come explore the beautiful new space, meet staff, and help us celebrate a new era of creativity in our community! Enjoy light refreshments and open house tours of the facility until 6 p.m.
The Eagan Art House will officially be open to the public for summer classes and camps starting June 16.
Sign up now for one of our many classes this season, or schedule a private group gathering, field trip, or birthday party! Summer registration is now open at discovereagan.com.
Eagan Big Rig Rally
Central Maintenance Facility | 3501 Coachman Pt.
Get an up close and behind the scenes look at many of the big rigs that support the City of Eagan’s parks, trails, and roads. Guests will see mowers, plow trucks, police and fire vehicles, the famous garbage truck, and more! Activities will include equipment demos, face painting, and giveaways while supplies last. The event will be held rain or shine. Help fill The Open Door truck by bringing a canned food donation. Additional parking will be available at Oak Hills Church (1570 Yankee Doodle Road).
Holz Farm Spring Festival
Enjoy a spring afternoon of old-fashioned fun at Historic Holz Farm. The Friends of the Farm and the City of Eagan invite you to learn about life on the farm. Guests will be able to enjoy a hayride, tour the house, and listen to live music! Snacks and souvenirs will be available for purchase from the General Store. Tickets are required for all individuals 12 months and older. Tickets are available onsite or ahead of time at discovereagan.com.
Hawthorne Woods Neighborhood Garage Sale
The association will place Garage Sale signs at the entrances to Hawthorne Woods. Each homeowner is responsible for advertising their sale on Facebook, NextDoor, etc.
Earth Week Celebration at Trapp Farm
Explore educational booths, connect with local businesses, and enjoy delicious food from a local vendor. It’s a fun day you won’t want to miss!
Hawthorne Woods Annual HOA Meeting
It's that time of year again for our annual Hawthorne Woods Homeowners Association Meeting! We invite all homeowners to join us for an opportunity to hear updates from Board members, ask questions, connect with neighbors, and contribute to shaping the decisions that will guide our neighborhood in the year ahead. An Agenda can be found on the Residents/Homeowner Login page.
Holz Farm Harvest Festival
Holz Farm Harvest Festival
Saturday, Sept 21 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Holz Farm, 466 Manor Drive, Eagan
The Friends of the Farm and Eagan Parks & Recreation invite you to join them for a day of fall fun. Visit Historic Holz Farm and enjoy hayrides, live music, animals and live demonstrations. A special fiddling contest will take place at 1:00 p.m. Did you know that Historic Holz Farm is on the National Registry of Historic Places? This 1940’s era farm brings you back to yesteryear and what farming was like back in Eagan’s early days. Tickets are required for all individuals 12 months and older and are available at discovereagan.com or onsite.
Pinewood School Family Picnic Night
The Pinewood Community School PTO is hosting a family picnic! This is a great way to gather with and meet Pinewood families! Bring your picnic meal, a blanket and your family and meet us on the grass by the playground. If you feel like a lighter snack or want to skip on the packed meal, we will have several food truck vendors available!
Minnesota State Fair
The Great Minnesota Get-Together
The Minnesota State Fair is 12 days of fun ending Labor Day. The 2024 Fair runs August 22 - September 2.
Minnesota Fair Website
Minnesota State Fair 2024 Color Map PDF
Pinewood Elementary Playground Night
Pinewood Elementary School Kindergarten Playground Night
Meet other kindergartners and their families at the Pinewood Elementary School playground for an hour of play!
Primary Election Day Voting
Primary Election Day Voting
Check the website to find where you vote, voting hours, and more
Hot Art! Community Iron Pour
Caponi Art Park, Eagan MN
Saturday, August 10 | 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Join us as highly trained and skilled artists pour molten metal into open faced sand molds. These molds were created by students in our ‘Hot Art’ Artist Tile Workshops and by members of Igneous Metal Arts.
Eagan Food Truck Festival
Eagan Festival Grounds | 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan
It’s the highlight of the summer! Bring your friends and family out for a night of great food, awesome music, and local beer! Over 20 food trucks come to town to show off their delicious menus, and it’s sure not to disappoint with flavors from around the world. Dance to live music from The Sidekicks while enjoying a great night with friends. With over 20 food trucks, there’s something for everyone, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.
Eagan National Night Out
The Eagan Citizens’ Crime Prevention Association is again sponsoring the National Night Out. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer and more caring places to live. National Night Out is organized on a street-by-street basis
Vikings Training Camp
Join the Minnesota Vikings at Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center for the 2024 Vikings Training Camp presented by Omni Viking Lakes Hotel. Get the first look at the 2024 Minnesota Vikings on the field while making summer memories with family and friends!