Waconia Chamber of Commerce | Things To Do

Lake Waconia Located right on the northern edge of the City of Waconia is beautiful Lake Waconia. As the largest lake in Carver County and the second largest in the Twin Cities seven county metropolitan area, Lake Waconia boast many year round activities. In the summer Lake Waconia hosts a multitude of recreational activities; sailing, boating, fishing, water skiing and swimming, just to name a few. In the spring and fall, the wide-open waters and seasonal winds call wind surfers, sailboarders and sailors from miles around. The maple-basswood trees surrounding Lake Waconia create a fall landscape second to none. Lake Waconia becomes a city unto itself in the winter with thousands of ice-fishing houses forming a community of anglers enjoying a Minnesota winter.	E.J. Henderson Celebrity Bass Challenge - June 25-26, 2008 Lake Waconia	Download Visitors Brochure
	Lake Waconia Band Festival! June 21, 2008 After you find your parade spot, enjoy some blues in the park, try out some delicious food and do some shopping! More info Lake Waconia Triathlon! June 29, 2008 More Info Safari Island Community Center Expect heart-pounding excitement and thrill-packed discoveries on your expedition through Safari Island. Waconia's Community is celebrating its first birthday this year. It's centerpiece is a large aquatic center with an eight lane Olympic size pool and a leisure pool with a two story water slide, water play fountains and zero-depth water entry. The facility also include a children's play structure, four-court gymnasium, fitness center, and elevated running track. For more information, call the hotline at 952/442-0695 or checkout the website: safariisland.net	Nearby Attractions Waconia is located right in the center of Carver County and is one of the most beautiful natural rural areas in Minnesota. Enjoy the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chanhassen, Lowry Nature Center and the Carver Park Reserve near Victoria and Baylor Park Reserve in Young America. Popular activities include bird watching, hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. Follow the links below for additional recreational opportunities. Enjoy your visit! Hennepin Parks Old Log Theater Chanhassen Dinner Theater Valleyfair Canterbury Park Mall of America
Nickle Dickle Day Come and enjoy our community celebration, Saturday, September 13, 2008. Events include an Arts and Crafts Fair in City Square Park, music on the streets and in City Square, headquarters for the day's events. You won't want to miss our 23rd Annual Classic Car and Truck Show or our three-on-three basketball tournament. For more information, contact the Waconia Chamber of Commerce, 952-442-5812 or click here.
Carver County Fair August 6-10, 2008- Waconia hosts one of Minnesota's top county fairs, drawing about 75,000 people each year. The Carver County Fair boasts large livestock and open class exhibits; along with 4-H, FFA and educational displays.Grandstand events include tractor and truck pulls and a demolition derby. For more information, call the fair office 952-442-2333 or visit www.carvercountyfair.com