Special Events
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Phone: 952-985-4600
2020 Fall Events
"Who Done It?" Hike
Play Sherlock Holmes by collecting clues, gathering information and solving mysteries, while walking the trails at Ritter Farm Park. Hike on your own schedule; clues will be out 9 a.m.-1 p.m. All ages welcome. FREE event. No registration required.
Tour of Lakeville
Ride Lakeville's trails in-person or on your own anytime the week of September 19. Join Lakeville Friends of the Environment (LFE) volunteers and Mayor Doug Anderson for a 17-mile bike ride on trails and bike lanes highlighting our parks, lakes and conservation areas. Due to COVID-19 we are offering two options:
- Ride anytime the week of August 19 and post your photos on LFE's Facebook page.
- Ride in-person with a socially-distanced ride.
Haunted Forest Festival
Check back in October for updates on this event. The annual Haunted Forest Festival event occurs each October before Halloween and includes a trick-or-treat maze, hayrides, puppet shows and the haunted forest trail. Over 100 volunteers help with this event - find out how you can volunteer this year.
2018 Fall Events
Tour of Lakeville
Join us on this 17-mile ride and discover new parks and trails in Lakeville. Glide along Juno Trail as we hug the Lake Marion shoreline. Swing thru Antlers and Steve Michaud parks and discover two conservation areas within the City.
"Who Done It?" Hike
Play Sherlock Holmes by collecting clues and solving the mystery while walking the trails at Ritter Farm Park during the"Who Done It?" Hike. When the end is near and you think you have it solved, you’ll have a chance to guess “who done it.”
2018 Fall Events
Tour of Lakeville
Join us on this 17-mile ride and discover new parks and trails in Lakeville. Glide along Juno Trail as we hug the Lake Marion shoreline. Swing thru Antlers and Steve Michaud parks and discover two conservation areas within the City.
"Who Done It?" Hike
Play Sherlock Holmes by collecting clues and solving the mystery while walking the trails at Ritter Farm Park during the"Who Done It?" Hike. When the end is near and you think you have it solved, you’ll have a chance to guess “who done it.”
2020/2021 Winter Events
Holidays at the Heritage Center
Santa's Secret Store is designed for children to purchase gifts for family and friends. Parents wait in the Holiday Bake Shoppe where they can purchase homemade holiday treats. Volunteers assist children with their purchases and gift wrapping. Find out how you can volunteer at this event. Don't forget to register kids for Cookies for Santa, which occurs during the event.
Letter from Santa and Phone Calls from the North Pole
With your help, a personal letter from Santa Claus can be arranged for your child. You can also have Mrs. Claus, Santa or the Elves to call your house. Register online or download a registration packet (PDF).
Ritter Fest
Come out with friends or family to Ritter Fest, a fun winter event. Try snowshoeing through the woods or roast a s'more at this free event. Lakeville SnoTrackers will be available for snowmobile rides. Dogsledding will be available for a cost to those who preregister.
Youth Ice Fishing Contest
2020 Spring Events
Easter Egg Scramble & Breakfast - CANCELED
Free Family Fun Fest - CANCELED
Bring your family and friends to enjoy a night of fun and free activities. The Family Fun Fest offers a wide variety of events including inflatables, children's activities and a popular children's movie on the turf.
2020 Summer Events
Pickleball Tournament - CANCELED
Youth Shore Fishing Contest - CANCELED
At the annual Youth Shore Fishing Contest, kids are invited to fish away the morning in search of "the big one." Prizes will be awarded.
Puppet Wagon
The virtual puppet wagon is here! Join the adventure and learn about the environment during the summer of 2020. We will post a new show each Monday at 9 a.m. Watch the shows on YouTube.