Looking for Fun Events this Summer? Come to Baudette, MN at Lake of the Woods County for great activities for the whole family. Many organizations with volunteers galore put together an array of events throughout the summer. The Lake of the Woods Fair Board, the Baudette-Lake of the Woods Chamber of Commerce, the Women of Today and others ban together to create this inviting menu of activities people of all ages to enjoy.

Of course, the number 1 Fun Event at Lake of the Woods is fishing on the big lake. With over 50 resorts and an exciting fishery, visitors can expect enjoyment of pristine waters and the great taste of walleye at the Walleye Capital of the World™. This is true fun!

Families are especially welcome at Lake of the Woods and an invitation is given to all to enjoy the fun events planned. The first event scheduled is Willie Walleye Weekend put on by the Lake of the Woods Fair Board. This event will take place the weekend of June 4^th-5^th. Food vendors and merchandise vendors will be on hand for great food tasting and shopping. Entertainment (TBA) will be held using the new grandstand bleachers. Horse Shows, Car Shows, 5K run, and often a famous walleye fish fry round out the fun.

June 23^rd will be an annual event called Take a Kid Fishing. Resort owners, guides, and other volunteers from the Chamber invite youth of all ages to have a fun time as they jump on to launch boats and learn the fine art of fishing as well as having fun. For most, this is the first time they get to experience this sport. A fine meal is prepared after the day for these young folks

June 24^th, the Baudette-Lake of the Woods Chamber will feature free movie night. They have purchased an outdoor screen, projector and sound system and set up shop on the famous Willie Walleye hill. What a fun experience! Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and sit back and enjoy a great family film. A small concession stand is usually available also. In case of inclement weather, the evening will still happen but the location will be changed to the Baudette International Ice Arena located at the LOW School on Highway 11 West of Baudette.

July 3-4 is one of the most fun times to be in Baudette, Lake of the Woods. This year we will once again have the annual July 4^th parade through the city streets. The main street will have both food and merchandise vendors and fun events for the kids. Women of Today usually have kid races at the Willie Walleye hill provide that kind of fun. Arm wrestling, bouncy toys and entertainment are all happening throughout the day. That weekend will also feature the annual fun street dance and a 5K run. The best fireworks around are displayed over the Baudette Bay with hundreds of people sitting on the hill. Fun indeed!

July 14-17 is the annual Lake of the Woods County Fair held at the fairgrounds right in Baudette. Car Races, Demo Derby, Horse Shows, Barrel Racing, 4-H exhibits, food and merchandise vendors and a great carnival will provide fun for the whole family. Special entertainment is brought in and again the new grandstand bleachers will be used for the first time at the fair.

Kids day is July 15^th at the Fair and another Free Movie will be offered there by the Chamber. They will set up right at the fairgrounds and use the great pavilion there for the feature. Also at that pavilion will be local entertainment throughout the days. Great fun!!

August 19^th will be the date for another Free movie night for the family on Willie Walleye hill.

August 28^th will be the date for a City Wide Rummage Sale in conjunction with Baudette’s Crazy Day sales. Remember that each Saturday of the summer a beautiful Farmer’s Market is held at the parking lot of Hometown Hardware. Vendors there are talented and very friendly to stop and chat with.

As you can see, summer is a fun time to visit Baudette and Lake of the Woods County. Another website you might want to check out is Explore Minnesota at www.exploreminnesota.com where festivals and events are listed for times and locations.

Come stay at our beautiful resorts for some of the best accommodations and food around with great hospitality. See our full website at www.lakeofthewoodsmn.com/lodging.