Events & Activities
in Carver County
Year-Round Events & Activities
Our calendar is filled with events and activities all year long! Plan to attend community events and festivals highlighting the history of our area, holiday celebrations, sporting events, and more!
Coming Up
Scarecrows in the Gardens
September 16 – October 31
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, Chaska
The popular Scarecrows in the Gardens adds a festive note to the Arboretum’s autumn displays on the Dahlberg Terrace and Scarecrow Hill. Check out the artistry of the experts from Bachman’s, Arboretum staff and members of the community.
Coming Up
Scream Town
September 22 – October 29
ScreamTown, Chaska
One of the top Halloween Haunted Attractions in the area, this event offers 7 massive haunted attractions.
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Chaska Cares Music Festival
October 7
Athletic Park, Chaska
Get ready for an incredible day of music, unity, and community support! Join us at the Chaska Cares Music Festival where you’ll enjoy live performances by seven amazing bands from Minnesota, Texas, and Nashville.
Coming Up
Scarecrow Tour
October 12-22
Locations throughout Waconia
the Scarecrow Tour is a self-guided tour event staged outdoors that you can participate in with your loved ones. Waconia businesses create scarecrows for the community to tour outside their shops.
Farmer’s Markets
- Carver
Tuesdays, July 12 – September 27 from 3-6 p.m. at Carver Station, Carver - Chaska
Wednesdays, June 21 – September 20 from 3-6 p.m. at City Square Park, Chaska - Victoria
Thursdays, June 22 – September 21 from 3-6 p.m. at ENKI Brewing parking lot - Chanhassen
Saturdays, July 1 – September 30 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at City Center Park - Bongards
Wednesdays, June – September from 3-6 p.m. at St. John’s UCC Parking Lot (Hwy 212 and County Road 51), NYA
Annual Events
Explore the many events, festivals, and celebrations that happen every year throughout Carver County!
