# Events & Things To Do In Waconia This Weekend | May 1-3, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Waconia is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Waconia this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

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## Weekend Events in Waconia

- **Event Name**: Lola's Lake Waconia Half Marathon
  - **Description**: Lola's Lake Waconia is 
Saturday, May 2, 2026
13.1 / 10M / 5K / Kids Run​

Race details and sign up at: www.lakewaconiahalfmarathon.com

We’re thrilled to announce that the 13th Annual Lake Waconia Half Marathon is back! Join us on May 2nd for an unforget
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waconia/lolas-lake-waconia-half-marathon/200029280433256
  - **Venue**: City Square Park
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  - **Categories**: marathons, sports, workshops, kids, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Tyler Herwig @ Lola's Lakehouse
  - **Description**: Come hang out with Tyler Herwig at Lola's Lakehouse, May 3rd, 5-8pm for some amazing live music!About this EventTyler Herwig —storyteller, powerhouse performer and above all, devoted husband and father. Rooted in the indi
  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waconia/tyler-herwig-lolas-lakehouse/100001986328083769
  - **Venue**: Lola's Lakehouse
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, art, performances, live-music, storytelling
- **Event Name**: FREE Paper Shredding & Tech Recycling Drive at Waconia Branch
  - **Description**: FREE Community Paper Shredding & Tech Recycling Drive at MidCountry Bank Waconia!  Open to everyone from 9am – 12pm.  Help protect yourself from identity theft and bring any unwanted paper documents or retired technology with personal information. 

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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waconia/free-paper-shredding-and-tech-recycling-drive-at-waconia-branch/200029873138347
  - **Venue**: 200 E Frontage Rd, Waconia, MN 55387
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- **Event Name**: Salad Luncheon
  - **Description**: RSVP by April 27!!!

Sharing Salads, Sharing Love: A Charity Luncheon! Join the Women of Joy for a delightful salad buffet, available for dine-in or takeout! A freewill offering will be appreciated to support Enkrateia “House of Hope”.

RSVP by April 27 b
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:30 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waconia/salad-luncheon/200029924607905
  - **Venue**: 41 E 1st St, Waconia, MN, United States, Minnesota 55387
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities
- **Event Name**: Preschool Open Gym
  - **Description**: Preschool Open Gym is a great opportunity for kids 5 & under to run, explore, play and get some energy out with a parent and without the "big kids" around. This open gym is for kids 5 and under only and is strictly enforced, even on no school days! Pa
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 11:15 am – Fri May 01 2026 at 12:15 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waconia/preschool-open-gym/200029657090349
  - **Venue**: 654 Industrial Blvd, Waconia, MN, United States, Minnesota 55387
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  - **Categories**: kids

## Trending Events in Waconia

- **Event Name**: Lola's Lake Waconia Half Marathon
  - **Description**: Lola's Lake Waconia is 
Saturday, May 2, 2026
13.1 / 10M / 5K / Kids Run​

Race details and sign up at: www.lakewaconiahalfmarathon.com

We’re thrilled to announce that the 13th Annual Lake Waconia Half Marathon is back! Join us on May 2nd for an unforget
  - **Venue**: City Square Park
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- **Event Name**: 22nd Annual Sister Saturday
  - **Description**: 🛍 Plan your 22nd Annual Sister Saturday shopping and dining day on May 9 with all day deals & steals at 30 participating Waconia businesses!

More details to come!
  - **Venue**: Waconia, MN
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- **Event Name**: The Dweebs at the Carver County Fair - Waconia, MN
  - **Description**: ***Who are The Dweebs***
The Dweebs are a Family band from Wisconsin. Started in 1987 by Michael "Papa Dweeb" Blue. In 2004 Papa would bring his 3 children into the band as they travel the country performing at Fairs, Festivals, Private Parties & Comp
  - **Venue**: Carver County Fairgrounds
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- **Event Name**: Waconia Tree Lighting
  - **Description**: 🎄 The Waconia Tree Lighting is November 27 at 6-6:30PM!
🔥 Sip hot cocoa by the warm fire while caroling with holiday characters.
🦙 See Carlson's Llovable Llamas dressed up for the Christmas season. 
🩰 Preview a snippet of The Nutcracker Suite from Cultiva
  - **Venue**: City Square Park
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- **Event Name**: Deep Roots: The Christine Passig Band | Carver County Fair (Patio)
  - **Description**: Get ready for a night of great music, fair food, and plenty of fun at the Carver County Fair! We'll be on the patio - come join us!

Deep Roots brings a soulful blend of country, bluesy southern rock, and gospel-inspired harmonies — the kind of music that
  - **Venue**: Carver County Fair - Waconia, MN
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- **Event Name**: HomeTown Bank Block Party
  - **Description**: Dust off your bell bottoms and get ready to boogie. 🕺🏼🪩 Our annual Block Party is back, and this year, we're throwing it way back with a groovy 70's-theme!

🎶 Live music by Where's Karl?
🎨 Kids activities including bounce houses, face painting, and more
🍔
  - **Venue**: 641 Marketplace Drive, Waconia, MN 55387
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- **Event Name**: Mother's Day Cupcake Bouquet Workshop Schram Vineyards
  - **Description**: Come craft adorable cupcake bouquets for Mother's Day at Schram Vineyards—fun, tasty, and hands-on!About this EventJoin us for a relaxed and creative evening at Schram Vineyards as we design beautiful buttercream cu
  - **Venue**: Schram Vineyards Winery, Brewery & Restaurant
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- **Event Name**: Extreme Events Championship Rodeo
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Extreme Events Championship Rodeo, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at Carver County Fairgrounds in the heart of Waconia, MN for an ev
  - **Venue**: Carver County Fairgrounds
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- **Event Name**: Candle Making Experience at Schram Vineyards
  - **Description**: Create your own custom wood-wick candle at Schram Vineyards with TS Home Studio—an elevated evening of scent blending, wine & creativity.About this EventJoin us at Schram Vineyards for a thoughtfully designed Candle M
  - **Venue**: Schram Vineyards Winery & Brewery
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Waconia?
  - **A:** Lola's Lake Waconia Half Marathon (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am at City Square Park), Tyler Herwig @ Lola's Lakehouse (Sun May 03 2026 at 05:00 pm at Lola's Lakehouse), FREE Paper Shredding & Tech Recycling Drive at Waconia Branch (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am at 200 E Frontage Rd, Waconia, MN 55387), Salad Luncheon (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:30 am at 41 E 1st St, Waconia, MN, United States, Minnesota 55387), Preschool Open Gym (Fri May 01 2026 at 11:15 am at 654 Industrial Blvd, Waconia, MN, United States, Minnesota 55387).
- **Q**: What are the top free Weekend events in Waconia?
  - **A:** Tyler Herwig @ Lola's Lakehouse (Sun May 03 2026 at 05:00 pm at Lola's Lakehouse).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Waconia this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** Lola's Lake Waconia Half Marathon (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am at City Square Park), Tyler Herwig @ Lola's Lakehouse (Sun May 03 2026 at 05:00 pm at Lola's Lakehouse), FREE Paper Shredding & Tech Recycling Drive at Waconia Branch (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am at 200 E Frontage Rd, Waconia, MN 55387), Salad Luncheon (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:30 am at 41 E 1st St, Waconia, MN, United States, Minnesota 55387).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Waconia?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Waconia on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Waconia?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Waconia?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Waconia include City Square Park, Lola's Lakehouse, 200 E Frontage Rd, Waconia, MN 55387.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Waconia?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Waconia include Lola's Lake Waconia Run, Tyler Herwig, MidCountry Bank.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Waconia?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Waconia.

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