Events Calendar

Schedule of Events for the 88th Hopkins Raspberry Festival | July 13-17, 2022

Please note, this schedule is tentative until July 1st

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Jul
13
Wed
2022
Jul 13 @ 8:00 am
8:00 am
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Each year, a medallion about the size of your palm is hidden somewhere in Hopkins during the festival. The person who finds it first earns a $300 cash prize. Clues to finding the medallion will begin appearing Wednesday, July 13,…
Jul
13
Wed
2022
Jul 13 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
9:00 am
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A Hopkins Police Officer with a big heart describes Laun Anderson. In his honor, Shady Oak Lake is full of children each year to grab complimentary poles then hit the dock or banks to try and grab as many fish as possible.…
Shady Oak Lake
Jul
13
Wed
2022
Jul 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
1:00 pm
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Join us as we celebrate Hopkins! Enjoy a special presentation by the Senior Aquatennial Choir Meet and Greet the Raspberry Royalty Enter for a chance to win fabulous raffle prizes, $1 per ticket. Receive a free ticket by bringing a…
Downtown Park
Jul
14
Thu
2022
Jul 14 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
6:00 pm
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Play bingo under the big top tent and enjoy fresh grilled burgers, brats and more.
Hopkins Elks Lodge
Jul
14
Thu
2022
Jul 14 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
7:00 pm
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The tradition of Hopkins Raspberry Festival Royalty dates back to the very beginning of the Hopkins Raspberry Festival. Come join our reigning Royalty give their farewell, and congratulate the newly crowned Raspberry Royalty as they continue a Hopkins tradition more…
Hopkins Center for the Arts
Jul
14
Thu
2022
Jul 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
7:00 pm
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This special community event brings residents and visitors from throughout the metro area to enjoy music in our beautiful Downtown Park. Music in the Park concerts are free, compliments of area businesses and organizations. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket—refreshments always available.
Downtown Park
Jul
15
Fri
2022
Jul 15 @ 8:00 pm
8:00 pm
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Lipstick-n-Dynamite is making their first appearance at Raspberry Festival to help kick off the weekend right! This female led band delivers up-tempo, danceable, country music brought to you in a fun, energetic show. Dust off your boots and join us downtown for…
9th Avenue S 1/2 block south of Mainstreet
Jul
15
Fri
2022
Jul 15 @ 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
8:30 pm
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Please join us for our movie night at Maetzold Field. Bring a blanket and some popcorn and plan to spend an evening enjoying Little Big League! When the owner of the Minnesota Twins dies suddenly, his will bequeaths the team…
Maetzold Field
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
9:00 am
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Featuring boys and girls high school rugby teams and a middle school showcase. Coaches’ meeting/players gather at 8:30 a.m., games begin at 9 a.m. For more information, visit www.hopkinsrugby.com.
Maetzold Field
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
9:00 am
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The entire community of Hopkins turns out on Mainstreet for Family Day to enjoy food, music and dozens of vendors displaying their crafts. There are family oriented activities available in Central Park. The Marketplace Arts and Craft Fair takes place…
Mainstreet, Hopkins
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
9:00 am
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Help keep families together and healthy by making a blood donation. A Minnesota-based, independent nonprofit, they supply life-saving blood, state-of-the-art laboratory services and biomedical expertise around the country and the world. Donate a pint of blood and receive a free pint of…
Olio Coworking
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
9:00 am
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This one day, double-elimination men’s tournament will have games played at Central Park in Hopkins and Big Willow Park in Minnetonka. Registration is limited to the first 12 teams. Teams must register by July 6 under the team manager’s account.…
Central Park
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
9:00 am
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Mens and Womens 3.5-4.0 Doubles @9am Mixed Doubles 2.5-3.0 @1:30pm, Mixed Doubles 3.5-4.0 @1:30pm Cost to play: $60 registration fee per team This is a one day, Round Robin Pickleball tournament at Central Park in Hopkins. One player per team must…
Central Park
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
9:00 am
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The Wild Boar hosts the Hopkins Raspberry Association pull tabs and meat raffles, as well as sponsors the annual fireworks show on the evening of Family Day. Come support this Hopkins business that has been a steadfast supporter of the Raspberry Festival…
Wild Boar
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am
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Kids ages 5-6, 7-8 and 9-10 race for a chance to bring home their very own Big Wheel racer. Not only is the event a great way to get kids excited about racing and the Hopkins Cruisers, it is also a…
Mainstreet, Hopkins
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
10:00 am
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2nd Annual Military Vehicle Show and military tribute vehicles. Event runs from 10:00am – 2:00pm, with lunch available from 11:00am – 2:00pm. Admission is $5.00 or more if you would like. All proceeds go to the Minneapolis Veterans Home.
Hopkins VFW Post #425
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 10:30 am – 4:00 pm
10:30 am
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The Hopkins Westwind Concert Band invites you to come to Hopkins to enjoy the many Family Day activities on Mainstreet and to stop in at Downtown Park where you can relax in the shade and enjoy the band music. Additional information…
Downtown Park
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 11:30 am – 3:30 pm
11:30 am
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Soap Box Derby racing consists of a non-motorized car that is launched from a ramp on top of a hill. Gaining speeds at approximately 35 miles per hour, drivers are timed to determine the winner of each race. Double elimination…
Hilltop Park
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
12:00 pm
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Play bingo under the big top tent and enjoy fresh grilled burgers, brats and more.
Hopkins Elks Lodge
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
12:00 pm
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Classic cars from all decades are in attendance to bring back memories of Hopkins’ days past when Mainstreet was once filled with dealerships, repair shops and filling stations. It truly was ‘the’ car town.
Mainstreet, Hopkins
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
3:00 pm
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The Hopkins Police Department has brought back Celebration of Community on Family Day. Visit the Central Park Mainstage for cultural exhibits, music, food, dance, crafts and storytelling from various members of the Hopkins community.
12th Ave & Mainstreet
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
4:00 pm
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Conceived with families in mind, featuring inflatables, art activities, demonstrations, food trucks and musical entertainment are brought together to offer all members of the family an afternoon of entertainment. Central Park Mainstage Schedule: Pop ROCKS is a HIGH ENERGY LIVE…
Central Park
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 6:00 pm
6:00 pm
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Memories of the glory days of cruising Hopkins Mainstreet in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s are brought back each Raspberry Festival with a reunion cruise after the Arts and Crafts fair clears out. Come watch the cruisers roll by – or better…
Mainstreet, Hopkins
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
7:00 pm
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As part of the Families in Central Park event, the band PopRocks will set the tone of a fun dance party, family friendly style! The band will play up until the fireworks show and then perform a few songs after…
Central Park
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 8:00 pm
8:00 pm
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Saturday night’s main attraction will be the one and only Uncle Chunk! This Raspberry Festival favorite keeps audiences moving all night long. Uncle Chunk plays the best of all genres – dance, alternative, rock, country and more. Audiences at every show…
9th Avenue S 1/2 block south of Mainstreet
Jul
16
Sat
2022
Jul 16 @ 10:00 pm
10:00 pm
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Wild Boar Bar and Grill proudly sponsors the Annual Hopkins Raspberry Festival fireworks display in Central Park! At 10:00 pm, the Mainstage band synchronizes its music to this spectacular fireworks show! Hopkins’ Central Park fills with people each year for…
Central Park
Jul
17
Sun
2022
Jul 17 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
8:00 am
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Vail Place, celebrating 41 years in Hopkins, sponsors this fun, family friendly event that raises money, hope and awareness for adults with mental illness! This hybrid event runs as a 5 day virtual walking challenge with an in-person wrap up…
Mainstreet, Hopkins
Jul
17
Sun
2022
Jul 17 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
11:00 am
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The Hopkins Raspberry Run is one of Minnesota’s great running traditions. Participation for youth 18 & under is free as part of the Twin Cities Track Club ‘Kids Run Free’ initiative. 5-Mile and 1-Mile runs take place. So bring the whole family…
Mainstreet, Hopkins
Jul
17
Sun
2022
Jul 17 @ 1:00 pm
1:00 pm
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We cordially invite you to participate in our Grande Day Parade as we celebrate the Hopkins Raspberry Festival. Come join the enthusiastic crowd and enjoy beautiful Hopkins Mainstreet! The tradition of the Hopkins Raspberry Festival culminates with the Grande Day…
Mainstreet, Hopkins
Jul
17
Sun
2022
Jul 17 @ 1:00 pm
1:00 pm
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The VFW mission is to foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans. Hopkins VFW Post 425 hosts a pulled pork sandwich lunch following the…
Hopkins VFW Post #425
Jul
17
Sun
2022
Jul 17 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
3:00 pm
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An Outdoor Event at 1413 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343 Cost: FREE GENERAL ADMISSION (Standing Room Only) Limited VIP Seats Available for Purchase. Start of Fashion Show is 15 minutes after last float completes the Raspberry Parade. (ETA between 2-3pm) Timeless…
The Atelier Academy of Beauty
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