Events & Forms

ALL WEEKEND

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TREASURE HUNT sponsored by CAR & CREDIT CONNECTION OF SOUTH ST PAUL

The first clue will be released on Tuesday, Sept 7th at 10 am. MEDALLION HAS BEEN FOUND! THANKS FOR PARTICIPATING

Clues will be released each day at 10 am & 5 pm at www.buyherepayhereminnesota.com on “The Hunt” page.

Finder of the medallion will receive $200 in local gift cards and lunch at Mallards in Inver Grove Heights with our sponsor

(if a 2021 IGH Days button has been purchased, otherwise $100 in local gift cards will be awarded)

Click the button below for complete rules.

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CITY WIDE GARAGE SALE 

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City Wide Garage Sale will be held Thursday, September 9th thru Saturday, September 11th. Maps will be available online.

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Registration is now closed, maps will be available later this week.

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TENNIS TOURNAMENT 

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The tournament will take place Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with 5 Divisions at the Simley High School Tennis Courts

18 and under boys

18 and under girls

Men's open

Women's open

Doubles

Cost will be @20 per entry (includes singles, and doubles if desired)

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Presented by: Simley Tennis Booster Club

COLORING CONTEST sponsored by Hometown Sweets

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Celebrate IGH Days this year by coloring and submitting your completed artwork. Pickup your color sheets at Hometown Sweets (80th & Cahill Ave) or Inver Glen Library (80th & Blaine Ave) or click on the button below to print your own entry.

Entries are due at Hometown Sweets or Inver Glen Library by Sunday, September 12th.

Categories: • Under 9 years old • 10 –17 years old • Over 18 years old. Entries are due by Sunday September 12th

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EXPLORE 65 SITES IN THE HEIGHTS

Celebrate the founding of IGH in 1965, by visiting 65 sites throughout the city to learn about the unique history of Inver Grove Heights, while having a chance to win great prizes at the same time.

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Sponsors: Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins, Senator Matt Klein District 52, and T4U

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BINGO TENT sponsored by Moose Lodge #1088

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Friday 6-9pm Saturday 12-9pm Sunday 11-3pm

Bingo Specials throughout the weekend.  Button Required.

Tent is located in Village Square Parking Lot

WEDNESDAY

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FALL FOOD FEST  4:30pm to 7:00pm

Come to the VMCC parking lot to celebrate the Official Kick Off to IGH Days. 

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Vendors Scheduled to attend:

Cave Café (Mediterranean Cuisine) Sumo Egg Rolls (Asian Cuisine)

Que Tal Street Eats (Salvadoran Cuisine) Rollin Noles BBQ (American BBQ)

MJ Steak and Chicken (New York Strip Sandwiches) Cookie Dough Bliss (Dessert- Cookie Dough)

Youniversfoodie (Dessert- Variety Waffles) Kenny's Meatball Wagon (Italian with American Twist)

Philicious Phillys (American, Philly Style)

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All trucks have the ability to accept cards, and there is an ATM located inside the VMCC.

Every truck has a variety of foods on their menus. Some larger and heavier foods but also smaller sides or lighter entrees.

Picnic tables available within the event space or enjoy a picnic style meal on our grassy areas just outside the event space.

If it is raining we will move forward with the event, although we may cancel the event if there is lightning or any other factors that potentially could endanger our guests.

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VMCC OPEN HOUSE  4:00pm - 8:00pm

Check out what the The Grove Aquatic and Fitness Center and  Veterans Memorial Community Center have to offer.

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OPEN SWIM  FREE w/IGH Days Button 4:00pm - 8:00pm 

Guests may use the Water Park during this time for free with the purchase of a IGH Days Button. Come check out all the fun at the The Grove Aquatic Center

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THURSDAY

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COFFEE WITH A COP, COUNTY ATTORNEY, AND COMMISSIONER  8:30am Inver Glen Library (80th & Blaine Ave)

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Join Sheriff Tim Leslie, County Attorney Kathy Keena, and County Commissioner Joe Atkins for

a casual conversation, cup of coffee, and Q&A. 

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TRIVIA NIGHT  7:00pm at Moose Lodge (Concord & Dawn Way)

Regular trivia + local trivia, prizes awarded throughout the evening. Button Required.

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Sponsors: Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins and Senator Matt Klein District 52

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FRIDAY

FAMILY FUN NIGHT  5:00pm to 7:00pm

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Come to Oakwood Park (78th & Clayton) for a carnival with giant inflatables, carnival games, & more!

Hot Dogs, Pizza, and Beverages available for purchase.

Tickets for sale at the event.  Button Required

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FAMILY GLOW WALK  8:30pm to 10:00pm

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The Park will Glow Late Night, enjoy a family walk through Oakwood Park (78th & Clayton)

Button Required. Register for t-shirts and glow packs 

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Sponsors: Inver Grove Ford Lincoln, Danner Landscaping & Sales, Wagner Sod, Therapy OPS, & Simply Nutrition

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FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS  7:00pm

Cheer on your hometown Simley Spartans as they take on the Hill Murray Pioneers at Spartan Stadium!

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FRIDAY NIGHT BAND  7:00pm - 9:00pm at the Moose Lodge (Concord & Dawn Way)

The Average Janes Band features Amy Wegner Stanton, a Simley grad who is the daughter of former KS95 host Michael J. Douglas and granddaughter of IGH Fire Chief Rudy Wegner.

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Sponsors: Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins and Senator Matt Klein District 52

SATURDAY

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BEAN BAG & VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENTS  Sponsored by Drkula's 32 Bowl

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Register at Drac's or call Chris 651.451.1717 or email chris@dracspub.com

Limited entries. Button Required

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PICKLE BALL TOURNAMENT  9:00am Start

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North Valley Park (70th Street)

Pick a partner and join in this new fun tournament!

Must register as a team of two. Championship T-shirt provided to first place teams. Tournament T-shirts will be given to all participants. Registered teams will be notified of tournament details. Balls will be provided.

Tournament will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. No refunds.

Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced; Doubles Tournament

• Three groups — separate tournaments

• Best of three games matches (30-45 mins per match)

• Rounds & timing to be decided based on number of teams

Entry fee/donation $20/team of two Entry Fee

Deadline for Sign up: Closed

Drop Off Location for the IGH Days Food Drive!

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Sponsors: Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins and Senator Matt Klein District 52

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CHILDREN'S TREASURE HUNT sponsored by I State Truck Center 9AM

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Hunt for treasure in the park and redeem for great prizes (one prize per child)

Age divisions: Ages 4 & Under | 5 to 8 years old | 9 to 12 years old

Oakwood Park (78th and Clayton)

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GRAND DAY PARADE 11AM

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Begins on 80th Street and follows Cahill Avenue heading north to Buckley Way

Volunteers will collect non perishable food donations along the parade route for Neighbors Inc

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DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT 1:30 PM CHECK IN  2:00 PM START

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Grab family and friends, and join this fun tournament!

Must register as a team of two on the day of the event.

Age divisions: Ages 13-17 | 18 & up: Recreational/Novice | 18 & up: Advanced

Awards will be given for 1st and 2nd place in each division.

Entry fee: $10/team Location: North Valley Park (70th Street)

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Sponsor: IGH Parks & Recreation

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IGH ROYALTY CORONATION  4:30 PM SEATING BEGINS AT 4:00 PM

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Recognition  of the 2019/20 Royalty and crowning of the 2021 Inver Grove Heights Royalty.

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Simley Performing Arts Center

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BIKE THE BRIDGES 3:00 PM

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Join us at the Swing Bridge for a free family bike ride! Route starts at Swing Bridge Park and goes to the Wakota Bridge and back which is about five miles. Bike King will provide bike repair and the Fire Department will supply first aid along the route. IGH Police will also be available. Participants will receive a free gift, beverage, and snack.

Drop Off Location for the IGH Days Food Drive!

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Sponsor: Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins & Dakota County

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STREET DANCE 8 PM - 12AM event opens at 7:30pm

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Join us as for the annual street dance at Drac's!

Everyone is welcome to bring your own personal chair to sit under the stars and enjoy the music.

Cover Charge $7 with IGH Days button, $10 without a button

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Sponsor: Drkula's 32 Bowl and Pub

FIREWORKS 8:30 PM

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Fireworks display is launched from Simley Island Park (80th & Cahill)

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Sponsor: Integrity Woven Wire & City of Inver Grove Heights

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SUNDAY

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FARMER'S MARKET 8AM - 1PM

Shop for fresh and locally grown fruits, vegetables, seasoning, salsa, honey, flowers and more at the Saint Paul Farmers Market!

VMCC Parking Lot (80th and Barbara)

Drop Off Location for the IGH Days Food Drive!

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EXPLORE INVER GROVE HEIGHTS 11AM - 3PM

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All Sunday events listed below take place on Cahill Avenue between 65th and 70th streets 11am-3pm

BUSINESS EXPO

Discover your local businesses, community groups, and a showcase of new vehicles available from local car dealerships

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28th ANNUAL CLASSIC CAR SHOW

It just gets better every year. We are hoping this is our best year ever.

Dash Plaques & goody bags for the first 200 cars.

Sponsor: Medallions Car Club

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PET CONTEST (12PM) sponsored by Inver Grove Heights Animal Hospital

Bring your pet to Bremer Bank. Categories include: Best Trick, Best Costume, Pet Owner Look-A-Like, and more. 

Free w/Button. Button Required.

KIDS COURT Sponsored by IGH Parks and Recreation

ALL ACTIVITIES FREE WITH IGH DAYS BUTTON      

CHALK THE WALK

Are you the next IGH Days artist? Come show us your drawing skills and have a chance to win a prize!

Participants will have one parking lot spot to create their masterpiece. Chalk is provided.

Age groups  

5 and under

6-9 years old

10-12 years old

Check in begins at 11:30 am in the Bremer Bank parking lot. Artist space is first come first serve; space is limited.

Artists must be completed with their piece by 2 pm. Winners announced at 2:15 pm (one winner for each age group).

PUBLIC SAFETY DISPLAY presented by IGH Police and Fire Department

Aerial fire truck, police cars & city vehicles

Fire safety trailer

Fire sprinkler demonstration trailer

Kitchen Fire Demo Trailer

CPR Booth

Live Safety Demo

    1:30 pm -Air Bag Demo        2:00 pm - Car Extrication Demo

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BUTTON DRAWING @ 3PM

Bingo tent- do not need to be present to win. Winners posted on www.invergroveheightsdays.org