Sauk Rapids River Days: Parade, Food Fest, And Local Talent

It's that time, when all sorts of outdoor fun activities throughout the small towns in Central Minnesota celebrate what they are all about. There are carnivals, parades, music shows, lots of food, and hanging out with your friends and neighbors.

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This week, Sauk Rapids is gearing up for their big Rapids River Days!

VERY POPULAR ANNUAL EVENT

Most people think of Food Fest when you are talking about Rapids River Days. And while that is a really fun event, with all sorts of foods from all over. I usually refer to it as the "taste of Sauk Rapids". It's fun to try all kinds of foods you may not have tried before, or take part in your favorites too. This event is on Saturday, June 28th.

There are so many other events that are happening as well.

MEDALLION HUNT

There is the Medallion Hunt. Listen for the clues, you could win $500! This starts on Thursday morning (June 26th).

Clues given daily at 9am and 4pm until found.
Listen to 98.1 FM for clues!
Visit this website for clues!
Visit the RRDays Facebook page for clues!
The Medallion is hidden on City property within the Sauk Rapids City Limits. It is NOT buried underground! No digging required.

CONCERT OUTDOORS AT THE CLEARING

Love outdoor concerts? Check out the free concert this Thursday for Rock the Riverside!

Thursday, June 26, 2025
5:30 pm - Jennifer Lamb-Randolph & Nick Scott
7:00 pm - Stone Road
at The Clearing on River Ave, downtown Sauk Rapids

Friday is the Rapids River Days Parade. The parade will wind through Sauk Rapids, starting at 6pm. There are 16 marching bands in the parade.

Route runs south along Sixth Avenue, starting at 11th Street North.
5:00 PM Lineup, 6:00 PM Start
16 Marching Bands, 80+ Units.
Decorated Float Contest - cash awards!
Reserve your spot early!

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If you would like to see who will be crowned at Miss Sauk Rapids, you can check that out at the Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle school on Thursday night.

Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School
6:00 PM Public is welcome!
Admission at the door: $10/Adult, $5/Child, Free for visiting Royalty.

Lots going on this week in Sauk Rapids! See ya' there!

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