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Miss Rodeo Minnesota Pageant in Full Swing: Join the Excitement in Marshall Now!
Issue #067
In this Marshall Area Insider issue…
🌧️ Marshall, MN Weather - Showers with with a high of 70
🗞️ Miss Rodeo Minnesota Pageant in Full Swing: Join the Excitement in Marshall Now!
🗞️ Lyon County Residents Urged to Report June Flood Damages for Potential Relief
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Miss Rodeo Minnesota Pageant in Full Swing: Join the Excitement in Marshall Now!
The 2025 Miss Rodeo Minnesota Pageant is happening right now in Marshall, running through August 16, 2024.
This event is not just a competition but a celebration of the western way of life, providing young women in the agricultural sector with opportunities for growth and development.
The pageant week has been packed with exciting events, including a Pork Chop Fundraiser, a Welcome Social, horsemanship demonstrations, fashion shows, and PRCA Rodeos.
The festivities continue with a coronation ceremony and another rodeo on Friday, August 16th.
Don’t miss out on the action—grab your cowboy hat and join in on the fun at the Marshall Fairgrounds!
For more information, check out their Facebook page.
The Lyon County Fair: A Summer Tradition You Can’t Miss!
The Lyon County Fair is happening right now in Marshall and it’s the place to be if you’re looking for some summer fun!
Running from August 14th to 18th, the fair has packed in a ton of activities, and there’s definitely something for everyone.
You’ve got your classic carnival rides and games, and, of course, all the fair food you can dream of—think corn dogs, funnel cakes, and maybe a few unique local bites.
If you’re into livestock and agriculture, you’ll get to check out some amazing exhibits and shows that showcase the heart of Lyon County’s farming community.
But that’s not all! There’s a demolition derby, rodeo, live music, and even a petting zoo and pony rides for the kids.
Whether you’re just stopping by or planning to spend the whole day, the Lyon County Fair is a great spot to soak up some local culture, have a blast, and make some awesome memories.
Grab your friends, head on over, and enjoy everything the fair has to offer!
For all the details and a full rundown of events, check out the Lyon County Fair website.
Upcoming Area Events
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Wednesday, August 14th
Red River Boys at Liberty Park in Marshall starting at 7:00 PM
Food Truck available from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Wednesday, August 14th - Sunday, August 18th
Lyon County Fair in Marshall, MN
Thursday, August 15th
Wanda the Clown at 1:00- 3:00 PM and 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Pedal Pull – NEW DAY! 5:00 PM
PRCA Rodeo at 7:00 PM
Maiden Dixie starting at 8:30 PM
Friday, August 16th
Wanda the Clown at 1:00- 3:00 PM and 4:00 - 6:00 PM
The Steamers Thrill Show at 1:30 – 2:00 PM, 4:00 – 4:30 PM, and 6:30 – 7:00 PM
PRCA Rodeo at 7:00 PM
Maiden Dixie starting at 8:30 PM
Saturday, August 17 - Senior Citizen’s Day at the Lyon County Fair in the Hoop Barn starting at 10:30 AM
Special Presentation by Quilts of Valor
Awards for MWA Hometown Hero, Veterna Award and Lyon County Outstanding Citizen Awards
Music: Vocalist Kash Richards & Boulder Estates Choir
Bingo with cash prizes sponsored by Hill Street Place
Digital Photo Booth & Props
Route 68 Big Band at 12:30 PM
Demolition Derby at 7:00 PM
THE HYPE! at 10:00 PM
Sunday, August 18th
Wanda the Clown at 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Master Gardeners Plant Sale at 11:00 AM
Burger Feed at Barrels and Arrows Hoop Barn from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Steamers Thrill Show at 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM and 2:00 – 2:30 PM
American Legion Bingo at 1:00 PM
Thursday, August 15th
Thursdays on 3rd in Marshall from 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Artist Reception at Berge Building in Granite Falls from 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Friday, August 16th - Saturday, August 17th
Echo Days at the Echo Lions Park in Echo, MN
Friday, August 16th
Show and Shine Car Show, Registration 4:30 PM, Show begins at 5:00 PM
Echo Legion Burger Stand and Beer Garden - 5:00 PM
Bingo in the Park - 7:00 PM
Saturday, August 17th
5k Walk / Run, 8:00 AM start
Kids Events - all day
Medallion Hunt - clues given throughout the day
The Zoo Man - shows at 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM
Larry Olson Band, Community Center, 2:00 - 4:30 PM
Vendors in the Park, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Little Scrappers Pedal Pull
Registration 3:30 PM - Start: 4:00 PM
Grand Parade, 5:00 PM
Annual Hog Roast Meal, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Two Rivers Entertainment, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday, August 19th - Wednesday, August 21st
Wood Lake Fair in Wood Lake, MN
Coloring Contest, pick up coloring sheets at the City Office starting August 1st, coloring sheets to be turned in by August 19th between 5:30 and 7:30 PM
Scavenger Hunt: Monday - Wednesday
Wednesday, August 21st
Kiddie Parade, line up 5:45 PM, start 6:00 PM
Grand Parade, 6:30 PM
Thursday, August 22nd - Sunday, August 25th
Sounds of Summer, Marshall MN
Wednesday, August 21st - Saturday, August 24th
Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Marshall-Lyon County Library
Thursday, August 22nd
Car Cinema – The Last Unicorn at the Marshall-Lyon County Library starting at 8:30 PM
Friday, August 23rd
Marshall Aquatic Park Ceremonial Groundbreaking at 6:00 PM
101 West Saratoga Street near the corner of Saratoga and West College Drive, adjacent to Schwan’s Corporate Headquarters
Saturday, August 31st
Family Fun Day at Justice Park, Marshall, MN from 12:00 - 6:00 PM - $10 for wrist band (for more information please go here)
Wednesdays in August and September
Farmers Market in Granite Falls at the Riverwalk from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturdays, starting July 6th - October
Marshall Farmers Market, Parking Lot between YMCA and Schawn’s, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday, September 6th - Sunday, September 8th
Minneota Boxelder Bug Days
Monday, September 9th
Lyon County Republicans Fall Banquet with Guest Speaker Liz Collin at the SMSU Conference Center starting at 5:30 PM - for more information visit the Lyon County Republican Facebook Group
Friday, September 13th
Car Cinema: Road Less Traveled at the Marshall-Lyon County Library starting at 8:30 PM
Thursday, September 12th - Monday, September 16th
The Dr. Kathleen Jordan Project in Granite Falls
September 12-14 from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
September 15 and 16 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
For more information visit: https://drkathleenjordanproject.org/event-information/
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