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2011 Raspberry Festival: Events

Bring out the entire family for family friendly events, games and parades during the 2011 Raspberry Festival.

Carin Mangimeli, Neighbor
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The Raspberry Festival has many events that simply defy categorization—from game days to the famous Grande Day Parade. Many of the events are free with a Raspberry Button, so be sure to purchase one to guarantee a fun-filled week!

 

Sunday, July 10

Senior Game Day

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Games for seniors and their loved ones.

  • When: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Where: Hopkins Activity Center

 

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Monday, July 11

Hunt for the Golden Raspberry Clues Debut

A palm-sized medallion has been hidden somewhere in Hopkins with the finder receiving $500 in cash and prizes.  The clues to finding this medallion will be posted at 8 a.m. daily at Driskills and on the festival's website—or you can check Hopkins Patch.


Kiddie Parade

For children only (parents should accompany), individuals or groups of kids can great a theme or costume or both, with prizes awarded to different age levels. Waiver forms must be signed before parade start.  Participants may ride or walk or be pulled.

  • When: 5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. (Check in at 5:00 p.m.)
  • Where: Starts at Central Park, north on 13th Ave, East on Mainstreet to 9th Ave and back to Downtown Park
  • More information: www.raspberrycapital.com or contact info@raspberrycapital.com.  

 

Tuesday, July 12

Puttin’ on the Ritz ~ Senior Royalty Coronation, Dinner and Dance

Enjoy the big band sounds of Dick Macko while dining and dancing the night away.  $15 with a Raspberry Button, includes a light dinner.

  • When: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
  • Where: Hopkins Activity Center
  • More Information: call 952-939-1333, or see the festival website.

 

Wednesday, July 13

Junior Royalty Coronation & Dance

New Junior Royalty is crowned with a dance afterwards for all participants.

  • When: 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
  • Where: Eisenhower Community Center
  • More information: call 952-931-0878 or see the festival website.

 

Laun E. Anderson Kids Fishing Contest

Test out new casts and lures while competing for the best catch and release fish.

  • When: 9 a.m. – Noon
  • Where:

 

Thursday, July 14

Royalty Coronation & Royal Ball

The new Hopkins Royalty will be crowned with a dance afterwards for all participants.

 

Friday, July 15

Bingo, Food & Pull Tabs

Enjoy bingo and pull tabs in a food tent with special events.

  • When: Friday, July 15, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Where: Elks Lodge (30 Eighth Ave. S.)

 

Saturday, July 16

Memorial Blood Centers Blood Drive

All those who donate will receive a free pint of raspberries and be entered into a drawing to win vacations and t-shirts.

  • When: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Where: 12th Avenue North & Mainstreet
  • More information: Contact Brian at 651-332-7162, visit mbc.org/searchdrives (code 3555), or check out these flyers.

 

Masonic Lodge Open House

Learn about the Masons organization and meet local members. 

  • When: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Where: Albert Pike Lodge

 

Bingo, Food & Pull Tabs

Enjoy bingo and pull tabs in a food tent with special events.

  • When: Noon – 10 p.m.
  • Where: Elks Lodge (30 Eighth Ave. S.)

 

Family Day

Family friendly activities throughout the day including games, events, inflatables, junior olympics and a pie-eating contest with kid-friendly bands and music on the mainstage. 

  • When: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.
  • Where:
  • More information: The Raspberry Festival website.

 

Sunday, July 17

Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast

Low priced good food to benefit local charities.

  • When: 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
  • Where:

 

Masonic Lodge Open House

Learn about the Masons organization and meet local members.

  • When: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Where: Albert Pike Lodge

 

Bingo, Food & Pull Tabs

Enjoy bingo and pull tabs in a food tent with special events.

  • When: Noon – 6 p.m.
  • Where: Elks Lodge (30 Eighth Ave. S.)

 

Grande Day Parade

As one of Minnesota’s largest parades, the Hopkins Raspberry Festival Grande Day Parade features over 100 participants including floats, politicians, marching bands, schools and organizations from around the Twin Cities. 

  • When: 1 p.m.
  • Where: Mainstreet between Fifth Avenue and 17th Avenue
  • More information: See the parade's website

 

VFW Pig Roast

A good, old-fashioned pig roast with plenty of other food available.

  • When: 1 p.m.
  • Where:
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