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2011 Raspberry Festival: Sporting Events

Work up an appetite for raspberries and other festival foods with the wide variety of sports offered.

Carin Mangimeli, Neighbor
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The 77th annual Hopkins Raspberry Festival runs Saturday, July 9 through Sunday, July 17 in downtown Hopkins. With various kid-, adult- and family-friendly sports to participate in, working off all those raspberries should be a breeze! 

Saturday, July 9

ResourceWest Co-Ed Kickball Tournament

A fundraising tournament for the local ResourceWest outreach center which serves communities and families in need.  Teams include at least 10 people and are co-ed.

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  • When: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
  • Where: , ,
  • More Information: See the tournament's website.

 

Bowling with the Royal Family

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For a fun-filled, family-friendly event, look no further than the Royal Family Bowl at Tuttles Bowling Center. Preregistration is recommended as lanes are limited.

  • When: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Check in at 12:30 p.m.
  • Where: , 107 Shady Oak Road
  • More information: Pre-register online at www.Raspberrycapital.com or call 952-931-0878.

 

Sunday, July 10

Flat City Bike Race

With different course lengths for kids and young adults, this race is sure to offer something for everyone. Race fees are $25 for adults, $10 for juniors, and free for kids.  Cash and prizes are awarded to winners of races.

  • When: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Where: Eighth Avenue & Mainstreet
  • More information: www.flatcity.org

 

Saturday, July 16

Men’s Softball Tournament

Men’s class C and D Teams only for this one-day, three-game, guaranteed tournament. Space is limited, so sign up soon. Prizes awarded to first and second place teams. 

  • When: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Where:
  • More information: Contact Jenny Garvey at 952-939-8374 or email jgarvey@eminnetonka.com

 

Hopkins Raspberry 7’s Rugby Tournament

Hopkins girls and boys teams playing against local Rugby teams.

 

Soap Box Derby

Entry fee of $25 per person includes car kit and building instructions; races of all ages welcomed, those under 18 will need a signed parent consent form to race. Trophies given for First, second and third place.

  • When: 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  • Where:
  • More Information: Contact Jereld Hanson at 612-724-4997 or email jereld-hanson@live.com

 

Jaycees Waterball Tournament

The third annual waterball contest takes place on one court with modified international rules with a limit of 16 teams, with a cost of $30 per team or $50 for two teams to benefit the American Cancer Society.

  • When: Noon – 3 p.m.
  • Where: 12th Avenue South & Mainstreet
  • More Information: Contact Amanda Meyer at 651-307-1512 or email amandammeyer@msn.com

 

Sunday, July 17

5-Mile/1-Mile Raspberry Run

Minnesota’s second-oldest race through Hopkins is open to runners of all ages and all participants will receive a T-shirt. Gift certificates will be awarded to winners in all age groups.

  • When: 11 a.m. (5 mile) and noon (1 mile)
  • Where: , headquarters at Hopkins Fire Station
  • More information: http://raspberryrun.com
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