Events
 

Events and Time Schedule subject to change.

Note:  City Square Park Rules: No pets, bicycles, skateboards allowed in the park during activities.  

MN Valley Community Band concert-goers can expect to hear music of stage and screen, as well as the traditional favorites such as the "Stars and Stripes Forever". This band is made up of 40 plus dedicated members  from Chaska and surrounding communities who enjoy playing for the public.  The band was formed in the summer of 1986 and has entertaining since then.  Bring your favorite lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy Chaska's version of the "Boston Pops!"   Barry Fox- Director.   Sponsored by the Chaska Park and Rec Dept.

"Minneapolis Commodores"  All male Acappella barbershop chorus of over 50 members that is sure to delight all! The chorus has won 14 gold medals in Land O' Lakes District competition and has earned the right to compete in international chorus competitiion 16 times, most recently in Anaheim, CA in 2009.  Bring a picnic blanket or folding chair to enjoy this concert.   Sponsored by the Chaska Park and Rec Dept.

"Centered"- Teen/Young Adult  Entertainment Live:   Saturday Night 
 City Square Plaza (next to the library.)  A 6 member band from Chaska performing cover music of 'A Day to Remember' and other bands of that genre and also performing original music.  Come enjoy, hangout and bring your friends.  It should be a straight-edge time!
  
Chaska Community Choir - A perfect way to top off a great week-end of activities of River City Days.   Performing their annual concert at the Chaska High School auditorium. 

Chaska Middle School Jazz Ensemble, Garage Band, Movie Band and Stomp -
Plus Country Bluegrass Band performed by the Chaska HS - Come and listen to the Chaska Middle School ensembles under the direction of Eric Songer and co-director Heidi Songer.  Country Bluegrass Band will be performed by Chaska HS students.

Karaoke-Special Edition-RCD- So you think you can sing? Come to the RCD Info Booth to sign up. Performances at the Gazebo. Sponsored by Mike Tudor, Chaska Community Television and hosted by Starburst Entertainment.  Prize drawings for registered participants.  

Chaska's Got Talent Show -RCD style!  Hosted by "World Famous" (at least in his small world!) - Bob DeMaris.  He has performed in nearly every comedy club in the five state area and has worked with comedians Scott Hansen, Louis Anderson, Tom Arnold and others.  Join us on Sunday at 2pm after the RCD Parade.  Free refreshments will be provided and if time permits....'Minute-To-Win-It'  audience participation contests.

 PRE-EVENT HAPPENINGS:

Triathlon -  Sat. July 16, 2011  See link for details

Disc Golf Tournament- Sat. July 23, 2011.  Located at the tournament quality 'Downs Farm' Disc Golf Course. 2 Divisions: Recreatiional and Advanced.  Prizes.  For more info and pre-registeration go to the link on  'Disc Golf. 

RCD - CO-ED 6'S 1st ANNUAL SAND VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT  
note:  this event is cancelled for 2011
Saturday, July 23.   9am-5pm
Location:  Louisville Lanes (Sand Courts) at 3020 West 133rd St. Shakopee (South of Hwy 41 on Hwy 169.  
See link for details and  pre-registration.

MEDALLION HUNT -   First clues will be posted on Saturday, July 23, 2011.  The clues will be posted on this website at 2PM.  Clues will also be posted at the Chaska Community Center, the Chaska Historical Society, Chaska Cable 15 and the Kiosk at City Square Park at approximately 2 PM daily.  Win $100.00 in Chaska Bucks!
Sponsored by U-Can-Tan of Chaska.  Good Luck!! 

FAMILY BOWLING DAYS - Bring the whole family to Louisville Lanes at 3020 133rd  St (Shakopee)  2 games and shoe rental for only $5.00/family.  July 23-25 & July 29-31.

CHASKA SAFETY CAMP 2011 - This two-day program is designed to give youth entering 3rs and 4th grade an opportunity for safety education in a camp setting.  Topics include: fire safety, bike safety, personal safety, basic first aid and more.  Presenters include local police, fire, Ridgeview Ambulance, CCC lifeguards, DNR, canine Demo and special visit by the State Patrol helicopter.  Cost $25.00.  Fee includes Lunch and snacks, games and activities, Safety Camp T-shirt and more.  Space is limited.  Register at the Chaska Police Department.  Deadline July 1.

RCD PHOTO CONTEST - Got a great photo?  Submit your favorite in this contest.  Categories are "People, Pets, and Places, also a under 18 category.  Sponsored by Rita Vannett Photography and Party Crashers Photography.  Photos will be displayed at the Chaska Moravian Church adjacent to the City Square Park.  Prizes awarded.  Entry forms may be picked up at the Party Crashers or Rita Vannett Photography or you can download your entry form by clicking photo contest.

 Event Information:

BREAKFAST IN CITY SQUARE PARK and PRAISE FESTIVAL  Sunday from 9:30 am to 1:00 PM.  Delicious hot breakfast served under the tent at the City Square Park. 
Cost:  $5.00 for adult;  $2.00 for Kids 5-12 and kids 4 and under free.  Also enjoy christian bands from area churches.  Event is organized and sponsored by LOVE. INC.  All proceeds to benefit LOVE INC.

CHASKA AREA JAYCEES RCD CITY PARADE - downtown Chaska on Sunday at 1:00.  Sponsored by the Chaska Area Jaycees.  Inviting all businesses, service organization, school groups, neighborhood groups, antique cars, trucks, machinery, etc. to participate. Questions, please contact Bob Snyder at  chaskabs1@gmail.com
To register in the parade:   Parade Registration and parade route. 

CHASKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY - "Disaster-Chaska's Response to Challenges"
Rare footage of the 1965 Flood, pictures and stories of the 1925 Tornado and major fires.  What's a "Chaska Alphabet"??????Stop in at the Chaska History to find out!  112  West 4th St.  Chaska.  For more information about the Chaska Historical Society go to www.chaskahistory.org

FAMILY BEACH BASH 2011-  On Friday enjoy an afternoon of fun at the Chaska Clayhole Beach/Firemans Park. Free admission. There will be games for all ages including water relays, scavenger hunt, and a variety of group activities.  Prizes and treats for everyone.  Questions, call 448-5633 ext 7746.  In case of inclement weather, all beach activities will be cancelled.  Sponsored by the Chaska Park and Recreation Department.

ART IN THE PARK CRAFT FAIR - Offering a wide variety of hand crafted items and art in the park in the City Square Park on  Friday 4pm-Dusk.  Saturday 10am-Dusk    

PICNIC IN THE PARK -  On Friday, 5:30-7:30pm.  Serving brats or hot dogs, beans, coleslaw, and chips.    Co-sponsored by Coopers County Market,  Edina Realty,Coldwell Banker Burnet Realty. Free watermelon until it's gone-donated by Coopers County Market.  

PIE AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL - Serving pie and/or ice cream sundaes, Friday 4-8:30pm and Sat. 11am-8:30pm at the Chaska Moravian Church across from the City Square Park.  The sanctuary will be open for prayer and meditation.  Also, stop in and view the photo entries to the RCD Photo Contest. 

SENIOR CITIZEN BREAKFAST  - Saturday from 7:30 am-9:30am at the St. John Lutheran Church   KleinBank Chaska, home of the Out and About Club, will serve up a delicious complimentary breakfast.  Sponsored by KleinBank in Chaska. 

BUSINESS AND HEALTH EXPO - Sponsored by the SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce.  Your opportunity to visit local businesses to view their products and services.  Area health facilities will be providing health related screenings.  Saturday 10am-3pm under the big tent on Walnut St

"WALK THE SIDEWALK SALE" - Take a break from the activities and stroll about the downtown for old-fashioned bargains and special offers inside and out.  Enter to win door prizes at each shop.  You could win a  GRAND PRIZE SHOPPING SPREE!  Stop at the RCD Booth for list of participating businesses and map.

CARVER-SCOTT HUMANE SOCIETY BAKE SALE - Friday 4:00 - 8:00pm and Saturday 10:00 - 8:00pm in the park.  Baked goods and animal related items.  All proceeds benefit the homeless, stray and abandoned animals in our foster-home based program.   

CHILDRENS FISHING CONTEST - Saturday at Clay hole Beach at Firemans Park. Registration is from 10:15 - 10:45am.  Contest starts at 10:45 and ends at 11:30am.  Bring your own poles and hooks- bait will be provided.  Parent supervision is required.  Prizes will be awarded for the first fish caught and the three largest fish caught.  There will be other drawings as well.  Sponsored by KleinBank of Chaska, home of the Klein Kids Club.  

KIDS/YOUTH PARADE - Decorate your bike, buggy, wagon or come dressed in your favorite costume or charactor and parade the sidewalks of City Square Center on Saturday at 12:15.  Line up in front of Moravian Church on 4th St. at 12:00 noon.  Sponsored by the Chaska Music Studios, Kindermusik of Chaska and The Preschool Place.  All Prizes are donated by the Chaska Music Studio, Kindermusik of Chaska, and the Preschool Place.  Participating children in the parade have a chance of a prize drawing.  Each participant will receive a balloon donated by Westwood Church.  

FIRE DEPARTMENT WATER FIGHTS - Saturday at 1pm.  Area fire fighters will battle for the River City Days Title.  This wet and wild exhibition is organized by the Chaska Fire Department.  

FRIENDS OF CHASKA COMMUNITY LIBRARY USED BOOK SALE - Used book sale will be held at the City Hall Plaza on Thursday from 3pm to 8pm
 Friday from 9am-8pm, and Saturday from 9am-3pm.  Proceeds are used to enhance the Chaska Library and educational programming.  

LOCAL WRITERS GROUP 'READ ALOUD' - You can't sign a Kindle!  Twitters don't talk!  Come, meet local writers, who'' sign and talk!  We will be reading and discussing our works at the Moravian Church on Friday and Saturday.  Stop by our booth at the entrance of the Moravian Church for schedules, etc.

LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT AND DEMONSTRATIONS:  

CHASKA SCHOOL OF DANCE  - Presenting a variety of dance routines

RIVER VALLEY DANCE ACADEMY - Presenting dance routines.

STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI PRE-SCHOOL SINGERS -Enjoy the little voices of these talented young children.

NATIONAL KARATE SCHOOL - American Hard style Tae Kwon Do.  Students ages 4-64 will demonstrate discipline and power whole showing friends and family their fun new moves. 

RIVER CITY MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY - Presenting Kung Fu, Tae Kwon Do, Hapkido and other martial arts and weapons forms.  Performance by our demonstration team and students of other varied styles. 

YOGA AT MYSTIC JOURNEY  - Join us in our yoga demonstration taught by the instructors fro 'Yoga at Mystic Journey.  All level abilities and ages invited to participate!.

MARTIAL ARTS AMERICA - The family club will be demonstrating many facets of the martial arts, including: Tae Kwon Do (Korean Karate), Jujitsu (a throwing/wrestling art), and Eskrima (Philippino stick fighting). 

ATA AMERICAN -  (American Tae Kwon Do) Students will demonstrate hand and foot techniques while emphasizing control, focus and confidence skills.  

CHASKA ROTARY STEAK AND CHICKEN FRY - Prepared and served by the Chaska Rotary Club.  Serving a choice of Ribeye Steak or Chicken Breast, with corn on the cob, potato salad and trimmings.  Adults $ TBD, Kids 12 and under $ TBD.   Saturday 5-8pm - City Square Park  

RIVER CITY RUN/Walk 2011- 5 K RUN OR 2 Mile Fun Walk - Saturday.  Race/Walk starts at 7:30; Registration at 6:30am.  5 K course will start and end at or near the City Square Center. Trophies and Medals awarded.  Proceeds to benefit the Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women.  Pre-registration is recommended, but also can register on race day.  See FUN RUN menu on our website for additional information or stop by any Chaska area chiropractic office for registration forms.   Registration is also available thru www.zapevent.com

COUPLES GOLF SCRAMBLE - A golf scramble will be held at the Chaska Par 30 on Sunday, July 31, 7am-4pm.  Green fees are $13.00 per person. (Pull cart included in fee).  Each team will consist of one man and one woman who play the best of their two shots throughout the round, with 1st and 2nd place trophies awarded.  Register the day of the event at Par 30 or book your tee time at www.chaskapar30.com.  Sponsored by the City of Chaska, for more information call the Par 30 at 952-448-7454.