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SUMMARY:Side Lake 4th of July Parade
DESCRIPTION:The Side Lake Parade will take place on Saturday\, July 4. Lineup will begin at 8:30 a.m.\, with road closures along the parade route starting at 9:30 a.m. The parade will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. We will enjoy the same parade route as in previous years. \nApplications for parade entry will be available at CC Camp and the Side Lake Store. Please return completed applications to either of these locations by Friday\, July 3. You can also view or print the application HERE. If you happen to miss pre-registration\, same-day registration will be available at the parade lineup on the corner of Rudstrom Road and Sturgeon Road. If you plan to participate in parade judging\, you must register before 9:30 a.m. on July 4. All floats must sign in at the registration table prior to lineup. For a map of the parade route\, click here. \nThis year\, we will be celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary: “Salute to America: Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom.” \nThe Hibbing High School Band will be joining us again this year! \nPlease email sidelakeevents@gmail.com with any questions or to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
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CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Side Lake Firecracker 5K
DESCRIPTION:The 7th annual Firecracker 5K will take place on Friday\, July 3 at 9:00 a.m. at Bimbo’s Octagon\, 7626 Highway 5\, Side Lake\, MN. The scenic course takes runners through local neighborhoods\, with views of the lakes and northern pines. To view a map of the 5K route\, click here. \nThis year’s theme celebrates our nation’s 250th anniversary: “Salute to America: Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom.” \nRegistration for the Side Lake Firecracker 5K is currently open through RunSignup.\nRegister online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/MN/SideLake/Firecracker5KSideLake \nRegister before June 15 to be guaranteed a T-shirt and a sticker commemorating this year’s events in Side Lake. Race swag is limited\, so sign up today! \nRegister before July 1 to be eligible for the race discount. \n\nCost (adult\, 18 and up): $25\nCost (child\, 17 and under): $20\n\nSame-day registration will be available beginning at 7:00 a.m. (race discount does not apply to same-day registration). We will do our best to have race apparel available for additional purchase on the day of the event\, but availability is not guaranteed. \nPlease email sidelakeevents@gmail.com with any questions or to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
URL:https://www.frenchtwpmn.gov/event/side-lake-firecracker-5k/
LOCATION:Bimbo’s Octagon\, 7626 Hwy 5\, Side Lake\, MN\, 55781\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Side Lake Events":MAILTO:sidelakeevents@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Side Lake Community Garage Sales
DESCRIPTION:Save the Dates! \nSide Lake Community Garage Sales are set for June 18\, 19\, and 20\, 2026. If you have questions\, you can contact Judy Kelly at 218-750-0908 or for more information\, click here. \nGarage sale map and info can be found below: Garage Sale Map 2026 \nGarage Sale List 2026
URL:https://www.frenchtwpmn.gov/event/side-lake-community-garage-sales/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Side Lake Summer Rec Starts
DESCRIPTION:For more info or to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.frenchtwpmn.gov/event/side-lake-summer-rec-starts/
LOCATION:Side Lake Rec Center\, 7548 Highway 5\, Side Lake\, MN\, 55781
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Side Lake Beautification Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us to spruce up the flowerbeds at the entrance to the Side Lake Rec and the Post Office! Bring your gardening tools\, gloves\, bug spray\, and water and help us take care of this beautiful area we live in!
URL:https://www.frenchtwpmn.gov/event/side-lake-beautification-day/
LOCATION:Side Lake Rec Center\, 7548 Highway 5\, Side Lake\, MN\, 55781
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Winter Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for indoor and outdoor activities including sledding\, skating\, snowshoeing\, horse-drawn sleigh rides\, sled dog meet and greet\, igloo dance party\, arts and crafts\, hot chocolate bar\, and snacks! \nAll are welcome to this free\, family-fun event! For more information\, you can visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1595475028565772/
URL:https://www.frenchtwpmn.gov/event/winter-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Side Lake Rec Center\, 7548 Highway 5\, Side Lake\, MN\, 55781
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