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Join the Minneapolis Aquatennial and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. This ultimate summer festival has brought joy and excitement to the city for over 70 years. You will want to experience the spectacular fireworks, exciting parade, thrilling beach bash, milk carton boat races, sandcastle-building contests, and remarkable water ski show. As the official civic celebration of the City of Minneapolis, the Minneapolis Aquatennial is a highly anticipated event for residents, workers, and visitors alike. Be amazed by the Torchlight Parade, the largest nighttime parade in Minnesota, which is the festival's flagship event and continues to grow year after year.

Welcome aboard the Minneapolis Queen, a steamboat accommodating up to 125 passengers. It offers public and private cruises on the Mississippi River and provides breathtaking views of downtown Minneapolis. Paradise Charter Cruises and Minneapolis Queen offer sightseeing boat cruises and private charters on Lake Minnetonka and the Mississippi River. You can choose from events such as wedding boat cruises, corporate events, birthday parties, and more. You can also take a narrated sightseeing cruise along the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway and Heritage Trail, passing under the stunning 35W Bridge.

Waldoch Farm is your one-stop destination for all things fresh and fun. As a family-owned business with over 100 years of experience, it takes pride in offering the freshest produce and an array of activities that cater to visitors of all ages. From beautiful hanging baskets, bedding plants, and delicious tomatoes in the spring to fresh produce available daily in the summer, it has everything you need to satisfy your cravings. Come fall, they have a Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Sunflower Fields, U-Pick Fresh Vegetables, and many activities for the whole family to enjoy. The Garden Center retail area spans over two acres and boasts eight greenhouses, while the Roadside stand and 'Pick-Your-Own' Vegetable Garden cover about 30 acres. At Joyers Barnyard and Adventure Farm, visitors can see farm animals and play in many outdoor activities. So visit Waldoch Farm and experience a day filled with fresh produce and fun.