Summer has officially clocked in, and Greater St. Cloud isn’t hitting snooze — we’re diving headfirst into a month of festivals, food, and fun that’ll keep your calendar PACKED! June here means non-stop live entertainment, parades that’ll make your heart march, and enough local festivals to put your party hat into overtime. Whether you’re chasing music, munchies, or memories, this is your ultimate guide to making June one for the highlight reel.
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Crafts & Cocktails Fair
June 1 at Arroy Thai and Filipino Restaurant
Arroy – Thai & Filipino Restaurant and Twin Flame – Crystals & Witchery are hosting their Crafts and Cocktails Fair featuring MN local artists and craft cocktails on Sunday June 1st from 1p – 5p. Come out and support your community crafters while grabbing a themed cocktail, mocktail, or food off the Arroy appetizer menu!
St. Cloud ROX Baseball Game
Nothing says summer like a night at the ballpark and the St. Cloud ROX baseball season is in full swing! Check out their full schedule HERE and make plans to catch a game!
Rock the Riverside 2025
Thursday Nights at The Clearing
FREE weekly summer concert series, Rock the Riverside, kicks off on Thursday, June 5th at The Clearing in Sauk Rapids! Opening acts start at 5:30 followed by the headliner at 7.
The Great Pages Circus
June 5 & 6 at Sports Arena East
Homestead Artisans, Community Art Project
June 6-8 at Homestead Artisans Barn
Connect with the local community, support Central Minnesota small businesses, make your own unique mark on their communal art project, and see art up close and in action at their June pop-up! The community art project will be available June 6, 7 & 8 from 10a -5p; you will be able to see the masterpiece on their social media after the event.
Kick Summer Hunger: Human Foosball Tournament & Grill Fest
June 6 at SCHEELS
Participate in the Kick Summer Hunger Human Foosball Tournament, and you’ll be supporting summer meal programs throughout Central Minnesota, ensuring that children and families have access to essential nutrition during the summer months. The tournament will coincide with SCHEELS Grill Fest, providing a block party atmosphere for players and spectators. Come join the fun on June 6th from 11a – 5:30p, the events is FREE to attend. Are you wondering, what in the world is human foosball and how do I register to play?? CLICK HERE for all the details!
Keller Roast Battle
June 6 at Red Carpet Keller Bar
The Keller Comedy Roast Battle is going down at Red Carpet Nightclub on June 6th, and it’s gonna be savagely hilarious! Hosted by the quick-witted John Roster, this night is all about brutal burns, razor-sharp punchlines, and no-holds-barred comedy warfare. Admission is limited, arrive early!
Doors open at 8PM | Show starts at 9PM | Cover $10
White Peony’s 5th Annual Summer Peony Market
June 7 at White Peony Shed
It’s the 5th annual SUMMER PEONY MARKET! They are so excited to have over 50 incredible vendors, music, food & drinks set up at their St. Cloud Shed from 9am-2pm on Saturday June 7th.
Music in the Gardens
June 8 & 22 at Munsinger Clemens Gardens
All concerts are held on alternating Sundays at 3:00 p.m. throughout the summer. The event is held near the Gazebo in Munsinger Gardens on the banks of the Mississippi River. All concerts are free and the Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society will again sell those fabulous root beer floats.
Alison Krauss & Union Station
June 8 at The Ledge Amphitheater
For nearly four decades, Alison Krauss & Union Station have upheld their legacy as one of the most influential and widely celebrated groups in American music. See this amazing show at The Ledge Amphitheater on June 8.
Waite Park Family Fun Fest
June 9 – 13 in Waite Park
A week of FREE family fun you don’t want to miss! Medallion hunt, Kids Day, plant sale, city wide garage sale, Live music, grand day parade, car show, food and so much more! CLICK HERE for the full schedule of events!
Youth Career Exploring Week: Entrepreneur & Business
June 9 – 13 at Local St. Cloud Businesses
Ages 14-20 can dive into the world of business with this hands-on, weeklong experience designed for students interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. Hosted by a variety of local businesses across the St. Cloud area, this event offers behind-the-scenes access to real workplaces, time with business professionals, and practical skill-building in areas like marketing, budgeting, networking, and problem solving. *When registering, youth will be committing to the weeklong experience: June 9-13 from 9am-12pm each day.
Magician Curtis Hed: The Magic of Reading
June 9 at Great River Regional Library St. Cloud
Fun for all ages! Magician, Curtis Hed, will be here performing his Magic of Reading show. This program was made possible with generous donations from the spring Locally Growin’ fundraiser.
Handshakes with Heroes! 9th Annual First Responder Appreciation Event
June 12 at Benton County Fair Grounds
Clearwater Music in the Park
June 12 at Eldorado Park
Enjoy a free concert in the park from 6p – 8p on Thursday, June 12th in Clearwater.
2025 Preserve Championship: A Premier Disc Golf Pro Tour Event
June 13 – 15 at The Preserve Disc Golf Course
This premier disc golf event will take place from June 13 to 15 at The Preserve Disc Golf Complex in Clearwater, MN. The tournament will feature top professional disc golfers competing on the renowned Black Bear course. Adding even more excitement to this years’ event, the world’s largest rubber duck will be making an appearance—making The Preserve Championship a can’t-miss event for fans of all ages. CLICK HERE for tickets and more info!
Chicago at The Ledge Amphitheater
June 13 at The Ledge Amphitheater
See the legendary band Chicago at The Ledge Amphitheater on June 13th at 7p!
Magic Carpet Ride
June 17 at Paramount Center for the Arts
Magic Carpet Ride is a musical journey through one of the most electrifying and impactful times America has ever seen. The show captures the heart and soul of the 60’s with a dynamic band, power house vocals and a light show that’s a highlight of this experience. Get your tickets to see this show on June 17th at the Paramount Theater.
Summertime by George
June 18 & 25 at Lake George Complex
Summertime by George is back on Wednesday nights at Lake George! Free live music from local and regional bands, local vendors, artisans, and a kid’s zone for the entire family to enjoy!
The Minnesota Quilt Show
June 19 – 21 at Rivers Edge Convention Center
This quilt show includes quilt exhibits covering a wide variety of styles and techniques, vendors selling everything you need for quilting and other handiwork, plus classes from 1 hour lectures to 6 hour workshops.
Juneteenth 2025
June 19 at Lake George Complex
St. Cloud’s 28th Annual Juneteenth Celebration! Come and join a day of games, live music, local businesses, Grill Off competition, food trucks, Wonderland Kids Zone with interactive activities, Basketball Tourney, Performances and so much more!
June Art Crawl
June 20 Downtown St. Cloud
Come stroll through Historic Downtown St. Cloud and discover incredible local artists! From acrylics and mixed media to jewelry, comics, fiber arts, ceramics, and even live music—there’s something amazing around every corner! Don’t miss this fun, FREE event on June 20th from 4p – 8p
B-Side Indie Music Cafe Soft Opening
June 21 at B-Side Indie Music Cafe
B-Side Indie Music Cafe is a non-profit coffee shop with a heart for music in Downtown St. Cloud. Their inaugural show is June 21st from 6p – 9p, limited tickets are available, get your before they’re gone! This is an all-ages and SOBER event. B-Side Cafe will be serving special drinks for the event.
St. Cloud Pride Summer Fun Fest
June 22 at Great River Regional Library St. Cloud
Celebrate PRIDE month at the fist ever St. Cloud Pride Summer Fun Fest! This is a family event with carnival games, vendors, food, music, and crafts! Join the fun on Sunday June 22nd from 2p – 5p in the parking lot of the Great River Regional Library.
Sauk Rapids River Days 2025
June 26 – 28 in Sauk Rapids
Rapids River Days is set for June 26 – 28! Join the FREE family fun including a medallion hunt, Rock the Riverside concert, Miss Sauk Rapids pageant, parade, and the Rapids River Food Fest!
Granite City Days 2025
June 26 – 29 at City of St. Cloud
Get ready for a fantastic celebration of what makes St. Cloud “Greater”! Don’t miss out on the fun, community spirit, and excitement! The fun includes, the Lemonade Art Fair, St. Cloud Park & Rock, Coborn’s Granite City Days parade, and Fred Yiran African Arts Festival! It’s all happening June 26 – 29, mark your calendars!
Panstock Cookout & Concert
June 28 at Pantown Brewing Company
The Pantown Cookout & Concert is a FREE cookout (while supplies last) starting at 12 pm on June 28th at Pantown Brewing Co. Come enjoy yard games, bags, live music, and The Pantowner’s will be joining the fun and are bringing one of the Pan Cars from 12-3pm!