Attractions

The Barn Theatre This precious pocket of talent is one of the area’s finest live performing theaters. 321 4th St. SW, Willmar • (320) 235-9500 e-mail: info@thebarntheatre.com www.thebarntheatre.com
Becker Market Becker Market operates during the summer months on Thursday afternoons in downtown Willmar. A fun cultural experience of food, arts and crafts. (320)-262-9954
Big Kahuna Park Nestled near Green Lake in the heart of Spicer, Big Kahuna Fun Park offers 2 Go-kart tracks, Bumper Boats, Mini-golf and a Power Wheels course. Inside you’ll find an Arcade with redemption prizes and a Subway Sandwich Shop. Young or old, we have something for those that are timid to those who like things extreme. Open 11am-9pm 7 days a week from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Call ahead for weekend hours out of season. www.spicerfun.com
Celebrate Art! Celebrate Coffee! Held in September each year (September 19-20, 2008). Activities for all ages. Between Becker Ave and Fifth St., Downtown Willmar (320) 231-8560 • www.celebrateartcelebratecoffee.com.
Dorothy Olson Aquatic Center Open the first Saturday in June through late August, weather permitting. Admission charged. 1601 22nd St SW, Willmar • (320) 214-0114 www.ci.willmar.mn.us/
The House of Jacobs Home to one of the most extensive selections of Scandinavian gifts in the upper Midwest. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. 421 Litchfield Ave SW, Willmar • (320) 235-2191 e-mail: Dennis@houseofjacobs.com • www.houseofjacobs.com
J & L Bison Ranch – Seeing Is Believing Open April 15 – October 31. Call to arrange a tour. Fee applies. 5650 41st Ave NW, Willmar (320) 235-8465 e-mail: jarndt@wecnet.com www.jlbison.com
KRA Speedway Hosts modifieds and stock car races every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $9 (14 and older), $4 (ages 6-13), and free for kids 5 and under. 7th St. N, Willmar (320) 212-8503 or (320) 796-2950. e-mail: kraspeedway@yahoo.com www.kraspeedway.com/
Kandiyohi County Fairgrounds, Held in August each year, the fair features agricultural, domestic and industrial exhibits from throughout the County. The fair offers something for everyone--from baking and flowers to livestock and antique tractors. The kids will love the rides! Come enjoy the Fair. P.O. Box 490, Willmar, MN 56201 (320)-235-0886 www.kandifair.com/
Kandiyohi Co. Historical Society and Museum Open Memorial Day to Labor Day 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday, and 1 – 5p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Remainder of year 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday and 2 – 5 p.m. Sundays between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. 610 Hwy 71 NE, Willmar (320) 235-1881 e-mail: kandhist@wecnet.com www.kandimuseum.com
Memorial Room in the Willmar City Auditorium Engraved stones from each state line the walls to honor Minnesota veterans. Open for viewing by contacting Willmar Community Education & Recreation. This building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 333 6th St SW, Willmar • (320) 231-8490
Mikkelson Collection Inc. The Mikkelson Collection consists of over $2,000,000 of classic and antique boats, motors, and items from boating history. Several of the boats and motors are the last surviving examples known to exist, and ALL are rare. 418 Benson Ave. SE, Willmar (320) 231-0384 e-mail: paultmci@msn.com www.fallsflyer.com
Mr. B. Chocolatier Mr. B. handmade chocolates and confections feature Belgian concoctions surrounded by the finest chocolate. 1122 First St. S., Suite 130, Willmar (320) 235-1313 e-mail: mrb@mrbchocolate.com www.mrbchocolate.com
Prairie Winds Concert Band Beginning in June and continuing for six weeks, the Prairie Winds Summer Band performs at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday (except WillmarFests week when the concert is Thursday) at Willmar’s Rice Park. The Prairie Winds Concert Band performs two concerts in November and March. 725 4th Street SW, Willmar (320) 231-2115 e-mail: dennis@DennisBenson.com www.PrairieWindsConcertBand.com
Ridgewater College Willmar Campus Theatre Two shows are presented in the fall and spring. 2101 15th Ave NW, Willmar (320) 222-5200 www.ridgewater.edu
Schwanke’s Museum A collection of 300 classic tractors, cars, and trucks. Open 1 – 4 p.m. Monday – Saturday or by appointment. Located next to Menards. 3310 Hwy 71 S, Willmar • (320) 231-0564 • (320) 235-7045
Sperry House The large farm house is part of the Kandiyohi County Historical Society complex and is open summers and during the winter holiday season. 610 Hwy 71 NE, Willmar (320) 235-1881 e-mail: kandhist@wecnet.com www.kandimuseum.com
West Central Concert Series The West Central Concert Series is a nonprofit organization that brings a variety of musical entertainment to West Central Minnesota. For ticket information call Claudia Lenz at (320) 235-3675 www.westcentralconcertseries.org
West Central Connection Chorus The West Central Connection Chorus was formed in 1993 by a merger of the Montevideo Fiesta City Chorus and the Kandi-o-hi-lo Chorus of Willmar Minnesota.The Chorus membership comes from many communities including Willmar, Montevideo, Atwater, Spicer, Renville, Litchfield, Milan, Marshall, Echo, Wood Lake, St. Cloud, Sartell, Hutchinson, Grove City, Benson, Granite Falls, Kerkhoven, Sunburg and New London. (320)-222-SING (7464) www.westcentralconnectionchorus.com
West Central Singers Selected singers from the west central area under the direction of Dr. Chet Sommers. They rehearse once a week and perform several concerts a year. (320)-235-2384
Willmar Area Symphonic Orchestra This group delivers delightful performances at four season concerts. For information, contact Robert Whitney. 611 5th St SW, Willmar • (320) 214-9433
Willmar Area Arts Council The WAAC office and gallery space are in the Willmar Educations and Arts Center (WEAC) 611 5th Street SW, Willmar. (320) 231-8560 www.home.willmarnet.com/~music/council.htm
Willmar Education and Arts Center The performing arts center is centrally located in Willmar and is home to most of the major concerts in the area. It is an acoustically and visually pleasing place to see concerts of all kinds. (320)-231-8490

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