11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
North-End of Green Space
See balloon animal twists made right before your eyes! These balloon animals are available for all ages.
Free

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
North-End of Green Space
Enjoy the magic of bubbles! The Baron of the Bubble, Sir Sydney Soapington, will perform many of his famous bubble tricks and creations. People of all ages will be able to try their hand at the magic of bubbles as well.
Free

Time TBD
Location TBD
Sponsored by Boondox Bar and Grille
Stay tuned for more information and registration.

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Food Tent
Sponsored by the Elk River Fire Foundation
Join us for Bingo at Elk RiverFest! All ages are welcome.
Boards cost $1 each. 50% of all winnings go to the Elk River Fire Foundation while the other 50% is awarded throughout the bingo rounds.

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Walking Path Along Green Space
Elk RiverFest is a great chance to learn about local organizations and how you can get involved and serve your community.
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10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Walking Path Along Green Space
Take a stroll through our Craft Fair where numerous of local vendors are selling their handmade goods.
Learn More

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Green Space
Enjoy a special appearance from Extreme Ghostbusters of MN - a non-profit community cosplay group that is focused on entertaining.
Enjoy free photo opportunities and a meet and great.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Northwest-End of Green Space
The Home Depot will be onsite providing free building kits for kids. The kits include all materials needed to create a project onsite and learn all of the fun things about building something by hand.

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Northeast-End of Green Space
Burn off some energy!
Enjoy a variety of inflatables for all ages.
A special thank you to Jump City for discounting this year’s inflatables.

10:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Orono Park
Sponsored by First Bank Elk River
Do you have what it takes to find the medallion? Join us for the first-ever Elk RiverFest Medallion Hunt! Clues will be given hourly at the information booth. The winner will take home the 2025 medallion along with $250.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Shelter 3
Sponsored by Elk River Endurance
The Orono Millpond Two Mile begins at 10:00 a.m. at Shelter 3. Participants will begin near the playground and end near the skatepark. This race is for adults and experienced youth runners.
Register

6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Orono Park
In addition to the Elk RiverFest activities, enjoy the rest that Orono Park has to offer! Enjoy the beach, splash pad, playground, and more.
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10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Beach
Sponsored by MinneMade and more
Do you have what it takes to make the very best sandcastle?
Register for the contest onsite the day-of. Some tools will be provided (pails, shovels, and rakes). Your own tools are welcome. No additives can be used (just sand and water). Only objects found on the beach can be used.
Registration opens at 10:00 a.m. and groups have until 12:00 p.m. to sculpt. Judging will follow and prizes are provided.

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Green Space
In an effort to make Elk RiverFest inclusive for all abilities, the city has partnered with Sherburne County Public Health, ISD 728 HOPE Program, and Spark 2 Hope to provide a sensory space.
The Sensory Tent is an area for attendees with special needs to take a break and relax.

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Green Space
Engage with a Zoo Naturalist about all things Minnesota Zoo! Guests stopping by will receive the latest news about our animals, trails, and other happenings throughout the Zoo. The Naturalist will bring live animal ambassadors from the Zoo who will help us share our mission in connecting people, animals and the natural world to save wildlife.