August 1–3, 2025
Celebrating 125 years
Wabasso, Minnesota
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Get ready for a jam-packed, 3-day event as we celebrate the City of Wabasso in its 125th year! There will be plenty of food, fun, and activities for all ages August 1-3, 2025!
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Entertainment
Saturday Night Street Dance
Who's ready to rock? The Minnesota-based band Rhino is coming to the Wabasso 125th Celebration Saturday, August 2nd! You won't want to miss this electrifying band and the fireworks show between stage sets!
Known for their high energy performances and mix of classic rock, country and pop, Rhino covers a variety of genres and artists including Bon Jovi, The Weekend, Kid Rock, Taylor Swift, Prince, John Cougar, AC/DC, Luke Bryan, Bruno Mars and many more!
Schedule of Events
Friday, Aug 1st
| Location | Sponsor(s) | ||
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| 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Rummage Sales | City-Wide | |
| 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Book Sale | Wabasso Public Library | |
| 5:00 PM - Midnight | Food Stand/Lions Bar ($5 burger/brat meal) | Wabasso Community Center | Wabasso Lions Club |
| 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Kickoff/Ecumenical Service | Wabasso Community Center | |
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Axe Throwing (ages 10+ only) | Wabasso Community Center | Legacy Financial Partners |
| 6:00 PM - Midnight | Chopper — World’s Nuttiest DJ | Wabasso Community Center | City of Wabasso |
| 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Wine Tasting (21+ only) ✪ register here | Wabasso Community Center | Rollings Forks Vineyards |
| 7:00 PM | Bean Bag Tournament ✪ register here | Wabasso Community Center | AP Design |
| 8:00 PM | Kids Movie | Wabasso Community Center | St. Anne’s School |
Saturday, Aug 2nd
| Location | Sponsor(s) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Rummage Sales | City-Wide | |
| 8:00 AM | 5K Run/Walk ✪ register here | WHS Parking Lot | Wabasso FFA; Salfer's Food Center |
| 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Pop-Up Vendor Market more vendor info | May Street | |
| 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Maui Wowi Smoothie & Coffee Truck | May Street | |
| 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Co-Ed Softball Tournament ✪ register here | Softball Fields | Cooreman Contracting |
| 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Food Stand/Beer Garden | Softball Fields | Wabasso Jaxx; B&L Lawn & Snow |
| 10:00 AM - Noon | All-School Reunion/Tour | WHS & St. Anne’s | |
| 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament ✪ register here | WHS Activity Center | Wabasso Basketball Association |
| Noon - 6:00 PM | Kids Inflatable Houses | Francis Manderscheid Field | Wabasso Public Library |
| 1:00 PM | Community Parade more parade info | view parade route | |
| 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Petting Zoo | City Park (by schools) | St. Matthew Lutheran Church |
| Following Parade | Money Sand Pile | City Park (by schools) | Johanneck Concrete; Integrity Bank Plus |
| 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Kids Pedal Pull | City Park (by schools) | Kibble Equipment |
| 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Root Beer Floats | City Park (by schools) | Wabasso Ambulance |
| 2:00 PM - Midnight | Lions Bar | Wabasso Community Center | Wabasso Lions Club |
| 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Food Trucks | Wabasso Community Center | |
| 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Minority Falls (cover band) | Wabasso Community Center | CEEC Inc. |
| 8:30 PM - Midnight | Rhino (headliner cover band) | Wabasso Community Center | Jonti-Craft; City of Wabasso |
| 10:00 PM (approx.) | Fireworks | Wabasso Community Center | Wabasso Lions Club |
Sunday, Aug 3rd
| Location | Sponsor(s) | ||
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| 8:00 AM - Noon | Rummage Sales | City-Wide | |
| 9:00 AM - Noon | Pancake Breakfast | Wabasso Community Center | Wabasso Fire Department |
Be sure to check out Wabasso's historic city walking tour while you're in town!
Community Parade
Saturday, August 2nd @ 1:00 PM
Starting at the Wabasso Community Center and ending at City Park near Wabasso High School. No parking will be allowed along the parade route between 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM for safe viewership of the parade.
Parking Information
The Community Center parking lot will NOT be available for parking Friday through Sunday. Please park along side streets or in the designated lots shown in the map.
*Carpooling is advised
Thank You, Sponsors!
Wabasso's 125th Celebration is entirely run and funded by area sponsors. This event would not be possible without the incredible support and generosity of the Wabasso Area.
Become a sponsor of the celebration!
Whether you're interested in giving a general donation or helping coordinate an activity, please fill out the form below and we will contact you.
