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Second weekend of July

Menahga Midsummer Celebration

The Menahga Midsummer Celebration is a fun-filled tradition that brings the community together each July. The weekend is packed with activities for all ages, including the St. Urho run, craft show, a lively parade, and plenty of food vendors serving up local favorites.


Families especially enjoy the kids’ fishing and games. The Saturday evening fireworks show is the best in the area.

Typical Event Schedule

NOTE: The schedule below reflects a typical lineup of activities. Specific events, times, and locations may change each year. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please check the official event page for the current year.

FRIDAY

5 pm - CLOSE

Food Tent

6 pm

Miss Menahga / Little Miss Pageant

7 pm

Sounds of Spirit Lake Concert

8 pm

Sr. Men's Baseball "under the lights"

SATURDAY

8 am - 9 pm

Food Booths

8 am

Lil Saint Urho Run

9 am

Saint Urho Run

9 am

Doubles Horseshoe Tourney

9 am - 2 pm

Midsummer Arts & Craft Show

10:30  - 11:30 am

Summer Rec Kids Games

NOON - 1 pm

Kid's Fishing Derby

1 pm

Singles Horseshoe Tourney

1 pm - 3 pm

Fireman Wars

1 pm - 6 pm

Kids Games, Dunk Tank

2 pm

Disc Golf Tournament

2 pm

Sr. Men's Baseball Game

3 pm

Ice Cream Eating Contest

3 pm - 6 pm

Antique Car Show

3 pm - 6 pm

Ninja Anywhere

7 pm

Midsummer Grand Parade

DUSK

Fireworks

SUNDAY

8 am - NOON

Pancake Breakfast

10 am

Non-Denominational Church Service

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Help out! We need your support.

Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteers are the heart of community events in Menahga. If you’d like to help, you can volunteer through the Menahga Civic & Commerce Association by reaching out through our website, contacting a board member, or signing up when volunteer opportunities are announced. Whether it’s helping set up for an event, assisting during activities, or pitching in behind the scenes, every bit of help makes a difference.

So, why volunteer?

When neighbors work together, great things happen. Volunteering helps bring community traditions to life, supports local businesses, and creates events that families and visitors can enjoy together. It’s one of the many ways people help keep Menahga a welcoming place to live, work, and play.

Event Coordinator

The Menahga Midsummer Celebration event is chaired by Liz Olson. Send a message through our contact page to find out more about volunteering for this event. We appreciate your support!

Still have questions?

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