Fete des Lacs (or the “Festival of Lakes”) is a week-long community festival in Centerville, MN. This event honors our history and takes advantage of the beautiful parks, lakes, and trails that surround us.

Schedule of Events:

TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2024

6:30 PM: Fete des Lacs Opening Ceremony. Welcome by Mayor D. Love & Lions President Mel Lawlis

6:30 PM: Music In The Park, Music by Lowdown Dirty Fools.

All Tuesday events located at Hidden Spring Park. Pizza will be available for purchase.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2024

6-8 PM: Public Safety Night - Centennial Lakes Police Department & Centennial Fire District, plus partners Anoka County Emergency Touch-A-Truck: Police Cars, Fire Trucks, & Ambulance; DIY First Aid Kits Hosted by Scouts BSA Troop 136, K9 Unit Demo, Life Link III Helicopter Landing, Fire Trailer Demos, and more.

All Wednesday events located at St. Genevieve’s Parish Community Center. Lions Concessions for purchase.

THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2024

5:30-7:30 PM: Main Street Market, next to Centerville Elementary. Food trucks, farm products, local groups and organizations, and artisan vendors.

7 PM: Bald Eagle Water Ski Show, Trail Side Park on Centerville Lake. Free freezies and water from Centerville Lions.

FRIDAY, JULY 19, 2024

5-9 PM: Concessions & Beer Garden hosted by Centerville Lions Club

6-8 PM: BINGO hosted by Centerville Lions Club

6-9 PM: KidsDance Interactive DJ for families Kids of all ages will enjoy this family-friendly event!

7 PM: All-Star Kickball Game: Lions and Local Businesses vs. CLPD/CFD

10 PM: Fireworks Display, LaMotte Park. Rain Date 10 PM Saturday.

All Friday events located at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park.

SATURDAY, JULY 20, 2024

All Day - Concessions & Beer Garden hosted by Centerville Lions Club, LaMotte Park. Plus Food Trucks!

All Day - Kickball Tournaments, LaMotte Park.

7:30 AM: 5K/8K Runs, LaMotte Park.

8:30 AM: Kids Run, LaMotte Park.

11 AM:
Fete des Lacs Community Parade
Family Fest & Community Events, LaMotte Park

After Parade: Ice Cream Social, LaMotte Park.

Noon: Quad Chamber of Commerce Business & Vendor Expo

Noon: Ninja Anywhere Mobile youth physical adventure course.

Noon-5PM: Kids Activities: Magic Show & Trick Showcase by Karl AchiLLes Magic Co, Bounce Houses, Balloon Animals, Face Painting, NERF Archery, Kids Crafts, and More - all FREE of charge!

Noon-5PM: Lions KidSight USA Community Eye Screening for kids 6 mo-6 yrs. Plus, recycle old glasses!

Noon-5PM: GameTruck A unique mobile video gaming theater for all ages.

1 PM: Cornhole Tournament, LaMotte Park. To register: Call Dan at 612-910-0994.

1-4 PM: Car Show by Cops-n-Rodders Free to view, $10 for car entry. Award show at 3:30 PM

8-11 PM: Jake Nelson Band (Cover charge $10, open to ages 18+. 21+ bring ID for wristband.)

SUNDAY, JULY 21, 2024

Noon: Paddle des Lacs, Trail Side Park. Bring your canoe, kayak, or paddle board for a casual race on Centerville Lake.

Fest Date: July 16 - 21, 2024

Locations:
Hidden Spring Park, 1601 LaMotte Drive, Centerville, MN 55038
Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park, 6970 LaMotte Drive, Centerville, MN 55038
Trail Side Park, 7145 Main Street, Centerville, MN 55038
St. Genevieve Parish Community Center, 6995 Centerville Road, Centerville, MN 55038

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