Things to Do in Excelsior, MN: Events Today & This Weekend

Excelsior is in Hennepin County, part of the Twin Cities region of Minnesota, with a population of about 2,277. This page gathers everything Minnesota Headquarters lists within about 12 miles of Excelsior: 41 upcoming events, 183 attractions, 54 trails, 6 campgrounds and 735 places to eat. Counts and dates update automatically as listings change.

Coming up near Excelsior: Shakopee Sabers Football vs. Park: Class 6A Playoffs (Oct 30, Shakopee), ValleyScare at Valleyfair (Oct 30, Shakopee) and Rebel Queens Almost Acoustic Show (Oct 30, Excelsior). The full list, with free and family-friendly picks marked, is further down the page.

Places to see include Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society Museum, Paisley Park Studios, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and Japanese Garden. For a walk or a hike, the closest trails listed are North Loop · Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, South Loop · Lake Minnewashta Regional Park and Vista Trail · Lake Minnewashta Regional Park. Campers have Big Island and Baker Park Reserve Campground nearby.

Local spots to eat on the list include Excelsior Brewing Company, The Lobby and Miyabi Sushi & Asian Bistro. Nearby towns to pair with a visit: Tonka Bay (1 mi), Shorewood (1 mi), Deephaven (3 mi) and Chanhassen (3 mi).

Every listing links to its own page with details, a map and the official website where we have one. Seasons, hours and prices change, so check the organizer or the venue before you go, and tell us if something is out of date.