Don’t miss these events along the Great River Road

The Great River Road is a National Scenic Byway and All-American Road that follows the Mississippi River for nearly 3,000 miles through 10 states and was recently voted as the country’s Best Scenic Drive.

The charming cities and historic towns on the Great River Road offer fun events all year long, including community celebrations, live music, food festivals, farmers’ markets, art shows and much more. Browse our listings by date and location below.

Event organizers: Do you have an event to share with Great River Road travelers? Fill out this form, and once your event is approved, it will appear on this page.

(Photo: Y-Knot Tri in Lake City, Minnesota/Courtesy of Ed Hoffman)

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Let it Glow Light Show, Drive-thru and Walk-thru

Nov 14 - Dec 30, 2025
5:00 - 9:00 pm

LOVE’S CONSTANCY, with John Taylor Ward

Feb 1, 2026
3:00 - 5:00 pm

Grafton Bike Week

May 12 - May 17, 2026
All Day

Oktoberfest USA – La Crosse, WI

Sep 24 - Sep 27, 2026
All Day

Hawg Pit’s Rat Run

Oct 2 - Oct 4, 2026
All Day