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06/19/2026

Need a reason to plan a summer getaway? Go the extra mile and make Owatonna your home away from home at Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Owatonna, MN.

Whether you're in town for a tournament, family road trip, or a weekend of exploring, you'll appreciate the little extras that make traveling easier. Start your morning with a complimentary hot breakfast, take a dip in the indoor pool, or recharge in the fitness center. Spacious rooms and suites give everyone room to unwind after a day of adventure.

Ready to plan your stay? Explore all of Owatonna's lodging options: https://owatonna.org/visit/places-to-stay/

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06/18/2026

Need banquet space for a meeting, social gathering, intimate wedding, family reunion. Baymont by Wyndham Owatonna offers a variety of spaces to accommodate your event.

06/18/2026

This weekend is packed with great reasons to visit Owatonna and discover where the extra mile takes you.

🎶 Enjoy the annual Harry Wenger Marching Band Festival, a tradition featuring outstanding marching band performances from high schools around the area.

🌈 Follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Little Theatre of Owatonna as they bring "The Wizard of Oz" to life on stage.

While you're here, explore our charming downtown, enjoy local restaurants, visit our amazing parks, and take advantage of everything Owatonna has to offer this summer.
See what else is happening this weekend on our Community Calendar, linked below.

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View upcoming events in Owatonna. Want your event on the Community Calendar? Send us an email with information!

06/17/2026

Definitely worth celebrating!

06/17/2026

If you're looking for a unique day trip or weekend getaway this summer, make Owatonna your next stop. Experience the Owatonna Food Tour, a chance to experience our historic downtown, discover local stories, and taste signature dishes from some of our favorite restaurants.

Gather your friends, hit the road, and see where the extra mile takes you!

Purchase tickets by 5pm the Friday before your Saturday tour.

Learn more and register: https://owatonna.org/visit/plan-your-visit/experiences/owatonna-food-tour/

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06/16/2026

Owatonna Weekend Events | June 18–21
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these great events happening around Owatonna!

Thursday, June 18
🛍️ Go Visit Retail Collective
🥃 Bourbon & Burgers at the Courtyard Owatonna Downtown
🎶 11 at 7:00 in Central Park
🌈 Little Theatre of Owatonna presents The Wizard of Oz

Friday, June 19
✈️ MN Jets 2026 Southern Minnesota Model Aircraft Club
🌮 El Rey Del Taco at Mineral Springs Brewery
✊ Alliance for Greater Equity Juneteenth Event at Manthey Park

Saturday, June 20
🥕 Owatonna Farmers in Central Park
🏃 0.5K Run at Mineral Springs Brewery
🎺 Harry Wenger Marching Band Festival

Sunday, June 21
🎨 Crafting Day with The Craft Apothecary at the Rose Street Center
🎮 Unlimited Games Side Special at Spare Time Entertainment_Owatonna

👉 For additional events and details, visit: https://owatonna.org/visit/events/

06/13/2026

06/12/2026

When you stay at the Courtyard Owatonna Downtown, you're right in the heart of downtown Owatonna and just steps away from local dining, boutiques, historic architecture, and seasonal events.

Start your morning with breakfast at The Bistro, spend the day exploring Owatonna's trails and attractions, then return to relax with a swim in the indoor pool or a drink with friends in the evening.

Whether you're planning a weekend getaway, attending an event, or simply looking for a change of scenery, discover where the extra mile takes you in Owatonna.

Explore the Courtyard and discover even more great places to stay on the Visit Owatonna website: https://owatonna.org/visit/places-to-stay/

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06/12/2026

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Make your way to Owatonna, where the extra mile takes you!

The spotlight is on the 57 Ranches Cutting Horse Competition at the Steele County Fairgrounds, where talented horse-and-rider teams showcase incredible skill, precision, and athleticism.

While you're in town, turn your visit into a full weekend getaway! Explore Owatonna's charming downtown, enjoy local shopping and dining, visit our parks and trails, and discover attractions that make Owatonna a destination worth exploring.

Find all the weekend's events on our Community Calendar: https://owatonna.org/visit/events/

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06/11/2026

Today Is National Donation Day and we are pleased to be able to work with Fishing For Life. We have donated all of the Rods and Reels we took in during our Spring Fishing Classic this last spring and donate them to this wonderful organization.

Fishing For Life is an organization that will take all of these rods and reels and fix them up, clean them, re-line each one and then donate them to Kids and Veteran around MN.

For more information about Fishing For Life and the programs that they offer, please visit their website: https://fishingforlife.org/

It has be very exciting for Bass pro Shops in Owatonna Mn to work with this organization. We donated approximately 175 Rods and 100 Reels.