Spring
Lakes Area Home & Cabin Show
Annual home and cabin show featuring local builders, contractors, and home improvement exhibitors.
📍 Perham
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Plan your year around races, festivals, and gatherings across Perham.
Spring
Spring
Celebrate Aging Expo
Community expo highlighting services, resources, and activities for seniors in the Perham area.
📍 Perham
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Lenten Fish Fry
Traditional Lenten fish fry hosted by local churches and organizations during the Lenten season.
📍 Various Perham locations
Summer
Summer
Wednesdays, June–August, 10am–12pm
International Turtle Races
Perham's most iconic tradition — turtle races every Wednesday from June through August, 10am to noon at Turtle Race Park. Free, family-friendly fun that's been a Perham staple for decades.
📍 Turtle Race Park, Perham
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Turtle Fest
Perham's big summer festival celebrating the town's turtle racing heritage with live music, food vendors, games, and community activities.
📍 Downtown Perham
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Pioneer Fest
Annual celebration of Perham's pioneer heritage with historical demonstrations, food, music, and family activities.
📍 Perham
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Late July
East Otter Tail County Fair
Annual county fair with bands, demolition derby, tractor pull, livestock shows, and carnival rides. Draws approximately 30,000 attendees over multiple days.
📍 East Otter Tail County Fairgrounds, Perham
Summer
Crazy Days
Downtown sidewalk sale event with deals from local businesses and shops.
📍 Downtown Perham
Summer
BAM Bike Tour
Bike Around Minnesota tour through the scenic Perham area lakes and countryside.
📍 Perham area
Summer
Acton Children's Business Fair
Young entrepreneurs showcase their businesses and products. A community event celebrating kids' creativity and entrepreneurship.
📍 Perham
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Chamber Golf Scramble
Annual golf tournament fundraiser hosted by the Perham Area Chamber of Commerce.
📍 Perham Lakes Area Golf Course
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Weekly during summer months
Perham Farmers Market
Seasonal farmers market at NP Park featuring local produce, baked goods, crafts, and more.
📍 NP Park, Perham
Summer
Wednesdays, June-August, 10am-noon
Turtle Races
Perham's most iconic tradition — turtle races every Wednesday from June through August. Starts noon at Turtle Race Park. Free, family-friendly fun that's been a Perham staple for decades.
📍 Turtle Race Park, Perham
Summer
Native American Heritage Days
Cultural celebration at Pioneer Village featuring traditional dancing, demonstrations, and educational exhibits honoring Native American heritage in the Perham area.
📍 Pioneer Village, 44290 Highway 8, Perham
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Summer
Pioneer Village Open House
Explore the restored pioneer-era buildings, antiques, and historical exhibits. Features include a log cabin, one-room schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, and more.
📍 Pioneer Village, 44290 Highway 8, Perham
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June 7, 2026
Dead Lake Ice Cream Social
Annual community gathering hosted by the Dead Lake Association with ice cream and fellowship.
📍 Dead Lake area
Summer
August 22, 2026
Dead Lake Association Annual Meeting
Annual meeting of the Dead Lake Association — lake property owners and supporters gather to discuss lake protection and management.
📍 Dead Lake area
Summer
Summer 2026
Little Pine Lake Boat Parade
Annual themed boat parade on Little Pine Lake. 2026 theme: Superheros! Spectators vote for their favorites.
📍 Little Pine Lake
Winter
Winter
Chamber Choice Awards
Annual awards recognizing outstanding businesses and community members.
📍 Perham
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Holiday Parade of Lights
Festive holiday parade through downtown Perham with lighted floats, marching groups, and Santa.
📍 Downtown Perham
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Lights in the Pines
Holiday light display and winter celebration in the Perham area.
📍 Perham
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Christmas Plus Bazaar
Annual holiday bazaar with crafts, gifts, baked goods, and holiday shopping.
📍 Perham
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Best Buddies Game
Perham High School's inclusive Best Buddies basketball game bringing the community together.
📍 Perham High School
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