Events & Happenings

Name: International Turtle Races
Start: 2026-07-01
Location: Turtle Race Park, Perham

Plan your year around races, festivals, and gatherings across Perham.

Spring

Lakes Area Home & Cabin Show

Annual home and cabin show featuring local builders, contractors, and home improvement exhibitors.

📍 Perham

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Spring

Celebrate Aging Expo

Community expo highlighting services, resources, and activities for seniors in the Perham area.

📍 Perham

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Spring

Lenten Fish Fry

Traditional Lenten fish fry hosted by local churches and organizations during the Lenten season.

📍 Various Perham locations

Spring

Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Mom & Me Watercolor Bouquet Class

Mother's Day watercolor class hosted by Yellowbright Creative. Each pair selects fresh flowers, arranges a bouquet, then paints it in watercolor. Includes basic watercolor techniques and hands-on instruction.

📍 Perham Center for the Arts

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Spring

Saturday, March 28, 2026, 2:00 PM

Sushi Workshop

Hands-on sushi workshop with Pampered Chef expert Erin Swyter. Learn to make sushi at home and take home a sushi roll tool.

📍 Perham Center for the Arts

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Spring

Saturday, April 25, 2026, 1:00 PM

Spring Pottery Painting

Afternoon pottery painting class with Leaf River Pottery. Choose pottery shapes on site and pay for what you select.

📍 Perham Center for the Arts

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Spring

Saturday, April 11, 2026, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Ladies Day Out Vendor Show

Vendor show with unique vendors. Free admission. Same weekend as The Gathering national decoy show at the PACC.

📍 Perham Center for the Arts

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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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Summer

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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Summer

Pioneer Fest

Annual celebration of Perham's pioneer heritage with historical demonstrations, food, music, and family activities.

📍 Perham

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Summer

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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Summer

Chamber Golf Scramble

Annual golf tournament fundraiser hosted by the Perham Area Chamber of Commerce.

📍 Perham Lakes Area Golf Course

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Summer

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

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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Summer

June 7, 2026