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Director’s Note – October 2025 As the leaves turn and our town begins to glow with fall color, I can’t help but feel immense pride and gratitude for the incredible community spirit that surrounds Fall Fest. What a season it has been! From the Grand Opening of the Fun Zone and the always-beloved Johnny Appleseed

Director’s Note – September While you might think things slow down as summer fades, that’s not the case here at the Chamber! We’ve been busy kicking off a full season of fall activities, starting with the Lake City Fall Fest. On Sunday, September 28, we celebrated the Fun Zone Grand Opening in Patton Park, and

As we wrap up a busy summer, I want to take a moment to thank our community, our volunteers, and our members for their continued support. Mother Nature gave us a run for our money with the Y Knot Triathlon this year. While we had to make the difficult decision to cancel due to weather,

What a weekend! Water Ski Days 2025 was an incredible celebration of community, and we couldn’t have done it without the unwavering support of our sponsors, volunteers, and partners. The weather held out beautifully, allowing us to host all four scheduled ski shows and competitions—each one thrilling the crowd and impressing the competitors, who were

As we roll into summer, things are buzzing here at the Lake City Chamber! We’re just one week away from Tour de Pepin and one month out from Water Ski Days—two incredible events that showcase the best of our community. A huge thank you to all the businesses who stepped up to sponsor these events.

Dear Chamber Members, As April wraps up, I’m excited to share the incredible momentum we’re building as we head into our busiest season of the year. This month has been filled with activity — and progress! We have been hard at work finalizing event plans, including securing vendors, entertainment, and logistics for Water Ski Days

As March comes to a close, I’m reflecting on what an exciting and productive month it has been for the Lake City Chamber! We kicked off the month with a successful Career Fair, held in partnership with Lincoln High School, Workforce Development, Inc., and the Port Authority. This collaborative event helped connect students with local

While Heather takes a much deserved break this week, I decided to hijack the monthly blog with a Ed Hoffman style long winded tome on the state of tourism in Lake City. Bear with me. As you know, tourism is the front door to an area’s economic development. It brings $16.6 billion dollars to Minnesota’s economy

As the holiday season is upon us, I want to take a moment to express my excitement and gratitude. Our beautiful downtown shines even brighter this time of year, with our amazing retail shops working together to create stunning window displays that capture the essence of the holidays. The sense of community that these decorations