Storytime with Munchkin the Mini Horse
2025-08-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Buckham Memorial Library, 11 Division St E, Faribault, Minnesota, 55021, United States
Join us at 10AM on Thursday, August 7 in the library’s Great Hall for a special storytime with Munchkin!

Munchkin is a registered therapy animal, and Amanda is his handler. Munchkin isn’t just a miniature horse – he has dwarfism too. This makes him extra small and he and Amanda love to share and spread the joy of celebrating differences.

Audience members will listen to Munchkin and Amanda read the book “Munchkin Celebrates Differences,” and learn how our differences make us special. They’ll also get a chance to pet Munchkin and make some horse themed art.

Concerts in the Park: Eclipse
2025-08-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Central Park, 510 2nd Ave NW, Faribault, Minnesota, 55021, United States
Eclipse is a versatile and unique duo consisting of Martha Brown on keyboards and vocals and Kathy Wickwire on drums and vocals. Throughout their 27-year history, they have performed on cruise ships and at outdoor festivals. This talented and entertaining duo will take you on a nostalgic musical journey from the 50s to the 80s.

Acting Fun for Little Ones
2025-08-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave N, Faribault, 55021, United States
Acting Fun for Little Ones (Session #2): 8/11, 8/12, 8/13, 8/14, and 8/15 from 10:00am-11:30am. For Ages 4-7, tuition $85. Each day, students may bring a nut-free snack with them, and students will need to bring a nut-free bag lunch to class August 15. There will be a short performance for family and friends on August 15 at 12:00pm. This class is designed to introduce kids ages 4-7 to the world of theater. We’ll play a variety of acting games to explore imagination and character. These young performers will bring short stories to life through imagination, movement, and playful storytelling! Most importantly we’ll have lots of fun! Class can be repeated. (Scholarships are available.) Instructors: Kayla Mollenhauer, Will McIntyre, and Bea Watts.
*This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Concerts in the Park: Holy Rocka Rollaz
2025-08-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Central Park, 510 2nd Ave NW, Faribault, Minnesota, 55021, United States
Prepare to go back to the Rockin’ 50s! If it’s the classic sound of early American rock ‘n’ roll that you love, you’ve found your dream band. The Holy Rocka Rollaz bring back the sound, look and spirit of rock ‘n’ roll pioneers such as Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, The Everly Brothers, Chuck Berry and many more.

Opening Gallery Reception & Exhibition
2025-08-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave N, Faribault, 55021, United States
Opening Gallery Reception ~ August 15, 5pm-7pm
Come on down and join us on Friday August 15, from 5pm-7pm, for a fun opening reception celebrating the talented artists Karl Friedrich, Pat Dunn-Walker, Patricia Johnson, Judy Saye-Willis, and PCA instructors! It’s a great opportunity to meet the artists in person and hear about the inspiration behind their amazing artwork. We’ll have the exhibitions up from August 11 to September 27, so don’t miss it!

* A big thank you to our sponsors, Southern Heights Dental Group and K&M Heating and Air Conditioning, for making this 2025-2026 gallery season possible!

Faribault Car Cruise Nights
2025-08-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Historic Downtown, Central Avenue, Faribault, Minnesota, 55021, United States
Whether you’re driving a classic or the latest model, showcase your pride and joy by joining the Faribault Car Cruise Nights Events!

Faribault’s Car Cruise night is hitting the lakes for a scenic drive!

Join us on Friday, August 15th, as classic cars cruise around Faribault’s beautiful lakes.

After our lakeside tour, we’ll head back to Historic Downtown Faribault where the cars will line up for everyone to admire. Stick around for some delicious food and live music!

Remember to obey all traffic laws during the cruise. We can’t wait to see you there for a night of classic cars, great views, and community fun.

We’ll depart at 5:30 PM sharp from Faribault Middle School (710 17th Street SW). Please arrive by 5:00 PM to get ready!

Featuring live music from Saint Suburbia!

Fleck's Walking Tour
2025-08-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-16 14:00 - 17:30 | Shattuck-St.Mary’s Campus, 1000 Shumway Ave, Faribault, Minnesota, 55021
Join the Rice County Historical Society on August 16th for a walking tour of the Old Fleck’s Brewery site. Explore the ruins and see what the Brewery would have looked like during its prime!

The first tour will be at 2pm and the second will be at 4pm. You must reserve your spot to be guaranteed a spot on the tour.
Both tours include walking on STEEP AND UNEVEN GROUND! Good walking shoes or hiking boots, weather appropriate clothing, bug spray, and a bottle of water are encouraged.

The tour starts at the NW corner of the Shattuck-St. Mary’s campus, near “The Inn”. Enter campus through the arch, and follow the loop to the left about halfway, and follow the signs for the RCHS Walking Tour.

Tickets are $5/members, $10/nonmembers. Space is limited and pre-registration is required! Call 507-332-2121 to pre-register.

Fleck's Walking Tour
2025-08-16 14:00 - 16:00

Faribault Concerts in the Park: Jivin' Ivan and the Kings of Swing
2025-08-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Central Park, 510 2nd Ave NW, Faribault, Minnesota, 55021, United States
Ivan Whillock has been playing his beloved Swing Music on his guitar and trombone for many decades. He’s been joined in this endeavor for the last 25 years by a number of like-minded local and area musicians. Together we bring the ambience and great music of the 30s and 40s back to the present. Swing on over to Central Park and travel back to that era!

Triangle Quilt with Artist Julie Fakler
2025-08-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave N, Faribault, 55021, United States
Triangle Quilt with Artist Julie Fakler: Saturdays, August 23 & 30, 10AM-3PM, 30 minutes for lunch. This class is for someone who knows how to use a sewing machine and iron. Ages 16 and up. Member $80/ Non-Member $90. Supply fee $25. Create a 35” X 50” triangle quilt in two sessions! Students will learn how to piece a quilt top and assemble the three layers of the quilt: quilt top, batting, and back. Students will be given precut triangles, batting, and quilt backs. Students will learn how to sew the triangles together using a sewing machine to create the quilt top, and binding. Between the classes students will tie or hand quilt their quilts. Students will return to class to trim their quilts and add binding. Everything you need will be provided by Julie. Instructor: Julie Fakler.
Please bring a lunch to class. Students will use a sewing machine, iron, and rotary blade and will be using a needle and thread to hand sew. Pat Jarrett and Katrina Deyoung-Harper donated the fabric.

Watercolor Duck Class with Artist Marcie Hayunga
2025-08-23 10:00 - 16:30 | Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave N, Faribault, 55021, United States
Watercolor Duck Class with Marcie Hayunga: Saturday, August 23rd from 12 – 4 PM. Join us for a fun and relaxing watercolor class where we’ll create a charming duck painting while learning the fundamentals of watercolor technique. In this hands-on session, you’ll explore essential skills including how to: control water and pigment for beautiful washes, create white, layer with glazing to add depth, and paint backgrounds to bring your duck to life! This class is perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to build confidence with watercolor. All materials will be provided—just bring your creativity and wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy! Tuition – Member: $52, Non-Member: $60. (Supplies Included in tuition!)

Tribute to Outlaw Country and Southern Rock by Joe Flip
2025-08-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave N, Faribault, 55021, United States
Experience the raw energy and rebellious spirit of outlaw country and southern rock with Southern Soul, a show nominated for “Tribute Act of the Year” by the Midwest Country Music Organization! Billboard Charting artist Joe Flip leads it and features powerhouse vocalist Swanny Rose, backed by an all-star band.

Southern Soul delivers faithful renditions of legendary hits from: Johnny Cash & June Carter, Waylon Jennings, Charlie Daniels Band, ZZ Top, The Allman Broters, and More!

Rice County Historical Society Fall Flea Market
2025-09-13 08:00 - 14:00 | Rice County Historical Society, 1814 NW 2ND AVE, FARIBAULT, MN, 55021, United States
Join the Rice County Historical Society for our annual Fall Flea Market! Featuring tons of vendors and a great atmosphere.

Entrance and parking to the Flea market is free to all!

Taste of Faribault 2025
2025-09-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Faribo West Mall, 200 Western Ave NW, Faribault, MN, 55021, United States
Get Ready to Feast! The Taste of Faribault is Back!

Prepare your palate for an extraordinary culinary adventure! The Taste of Faribault is returning for an unforgettable evening that will ignite your senses and leave your taste buds cheering for more.

Imagine a single evening where you can explore the absolute best of Faribault’s vibrant food scene. We’re talking an unparalleled lineup of mouthwatering samples from the area’s most celebrated restaurants, innovative caterers, and beloved food vendors. This is your golden ticket to savor local specialties you already adore and discover exciting new favorites that will become instant cravings.

History of Bicycling in Rice County with Tim Madigan
2025-09-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Rice County Historical Society, 1814 NW 2ND AVE, FARIBAULT, MN, 55021, United States
Calling all cyclists! Have you ever taken a ride on the Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail or gone on a jaunt around town?

If you have, you are a part of over 100 years of cycling history in Rice County. Throughout the years, everything from the paths we ride to the types of bicycles have changed. Learn more about the local history of cycling with Tim Madigan in the latest installment of our Thursday night speaker series!

Madigan is a lifelong student of history. His professional career has spanned public education and management in Minnesota, including teaching classes on the 1960s for the Cannon Valley Elder Collegium, serving as an adjunct instructor at MSU Mankato, and teaching with the Celtic Junction Art Center. He lives in the Faribault, MN area and is a member of the Faribault Flyers bicycle club.

Talks are free for members, $5 for nonmembers. Reserve your spot by calling 507-332-2121, emailing rchs@rchistory.org, or by stopping in. We hope to see you there!

Rocky Horror Picture Show: Film, Fun, Fundraiser
2025-09-19 19:30 - 22:30 | Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave N, Faribault, 55021, United States
Film, Fun, and Fundraiser: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Friday, September 19. Doors open at 7:30 PM, Movie Starts at 9:00 PM.
Join us in celebrating the 50th birthday of *The Rocky Horror Picture Show*! Experience a costume contest like no other. Enjoy Rocky Horror-themed games and end the night with a screening of the film on the Paradise screen in the auditorium. Come dressed as your favorite Rocky Horror character for a chance to win fabulous prizes! This film is probably the oddest, most unconventional cult classic ever made. It follows a young couple who stumbles into a castle inhabited by eccentric characters from the planet Transylvania, including Dr. Frank N. Furter, a transvestite Frankenstein in rhinestone heels. This marvelous musical spoof encourages you to “Give yourself over to absolute pleasure.”
*FILM IS RATED-R*
Admission: $14.50 (Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Sponsored by Artist Julie Fakler, and Paul Swanson.
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Paint a Portrait of your Pet with Artist Julie Fakler
2025-09-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave N, Faribault, 55021, United States
Paint a Portrait of your Pet with artist Julie Fakler, with Wine: Thursday, September 25th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. (Ages 21 and up!) Artist Julie Fakler will teach you, step by step, how to paint a portrait of your pet. In class, you’ll learn about underpainting, form, shape, and color. Email your pet photo to info@paradisecenterforthearts.org, and we will print it out for you. Wear clothes that can get paint on them. Students must get registered 3 days prior to the start of class. Tuition – Member: $36, Non-Member: $40. (Supplies included in the tuition!)

Faribault Fall Festival
2025-10-04 00:00 - 23:59 | Historic Downtown, Central Avenue, Faribault, Minnesota, 55021, United States
The falling leaves signal one thing: the Faribault Fall Festival is coming!

This year’s festival brings back the classic Chili Competition and Bar Crawl, plus exciting new additions like a vendor and business market. We’re also offering plenty of family fun with kids activities and a special fire safety event by the Faribault Fire Department.

Come check out all this and more, Saturday, October 4th.

Fall Fest with RCHS
2025-10-04 16:00 - 19:00 | Rice County Historical Society, 1814 NW 2ND AVE, FARIBAULT, MN, 55021, United States
Do you enjoy the Faribault Fall Festival? Have you visited RCHS for Night at the Museum before?
Join the two with our new fall event! The evening of October 4th, come down the museum to make your own caramel apples, paint pumpkins, take a historic hayride, listen to ghost stories, and connect with local history! And of course…costumes are welcome!
Everything is included in the price of your ticket: $4 for kids, $8 for adults. That includes the pumpkin, the caramel apple, and all the fun you’ll have at the museum!
Call 507-332-2121 to reserve your spot (it helps us to know how many people might be coming) or with any questions. We hope to see you in October!
Thank you to Hy-Vee for donating the small pumpkins and to Trumps Orchard for donating the apples!

“They were Related Somehow!” Proofing Family Stories to Connect with Gary Heyn
2025-10-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Rice County Historical Society, 1814 NW 2ND AVE, FARIBAULT, MN, 55021, United States
Join the Rice County Historical Society and Gary Heyn on a journey of immigration history and the connections between communities across the sea. Learn about family, acquaintances, and neighbors who traveled from Gembitz Hauland Posen to
Honey Creek Township in Sauk County, Wisconsin and Deerfield Township in Steele County, Minnesota in this talk about genealogy and the stories that connect us.
Gary Heyn, a graduate of the University of Minnesota, worked as an executive at Tolomatic, a manufacturing company in Minneapolis until his retirement. He now devotes himself to genealogical research with a specific focus on the former Prussian province of Posen. Raised on a family farm near Rochester, Minnesota he has published several articles and give numerous lectures on the history of the German farm families who emigrated from Posen to Southeastern Minnesota.
His book, “Standing at the Grave: A Family’s Journey from the Grand Duchy of Posen to the Prairies of North Dakota, was published in 2023. A German edition of the book titled, “Das Grab in der Ferne: Von der Provinz Posen in die Neue Welt,” has been released this year. Heyn lives with his wife in Golden Valley, Minnesota. He currently serves as treasurer for both the Germanic Genealogical Society (GGS) and the International German Genealogical Partnership (IGGP).
This event is part of our Thursday night speaker series and is free for members and $5 for nonmembers. Register by calling 507-332-2121 or emailing rchs@rchistory.org.

Victorian Funeral at the Alexander Faribault House
2025-10-10 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Alexander Faribault House, 12 1st Ave NE, Faribault, MN, 55021, United States
“Custom . . . has decreed that we shall wear black, as a mark of respect to those we have lost, and as a shroud for ourselves.” – Manners and Social Usefulness, Mrs. John M. E. W. Sherwood, 1887.

Join the Rice County Historical Society for a Victorian Funeral at the Alexander Faribault House on Friday, October 10th and Saturday, October 11th at 6:30pm. Experience the Faribault House like never before and learn about death customs both locally and more broadly during the Victorian Era.

The Victorian Era was from 1837-1901, when Queen Victorian ruled in England. America saw many changes during this time, including increased settlement in the “Western” part of the country, including what is now Minnesota. The Alexander Faribault house, though not what visitors might traditionally think of as “Victorian”, was built during that era (1853). Even developing towns, like Faribault was during the 1850s and 60s, would have had their own twist on Victorian customs of the time, which were characterized by a high standard of personal conduct, an emphasis on morality, as well as ritualization.

Space is limited to 10 people per tour, due to the size of the house. This tour is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Pre-registration is required. Reserve your spot by calling 507-332-2121 or stopping by the museum.

Paradise Community Theatre Presents: The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland
2025-10-17 07:30 - 21:00 | Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave N, Faribault, 55021, United States
Paradise Community Theatre Present: The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland
A whimsical romp down the rabbit hole! Join Alice as she discovers a magical land full of zany characters and lots of fun. Don’t miss the fun as we follow Alice as she meets the mysterious Cheshire Cat, the rhyming Caterpillar, the outrageous Mad Hatter and a Paranoid Egg!
Performances:
October 17, 18, and 24 at 7:30 PM
October 19, 25, and 26 at 2:00 PM
Tickets: Member: $19.50, Non-Member: $21.50, and Student: $15.50 (Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Thank you to our Show Sponsor ~ Reliance Bank!
Thank you to our Season Sponsor ~ The Bahl Foundation!
Presented through special arrangement with Heuer Publishing.

Workshop Series: Lacemaking
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Rice County Historical Society, 1814 NW 2ND AVE, FARIBAULT, MN, 55021, United States
Join the Rice County Historical Society and the Minnesota Lace Society to learn about historic lacemaking! What were the different ways people made lace in the past? What kind of items and designs were made out of lace?
The Lace Society will talk for about thirty minutes about lace history with lots of beautiful pictures of lace, and then participants will get to try their hand at making their own lace, using the tatting method.
Space is limited. Event is $20/members, $25/nonmembers. Sign up on Eventbrite, or contact 507-332-2121 or rchs@rchistory.org!

Fari "BOO" Downtown Bar Crawl
2025-10-31 19:00 - 23:00 | Historic Downtown, Central Avenue, Faribault, Minnesota, 55021, United States
Join hundreds of costumed crawlers this Halloween in historic downtown Faribault for the second annual Fari “BOO” Bar Crawl – a fundraiser for the Paradise Center for the Arts!Registration for the Fari “BOO” Bar Crawl begins at 7 PM at the Paradise and is $12 per person. Between 7-11pm, participants must visit all four bars: The Signature, Our Place on Third, Boxers, and the American Legion, to be judged for the costume contest. Winners of the costume contest will be announced at 11:30 PM in the Paradise auditorium. First place prize – $500, second place prize – $250, and third place prize – $100. Must be 21 and older to participate in this ghoulishly fun- filled event!

Joseph Hall's ELVIS ROCK 'N' REMEMBER TRIBUTE
2025-11-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave N, Faribault, 55021, United States
Joseph Hall’s Elvis Rock ‘N’ Remember Tribute
Saturday, November 8th at 7:30 PM
Joseph Hall has performed all over the world and was a finalist on America’s Got Talent. He has won many awards throughout his career including the “Spirit of Elvis” award and is officially endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises, recognized as one of the top Elvis Tribute artists in the world today! Get ready to be “all shook up”—Joseph Hall’s Elvis Tribute is so electrifying, you’ll swear The King never left the building! Don’t miss this Faribault tradition that keeps fans coming back year after year!
Member: $26.50 / Non-Member: $31.50 / Student: $21.50 (Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
