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July 16 – July 20 Prepare for an action-packed adventure for the entire family! From the moment you arrive, you’ll be immersed in the heart of Rice County’s thriving agriculture and booming businesses! Explore dozens of incredible vendors offering a culinary journey you won’t forget. And of course, no fair is complete without the classicRead more

July 24 – July 26 We are BRINGING THE CRAZY BACK to Faribault! Get ready, Faribault! Crazy Days is making a grand comeback, and you’re invited to be part of the excitement. Mark your calendars for July 24th-26th as we hold a city-wide event reminiscent of the good old days. Local businesses are gearing upRead more

Holly Days Opening Reception & Sale Come on down and join us Thursday November 20th, from 5pm to 7pm, to celebrate our annual Holly Days Sale! The sale contains beautiful artwork made by local artists, all of which is available for purchase, and makes the most amazing and unique holiday gifts! The Holly Days SaleRead more

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 behindRead more

Mick Sterling Presents: Elton John with Strings Friday, May 8th at 7:30 PM “Elton John with Strings” is a unique love letter for and to anyone who is a true Elton John fan, especially of the masterpiece symphonic songs of Elton’s most prolific and influential period. Featuring Peter Guertin on Piano, Steve Lehto on guitar,Read more

Country Roads: A Tribute to John Denver Saturday, April 4th at 7:30 PM Headlined by Dennis Curley, Country Roads is a tribute show to one of America’s best-loved performers and draws deeply on Curley’s own love of John Denver’s music. Backed by a fantastic 6-piece band, Curley’s renditions are sure to bring a smile toRead more

The Church of Cash Saturday, March 28th at 7:30 PM Church of Cash returns to the Paradise after multiple sold-out engagements! The Johnny Cash tribute show performed by singer Jay Ernest and his band is an unforgettable experience that brings the music of the Man in Black to life. Jay Ernest’s deep, resonant voice soundsRead more

The Looney Lutherans In: It Could Be Worse Saturday, February 7th at 2:00 PM After 20 years together, the Loonies have compiled some techniques and tricks for surviving relationships. Tips include: “How to understand what your spouse is thinking”, a Looney take on “the Dating Game,” and the Lutheran Feelings Chart. Don’t miss this hilariousRead more

Join Minnesota author, Erin Makela, for a presentation and discussion about fictionalizing history and historical figures–with a focus on Benedict Arnold and John Wilkes Booth. She will draw on her experience in researching and writing the American Revolution for her young adult novel Worthy of Trust and will tie in to the musical Assassins, whichRead more

Improv Comedy Show Presented by Little Fish Comedy Friday, January 9th at 7:30 PM Little Fish Comedy is a local group of actors and comedians looking to bring improv comedy to Southern Minnesota while raising money for the Paradise Center for the Arts! Come join us for a night full of laughter where the actors make up the show asRead more