Schedule:

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

4:30pm to 7:00pm: Fall Food Fest  
Come to the VMCC parking lot (8055 Barbara Avenue) to celebrate the Official Kick Off to IGH Days.
Listed below are the scheduled vendors:
All trucks have the ability to accept cards, and there is an ATM located inside the VMCC.
Every truck has a variety of foods on their menus. Some larger and heavier foods but also smaller sides or lighter entrees.
Picnic tables available within the event space or enjoy a picnic style meal on our grassy areas just outside the event space.
If it is raining we will move forward with the event, although we may cancel the event if there is lightning or any other factors that potentially could endanger our guests.

5:00pm - 8:00pm: Community Day At The Vmcc  
Come play for Free at the VMCC and check out our facilities and programs Swimming, skating, basketball, and use of our fitness center.
VMCC located at 8055 Barbara Avenue

5:30pm - 6:30pm: Skateboarding   
3rd Lair Skatepark and Skateshop staff will be on site offering Free introduction to skateboarding lessons.
Raffle drawing for prizes will be held at 6:15pm.
IGH Skate Park is located south of the VMCC parking lot (Babcock Trail and Barbara Avenue)

Thursday, September 7, 2023

8:30am: Coffee With A Cop, County Attorney, And Commissioner  Inver Glen Library (80th and Blaine Ave)
Join Dakota County Sheriff Tim Leslie, Chief Deputy Joe Leko, IGH Police Chief Melissa Chiodo, Dakota County Attorney Kathy Keena, and Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins for casual conversation, cup of coffee, and Q and A.

4:00 to 6:30pm: Hometown Heroes Cookout at Simley High School Parking Lot (2920 80th Street)
As a way of showing our community's appreciation, all local first responders, frontline workers,
educators, and medical personnel - and their families - are invited to join us for a free cookout.
Free burgers, hotdogs, chips and beverages provided.
Sponsors: Hometown Meats, Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins, and Senator Matt Klein District 53

7:00pm: Trivia Night at Moose Lodge (Concord and Dawn Way)
Regular trivia Plus local trivia, prizes awarded throughout the evening. Button Required.
Sponsors: Moose Lodge and Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins

Friday, September 8, 2023

5:30pm - 8:30pm: Bingo Tent sponsored by Moose Lodge #1088
Bingo Specials throughout the weekend.  Button Required.
Tent is located in Village Square Parking Lot

5:30pm to 7:30pm: Family Fun Night  
Come to Oakwood Park (78th and Clayton) for a carnival with giant inflatables, carnival games, and more
Hot Dogs, Pizza, and Beverages available for purchase.
Tickets for sale at the event.  Button Requested to support IGH Days.

7:00pm: Friday Night Lights  
Cheer on the defending Class 4A State Football Champion Simley Spartans take Totino Grace

8:30pm to 9:30pm: Inver Glow Heights Walk  
The Park will Glow Late Night, enjoy a family walk through Oakwood Park (78th and Clayton)
Button Required. Register for t-shirts and glow packs
Sponsors: Evergreen Industries, Inver Grove Lincoln Ford, Therapy Ops,  F45 Training IGH,  Key Community Bank, Volkswagon Inver Grove, Radon Armor LLC, Mighty Molars

7:00pm - 11:00 pm: Friday Night Band  
Billee Jo Hall will be performing at The Moose Lodge
$5 Cover, Free with IGH Days Button

Saturday, September 9, 2023

1:00pm - 7:30pm: Bingo Tent sponsored by Moose Lodge #1088
Bingo Specials throughout the weekend.  Button Required.
Tent is located in Village Square Parking Lot

Volleyball Tournament  Sponsored by Drkula's 32 Bowl
Register at email [email protected]
Limited entries. Button Required

Bean Bag Tournament  at Mississippi Pub - Sponsored by Mississippi Pub (4455 66th St E on the Mississippi River)
Check In: 1:30pm to 2:30pm Start Time: 3:00pm
Entry Fee (per team): $40 32 Teams Maximum Must Be 21+ To Play
Pool Play to Qualify for the Single Elimination Tournament
Upper and Lower Blind Draw Bracket Play (Best of 3 for Championship)
To register click button below fill out form and return with entry fee to Mississippi Pub
Click the button below to register online
Limited entries. Button Required

9:00am: Co-Ed Pickle Ball Tournament  
North Valley Park (70th Street) and Salem Hills Park (Upper 55th and Asher Ave)
Pick a partner and join in this fun tournament Must register as a team of two.
Championship T-shirt provided to first place teams. Tournament T-shirts will be given to all participants.
Registered teams will be notified of tournament details. Balls will be provided.
Tournament will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. No refunds.
Beginner, Intermediate-1, Intermediate-2, and Advanced (All Co-Ed Doubles Tournaments)
Four groups - separate tournaments (up to 8 team in each group)
Best of three games matches (30-45 mins per match)
Rounds and timing to be decided based on number of teams
Entry fee/donation $20/team of two Entry Fee
Drop Off Location for the IGH Days Food Drive
Registration on https://www.invergroveheightsdays.org home page
Sponsors: Fieldstone Family Homes, Inc.

9:00am: Children's Treasure Hunt Sponsored by I State Truck Center
Hunt for treasure in the park and redeem for great prizes (one prize per child)
Age divisions: Ages 4 and Under | 5 to 8 years old | 9 to 12 years old
Oakwood Park (78th and Clayton)

11:00am: Grand Day Parade
Begins on 80th Street and follows Cahill Avenue heading north to Buckley Way
Volunteers will collect non perishable food donations along the parade route for Neighbors Inc

2:00pm: Wrestling at Drac's
Wrestling is back Pro Wrestling Mania will have 5 Big Matches at Drkula's starting at 2 pm

1:00pm - 4:00pm: Party At The Brewery  Inver Grove Brewing (9051 Buchanan Trail)
Relax after the parade at Inver Grove Brewing for music, food, and beverages. Inflatable bounce house for the kids.
Sponsor: Inver Grove Brewing

Disc Golf Tournament 1:30pm Check IN  2:00pm Start
Grab family and friends, and join this fun tournament
Must register as a team of two on the day of the event.
Age divisions: Ages 13-17 | 18 and up: Recreational/Novice | 18 and up: Advanced
Awards will be given for 1st and 2nd place in each division.
Entry fee: $10/team Location: North Valley Park (70th Street)
Sponsor: IGH Parks and Recreation

3:00pm: Bike The Bridges
Join us at the Swing Bridge for a free family bike ride Route starts at Swing Bridge Park and goes to the Wakota Bridge and back which is about five miles.
Bike King will provide bike repair and the Fire Department will supply first aid along the route. IGH Police will also be available.
Participants will receive a free gift, beverage, and snack.
Drop Off Location for the IGH Days Food Drive
Sponsor: Inver Grove Heights Park and Rec, Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins, and Senator Matt Klein District 53

Igh Royalty Coronation  4:30 PM Seating Begins AT 4:00 PM
Recognition  of the 2022 Royalty and crowning of the 2023 Inver Grove Heights Royalty.
Simley Performing Arts Center (2920 80th Street)

8:00pm - 12:00am: Music at Mississippi Pub

8:30pm: Fireworks presented by Moose Lodge #1088
Fireworks display is launched from Simley Island Park (80th and Cahill)
Sponsor: Moose Lodge, Integrity Woven Wire and City of Inver Grove Heights

Sunday, September 10, 2023

8:00am - 1:00pm: Farmer's Market
Shop for fresh and locally grown fruits, vegetables, seasoning, salsa, honey,
flowers and more at the Saint Paul Farmers Market
VMCC Parking Lot (80th and Barbara)
Drop Off Location for the IGH Days Food Drive

Bingo Tent sponsored by Moose Lodge #1088
Sunday 12-3pm
Bingo Specials throughout the weekend.  Button Required.
Tent is located in Village Square Parking Lot

11:00am - 3:00pm: Explore Inver Grove Heights
All Sunday events listed below take place on Cahill Avenue between 65th and 70th streets 11am-3pm

Business Expo
Discover your local businesses, community groups, and a showcase of new vehicles available from local car dealerships

30th Annual Classic Car Show
It just gets better every year. We are hoping this is our best year ever. Dash Plaques for the first 150 cars.
Registration the day of the event.
Info contact Dave Mahle 651-226-7291 or Dave Wol at 651-455-3494
Sponsor: Medallions Car Club

12:00pm: Pet Contest sponsored by Inver Grove Heights Animal Hospital
Bring your pet to Bremer Bank. Categories include: Best Trick, Best Costume, Pet Owner Look-A-Like, and more.
Free w/Button. Button Required.

Kids Court Sponsored by IGH Parks and Recreation
Face painter, giant games, inflatables, laser tag, and more
All activities free with an IGH Days button.

Public Safety Display presented by IGH Police and Fire Department
Aerial fire truck, police cars and city vehicles
Fire safety trailer
Fire sprinkler demonstration trailer
Kitchen Fire Demo Trailer
CPR Booth
Live Safety Demo
1:00 pm - K9 Unit Demonstration
1:30 pm - Live Fire Prop
2:00 pm - Car Extrication Demonstration

3:00pm: Button Drawing
Bingo tent- do not need to be present to win. Winners posted on www.invergroveheightsdays.org

Date: September 6 - 10, 2023

Location: Various Venues Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

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