September 15-18, 2022
Event Schedule
Click a date to see what is happening on that day. Use the arrow keys to change date range.Events in September 2022
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Apple Cobbler Golf Scramble
Apple Cobbler Golf Scramble
All day
September 10, 2022Join us for a day of golf! Call Pine Creek Golf Course to register. 507-895-2410. Thank you Pine Creek Golf Course for sponsoring this event!
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Apple History Trivia Night!
Apple History Trivia Night!
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September 13, 2022Applefest has partnered with the La Crescent Chamber of Commerce and Tourism and the La Crescent Historical Society to bring you a trivia night all about La Crescent, Applefest, and the apple industry! It is free to enter, but a button is required. Tuesday, September 13, 6:30 pm at Sports Hub. Sign up upon arrival. 2-6 person teams. Prizes available. See you there!
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Family Fun Shows Carnival Rides
Family Fun Shows Carnival Rides
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September 15, 2022Bring the kiddies down for a blast on the carnival rides, or even a pony ride! Grab some special treats at any of the following concessions.
Single Tickets: $3.00
Value Pack: 7 tickets for $20
Family Value Pack: 20 tickets for $50
Wristbands: $20
ALL RIDES ARE 1 TICKETConcessions:
Stumpy’s Concessions
La Crescent Lion’s Club
El Taquito Mexican Truck, LLC
La Crescent Youth Hockey Brat Wagon
Ice Cold Refreshments
Pony Express
Two Scoops & a BarKing Apple Tent OpensKing Apple Tent Opens
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September 15, 2022Thank you Home Federal for sponsoring the King Apple Tent Thursday Night!
Wristband for Carnival RidesWristband for Carnival Rides
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September 15, 2022You know the deal: buy a wristband, and you can ride all the rides, as many times as you would like during the hours of the wristband for the day. What a great deal!
Wristbands are available presale at Quillin's in La Crescent, Eitzen State Bank, Kaddy's Kafe and Johnson Livings until Thursday, September 15th at 5 pm.Single Tickets: $3.00
Value Pack: 7 tickets for $20
Family Value Pack: 20 tickets for $50
Wristbands: $20
ALL RIDES ARE 1 TICKETLittle King/Little Miss PageantLittle King/Little Miss Pageant
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September 15, 2022Children ages 4 and 5 are welcome to participate in the Little King/Little Miss pageant. Participants and their parents should be at the King Apple tent by 5:30 to complete their registration. The show starts at 6 pm. Candidates will be escorted onstage and announced to family and friends. This is not a judged pageant, instead, all contestants' names will be placed in a hat, and winners will be drawn. Buttons are required for this event. Children are allowed in the tent without a button. Thank you to Thorson Graphics for sponsoring this event!
To compete in the Little King / Little Miss program, complete the registration form on the events page.
Entertainment in the King Apple Tent: Minnesota Sings! CompetitionEntertainment in the King Apple Tent: Minnesota Sings! Competition
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September 15, 2022Thank you TimeOut Tavern for sponsoring this evenings entertainment!
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Senior Citizen Luncheon
Senior Citizen Luncheon
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September 16, 2022Presale tickets are available at Quillin's. $10.00. Thank you SpringBrook Village for sponsoring this event!
Family Fun Shows Carnival RidesFamily Fun Shows Carnival Rides
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September 16, 2022Bring the kiddies down for a blast on the carnival rides, or even a pony ride! Grab some special treats at any of the following concessions:
Single Tickets: $3.00
Value Pack: 7 tickets for $20
Family Value Pack: 20 tickets for $50
Wristbands: $20
ALL RIDES ARE 1 TICKETConcessions:
Stumpy’s Concessions
La Crescent Lion’s Club
El Taquito Mexican Truck, LLC
La Crescent Youth Hockey Brat Wagon
Ice Cold Refreshments
Pony Express
Two Scoops & a BarKing Apple Tent OpensKing Apple Tent Opens
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September 16, 2022 – September 17, 2022All ages welcome until 7pm. Button required.
Wristband for Carnival RidesWristband for Carnival Rides
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September 16, 2022You know the deal: buy a wristband, and you can ride all the rides, as many times as you would like during the hours of the wristband for the day. What a great deal!
Wristbands are available presale at Quillin's in La Crescent, Eitzen State Bank, Kaddy's Kafe and Johnson Livings until Thursday, September 15th at 5 pm.Single Tickets: $3.00
Value Pack: 7 tickets for $20
Family Value Pack: 20 tickets for $50
Wristbands: $20
ALL RIDES ARE 1 TICKETConcessions:
Stumpy’s Concessions
La Crescent Lion’s Club
El Taquito Mexican Truck, LLC
La Crescent Youth Hockey Brat Wagon
Ice Cold Refreshments
Sugar Coated, LLC
Pony ExpressEntertainment in the King Apple Tent: Tapping of the Red Apple KegEntertainment in the King Apple Tent: Tapping of the Red Apple Keg
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September 16, 2022Thank you Pearl Street Brewery for sponsoring the King Apple Tent Friday Night! Come out and get a free sample with the amazing crew of Pearl Street Brewery!
Entertainment in the King Apple Tent: The Weathered PigsEntertainment in the King Apple Tent: The Weathered Pigs
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September 16, 2022 – September 17, 2022Thank you Altra Federal Credit Union for sponsoring Friday night's Entertainment!
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King Apple Tent Opens
King Apple Tent Opens
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September 16, 2022 – September 17, 2022All ages welcome until 7pm. Button required.
Entertainment in the King Apple Tent: The Weathered PigsEntertainment in the King Apple Tent: The Weathered Pigs
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September 16, 2022 – September 17, 2022Thank you Altra Federal Credit Union for sponsoring Friday night's Entertainment!
Chalk FestChalk Fest
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September 17, 2022Applefest Scenic 5K Run to the EdgeApplefest Scenic 5K Run to the Edge
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September 17, 2022Check out the event page for more information!
Arts & Crafts FairArts & Crafts Fair
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September 17, 2022Located at the La Crescent-Hokah High School.
If you are a vendor interested in participating, please follow this link https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/arts-crafts-fair/Flea MarketFlea Market
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September 17, 2022Located at the La Crescent-Hokah High School.
Kiddie ParadeKiddie Parade
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September 17, 2022Registration starts at 10 am. The parade starts at 11 am. The theme is "Parade of Roses". Kiddie Parade lineup is at the Crucifixion Church parking lot. Thank you Crest Precast, Inc for sponsoring this event!
La Crescent Area Historical Society ToursLa Crescent Area Historical Society Tours
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September 17, 2022Stop by the La Crescent Area Historical Society at 328 South 3rd Street for information about orchard tours and learn about the apple industry in La Crescent.
Family Fun Shows Carnival RidesFamily Fun Shows Carnival Rides
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September 17, 2022Bring the kiddies down for a blast on the carnival rides, or even a pony ride! Grab some special treats at any of the following concessions.
Single Tickets: $3.00
Value Pack: 7 tickets for $20
Family Value Pack: 20 tickets for $50
Wristbands: $20
ALL RIDES ARE 1 TICKETConcessions:
Stumpy’s Concessions
La Crescent Lion’s Club
El Taquito Mexican Truck, LLC
La Crescent Youth Hockey Brat Wagon
Ice Cold Refreshments
Pony Express
Two Scoops & a BarBig Wheel RacesBig Wheel Races
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September 17, 2022Crucifixion Church Parking Lot. Thank you Al's Concrete Products for sponsoring this event!
Corn Hole TournamentCorn Hole Tournament
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September 17, 2022Participate in the traditional Corn Hole Tournament, at the King Apple Tent, located at Abnet Field, on Saturday, September 17th. Sign up early, bags fly at 12:30pm! Thank you Sterling Drug and Pat's Insurance for sponsoring this event!
King Apple Tent OpensKing Apple Tent Opens
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September 17, 2022 – September 18, 2022All ages are welcome in the King Apple Tent until 7 pm. Button required. Thank you WXOW-19 for sponsoring the King Apple Tent Friday Night!
Wristband for Carnival RidesWristband for Carnival Rides
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September 17, 2022You know the deal: buy a wristband, and you can ride all the rides, as many times as you would like during the hours of the wristband for the day. What a great deal!
Wristbands are available presale at Quillin's in La Crescent, Eitzen State Bank, Kaddy's Kafe and Johnson Livings until Thursday, September 15th at 5 pm.Single Tickets: $3.00
Value Pack: 7 tickets for $20
Family Value Pack: 20 tickets for $50
Wristbands: $20
ALL RIDES ARE 1 TICKETPresidents ReceptionPresidents Reception
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September 17, 2022La Crescent Area Event Center, 4:30 pm. This event is open to the public, and is your chance to mingle with royalty from not just from our tri-county area, but dignitaries from as far away as South Dakota, or even Florida! Enjoy good food and great friends! Pre-purchased tickets required. Contact Hospitality@ApplefestUSA.com to purchase tickets. Thank you Wieser Brothers General Contractor, Inc for sponsoring this event!
Entertainment in the King Apple Tent: Tom ConradEntertainment in the King Apple Tent: Tom Conrad
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September 17, 2022Thank you Gerrard-Hoeschler Realtors- Angie Wilson for sponsoring Saturday's Opening Entertainment!
CoronationCoronation
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September 17, 2022Join us for the announcement of the 2022 Miss La Crescent and her Court! Man and Woman of the Year will also be announced at coronation. At La Crescent High School Fine Arts Center, 7 pm. Tickets will be available at Merchants Bank and Quillin's, as well as at the door. Thank you Gerrard Hoeschler Realtors- Angie Wilson for sponsoring this event!
Entertainment in the King Apple Tent: Hillbilly RocketshipEntertainment in the King Apple Tent: Hillbilly Rocketship
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September 17, 2022Thank you Auto Authority and Gillette Pepsi-Cola for sponsoring Saturday Nights Headlining Entertainment!
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King Apple Tent Opens
King Apple Tent Opens
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September 17, 2022 – September 18, 2022All ages are welcome in the King Apple Tent until 7 pm. Button required. Thank you WXOW-19 for sponsoring the King Apple Tent Friday Night!
Flea MarketFlea Market
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September 18, 2022Located at the La Crescent-Hokah High School.
Family Fun Shows Carnival RidesFamily Fun Shows Carnival Rides
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September 18, 2022Bring the kiddies down for a blast on the carnival rides, or even a pony ride! Grab some special treats at any of the following concessions:
Single Tickets: $3.00
Value Pack: 7 tickets for $20
Family Value Pack: 20 tickets for $50
Wristbands: $20
ALL RIDES ARE 1 TICKETConcessions:
Stumpy’s Concessions
La Crescent Lion’s Club
El Taquito Mexican Truck, LLC
La Crescent Youth Hockey Brat Wagon
Ice Cold Refreshments
Pony Express
Two Scoops & a BarKing Apple Tent OpensKing Apple Tent Opens
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September 18, 2022Sunday is a day for families! All ages are welcome, and no button is required. No cost Wristbands required (provided at the door). Thank you Sports Hub for sponsoring the King Apple Tent tonight!
King Apple ParadeKing Apple Parade
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September 18, 2022Join us on Sunday and help us celebrate good times in La Crescent! The parade starts at 1 pm. Participants need to register through the event page. See you there!
*Little Red Wagon and Matt Milner Sales concessions can be found along the parade route! Thank you Acentek and Gundersen Health System- La Crescent for sponsoring the 74th Annual King Apple Parade!
Wristband for Carnival RidesWristband for Carnival Rides
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September 18, 2022You know the deal: buy a wristband, and you can ride all the rides, as many times as you would like during the hours of the wristband for the day. What a great deal!
Wristbands are available presale at Quillin's in La Crescent, Eitzen State Bank, Kaddy's Kafe and Johnson Livings until Thursday, September 15th at 5 pm.Single Tickets: $3.00
Value Pack: 7 tickets for $20
Family Value Pack: 20 tickets for $50
Wristbands: $20
ALL RIDES ARE 1 TICKETApple Annie Performance at the King Apple TentApple Annie Performance at the King Apple Tent
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September 18, 2022Entertainment in the King Apple Tent: Sexy Grandpa's MixtapeEntertainment in the King Apple Tent: Sexy Grandpa's Mixtape
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September 18, 2022Thank you ESB Banking and Insurance and Zenke, Inc for sponsoring Sunday Nights Headlining Entertainment!
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