This Week on Lake Minnetonka
Looking for fun near Excelsior, Shorewood, Minnetonka, Wayzata, and the west metro? This page is updated weekly with local events and weekend highlights.
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This Week’s Lake Minnetonka Events (Feb 16-Feb 22nd)
Some of my favorite local, small-town events that deserve a little extra love this week. If you’re looking for a reason to get out of the house, grab a friend and support these awesome places around Lake Minnetonka.
*Updated every Monday. We do our best to include a wide mix of local events around Lake Minnetonka—if we missed something this week, check back next Monday for the next update.
Monday Feb 16th
The Initials Game Live (6–8pm) – Back Channel Brewing Co.
The Initials Game Live is a live trivia-style game for bars and breweries, from Trivia Mafia & The Initials Game.
Tuesday, February 17
Paint & Sip Class – Boom Island Brewing
A guided paint-and-sip class (all supplies included). Great low-pressure weeknight plan—come with friends or roll solo and meet some people.
Wednesday, February 18th
Open Jam Session (6-10pm) – Excelsior Brewing
Midweek open jam night at the brewery—grab a beer and catch (or join) the live music.
Initials Game Live (6:30–8:30 PM) – Boom Island Brewing
A fast-paced, live trivia-style game night. Bring a team and play along as clues drop and the timer runs.
Thursday, February 19th
Thursday Night Trivia (6:30pm) – Excelsior Brewing
Trivia night at the brewery—good weeknight hang with a competitive edge.
Thomas Sticha (8–10 PM) – 318 Cafe
Minnesota country-folk singer-songwriter with a thoughtful, story-driven style in the 318 listening-room vibe.
Trivia Night – Boom Island Brewing
Trivia night at Boom Island—great for a casual team night out.
Friday, February 20th
The Gene Pool (7-10pm) – Excelsior Brewing
Live music to kick off the weekend at the brewery.
Scottie Miller with Cierra Alise Hill (8–10 PM) – 318 Cafe
A piano-forward, soulful singer-songwriter night with added strings/violin texture for a rich live sound.
Mike Bustin (7–10 PM) – Lord Fletcher’s
Mike Bustin is a Minneapolis-based singer/songwriter who performs professionally year-round.
Traveled Ground (8:00–11:30 PM) – The Narrows Saloon
Americana / roots blend with a story-driven, multi-genre sound (folk/blues/roots rock).
Boom Island Karaoke Night (7–10 PM) – Boom Island Brewing
Karaoke night at the taproom—big song library, great energy, and a fun way to start the weekend.
Saturday, February 21st
Hot Cocoa Stroll – Downtown Excelsior
A festive downtown stroll with seasonal treats and a great small-town winter vibe.
Grunge Unplugged – Excelsior Brewing
Acoustic grunge classics and a throwback vibe at the brewery.
2 Girls & A Boyd (8–10pm) – 318 Cafe
Harmony-forward live music with strong chemistry in the 318 listening room.
3 Quarter Country (8–11:30pm) – The Narrows Saloon
Country-rock trio with strong harmonies and a fun mix of modern country + classic rock.
The Freeturnals (6–8pm) – Boom Island Brewing
Folk-rock from fraternal twin brothers (night-owl pun included), live at Boom Island.
Curious who’s behind this page?
This weekly Lake Minnetonka events list is put together by Legend Chiropractic Excelsior—a local practice that’s big on community and focused on a neurologic chiropractic approach.
In plain English: we look at how your nervous system handles stress and how that can quietly affect the way your body feels and functions over time—even before things feel “serious.”
If you’re curious what makes neurologic chiropractic different (and why it matters), you can learn more here:
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