Eagan hosts a variety of large-scale events during the course of the year. The focus of the events ranges, but all are open to the community. Find more details on events below or follow along with Eagan social media.
Autumn
Friday, Oct. 9, 4:30–6 p.m.
Community Story Trail
Eagan Parks & Recreation brings you a story trail in collaboration with the Dakota County Library! Come enjoy the beautiful fall weather and read a storybook as you stroll along Thomas Lake Park. New this year: make music and move your body with Musical Barb. Then enjoy the bonfire and make a delicious s'more. Other activities will include using binoculars to bird watch and creating a bird seed treat to take home. In the event of rain, the event will be canceled.
Featured Story: "How to Bird"
Strollers and wagons welcome!
Sensory bags will be available for use. Visit cityofeagan.com/inclusion for more information.
Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Halloween Trail Walk
Dress in your best not-so-spooky costume for some Halloween fun at Viking Lakes! Visit trick-or-treat stations, dance to the Monster Mash, and play Halloween-themed games. This is an outdoor event and will take place rain or shine.
$6/child; adults are free with a food donation to The Open Door. Pre-registration required. Admission tickets will only be available at discovereagan.com.
Various Wednesdays, Nov.–Apr., 3:30–6:30 p.m.
Eagan Indoor Market
Get your favorite local goods on select Wednesdays in the Oaks Banquet Rooms at the Eagan Community Center. You will find bread, baked goods, sauces, cheese, body products, artisan items, and more! Stay up to date by subscribing to the Market Fest email list at cityofeagan.com/marketfest. No admission required.
Indoor Market Dates
- 2026
- Nov. 4
- Nov. 18
- Dec. 2
- Dec. 16
- Dec. 30
- 2027
- Jan. 13
- Feb. 10
- Mar. 10
- Apr. 14
Saturday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Winter Art Sale
Each November, artists bring their creative makings to sell at the Eagan Community Center. All artwork for sale is made locally by the seller.
Winter
Sunday, Dec. 6, 12–3 p.m.
Old Fashioned Holiday
Enjoy an outdoor holiday celebration at Historic Holz Farm. Experience the grounds in a winter wonderland with a self-guided tour and a hayride. Visit with Santa and his reindeer and warm up with a s’more at the bonfire. Santa will be available for photos from 12–2:45 p.m. on the porch.
Various Wednesdays, Nov.–Apr., 3:30–6:30 p.m.
Eagan Indoor Market
Get your favorite local goods on select Wednesdays in the Oaks Banquet Rooms at the Eagan Community Center. You will find bread, baked goods, sauces, cheese, body products, artisan items, and more! Stay up to date by subscribing to the Market Fest email list at cityofeagan.com/marketfest. No admission required.
Indoor Market Dates
- 2026
- Nov. 4
- Nov. 18
- Dec. 2
- Dec. 16
- Dec. 30
- 2027
- Jan. 13
- Feb. 10
- Mar. 10
- Apr. 14