Experience Eagan | June–July 2026

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Eagan Market Fest Celebrates 20 Years

This year marks two decades of the City of Eagan supporting local businesses, regional agriculture, and community connection — all at one great event.  

Since opening on June 20, 2007, Eagan Market Fest, generally held on Wednesday nights, has grown from 13 vendors and 3,000 shoppers to a well-established weekly happening that draws tens of thousands of visitors each year, reflecting its continued popularity and value to the Eagan community.  

Read more about the last 20 years of Eagan Market Fest

Recent Community Development Sites Around Eagan

With the arrival of summer, construction is right on its heels. Check out the numerous projects that are underway or that have wrapped up in Eagan. 

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Read more about the recent community development sites around Eagan

Planning for Eagan's Future

This summer marks the first phase of community engagement for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan, a guide that will help shape how Eagan grows and evolves over the next 25 years. Decisions will affect land use, housing, infrastructure, and more.  

Read more about Eagan's planning initiatives for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan

Adopt A Street 

It’s a great time to get outside gather a group to keep a street free of litter — and to protect our water! Plus, the City provides trash bags and safety vests. Learn more and find an adoptable street segment at cityofeagan.com/adopt-a-street. 

Adopt A Drain

Sign up to adopt your storm drain and help our waterways today at cityofeagan.com/adopt-a-storm-drain.

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Register To Vote

Elections are a great way to have a say in what happens in our community. If you’re not yet registered to vote, now’s a great time to sign up! 

Read more about registering to vote

Fishing, Crafts, & Games — Fun at The Lake 

Eagan’s 1,200 lakes, ponds, wetlands, and a stretch of the Minnesota River are defining characteristics and significant assets of our community. They help make Eagan a desirable place to live, work, play, and visit. Protecting them is part of who we are.

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Celebrate Our Lakes

Join us to learn fishing basics from shore, grasp facts about aquatic life, play games, and build water-themed craft projects. 

These family-friendly events are free, with no registration or fishing license required. (Fishing is catch and release only.) Find more info at cityofeagan.com/lakefest

2026 Lakefest events 

All events feature fishing, with provided equipment and bait. Each date includes nontoxic fishing tackle giveaways; in fact, you can drop off old lead tackle for disposal.   

Blackhawk Park: Friday, July 10, 3–6 p.m. 

Trapp Farm Park: Friday, Aug. 14, 3–6 p.m.  

Big News for Lemay Lake: New Fishing Pier

LeMay Lake now boasts a year-round fishing pier, completed in early 2026 and ready for fishing!

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Read more about Lemay Lake's New Fishing Pier

Meet Eagan's New Fire Chief Holly Mulholland

The City of Eagan is proud to announce its new fire chief, Holly Mulholland, who brings an exceptional track record and a clear vision for the future.

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Eagan Fire Chief Holly Mulholland

Read more about Chief Mulholland

Summer Events

Eagan Parks & Recreation: Discover Summer 2026

Find more about Eagan's summer events and activities here 

Series All Play

Tuesdays, June 16–30, July 7–28, Aug. 4–18; 6–7:30 p.m. | Fridays, June 26, July 17, Aug. 14; 10–11:30 a.m. | Woodhaven Park: Destination All Play | Free 

People of all abilities are welcome to participate in our inclusive Series All Play program. Free and open to the public, these events encourage participants to try new activities. No registration is required. In the event of rain, programs are canceled. Learn more at cityofeagan.com/all-play.   

Eagan's Juneteenth

Sunday, June 21, 3–7 p.m. | Eagan Festival Grounds, 1501 Central Pkwy. | Free 

Join us for a day of celebration and remembrance. Enjoy live music, a DJ, vendors, food trucks, games, and family fun! 

Eagan Funfest

Thursday, July 2–Saturday, July 4 | Eagan Festival Grounds, 1501 Central Pkwy. 

This volunteer-run community festival includes a carnival, live music, fireworks, and more. Find details at eaganfunfest.org.

Music In the Park

Thursday, July 23, 6:30 to 8 p.m. | Eagan Festival Grounds, 1501 Central Pkwy. | Free 

The Dakota Valley Symphony and Chorus will perform a live patriotic-themed show. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the 100-member symphony and chorus!  

Spark! Mobile 

Various dates and locations | free  

The Spark! Team presents original stories with your favorite puppet friends in neighborhood parks all summer long. Also enjoy Spark! in the Park, including puppets and musical performances, on Monday and Thursday evenings. Selected performances will be ASL interpreted. Discover Spark! Mobile’s next performance at cityofeagan.com/spark.  

Eagan Food Truck Festival

Friday, Aug. 7, 4–9 p.m. | Eagan Festival Grounds, 1501 Central Pkwy. | Free  

There's something for everyone, with a delicious array of options including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes. Find details at cityofeagan.com/foodtruck. 

Find more events at cityofeagan.com/events!

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Sustainable Eagan Academy: That's A Wrap!

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Thank you to everyone who joined the 2026 Sustainable Eagan Academy. Nearly 250 attendees explored low-waste living, circular fashion, climate action, e-bikes, and sustainability at the Eagan Art House — sparking thoughtful conversations and meaningful learning. We’re grateful for our incredible speakers, volunteer facilitators, and the many new and returning community members who made 2026 a great year!