Chamber & Community Events
Coffee & Commerce hosted by Craig Anderson - Wintrust Mortgage
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Coffee & Commerce is a monthly networking event for Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce Members. Coffee & Commerce is held at Dunn Brothers in Excelsior, in conjunction with a host member. Coffee & Commerce is from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. and is a ...
Ribbon Cutting: California Closets
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join California Closets and the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony as they celebrate their new showroom in Minnetonka! California Closets is distinguished by a legacy of innovation, organizational expertise, ...
Excelsior Streetcar Line Presents the StoryTime Trolley featuring Miss Debra
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
t's time for the August StoryTime Trolley on the Excelsior Streetcar Line, featuring Miss Debra. Ride the trolley, have a treat, and be amazed by Miss Debra. Will she read stories? Will she sing songs? Will she tell jokes? Who knows! Come and see for ...
Executive Roundtable - Small Business
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
We're excited to announce our new Business Roundtables — a collaborative space designed for local professionals and business owners to connect, share insights, and strengthen our community. Each session focuses on a timely topic or challenge, giving ...
SALT Paddleboarding Event
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join us on the water! Date: August 29th Time: 9:30am Location: Wayzata Beach Whether you've paddle boarded many times or this is your very first experience, you'll be in good company. Your morning will include: 20-minute devotional while floating ...
Monthly Member Meeting
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Join us for the Monthly Member Meeting to network with fellow chamber members and learn about upcoming events and opportunities with the Chamber. Enjoy a morning of networking with current and prospective members and hear updates from the City ...
Witches Night Out & Trick or Treat the Street Promotion Preview
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us for our Member Promo Preview, a gathering designed to help businesses make the most of our four signature downtown Excelsior promotions: Hot Cocoa Stroll, Crazy Days, and Trick or Treat the Street.This preview event is open to both members ...
Membership 101
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Membership 101 focuses on how to maximize your membership with the Chamber of Commerce.
Get Ready for Apple Days with Paradise Charter Cruises
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Excelsior–Lake Minnetonka Chamber invites select members, sponsors, and media partners to join us for an exclusive Get Ready for Apple Days Preview aboard Paradise Charter Cruises ahead of this year’s festival.
Ambassador Meeting
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
An Ambassador is the official representative of the Chamber of Commerce. Ambassadors serve as the public face of the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce. As volunteers and representatives of their respective chamber member ...
Community Climate Leaders Program
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership’s Community Climate Leaders program to take action, prepare your community and connect with motivated peers committed to resilience and thriving futures together.
Business After Hours hosted by Excelsior Realty & Chad Babcock - State Farm
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Business After Hours is a monthly networking event for Chamber Members, hosted at different chamber member organizations each month. These are held on the third Tuesday of every other month from 4-6 p.m. This is a great way to showcase your business, ...
Apple Days 2026
Excelsior Apple Days takes place September 18–20, 2026, in downtown Excelsior and includes artist booths, food vendors, live music, family activities, and more.
Excelsior Apple Days VIP Experience
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Upgrade your Apple Days experience with VIP access! Enjoy exclusive perks, reserved VIP amenities, and a premium experience during one of Excelsior’s most beloved community festivals. VIP tickets are available for Friday evening, Saturday, or as a ...
2026 Apple Pie Baking Contest presented by Lake Minnetonka Magazine
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Calling all bakers!! Register to compete in Apple Days Apple Pie Baking Contest! You can register an apple pie or bakers choice (apple dessert) as a youth - 15 or under, or adult. Please be sure to list all ingredients for judges and participants ...
LEGO® Free Build Saturday
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Calling all brick enthusiasts! Get ready to stack up the fun and break the mold at our LEGO® Free Build Saturday. Show off your creativity in this fun new community event. Bring the whole family and meet new friends who love LEGO® as much as you ...
2026 Apple Days Pie Eating Contest
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Adults and children, participate in the 2025 Apple Days Pie Eating Contest! Adult category registration limited to the first 5 applications Child category registration limited to the first 12 applications There will be one 1st place adult prize and ...
THE DROP x SALT: Forrest Frank Family Dance Expereience
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
This Forrest Frank Family Dance Experience is designed for parents and kids of all ages. Whether you have a seasoned dancer or little ones who just love to move, this event is all about making memories, and celebrating the joy of dancing in a ...
Non-Profit Roundtable
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
We're excited to announce our new Business Roundtables — a collaborative space designed for local professionals and business owners to connect, share insights, and strengthen our community. Each session focuses on a timely topic or challenge, giving ...
Mix & Mingle
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join us for a casual networking event designed to connect business professionals and community members who care about making a difference. Enjoy a drink on us while you network, mingle, and learn more about the mission behind Reach for Resources. No ...
Monthly Member Meeting
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Join us for the Monthly Member Meeting to network with fellow chamber members and learn about upcoming events and opportunities with the Chamber. Enjoy a morning of networking with current and prospective members and hear updates from the City ...
Dodgeball Tournament Grades 4-8
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join us for our community dodgeball tournament that’s all about having a good time! This event is designed to be lighthearted and fun—not overly competitive. All referees are local high school students who are here to help keep games moving smoothly, ...
Spooky Sprint 2026
2:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for the Spooky Sprint run, a spooktacular Halloween 5K and 1-mile race along the picturesque shores and charming neighborhoods of Lake Minnetonka.
Membership 101
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Membership 101 focuses on how to maximize your membership with the Chamber of Commerce.
Business After Hours hosted by Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Business After Hours is a monthly networking event for Chamber Members, hosted at different chamber member organizations each month. These are held on the third Tuesday of every other month from 4-6 p.m. This is a great way to showcase your business, ...
Sponsor Appreciation Reception 2026
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for an evening of gratitude as we celebrate the incredible sponsors who made 2026 possible!
Coffee & Commerce hosted by Excelsior Eye Care
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Coffee & Commerce is a monthly networking event for Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce Members. Coffee & Commerce is held at Dunn Brothers in Excelsior, in conjunction with a host member. Coffee & Commerce is from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. and is a ...
New Member Breakfast
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us for our New Member Breakfast, a structured event designed to help new members connect, learn, and feel at home in the Chamber community. Enjoy a light breakfast and coffee as you build relationships, ask questions, and start your Chamber ...
Witches Night Out 2026
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
An evening of magic, local shops, and spirited surprises - your most enchanting night awaits.
Rake - a - thon
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
We hope to see you at the 40th annual Rake-A-Thon on Saturday, October 24. Pull together a team of family, friends, colleagues and neighbors to rake the yards of senior homeowners who need help with their leaves! Connect with the community and have fun!
Trick or Treat the Street 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us for a day filled with trick o' treating, a scavenger hunt, and more!
Personal & Professional Services Roundtable
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
We're excited to announce our new Business Roundtables — a collaborative space designed for local professionals and business owners to connect, share insights, and strengthen our community. Each session focuses on a timely topic or challenge, giving ...
Monthly Member Meeting
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Join us for the Monthly Member Meeting to network with fellow chamber members and learn about upcoming events and opportunities with the Chamber. Enjoy a morning of networking with current and prospective members and hear updates from the City ...
Quarterly Volunteer Social
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Join us for our very first Quarterly Volunteer & Chamber Ambassador Social! This casual morning meetup is a great way to connect with fellow volunteers, ambassadors, and Chamber staff while celebrating all the incredible work that goes into our events ...
Hope Chest 25th Anniversary Celebration
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
25th Anniversary Celebration “A Day of Inspiration & Celebration” Join the Hope Chest for Breast Cancer Foundation on November 5, for its 25-year jubilee celebration featuring a spectacular multi-course, chef-curated seated dinner while raising funds ...
Family BINGO Night
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us for the game that everyone loves, BINGO! It will be an evening filled with smiles and cheers as you connect with each other. Have a snack and win prizes - who will be the first to get 5 in a row?
Membership 101
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Membership 101 focuses on how to maximize your membership with the Chamber of Commerce.
An Evening with Jodi Livon: Opening the Channel
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
What if inspiration wasn’t something you had to chase, but something you could tune into? Experience an evening awakening intuition, creativity and connection, with gallery-style readings offered throughout the night.
Membership Drive & Member Appreciation Open House
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Community is what fuels us, and we’re inviting you to share that spark! Join the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber for our Membership Drive & Open House, a celebration of our incredible members, everything we’ve accomplished together in 2025, and the oppor
Family Puzzle Competition
5:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Calling all jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts! Compete with other teams to put together a 500-piece puzzle! The fee includes the puzzle (yours to keep), pizza and prizes!
Art on the Lake Applications 2027
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
VIEW OUR EVENT PAGE for a full schedule of events, FAQs, and more! Questions on how to register? Watch this video: https://youtu.be/ezpUoVrXLWo Artist Information HERE What: Experience the enchanting world of ...
Christmas in Excelsior
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Get ready to step straight into a real‑life classic Christmas movie! The Excelsior Lions Club, together with presenting sponsor Chad Babcock – State Farm, proudly invites you to the 2nd annual Christmas in Excelsior—a dazzling, free‑to‑attend holiday ...
Monthly Member Meeting
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Join us for the Monthly Member Meeting to network with fellow chamber members and learn about upcoming events and opportunities with the Chamber. Enjoy a morning of networking with current and prospective members and hear updates from the City ...
Celebrating the Season 2026
12:00 AM
VISIT OUR EVENTS PAGE for a full schedule of events, FAQs and more! What: Celebrating the Season is a month-long series of events kicking off with Small Business Saturday the Saturday after Thanksgiving, followed by ...
Highmark Holiday Headquarters 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join us at Highmark Holiday Headquarters from 12-4 PM on Saturday, December 12th!
Annual Dinner 2027
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for an exciting and inspiring evening at the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner!
Spring Soiree 2027
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Local leaders, stunning fashion from Chamber businesses, and the community spirit that makes our neighborhood shine.
Art on the Lake 2027
Excelsior Art on the Lake brings 130+ artists, live music, and regional food vendors together for a vibrant, free two-day celebration in the heart of historic Excelsior.
Excelsior Firecracker Run 2027
View our events page for sponsors, FAQs, a full schedule of events and more! What: Celebrate the 4th of July with a dash of excitement at the Excelsior Firecracker Run! Choose your perfect distance with options to run a scenic 10k, a ...