Waconia is the place to be.
Broomball on Wake Waconia
Carver County Fair
Join us at the Carver County Fairgrounds for our 101st Annual Carver County Fair!
Entertainment
Visit one of our beautiful parks.
Ice Fishing
Lake Waconia becomes a city unto itself in the winter with thousands of ice-fishing houses forming a community of anglers enjoying a Minnesota winter.
Golf
Waconia boasts a multitude of recreational activities!
Lake Waconia
Located on the northern edge of of Waconia, Lake Waconia is the second largest lake in the Twin Cities area.
Nickle Dickle Day Annual Car Show
Join us September 14, 2013 for our 52nd Annual Nickle Dickle Day!
Nickle Dickle Day
Join us September 14, 2013 for our 52nd Annual Nickle Dickle Day!
Windsurfing
In the summer Lake Waconia hosts a multitude of recreational activities; sailing, windsurfing, boating, fishing, water skiing and swimming, just to name a few.
Dakota Rail Regional Trail
The Dakota Rail Regional Trail goes right past the shores of Lake Waconia. Come enjoy the beauty!
Visit Waconia
Waconia is a growing, prosperous community located in Carver County just 30 minutes from the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. With a population of over 10,000, the city combines small town charm with uptown pizzazz.
Waconia is a growing, prosperous community located in Carver County just 30 minutes from the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. With a population of over 10,000, the city combines small town charm with uptown pizzazz.
Lake Waconia
Located right on the northern edge of the City of Waconia is beautiful Lake Waconia. As the largest lake in Carver County and the second largest in the Twin Cities seven county metropolitan area, Lake Waconia boast many year round activities.
In the summer Lake Waconia hosts a multitude of recreational activities; sailing, boating, fishing, water skiing and swimming, just to name a few. In the spring and fall, the wide-open waters and seasonal winds call wind surfers, sailboarders and sailors from miles around. The maple-basswood trees surrounding Lake Waconia create a fall landscape second to none. Lake Waconia becomes a city unto itself in the winter with thousands of ice-fishing houses forming a community of anglers enjoying a Minnesota winter.
Click here for marina information
Trails and Parks
A multitude of trails and parks including a regional park, a local community center, and access to quality healthcare make Waconia a wonderful place for healthy living.
Located right on the northern edge of the City of Waconia is beautiful Lake Waconia. As the largest lake in Carver County and the second largest in the Twin Cities seven county metropolitan area, Lake Waconia boast many year round activities.
In the summer Lake Waconia hosts a multitude of recreational activities; sailing, boating, fishing, water skiing and swimming, just to name a few. In the spring and fall, the wide-open waters and seasonal winds call wind surfers, sailboarders and sailors from miles around. The maple-basswood trees surrounding Lake Waconia create a fall landscape second to none. Lake Waconia becomes a city unto itself in the winter with thousands of ice-fishing houses forming a community of anglers enjoying a Minnesota winter.
Click here for marina information
Trails and Parks
A multitude of trails and parks including a regional park, a local community center, and access to quality healthcare make Waconia a wonderful place for healthy living.
More info: City Trails and County Parks
Safari Island Community Center
Expect heart-pounding excitement and thrill-packed discoveries on your expedition through Safari Island. It's centerpiece is a large aquatic center with an eight lane Olympic size pool and a leisure pool with a two story water slide, water play fountains and zero-depth water entry. The facility also includes a children's play structure, four-court gymnasium, fitness center, and elevated running track.
For more information, call the hotline at 952-442-0695 or checkout the website at: safariisland.net
Nearby Attractions
Waconia is located right in the center of Carver County and is one of the most beautiful natural rural areas in Minnesota. Enjoy the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chanhassen, Lowry Nature Center and the Carver Park Reserve near Victoria and Baylor Park Reserve in Young America. Popular activities include bird watching, hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. Follow the links below for additional recreational opportunities. Enjoy your visit!
Hennepin Parks
Old Log Theater
Chanhassen Dinner Theater
Valleyfair
Canterbury Park
Mall of America
Expect heart-pounding excitement and thrill-packed discoveries on your expedition through Safari Island. It's centerpiece is a large aquatic center with an eight lane Olympic size pool and a leisure pool with a two story water slide, water play fountains and zero-depth water entry. The facility also includes a children's play structure, four-court gymnasium, fitness center, and elevated running track.
For more information, call the hotline at 952-442-0695 or checkout the website at: safariisland.net
Nearby Attractions
Waconia is located right in the center of Carver County and is one of the most beautiful natural rural areas in Minnesota. Enjoy the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chanhassen, Lowry Nature Center and the Carver Park Reserve near Victoria and Baylor Park Reserve in Young America. Popular activities include bird watching, hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. Follow the links below for additional recreational opportunities. Enjoy your visit!
Hennepin Parks
Old Log Theater
Chanhassen Dinner Theater
Valleyfair
Canterbury Park
Mall of America
Visit Waconia
- Numerous stores
- Ice Arena
- Swimming Beach
- Golf course
- Bowling Alley
- Sledding Hill
- Family or fine dining
- Movie theater
- Museum/Historical Society
- Fitness center
- Places of worship
- Parley Lake Winery
- Sovereign Estate Winery and Vineyard
- At the Farm (video below)
- Carlsons Llovable Llamas
- And so much more...
Nickle Dickle Day
September 14, 2013
Come and enjoy our annual community celebration held each September. Events include an Arts and Crafts Fair in City Square Park, music on the streets and in City Square, headquarters for the day's events. You won't want to miss our Annual Classic Car and Truck Show or our three-on-three basketball tournament.
Carver County Fair
August 7 - 11, 2013
Waconia hosts one of Minnesota's top county fairs, drawing about 80,000 people each year. The Carver County Fair boasts large livestock and open class exhibits; along with 4-H, FFA and educational displays.Grandstand events include tractor and truck pulls and a demolition derby. For more information, call the fair office 952-442-2333 or visit www.carvercountyfair.com