City of Morris

Holiday Stroll
2022-12-03 04:30 - 09:30 (America/Chicago)
We are kicking off the shop local season with a Holiday Stroll. Shop local for your chance to win in-store prizes and punch your Holiday Stroll card for a chance to win $250 in Chamber Cash!
10:30 am-3:30 pm | Shop for your chance to win!
11:30 am-1:30 pm | Santa visits and pictures at Old #1 Southside. Fire Truck rides will also be available.
2 pm | Watch Rise of the Guardians for free at the Morris Theatre

Lights on the Prairie | Dec. 9 & 10 | 5-9 pm
2022-12-08 - 2022-12-10 | Stevens County Fairgrounds, 177 County Road 22, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Get in the holiday spirit during our drive-through holiday lights display at the Stevens County Fairgrounds in Morris MN.

The display will be open from 5 pm – 9 pm on the following nights!
November 25 & 26
December 2 & 3
December 9 & 10
December 16 & 17

It is a free event for the public with a free-will donation that will be distributed to the Stevens County Food Shelf, Morris Park Enhancements and Morris Hockey Association through the Morris Lions.

Santa will be joining us at 5:00 pm each night to say Hi to the kids and get their wish list!

We are so thankful that the Morris Hockey Association is offering open skate at the Lee Community Center!
Drive through Lights on the Prairie then lace up your skates and grab a hot chocolate at the Lee Community Center from 6-8 pm every Saturday night!

Lights on the Prairie | Dec. 16 & 17 | 5-9 pm
2022-12-15 - 2022-12-17 | Stevens County Fairgrounds, 177 County Road 22, Morris, MN, 56267, United States

Fargo-Moorhead Ballet
2023-01-28 12:00 - 14:00 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th Street, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
FREE and open to the public!
Enjoy an evening of original choreography, Minnesota history, and magic as the UMN Morris Performing Arts Series welcomes the Fargo-Moorhead Ballet to the Edson Auditorium. Its Morris performance will include three dances: Spirit Rising, Sargoso Sea, and Toy Shop Fantasy.
About the FM Ballet
The Fargo-Moorhead Ballet is a regional professional dance performance company recognized and respected nationally for its original choreography, employment of quality artists, and the continuing creative development of the company’s educational and outreach programming. FM Ballet presents a multidisciplinary repertoire from ballet, jazz, moderns, and tap, under the artistic direction of Matt Gasper. The FM Ballet is celebrating its 19th season in 2023.

International Fashion Show
2023-02-09 13:00 - 16:00 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th Street, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Take a trip through a variety of cultures during the University of Minnesota Morris International Fashions show! See students modeling traditional clothes from their respective cultures and countries.

Shower Love Shop Local
2023-03-22 - 2023-03-25 | Atlantic Ave. Morris, MN, Atlantic Ave, Morris, MN, United States
The Morris Area Chamber is once again hosting its Shower Love, Shop Local event. Shop and you could win great prizes from local businesses or Chamber Cash!
Pick up your passport at one of the participating businesses and start shopping. Once you get 5 punches, drop your passport off at any of those businesses to be entered in a drawing for prize baskets AND Chamber Cash!

38th Annual CNIA Pow Wow
2023-04-01 06:00 - 16:00 | Cougar Sports Center, 6oo E 4th St, Morris, MN, United States
The University of Minnesota Morris Circle of Indigenous Nations hosts the 38th Annual Contest Powwow. Grand Entry is at 1 and 7 pm. This event is open to the public. Come and cheer on the dancers!

Jazz Fest
2023-04-14 14:00 - 16:30 | Edson Auditorium, 600 East 4th Street, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Spend an evening immersed in Jazz performed by a variety of amazing artists. Enhanced tickets include the concert and access to the afternoon masterclass.
Purchase tickets here.
*From the University of Minnesota Website:
Justin Ray
As a professional touring musician and educator, Justin Ray recently retired from Michael Bublé’s orchestra where he spent almost two decades as trumpet soloist, vocalist, and arranger. He has toured 45 countries, appeared on Grammy-winning recordings, and has performed at the Sydney Opera House, Radio City Music Hall, and the Hollywood Bowl along with multiple performances on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show (with both Jay Leno and Jimmy Fallon), the Oprah Winfrey Show, and Saturday Night Live.

Rick Simerly
Rick Simerly has been described by David Baker as “…one of the most exciting and consistently creative trombonists in jazz today.” Jamey Aebersold depicts him as “…an astounding player with fantastic range and a keen sense of developing a solo. His playing takes you on musical journeys and each one is different and exciting.” The Online Trombone Journal states “Rick Simerly is in the upper ranks of contemporary trombonists”, while the Jazz Review declares “…when jazz fans think about great trombone players, only a few names come to mind, J.J. Johnson, Steve Turre, or maybe Bill Watrous. Soon jazz fans will be praising the slide horn of Rick Simerly.” The International Trombone Association Journal wrote “Rick leaves no doubt about his mastery…Rick is “scary”!

Bill Bares
Dr. William Bares holds a MM in jazz piano performance from the University of Miami and a PhD in ethnomusicology from Harvard University under the supervision of the Quincy Jones Professor of African American Music. ?He has taught at Harvard, Brown, NEC, Suffolk University and Berklee College of Music before becoming co-director of Jazz Studies at UNC Asheville, where he conducts research, directs several ensembles and teaches courses on jazz history, harmony and improvisation, and African American music, as well as in the humanities. ?His book, Jazz and the European Dream: A Transatlantic Eternal Triangle, is forthcoming on Routledge Press.

Zack Page
One of the southeast United States top call double bassists, Zack Page’s music career has taken him to all 50 U.S. States, the Caribbean islands, Australia, South America, Europe and the Far East. Following time spent in Los Angeles and New York City, Zack and his family relocated to Asheville, NC where he enjoys
a busy performing and recording schedule with many of North Carolina’s finest musicians. Current projects include The Page Brothers Band, Eleanor Underhill and Friends and The Core.
Michael W. Davis
Michael W. Davis is a drummer, educator and recording artist based in Brooklyn who has worked with such artists as Wayne Krantz, Joshua Redman, Jason Moran, Tim Lefebvre, James Genus, Sara Caswell, Cyrus Chestnut, Bob Sheppard, Gregory Tardy, Gregg Belisle-Chi, Bob Lanzetti and many others. He is also a founding member of soul-rock band Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast, with whom he records and tours internationally. He has earned degrees from Manhattan School of Music and City College of New York, and is currently an adjunct professor at City College of New York.

Tinman Triathlon
2023-05-06 04:00 - 10:00 | Regional Fitness Center, Morris, MN, 626 E 2nd St, Morris, 56267, United States
Get registered for The Tinman Triathlon!
The Regional Fitness Center on the University of Minnesota Morris campus holds this event annually, brining together people in our community and across the region.
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Two courses to choose from!
​SPRINT COURSE:
Swim – 450 Yards, Bike – 12 Miles, Run – 5 Kilometers
OLYMPIC COURSE:
Swim – 1 Kilometer, Bike – 19 Miles, Run – 10 Kilometers
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Complete the Tinman in a group or individually! Please note – you or your team must complete either course in 3 hours or less.
Learn more or register here today.

Fishing Opener
2023-05-12 - 2023-05-13
It’s time to kick off the fishing season in Minnesota!
For more information about regulations, licenses and more visit the MN DNR website.

1st Annual Auto Expo | Demolition Derby & Enduro Cars
2023-06-04 03:00 - 12:00 | Lee Community Center, 101 Co Rd 22, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Car Lovers Unite: The Auto Expo is the Place to Be
Are you ready for a day of cars, food, and fun?
Check out the Auto Expo featuring Demolition Derby and Enduro cars in Morris, Minnesota! This event is designed to bring awareness and interest to the sport, and there is something for everyone to enjoy.
In the Thick of the Action
First and foremost, you’ll get to see some incredible cars and trucks up close and personal. Local drivers, as well as drivers from around the state, will be in attendance to answer questions and show off their builds. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the sport and get a behind-the-scenes look at the cars that make it all happen.
Fuel Your Need for Speed and Your Appetite
But it’s not just about the cars – there will be plenty of other things to do at the Auto Expo as well. Food vendors will be on-site, so you can grab a bite to eat while you check out the cars. And if you’re in the market for car parts, you’re in luck – there will be parts vendors and a parts swap as well.
And the best part? Admission is only $5 for adults, and 17 and under get in for free! So bring your friends and family and make a day of it. You won’t want to miss this exciting event.
If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact Dylan Sanvig at (320) 287-3050. We can’t wait to see you there!

Photo credit: Chaos Motorsports

History & Hops
2023-06-08 13:30 | Old No. 1 Bar & Grill, 412 Atlantic Ave, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Take a Tour Through Morris’ Hops History
SCHS Collections Manager, Bill Eckersen, will chart a course from the wild west saloons to today’s full-service bar establishments in Stevens County. Along the way, what gave rise to the temperance movement, prohibition’s influence, and a big-time gangster connection to downtown Morris.

Enjoy supper while you listen!
Burger or Chicken
Toppings
Salad
Beans
Chips
Lemonade

$15 Pre-sale (at museum, call with credit, mail check)
$20 At the door

Featuring: Local brewery beers on tap!
BAR BEVERAGES ON YOUR OWN (not included in ticket cost)
This event is sponsored by Corporate Member
STEVENS COUNTY TIMES

MAD DOG Challenge | Chaos Motorsports
2023-06-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Stevens County Fairgrounds, 177 County Road 22, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Get your engines revved up and your helmets on!
The Chaos Motorsports Demo Derby and Enduro Race is coming to Morris, MN on June 10th, 2023 at the Stevens County Fairgrounds!
With five total classes, this event is sure to be a high-octane afternoon of fun for car enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies alike.

Awesome prizes
The Chain Compact class is maxed out at 20 cars and will run a “mad dog points system” while all other classes will stick to the regular derby format. The prizes for each class are nothing to sneeze at, with the Chain Compact first-place winner taking home $2,000, and the Chain Fullsize first-place winner winning a whopping $3,000!
Classes for every car lover
But it’s not just about the money – it’s about the thrill of the competition. With Outlaw Mini Trucks/Vans, Outlaw Compacts, and Bonestock Trucks, there’s a class for every type of car lover. And if you’re feeling particularly brave, the Chain Compact and Fullsize classes are calling your name.
Registration requirements
Registration is required for Chain Compact, with a $100 entry fee (pre-registration only), while the Fullsize Chain and three other classes have a $60 entry fee. And if you’re just there to watch the action, pit passes are only $20, while grandstand pricing is $15 for adults, $10 for 12- to 17-year olds, and free for kids 11 and under.
Get ready for an afternoon of excitement!
So get ready for an afternoon of roaring engines, crunching metal, and heart-pumping excitement at the Chaos Motorsports Demo Derby and Enduro Race!

Conexiones Day
2023-06-24 11:30 - 17:00 | Lee Community Center, 101 Co Rd 22, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Conexiones Day | A Celebration of Our Rich Immigrant Heritage
Conexiones Day is a special event that brings our community together to celebrate the diverse and rich immigrant heritage that makes our town so vibrant. This year’s event promises to be a fun-filled day with activities, entertainment, and food that cater to all ages and interests.
Some of the highlights of Conexiones Day include a variety of family-friendly activities, including Bazooka Ball and a taco-eating contest. We will also have artistic presentations and entertainment from some great local talent, including a community band, a Mexican folklore dance group, and an Aztec dance group. To keep the energy high and the vibes upbeat, a DJ will be playing a variety of Spanish and English music.
Conexiones Day is not only a celebration of our immigrant heritage but also a fantastic opportunity for families to spend quality time together, enjoy delicious food, and learn more about the diverse cultures that make up our community. With something for everyone, this family-friendly event is a must-attend for all ages.
So mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with fun, food, and festivities as we come together to celebrate the rich immigrant heritage that makes our community so unique and vibrant. See you there!

Crazy Days & Chamber Food Court
2023-07-26 02:00 - 09:00 | East 6th Street Morris, MN, East 6th St, Morris, MN, United States
Get Ready for Morris Crazy Days!
The Morris Area Chamber is excited to host the 2023 Morris Crazy Days event on Wednesday, July 26th.
Stores will be opening at 7 am and Grab Bags are making a comeback! The first clue in our medallion hunt will be out at 7 am at participating businesses and on our Facebook page.
Kid’s Activities and Games
The Morris Public Library lawn will be filled with kids’ activities and games from 10 am-1 pm. Generously sponsored by participating businesses, these activities are free to all children ages 12 and under. A movie will be shown at 2 pm!
Food Court
The Food Court will be on Oregon Ave on the side of the library from 11 am-2 pm. There will be yummy food vendors to enjoy!
We hope you’ll join us for this fun-filled day of shopping deals, games and activities throughout town!

Horticulture Night
2023-07-27 11:00 - 15:00 | West Central Research and Outreach Center, 46352 State Hwy 329, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Get Your Green Thumb On at Horticulture Night – A Night of Hands-On Gardening Fun!
Horticulture Night is a combination of hands-on gardening demonstrations and presentations.
The event will be held on Thursday, July 27th from 4 pm – 8 pm at the Horticulture Display Garden at the WCROC. The evening will feature:
Presentations & Walking Tours

Low Input Lawn Care
Woody Ornamentals
Tropical Treasures
Home Garden Diseases
Making Paper from Plant Fibers
Creating a Pollinator Habitat (tour)
In the Garden with Hostas (tour)

There also will be vendor booths, live music, a cow milking demonstration and WROC farm tours.

Stevens County Fair
2023-08-07 - 2023-08-13
This year we’re celebrating 150 years of the Stevens County Fair!

Metal Arts Festival
2023-09-09 06:00 - 11:00 | East Side Park, East 7th Stree, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
The Metal Arts Festival in Morris
A free event showcasing metal arts created by local people!

Metal sculpture contest with cash prizes
Live metalworks auction
Silent art auction
Sculptures
Metalware
Garden and yard artworks
Live music, food and refreshments
Local wine & beer tasting

Join us for a day of fun and great local art!

5K for Kinship & Magical Mile Walk
2023-09-23 02:00 - 12:00 | Green River Park, Elm Street, Morris, MN, United States
Join the 5k for Kinship and Make a Difference in Young Lives!
Get ready for an exciting and fulfilling event that combines fitness, fun and supporting a great cause. Sign up for the 5k for Kinship and Magical Mentoring Mile, happening as part of the Prairie Harvest Fest in Morris, MN. This event, organized by RUSC Kinship, is not just about running; it’s about making a positive impact on the lives of local youth through mentoring relationships.
The 5k for Kinship and Magical Mentoring Mile welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, there’s a race option for you. For those ready to take on the 5k challenge, lace up your sneakers and get ready to jog through the scenic Green River Park. If a shorter distance is more your speed, opt for the Magical Mentoring Mile.
Supporting Our Communities’ Youth
One of the highlights of this event is that it supports the important mission of RUSC Kinship. This organization is dedicated to empowering young people through meaningful mentoring relationships. By participating in the 5k for Kinship, you’ll be contributing to their efforts in making a positive difference in the lives of local children.
How to Register for the 5K for Kinship
Online pre-registration prior to Friday, September 8 guarantees a race souvenir, so be sure to sign up early to secure yours! Additionally, all participants aged 5 and under will receive their own special bag, ensuring that even the little ones can feel involved in the event.
Registration will open at 7:00 am on the day of the event, and runners can grab a hard copy of the registration form and waiver if needed. The 5k race will kick off at 8:00 am, followed by the Magical Mentoring Mile around 8:15 am. It’s important to note that the races will not be officially timed, so this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere and focus on supporting a worthy cause.
The cost to participate in either race is $25, with children aged 5 and under joining in for free. Your registration fee will go directly towards furthering the mission of RUSC Kinship and providing valuable mentoring relationships to local youth.
Learn more about the event here!

Prairie Harvest Fest
2023-09-23 05:00 - 2023-09-25 14:00 | Stevens County Fairgrounds, 177 County Road 22, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Get ready for four days of fall fun at the Prairie Harvest Fest!
The Prairie Harvest Fest in Morris, Minnesota is a great way to celebrate the changing seasons with the whole family.

The event is full of a variety of free activities, including:

an outdoor movie
car show
parade
fireworks
live music
food & craft vendors
shopping
pancake feed

Stay tuned for more updates and visit the Prairie Harvest Fest Facebook page for more!

7th Annual Car & Bike Show
2023-09-23 08:00 - 13:00 | Stevens County Fairground
7th Annual Car and Bike Show at the Stevens County Fairgrounds!
We do People’s Choice Awards and participants receive a free dash plaque

11 am | Registration
1-4 pm | Show and Shine
4:30 pm | Parade
5-6 pm | Tour of Wally Kill’s Gas Station (a MUST SEE!)

Pre-register online here: https://forms.gle/CuXn3pyQrAw8TMqB8

A Prairie Harvest Fest Event- a free, fun event for the whole family!
Enjoy Morris for the whole weekend with food, games, live entertainment, a grand parade, car show, retail crawl, and more!
The following hotels will be offering a discounted room rate for the weekend:

Grandstay Hotel & Suites – 320-585-400
Super 8 Motel – 320-589-8888
Morris Motel – 320-589-1212
Hudson Inn – 320.589.3030

Last year we had over 120 cars and bikes join us and we’d love to see you in 2023!

Kids Lego Club | 3:30-5 pm
2023-10-05 10:30 - 12:30, 2023-10-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Let’s Build Together!
Young builders can come together and create with colorful Lego bricks. Lego Club offers a supportive and fun environment for kids to free play.
A light snack will also be provided.d
Let’s build together at the Morris Library!

FREE Movie | The Shining | 11:59 pm
2023-10-06 18:59 - 21:40 | Morris Theatre, 12 E 6th St, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Enjoy Spooky Saturdays with Free movies at the Morris Theatre!

US Fish & Wildlife Seed Harvest | 9 am-3:30 pm
2023-10-07 04:00 - 10:30 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th Street, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Get Ready for the Seed Harvest in Morris, MN!
Help the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service collect seeds!

Training and lunch will be provided.
All volunteers need to wear long pants and close-toed shoes.
Please meet at the Welcome Center at 9 am.
You will be transported to the seed harvest location from there and returned to the Welcome Center by 3:30 p.m.

FREE Movies | 4 pm
2023-10-07 09:00 - 21:30 | Morris Theatre, 12 E 6th St, Morris, MN, 56267, United States

Faculty Recital: Ann DuHamel | 7:30 pm
2023-10-07 14:30 - 16:00 | University of Minnesota-Humanties Fine Arts Building, 600 East 4th Street, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Attend the Faculty Recital: Ann DuHamel “Prayers for a Feverish Planet”!
Join us for an incredible night of music and environmental awareness at the Faculty Recital: Ann DuHamel “Prayers for a Feverish Planet” event!
This new music series about climate change showcases the exquisite piano work of Ann DuHamel as she performs pieces inspired by and related to our planet’s current state. This recital offers a unique blend of art and activism while encouraging community members to approach climate change in a meaningful and impactful way. Mark your calendars for this fantastic event that’s sure to move your heart and inspire change!

Faculty Recital: Ann DuHamel | 2 pm
2023-10-08 09:00 - 10:30 | University of Minnesota-Humanties Fine Arts Building, 600 East 4th Street, Morris, MN, 56267, United States

FREE Movie Monday | Night of the Living Dead | 6 pm
2023-10-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Watch Night of the Living Dead at the Morris Public Libary!
Join us for this 1968 American independent horror film directed, photographed, and edited by George A. Romero at the library!

Library Meeting Room
Light refreshments will be provided by friends of the Morris Public Library

This project was funded in part or in whole with monies from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage fund. This program is sponsored by the Morris Public Library and Viking Library System.

UMN Farmer's Market | 2-6 pm
2023-10-12 09:00 - 13:00 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th Street, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Buy fresh, buy local at the University of Minnesota-Morris’ Farmer’s Market.
Explore goods from local growers, producers and artisans at the UMN Morris Campus Mall!
