Morris, Minnesota Summer Event

Pork Chops, Root Beer Floats and One Very Epic Water Battle

The RUSC Kinship Garden Gala brings together good food, family fun and a whole lot of community spirit at Pomme de Terre Park.

Some summer events are easy to describe. Good food. Good people. A beautiful evening in the park.

The RUSC Kinship Garden Gala brings together good food, family fun and a whole lot of community spirit at Pomme de Terre Park.

Now that's a summer tradition.

RUSC Kinship Garden Gala

Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Time: 5-7:30 p.m.

Location: Pomme de Terre Park, Morris, Minnesota

Expect a free-will donation pork chop meal, root beer floats, face painting, free children's activities, Water Wars and a raffle drawing. It's a relaxed, family-friendly night that supports local youth mentoring programs through RUSC Kinship.

More Than a Summer Event

Behind the pork chops and raffle tickets is an organization making a real difference in Stevens County.

RUSC Kinship connects local youth with positive adult mentors, creating friendships that build confidence, support and brighter futures. As a nonprofit organization, RUSC Kinship relies on community support, donations, grants and fundraisers like the Garden Gala to keep those programs growing. The best part? Supporting the cause is incredibly easy. Just show up, have fun and enjoy the evening.

What to Expect

Come Hungry

The Stevens County Pork Producers will serve a pork chop meal for a free-will donation fundraiser. Simple, delicious and very Minnesota summer.

Save Room for Dessert

BMO will be scooping up root beer floats throughout the evening. Cold, creamy, fizzy and basically summer in a cup.

Bring the Kids

Face painting, free children's activities and plenty of room to run around make this a great night for families.

Featured Activity

Water Wars Returns

Let's be honest. This might be the main event.

Back by popular demand, Water Wars kicks off at 6:15 p.m. and pits kids against local law enforcement officers in an all-out splash battle. It's part friendly competition, part community-building and entirely entertaining to watch. Whether you're participating or spectating, expect plenty of laughs and a few soaked participants.

Why People Keep Coming Back

Events like the Garden Gala are a reminder of what makes small-town summers special.

It's neighbors catching up over dinner. It's kids running around with painted faces. It's grandparents cheering during Water Wars. It's a root beer float enjoyed on a lawn chair while the sun starts to dip lower in the sky.

Some people come for the pork chops. Some come for the raffle. Some come because they know the impact RUSC Kinship has on local youth. Most come for all three.

What to Know

• Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
• Time: 5-7:30 p.m.
• Location: Pomme de Terre Park in Morris
• Meal: Free-will donation pork chop meal
• Activities: Root beer floats, face painting, free children's activities and Water Wars
• Water Wars: 6:15 p.m.
• Raffle: Drawing at 7 p.m. Must be present to win.

Make It a Morris Summer Evening

Coming from out of town? Turn your visit into a full summer outing. Explore downtown Morris, browse local shops, grab a coffee or enjoy the area's parks and trails before heading to Pomme de Terre Park for the evening festivities.

So bring your lawn chair. Bring your appetite. Bring the kids. And maybe bring a towel for Water Wars.