2012 Raspberry Festival: Music and Arts

Some of the best parts of Hopkins’ Raspberry Festival are the talented artists and musicians that offer free and low-cost concerts, exhibitions, and events. 

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Saturday, July 7

Hopkins Arts Festival

The fourth-annual art festival includes a juried art fair, music, food and more. Be sure to stop by the Patch booth to take part in Patch’s coloring contest for a chance to win Stages Theatre tickets.

• When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Where: Mainstreet
• More information: http://hopkinsartsfestival.com

Sunday, July 8

Hopkins Arts Festival

The fourth-annual art festival includes a juried art fair, music, food and more. Be sure to stop by the Patch booth to take part in Patch’s coloring contest for a chance to win Stages Theatre tickets.

• When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Where: Mainstreet
• More information: http://hopkinsartsfestival.com

Thursday, July 12

Enjoy two concerts in Hopkins’ downtown as part of the free summer concert series

• When:
  • Noon to 1 p.m.: Somewhat Dixieland Band
  • 7 p.m.: Hopkins Westwind Concert Band
  • Where:

Friday, July 13

Listen to modern alternative rock band Uncle Chunk.

• When: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
• Where: Ninth Avenue and Mainstreet

Saturday, July 14

Market Place Arts and Crafts Fair

Artists with crafts, clothing, art, woodwork and vendors with merchandise, food and beverages all available for purchase.

• When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Where: Mainstreet between Seventh Avenue and 12^th Avenue.

Community Band Performances

Free performances to delight the community.

• When:
  • 11 a.m.: Calhoun Isles Community Band
  • Noon: Plymouth Community Band
  • 1 p.m.: St. Louis Park Community Band
  • 2 p.m.: Eden Prairie Community Band
  • 3 p.m.: Hopkins Westwind Concert Band
  • Where: Downtown Park Bandshell

Listen to country bands Rocket Club and The Devon Worley Band. The cover charge will be $5 for the Saturday dance.

• When: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
• Where: Ninth Avenue and Mainstreet

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