
There's no better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than by checking out the 7th Annual Bridgewater Bank Luck o' the Lake 5K Fun Run and 1-Mile Run. Hosted by the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by local businesses and the support of the community, this well-attended yearly run benefits Excelsior year-round.
The first of the 2019 Lake Minnetonka Running Series, the exciting run begins on the gorgeous streets of downtown Excelsior, travels through the streets of Greenwood, and allows runners and walkers to enjoy a scenic route along the shores of stunning Lake Minnetonka. After the race, celebrate at a St. Paddy's Day party in Excelsior that offers tons of fun for the whole family.

Get your skis tuned, your snowshoes prepared, and fat tires ready for your bike, because it's almost time once again for one of Excelsior's favorite outdoor events. Big Island and Back! is a series of races around Lake Minnetonka, where residents can have a great time and raise money for good, local causes.
Whether you're still searching for Excelsior homes for sale or you're a resident looking to have some fun while supporting positive causes, the Big Island and Back! event is open to all. What could be better than some outdoor winter fun close to home? We have all the details on this year's event, in our guide to Big Island and Back! for 2019.

If there's one thing we know how to do well in the Lake Minnetonka area, it's winter. Some people might dread the arrival of cold weather, but around here we know it's time to have fun. When the snow flies in Minnesota, here's how to get ready for some winter adventures in Lake Minnetonka!