This Week on Lake Minnetonka
Your weekly guide to local events around Lake Minnetonka.
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This Week’s Lake Minnetonka Events
(March 16th-Mar 22nd)
Luck O’ the Lake weekend is here, bringing one of Excelsior’s biggest local traditions to the lake with a full mix of community energy, live music, brewery events, and St. Patrick’s celebrations. This week’s lineup builds toward Saturday’s run and post-race festivities, so whether you’re showing up to race, cheer people on, or just enjoy the restaurants, taprooms, and live events around town, it should be a fun week to get out and be part of the Excelsior crowd.
Wednesday, March 18th
Game Night: Initials Game Live — 6:30–8:30 PM — Boom Island Brewing
Initials Game Live is a fast, clue-based trivia game where each answer matches a set of initials. Clues get easier as the round goes on, but scoring rewards the teams that solve it early. It’s built for quick thinking, teamwork, and plenty of “we totally knew that” moments.
Open Jam: Wednesday Night Open Jam — 6:00–10:00 PM — Excelsior Brewing
Open Jam Night on the EBC stage with a full band setup provided (mics + gear), and all skill levels/styles welcome. Bring your instrument (or just show up and watch), meet other musicians, and jump in when you’re ready.
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Thursday, March 19th
Trivia: Trivia Mafia — 6:30 PM — Excelsior Brewing
Trivia Mafia runs structured, team-based bar trivia with a live host and multiple rounds across different topics. The questions are designed to be broad enough that every team has a category they can shine in. Expect a fun, competitive pace with a mix of pop culture, general knowledge, and curveballs.
Trivia: Trivia Night — 6:30–8:30 PM — Boom Island Brewing
Boom Island’s Trivia Night is a classic team format with a host and round-based questions. Topics typically rotate so it’s not just one niche specialty carrying a team. Great for groups that like a little friendly competition and a lot of “wait—I know this.”
Friday, March 20th
Live Music: Me & Todd — 7:00–10:00 PM — Excelsior Brewing
Me & Todd Trio brings smooth grooves, strong musicianship, and the kind of easy live energy that fits a Friday night perfectly. Their sound pairs well with a packed taproom, good company, and a relaxed night of live music in Excelsior.
Live Music: Matt Wilson & His Orchestra — 8:00–10:00 PM — 318 Cafe
Matt Wilson & His Orchestra blends harp, banjo, electric bass, and guitar into a rich, harmony-driven sound that feels both fresh and easy to settle into. Their latest album, When I Was a Writer, showcases melodic songwriting, tight vocal interplay, and a warm, rootsy style that stands out both musically and emotionally.
Live Music: Hitchville — 8:30–11:30 PM — The Narrows Saloon
Hitchville brings a high-energy country sound built on sharp harmonies, strong lead vocals, and a stage presence that keeps the crowd engaged all night. Led by Heidi Owens and Matthew Kneefe, the band blends modern country attitude with a polished live show that has made them a standout favorite across the regional music scene.
Karaoke Night— 7-10pm— Boom Island Brewing
Karaoke Night at Boom Island brings a fun, high-energy taproom atmosphere with a huge song library, a live host, and plenty of crowd participation throughout the night. It is a great pick for anyone looking for an interactive Friday outing with craft beer, familiar music, and a more playful late-evening vibe.
Saturday, March 21st
Luck O’ the Lake: Fun Run— 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Luck O’ the Lake is a St. Patrick’s Day-themed community run in downtown Excelsior featuring a 5K, a 1-mile option, and a “Lazy Leprechaun” choice for people who want the fun without the run. Centered around the lakeshore and Excelsior Brewing, it blends fitness, local spirit, and a festive post-race atmosphere with beer, donuts, and community energy.
Live Music: Waterstreet — 8:00–10:00 PM — 318 Cafe
Waterstreet features three seasoned Excelsior-area musicians whose sound blends acoustic and electric guitar work with strong vocals and deep regional experience. With influences ranging from flamenco and classical guitar to roots-driven rock and melodic bass-backed arrangements, their live show brings a polished, locally grounded style to the stage.
Live Music: Trent Shaw— 7-9pm — Boom Island Brewing
When the shamrocks come out and your feet start tapping, you know it’s time to celebrate one of the best holidays of the year… St. Patrick’s Day!!
Live Music: Swag — 7:30–10:30 PM — Excelsior Brewing
SWAG brings a high-energy live show built for packed rooms, big singalongs, and a full dance-floor atmosphere. Their Saturday night set at Excelsior Brewing is positioned as the official after-party for Luck O’ the Lake, making it a strong choice for anyone wanting upbeat music, crowd energy, and a fun post-race celebration.
Live Music: High & Mighty — 8:00–11:30 PM — The Narrows Saloon
High & Mighty is a high-energy dance band known for big horns, seasoned vocals, and a crowd-moving mix of funk, R&B, pop, and soul. Their live show is built to fill the room, keep the dance floor moving, and deliver the kind of polished party atmosphere that fits a Saturday night at The Narrows perfectly.
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