This Week at The Lake 2/2/26
Here’s a curated guide to events, activities, attractions, and live music options in and around the Lake Minnetonka area for February 2 – February 5, 2026
📅 February 2 – 5, 2026
At the time of planning, specific scheduled events in the Lake Minnetonka area on these dates weren’t listed publicly on major event calendars. However, here are great ways to enjoy the season:
🌨️ Winter Outdoor Recreation
Ice fishing, snowshoeing & winter trails: The Lake Minnetonka area offers lake‑ice activities and nearby parks with winter trails (check local conditions and safety updates before heading out).
Bike & walking trails: Try the scenic Dakota Rail Regional Trail for winter walks or fat‑bike rides between Wayzata and nearby communities.
🎶 Live Music & Nightlife Options (Minneapolis / Metro)
While not right on Lake Minnetonka’s shoreline, these venues in the broader Twin Cities area (Minneapolis/St. Paul) have regular live music and can be great options in the evenings of Feb 2 – 5, 2026:
🎤 Live Music Venues
First Avenue – Legendary Minneapolis nightclub hosting touring bands and local acts.
Fine Line – Mid‑size concert venue with diverse live music lineup.
The Cedar Cultural Center – Intimate venue with world music, folk, jazz, and more.
Green Room – Uptown venue with local bands and live shows (check weekly calendar).
Skyway Theatre – Multi‑genre live music and events.
The Fillmore Minneapolis – Larger concert space with national touring acts.
The Hook and Ladder Theater & Lounge – Independent arts/music venue.
The Cabooze & Icehouse – Classic local spots for live shows, jams, and music nights.
🎫 Most venues publish full concert calendars weeks in advance — I can help find specific shows on those dates if you’d like!
🏙️ Nearby Seasonal & Regional Activities
Even if not directly on Lake Minnetonka, these are fun winter ideas in the wider Twin Cities (Minneapolis–St. Paul) region during Feb 1‑5:
❄️ Outdoor Festivals & Seasonal Fun
Winter walking events and ice art projects at parks and regional outdoor spaces (e.g., Art Shanty Projects on Lake Harriet, winter fitness events).
Ice Castles and winter installations (various metro locations).
🎭 Cultural & Indoor Options
Art galleries, museums, and winter markets across the Twin Cities are hosting seasonal exhibits and indoor activities — great if the weather is extra cold.
🛶 Year‑Round Lake Minnetonka Attractions
While many summer activities aren’t active in February, you can still enjoy:
Big Island Nature Park (winter nature walks).
Scenic downtowns of Excelsior & Wayzata — shopping, dining, cozy cafes.