Special Events

The Lakes Area Music Festival hosts special events and fundraisers throughout the summer to support the concerts, education, and outreach activities that impact our region.

Summer Solstice
Sunday, June 21, 2026, 6:00PM
Enjoy the longest sunset of the year lake-side at Madden’s with the Lakes Area Music Festival. Summer Solstice is a celebration of great food and music. This annual fundraiser—complete with raffles and auctions—benefits our youth education programs.
Cabaret - NISSWA
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:30PM

Experience one of the Lake Area’s most elegant evenings out! Whether at the historic Aitkin Ripple Center—where Vaudeville acts graced the stage a century ago—or in the timeless charm of the Norway Center at Grand View Lodge, you’ll be captivated by performances from our renowned international opera cast and talented Resident Artists. Let life be …

Cabaret - AITKIN
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 7:30PM

Experience one of the Lakes Area’s most elegant evenings out! Whether at the historic Aitkin Ripple Center—where Vaudeville acts graced the stage a century ago—or in the timeless charm of the Norway Center at Grand View Lodge, you’ll be captivated by performances from our renowned international opera cast and talented Resident Artists. Let life be …

Season Opening Gala: Pas de Deux
Friday, July 31, 2026, 6:00PM
Friday, July 31, 2026, 8:00PM
Experience our season-opening gala, where orchestra and dancers from American Ballet Theatre bring music and movement together as one. From classical ballet to sweeping waltzes and sultry tangos, every moment pulses with passion—while supporting LAMF’s largest fundraiser of the year.
Zorongo Flamenco
Saturday, August 15, 2026, 7:30PM
Born of fire, rhythm, and raw emotion, flamenco is music that wears its heart on its sleeve. Rooted in the same Spanish soil that inspired Carmen, this special evening with Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre brings the power and virtuosity of the art form to life.