Visit Owatonna

Come and explore Owatonna! While you are here, we hope you find time to explore our rich history, beautiful parks, bustling downtown shopping & a variety of restaurants and breweries. Bus and group tours welcome.

Places to Stay Feel at Home in Owatonna. Whether you are here on business, attending and event, visiting family…
Things to Do Explore what Owatonna has to offer. Step back in time at the Orphanage Museum, the Village…
Attractions Did you know that Louis Sullivan designed the first jewel box bank right here in Owatonna…
Where to Eat Hungry? Owatonna has plenty of restaurants to choose from to quench your appetite.

Each season Owatonna's signature events invite you to be a part of the community! From the largest county fair in Minnesota, to fall bazaars and craft shows, you'll find a community that welcomes you!

Owatonna's Upcoming Annual Events

Spring Blooms & Summer Celebrations

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Corkys Early Bird Softball Tournament

The 46th Annual Corky's Early Bird will be held May 1-3, 2026 in Owatonna, MN and Faribault, MN (Men's D Division). Corky's Early Bird is a non-profit organization. Proceeds from the tournament…

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Annual Events

Owatonna is home to a vibrant lineup of annual events that bring the community together in every season.

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Owatonna Farmers Market

The Owatonna Farmers Market brings thousands of people to downtown each summer. Starting on the first Saturday in May until the last Saturday in October, there is a variety of homemade, homegrown…

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Spring Into Summer

Spring into Summer at the Steele County Free Fair is a lively community celebration that kicks off the summer season with a weekend full of fun, entertainment, food, and games, bringing together…

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Owatonna's full calendar of events