Dates are subject to change without the Chamber's knowledge. We encourage you to consult this calendar when picking an event date as well as contact us at 507-825-3316 or at pipecham@pipestoneminnesota.com to have your event listed on the calendar in the hopes of avoiding conflicts with other events.
12th Annual Trunk or Treat & Downtown Candy Walk
The Pipestone Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to Historic Downtown Pipestone for our 12th Annual Trunk or Treat & Downtown Candy Walk on Thursday, October 29th, from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. With over 1,000 kids attending annually, this community celebration for our area?s youth is always Pipestone Area favorite!
21st Annual Chamber Chili Cook-Off & Silent Auction Fundraiser
The Chamber Chili Cook-Off and Silent Auction is a fun community get together! Sample a variety of chilis (traditional and nontraditional) and vote for your favorites. You also get to help us decide which team does the best job decorating too! Businesses and organizations go all out to win either best chili and/or best decor! A tremendously fun event #OnlyinPipestone!
7th Annual Lights at the Lodge
Experience the beauty of winter at the Hiawatha Pageant Park in Pipestone! The 7th Annual Lights at the Lodge lighting is Saturday, November 21, 2026 at the Hiawatha Pageant Park, official lighting at 6:00 pm. After the official lighting, the lights will be on every night through January 3, 2027. Following the opening night, visitors will be able to drive through the park exiting through the north gate, or can park and walk through the lighted sites throughout the holiday season.
Annual Hospice Benefit
Save the Date! Enjoy an evening of great food and fellowship for a great cause! The benefit is at the Pipestone Country Club on Saturday, April 3, 2027. There will be a social hour, online silent auction, live auction, and 4 course meal. Tickets will be available at the PCMC Gift Shop, Hospice House, or the PCMC Business Office. If you have any questions, please contact Pipestone County Home Health & Hospice at 507-825-6024.
Back to School Backpack Giveaway
Backpack distribution day will be Tuesday, August 11th, 2026, from TBA to TBA pm at First Presbyterian Church (301 2nd Ave SE).
BeMobile's 13th Annual Backpack Giveaway
BeMobile Verizon is proud to host our Annual Backpack Giveaway to help local students start the school year prepared for success. Stop by for a FREE backpack filled with essential school supplies while supplies last. No purchase is necessary. Backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served basis at participating locations! See more details here: https://bemobile.com/13thannualbackpackgiveaway/ We're honored to support the communities we serve and help students head back to school with confidence. We look forward to seeing you there!''
BeMobile's 13th Annual Backpack Giveaway
BeMobile Verizon is proud to host our Annual Backpack Giveaway to help local students start the school year prepared for success. Stop by for a FREE backpack filled with essential school supplies while supplies last. No purchase is necessary. Backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served basis at participating locations! See more details here: https://bemobile.com/13thannualbackpackgiveaway/ We're honored to support the communities we serve and help students head back to school with confidence. We look forward to seeing you there!''
BeMobile's 13th Annual Backpack Giveaway
BeMobile Verizon is proud to host our Annual Backpack Giveaway to help local students start the school year prepared for success. Stop by for a FREE backpack filled with essential school supplies while supplies last. No purchase is necessary. Backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served basis at participating locations! See more details here: https://bemobile.com/13thannualbackpackgiveaway/ We're honored to support the communities we serve and help students head back to school with confidence. We look forward to seeing you there!''
Chamber Ribbon Cutting & Ambassador Visit
Everyone Welcome! 10:00 am Chamber Ribbon Cutting & Ambassador Visit for Rooted & Fruited! Everyone is encouraged to attend! Help celebrate this investment in our Historic Downtown District and Community!
District #3 Schoolhouse Activities
The District #3 Schoolhouse will once again be holding class for the summer of 2026. Museum staff will lead activities from 1-3pm each Thursday beginning June 4 and concluding on August 27, 2026. There WILL NOT be schoolyard games held in the summer of 2026. Children who have recently completed kindergarten and older are invited to attend. For your child?s safety, an Emergency Contact Form will need to be on file for each student who attends. Forms will be available at the Schoolhouse or can be found on the Museum?s website: www.pipestonecountymuseum.com.




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