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Welcome to Shakopee, Minnesota! A perfect place for a vacation. We are considered by some to be the mini-Orlando of the Midwest. Located in the breathtaking Minnesota River Valley Shakopee has year round FUN from amusement parks to zoos to snowshoeing, it’s all right here!
Experience the thrills and excitement of Valleyfair Amusement Park. The Upper Midwest’s largest amusement park. Valleyfair offers more than 75 rides and attractions, including eight heart pounding roller coasters, Whitewater Country Waterpark and live, toe-tapping entertainment. From mild to wild there’s something for everyone.
Where a good time is always a sure thing! Your best bet for excitement is Canterbury Park. Enjoy live horse races at Canterbury Park or try your luck at a game of cards in Canterbury Park’s Casino Game Room you will find a variety of card games to enjoy. In the spring and fall enjoy the area’s largest craft shows with over 500 vendors.
For more thrills check out Raceway Park’s events which include “Eve of Destruction and Enduro Series” or special novelty events including the Green Mamba Jet Car, kids rides, bicycles rides, figure 8 trailer races, school bus races, flag pole races, figure 8 stock car races and FIREWORKS!
Step back in time at The Landing. History comes a live at The Landing, a living history museum of the 19th century. The idyllic wooded setting stretches along the scenic river valley and brings alive the charm and challenges of life in the 1800s.
Huzzah! The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is celebrating its 39th season in 2009. With more than 275 artisans, 500 street entertainers and 15 lively stages, you’re sure to find something fun for all!
Shakopee is a short distance from the Mall of America with over 500 stores for your shopping pleasure. The Minnesota Zoo, MN Landscape Arboretum and Chanhassen Dinner Theatres are within a short distance.
If your passion is golfing we have some of the finest golf courses in the metro area. For your dining pleasure we offer choices from the elegant to the casual to satisfy all taste buds. Shakopee has many lovely properties, all of which offer one of a kind service and wonderful accommodations. Our hotel staff is committed to making you feel welcome.
Call Shakopee Chamber & Visitors Bureau for your coupon book & visitor guide and let us help you make your vacation a memorable experience.
800-574-2150 or www.shakopee.org
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