Father Hennepin Festival

Historians report Champlin is the site where Father Louis Hennepin first crossed the Mississippi in 1680. Today, The community celebrates its heritage with the annual Father Hennepin festival. 

Each year on the 2nd weekend in June, a three day community celebration is kicked off with a parade, amusement rides and live music. Family, youth and adult activities run all weekend long, and culminate with a reenactment of Father Louis Hennepin crossing the Mississippi River. 

The 2009 Father Hennepin Festival is scheduled for June 12 - 14. Don't miss out on the fun!

Visit our new website at www.fatherhennepinfestival.com

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 Senior Luncheon
 Festival Carnival
 Festival Parade
 Orange Whip (live music)
 Marching Band Awards
 Pie Eating Contest

 Festival Carnival
 Bicycle Stunt Show
 3rd Lair Skateboard Competition
 Exotic Petting Zoo
 Carousel Craft Show
 Champlin Car Show
 Business Expo
 Ice Cream Social
 Guitar Hero Contest
 Texas Hold 'Em Poker
 Wells Fargo Youth Coin Search
 Root City Band
 Mick Sterling & The Irresistibles
 Filtration Fireworks Show

 Sunday Activities
 Festival Carnival
 Family Fun Run
 Exotic Petting Zoo
 Pancake and Omelet Breakfast

 Power Boat Races
 Mayor/Council Fishing Contest
 Kids Bingo
 River Crossing
 Ice Cream Social
 Open Skating

 Printable Festival Schedule
Proud Title Sponsor :

 $500.00 Super America Treasure Hunt
A look at your 2008 Grand Marshal
 Road Closure Information
Shuttle Bus Service
Festival Park Map
 Adult Softball National Qualifier
2009 Parade Application
 2009 Business Expo Application

 2009 Sponsorship Opportunities