Welcome to Renville County!
2026 Events
Your one-stop-shop for all Renville County community events! Whether you’re a local, new in town, or just passing through, you’ll be sure to find something fun to do in Renville County. Join us in discovering the unexpected!
- May 25
- Memorial Day Programs, Various Communities
- May 27 – October
- Renville County Artisan and Farmers’ Market, Cultural Centre, Bird Island (Wednesdays 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm)
- June – September
- Buffalo Lake Farmer’s Market, Buffalo Lake (Saturdays 8:00 a.m.- Noon)
- Mid June – September
- Fairfax Farmer’s Market, Fairfax (Tuesdays 4:00 p.m.)
- June 4 – 7
- Sugar Beet Days, Renville (Parade: 6/6 at 4 pm)
- June 14
- Flag Day, Fly Your Flag
- June 15 – 21
- Island Days, Bird Island (Parade: 6/10 at 4 pm)
- June 26- 28
- Dayz of Thunder, Fairfax (Parade: 6/28 at 4 pm)
- July – October
- Olivia Farmer’s Market, Olivia (Thursdays 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
- July 4
- Independence Day Celebration, Morton (Parade: TBD)
- July 6 – 12
- Corn Chaff Days, Hector (Parade: 7/11 at Noon)
- July 8 – 12
- Danube Fun Days, Danube (Parade: 7/11 at 2 pm)
- July 13 – 19
- Buffalo Lake Days, Buffalo Lake (Parade: TBD)
- July 15 – 19
- Summerfest, Sacred Heart (Parade: 7/17 at 6 pm)
- July 24 – 26
- Catfish Derby Days, Franklin (Parade: 7/26 at 1:30 pm)
- July 20 – 26
- Corn Capital Days, Olivia (Parade: 7/25 at 3 pm)
- August 7
- Renville County Walk in the Park, Olivia
- August 4
- Fairfax National Night Out, Fairfax
- August 4
- Renville National Night Out, Renville
- August 8
- August 9
- Bechyn Czech Festival, Bechyn
- August 12 – 14
- Renville County Fair, Bird Island
- September 12
- Renville County Fireman’s Rib Cook Off, American Legion, Olivia
- September 20
- Hector Lion’s Fly-In Pancake Breakfast, Municipal Airport, Hector
- October 24
- Spooktacular, Renville
- October 25
- Trunk or Treat, Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Sacred Heart
- October 30
- Trick or Treat Bingo, Bird Island
- November 20
- Fire Department Steak Fry, Morton
- November 28
- Small Business Saturday, Bird Island
- November 29
- Sacred Heart Christmas, Sacred Heart
- December 3
- Unforgettable Christmas, Hector
- December 4
- Taste of Bechyn, Olivia
- December 4
- Old Fashioned Christmas, Bird Island
- December 5
- Miracle on Main, Renville
**Event dates are subject to change and events may be canceled.
Renville County Parks
Experience the natural beauty of Renville County by visiting 1,300+ acres of parkland featuring primitive stands of trees, wildflowers and native prairies, wildlife, and the uniqueness of bedrock outcroppings located along the banks of the Minnesota River. Enjoy the steep-wooded bluffs and observe first-hand the many historic sites along the Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway. Day visits are FREE and there is a small fee for overnight camping. We hope to see you soon!
Community Impact Fund Grant
Program Guidelines:
The Community Impact Fund (CIF) has been designed for projects that will enhance community aesthetics, building capacity and amenities within your community.
Grant Amount:
- The maximum grant amount is $1,000.
Eligible Applicants:
- Cities and Townships
Eligible Uses:
- Blight Removal
- City Park Projects
- Community Amenity Projects
- Community Development/Capacity
- Community Enhancement Projects
- Community Related Sign Purchases
- Comprehensive Plans
- Trail Development
Questions?
- Contact the EDA office at 320-523-3656 or email the EDA.
Criteria:
- A minimum of a 1:1 match from applicant contribution and/or other funds in required.
- Must be a specific project that has the potential to enhance the community.
- Application must be submitted to the EDA prior to project completion.
- Community education/recreation and community festival projects are not eligible.
Applications are due by April 1 and October 1 each year.
Discover Renville County
Renville County is home to rustic parks, hiking trails, fishing and birding opportunities, horse trails and camps, areas for snowmobiling and four-wheelers, excellent hunting, and more! Travel along the Scenic Byway through a number of historic sites such as the Birch Coulee Battlefield, the Rudi Memorial, Joseph R. Brown Historic Site and the Schwandt Monument as well as Fort Ridgley State Park.
Renville County has seven county parks where you can relax, camp and appreciate the great outdoors. The county also has four golf courses where you can enjoy a relaxing round of golf.
Local Restaurants and Bars
Bird Island
- The Broaster Cafe
- Pelican Pub
- Rumors Bar
Buffalo Lake
- The Buffalo Range
Danube
- The Hawks Nest
- Main Street Cafe
Fairfax
- Monk’s Bar and Grill
- Squirrels Bar and Grill
Franklin
- Franklin Depot
- Longbranch Saloon
Hector
- Pete’s Grill
- The Other Place
Morton
- The Korner
Olivia
- American Legion
- Brly’s Den
- Chatterbox Cafe
- Dairy Queen
- Max’s Grill and Sheep Shedde Inn
- Subway
Renville
- Dave’s Place
- Main Street Bar and Grill
Sacred Heart
- Kathy’s Place
- Sacred Heart Liquor
