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SUMMARY:Minden Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday from 8AM–12PM in the alley beside Brick Street Coffee for fresh produce\, local goods\, and all your market favorites. Come shop local\, support our vendors\, and enjoy a great morning in downtown Minden!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/minden-farmers-market-15/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an evening of great food\, live music\, and community vibes Bites & Beats in beautiful Miller Quarters Park! \nLive music by The Lovers Amanda and Cole Vosbury! \nThis event is open to the public and perfect for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs\, your appetite\, and your people\, and let’s enjoy another season of Bites & Beats!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-5/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Minden Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday from 8AM–12PM in the alley beside Brick Street Coffee for fresh produce\, local goods\, and all your market favorites. Come shop local\, support our vendors\, and enjoy a great morning in downtown Minden!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/minden-farmers-market-16/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
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SUMMARY:Minden Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday from 8AM–12PM in the alley beside Brick Street Coffee for fresh produce\, local goods\, and all your market favorites. Come shop local\, support our vendors\, and enjoy a great morning in downtown Minden!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/minden-farmers-market-17/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
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SUMMARY:Minden Charity Classic
DESCRIPTION:Plans for the 2026 Minden Charity Classic are underway and we can’t WAIT to see you all again! Taking place at Pine Hills Country Club the weekend of May 29-31\, 2026 ⛳🏌️ \nIf you are coming in from out of town please visit www.mindenstays.com and use code MF2026 for 20% off your lodging! Thank you Sara with Simply Southern Cottage for helping take care of our golfers! \nOnline registration will open up on April 3\, 2026 at www.mindenfoundation.org
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/minden-charity-classic/
LOCATION:Pine Hills Country Club\, 100 Birdie Alley\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Minden Foundation":MAILTO:mccstb@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T190000
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SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an evening of great food\, live music\, and community vibes Bites & Beats in beautiful Miller Quarters Park! \nLive music by DJ Milford Parker! \nThis event is open to the public and perfect for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs\, your appetite\, and your people\, and let’s enjoy another season of Bites & Beats!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-7/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
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SUMMARY:Minden's 190th Anniversary & America's 250th Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The City of Minden\, alongside Minden Main Street\, Discover Webster Parish\, and the Greater Minden Chamber\, is hosting a three-day celebration kicking off June 11th with “Bites & Beats” and continuing through June 12–13th in downtown Minden. The event honors America’s 250th Anniversary and Minden’s 190th birthday and is set to be the biggest festival of the summer.\n\nThe celebration will feature a full lineup of family-friendly activities\, including parades\, a 5K\, tournaments\, food competitions\, kids’ attractions\, live entertainment\, and a fireworks finale—bringing the community together and drawing visitors from across the region.\n\nEach element throughout the three full days of patriotic fun\, hometown pride\, and community celebration will be fun for the entire family.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/mindens-190th-anniversary-americas-250th-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an evening of great food\, live music\, and community vibes Bites & Beats in beautiful Miller Quarters Park! \nLive music performed by Therah Nemen! \nThis event is open to the public and perfect for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs\, your appetite\, and your people\, and let’s enjoy another season of Bites & Beats!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-6/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Grilling on Main 2026
DESCRIPTION:Grilling on Main is a high-energy\, non-sanctioned BBQ competition where pitmasters go head-to-head cooking brisket\, ribs\, and chicken\, with meats provided to competitor\, while also creating a signature dish for the People’s Choice category. Teams will fire up their smokers on-site and compete for cash prizes\, awards\, and the coveted Grand Champion belt.\n\nDate: Friday\, June 12- Saturday June 13th (competition weekend)\n\nPublic Samples for People’s Choice will take place on Saturday\, June 13th from 11am-1pm. Get a chance to sample all of the cook team’s dishes for just $10.\n\nCompetition Categories & Payouts-\n\nGrand Champion$4\,000 Prize & Championship Belt\n\nChicken1st Place – $500 & Award2nd Place – $2503rd Place – $125\n\nRibs1st Place – $500 & Award2nd Place – $2503rd Place – $125\n\nBrisket1st Place – $5002nd Place – $2503rd Place – $125\n\nPeople’s Choice1st Place – $1\,0002nd Place – $5003rd Place – $250\n\n-This is a non-sanctioned BBQ competition.-Teams may begin setup at 7:00 AM on Friday\, June 12th.-Competition spaces are first come\, first served and assigned upon arrival by event staff.-Water and limited electricity will be available on-site.-RV electric hookups are not available.-A mandatory competitor meeting will take place on Friday\, June 12 at 5:30 PM. At least one team member must attend to compete.Competition meats will be inspected and distributed during the meeting.-Teams must compete in all three provided meat categories and the People’s Choice category.-All meats and dishes must be prepared and smoked on location.-Any heat source is allowed.-Garnish is not allowed in competition boxes.-Turn-in times must be followed exactly. No grace period will be allowed.-People’s Choice dishes must be meat-based and prepared on-site.-Teams must prepare approximately 1000 samples for the People’s Choice category.\n\nBBQ Team Registration:https://app.seemylegacy.com/…/2484/campaign/8502/overview\n\nFor more BBQ Competition info contact:DJ Thomas318-553-1783
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/grilling-on-main-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Run Minden on Main
DESCRIPTION:A community patriotic-themed 5K race designed to bring residents together\, promote downtown engagement\, and raise funds for the Main Street program during the biggest weekend of the summer. \nFor more information: https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Shreveport/RunMindenOnMain
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/run-minden-on-main/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T140000
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SUMMARY:Daddies With Angels Cookout
DESCRIPTION:The Daddies With Angels Cookout is a family-friendly gathering created to honor fathers who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss. This event offers a relaxed outdoor setting for connection\, conversation\, and community.\n\nFood will be provided and distributed while supplies last. This is a clean\, family-centered event focused on unity and support.\n\nHelpful Info:• Family-friendly• Bring your own lawn or folding chairs• Free Event\n\n Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfYNS76R9l…/viewform…\nNEW DEADLINE TO REGISTER: JUNE 12TH!!\n SUPPORT OUR EVENTS\n\nInterested in donating\, sponsoring\, or volunteering?\n Message us on Facebook heartsandhalosorg@gmail.com
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/daddies-with-angels-cookout/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an evening of great food\, live music\, and community vibes Bites & Beats in beautiful Miller Quarters Park! \nLive music by John Gill! \nThis event is open to the public and perfect for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs\, your appetite\, and your people\, and let’s enjoy another season of Bites & Beats!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-8/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T170000
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SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an evening of great food\, live music\, and community vibes Bites & Beats in beautiful Miller Quarters Park! \nLive music by Beaux Atkins! \nThis event is open to the public and perfect for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs\, your appetite\, and your people\, and let’s enjoy another season of Bites & Beats!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-9/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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