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Submitted image. Wayzata’s lakeshore will come alive September 5–7 as the community gathers for the 51st annual James J. Hill Days, a celebration that honors the town’s history while showcasing its vibrant present. Organized by the Wayzata West Metro Chamber of Commerce, the festival is expected to draw more than 80,000 visitors to Lake Street and downtown Wayzata, where music, food, family fun,…

WAYZATA, MN — May 21, 2025 — With summer approaching and scooter use surging along the Dakota Rail Regional Trail, the Wayzata City Council has unanimously adopted Emergency Ordinance 850, requiring all persons under the age of 18 to wear helmets while riding electric-assisted bicycles, motorized bicycles, and motorized foot scooters within city limits. The new rule, introduced at the May 20…

WAYZATA, Minn. — It’s a picture-perfect Friday morning in downtown Wayzata, and the weekend forecast couldn’t be more inviting. With just a slight chance of showers late this afternoon and clear skies returning tonight, now’s the time to plan your visit to the lakeside charm and luxury of Wayzata and the Panoway on Lake Minnetonka. Weekend Forecast: Friday Forecast Highlights: Highs in the…

It was the kind of April evening that reminds you why we live here. At 66 degrees, with sunshine pushing through soft clouds and barely a whisper of wind, the Panoway Plaza and Lakewalk came alive with the quiet joy of spring. My wife, our middle daughter, and I set out just before sunset and found Wayzata at its best—warm, welcoming, and beautifully unhurried. ChadwickRock50 provides the…

Construction on the step downs for the Lakewalk have begun. Image Copyright Dan Gustafson / Wayzata.com all rights reserved. Work has officially begun on the eagerly awaited step-down elements of the Panoway Lakewalk, signaling a key milestone in the effort to improve this popular lakeside spot. Construction on the step downs for the Lakewalk have begun. Image Copyright Dan Gustafson /…

Calling all neighbors, friends, and visitors! This weekend, (every weekend, lol) we’re rolling out the welcome mat for everyone to experience the charm of Wayzata—your beloved lakeside community. Whether you’re new to the area or a long-time local, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this fall. Lakewalk on Wayzata Bay Start your Saturday morning with a peaceful stroll along the Lakewalk at…

Pictured is Boatworks Marina at dusk from the Wayzata Depot Docks, taken at 7:30 PM on Sunday, September 29th, 2024, as the last sunlight fades and a peaceful twilight settles over the water. The weather was picture-perfect for the end of September, featuring calm breezes and cool morning temperatures, with daytime highs reaching the low 80s. Wayzata‘s Panoway, Lakewalk, and restaurant scene…