The Minnesota State Society hosts a variety of gatherings throughout the year for Minnesotans living and working in the Washington, DC area. Our events range from casual happy hours and watch parties to group outings and seasonal celebrations.
Upcoming events are listed below. Members can register directly through this page.
Not a member yet? You’re still welcome to attend many events, and joining the Society is an easy way to stay connected with fellow Minnesotans in the DC community.
Bring a blanket, enjoy some snacks and beverages (non-alcoholic), and catch up with fellow Minnesotans! Lots of other free festival activities follow, so stick around for more fun.
The Twins take on the Nationals at Nats Park. Join other Minnesotans to root for the Twins!
Join the Minnesota State Society for a casual gathering at the Midwest Fest. First beer is on us!
Time to gather at the Dubliner for a Minnesota State Society Meet-up!
Join us on Wednesday, February 4 from 5:00-7:00. First drink is on the MN State Society.
This is our first happy hour of the year and learn more about what we have in store for the year.
Please register and bring a friend.
Meet Minnesota State Society members to lay wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery.
Individuals should purchase wreaths on their own. Meet-up at 9:00 am at the Arlington Cemetery admin building and 12:00 start time for the ceremony.
Enjoy a private, historian-led evening tour of the Capitol (limited to 20 participants). Plus, some surprise guests!
Meet the group on the House steps side of the capitol buildings (across the street from the Longworth building on Independence Ave!
Join Minnesota State Society members for a casual meet-up at the 62nd Christmas Bazaar. Meet out front at 11:00am and vendors are cash or check only! Note this is a busy event so give yourself 15 minutes to find parking!
Want to help the MN State Society plan some awesome events in 2026? Join us for a planning call to brainstorm ideas and get involved!
Celebrate with cold drinks and warm Minnesota vibes! The German Embassy is generously sponsoring a kick-off reception.
Join fellow Minnesotans to watch the Wild take on the Capitals for a 7:00pm game. This will be at Bugsy’s in Old Town Alexandria, convening at 6:30pm. All members with a paid membership will receive a drink ticket.
Help shape the future of the Society! Join us for a virtual gathering to discuss upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and support our next generation of leadership. Register today to receive a link to the virtual meeting.
Join us as we watch our Minnesota Twins take on the Nationals in DC! Bring the entire family!
Celebrate Minnesota’s 165th birthday with a picnic at the lake!
Pick the winners for a chance to win an official tournament hoodie. Click the event title for more info.
Join the Minnesota State Society for a pre-game happy hour across the street from the Capital One Arena. Celebrate the only team from “The State of Hockey” as they visit DC.
Paid members will receive a complimentary drink. If we have enough interest, we’ll arrange for group tickets for those interested in attending the game with other State Society Members.
We will join the Northern Virginia Minnesota Vikings' Fan Club as they gather to watch the Vikings take on the New York Giants in the wildcard round of the playoffs.
This is the premier venue in the DC area to watch our Vikings march to victory! Any paid members who register and join us will receive a complimentary drink from the bar.
Can’t make the event but want to sponsor a wreath? Click here!
Come join fellow Minnesotans in laying wreaths in DC to Remember, Honor, and Teach about our nation's veterans this holiday season.
Come join fellow Minnesotans in laying wreaths in Alexandria to Remember, Honor, and Teach about our nation's veterans this holiday season.
The Minnesota State Society is happy to host the 99th annual Walleye Dinner! We’re welcoming our members back after over two years of virtual events. We hope you’ll join us—but don’t delay! Attendance is limited. Be sure to sign in to access member pricing.
Our Guest of Honor
Our guest of honor is Hamse Warfa, the first Somali American presidential appointee in U.S. history. He is an author, business founder, and senior advisor to the U.S. Department of State where he advises on civilian security, democracy and human rights. In that role, he helps develop strategies for protecting and promoting democracy at home and abroad.
We will explore new venues and formats for the walleye dinner over the next few years. We hope you enjoy the evolution of this event and welcome your feedback and suggestions.
Dress code at the dinner is business casual. We will begin with a cocktail hour at 6:00 PM, followed by dinner. We plan to conclude around 9:00 PM.
You must sign up by this Sunday (May 1st) at 1:00 pm!
Join the Minnesota State Society at the Twins game in Baltimore. Sorry for the late notice, but if you’d like to join a few fellow Minnesotans buy a ticket here and we’ll contact you with details.
Twins at Baltimore
Wednesday May 4 at 7:05 pm
Camden Yards
Seats: Pepsi Left Field Picnic Perch (Left Field Club seats)
Includes “unlimited” food and drink menu: hot dogs, popcorn, nachos, salad, peanuts, ice cream, and Pepsi
$50/ticket
Help us greet our veterans as they arrive in DC!
Can’t make the event but want to sponsor a wreath? Click here!
Come join fellow Minnesotans in laying wreaths in DC to Remember, Honor, and Teach about our nation's veterans this holiday season.
Come join fellow Minnesotans in laying wreaths in Alexandria to Remember, Honor, and Teach about our nation's veterans this holiday season.
You're invited to join the Minnesota State Society on a tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield. We will focus on the actions of the 1st Minnesota Infantry Regiment, who played a pivotal role in the battle.
The 1st Minnesota was the very first group of volunteers the Union received in response to the South's assault of Fort Sumter at the beginning of the Civil War. The men of the 1st Minnesota fought in many battles, including the First Bull Run and Antietam; but it was at the Battle of Gettysburg where the regiment's most famous actions occurred on the second day of the battle.
We will join a licensed battlefield guide who will give our group a unique 2-hour tour designed specifically for us, focusing on the fighting that occurred on the east side of the battlefield. We will also visit the cemetery where there is a monument to the 1st Minnesota.
The tour will begin at the National Park's visitor center, where we will meet the guide and travel to the tour locations in our personal vehicles. Due to wanting to limit the number of vehicles in our group, we ask that members carpool if possible. The entire tour will be conducted outdoors.
After the tour, we will have an option for lunch at a local restaurant for those that wish to participate.
The tour is free for paid members and $5 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. Select the type and number of tickets from the box below to obtain tickets. You must log in to receive free member tickets.
If you'd like to learn more about the 1st Minnesota prior to the tour, we recommend the following resources:
Minnesota Remembers (YouTube Video)
Heroes of Gettysburg (MinnPost article)
Pale Horse at Plum Run (Book)
The Last Full Measure (Book)
After months of staying at home, do you want to have fun without having to travel? The SPAM® Museum virtual tour is your answer! The Minnesota State Society sponsored virtual tour will give you an inside look into the SPAM® Museum , telling of Hormel Foods and the growth of a great Minnesota brand throughout history and throughout the world. You’ll learn how Hormel Foods started 129 years ago, how SPAM® products played a role in WWII, what REALLY makes up SPAM® Classic, the story behind the Hormel® Black Label® bacon motorcycle and so much more!
There will also be time for us to interact with the museum staff and ask questions.
We promise it will be a SPAMtastic™ event!
Each purchased ticket is granted access to a raffle to win a prize package of products from Minnesota, including:
Minneapolis-themed t-shirts from Ducky Screen printing
SPAM products
Gourmet salami from the Red Table Meat Co. in Minneapolis
and more!
Tickets are $5 for members, and $10 for non-members. Be sure to sign in to your Minnesota State Society account to get member pricing. All funds collected will go directly to future State Society events. Your ticket gets you access to a raffle for Minnesota-themed prizes. The more attendees we have the more prizes we’ll have!
