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    The Longest Day

    The Longest Day

    In honor of The Longest Day, our supporters across Minnesota and North Dakota are producing many fun public events to support the Alzheimer's Association's programs and research for families impacted by dementia. Attend an event near you to join the fight and shine a light on the darkness of Alzheimer's.

    Cars & Caves Auto Show 

    Saturday, May 31, 2025
    9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
    Chanhassen Autoplex 1740 Motorplex Court, Chanhassen, MN 55317

    We are proud to be the charity partner for the Cars & Caves auto show on May 31, 2025. One day each month, owners at the AutoPlex welcome the public and a charity receives free-will donations from attendees. The Chanhassen AutoPlex is known around the world for its amazing car condos. Gates open at 9 a.m. and coffee, beverages, and food will be available for purchase.

    10th Annual Alzheimer's Longest Day Motorcycle Ride


    Saturday, June 15, 2025
    9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    No Name Saloon, 114 Broad Street N, Prescott, WI 54021

    Join us for the 10th and FINAL Alzheimer’s motorcycle ride. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. at No Name and is $30 per bike. Kickstands up at 11 a.m. with a 90 mile ride ending at the Gas-Lite Bar. An after-ride party at Gas Lite includes food, live music from Theatre of Pain, drawings, cash bar and optional camping! No motorcycle? No problem! Ride the bus for $30 per rider. Contact Cheri Ludwig at 612.251.3223.

    Chaska Pickleball Tournament


    Wednesday, June 18, 2025
    Check-in at 1:15 p.m. / Play starts at 2 p.m.
    Drop Shot Pickleball, 1100 Shakopee Town Square, Shakopee, MN 55379

    Join us for a round robin style pickleball tournament, followed by a raffle and complimentary picnic. Register by June 11 - registration is limited to 64 players (32 men / 32 women). The entry fee is a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association. A recommended donation of $25 per player is required. Games will be 12 minutes maximum in length and each player will play a minimum of 5 games. The first rounds of the tournament will be the women’s division and men’s division. The final rounds will be mixed doubles. Family and friends are encouraged to cheer on participants and attend the picnic and enter a raffle. To register, 1: Make a donation on this Chaska Pickling Alzheimer's page; 2: Complete the registration form at https://forms.gle/mRqE2YKL9bGcsrGe9. Call or text Wayne Backlund at 269.753.2112 or email backlundwayne@sbcglobal.net if you have questions.

    Edgewood Longest Day Golf Scramble


    Friday, June 19, 2025
    9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
    Kings Walk Golf Course & Country Club, 5301 S Columbia Rd, Grand Forks, ND 58201

    Grab your caddie, friends, and family, and join us for a day of putting, birdies, and fun at Kings Walk Golf Course! Whether you're signing up as a team or as a sponsor, we’d love to have you be part of this exciting event! Register by June 10, 2025. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m., the shotgun start is at 10:30 a.m., and awards and dinner begin at 4:30 p.m.

    The Longest Open House


    Friday, June 20, 2025, at 6 a.m. through 12 a.m. Monday, June 23, 2025
    3221 56th Ave S, Fargo, North Dakota 58104

    Realtor Kyle Olson is turning personal loss into powerful action in Fargo, after watching his father battle Alzheimer’s for 15 years. He will be holding a multi-day open house for a record-breaking fundraiser for Alzheimer's programs and research. This year will include activities like karaoke, Jazzercise, a BBQ brunch, live music, puzzling and a wrestling takeover!

    Party on the Plaza


    Friday, June 20, 2025
    50th & France, Edina, MN

    Join the Party on the Plaza for its Summer Concert series featuring reggae music by RION. Enjoy music, food and drinks on the plaza and dance, sing and raise funds and awareness for the Alzheimer's Association. Local businesses will be participating with shopping for a cause and other events in their stores. For questions or for more information, please contact Kate Bispala, Harriet and Alice at kate@harrietandalice.com or 952.500.9724.

    Radio Bob Radiothon


    Friday, June 20, 2025
    10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
    Listen live on 105.5 FM in Central Minnesota, 106.1 FM in the Twin Cities, 95.9 FM in the East Metro, 107.5 FM in Southern Minnesota

    BOB Total Country is gathering together legends from Twin Cities radio fame to host a special show on The Longest Day to share some memories and smiles and start a new era of hope in the fight against Alzheimer's.

    Puzzle Palooza


    Saturday, June 21, 2025
    8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
    Minnesota Veterans Home, Administration Building (Bldg 19), 5101 Minnehaha Boulevard, Minneapolis, MN 55417

    This is the ninth year that Team Puzzle Palooza will be assembling jigsaw puzzles as a fundraiser for the Alzheimer's Association's Longest Day. There will be a puzzle swap and lots of puzzles to work on. Stay for an hour, all day, or for "just one more piece.”

    Memory Mile Northfield


    Saturday, June 21, 2025
    6:30 p.m.
    Dundas Ball Park, Northfield, MN

    Join this one-mile, chip-timed run/walk benefiting the Alzheimer's Association MN/ND Chapter. After crossing the finish line, enjoy live music from the Gabe Marchan Group and concessions from the Dundas Dukes. Top male and female finishers each receive a $25 gift card. Anyone who pre-registers will receive a free raffle ticket, including the grand prize of a 3-night stay at Cobblestone Cove Villa, Grand Marais, courtesy of Rebound Partners.

    5th Annual Allzin for Alzheimer's Barrel Race


    Tuesday, July 29, 2025
    5 - 8 p.m.
    Freeborn County Fairgrounds, 1105 Bridge Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007

    This will be the 5th Annual Barrel Racing Alzheimer's benefit! Barrel racing is a popular rodeo event where a rider and horse navigate a course around barrels for the best time.