Upcoming Events
Children's Story Time Saturday
A love of reading starts with a story.
Join us for Storytime Saturdays at Lakeside Books! Bring your little readers in for a short, cozy storytime and a chance to discover the joy of books together.
We’re also looking for community members who would love to come in and read a story with the kiddos. Interested in being a Storytime reader? Sign up here!
Come gather, listen, imagine, and make some bookish memories with us.
Downtown Waconia Trick or Treat
Join us alongside other businesses in Downtown Waconia for an afternoon of trick-or-treating, exploring, and Halloween fun!
Saturday, October 31, 2026
1–3 PM
Downtown Waconia
Keep an eye out for Boo, who will be hiding throughout participating downtown businesses. Grab a scavenger hunt card, visit each stop, trick-or-treat, and see if you can find Boo along the way.
Find them all? Bring your completed card to Coney’s for FREE cotton candy!
Costumes encouraged. No registration needed. Fun for the whole family.
D.E.A.R DAY
D.E.A.R. Day in Waconia!
Join us Saturday, November 7th for the 19th Annual Divas Enjoying Awesome Retail Day! Spend the day shopping local, discovering special deals, and exploring all that Waconia has to offer.
Here’s what to look forward to:
The D.E.A.R. Scavenger Hunt: Visit participating businesses to find the letters D-E-A-R. Find all four for a chance to win a Basket of Waconia valued at over $400!
Special Deals: Shop local businesses for exclusive offers. Wear your deer hunting orange for even more deals!
Support Local: Every visit helps support the small businesses that make Waconia such a special place.
Stop by Lakeside Books and make us part of your D.E.A.R. Day adventure. We look forward to seeing you!
Children's Story Time Saturday
A love of reading starts with a story.
Join us for Storytime Saturdays at Lakeside Books! Bring your little readers in for a short, cozy storytime and a chance to discover the joy of books together.
We’re also looking for community members who would love to come in and read a story with the kiddos. Interested in being a Storytime reader? Sign up here!
Come gather, listen, imagine, and make some bookish memories with us.
Bookmark, Charm, & Sip
A laid-back girls’ night inside Waconia’s newest bookstore. Make a bookmark, sip a clean energy drink and meet some new friends.
Ages 18+
Advanced ticket purchase required
Purchase your ticket HERE.
Children's Story Time Saturday
A love of reading starts with a story.
Join us for Storytime Saturdays at Lakeside Books! Bring your little readers in for a short, cozy storytime and a chance to discover the joy of books together.
We’re also looking for community members who would love to come in and read a story with the kiddos. Interested in being a Storytime reader? Sign up here!
Come gather, listen, imagine, and make some bookish memories with us.
Children's Story Time Saturday
A love of reading starts with a story.
Join us for Storytime Saturdays at Lakeside Books! Bring your little readers in for a short, cozy storytime and a chance to discover the joy of books together.
We’re also looking for community members who would love to come in and read a story with the kiddos. Interested in being a Storytime reader? Sign up here!
Come gather, listen, imagine, and make some bookish memories with us.
Children's Story Time Saturday
A love of reading starts with a story.
Join us for Storytime Saturdays at Lakeside Books! Bring your little readers in for a short, cozy storytime and a chance to discover the joy of books together.
We’re also looking for community members who would love to come in and read a story with the kiddos. Interested in being a Storytime reader? Sign up here!
Come gather, listen, imagine, and make some bookish memories with us.
Children's Story Time Saturday
A love of reading starts with a story.
Join us for Storytime Saturdays at Lakeside Books! Bring your little readers in for a short, cozy storytime and a chance to discover the joy of books together.
We’re also looking for community members who would love to come in and read a story with the kiddos. Interested in being a Storytime reader? Sign up here!
Come gather, listen, imagine, and make some bookish memories with us.
Author Event - Jesse Bergstrom
Join Lakeside Books on Saturday, October 17 for an author event with Jesse Bergstrom, author of Snail’s Sunflower, his debut picture book about friendship, care, growing, and the seasons of life.
Jesse will read Snail’s Sunflower at 11:00 AM, with book signings beginning at 11:15 AM.
Saturday, October 17 | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Lakeside Books
9 W 1st Street, Basement
Waconia, MN 55387
Come hear the story, meet Jesse, and bring home a signed copy of Snail’s Sunflower.
Children's Story Time Saturday
A love of reading starts with a story.
Join us for Storytime Saturdays at Lakeside Books! Bring your little readers in for a short, cozy storytime and a chance to discover the joy of books together.
We’re also looking for community members who would love to come in and read a story with the kiddos. Interested in being a Storytime reader? Sign up here!
Come gather, listen, imagine, and make some bookish memories with us.
Ribbon Cutting
We’re excited to welcome the Waconia community to Lakeside Books as we celebrate this new chapter with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Waconia Area Chamber of Commerce and its Chamber Ambassadors.
Come celebrate with us and take a look inside Waconia’s newest community bookstore and gathering space.
📅 Thursday, October 15
⏰ 10:00-10:30AM
📍 Lakeside Books, 9 West First Street, Basement, Waconia
We’d love to celebrate this special moment with you!
Children's Story Time Saturday
A love of reading starts with a story.
Join us for Storytime Saturdays at Lakeside Books! Bring your little readers in for a short, cozy storytime and a chance to discover the joy of books together.
We’re also looking for community members who would love to come in and read a story with the kiddos. Interested in being a Storytime reader? Sign up here!
Come gather, listen, imagine, and make some bookish memories with us.
Pre-opening Book Sale
You’re invited to our Pre-Opening Sale!
Tuesday, September 8 · 5:00–8:00 PM
Come shop the shelves early, explore Lakeside Books, and celebrate with us before our Grand Opening on Thursday, September 10.
Registration is free and helps us prepare for the evening. We’d love to see you there!
Register HERE so we know to expect you!
Fundraising Happy Hour at The Garage Bar & Bowl
Join us for a Fundraising Happy Hour at The Garage Bar & Bowl on Tuesday June 9th from 3:30–5:30 PM in support of Lakeside Books.
Enjoy great food, drinks, and community while supporting your local nonprofit bookstore coming to Waconia. During this time, a portion of all sales will go directly toward supporting Lakeside Books and our mission to create a welcoming community bookstore space.
Bring your friends, grab a drink, and help support something special coming to the community. We can’t wait to see you there!