Welcome to Potato Days News. This page is designed to keep you informed of the latest news and announcements concerning this year's Barnesville Potato Days Festival. Keep checking this page to find out the latest on what's going on with the Barnesville Potato Days Festival!

New Event this year - 1st Annual Spud Bowl

On Saturday of the Festival at the Barnesville High School Football Complex you can cheer on your favorite team for the day! What better way to celebrate Potato Days but to start it off with a high school football scrimmage. Games will begin at 9:00 a.m.

Jack Shulstad food drive to benefit food pantry
A memorial food drive to honor Jack Shulstad will benefit the Barnesville Food Pantry. [Read Story]

Fuse to entertain during 2011 streetdance
“Fuse” is a five-piece variety band that has fast become one of the areas hottest bands. Each of its members come from various musical backgrounds and have years of experience in the music industry. Their explosive vocals and energized playing style makes for a unique and entertaining show for all who hear them.
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4,000 people want to see you at the parade!
One of the highlights is always the parade, with upwards of 170 units! All along the parade route thousands of people pack the sidewalks and street ... here’s your chance to get in on the action. [Read Story]

2011 brings spud'riffic' events to annual festival
Food, family fun and many events make up the Potato Days Festival, held this year on Friday and Saturday, August 26 and 27 in Barnesville, Minnesota. [Read Story]

Party at the Nest scheduled Monday, June 13th
A great opportunity for the whole family while supporting the Potato Days Festival! [Read Story]

United States Military Vet Motorcyle Club giving rides for charity! Ever wonder what it would be like to cruise around Barnesville on a motorcycle? Here's your chance and give back to charity! [Read Story]