WAYZATA, Minn — The 51st annual James J. Hill Days festival arrives this weekend in Wayzata, offering a variety of festivities to suit every taste.

Organizers of the three-day festival — starting Friday and running through Sunday — said they expect more than 80,000 guests.

Live music will fill the streets all weekend long, as various performances are scheduled to take place at the Sandvold Stage, located at Minnetonka Avenue and Lake Street. The festival kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. with Private Oates taking the stage, followed by Stereo Kitchen at 7:30 p.m.

This year's lineup also includes Taylor Roberts with Roll N Soul, Powertrap, and High & Mighty on Saturday. On the last day of the festival, ACES & 88's Dueling Pianos and Dance Esteem will make it worth it to bring your dancing shoes

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