James J Hill Days Features Dachshund Races!

From the Explore Minnesota web site:
James J Hill Days Wayzata:
An old-fashioned celebration on the shores of Lake Minnetonka. Arts and crafts fair, food fair, business expo, parade, dachshund races, Kids Carnival and special shows. 100 classic and antique cars. Engine #261 steam locomotive train rides.
Dates: September 8, 2006 to September 10, 2006

Dachshund races would make "The Empire Builder" proud.