Here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, we have many traditions. Fall brings scenic drives to catch the changing leaves in all their glory. In the winter, hockey and ice skating reign supreme. Spring is all about getting outside. But it may be summer that holds the most traditions of all. Barbecues and boating trips, swimming and fishing are some of Minnesota’s favorite summer traditions. There are more unusual ones, too. One of our favorites is one of the most charming spots in small-town Minnesota. Take a look:

Granite Falls is a small town of just 2,700 people about 125 miles west of Minneapolis.
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The town is part of the Minnesota River Valley, a region of Minnesota known for its beautiful landscape. If you take the scenic drive, it'll take you right to town.
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But the town's most lasting tradition is a 99-year-old popcorn stand.
Granite Falls Kiwanis Popcorn Stand/Facebook
It started on August 1, 1919, and it's still going strong today.
Granite Falls Kiwanis Popcorn Stand/Facebook

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Now run by the Granite Falls Kiwanis, the stand draws big crowds during its short season from Memorial Day to Labor Day every summer.
Granite Falls Kiwanis Popcorn Stand/Facebook
The stand's secret to success may be that it uses real dairy butter. With salty popcorn, this winning combo is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike.
Granite Falls Kiwanis Popcorn Stand/Facebook
Given its 1919 start date, it's only fitting that the stand serves another Minnesota tradition: 1919 Root Beer.
1919 Root Beer/Facebook
Next time you're in Granite Falls for the evening, make sure you stop by the stand. It's open 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m every night of the summer.
Granite Falls Kiwanis Popcorn Stand/Facebook
Not only will you get great popcorn in a charming setting, but you'll be supporting a good cause. All proceeds go to local youth activity reading programs.
Granite Falls Kiwanis Popcorn Stand/Facebook

Have you ever been to the Granite Falls Popcorn Stand? To learn more about this Minnesota summer tradition, check out their Facebook page here.

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