Franklin, Minnesota - Catfish Capital of Minnesota
- Address:
- Franklin, MN
- Directions:
- Franklin is in southwestern Minnesota on State Highway 19 and overlooks the Minnesota River Valley.
- Phone:
- 507-557-2259
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Franklin, Minnesota - Kiss the Catfish - Catfish Derby Days Catfish Derby Days is an annual city celebration in Franklin, MN. It is always held on the 4th weekend in July and this year will be the 32nd year, July 27, 28, 29, 2007. There is a fishing contest and a "Kiss the Catfish Contest," and many other events. Franklin claims to be the Catfish Capital of Minnesota. [Wendy Pederson, 04/27/2007]
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