Explore Local, Win Big: Highlighting Businesses in Our Community Poker Walk

There’s no better way to celebrate our community than by stepping out, getting active, and supporting the incredible local businesses that make our town unique. Our upcoming 11th Annual Poker Walk combines the fun of a card game with the benefits of movement—all while spotlighting the businesses that help our community thrive.

We will be holding 4 poker walks during the week of – June 8th – 11th, from 10am – 5pm.

What’s a Poker Walk?

Participants walk to various local businesses, drawing a playing card at each stop. At the end of the route, the best poker hands win prizes! But everyone walks away a winner—because you’ve supported local and taken a healthy step (literally!) toward wellness.

Meet the Businesses Making It Happen:

Below is a list of the businesses who have signed up! We’re thrilled to partner with these amazing local spots:

  • A to Zinnia Floral & Gifts
  • August Schell Brewing Company
  • Brown County Public Health
  • Edward Jones – Drew Dauer
  • Gutes Essen Deli
  • InStyle Salon and Spa
  • Lykke Books
  • Mabel’s Merkantil
  • Mike’s Collision & Tire
  • New Ulm Chamber
  • New Ulm Medical Center
  • New Ulm Park & Recreation
  • New Ulm’s Own
  • The Legion
  • Oak Hills Living Center
  • Rooms and Rest
  • Wealth Management Solutions

Click here for Routes

These businesses are opening their doors not just to hand out cards—but to make meaningful connections with you. Each stop is a chance to learn, engage, and be reminded of the power of community.

So lace up your sneakers, bring a friend, and join us for a week of movement, fun, and local love. Dates are June 8th – June 11th, 10am to 5pm.

Poker Walk is brought to you by Wealth Management Solutions, the New Ulm Chamber of Commerce, and The Heart of New Ulm Project.

How to Play:

Goal: Have the best poker hand each day, interact with local businesses, get out and walk!

Get your cards: Daily from June 8th – 11th between 10 AM – 5 PM, 5 Daily participating businesses (1 card per business)
Submit your hand: Bring to the New Ulm Chamber office by 5 PM on the respective day.

Watch this information video to see how it works:

How to Win: 

  • Daily:
    • All valid hands submitted to the Chamber
    • Winner is randomly selected
  • Grand Prize:
    • Best hands from each day will be entered into a grand prize drawing worth more than $300+ from local businesses
    • Winner is randomly selected