Williams is a city in Lake of the Woods County, Minnesota, United States.

It developed with the Minnesota and Manitoba Railroad as a shipping center for timber products.

[6] According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.97 square miles (2.51 km2), all land.

[7] Williams is located along Minnesota State Highway 11 and County Road 2.

Williams is a gateway to nearby Zippel Bay State Park on the South Shore of Lake of the Woods.

During this week there are a lot of activities for returning residents, family and friends.

The annual Potato Day Festival takes place at Williams in October.

[citation needed] The festivities include a parade, dance, and the naming of the Potato Day Queen.