As the largest farmer-managed market in the state, we serve as a community resource, a meeting place, a tourist draw, and most importantly, a place to access Minnesota's greatest selection of fresh produce, plants, and locally made products. Our roots in Minneapolis started in 1876 at the corner of First...
As the nights grow longer and the air becomes crisp, thoughts turn to all things Halloween, including owls! This fall, enjoy a relaxing self-guided hike as you test your know who and discover fascinating facts about owls in Minnesota. Trails are open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Celebrate the vibrant beauty of autumn at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum! From whimsical scarecrows to an extraordinary pumpkin display, fall is bursting with creativity, color and seasonal charm. Starting Sept 18, stroll through delightful displays of scarecrows crafted by Arboretum staff, artists and visitors alike around the theme...
Soak up the last of summer before the leaves begin to change around the Arboretum. Check out "Garden Highlights" updated weekly, to see what's blooming on the grounds and the soon-to-be best spots to see the fall color. Some of our favorite trails include the walk to the Farm, the Sensory...
Join Dodge Nature Preschool teacher Melissa Tobias, M. Ed., for a six-week fall series of Nature Tots classes! Curiosity will guide you through the Nature Tots program where families will explore the woodlands, farm, and animals at the nature center. Each class will include a group gathering time, a short walk...
Join us Friday, October 16 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM for an enchanting Story Time Canoe Paddle! We’ll combine the magic of story time with the outdoor beauty of a gentle canoe paddle on south Minneapolis’ Chain of Lakes. Together in our 10-person North canoes, we’ll sing and paddle on Bde...
Join us for a season full of fun, family-friendly activities at Pahl’s Market Fall Festival! Running from September 20th through October 31st, this event is the perfect way to celebrate the autumn season with your loved ones. Pahl’s Market’s Fall Festival is the ultimate way to celebrate autumn with family...
Experience the beauty of a special place in the Twin Cities! The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden is the oldest public native plant garden in the United States. Located in the heart of Minneapolis, it brings together a diverse collection of plants in woodland, wetland, and meadow habitats in just 18...
Stop by the Anoka Halloween gift shop for official Halloween Capital of the World mugs, apparel and spooky souvenirs. The shop also features a small museum sharing how Anoka earned its famous title.
Sever's Fall Festival in Shakopee, Minnesota, packs a full day of family activities into its cornfield grounds. The centerpiece is the legendary Corn Maze Challenge, where completing the maze can win you $500 in cash. Admission covers a long list of attractions: the corn maze, corn pits and an extreme...
Fresh Acres Farm's Fall Festival is a family-friendly autumn destination in Monticello, MN, held on weekends through September and October. Set on a family-owned farm that grows its crops naturally without synthetic chemicals, the festival packs in a full slate of activities: non-GMO corn mazes, a you-pick pumpkin patch, a...
Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze is a family-friendly fall attraction in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area featuring a large corn maze along with classic autumn activities. Visitors typically enjoy pumpkin picking, hayrides, a pumpkin patch, farm animals, a play area for kids, seasonal food and treats, and photo opportunities throughout...
During late September and October, the celebration of harvest time spreads at Anoka County Farms. The farm is filled with pumpkins of all shapes, sizes and colors, along with many fall activities! Visitors of all ages are welcome to stop by, we have something for everyone. $5 Cash Admission per...
Come to Choo Choo Bob's Train Store for a Train-Tastic story time! It’s educational & interactive! Come hear stories, songs and jokes about…TRAINS! Chugga, chugga! Choo Choo! See you there, Engineers!
It’s Fri-Yay! Join us every Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for a lively event geared towards children ages 2 to 5. We will feature local performers, special storytimes, community helpers, arts activities, and more!
Fans of more traditional Classical and Romantic music will delight in this airy program highlighting 18th-century works.
Drop in to hang out and make cool stuff at FunLab! Featuring crafts, science experiments, engineering projects, video games, and more. This program is designed for ages 7-11.
Trick or treat along the trail before doing a little BOOgie at the Amphitheater. End the night with a special treat. Choose your start time! Arrival time tickets are available for 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6pm and 6:15pm.Tickets are only needed for those participating in the trick or treat activities. You must...
Yoga for kids (and monsters!) designed to support physical wellness and emotional regulation. Join our friendly monster puppet, Rah, as you move your body in playful yoga poses inspired by emotions and practice breathing tools to help calm and release big feelings. Monster Yoga was created in collaboration with Ananya...
The Fall St. Paul Art Crawl at Schmidt will take place October 16-18. Begin the St. Paul Fall Art Crawl at the historic Schmidt Brewery-turned artist living and creative workspace. Observe over 80 artists, artisans, and makers exhibiting their work throughout the Brewhouse. Check out the paint studio, ceramic studio,...
Ready to refresh your home or wardrobe? Shop from local artists with a wide variety of options at Union Depot including painters, photographers, mixed media artists, jewelry designers and more! Come support local makers and bring home a new piece of art. The event will be held: Friday, October 16:...
As the neighborly forest animals gather in the rabbit’s den – under Mr. McGregor’s Garden – for a surprise party for Peter Rabbit, the animals soon realize Mr. McGregor has terrible plans for the land around Peter’s burrow. Featuring beloved characters from the classic Beatrix Potter tales and a variety...
Fans of more traditional Classical and Romantic music will delight in this airy program highlighting 18th-century works.
Twelve Kinds of Ice Glide through the ever-shifting magic of winter as Ellen recalls childhood memories of icy adventures with her loving father. In this world premiere musical, cold temperatures and warm hearts unite to tell a tender story that takes us from spotting the first glaze of ice to...
Beetlejuice Jr. October 2 - 18 Music & Lyrics by Eddie Perfect Book by Scott Brown & Anthony King Based on the Geffen Company Picture, with a story by Michael McDowell & Larry Wilson The ghost-with-the-most takes the stage in this wildly funny musical based on the beloved film and Broadway...