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...
The Farmers Market Annex is located right next to the Minneapolis Farmers Market, creating one of the largest and most vibrant market destinations in the Twin Cities. While the main market is known for its long-standing farmers and fresh produce, the Annex offers a complementary mix of local makers, artisan...
For over 170 years, The St. Paul Farmers’ Market has been proud to enjoy the support of the community. That tradition of support continues today. We are the longest-running farmers’ market in the state of Minnesota. Established in 1854 by the St. Paul Growers’ Association, the market is a family-friendly...
Dust off your lederhosen and grab your favorite stein! Join us for two days of festive fun, fresh seasonal brews, live music, and incredible local food at Luce Line Brewing. Whether you are here for authentic Kölsch service, competitive stein holding, or smooth evening tunes, our taproom and patio are...
MCFM is a non-profit organization that was founded in June of 2006 by farm-to-table chef and restauranuer Brenda Langton, in collaboration with the Mill City Museum. With over 100 local farmers, food makers and artists, MCFM strives to build a local, sustainable and organic food economy in a vibrant, educational marketplace....
The 2026 St. Luke's Farmers' Market is held Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m from June 6 to Oct. 3. Since 2015, St. Luke has sponsored a farmers' market in its parking lot in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul. The vendors and selection varies throughout the season, but these are...
The Bloomington Farmers Market is a weekly gathering in which farmers, growers and producers sell their own products directly to the public, allowing consumers to have a direct relationship with the producer of the item they purchase. The market emphasizes quality and freshness.
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...
This living exhibit garden is co-curated by the Arboretum and community partners. Relying on knowledge passed through grandparents, the Original People's Garden features plants the Ojibwe people of the Woodlands and Great Lakes regions use as food and medicines. The exhibit highlights stories and plants that are often missing from...
Southwest Farmers Market launched in 2025 as the newest addition to the Neighborhood Roots family of markets. Formerly known as the Fulton Farmers Market, this reimagined and relocated market was created to better reflect and serve the diverse neighborhoods of South Minneapolis. Nestled near Minnehaha Creek, the market’s namesake bridge...
The Lindström Public Market is a curated, year-round indoor farmers market and food hall—designed for discovery, not convenience shopping. It brings together the region’s most exceptional small-batch growers, makers, and food producers in one shared space. Every product is handmade. Every producer has a story. And every visit invites you...
Cars and Caves, hosted by Chanhassen AutoPlex, is back for the 2026 season, taking place on the final Saturday of each month through September from 9 a.m. to Noon. Every month, funds raised will benefit a local non-profit from the generosity of guests who attend and offer donations. 100% of...
We invite you to take a walk with us at NAMIWalks Minnesota! United by our unique experiences, journeys, and stories, NAMIWalks is a beautiful celebration of each of us- individuals with mental illness, their family, loved ones, and their community. Funds raised directly support NAMI Minnesota's mission of education, advocacy,...
Second Annual Minneapolis Walk for 1 in 100 to Support Adults Living with Congenital Heart Disease Minnesota families, patients, healthcare professionals, and supporters will gather for the Second Annual Minneapolis Walk for 1 in 100, a family-friendly event raising awareness and funds for the Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA). Approximately...
In 2003, CNO began the Midtown Farmers Market with the help of numerous community partners and volunteers. Our market strives to value community, equitable access, alongside local cooperation, and collaboration. Each year an estimated 55,000 people visit the market, and in 2006, we became the first farmers market to accept...
The Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market is open rain or shine in the parking lot of St. Boniface Church, located at the corner of University Avenue NE and 7th Avenue NE in Minneapolis. Market Hours Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. May 9 through October 10, rain or shine Getting Here...
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...
Join us at Acorn Bookshop with Read With Me MN Bookclub for a special storytime featuring author Nekima Levy Armstrong reading J Is for Justice. Kids are asking big questions about the world around them — protests, marches, signs calling for change. This ABC book turns those questions into something kids...
Look, play, and learn with your child at Mini Mia! This free program occurs on the first Wednesday of the month and various Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Rotate through various kid-friendly activities at your leisure. Enjoy simple art making, a gallery experience specially designed for caregivers and...
Apple Festival is back at Gibbs Farm on September 26, 2026! Mark your calendars, and don’t miss this end of summer celebration. We will have apple samples and activities in our heritage orchard, apple treats, history tours, live music, crafts and nature activities. This is truly an all-ages event fun...
Join us for the free, family-friendly 31st Annual Wildlife Festival to celebrate the wildlife at Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge on September 26 from 10 am - 2 pm. Enjoy the engaging, hands-on activities at each booth, explore refuge wildlife and management, observe live animals and more!
The 2026 Wild Rice Festival in Roseville, Minnesota, takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and the event is held to celebrate Minnesota's fall harvest, local Native American culture, and the state's official grain.
Nestled in one of Prior Lake’s most charming and historic neighborhoods, the PSAW features more than 70 local and regional artists, performers, and vendors. It’s a grassroots celebration of art, community, and creativity—highlighting exceptional artwork, live demonstrations, talented musicians on our outdoor stage, delicious offerings from specialty food vendors and...
Explore the innovation process and learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Each activity includes a step-by-step guide and our expert staff is always on hand to help - no prior knowledge required! Science Studio is included in the cost of admission and activities change regularly.
Join us in downtown Hastings for the Main Street Market Fall Festival—a joyful day of browsing our retail shops and downtown businesses. Shop, Eat, Explore! #shoplocal We’ll have activities for adults and children sprinkled throughout the district. What to expect: 🎨 A 4' x 8' Community Mural by Dave Youngren, returning by popular demand...
Join us in the picturesque St. Croix River town of Afton, Minnesota, on September 26th and 27th, 2026, for the 48th Annual Afton Art in the Park — a two-day outdoor fine arts and makers market set in the heart of Afton’s charming Town Square Park. This beloved Upper Midwest...
The Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival is an annual two-day outdoor event in scenic Lakefront Park organized by the Phipps Center for the Arts in partnership with the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau. This juried art festival features 80+ exceptional regional artists with fine art...
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...
Join us for extra fun fall activities at the orchard, including magic shows, music, yard games and more! Our 15-acre corn maze will open mid-September! Fall pumpkin season begins late September and goes through the end of October. We have mini pumpkins, pie pumpkins, and pumpkins perfect for carving of...
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...
September 5–November 1, 2026 Saturdays & Sundays, 10am - 6pm Bonus Days: Hayrides, u-pick and activities are also open 10am - 6pm on Friday, September 25; Friday, October 9; Thursday, October 15; and Friday, October 16, 2026. Entry: $7 per person—including walkers—with children ages 2 and under admitted free. The fee...
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...
Presented by Invisible Wounds Project, Concert for a Cause, is an unforgettable night of music headlined by country superstar Chris Janson. An accomplished, award-winning artist, producer, and songwriter, Janson has amassed billions of global streams, Gold and Multi-Platinum awards, more than 10 million in sales as a solo artist, and excess...
Calling all cat lovers! The 93rd Annual Twin City Cat Fanciers CFA Cat Show returns to Saint Paul RiverCentre on September 26-27. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with over 100 cats from across the United States and Canada competing under nationally accredited judges of the Cat...
This free family event is a way for our community to share in the success of returning magnificent raptors back to the wild. Whether they suffered from a broken wing, lead poisoning, disease, or any other number of ailments, these raptors have been given second chances at life due to...
Invite friends and neighbors to join you to go through the corn maze, ride pedal cars, shoot the corn cannon, a barrel train ride, kid's axe throwing, and go on a wagon ride. This is a non-scary event! On Sunday, October 4, we're partnering with Joni & Friends for families needing additional help, learn more.
9:00-9:45 AM – Cardio Dance in the Park 10:00-11:00 AM - Free Yoga in the Park with YogaFit: BYO yoga mat or towel, meet in the field. 11:00 AM – Parade of Wheels: Help kick-start the festival by decorating your bike, scooter, stroller, wagon, or wheelchair and making your way...
The Kinderhaus is a dedicated 20-foot shaded family tent with seating, DIY crafts, pretzel necklaces, bracelet making, coloring, Kinder Bingo and plenty of bounce-house fun. Open Fridays (Sept 18 and 25) 4–6 PM and Saturdays (September 19 and 26) Noon–6 PM. Activities and seating are first-come, first-served. _______ Celebrate Oktoberfest...
Rev up your fall fun at the Rev It Up Fall Block Party at Twin Cities Harley-Davidson in Blaine! Spend the day shopping local vendors and makers, grabbing something delicious from the food trucks, enjoying live performers, playing games and having a chance to win some fun prizes. Bring your...
Taste of Northeast Festival at St. Mary's Saturday September 26, 12-9PM and Sunday September 27 12-6PM. St. Mary's Orthodox Cathedral, 1701 5th St. NE. Enjoy local ethnic foods including perohi, holubki, ustipci, as well as corn, fries, and more. Also featuring live entertainment, bingo and raffles, silent auction, kids' activities,...
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Minneapolis with one of the Twin Cities’ most traditional Oktoberfest experiences, featuring the area’s largest selection of German beer served under a massive festival tent inspired by the beer tents of Munich. Raise a stein of German favorites from Paulaner, Hacker-Pschorr and more, with Oktoberfest, Festbier, Hefeweizen...
For the FIRST TIME EVER, Utepils Oktoberfest is expanding to THREE WEEKENDS of German-inspired revelry! 🍻 September 11–12 🍻 September 18–19 🍻 September 25–26 That means THREE chances to: • Dress to impress with your dirndls and lederhosen. • Prove your strength in our legendary Stein Holding Contest. • Dance,...
The Nativity of Mary Fall festival brings together church, school, and surrounding communities for a joyful time full of fellowship and fun! Fall Festival highlights include delicious food, beverages, live entertainment, chili cook-off, bake sale, kid and adult games, raffle and silent auction.
The Jam Lab is a free monthly musical improvisation workshop for all ages and skill levels. Each session will feature diverse practices aimed at inviting collaborative musical creativity. We’ll play improv games to explore the varied forms music takes, sit in deep listening to sound and silence, talk about our...
Good sleep starts with staying active, and every kid deserves a safe, cozy bed to recharge. By joining Steps for Sleep, your movement turns into real impact. Walk with us at this free family-friendly community event to help provide new beds and Dream Kits to local children moving into stable...
Fan Appreciation Hat First 10,000 FansPresented by Northland Ford Dealers Twins will be playing the Texas Rangers.
See the Arboretum in a new light! Explore the Arboretum under the glow of the full moon during these special after-hours events that invite visitors to learn about astronomy and the natural world. Wander tea-light-lit paths to find the best moon-viewing locations, then gather by a cozy bonfire to roast...