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,...
Rock and polka away under the ROC in a Bavarian-themed setting. A live polka band, food trucks, beverages, beer, games and challenges for all ages. Plus prizes! The event is for all ages. Memorabilia is available for purchase. Fee: $5 per person at the gate; ages 5 and under free
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...
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 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...
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...
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...