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SUMMARY:Fall Festival | St Odilia Catholic Church - Shoreview
DESCRIPTION:Fall Festival 2026 — Catholic Community of St. Odilia\nLocation: 3495 Victoria St. N.\, Shoreview\, MN 55126 \nFriday\, September 11\, 6:00–10:00 PM\n6:00–6:30 PM Latino Dancers: Ballet Folklorico. 7:00–10:00 PM Backyard Band. Latino food\, food trucks\, adult beverages. \nSaturday\, September 12\, 3:00–10:00 PM\nGames & inflatables\, raffles\, silent & live auction (live auction 6:30)\, book nook\, Latino food\, Men’s Club food\, dance party with The JEHM. \nSunday\, September 13\, 12:00–4:00 PM\nBingo\, games & inflatables\, live music & karaoke\, silent auction\, raffles\, face painting\, book nook\, Men’s Club food\, Latino food\, food trucks. \nRaffle drawing: Sunday\, September 13 at 4:15 PM. Cash raffle tickets $5 each (Grand Prize $3\,500; you do not need to be present to win). Quilt raffle tickets 1 for $2 or 5 for $5.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/fall-festival-st-odilia-catholic-church-shoreview/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:St Odilia Catholic Church\, 3495 Victoria St N\, Shoreview\, 55126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Kids,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Country Fest | St Patrick Catholic Church - Oak Grove
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 – 2:00pm-11:00pm \n\n\n\n\n2:00pm – Opening Events\, Games\, Country Store\, Bingo\, Silent Auction\, Food \n4:00pm – North Suburban Concert Band \n5:00pm – Mass \n6:15pm- RibFest \n7:00pm – Headliner: The Killer Vees (ends 9:30pm) \n9:30pm – Fireworks Display \n\n\n\n\nSunday\, September 13 – 10:00am-3:00pm\n9:00am – Mass \n10:00am – Silent Auction\, Country Store\, Cars & Coffee (ends at 2:00pm)\, Live Music by Small Town Radio\, Games and Food Booth Open \n11:00am – Mass\, Bingo \n12:15pm – LIVE Quilt Auction \n3:00pm – Silent Auction Ends\, Raffle Winners Announced ($10\,000 Grand Prize)\, Event closes
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/country-fest-st-patrick-catholic-church-oak-grove/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:St Patrick Catholic Church\, 19921 Nightingale Street NW\, Oak Grove\, 55011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Blue Grass Festival | Lake Elmo Park Reserve
DESCRIPTION:The annual Washington County Bluegrass Festival fuses community\, the great outdoors\, and homegrown bluegrass music. It’s our way of celebrating a successful summer season and giving thanks to everyone for supporting Washington County Parks. \nThe festival backdrop is beautiful Lake Elmo Park Reserve 2\,165-acre parkland\, 30 miles east of the Twin Cities metro area. As a park reserve\, 80% of the parks total land will be restored to pre-settlement\, native vegetation. It’s a great place to recreate\, camp\, and enjoy nature. \nBring your lawn chairs or blankets for an afternoon of enjoyment. Family Friendly. Camping available on-site\, food trucks on-site\, and face painting! Please\, no animals or alcohol at the festival. \nThe Bluegrass Festival is free. A vehicle permit is required to enter the park. \n2026 Lineup\n\n2 p.m. – Brotherhood of Birds\n3 p.m. – The High 48’s\n4 p.m. – Blue Groove Bluegrass\n5 p.m. – The Double Down Daredevils\n\nThe Emcee for the event is Pop Wagner and A Touch of Magic will be face painting.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/blue-grass-festival-lake-elmo-park-reserve/
LOCATION:Lake Elmo Park Reserve\, 1515 Keats Ave. N\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Consortium Carissimi: Cantatas of the Early Baroque | Reformation Lutheran Church - St Paul
DESCRIPTION:Cantatas of the Early Baroque \nExperience the birth of the Italian Baroque with an intimate evening of 17th-century Roman chamber cantatas. Masters Giacomo Carissimi and Luigi Rossi transformed vocal music by combining dramatic storytelling\, expressive recitatives\, and lyrical melodies—setting the stage for generations of vocal composition to come. \nMusic of Giacomo Carissimi and Luigi Rossi \nGiacomo Carissimi (1605–1674): Renowned for his expressive nuance and mastery of the early chamber cantata\, including dramatic laments like Lamento di Maria Stuarda. \nLuigi Rossi (1597–1653): A prolific master of vocal writing\, celebrated for his arie di più parti and emotive sacred cantatas like O grotta\, o speco\, o sasso. \nPerformance Details \nDate & Time:  Saturday\, September 12 and Sunday\, September 13 | 2:00 PM \nLocation:  St. Paul-Reformation Lutheran Church \nEnsemble: Soprano\, Alto\, Tenor\, Bass\, Harpsichord\, Violoncello\, Theorbo\, Violins \nTickets \nGeneral Admission – $25 \nStudents – Free \nPlease purchase tickets at our website:  www. consortiumcarissimi.org \nPlease note there is street level elevator access on the east side of entrance.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/consortium-carissimi-cantatas-of-the-early-baroque-reformation-lutheran-church-st-paul/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:St Paul – Reformation Lutheran Church\, 100 Oxford St N\, St Paul\, 55104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Dogtoberfest | Insight Brewing - Minneapolis
DESCRIPTION:We TRIPLE DOG DARE YOU to come to Dogtoberfest 3. 🌭🌭🌭 \nFrankly\, you’re not going to want to miss this. This wiener wonderland kicks off on Saturday\, September 12th from 1:00 – 8:00 PM\, and here’s what to expect: \n🌭 Three wiener trucks slingin’ dogs all day.\n🍽 Hot dog eating competition featuring local champs.\n☂ Hot dogs raining from the sky. (no joke)\n🎤 Live music from local hot dog enthusiasts.\n💉 Glizzy themed tattoo pop-up.\n👕 Super dope merch drop.\n🍺 Release of “The Kraut Pleaser” sauerkraut beer.\n😘 and so much more! \nCan’t wait to meat you there. 🍻
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/dogtoberfest-insight-brewing/
LOCATION:Insight Brewing & Taproom\, 2821 East Hennepin Avenue\, 55413\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Minneapolis,Oktoberfest,Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest | Utepils Brewing - Minneapolis
DESCRIPTION:For the FIRST TIME EVER\, Utepils Oktoberfest is expanding to THREE WEEKENDS of German-inspired revelry! \n🍻 September 11–12\n🍻 September 18–19\n🍻 September 25–26 \nThat means THREE chances to: \n• Dress to impress with your dirndls and lederhosen.\n• Prove your strength in our legendary Stein Holding Contest.\n• Dance\, sing\, and clap along to live music that’ll have the whole Beer Garden saying “Ein Prosit!”\n• Renew your wedding vows and remind your partner why they’ve put up with you all these years.\n• Feast on giant pretzels\, brats\, schnitzel\, and all of your Oktoberfest favorites.\n• Make unforgettable memories with family and friends.\n• Cheer on complete strangers like you’ve known them your whole life. (It’s an Oktoberfest thing.)\n• Celebrate Minnesota’s favorite German tradition in the Best Beer Garden in Minnesota. \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE! \nPre-Order and save $5 \nSaturday Table Reservations Available HERE \nEvent Lineup \nFriday\, Sept. 11
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/oktoberfest-utepils-brewing-minneapolis/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Utepils Brewing Company\, 225 Thomas Ave N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Minneapolis,Oktoberfest,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Grape Stomp | St Croix Vineyards
DESCRIPTION:Saint Croix Vineyards invites the community to experience Minnesota’s oldest and most beloved grape stomping tradition at our Annual Grape Stomp event on September 12 and 13. As the state’s ORIGINAL stomp\, this free\, family-friendly festival celebrates the timeless art of winemaking while offering a full day of entertainment\, food\, and fun for all ages. \n \nEvent Highlights\nGrape Stomping Competitions will take place at 12pm\, 2pm\, and 4pm each day\, with prizes awarded to participants of any age with the best grape-stomping style as determined by audience applause. Between scheduled competitions\, everyone will have the opportunity to try their hand – or feet – at this traditional winemaking method. \nLive Music will set the festive atmosphere throughout both days of the event: Saturday- Big Mike & the SS Express Band\, Sunday- Atomic Beat \nFree Vineyard and Winery Tours will be offered at 1pm and 3pm each day\, providing guests with an inside look at Saint Croix Vineyards’ winemaking process and the story behind their award-winning wines. \nFood and Refreshments will be available from local favorites Aamodt’s Apple Farm\, Asian Invasion Food Truck\, and Yummy Food-Greek Food Truck. Saint Croix Vineyards also sells a la carte picnic fixings and non-alcoholic beverages. \nComplimentary Mini-Massages will be provided by Parkview Chiropractic Clinic offering guests a chance to relax and unwind during the festivities. \nOf course\, no winery event would be complete without wine tasting. Guests can sample Saint Croix Vineyards’ collection of award-winning wines while enjoying the beautiful vineyard setting all day. \n \nFamily Fun for All Ages\nThe Annual Grape Stomp is designed as a multigenerational experience where children can safely participate in grape stomping alongside adults. The only requirement is a willingness to get covered in grape juice! \n \nWhether visitors choose to compete\, cheer on participants\, or simply soak in the festive atmosphere\, there’s something for everyone at this celebration of Minnesota’s wine country.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/grape-stomp-st-croix-vineyards/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:St Croix Vineyards\, 6428 Manning Ave N\, Stillwater\, 55802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: 17th Annual Art and Nature Festival | Silverwood Park - St Anthony
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and join in Silverwood Park’s 17th annual FIELD TRIP Arts and Nature Festival taking place Saturday\, September 12 from 12 to 4PM. Catch live outdoor music from artists Funk N Spuds and Yellow Ostrich\, shop artwork from local artists with Minneapolis Craft Market\, take part in guided art and nature activities with Silverwood educators\, plus enjoy local food trucks\, ice cream\, and a beverage vendor. This outdoor event is free\, for all ages\, and you may drop-in anytime.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/field-trip-17th-annual-art-and-nature-festival-silverwood-park-st-anthony/
LOCATION:Silverwood Park\, 2500 County Road E.\, St. Anthony
CATEGORIES:Art Festival,Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Minneapolis,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Lion's Roar Parade | Downtown Osseo
DESCRIPTION:It’s the pillar of the Osseo Lions Roar event—the Lions Roar Parade—and it’s one of the most favored events of the NW Metro area
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/lions-roar-parade-downtown-osseo/
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Saturday Sounds - Live Music! | Midtown Global Market
DESCRIPTION:Live Music at Midtown Global Market!
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/saturday-sounds-live-music-midtown-global-market/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Midtown Global Market\, 920 E. Lake Street\, Suite G10 \, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Live Music,Minneapolis,Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T110000
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SUMMARY:Lion's Roar Festival | Osseo
DESCRIPTION:Osseo’s hometown celebration returns for a weekend of parade\, music\, and small-town summer in the heart of the city. Presented by the Osseo Lions Club\, the Roar brings food vendors\, live entertainment\, family activities\, and a grand parade through downtown Osseo\, with proceeds supporting the club’s community and service work. Free to attend; food and activities available for purchase.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/lions-roar-festival-osseo/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Downtown Osseo\, Central Avenue\, Osseo\, MN\, 55369\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:25th Annual Jazz Fest | Selby Ave - St Paul
DESCRIPTION:The 25th annual Selby Ave JazzFest takes place on Saturday\, September 12\, 2026\, at Selby and Milton Avenues in Saint Paul\, Minnesota. This milestone silver anniversary celebration features live jazz performances—including headliner Cory Henry and artist Stokley Williams—alongside local food vendors\, art displays\, and family activities honoring the historic Rondo neighborhood. \n\n\nFeatured Artists: Performances by Cory Henry and Mint Condition frontman Stokley.\n\n\n\n\nMasterclass: Sunday\, September 13\, 2026\, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM featuring an exclusive session with Stokley at Walker|West Music Academy (650 Marshall Avenue).\n\n\n\n\nActivities: Live music stages\, community booths\, food trucks\, and local art vendors. [1\, 2\, 3\, 4\, 5]
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/25th-annual-jazz-fest-selby-ave-st-paul/
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Live Music,St Paul,Weekend
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T190813Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Arts Festival | North St Paul
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a vibrant day of art\, music\, food\, and fun for the whole family at the Autumn Arts Festival! Join us on Saturday\, September 12th\, from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm in downtown North St. Paul. This event is packed with art vendors\, activities\, and performances that you won’t want to miss! \nLet us know you’re coming on Facebook! \nHere’s what you can expect:\n\n50+ talented local artists and crafters selling their work\n5 Culturally rich performances throughout the day\, including our town’s own high school band: Polar Drift!\nTasty food trucks serving up a variety of delicious dishes from around the world\nFREE Festival activities like face painting\, sketch artist\, and more!\n\n\n\n\n\nPerformance Schedule\n\nGlobal Games\n11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nLet the games begin! Get ready for a whirlwind adventure around the world\, learning fascinating games and skill toys from different cultures! Come and jump in and play! Discover how fun can build skills\, confidence\, and a love for global cultures! \nMariachi Band\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nExperience the vibrant spirit of Mexico with Mariachi! Featuring soaring violins and trumpets\, lively vihuela\, and deep guitarrón rhythms\, this beloved ensemble brings the energy\, tradition\, and celebration of Mexican culture to the stage. \nChinese Chopsticks Dance\n1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nGet ready for a lively and joyful performance inspired by a 4\,000-year-old Chinese tradition! Watch chopsticks become playful dance props in this colorful Mongolian-inspired dance filled with rhythm\, movement\, happiness\, and passion. \nGlobal Rhythms Percussionist\n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nTake a musical journey around the globe with percussionist Mick LaBriola\, whose travels and studies have taken him from Jamaica and Morocco to India\, Jordan\, Spain\, and beyond. Experience the rich rhythms and sounds inspired by his international musical adventures! \nPolar Drift Band\n3:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nGet ready to groove with Polar Drift\, North High School’s student-run jazz and pop ensemble! From rock and R&B to jazz and funk\, these talented young musicians bring high-energy sounds and infectious rhythms to every performance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Festival Activities\n\nFace Painting\n11:30 AM – 1:30 PM \nDIY Community Craft Artist\n12:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nAirbrush Tattoos\n2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nCaricaturist\n3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/autumn-arts-festival-north-st-paul/
LOCATION:Autumn Arts Festival\, Margaret St N and 7th Ave E\, North St Paul\, 55109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Festival,Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Corn Maze | Rockpoint Church - Lake Elmo
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/corn-maze-rockpoint-church-lake-elmo/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Rockpoint Church\, 5825 Kelvin Ave. N. \, Lake Elmo\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Outdoors,Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T150000
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SUMMARY:Fulton Fall Festival | Fulton Neighborhoood
DESCRIPTION:The Fulton Fall Festival is held every year on the 2nd weekend in September \nAll activities at the Fulton Fall Festival are FREE. You only need to bring money for food and beverage. Join us for another year of family fun. \n2026 schedule of activities \n\n10:30 – Kids decorate bikes for the bike parade\n10:45 – Bike parade\n11:00 – Fall Festival food trucks\, activities and vendor marketplace opens!\n3:00 – Festival ends\n\nAll day events: \n\nFood trucks\nActivities for all ages\nSilent Auction\nVendor Marketplace
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/fulton-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Southwest Stadium\, 3523 48th St W\, Minneapolis\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Kids,Minneapolis,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Grandparents Day | Minnesota Transportation Museum
DESCRIPTION:Discover railroad history at Jackson Street Roundhouse for Grandparents Day. Explore the museum’s historic trains and exhibits\, make a craft\, enjoy a snack\, and take a ride in a caboose. Conversation starters throughout the museum invite families to share stories and connect the past with their lives today.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/grandparents-day-minnesota-transportation-museum/
LOCATION:Minnesota Transportation Museum\, 193 Pennsylvania Ave. E. Saint Paul\, MN\, 55130\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55130-4319\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Family Friendly,St Paul,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Storytime Trolley | Valley Bookseller
DESCRIPTION:The trolley will pick riders up at Valley Bookseller at 10:30 am. When you check in\, you will get your hand stamped. This stamp serves as your ticket to board the trolley and is good for a snack (from Candyland!) and 20% off a children’s book when your adventure is over. \nNOTE: Downtown Stillwater is busy on Saturday so arrive early to find a parking place\, walk to the bookstore and check in by 10:15. The bookstore opens at 10:00. \nReservations are required and space is limited\, so make sure to book online. The cost is $10.00 per person. Come join us for the fun. All Aboard!!
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/storytime-trolley-valley-bookseller/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Valley Bookseller\, Main Street North\, Stillwater\, Minnesota\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Kids,Storytime
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T110000
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SUMMARY:Watch the Beekeeper! | Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Get a peek at a day in the life of a beekeeper. (Except rainy days). Watch safely from inside through the building’s full-length viewing windows as the beekeeper at the Tashjian Bee and Pollinator Discovery Center inspects the Bee Center’s honey bee hives\, explaining the process as she goes during three viewing sessions: 10:30-11\, 11:30-12 and 1-1:30 pm.  Please reserve your gate admission on the website.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/watch-the-beekeeper-minnesota-landscape-arboretum/
LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outdoors
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T220000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T213101Z
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SUMMARY:St Paul Oktoberfest | Germanic-American Institute - St Paul
DESCRIPTION:Join us for St. Paul Oktoberfest\nGet into your Bavarian spirit at St. Paul Oktoberfest\, where the Germanic-American Institute transforms its beautiful grounds into a lively festival filled with music\, food\, and culture. Inspired by the world-famous Munich Oktoberfest and perfectly timed for Minnesota’s gorgeous September weather\, this unforgettable two-day celebration has something for everyone. \nEnjoy authentic bratwurst and other German favorites\, raise a stein of crisp German beer\, dance to lively polka bands\, and experience nonstop entertainment\, cultural performances\, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend. Whether you’re embracing your German heritage or discovering Oktoberfest traditions for the first time\, you’ll find plenty to celebrate. \nBest of all\, every brat\, beer\, and visit helps support the Germanic-American Institute’s mission. Festival proceeds fund language classes\, cultural programs\, and educational experiences that keep German heritage thriving in our community all year long. \nAdmission is free. Adults 21 and older may purchase a $10 wristband with a valid ID to enjoy beer and wine. Please note that pets are not permitted\, though service animals are always welcome.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/st-paul-oktoberfest-germanic-american-institute-st-paul/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Germanic-American Institute\, 301 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Oktoberfest,Outdoors,St Paul,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Taco Daze | Scandia
DESCRIPTION:Every summer\, the first Saturday after Labor Day\, Taco Daze draws together the heart of the community in a jubilant celebration of local talent and tradition. Sample the wares of local artisans\, bakers\, & unique food trucks\, check out some cool classic cars at the car show\, sip a beer while you cheer on your favorite firefighter in the water wars\, learn about our local heritage at the Gammelgården Museum and of course support the local Boy Scouts by devouring their delicious tacos. \nList of Events (subject to change)\nAt the Scandia Community Center: \nRaising of the Flag by the Scouts – 10 am\nPickleball Tournament (Scandia Parks and Recreation) – 9:30 am – 3:30 pm\nVendors\, Farmers Market\, and Non-Profits – 10 am – 4 pm\nCar\, Truck\, and Tractor Show – 10 am – 4 pm\nScandia-Marine Lions Food Truck – 10 am – 4 pm\nFood Trucks – 10 am – 4 pm\nGames and Activities for Children – 10 am – 4 pm\nMeister’s Beer Garden – 10 am – 5 pm\nScouts Selling Tacos – 11 am – 4 pm\nCrafts for Youth and Adults in the Heritage Room – 1 pm – 2:30 pm\nCoin Scramble for Children – 2 pm – 2:45 pm\n…..Ages 5 and under – 2:00 pm\n…..Ages 6-7 – 2:15 pm\n…..Ages 8-9 – 2:30 pm\n…..Ages 10-12 – 2:45 pm \nAt various locations in downtown Scandia: \nTrolley stops at various businesses\, parking lots\, and activities – 9 am – 5 pm\nActivities at Gammelgården Museum – 10 am – 4 pm\n…..Common Threads\, Celebrate Stitches – 10 am – 4 pm\n…..Birch: Art & Function (Exhibit) – 10 am – 4 pm\n…..Legacy in Leather – 10-am – 4 pm\n…..Antique Farm Equipment & Tractor Display – 10 am – 4 pm\n…..Board and Card Games Available for Use at the Museum\n…..Tours of the Historic Buildings – 10:30 am\, 1 pm\, 2:30 pm\nBingo at Meister’s – 1 pm – 3 pm\nRunning of the Meatballs – 3:30-4 pm\nParade (starts at the t-ball field on Oakhill Road and travels to the west towards Scandia Elementary School) – 4 – 4:30 pm\nZydeco Music 5-7 pm
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/taco-daze-scandia/
LOCATION:Scandia\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Sever's Fall Festival | Shakopee
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAdmission covers a long list of attractions: the corn maze\, corn pits and an extreme corn pit\, jumping pillows\, an obstacle course\, a straw bale maze\, tire mountain\, zip lines\, pig races\, an exotic petting zoo\, a kiddie train\, a play system\, antique tractors and fire trucks\, and photo ops throughout the grounds. Entertainment is included too\, with wildlife shows\, live music from the Blue Ox Jazz Babies\, straw sculptures and installations\, Carlson’s Lovable Llamas\, Norm the Magician\, and Kidsdance. \nA handful of attractions carry an extra charge\, including pony rides at $5 per rider\, the giant slide at $3 per rider\, and pumpkin blasters at $5 for 7 shots. Others include hay rides at $2 per rider for ages 4 and up\, pumpkins at $.49 per pound\, face painting\, the Apple Express\, an artisan market\, and inflatable axe throwing at $5 for 6 throws. Food and beverages and Sever’s own apples round out the offerings. \nThe festival is located at 3121 150th Street West\, Shakopee\, MN 55379.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/severs-fall-festival/2026-09-12/
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Kids,Outdoors,Weekend
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T181038Z
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SUMMARY:U-Pick Apples\, Activities & Hayrides | Brand Farms - Farmington
DESCRIPTION:September 5–November 1\, 2026 \nSaturdays & Sundays\, 10am – 6pm \nBonus 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. \n\nEntry: $7 per person—including walkers—with children ages 2 and under admitted free. \nThe fee covers a hay wagon ride to and from the activity and orchard areas. \nU-Pick apples\, apple cannons\, and paintball are available for an additional charge. \n\n  \nNew activities\, new photo opportunities\, more sunflowers\, new foods\, and so much more! Ready for destruction? The Apple Cannon cars are making their way to the activities area – shoot apples from the cannons and destroy every vehicle and prop out there! It’s our most popular activity because YOU get to shoot the cannons. Apple picking\, hayrides and memories await! \nExperience all our exciting fall activities with new activities\, new photo opportunities\, more sunflowers\, and new foods! The highlight is our Apple Cannon – shoot apples from the cannons to destroy cars and vehicles in the activities area. It’s our most popular activity! Pick fresh apples in our orchard\, enjoy scenic hayrides around the farm\, let the kids bounce on our giant jump pads\, play in the corn shed\, roll around in our hamster rollers\, and climb our famous straw mountain. Food trucks will be on-site with delicious treats. New photo spots throughout the farm provide perfect backdrops for family memories. Activities are suitable for all ages!
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/u-pick-apples-activities-hayrides-brand-farms-farmington/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Brand Farms\, 18605 Biscayne Ave. W\, Farmington\, MN\, MN\, 55024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Fall into the Arts Festival | Centennial Park - Edina
DESCRIPTION:The 22nd Annual Edina Fall into the Arts Festival is a vibrant community event benefiting the Edina First Responders Fund\, which helps keep our city safe and welcoming for all. Held at beautiful Centennial Lakes Park—often called one of the most scenic art fair locations in the Midwest—this festival is not to be missed. \nJoin us as we welcome approximately 250 talented artists\, food vendors\, and sponsors. You’ll discover a mix of exciting new artists and returning favorites showcasing a wide variety of media\, including photography\, jewelry\, pottery\, sculpture\, wearable art\, glass\, fiber\, wood\, and painting. There’s truly something for everyone!
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/fall-into-the-arts-centennial-park-edina/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Centennial Park\, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy\, Brooklyn Center\, MN\, 55430\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Festival,Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Fall Festival | Fresh Acres Farm - Monticello
DESCRIPTION: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 petting zoo\, wagon rides\, inflatables\, a corn pit\, a corn cannon\, bale mountain\, a combine slide\, yard games\, and playground equipment. Food vendors and seasonal photo ops round out the experience. With something for every age and a laid-back farm atmosphere\, it has become a regional favorite for families looking to celebrate the season close to home.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/fall-festival-fresh-acres-farm-monticello/2026-09-12/
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Kids,Outdoors,Weekend
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T180000
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SUMMARY:18th Annual Monarch Festival - Festival de la Monarca | Lake Nokomis Community Center - Minneapolis
DESCRIPTION:The next Minneapolis Monarch Festival will occur on Saturday\, September 12th\, 2026\, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Festival celebrates the monarch butterfly’s amazing 2\,300-mile migration from Minnesota to Mexico with music\, food\, dance\, hands-on art\, native plant sales\, and plenty of opportunities to get up close with monarch butterflies\, learn about their habitats\, and what you can do to make a difference. \nThe Festival will be held just east of the Lake Nokomis Community Center in the area bounded by E. Minnehaha Parkway\, Woodlawn Boulevard\, and E. Nokomis Parkway. Map & Directions. \nLike monarch butterflies this time of year\, we are busy! The festival is coordinating with our artist friends and science colleagues to bring you activities and learning opportunities at the 2026 Monarch Festival.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/18th-annual-monarch-festiva/
LOCATION:Lake Nokomis Community Center\, 2401 E Minnehaha Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55417\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Free Event,Minneapolis,Outdoors,Weekend
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T170000
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SUMMARY:The Backyard Pottery Sale | Peter Jadoonath Pottery - Shafer
DESCRIPTION:The Backyard Pottery Sale might be the most wholesome event you attend all autumn. In addition to some of the finest ceramics (and more!) the Midwest has to offer\, in the past we have been known to have special appearances by: hula-hooping children\, baskets of kittens\, and roaming chickens. Join us for fun\, friendship\, art\, and refreshments.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/the-backyard-pottery-sale-peter-jadoonath-pottery-shafer/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Peter Jadoonath Pottery\, 30208 Tern Ave\, Shafer\, 55074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Harvest & Hops Festival | Fresh Acres Farm - Monticello
DESCRIPTION:Prost to fall fun! The Monticello Chamber of Commerce\, Dahlheimer Beverage\, and Fresh Acres Fall Festival & Corn Maze invite you to celebrate the season Bavarian-style at the Harvest & Hops Oktoberfest?a festive day of German-inspired food\, drinks\, music\, and fall fun on the farm!\nPolka & Oktoberfest music Local craft beer + German-style brews Brats\, pretzels & German fare Get lost in the corn maze Artisan Alley featuring local makers & crafters Games\, photo ops & family-friendly activities Lederhosen & dirndls encouraged!
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/harvest-hops-festival-fresh-acres-farm-monticello/
LOCATION:Fresh Acres Fall Festival\, 8102 72nd ST NE\, Monticello\, MN\, 55362\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Oktoberfest,Outdoors,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Sunflower Festival | Waldoch Farms - Lino Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Sunflower Festival\,  U-Pick Flower and Sunflower Field. Starting August 13th on Thursdays – Sundays until September 13th!\nWaldoch Farm Garden Center’s love of flowers and nature has spilled over into acres of gorgeous sunflowers! Come and walk through thousands of blooms spreading down the hill like liquid sunshine. Photo opportunities and U-Pick flower areas allow you to take home a handful of summer for yourself. \n\nWe have planned the sunflower field to start blooming early August for our Early Sunflower Bloom Days. With areas of full Sunflower Bloom around the second week of August and finishing in mid-September. The Flower Fields are open with Joyer Adventure Farm admission.\n\nThe stroll will be an awe-inspiring way to experience the wonders of nature and agriculture. We have planned to seed six full acres of sunflowers in an area of around six football fields\, with 150\,000 seeds to create this beautiful strolling landscape.\n\nDuring the sunflower blooms there are hayrides to the sunflower field and U pick flower fields.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/sunflower-festival-waldoch-farms-lino-lakes/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Waldoch Farm\, Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, Minnesota\, 55014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outdoors,Summer Festivals + Events,Weekday,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Art in the Park | Lake Nokomis - Minneapolis
DESCRIPTION:Come make art with us! Mia provides free art activities for all ages at these Minneapolis park events. Join us to celebrate the warm weather and try our various art projects. \nLocation\nMinneapolis Parks \nCost\nFree \nSeptember 12 Monarch Festival at Lake Nokomis\, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (49th Ave and Woodlawn Blvd) \nThe Monarch Festival celebrates the monarch butterfly’s amazing 2\,300-mile migration from Minnesota to Mexico with music\, food\, dance\, native plant sales\, and plenty of opportunities to get up close with monarch butterflies\, learn about their habitats\, and discover what you can do to make a difference. Make monarch-themed art with Mia and other local organizations. \nSeptember 19 Van Cleve Park\, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. (901 15th Ave SE) \nSaturday\, September 12\, 2026\n10:00 am to 4:00 pm \nSaturday\, September 19\, 2026\n11:00 am to 2:00 pm
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/art-in-the-park-mia-minneapolis-2/
LOCATION:Lake Nokomis\, 4955 West Lake Nokomis Parkway\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55417\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,Free Event,Kids,Minneapolis,Weekend
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T150000
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SUMMARY:Field Fest | Farm at the Arb - Chanhassen
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the family farms that feed and fuel the world at the Farm at the Arb’s annual harvest celebration! This year’s festivities include hands-on activities (dig up a sugar beet!) that shine a spotlight on Minnesota’s vital sugar beet industry and grower Mary Sue Kruger. Discover the essential link between Minnesota’s expansive beet fields and the sugar found in your kitchen while exploring the profound impact of this local crop on our regional food systems. Be sure to reserve your admission on the website today!
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/field-fest-at-the-arboretum/
LOCATION:Farm at the Arb\, 3210 W 82nd St\, Chanhassen\, MN\, 55317\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals + Events,Family Friendly,Outdoors,Weekend
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum":MAILTO:arbinfo@umn.edu
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