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...
Pea Pods for Preschoolers provides the opportunity for you and your little one to be enchanted by the world of plants. Kindle a sense of awe for the changing season through the eyes of a child as you reawaken it within yourself! Enjoy exploring at your own pace through planting, harvesting,...
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...
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...
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!
Before runners hit the streets for Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend, the festivities start at the Health & Fitness Expo at Saint Paul RiverCentre! As part of the official kickoff to Marathon Weekend, the Expo unites participants, partners, and the Twin Cities community with official race merchandise, interactive exhibits, and...
Hours: Friday: 11am - 8pm Saturday: 11am - 8pm Sunday: 11am - 5pm Gate Admission $10 - Adults (12 Years and Older) $5 - Kids (5 - 12) FREE 4 & Under *The Anoka County Fair Tickets are not accepted at this festival* Activities included with Gate Admission: Hay Rides...
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.
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...
Whether you wake up at 4 a.m. to lace up or spend the night before hand-lettering motivational signs, the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend has a place for you. There’s no other running event that weaves a winding path through two major cities, circles around three urban lakes and travels...
On the first Friday of every month, from 6- 9 p.m., artists throughout Lowertown open their studio doors or team up with a local venue for a pop-up table for an evening that celebrates the creativity, history, and vibrant community that define our neighborhood. During Lowertown First Fridays, local galleries...
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...
The Thorn, a powerful and popular theatrical event, seen live by over one million people, will return this Fall 2026 with 23 performances throughout September and October. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, The Thorn continues its legacy of bringing the passion of Jesus to life through a visually stunning and emotionally...