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...
Make Thursdays your new favorite day to stop by Northern Soda Company! Join us every week for Happy Thursdays and enjoy $1 off all taps → $2.50 mugs, and $6 flights! It’s the perfect excuse to try something new, meet up with friends, or kick back and relax in the...
Hike an illuminated autumn trail at your own pace. Relax around a campfire while listening to live acoustic music. Hennepin County Libraries will provide a new Story Stroll to read on your hike each of the evenings. Bring your own snacks, beverages and s'mores. Stop in the building to view...
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...
Featuring Matt Riehle, John Jamison, Ben Bakken, Brianna Graham-Riehle and Jonny James & the Hall of Fames Experience the glorious vocals, bask in the glow of blazing guitar solos, give yourself the royal treatment… you deserve it! Jonny James and the Hall of Fames (The Song Remains the Same –...
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...