Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents The Greatest Show On Earth® is back and reimagined for a new generation, bringing a fast-paced, high-energy circus experience to St. Paul, Minn. playing Grand Casino Arena from October 22-25, 2026 – returning to the Twin Cities after more than 20 years! Tickets for The Greatest Show On Earth are...
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 the Fabulous Armadillos & Friends What’s Goin’ On? – Songs From the Vietnam War Era is a powerful concert experience that blends live music, narration and video to take audiences on a multimedia journey through the ’60s and early ’70s—and of course, the Vietnam War. Through song and imagery,...
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...
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...
Public viewing will be October 23th & October 24th and again October 30th & 31st from 6:30pm-9:30pm Anoka Halloween Inc would like to thank ALL this years participants and appreciate all the time and effort put into creating these incredible displays. *The contest was open to addresses within a 5-mile...
See birds up close and watch the experts band birds at CNC. Banding runs continuously, so come and go as you please. Donations of bird seed and suet are appreciated in place of a program fee. In case of inclement weather such as heavy rain or snow banding may be...
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 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...
Pre-registration required – Registration Here Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 Program Fee: $5 or $3 for ‘Friends of CNC’ These programs introduce children ages 2-5 to nature in a fun and safe environment. Listen to stories, spend time outdoors, make a craft and meet CNC’s live animals. Children...
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...
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.
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...