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...
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...
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!
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...
Experience the Ordway in a new light on the threshold of All Hallows Eve in this meditative collaboration with Liquid Music, featuring the SPCO debut of Roomful of Teeth vocalist Eliza Bagg.
Local school children march through our historic Main Street Join us in celebrating our elementary students participation in Anoka Halloween’s oldest tradition. Marching bands and costumes for all to enjoy. Click HERE to view the 2026 parade map.
A downtown tradition returns this October! Downtown Trick or Treat is on Friday, October 23, from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Bring your little ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and princesses (age 12 and under) to Downtown Elk River for an afternoon of safe, family-friendly fun. Local businesses and organizations welcome trick-or-treaters while...
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.
We invite your family to join us at our annual Trunk or Treat! Come enjoy candy, cider, popcorn, games and more! Cars will be decorated with various themes and/or festive decor and handing out candy and other treats. Open to the community! Dress up and bring your own bag or...
We welcome the community to celebrate with Bollywood dance, live music, artisan vendors, henna and festive bites! Free & open to the public! The Edina Asian American Alliance (EAAA) and 50th & France are excited to bring their annual Diwali Celebration to light on Friday, October 23, 2026. This Festival...