• MN STEM Book Festival

    The Bakken Museum 3537 Zenith Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    MN STEM Book Festival is a free, day-long celebration of Science Communication featuring a book fair, author presentations and panels, children’s activities and free access to The Bakken Museum! 2026 will be the 2nd Annual #MNSTEMBookfest - we can't wait to see you there!

    Free
  • Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze | Brooklyn Park

    Twin Cities Harvest Festival 8001 109th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, United States

    Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze is a family-friendly fall attraction in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area featuring a large corn maze along with classic autumn activities. Visitors typically enjoy pumpkin picking, hayrides, a pumpkin patch, farm animals, a play area for kids, seasonal food and treats, and photo opportunities throughout...

    $20
  • Fall Festivities | Anoka County Farms

    Fall Festivities | Anoka County Farms
    Anoka County Farms 125 Bunker Lake Blvd NE, Ham Lake, United States

    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...

    $5,
  • U-Pick Apples, Activities & Hayrides | Brand Farms – Farmington

    Brand Farms 18605 Biscayne Ave. W, Farmington, MN, MN, United States

    September 5–November 1, 2026 Saturdays & Sundays, 10am - 6pm Bonus 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. Entry: $7 per person—including walkers—with children ages 2 and under admitted free. The fee...

    $7
  • Sever’s Fall Festival | Shakopee

    Sever’s Fall Festival | Shakopee

    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...

    $19 – $45
  • Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey | Grand Casino Arena

    Grand Casino Arena 199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, United States

    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...

    $25 – $90
  • Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey | Grand Casino Arena

    Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey
    Grand Casino Arena 199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, United States

    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, playing Grand Casino Arena from October 23-25, 2026 – returning to the Twin Cities after over two decades! You remember your...

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  • Resilinator Adventure Race by YMCA of the Northb | Hyland Lake Park Reserve – Bloomington

    Hyland Lake Park Reserve Bush Lake Road, Bloomington, MN, United States

    We're back for fall family adventure, designed to help you build resilience! The Resilinator is a buddy race for ages 5+ up taking place Saturday, the weekend before Halloween. Pair up with your buddy (costumes are optional, and always welcome!) and take part in this adventure race with lots of...

  • Pet Costume Contest | Everly Farms

    Everly Farms 6530 County Rd 26, Minnetrista, United States

    The orchard has officially gone high fashion.    Join us for the First Annual Everly Farms Pet Costume Contest & Fashion Show, where our Large Event Tent will transform into a runway for some of the best-dressed pets in Minnesota. We’re doing this like a real fashion show — just...

  • Twelve Kinds of Ice | Children’s Theatre Company – Minneapolis

    Children's Theatre Company 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    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...

    $25 – $80
  • Halloween Extravaganza | Dodge Center Nature Center (Cottage Grove)

    Dodge Nature Center- Cottage Grove 8946 70th St S, Cottage Grove, United States

    Let’s celebrate Halloween at Dodge Nature Center’s Shepard Farm Property in Cottage Grove! Trick-or-treat through the woods, ride on the tractor-pulled wagon to look for ghosts and goblins, and meet slithery creatures. Try your luck at field games to win extra treats, then settle in for some silly science skits...

    $8
  • Valleyfair Tricks & Treats

    Valleyfair Tricks & Treats
    Valleyfair One Valleyfair Drive, Shakopee, MN, United States

    Get ready for a frightfully fun fall tradition at Tricks and Treats, where Halloween magic comes to life with kid-friendly activities, live entertainment, seasonal treats, character encounters, and festive decorations throughout the park. It's the perfect way for families to celebrate the season together.

    $38 – $75