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  • October 2026

  • Tue 20

    The Sludge at Twin Cities Horror Festival | The Crane Theater – NE Minneapolis

    October 20 @ 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Sludge at Twin Cities Horror Festival
    The Crane Theater 2303 Kennedy St NE Unit 120, Minnneapolis, 55413, United States

    Precocious teen Harper finds a mysterious creature in the woods and sneaks it into their room, where cynical Viv is crashing for the summer. But when Harper and Viv's moms start being even weirder than usual, the kids must uncover the truth and save themselves before it's too late. Written...

    $10 – $16
  • Tue 20

    What’s Goin’ On?: Songs From the Vietnam War Era | Chanhassen Dinner Theatres

    October 20 @ 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM What’s Goin’ On?: Songs From the Vietnam War Era | Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
    Chanhassen Dinner Theatres 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, MN, United States

    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,...

    $53.35 – $77.30
  • Wed 21

    Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

    October 21 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis
    Minneapolis Farmers Market West Lyndale Avenue North 312, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

    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...

  • Wed 21

    Trivia on the Trails: Owl Trivia! | Dodge Nature Center

    October 21 @ 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Trivia on the Trails: Owl Trivia! | Dodge Nature Center
    Dodge Nature Center 1701 Charlton Street; Main Property Farm Entrance 3, West St. Paul

    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. 

  • Wed 21

    Scarecrows, Pumpkins and Fun!

    October 21 @ 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Scarecrows, Pumpkins and Fun!
    University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN, United States

    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...

    Free – $20
  • Wed 21

    Fall at the Arboretum | University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

    October 21 @ 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Fall at the Arboretum
    University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN, United States

    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...

    Free – $20
  • Wed 21

    Pahl’s Market Festival | Apple Valley

    October 21 @ 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Pahl’s Market Festival | Apple Valley
    Pahl's Market 6885 160th Street, Apple Valley, United States

    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...

    $10
  • Wed 21

    Tots and Trains | MN Transportation Museum

    October 21 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Minnesota Transportation Museum 193 Pennsylvania Ave. E. Saint Paul, MN, 55130, Saint Paul, MN, United States

    Join us at the Minnesota Transportation Museum on the first and third Wednesdays of the month for stories, crafts and fun for our younger train enthusiasts! Stories start at 10:30 with plenty of time to play and explore our Kid Zone. All Aboard!

  • Wed 21

    Wild Beauty: The Botanical Art of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium | Bell Museum – St Paul

    October 21 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wild Beauty: The Botanical Art of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium | Bell Museum – St Paul
    Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, St Paul, MN, United States

    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...

    $15.00
  • Wed 21

    Fall Festivities | Anoka County Farms

    October 21 @ 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM 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,
  • Wed 21

    Storytime | Red Balloon Bookshop

    October 21 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Red Balloon Bookshop 891 Grand Ave, St Paul, United States

    Join Storyteller Kelly every Wednesday and Storyteller Angela every Thursday at 10:30am for stories, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome at weekly storytimes, especially infants and toddlers ages  0-3!   For more information, call the store at 651-224-8320 and check our social media channels for any updates.

  • Wed 21

    Family Storytime | West 7th Library – St Paul

    October 21 @ 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Family Storytime | West 7th Library – St Paul
    West 7th Library 265 Oneida St., Saint Paul, United States

    Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended ages 0-5. Storytime will be in Room 112 of the West 7th Community...

  • Wed 21

    What’s Goin’ On?: Songs From the Vietnam War Era | Chanhassen Dinner Theatres

    October 21 @ 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM What’s Goin’ On?: Songs From the Vietnam War Era | Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
    Chanhassen Dinner Theatres 501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, MN, United States

    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,...

    $53.35 – $77.30
  • Thu 22

    Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

    October 22 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis
    Minneapolis Farmers Market West Lyndale Avenue North 312, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

    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...

  • Thu 22

    Trivia on the Trails: Owl Trivia! | Dodge Nature Center

    October 22 @ 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Trivia on the Trails: Owl Trivia! | Dodge Nature Center
    Dodge Nature Center 1701 Charlton Street; Main Property Farm Entrance 3, West St. Paul

    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. 

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  • Fall Fun
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    • 28 Free Fun Ideas
    • 15 Must-Visit Candy Shops in the Twin Cities
    • 14 Best Toddler Playgrounds in the Twin Cities
    • 8 Minnesota State Parks Near the Twin Cities​
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