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X-WR-CALNAME:Minneapolis · outdoors · Saturday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Statewide Star Party 2026 DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260920T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T182124Z UID:10010845-1789668000-1789858800@www.minnesotaparent.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:From September 17-19\, thousands of Minnesotans will look to t he night skies and celebrate Ursa Minor\, the state’s official constella tion and home of Polaris\, our beloved North Star. \nUrsa Minor became the official constellation of the state of Minnesota in 2025. Ursa Minor is a lso known as the little dipper. Its stars make a shape like a ladle. Ursa minor’s brightest star is Polaris\, the north star\, and is at the end o f the handle of the dipper. \nPolaris is called the north star because it always is located due north and is useful for navigation in the northern h emisphere. That’s why Ursa Minor is a fitting constellation for Minnesot a\, whose state motto is “The Star of the North.” \nFind a star party at host sites across the state: bellmuseum.umn.edu/statewide-star-party-20 26 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T182124Z LOCATION:Various Locations\, Various Locations URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/event/statewide-star-party-2026/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/things-to-do-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dead End Hayride DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTSTAMP:20260912T180355Z UID:6406@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Ride the Dead End Hayride through a deep\, dark 160-acre wood and farmland. After encountering zombies\, cannibal families\, flying gobl ins-wielding-chainsaws and other deranged horror scenes while on the creep y hayride\, guests can explore haunted houses. Onsite food trucks\, bevera ges\, bonfires round out the night. Make a day of it and visit Pinehaven F arm and the Great Pumpkin Trail. Recommended for ages 13+\, no one under 1 0 admitted. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T180355Z LOCATION:Pinehaven Farm\, 28186 Kettle River Blvd\, Wyoming\, MN\, 55092\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/dead-end-hayride/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chanhassen Bone Adventure (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T110000Z DTEND:20261003T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T051123Z UID:3738@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Take your dog out for a hike and search for ten painted bone s igns along Chanhassen’s 66 miles of trails. Take a photo of pup with the bones and show them to Chuck & Don’s Chanhassen to receive a free dog t reat. You'll also be entered into a grand prize drawing. No fee to or purc hase to participate. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T051123Z LOCATION:Chuck & Don's Chanhassen\, 7818 Market Boulevard\, Chanhassen\, M N\, 55317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-bone-adventure/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Union Depot Ghost Tours DTSTART:20260918T231500Z DTEND:20260920T004500Z DTSTAMP:20260819T123140Z UID:3964@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Best for older kids (or maybe a date night?)\, the 90-minute g uided walking tour of Union Depot explores the beautiful building's supern atural history. Tours run September 18 & 19. Tickets $27.47. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T123140Z LOCATION:Union Depot\, 214 4th Street East\, St Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/union-depot-ghost-tours/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nicollet Commons Splash Pad Scheduled to Close DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:5785@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:The water feature at Nicollet Commons is open the third weeken d in May through the third weekend in September\, weather permitting. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Nicollet Commons Park\, 12550 Nicollet Ave\, Burnsville\, MN\, 55 337\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/nicollet-commons-splash-pad -scheduled-to-close/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=m inneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Corn Maze DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20260903T000258Z UID:2871@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's Corn Maze will o pen for the fall season. This includes the 15-acre\, multi-phase corn maze themed "Country's Cool Again" and mini mazes such as the "no left turn" m aze\, straw bale maze\, rope maze and more yard games. There's even an a B arnyard Apple Blaster! Activities for all ages. Corn maze admission of $10 -$12/person does not include orchard general admission - see link for deta ils. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000258Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-corn-maze-openi ng-date-opening/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minne apolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Format present Saturdays In The Park DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260918T001156Z UID:first-avenue:2026-09-19:first-avenue:the-format-present-saturdays-in-t he-park@bestofmpls.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:The Get Up Kids\n\nhttps://first-avenue.com/event/2026-09-the- format-saturdays-in-the-park/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T001156Z LOCATION:First Avenue\, Downtown Minneapolis URL:https://first-avenue.com/event/2026-09-the-format-saturdays-in-the-par k/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Best of MPLS — Twin Cities Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://bestofmpls.com/now-showing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lebanon Hills Visitor Center - Trails DTSTART:20260919T123000Z DTEND:20260919T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T000408Z UID:36875-1789803000-1789808400@www.northstarrunning.com CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T000408Z LOCATION:Lebanon Hills Visitor Center\, 860 Cliff Rd\, Eagan\, MN 55123\, USA URL:https://www.northstarrunning.com/calendar/lebanon-hills-visitor-center -trails-8/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis -mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Northstar Running X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.northstarrunning.com/calendar/list END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scarecrows\, Pumpkins & Harvest Fun DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000047Z UID:6815@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:It's harvest season at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Back for another autumn\, Bachman's brings their Scarecrow Showdown for you to tour on Scarecrow Hill. You can cast your vote for viewer's favorite. \n \nMore fall family fun: Pumpkin Palooza starts October 1 and runs through Halloween. At Farm at the Arb kids will enjoy a corn maze with the U of M logo\, a mini straw bale maze\, yard games\, and giant pumpkin displays.\n \nAnd remember\, the AppleHouse is stocked with your favorite variety of f all's natural sweet treat - many developed right at the Arboretum.\n\nAttr actions are included with Landscape Arboretum admission of $20-$25/Ages 16 +\; free 15 & under. Reserve tickets online. Full event runs September 18- October 31\, 2026.\n\n[caption id="attachment_54488" align="aligncenter" w idth="600"] 2023 Scarecrow Entry - Image courtesy Landscape Arboretum.[/ca ption]\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum ev ents LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000047Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/scarecrows-pumpkins-harvest -fun/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Early Birders - September DTSTART:20260919T133000Z DTEND:20260919T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062152Z UID:10013431-1789806600-1789813800@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Saturdays in September: 8:30-10:30am \nLearn to observe and id entify birds by sound and sight as you walk through the Garden and Wirth P ark with a Garden Naturalist. \nNo registration necessary\, meet at the Ga rden’s parking lot. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062152Z LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/early-birders-septembe r/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapo lis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Buffalo Great Outdoor Fair (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:3060@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:This weekend\, the city of Buffalo is all about encouraging yo ur family to get outside and try some new activities\, hear presentations from environmental educators\, shop vendors and artisans and learn about l ocal parks programming. Admission and activities are free.\nFamily fun at Buffalo Great Outdoor Fair\n\n Voyageur canoes\n Archery range\n Kid Zo ne\n Scavenger hunt\n  Crafts\n Library storywalk\n Demos from organi zations such as the Raptor Center\n\nMore information\n\n The Great Outdo or Fair LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Sturges Park\, 505 2nd Ave S\, Buffalo\, MN \, 55313\, United Sta tes URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/buffalo-great-outdoor-fair/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Country Sun Farms Saturday Fall Fun DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T060216Z UID:6625@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:At Country Sun Farm your kids can delight in a giant corn pit outfitted with buckets\, slides and toys\, a bounce house\,  Silly String Zone\, make your way through the corn maze\, enjoy the fall scenery on a hay ride\, and pan for gems. Plus\, grab your pumpkins for Halloween. FREE . Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T060216Z LOCATION:Country Sun Farm\, 11211 N 60th St\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55042\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/country-sun-farms-saturday/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Trail Loppet DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062152Z UID:10014532-1789808400-1789808400@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062152Z LOCATION:Theodore Wirth Park\, Theodore Wirth Parkway\, Golden Valley\, MN \, 55422\, United States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/trail-loppet/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Twin Cities VisionWalk DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062152Z UID:10014534-1789808400-1789808400@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062152Z LOCATION:Lake Harriet\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/twin-cities-visionwalk /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Park Siding Park Gardening DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062152Z UID:10014060-1789808400-1789815600@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Come Garden with Us at Park Siding Park! \nDates: Third Saturd ay\, May-September\, 9-11am/noon – whenever we finish! \n* RAIN DATE is the following Wednesday at 5:30pm \nLocation: Park Siding Park\n3113 W 28t h St. Minneapolis\, MN. 55416 \nSupplies: Gloves and tools will be provide d \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in seve re weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NEEDED – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign up here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062152Z LOCATION:Park Siding Park\, 3113 W 28th St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55416\, Un ited States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/park-siding-park-garde ning/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minne apolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lowry Bird Banding (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T180152Z UID:2649@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Learn about wild songbirds and the process of banding. This pr ogram is entirely outdoors. Drop in anytime. Free for all ages.\n\n[captio n id="attachment_6854" align="aligncenter" width="440"] Bird Banding at Lo wry Nature Center. Courtesy of Three Rivers.[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T180152Z LOCATION:Lowry Nature Center\, 7025 Victoria Drive\, Victoria\, MN \, 5538 6\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lowry-birds-free/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Arboretum Drop-In Discovery Booths DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060048Z UID:2562@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:A visit to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum may be more kid-f riendly than you think. Besides all the open green space for younger ones to wander freely\, there are hands-on educational (and fun!) opportunities sprinkled in among the gardens. Drop-in Discovery Booths offer simple nat ure activities families can complete at their own pace. New topics every m onth to keep things fresh. The booths are open 10am-2pm\, Saturdays. Inclu ded with Arboretum admission of $20/adults (in advance)\, FREE for kids un der 16.\n2026 Summer Discovery Booth schedule\n\n June 6\, 13\, 20 & 27\n July 4\, 11\, 18 & 25\n August 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 & 29\n September 5\, 12 \, 19 & 26\n October 3\, 10 & 17\n\nDiscovery Booth themes\nAs these them es change with the seasons\, this list is an example of what you might exp erience during Drop In Discoveries at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum:\n \n Tulip "Guess Who"\n Ask a Scientist! Azaleas\n Painting azaleas with botanical dyes\n Ask a Scientist! Sustainable Lawns\n Vegetable Garden- in-a-Cup\n Pollination Investigation\n Tree Music\n Harvest Days (corn\ , potato\, Kernza\, apples)\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Drop-in Discovery Booths LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060048Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/arboretum-drop-in-discovery -booths/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-m n X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Morning on the Farm DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060048Z UID:2126@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The wonderful Gale Woods Farm is a great place for kids to exp lore what type of work you do on a farm. Every Saturday this summer kids c an help on a the farm -- poke around in the barn\, meet farm animals\, and even roll up your sleeves to help in the garden (Three Rivers recommends participants wear farm clothes). NOTE: While you can visit the park anytim e\, special events like this are the only chance you'll get to explore the barn. Reserve your spot at the link below. Cost is $6 per person. Drop In s welcome as space permits. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060048Z LOCATION:Gale Woods Farm\, 7210 County Road 110 West\, Minnetrista\, MN\, 55364\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gale-woods-saturday-morning -on-the-farm/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapo lis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shakopee CC Playtime - Pool DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060048Z UID:5595@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Little swimmers and splashers ages 0-6 have the zero-depth ent ry pool to themselves before the center opens to the general public for op en swim. Slides & water play structures will not be available during this time\, but some pool toys will be provided. Adults must accompany their ch ildren in the water\, but they pay no admission fee to do so. Please check the link provided as the open swim calendar is subject to change.\nShakop ee CC Playtime pool hours\n\n Thursday & Friday | 9-10:30am\n Saturday & Sunday | 9:30-11am\n\nCC Playtime admission\n\n $4/resident child\n $6/ non-resident child\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Shakopee Indoor Aq uatic Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060048Z LOCATION:Shakopee Community Center\, 1255 Fuller Street South\, Shakopee\, MN\, 55379\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/shakopee-cc-playtime-pool-s at/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Made in the Shade DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062152Z UID:10014533-1789810200-1789810200@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062152Z LOCATION:Bde Maka Ska\, Bde Maka Ska\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55416\, United S tates URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/made-in-the-shade/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bell Museum Open Birding (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T060047Z UID:2971@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Bell Museum's Learning Landscape for a guided bird -watching experience! Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from the Bell.\n\nNote: This is a FREE outdoor event. Regular admission is required to visit the museum. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T060047Z LOCATION:Bell Museum of Natural History\, 2088 Larpenteur Ave W\, Saint Pa ul\, MN \, 55113\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/bell-museum-open-birding/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Orchard Fall Fun DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060048Z UID:5806@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's will open for th e fall season of U-Pick raspberries\, blackberries and apples. Visit any d ay of the week for fresh fruit\, a unique playground\, petting farm and ha y rides plus more attractions added to the mix starting Labor Day weekend. $5-$7 general admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060048Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-orchard-fall-op ener/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St. Jude Walk/Run DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062152Z UID:10014531-1789812000-1789812000@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062152Z LOCATION:Boom Island\, 724 Sibley St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, Unite d States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/st-jude-walk-run/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnehaha Park Invasive Plant Management DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T062152Z UID:10014586-1789812000-1789819200@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join us for buckthorn removal (and other restoration activitie s) in Minnehaha Regional Park! \nDates: Wednesdays 6-8pm and Saturdays 10- noon\, June through September \nLocation: Meet at 4749 46th Ave S\, parkin g lot. Wabun Park Maintenance Facility. \nSupplies: Tools and instruction provided. Bring a water bottle\, gloves\, close-toed shoes\, long pants\, and clothes that can get dirty. \nHost: Friends of Minnehaha Park \nLearn more here. \nUpdates will be posted to Facebook. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T062152Z LOCATION:Minnehaha Regional Park\, 4801 South Minnehaha Drive\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55417\, United States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/minnehaha-park-invasiv e-plant-management-2/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&ut m_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Corn Maze Opens DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000047Z UID:6722@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's Corn Maze will o pen for the fall season. This includes the 15-acre\, multi-phase corn maze themed "Country's Cool Again" and mini mazes such as the "no left turn" m aze\, straw bale maze\, rope maze and more yard games. There's even an a B arnyard Apple Blaster! Activities for all ages. Corn maze of $10-$12/perso n admission does not include orchard general admission - see link for deta ils. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000047Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-corn-maze-sat/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Town Open DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T060040Z UID:2683@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Como Town is an amusement park located adjacent to the wonderf ul Como Park Zoo & Conservatory in St Paul. The lineup of rides and attrac tions is aimed at the 12-and-under set and includes attractions such as a junior rollercoaster\, the exciting Soaring Eagle zip line\, classic swing s\, kiddie cars\, spinning teacups and a big splash zone. You can choose t o purchase points for the individual attractions or opt for an all-inclusi ve wristband.\n\n[caption id="attachment_15013" align="aligncenter" width= "600"] Thumbs up for the Soaring Eagle[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T060040Z LOCATION:Como Town\, 1301 Midway Parkway\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55103\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-town-opening-weekend/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Everly Farms Fall Visits DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002901Z UID:3632@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Everly Farms was f/k/a Minnetonka Orchards and retains all of the activities and charm of the previous operation. There is still a full lineup of fall attractions awaiting you on weekends\, included with your a dmission ticket. Refresh after apple or pumpkin-picking with hot apple cid er and apple doughnuts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002901Z LOCATION:Everly Farms\, 6530 County Road 26\, Minnetrista\, MN\, 55364\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/everly-farms-fall-visits/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Girls in Aviation Day DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002901Z UID:3483@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Girls in Aviation Day is a fun\, hands-on event designed to in spire the next generation of aviation enthusiasts. While the name highligh ts “girls\,” the event is open to all young people and their families who are curious about aviation. Attendees will enjoy aircraft displays\, i nteractive learning stations\, food trucks\, and the chance to meet pilots and aviation professionals from many different career paths. Best for age s 8-17. $5/vehicle. Pre-Registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002901Z LOCATION:Flying Cloud Airport\, 13801 Pioneer Trail\, Eden Prairie\, mn\, 55347\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/girls-in-aviation-day/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oktoberfest Bike Ride! DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T010431Z UID:10004243-1789815600-1789819200@9milebrewing.com CATEGORIES:festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join ride leader Bob Howard for A Nine Mile Brewing bike ride. \n\n➜ Please gather in the Nine Mile parking lot at 10:45 am on Satur day\, September 19th\n➜ Ride will start promptly at 11 am.\n➜ This wi ll be a 20 mile “no drop” ride on low traffic streets and paths of Blo omington.\n➜ Rest stop at ½ way point.\n➜ Helmets required.\n➜ Part icipants should be able to ride at an average 12-15 MPH with some hills.\n ➜ Check back for route details\n\nIf you have any questions please conta ct:\nBob Howard – howardfong@comcast.net LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T010431Z URL:https://9milebrewing.com/event/oktoberfest-bike-ride/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Nine Mile Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://9milebrewing.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North Mississippi Drop-In Nature: Water On the Move (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062854Z UID:6070@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:There is almost always free family fun to be had at North Miss issippi Regional Park. Some programs require registration and have a limit ed amount of space\, others invite visitors to come by on a drop-in basis. If you're not interested in a structured activity\, the Kroening Interpre tive Center has animal and nature materials and self-guided activity ideas . Staff can get you started on your own outdoor exploration\, too. There's a nature playground steps from the door\, a super splashy (and free) wadi ng pool\, and trails to hike or bike that bend close to the river.\n\nThis page keeps track of FREE family programming at North Mississippi Regional Park. Remember\, you'll often (but not always) need to register ahead as space is limited and usually books up. Note: MPRB offers waiting lists on FULL programs. Jump on the waiting list or browse ahead to register for fu ture events.\n2026 Upcoming Drop-In Nature programs\nThese programs design ed for families are free\, but registration is required as spots are limit ed. For a full description\, please refer to the Minneapolis Park & Rec ca talog. Programs run 11am-3pm.\n\n  September 19 Water On the Move\n D ecember 19 Nocturnal Neighbors\n\nMore information\n\n Registration link: Minneapolis Parks activities catalog\n Learn more: Carl Kroening Interpr etive Center\, Minneapolis\n Our Favorite Kid-Friendly Trails in the Twin Cities for Family Hikes (1 mile or less) LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062854Z LOCATION:North Mississippi Regional Park\, 4900 North Mississippi Drive\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55430\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/north-mississippi-drop-in-n ature/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rockpoint Church Corn Maze (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T000251Z UID:3340@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:A corn maze has returned to Rockpoint Church this year and com es complete with pedal cars\, the corn cannon\, kids axe throwing and a wa gon ride. Saturdays only through October 3\, 11am-4pm. Admission is free.\ n\nACCESSIBLE MAZE EVENT! Requires pre-registration. Sunday\, October 4\, 2026\, 2-5pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T000251Z LOCATION:Rockpoint Church\, 5825 Kelvin Avenue North\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55 042\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/rockpoint-church-corn-maze/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Fall Colors Train in Osceola DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260920T204000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060050Z UID:1953@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:How idyllic to enjoy a ride through the beautiful St. Croix Va lley Scenic Byway on a historic train. Not only will the sights of fall su rround you\, but you will feel such peace with the repetitive chugging and the fresh scents of the season. 90-minute fall color trains run on select dates September 19 through October 18\, 2026. Limited seating - reserve y our tickets. Family 4-Pack $133.75.\n\n[caption id="attachment_13672" alig n="aligncenter" width="600"] Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060050Z LOCATION:Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway\, 114 Depot Road\, Osceola\, W I\, 54020\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-transportation-mu seum-events/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapol is-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FULL. Free Pontoon Shuttle to/from Coney Island (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T063332Z UID:5971@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:If you have ever wanted to visit Coney Island in Lake Waconia Regional Park\, Carver County Parks is offering an opportunity to take a f ree pontoon shuttle to and from Coney Island and participate in a guided h istorical nature hike\, exploring the island’s history\, natural feature s and scenic views. Plan to spend at least 45 minutes on this tour. Drop i n between 11am and 3pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T063332Z LOCATION:Lake Waconia Regional Park\, 8170 Paradise Lane\, Waconia\, MN\, 55387\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/free-pontoon-shuttle-to-fro m-coney-island/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minnea polis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T120131Z UID:2543@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_34925" align="alignleft" width="150"] Como Harriet Streetcar[/caption]\n\nRide the charming and historic Como-Ha rriet Streetcar Line near the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes weekends starting early May through Labor Day (plus special events through Christmas - see our listing of special events below). Tickets $3/pp\, unless otherwise ind icated.\n\nBONUS FUN Explore the family draws in the neighborhood of Linde n Hills\, Minneapolis.\n2026 Como-Harriet Streetcar Line operating hours\n \n Weekends May - September\, 1-7pm. October\, 1-4pm\n Wednesday\, Thurs day & Friday afternoons - May 22 - September 6\, 1-4pm\n Wednesday\, Thur sday & Friday evenings - May 22 - September 6\, 6:30-8:30pm\n\n\n2026 Como -Harriet Streetcar Line special events\n\n May 2 Opening Day!\n May 9-1 0 Explore the carbarn for free\, part of Doors Open Minneapolis. Rides ar e regular fare. 10am-5pm.\n May 10 Moms ride free all day for Mother's D ay\n May 25 Living historians will display uniforms of soldiers\, sailor s and Marines from the Civil War thru WWII for Memorial Day. Plus you can ride to the grounds of Lakewood Cemetery. 10am-5pm.\n June 14 Dads ride free all day for Father's Day\n July 4 Take a ride to the lake for holida y concerts on Independence Day.\n October 3-4 Take the trolley to Farmer Ken and Jan’s Pumpkin Patch (Regular ride fare\; $7/pumpkins)\n October 10 Slightly spooky Transylvania Trolley rides\n October 25 Grab your sw eet tickets fast for the Trick 'r Trolley. ($5/fare)\n November 28-29 & D ecember 5-6 Enjoy a special holiday ride on the Holly Trolley ($5/fare)\n December 5 Cap off the year with Vinternatt ($5/fare)\n\n\nMore informa tion\n\n \n\n Event links: Como-Harriet Streetcar Line 2026 event calend ar LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T120131Z LOCATION:Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Como Harriet Streetcar Line\, 2330 W 42nd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-harriet-streetcar/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:River Insects and Water Quality (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T060144Z UID:1819@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Drop by Mississippi Gateway Regional Park to catch & inspect i nvertebrates to learn how to identify the creatures caught and use a bioti c index to determine water quality. Dress for outdoors and to wade in the river. A limited number of boots are available to borrow. All Ages. FREE. Drop In.\n\nMississippi Gateway Regional Park often offers free family pro gramming. When no programming is offered\, there is plenty to explore on y our own. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T060144Z LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 West River Road\, Brook lyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mississippi-gateway-free-fa mily-fun-day/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapo lis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:White Bear Township Day DTSTART:20260919T190000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T123140Z UID:3453@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Family-friendly activities include inflatables\, pony rides\, face painting\, a visit from Tamarack Nature Center\, a touch-a-truck\, mu sic\, vendors\, car show\, a kids' market and fireworks to end the night a t 8pm. Event is free and all ages are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T123140Z LOCATION:Polar Lakes Park\, 1280 Hammond Road\, White Bear Township\, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/white-bear-township-day/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northern Lights Glow Party DTSTART:20260919T230000Z DTEND:20260920T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T060144Z UID:5135@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Each Friday and Saturday night the Northern Lights are out at Zero Gravity Adventure Park! The park GLOWS from 6-9pm as your kids race a round enjoying 2-hour unlimited access to the wall-to-wall trampolines\, f oam tumble pit\, dodgeball court\, ninja obstacle course\, climbing wall a nd laser tag arena. Your special Northern Lights Glow Party ticket is just $25\, includes all the attractions plus a $10 arcade card. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T060144Z LOCATION:Zero Gravity Adventure Park\, 2292 Woodale Dr\, Mounds View\, MN \, 55112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/northern-lights-glow-party- saturday/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis- mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Valleyfair Tricks & Treats DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002430Z UID:10001542-1789844400-1789860600@www.myktis.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Experience Tricks and Treats with Halloween activities\, enter tainment\, and fun for all ages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons below to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002430Z LOCATION:Valleyfair\, 1 Valleyfair Dr\, Shakopee\, M\, 55379\, United Stat es URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/valleyfair-tricks-treats-valleyscare/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=minneapolis-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:98.5 KTIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/serving-the-homeless-outreach-mi nneapolis-mn-2/2026-03-31 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR