BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/saint-paul-mn/arts.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - saint-paul-mn (arts) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Who Can Vote? A Brief History of Voting Rights in the US - Pop-Up Exhibit DTSTART:20260818T150000Z DTEND:20260911T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T072259Z UID:6558@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Part of the 250th birthday celebration for the United States o f America\, Who Can Vote? explores voting rights in the United States. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T072259Z LOCATION:White Bear Lake Armory\, 2228 Fourth Street\, White Bear Lake\, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/who-can-vote-a-brief-histor y-of-voting-rights-in-the-us-pop-up-exhibit/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ultimate Dinosaurs with SMM DTSTART:20260827T140000Z DTEND:20260908T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T062801Z UID:6651@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Science Museum of Minnesota's Ultimate Dinosaurs e xhibition to learn about the earliest known dinosaurs of the Triassic Peri od through millions of dinosaur worlds. View real fossils\, full skeleton casts\, and some touchable specimens. Free with fair admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T062801Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fair - North End Event Center\, 1265 Snelling Ave nue North\, Falcon Heights\, MN\, 55108\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ultimate-dinosaurs-with-smm / X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Circus Trains Month! DTSTART:20260901T150000Z DTEND:20260930T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T180700Z UID:4973-1788256800-1790780400@www.tcmrm.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The (Model) Circus Trains Are Back in Town!  \nCheck out the Circus Trains during all open hours in April and September! \nSee our popu lar O-Scale train (over 60’ long) which consists of animal cars\, passen ger cars\, and special circus flat cars\, each loaded with hand-made speci al circus wagons plus a Parade thru “Hamline” and wagon unloading show on the “big” layout. \nAdditional layouts will each feature Circus tr ains and / or displays in their own scale.
 This event is inspired by Ci rcus World Museum in Baraboo\, Wisconsin. \nCo-sponsors: Ring 80 of Circus Model Builders. \nWhat are Circus Trains? \nCircus trains began in the 1 870s\, by replacing the shows that moved by slow animal-drawn wagons.  Ov er the years these trains grew in length as the train cars switched from wood to steel construction.  Circus trains typically consisted of three t ypes of cars: large animal cars\, flat cars loaded with colorful wagons an d passenger cars for the workers and performers.  They were usually found in the train in that order.  Circus cars were generally longer than norm al freight cars because the railroads charged by the car & mile.  They we re painted very colorful to attract attention.  The greatest number of ci rcus trains operated between 1920 and 1950.  Over those years many merged and others went broke.\nOur O-Scale train was inspired by the “Circus W orld Museum” in Baraboo\, Wisconsin. The museum has a very large collect ion of train cars\, wagons\, events\, and other circus collections for you to see.  Our train features models of many of these wagons faithfully mo deled in O-Scale.  O-Scale works out to 1 to 48 and ¼” equals 1 foot.\ nOur Circus Train reenacts this operation on our large O-scale layout with an operating Circus Train\, several displays and a Parade staged in one o f our towns. \nAdmission \nAdmission to this special event is included in the Museum’s regular admission price of $10 per person\, Children 4 and under are admitted free of charge. LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T180700Z LOCATION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum\, 668 Transfer Road\, Suite 8\, S aint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States URL:https://www.tcmrm.org/special-events/the-circus-moves-by-rail/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Twin City Model Railroad Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tcmrm.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walker Art Center FREE First Saturday DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:1700@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,community DESCRIPTION:Free First Saturday at Walker Art Center offers free gallery a dmission on the first Saturday of every month plus a variety of themed\, f amily-friendly activities. Gallery admission tickets are available on-site on the event day from the main lobby desk\; quantities are limited. Free admission 10 am–5 pm\; activities for all ages 10 am–3 pm.\nSummer 202 6 First Free Saturdays at Walker Art Center\n\n June 6 - Community Love\n June's Free First Saturday is a day to learn more about the works of local artists. Participants can connect with real artists in our community and collaborate on creative projects.\n *July 11 - Catching the Light.\nLearn all about the importance of light in art -- rainbows\, sunbeams\, and mor e. View and create art while considering light.\n August 1 - Puppet Playd ate\nJoin In The Heart of the Beast Puppet Theatre for a day of puppet ar t at Walker.\n\n*Due to the July 4 holiday\, July’s Free First Saturday will be held on July 11.\nMore information\n\n Find the event website\n A Family Membership Makes a Great Experience Gift! LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Walker Art Center\, 1750 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 554 03\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/walker-art-center-first-fre e-saturday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Knee-High Naturalists: Fall Migration DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T122717Z UID:1946@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Explore the natural world with your preschooler through hands- on activities\, outdoor walks\, art-making\, storytimes and more. Each mon th brings a new nature topic\; this program typically (but not always\, so please consult the parks & rec calendar) takes place the first Thursday & Saturday of the month. Meet at the Lebanon Hills Regional Park visitor ce nter. Registration required for children (ages 3-6)\; siblings outside the age range cannot be accommodated due to space. Cost is $10 per child.\n\n \nUpcoming Knee-High Naturalist dates & themes\n\n September 3 & 5 - Fall Migration\n\nMore information\n\n Registration link: Find the Dakota Cou nty Parks program calendar.\n Learn more: Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, E agan\n More Family Fun with Dakota County Parks: Forever Wild Family Frid ay: Fantastic Fireflies (FREE) LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T122717Z LOCATION:Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, 860 Cliff Road\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/knee-high-naturalists/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Play! at Mia: Cellophane Collage (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T001831Z UID:569@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Discover your creative side at Mia's Art Play! event\, where f amilies can explore different mediums and techniques for FREE. Drop in for this fun and interactive day of art appreciation\, art-making and self-ex pression.\n\nArt Play! is your chance to experiment at the Minneapolis Ins titute of Art – with a different artistic medium each month on the first and third Saturday. Take a scavenger hunt through Mia's collection of wor ld-class art exhibits to find works in that medium\, then indulge your fam ily's inspired creativity and make your own artwork in the museum studios. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T001831Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/art-play-at-mia-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Open Hours DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061752Z UID:3006@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Today you can take a guided tour (on the hour) through the his toric farmhouse\, barn\, schoolhouse\, soddy and encampment\, meet farm an imals and discover what life was like here on the prairie back in the Gibb s family day. Tickets available at the gate. Regular admission prices $5-$ 10/pp.\n\n2026 Saturday Open Hours at Gibbs Farm\n\n Saturday Open Hours: May 30-October 18 (not open July 4)\n\nMore information\n\n Event page: Ramsey County Historical Society\n Learn more: Gibbs Farm\, Saint Paul\n 66 Twin Cities Museums & Historic Sites to Explore with Kids LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061752Z LOCATION:Gibbs Farm\, 2097 W Larpenteur Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55113\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gibbs-farm-saturday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Simply Jane Saturday Drop-In Painting DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061752Z UID:6305@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Simply Jane is open for drop-in painting during  open hours. A trained instructor will provide a short lesson on how to use professiona l fluid acrylic paints. Then choose your item and customize it with your o wn design. Studio Fee: $5. Paintable items start at $5. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061752Z LOCATION:Simply Jane Studio / ArtAble\, 3805 Cedar Avenue South\, Minneapo lis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/simply-jane-saturday-drop-i n-painting/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Puppet Story Time with Chelly Beaver (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T153000Z DTEND:20260905T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T182927Z UID:573@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Join In the Heart of the Beast Puppet Theater on the 1st Satur day of the month for the Puppet Story time hosted by Chelly Beaver and Tur nip the Dog!\n\nWhile you visit\, check out the Puppet and Mask Library: D rop in to the In the Heart of the Beast Puppet Library at its new location in Lowry Hill East Neighborhood. Visitors can check out select puppets an d masks for free. These creations were made by local artists and community members over many years. In the Heart of the Beast will collaborate with more artists\, schools\, and community groups to build the puppet collecti on over time. The Puppet Library is open on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of ea ch month. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T182927Z LOCATION:In The Heart of the Beast Puppet Theatre\, 2411 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/puppet-storytime-ihob/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pavek First Saturday Guided Tour DTSTART:20260905T160000Z DTEND:20260905T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3074@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Guided tours are available on a first-come basis on the first Saturday of each month. Tours are limited to 15 people each.\n\nIncluded w ith admission: Ages 4-17 $6\; Adults $11\; Military $6\; Museums for all a dmission: $1.00. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Pavek Museum of Broadcasting\, 3517 Raleigh Ave\, St. Louis Park\ , MN\, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pavek-museum-first-saturday -guided-tour/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Vibe: Now.Make.Art (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T160000Z DTEND:20260905T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:1891@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,music DESCRIPTION:Free family entertainment at the library – music\, storytell ing\, puppets\, STEM and more. Each weekend brings a different interactive theme and there is a lovely children's room stocked with activities. The George Latimer Central Library is beautiful so you may want to stick aroun d and explore the space. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:George Latimer Central Library\, 90 West 4th Street\, Saint Paul\ , MN \, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/saturday-vibe/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Historic Burwell House Tours (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T180000Z DTEND:20260905T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:2787@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Check this guided tour of the historic Charles H Burwell House out weekends starting June 1. No reservation is required\, just show up b etween the posted times and let a guide take you through the 1883 Italiana te Victorian home in Minnetonka. Admission is free.\n\n*Historic Burwell H ouse. Image courtesy of the City of Minnetonka\n2026 Burwell House tour sc hedule\n\n June 1-August 30 Tuesdays\, Saturdays and Sundays\, 1-4pm\n September 5-27 Saturdays and Sundays\, 1-4pm\n\nHOW HISTORIC! Discover 66 Twin Cities Museums & Historic Sites to Explore with Kids this Summer.\nM ore information\n\n Event page: Historic Burwell House tours\n Family Fu n at Burwell House\, Minnetonka + Address\, phone number and special event s. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:Charles Burwell House\, 13209 E. McGinty Road\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55305\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/historic-burwell-house-tour s/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New Brighton Area Historical Society Museum Open (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T180000Z DTEND:20260905T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T181915Z UID:844@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The New Brighton Area Historical Society discovers\, preserves and shares the history of the area around New Brighton\, Minnesota. This is a great all-ages outing because\, after touring the little museum and e ven climbing aboard the real train caboose\, the whole family can find som ething fun to do in Long Lake Regional Park (swimming\, picnicking\, bikin g\, hitting the playground - you name it!) Museum open ongoing weekends st arting June 1\, from 12-4pm. Admission is always free.\n\n[caption id="att achment_42063" align="aligncenter" width="600"] New Brighton History Cente r in Long Lake Park[/caption]\n\nThe first weekend of June is also the mu seum's annual Rhubarb Fest. Enjoy $5 rhubarb dessert samplers and shop rhu barb plants\, jams and recipe booklets. Admission is free.\nMore informati on\n\n Event link: New Brighton Area Historical Society\n Learn more: Fa mily fun at New Brighton History Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181915Z LOCATION:New Brighton Area History Museum\, Long Lake Regional Park\, 700 Park Drive\, New Brighton\, MN\, 55112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/new-brighton-area-historica l-society-musuem-opening-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nooks & Crannies Tour DTSTART:20260905T201500Z DTEND:20260905T221500Z DTSTAMP:20260825T000137Z UID:27320-1788621300-1788621300@communityreporter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Go behind the scenes at the James J. Hill House with access to areas not included on the standard tour\, including the attic theater\, g ate house and storage areas. Guides connect original artifacts and fixture s with stories of the Hill family and domestic workers. The 90-minute tour moves through all five floors and includes multiple stairways\; the attic \, boiler room and gate house are not wheelchair accessible. Admission inc ludes self-guided access to the house before the tour. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T000137Z URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/nooks-crannies-tour-32/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Reporter X-SOURCE-URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/music-on-the-lawn-macales ter-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hill House Nooks and Crannies Tour DTSTART:20260905T201500Z DTEND:20260905T214500Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:5359@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Explore the magnificent and historic James J. Hill House with a tour of areas not usually featured such as the attic theater and the gat e house. When deciding if a historic house tour is right for your family\, note that the duration is about 90 minutes and involves moving between al l 5 floors of the mansion. Tour guides will highlight pieces of interest a nd tell stories about the Hill family. Tickets: $16-$20/pp. Register for e ntry time between 10am-5pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:James J. Hill House\, 240 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/hill-house-nooks-and-cranni es-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota Children's Museum First Free Sunday (FREE) DTSTART:20260906T140000Z DTEND:20260906T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T061702Z UID:1793@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Explore the Minnesota Children's Museum for FREE the first Sun day of each month thanks to Securian Financial. It's 3+ floors packed with hands-on exhibits centered on play and learning\, suited best for kids up to age 12. As this is a very popular event\, you can expect the museum wi ll likely reach capacity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T061702Z LOCATION:Minnesota Children's Museum\, 10 West Seventh Street\, Saint Paul \, MN \, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-childrens-museum- first-free-sunday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TCMRM Circus Trains Open - All September DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260906T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2479@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Twice a year -- in April and September -- The Twin City Model Railroad Museum celebrates the historic circus trains of the 1900s. During Circus Trains\, the museum layouts models a circus coming to town with an imal cars\, circus equipment on flat cars and  a circus parade.\n\nRelate d Road Trip Idea: Circus trains is inspired by Circus World in Baraboo\, W isconsin - a scenic 3½-hour drive from the Twin Cities (especially in Sep tember). LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum\, 668 Transfer Rd Ste 8\, St Paul \, MN \, 55114\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/tcmrm/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Franconia Art & Farmer's Market DTSTART:20260906T170000Z DTEND:20260906T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5962@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,food,market DESCRIPTION:Franconia's monthly Art & Farmers Market is a great excuse to To Do All The Fun Things In Taylors Falls\, Minnesota with Kids. Peruse bo th treasures and treats from local artists\, artisans\, farmers\, and make rs while you enjoy one of our favorite sculpture parks in Minnesota.\n\n[c aption id="attachment_32512" align="aligncenter" width="600"] While climbi ng on sculptures is generally not allowed\, Playstation by Bridget Beck is an exception.[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Franconia Sculpture Park\, 29836 St Croix Trail N\, Shafer\, MN\, 55074\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/franconia-farmers-market/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Simply Jane Sunday Drop-In Painting DTSTART:20260906T170000Z DTEND:20260906T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:6306@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Simply Jane is open for drop-in painting during  open hours. A trained instructor will provide a short lesson on how to use professiona l fluid acrylic paints. Then choose your item and customize it with your o wn design. Studio Fee: $5. Paintable items start at $5. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:Simply Jane Studio / ArtAble\, 3805 Cedar Avenue South\, Minneapo lis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/simply-jane-sunday-drop-in- painting-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Building Tour DTSTART:20260906T173000Z DTEND:20260906T181500Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10049-1788697800-1788700500@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free buildin g tour. Learn about the building’s history\, gangster connections\, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday\, walk-ins are welcome and no res ervation is needed. \nTours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/public-building-tour-91/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New Brighton Area Historical Society Museum Open (FREE) DTSTART:20260906T180000Z DTEND:20260906T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:6256@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The New Brighton Area Historical Society discovers\, preserves and shares the history of the area around New Brighton\, Minnesota. This is a great all-ages outing because\, after touring the little museum and e ven climbing aboard the real train caboose\, the whole family can find som ething fun to do in Long Lake Regional Park (swimming\, picnicking\, bikin g\, hitting the playground - you name it!) Museum open ongoing weekends st arting June 1\, from 1-4pm. Admission is always free.\n\n[caption id="atta chment_42063" align="aligncenter" width="600"] New Brighton History Center in Long Lake Park[/caption]\n\nThe first weekend of June is also the mus eum's annual Rhubarb Fest. Enjoy $5 rhubarb dessert samplers and shop rhub arb plants\, jams and recipe booklets. Admission is free.\nMore informatio n\n\n Event link: New Brighton Area Historical Society\n Learn more: Fam ily fun at New Brighton History Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:New Brighton Area History Museum\, Long Lake Regional Park\, 700 Park Drive\, New Brighton\, MN\, 55112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/new-brighton-area-historica l-society-museum-open-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eastman Drop-In Discoveries (FREE) DTSTART:20260906T180000Z DTEND:20260906T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:5575@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,outdoors DESCRIPTION:New series\, same great free nature programming! Drop into Eas tman Nature Center on select Sundays for events with a special nature them e and activities to accompany it. 1-3pm.\nUpcoming 2026 Eastman Drop-In Di scoveries\n\n September 6 Big Year of Rivers Geocaching\n September 13 Cyanotype Art\n September 20 Prairie Insect Hunt\n September 27 The Wand ering Naturalist\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Three Rivers Park Di strict event calendar LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:Eastman Nature Center\, 13351 Elm Creek Rd\, Maple Grove\, MN\, 5 5369\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/drop-in-discoveries-eastman -nature-center/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ard Godfrey House Tour (FREE) DTSTART:20260906T180000Z DTEND:20260906T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:5725@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Public tours of the historic Ard Godfrey House are presented o n Saturdays and Sundays in June\, July and August from 1-4 pm. FREE\, but donations welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:Ard Godfrey House & Chute Square Park\, 28 University Avenue Sout heast\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ard-godfrey-house-tour-sund ay/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nooks & Crannies Tour DTSTART:20260906T201500Z DTEND:20260906T221500Z DTSTAMP:20260825T000137Z UID:27321-1788707700-1788707700@communityreporter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Go behind the scenes at the James J. Hill House with access to areas not included on the standard tour\, including the attic theater\, g ate house and storage areas. Guides connect original artifacts and fixture s with stories of the Hill family and domestic workers. The 90-minute tour moves through all five floors and includes multiple stairways\; the attic \, boiler room and gate house are not wheelchair accessible. Admission inc ludes self-guided access to the house before the tour. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T000137Z URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/nooks-crannies-tour-33/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Reporter X-SOURCE-URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/music-on-the-lawn-macales ter-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Special Military Trains Exhibit - Labor Day DTSTART:20260907T150000Z DTEND:20260907T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6026@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum opens for special Memorial Day & Labor Day hours. In honor of these military holidays\, the museum's lay outs will feature military themed trains and models of trains that haul mi litary equipment across the country.\n\n[adthrive-in-post-video-player vid eo-id="tFpR44ur" upload-date="2022-02-27T17:44:14+00:00" name="Twin City M odel Railroad Museum" description="Family day at the Twin City Model Railr oad Museum in Saint Paul\, Minnesota." player-type="default" override-embe d="default"] LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum\, 668 Transfer Rd Ste 8\, St Paul \, MN \, 55114\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/tcmrrm-open-memorial-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sketchy Night DTSTART:20260907T233000Z DTEND:20260908T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T180553Z UID:27322-1788805800-1788805800@communityreporter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Bring a sketchbook for a relaxed evening of drawing\, art conv ersation and community connection. Sketchy Night is free and open to St. P aul Art Collective members and artists interested in joining. Participants may drop in at any time between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Photography and video are permitted. Most dates meet in the Brewhouse Club Room at Schmidt Artis t Lofts\; the Aug. 3 and Dec. 7 gatherings meet at the St. Paul Art Collec tive at 308 Prince St. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T180553Z URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/sketchy-night-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Reporter X-SOURCE-URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/music-on-the-lawn-macales ter-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:My Preschooler & Me: Puppet Escapades DTSTART:20260908T150000Z DTEND:20260908T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:1992@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Eastman Nature Center is one of several Twin Cities-area natur e centers that host special programs for preschoolers. The My Preschooler & Me (and My Child & Me) series is typically held a few times a month and explores seasonal themes through activities like puppet shows\, storytime\ , crafts and related outdoor play. The series is designed for preschoolers (ages 0-6 depending on the program) to enjoy alongside a caregiver\; both child and adult pay the small fee. Registration is required by two days p rior and often space fills up quickly. Check the ticket link below and not e that it is usually possible to be placed on a waitlist if the program is already full. Cost is $5-6 per person. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Eastman Nature Center\, 13351 Elm Creek Rd\, Maple Grove\, MN\, 5 5369\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eastman-my-preschooler-me/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Simply Jane Wednesday Drop-In Painting DTSTART:20260909T150000Z DTEND:20260909T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:6303@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Simply Jane is open for drop-in painting during  open hours. A trained instructor will provide a short lesson on how to use professiona l fluid acrylic paints. Then choose your item and customize it with your o wn design. Studio Fee: $5. Paintable items start at $5. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:Simply Jane Studio / ArtAble\, 3805 Cedar Avenue South\, Minneapo lis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/simply-jane-wednesday-drop- in-painting/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Simply Jane Thursday Drop-In Painting DTSTART:20260910T150000Z DTEND:20260910T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T002009Z UID:6302@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Simply Jane is open for drop-in painting during open hours. A trained instructor will provide a short lesson on how to use professional fluid acrylic paints. Then choose your item and customize it with your own design. Studio Fee: $5. Paintable items start at $5. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T002009Z LOCATION:Simply Jane Studio / ArtAble\, 3805 Cedar Avenue South\, Minneapo lis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/simply-jane-thursday-drop-i n-painting/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hardwood Teen Art Cart (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T193000Z DTEND:20260910T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061752Z UID:3350@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Teens are invited to come hang out at Hardwood Creek Library o n Tuesday afternoons! Each week will offer self-guided crafts and material s. Free\, drop in event for ages 11-18 only. Meet in Meeting Room L14. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061752Z LOCATION:Hardwood Creek Library\, 19955 Forest Road North\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/hardwood-teen/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota History Center Thursday Nights (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T210000Z DTEND:20260911T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061752Z UID:1929@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Forever on the hunt for a deal\, the families that make up FFT C love to share our finds: Enjoy free admission and free parking at the Mi nnesota History Center Thursday nights. Stop in the Minnesota History Cent er Thursdays night from 4-8pm\, and receive free admission and parking. We promise\, this is a very family-friendly museum with plenty to touch\, pl ay with\, learn about and even climb on. The permanent and rotating exhibi ts at the Minnesota History Center were designed with the whole family in mind. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061752Z LOCATION:Minnesota History Center\, 345 W Kellogg Blvd\, St Paul\, MN 5510 2\, USA\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/free-thursday-night-minneso ta-history-center/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walker Art Center Thursday Nights (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T220000Z DTEND:20260911T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061752Z UID:1712@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:On Thursday evenings admission to the Walker Art Center is fre e. While these events are open to all ages\, they are geared toward a youn g-adult audience\, making it a great option for an outing with your art-mi nded teen but feel free to bring kids of any age.\n\nGOT LITTLES? Try Walk er Art Center's FIRST FREE SATURDAY. These monthly events offer even more in the way of engagement with the art for younger visitors - including art -making\, kid-friendly films\, scavenger hunts and outdoor activities in t he Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.\nMore information\n\n Event link: Free T hursday Nights at Walker Art Center\n Learn more: Walker Art Center\, Min neapolis\n Visit more: A Family Membership Makes a Great Experience Gift! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061752Z LOCATION:Walker Art Center\, 1750 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 554 03\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/walker-art-center-free-thur sday-nights/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blacksmithing Basics 1 with Coal Forge (8-session Series) DTSTART:20260910T230000Z DTEND:20260911T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28864-1789063200-1789074000@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join blacksmithing instructors from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for an eight-session dive into the basics of blacksmithing at D odge’s forge at Shepard Farm! This course is designed to ignite your pas sion for blacksmithing and introduce you to the seemingly endless ways of shaping iron with fire and hammer. You’ll gain basic knowledge o f iron and its characteristics\, an understanding of the dynamics of forgi ng using a coal forge\, and the ability to safely shape iron.  \nBy the e nd of this class\, you’ll have covered the basic forging processes\, including drawing and tapering\, drifting\, punching\, twisting\, and set ting shoulders. You’ll develop those skills through projects such as quick tongs\, scribe/center punch\, round punch/drift\, basic heat treati ng\, hooks\, multi-hook rack\, trivet…and you’ll know what a clink er is!  \nAttendance at the first class session is required—impor tant safety information will be presented. No experience necessary. Al l materials and consumables included in class cost. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/blacksmithing-basics-1-with-co al-forge-8-session-sept-oct-2026/2026-09-10 X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:My Preschooler & Me: Family Clay DTSTART:20260911T170000Z DTEND:20260911T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2507@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:This event will include a story time and an opportunity to cra ft your own ceramic creation inspired by fireflies. Ages 3-6 with adult. $ 18. Reservations are required by two days prior online or by phone - 763-5 59-6700. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Silverwood Park\, 2500 County Road E\, St. Anthony\, MN\, 55421\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/my-preschooler-me-family-cl ay/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Paleontology DTSTART:20260911T210000Z DTEND:20260911T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T183224Z UID:7503-1789142400-1789146000@smm.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our Paleontology collection and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participa nts for a more personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one-of-a-kind opportunity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T183224Z LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States URL:https://smm.org/event/paleontology-tour-9-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Science Museum of Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://smm.org/exhibits-experiences END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eagan Art Block DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTSTAMP:20260902T001831Z UID:3341@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Eagan Art Block consists of kid and family-friendly art activi ties spread over 30 events in the 15 days throughout the city of Eagan.\n\ n[caption id="attachment_48371" align="aligncenter" width="600"] "Lovers" Sculpture by Anthony Caponi found at Caponi Art Park[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T001831Z LOCATION:Eagan Art Block Locations\, Various Locations\, Eagan\, MN\, 5512 2+\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eagan-art-block/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fridley Kids Creative Corner DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T122718Z UID:6667@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Kids ages 3-10 are invited to drop by the Fridley Commons Park building on Saturdays for creative play with hands-on activities like LEG Os\, coloring sheets\, craft\, magnetic tiles and more. Program runs Satur days\, September 12-October 31 (closed Oct 17)\, 2026. Cost is $3 per chil d or $6 per family. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T122718Z LOCATION:Commons Park\, 555 61st Avenue Northeast\, Fridley\, MN \, 55432\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fridley-kids-creative-corne r/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:From Bicentennial to 250 Exhibition Closing Reception & Talk DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T000745Z UID:11591-1789207200-1789214400@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for a special discussion exploring th e Bicentennial and renaissance of Landmark Center\, along with a final opp ortunity to view the exhibit From Bicentennial to 250: The Renaissance of Landmark Center. Special guests David Lanegran\, Ph.D.\, and Jim and Merri e Stolpestad will share their perspectives on the Bicentennial initiatives that helped build support for Landmark Center’s restoration. The event takes place Saturday\, September 12\, from 10 am to noon and includes ligh t breakfast refreshments. Reservations are required. To RSVP\, email devel opment@landmarkcenter.org. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T000745Z LOCATION:North Gallery – Landmark Center\, 75 5th St. W.\, St. Paul\, MN \, 55104\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/from-bicentennial-to-250-exhibiti on-closing-reception-talk/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Twin Cities Maker Fest DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T181552Z UID:6618@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:The annual Twin Cities Maker Fest is a day-long celebration of making\, art\, and creativity across the metro. Explore the street fair a t the intersection of 31st Avenue and 26th Street to find fun family activ ities\, live performances\, demonstrations\, food trucks\, and 150 local a rtists and craftspeople. Kid-friendly activities include hands-on crafting \, hand-building clay\, robot competitions\, and more. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T181552Z LOCATION:Twin Cities Maker\, 3119 East 26th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55 406\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/twin-cities-maker-fest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Fire Poker DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28494-1789207200-1789228800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join blacksmithing instructor Lee Meilleur from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for a one-day blacksmithing workshop at Dodge’s forge at Shepard Farm!  \nTransform a piece of raw metal into an artistic yet functional fire poker for your fireplace or fire pit. You’ll learn abo ut traditional methods and equipment\, including the coal forge\, hammer \, tongs\, and anvil. To create your custom hand-forged piece\, you’ll  practice essential skills: taper\, bend\, twist\, forge weld\, and colla r.  \nOpen to beginners\, though some forging experience will be helpfu l. All materials and consumables included in class cost.  \nAbout the In structor\nLee Meilleur has seven years of blacksmithing and metalwork expe rience and has trained at CAFAC\, North House Folk School\, The Guild of M etalsmiths\, Saint Paul College\, and The Hack Factory. He is an instructo r with The Guild of Metalsmiths and volunteers at the Minnesota Transporta tion Museum\, where he contributes to blacksmithing and fabrication projec ts. Lee values collaboration and enjoys working with others to create\, re store\, and teach. His dedication to craftsmanship and community drives hi s passion for preserving and sharing the art of metalwork. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/coal-forge-blacksmithing-proje ct-shop-fire-poker X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mac-Grove Fest DTSTART:20260912T160000Z DTEND:20260912T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3308@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,dance,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Mac-Grove Fest is a neighborhood celebration of local business es\, artists and organizations includes music and dance\, food trucks\, ar ts & crafts\, and more. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Edgcumbe Recreation Center\, 320 Griggs Street S\, MN\, 55105\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mac-grove-fest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Selby Ave Jazz Fest DTSTART:20260912T160000Z DTEND:20260913T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3338@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Bringing the kids to the Selby Avenue Jazz Fest? Hang out at t he Family Fun Zone (stocked with art activities\, face painting and balloo n artist)  and enjoy some jazz tunes\, watch the parade\, nosh from food trucks and shop vendor booths. Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Selby Avenue at Milton Street\, 934 Selby Avenue\, Saint Paul\, M N\, 55104\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/selby-ave-jazz-fest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North St. Paul Autumn Arts Festival DTSTART:20260912T160000Z DTEND:20260912T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3342@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:North St. Paul's Autumn Arts Festival is a free\, family-frien dly arts event where families can shop the works of community artists and crafts people and make their own art. Pack a picnic or grab food from the onsite food trucks. Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:7th Avenue\, 7th Avenue\, North St Paul\, MN\, 55109\, United Sta tes URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/north-st-paul-autumn-arts-f estival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Lake Art Crawl DTSTART:20260912T160000Z DTEND:20260912T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T002909Z UID:6650@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,music DESCRIPTION:Visit with over 100 artists\, participate in kids art activiti es and enjoy live music at sites throughout the Bald Eagle Lake Art Crawl. FREE. All Ages. Drop In. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T002909Z LOCATION:Bald Eagle Lakes Arts Crawl\, Bald Eagle Lakes Art Crawl\, White Bear Township\, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/bald-eagle-lake-art-crawl/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silverwood Field Trip Art & Nature Festival (FREE) DTSTART:20260912T170000Z DTEND:20260912T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3337@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,music DESCRIPTION:Silverwood Field Trip is an annual celebration of arts and nat ure with live music on the outdoor stage\, an arts and craft market\, and family-friendly art and nature activities. Free for all ages. \n\n\n\n[ca ption id="attachment_3434" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Family Fun at Silverwood Fieldtrip[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Silverwood Park\, 2500 County Road E\, St. Anthony\, MN\, 55421\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/silverwood-field-trip-art-a nd-nature-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nature Fest: Cultivando Comunidad DTSTART:20260912T180000Z DTEND:20260912T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6223@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Nature Fest: Cultivando Comunidad is a fun day of music\, art\ , and food bringing people together to connect with nature\, culture\, and community. FREE. All Ages. Drop In. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge\, 3815 American Blvd E \, Bloomington\, MN \, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/nature-fest-cultivando-comu nidad/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MIA Family Day: Sounds of Summer (FREE) DTSTART:20260913T150000Z DTEND:20260913T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:583@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,food DESCRIPTION:Families\, kids\, and the young at heART\, join Mia on the sec ond Sunday of each month for a special free event. Family Day finds the mu seum filled with hands-on art activities\, storytelling\, artist demonstra tions\, gallery hunts\, self-guided tours and more — all inspired by Mia ’s incredible collection. Hungry? Food trucks are on site during family days. Admission is always free to the museum. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mia-family-day-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shutdown Week DTSTART:20260914T140000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T001815Z UID:7673-1789376400-1789761600@smm.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The museum will be closed for some much-needed rest and repair ! Check out the fun and stay connected with us on social media. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T001815Z LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States URL:https://smm.org/event/shutdown-week-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Science Museum of Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://smm.org/exhibits-experiences END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Highpoint Open Studio (FREE) DTSTART:20260914T180000Z DTEND:20260914T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:6269@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Drop in to Highpoint Center for Printmaking for a free weekly Open Studio\, where participants can work with equipment like the etching press\, screen equipment\, paper\, ink and other printmaking materials. St udio hosts will be available to answer questions\, and occasionally guest artists will introduce new techniques. Drop in weekly on Mondays\, 1-4pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:Highpoint Center for Printmaking\, 912 W Lake Street\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55408\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/highpoint-open-studio/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blacksmithing Basics 1 with Coal Forge (8-session Series) DTSTART:20260915T230000Z DTEND:20260916T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28867-1789495200-1789506000@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join blacksmithing instructors from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for an eight-session dive into the basics of blacksmithing at D odge’s forge at Shepard Farm! This course is designed to ignite your pas sion for blacksmithing and introduce you to the seemingly endless ways of shaping iron with fire and hammer. You’ll gain basic knowledge o f iron and its characteristics\, an understanding of the dynamics of forgi ng using a coal forge\, and the ability to safely shape iron.  \nBy the e nd of this class\, you’ll have covered the basic forging processes\, including drawing and tapering\, drifting\, punching\, twisting\, and set ting shoulders. You’ll develop those skills through projects such as quick tongs\, scribe/center punch\, round punch/drift\, basic heat treati ng\, hooks\, multi-hook rack\, trivet…and you’ll know what a clink er is!  \nAttendance at the first class session is required—impor tant safety information will be presented. No experience necessary. Al l materials and consumables included in class cost. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/blacksmithing-basics-1-with-co al-forge-8-session-sept-oct-2026/2026-09-15 X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tots & Trains DTSTART:20260916T150000Z DTEND:20260916T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:1724@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun way to spend a Wednesday morning with your p reschooler? Join the Minnesota Transportation Museum at Jackson Street Rou ndhouse for Tots & Trains! This program is held most first and third Wedne sdays of the month\, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Your ticket to Tots & Trains also includes general admission to the museum. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online.\n\n[caption id="attachment_82991" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Jackson Street Roundhouse[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:Jackson Street Roundhouse\, 193 Pennsylvania Ave E\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 55130\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/tots-trains-at-jackson-stre et-roundhouse/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blacksmithing Basics 1 with Coal Forge (8-session Series) DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28868-1789668000-1789678800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join blacksmithing instructors from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for an eight-session dive into the basics of blacksmithing at D odge’s forge at Shepard Farm! This course is designed to ignite your pas sion for blacksmithing and introduce you to the seemingly endless ways of shaping iron with fire and hammer. You’ll gain basic knowledge o f iron and its characteristics\, an understanding of the dynamics of forgi ng using a coal forge\, and the ability to safely shape iron.  \nBy the e nd of this class\, you’ll have covered the basic forging processes\, including drawing and tapering\, drifting\, punching\, twisting\, and set ting shoulders. You’ll develop those skills through projects such as quick tongs\, scribe/center punch\, round punch/drift\, basic heat treati ng\, hooks\, multi-hook rack\, trivet…and you’ll know what a clink er is!  \nAttendance at the first class session is required—impor tant safety information will be presented. No experience necessary. Al l materials and consumables included in class cost. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/blacksmithing-basics-1-with-co al-forge-8-session-sept-oct-2026/2026-09-17 X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Excelsior Apple Days DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3345@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,dance,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:At Excelsior's Apple Days fall festival\, kids can get creativ e in the Kids Art Tent. All ages will enjoy listening to local music and s ampling regional food vendors. Tots will especially love the Happy Apple K ids Corner and parents may like the artisan vendors and street dance. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Excelsior Apple Days Grounds\, 37 Water Street\, Minnetrista\, MN \, 55331\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/excelsior-apple-days/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids at the Castle: Nature Explorers DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T182911Z UID:4718@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:American Swedish Institute's Kids at the Castle program is a p reschool playdate with activities\, crafts\, music\, storytelling and more wrapped up in an action-packed morning. Each month offers a new theme ins pired by the season. The fee includes both the program and admission to th e Turnblad Mansion\, a real "castle" right in Minneapolis! Your kids will love exploring the nooks and crannies of the estate\, plus tinkering aroun d in the children's gallery. Register your space as soon as you can plan\; the program sells out. Cost is $20 per family.\n\n[adthrive-in-post-video -player video-id="ZL3NCFyt" upload-date="2025-05-01T00:46:13+00:00" name=" American Swedish Institute" description="American Swedish Institute is a f amily-friendly museum located in a historic\, castle-like estate. There is a children's gallery to explore inside!" player-type="default" override-e mbed="default"]\nSummer 2026 Kids at the Castle programs\n\n September 18 Nature Explorers\n October 16 It's Fall\n\nMore information\n\n \n\n R egistration link: Kids at the Castle\n Learn more: American Swedish Insti tute\, Minneapolis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSpark curiosity with engaging Twin Cities museums\, Add some of these 65 Twin Cities museums to your family 's to-do list! LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T182911Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\ , 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-at-the-castle-friday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Conservatory Fall Flower Show - Opening Day (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5506@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Arguably\, the Sunken Garden is the most classic of the balmy and bright rooms of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory in Como Park. Certai nly the most colorful\, the garden swaps its blooms out multiple times per year\, a seasonal delight for any age\, particularly in the drudges of a Minnesota winter.\n2026 Como Conservatory Flower Shows\n\n WINTER FLOWER SHOW - January 9 - March 15 \n SPRING FLOWER SHOW - Part 1: March 20 - A pril 26\n SPRING FLOWER SHOW - Part 2: May 1 - June 7\n SUMMER FLOWER SH OW - June 12 - September 13\n FALL FLOWER SHOW - Part 1: September 18 - O ctober 18\n FALL FLOWER SHOW - Part 2: October 23 - November 29\n HOLIDA Y FLOWER SHOW - December 4\, 2026 - January 3\, 2027\n\n2026 Como Conserva tory Fall Flower Show\nFrom Como's Sunken Garden website: Part 1 - Chrysa nthemum colors will include deep purple and dark red with small amounts of lavender and white. The first fall flower show features ritual plants\, m edicinal herbs\, and botanicals you might find in witches gardens.\n\nPart 2 - Chrysanthemum colors include bright yellow\, dark red\, green\, and w hite. The second flower show includes many forms of chrysanthemum flowers including bonsai mums surrounded by foliage accent plants such as ‘All G old’ Japanese Hakone Grass\, Japanese maples\, and pines.\n\nNote that t he Sunken Garden closes briefly between the two parts of the Fall Flower S how.\nMore free fun at Como Conservatory this fall\n\n FOR KIDS Como Litt le Explorer Thursdays\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Como Conservato ry's Sunken Garden page LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Como Park Zoo & Conservatory\, 1225 Estabrook Dr\, Saint Paul\, M N\, 55103\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-conservatory-fall-flow er-show/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Paint & Sip MN @ The Summit Ratskeller DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T002420Z UID:34796-1789754400-1789761600@www.summitbrewing.com CATEGORIES:arts,food DESCRIPTION:It’s that time of year again! The Minnesota State Fair is he re! To make sure you can fit the most Summit stops into your fair route\, we’ve put together a list* of all the places serving up a Summit beer. S o\, whether you’re seeking a Summit Extra Pale Ale for your pronto pup\, fried pickles made with Summit Lager or you’re calculating how far Summ it on a Stick is from where you parked so you can get your hands on our St ate Fair exclusive Midway Sparkling Ale! Have no fear\, we’ve put togeth er this handy-dandy map!   \n \n \n \n \n \n Summit on a Stick Booth in the International Bazaar —STATE FAIR EXCLUSIVE: MIDWAY SPARKLING ALE You can also find Extra Pale Ale\, Summi t Lager\, Hefeweizen\, Oktoberfest\, Sága IPA\, Oatmeal Stout on Nitro\, and Summit NA IPA • 12 oz cans. Shanghai Henri’s Building in the Int ernational Bazaar —STATE FAIR EXCLUSIVE: MIDWAY SPARKLING ALE\, Extra P ale Ale\, Oktoberfest\, Summit NA IPA • 12oz cans Find Summit Beer at: A ndy’s Grill — Extra Pale Ale Ball Park — Summit NA • 12oz cans Co asters — Extra Pale Ale • 16oz cans Coliseum — Extra Pale Ale\, Okt oberfest  Dino’s Gyros — Extra Pale Ale\, Sága IPA\, Oktoberfest The  Frontier — Oktoberfest\, Extra Pale Ale • 16oz cans Giggles — Ext ra Pale Ale The Hangar — Extra Pale Ale\, Summit NA • 12oz cans The Hi deaway (Upper Level in Grand Stand)— Extra Pale Ale • 16oz Cans Lulu ’s Public House — Extra Pale Ale\, Summit NA • 12oz cans Luther Auto Pit Stop — Extra Pale Ale • 16oz cans Mancini’s — Extra Pale Ale Midway Men’s Club — Extra Pale Ale\, Oktoberfest • 12oz cans\, Summi t NA • 12oz cans O’Gara’s at the Fair — Summit NA • 12oz cans Th e Perfect Pickle — Summit Lager is in the batter • No beer is sold her e. Ragin Cajun — Extra Pale Ale\, Oktoberfest • 16oz cans RC’s BBQ — Extra Pale Ale • 16oz cans Summer Lakes Boat House — Extra Pale Al e   And remember that all of your favorite fair foods pair well with a Su mmit beer. Happy fair-going & please drink responsibly! *This list is subj ect to change. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T002420Z URL:https://www.summitbrewing.com/event/paint-sip-mn-the-summit-ratskeller -8/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Summit Brewing Co. X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.summitbrewing.com/brewery-visits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lakeville Art Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3529@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Family fun at the Lakeville Art Festival includes over 100 exh ibitors\, demos\, live music\, food trucks and a "Young at Art" tent for y outh. The event has free admission and all ages are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Lakeville Area Arts Center\, 20965 Holyoke Avenue\, Lakeville\, M N\, 55044\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lakeville-art-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Statewide Star Party at the Bell! DTSTART:20260919T010000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T181731Z UID:10006539-1789761600-1789768800@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:arts,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Recommended for all ages \nAcross the state\, people will be l ooking up at the sky this weekend and learning about our state’s officia l constellation during the Bell Museum’s Statewide Star Party. Find an e vent at sites across the state\, or join us at the Bell on Friday night fo r our own Star Party!  \nOutside\, we’ll have our telescopes set up to observe our favorite deep space objects (weather permitting). Inside\, you can learn about the life of massive stars like Polaris and make art inspi red by them. We’ll also have short\, free planetarium shows on a first-c ome\, first-served basis! \n\nPlanetarium show: Our Northern Skies\nShowti mes: 8:10 pm\, 8:40 pm\, 9:40 pm\nASL Interpretation and Open Captioning included for all shows \n  \nRegistration is requested to receive updates regarding this event through Eventbrite. \nPLEASE NOTE: Your Eventbrite registration is not a planetarium show ticket. You can retrieve a planeta rium ticket from the front desk at the Star Party. \nRegister here \nParki ng\n\nPaid surface lot parking\, managed by UMN Parking & Transportation Services\, is available with an entrance off of Larpenteur Ave. The dail y rate is $6. Note: The parking fee is waived for any vehicle in the lot under 10 minutes. Pay stations only accept credit cards.\nAdditional paid parking nearby:\n\nUMN Lot #171\n1532 Cleveland Ave N\, St. Paul\n(paid p arking) \nUMN Lot #175\n2067 Dudley Ave\, St. Paul\n(paid parking) \n  \n The Bell Museum is fully committed to creating an inclusive environment. W e are proud to offer multiple services or resources detailed at the link b elow. For additional information or to request an accommodation\, please c ontact the accessibility office at 612-625-4511 or bellaccess@umn.edu. \nMuseum Accommodations LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T181731Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/statewide-star-party-at-the-bell- 2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bell Museum Star Party (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T011500Z DTEND:20260919T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T122503Z UID:1888@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,education,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with the aid of professionals and a fasc inating telescope on the museum’s outdoor observation deck (if sky condi tions permit). Plus\, these special monthly events offer FREE planetarium shows and hands-on indoor exhibits. The program is recommended for familie s with kids ages 7+ due to both the nature of the activities and the eveni ng start time. Registration is not required but is requested through Event Brite. This helps the museum plan for the number of people. Drop in anyti me during the event.\n\nNote that the museum exhibits are not open during these FREE Star Parties. Parking in the lot is $6/vehicle.\n\nFREE Planeta rium tickets are available on a first-come\, first-served basis at the fro nt desk. Registering does not reserve tickets\, so it is best to show up e arly. Showtimes: 9:40\, 10:10\, 10:40pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T122503Z 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-star-party/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Saturday DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180701Z UID:10006535-1789804800-1789812000@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:This monthly series provides a welcoming and accessible enviro nment for individuals\, families\, and children who have sensory sensitivi ties. Experience our Minnesota Journeys gallery\, temporary exhibits\, the Touch & See Lab\, and a brief planetarium show at 8:45 am—all with lowe red lighting\, quieter sounds\, and fewer visitors. \nAny member of the p ublic who can benefit from this environment is welcome to attend this even t. \n  \nThis is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is included in the cost of regular admission. \nHours & Admission    Directions & P arking \n\nCheck out the video below to learn more about what to expect du ring your visit! \n\n \nSensory-friendly resources\nVisitors are welcome t o check out additional resources like the quiet spaces\, visual timers\, w eighted lap pads\, and hearing protection if it helps make the visit more enjoyable. Read more about the museum’s other accessibility resources. \ nAccessibility resources \n  \nWant to learn more about upcoming sensory friendly programming? Sign up to stay in touch about future opportunities.   \nSign up here LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180701Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/sensory-friendly-saturday-9-19-26 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waconia Nickle Dickle Day DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3339@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,music DESCRIPTION:Waconia's Nickle Dickle Day features a Kid Zone with duck race s\, fun runs\, live music and an arts and crafts sale. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:City Square Park\, 51 Pine Street\, Waconia\, MN \, 55387\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/waconia-nickle-dickle-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TCMRM Model Railroad Show and Hobby Sale DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5950@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum hosts a Model Railroad Show an d Hobby Sale at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds twice a year. Check out op erating model trains\, enjoy a story time with Engineer Paul (10am & 12:30 pm) and shop new and used model trains. Food Trucks on site.  All Ages. D rop In. $7/pp ages 8+. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fairgrounds\, 1265 Snelling Avenue North\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/tcmrm-model-railroad-show-a nd-hobby-sale/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Baby Time at the CAT (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5965@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Baby Time at the CAT is a free opportunity to introduce non-wa lking infants to art. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Cafesjian Art Trust\, 4600 Churchill St\, Shoreview\, MN\, 55126\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/baby-time-at-the-cat-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Louis Park Art Fair DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3301@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,family,food DESCRIPTION:Shop local art\, enjoy food trucks\, family-friendly entertain ment\, demos\, and community art projects. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:St Louis Park Rec Center & ROC\, 3700 Monterey Dr\, St Louis Park \, MN \, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-louis-park-art-fair/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Great Lakeside Festival DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6603@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Have a fun day at the beach during Forest Lake's Great Lakesid e Festival. Family fun incudes swimming\, hula hoops\, live music\, bubble s\, and games. Plus shop local artists booths\, food trucks and more. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Lakeside Park\, 85 N Lake Street\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/the-great-lakeside-festival / X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bell Museum Open Birding (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T192317Z UID:2971@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,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:20260816T192317Z 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/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Caponi Third Saturday (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T001928Z UID:6274@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Drop in to Caponi Art Park on third Saturdays for free hands-o n creative activities with visiting artists.\n\nUpcoming Caponi Third Satu rdays\n\n September 19 Eagan Art Block Sound Garden\n\n 10am-1pm: Natura l Sculpture Workshop. Ages 5+. (Space is limited\, Pre-Register)\n 2-4pm: Music and Sound Workshop Ages 8+. (Space is limited\, Pre-Register)\n\n\ n October 17 April Seller's Dance Collective\n Check Back in May 2017 fo r a new season of Caponi Art Park Events. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T001928Z LOCATION:Caponi Art Park\, 1220 Diffley Road\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/caponi-third-saturday-paint ing-with-nature/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bloomington Street Arts Festival DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T132248Z UID:3792@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Adults\, shop your local artist vendors and enjoy your food an d beverages. Kids\, here's what may interest you:\n\n Sidewalk chalk cont est\n Splatter ball painting\n Creative arts booth\n Community weaving project\n Llamas! LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T132248Z LOCATION:Nine Mile Brewing\, 9555 James Ave South\, Bloomington\, MN\, 554 31\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/bloomington-street-arts-fes tival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stories & Crafts in the Gallery (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T153000Z DTEND:20260919T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T192317Z UID:1728@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Every third Saturday of the month\, the Museum of Russian Art hosts a free story time for families and kids in the Fireside Gallery. Joi n in to hear a story related to art and culture of the region\, learn abou t artworks\, and explore the museum with an interactive gallery hunt. Best for ages 4-8. Each child will create a take-home art project\, so advance registration is required - see link. Cost is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T192317Z LOCATION:The Museum of Russian Art\, 5500 Stevens Avenue South\, Minneapol is\, MN\, 55419\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/stories-crafts-in-the-galle ry-at-museum-of-russian-art/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:S.T.E.A.M. Saturdays: Computer Day DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:1823@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,education,tech DESCRIPTION:Explore Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math at the Pavek Museum’s S.T.E.A.M Saturday events. Each event will be a day of exploration and discovery into a different exciting S.T.E.A.M. topic. I ncluded with admission. FREE entry for students under age 18 and teachers with school ID. Adults $12\; Military $7. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Pavek Museum of Broadcasting\, 3517 Raleigh Ave\, St. Louis Park\ , MN\, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pavek-steam-saturday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fiesta Latina DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2821@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,festival DESCRIPTION:Fiesta Latina is a family-friendly community festival that cel ebrates Latino culture and heritage through art and essential resources. 7 th Street and Margaret Street will be closed for the event. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Clues St. Paul\, 797 East 7th Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55126\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/clues-fiesta-latina/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thai Street Food Festival DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T062706Z UID:3353@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:A free and family-friendly festival featuring authentic Thai s treet food\, live entertainment and an art fair. Sat\, 11am-8pm & Sun\, 11 am-6pm. FREE admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T062706Z LOCATION:Wat Thai of Minnesota\, 2544 Highway 100 S\, St Louis Park\, MN\, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/thai-street-food-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MIA Art in the Park (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064044Z UID:3545@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Drop in to the park for free art activities for all ages. Cele brate the warm weather and try various art projects provided by the Minnea polis Institute of Art.\n\n[caption id="attachment_99296" align="aligncent er" width="600"] Art making with Xo Magnificent at Water Works Park[/capti on] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064044Z LOCATION:Van Cleve Park\, 901 15th Avenue Southeast\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 55414\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mia-art-in-the-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chroma Zone Outdoor Block Party DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6564@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Cap off the 2026 Chroma Zone Mural & Art Festival with a famil y-friendly Outdoor Block Party. Family fun includes an art market\, hands- on art activities for kids\, chalk artists\, food trucks\, live music\, an d bus tours to view this year's new murals. FREE. Drop In. All Ages.\n\nFu ll festival runs September 17-19\, 2026. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Chroma Zone\, Raymond Avenue and Territorial Road\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chroma-zone-outdoor-block-p arty/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids Are Artists Too! Free Art Class DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062556Z UID:2082@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_39084" align="alignleft" width="150"] Visual Arts[/caption]\n\nHallberg Center for Creative Arts is currently ho sting a free storytime and art class for all ages on one of the last Satur days of the month - plus several pop-up special events\, so you'll want to check our listings below. Kids will listen to an art-focused story and wo rk on a coordinating project. Cost is free\, but please register ahead for your half hour time slot - see link. LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062556Z LOCATION:Hallberg Center for Creative Arts\, 5521 E Viking Blvd\, Wyoming\ , MN \, 55092\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-are-artists-too-free-a rt-class-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Building Tour DTSTART:20260920T173000Z DTEND:20260920T181500Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10053-1789907400-1789910100@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free buildin g tour. Learn about the building’s history\, gangster connections\, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday\, walk-ins are welcome and no res ervation is needed. \nTours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/public-building-tour-93/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AAW: Woodturning Demonstration DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10340-1789909200-1789920000@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of woodturning with the American Associat ion of Woodturners’ (AAW) free demonstrations held every third Sunday\, 1–4 pm\, at the Gallery of Wood Art. Watch as expert turners from the Am erican Association of Woodturners’ transform blocks of wood into spinnin g tops and other creative treasures — shavings flying and creativity flo wing! This is a family-friendly\, informative\, fun\, and free experience you won’t want to miss! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:AAW Gallery of Wood Art – Landmark Center\, 75 5th St. W.\, Sui te 222\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/aaw-woodturning-demonstration-7/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sundays at Landmark: Mid-Autmn Moon Festival (FREE) DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T002812Z UID:1835@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,dance,festival,food,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the harvest with this traditional Southeast Asian tr adition. Participate in craft activities\, enjoy music and dance performan ces (including a lion dance)\, sample food\, listen to a storyteller\, and go outside to Rice Park for a lantern parade. Free. Drop in\, but there m ay be lines. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T002812Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 West Fifth Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/sunday-landmark-mid-autumn- moon/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:My Child & Me: Eco Art - Cyanotype & Plants DTSTART:20260921T223000Z DTEND:20260922T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T132317Z UID:1817@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Silverwood Park invites families with school-age children to e xplore the natural world and what is happening outdoors in this recurring nature program. Each program guides families through a different theme whi le creating art together. Ages 7-12 with adult. $8/person. Reservations ar e required by two days prior online or by phone - 763-559-6700.\n2026 Summ er upcoming programs\n\n September 21 Cyanotype & Plants | 5:30-7pm\n\nMo re information\n\n Registration link: Silverwood Park event calendar\n F amily fun: Silverwood Park - Indoors & Outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T132317Z LOCATION:Silverwood Park\, 2500 County Road E\, St. Anthony\, MN\, 55421\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/silverwood-eco-art/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blacksmithing Basics 1 with Coal Forge (8-session Series) DTSTART:20260922T230000Z DTEND:20260923T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28869-1790100000-1790110800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join blacksmithing instructors from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for an eight-session dive into the basics of blacksmithing at D odge’s forge at Shepard Farm! This course is designed to ignite your pas sion for blacksmithing and introduce you to the seemingly endless ways of shaping iron with fire and hammer. You’ll gain basic knowledge o f iron and its characteristics\, an understanding of the dynamics of forgi ng using a coal forge\, and the ability to safely shape iron.  \nBy the e nd of this class\, you’ll have covered the basic forging processes\, including drawing and tapering\, drifting\, punching\, twisting\, and set ting shoulders. You’ll develop those skills through projects such as quick tongs\, scribe/center punch\, round punch/drift\, basic heat treati ng\, hooks\, multi-hook rack\, trivet…and you’ll know what a clink er is!  \nAttendance at the first class session is required—impor tant safety information will be presented. No experience necessary. Al l materials and consumables included in class cost. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/blacksmithing-basics-1-with-co al-forge-8-session-sept-oct-2026/2026-09-22 X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Paint by Nature: Butterflies DTSTART:20260924T233000Z DTEND:20260925T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28742-1790274600-1790281800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Create your own butterfly-inspired masterpiece in this guided painting class! Naturalist and artist Ashley Johnson will provide all the materials\, step-by-step instruction\, and a butterfly template that you c an personalize with your own creative flair. Along the way\, discover the fascinating story of the iconic monarch butterfly and its incredible mig ration\, and get inspired by real butterfly specimens. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/paint-by-nature-butterflies X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Collections DTSTART:20260925T210000Z DTEND:20260925T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T183224Z UID:7474-1790352000-1790355600@smm.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our collections and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participants for a mo re personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one -of-a-kind opportunity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T183224Z LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States URL:https://smm.org/event/collections-tour-9-25/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Science Museum of Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://smm.org/exhibits-experiences END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Art in the Park DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:3547@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Afton's annual Art in the Park event draws local vendors and h osts a free art pavilion for kids with fall crafts and spin art. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Afton Town Square Park\, 3418 St. Croix Trail S\, Afton\, MN \, 5 5001\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-art-in-the-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spirit of the St Croix Art Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:3849@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival is an interactive event s pread along Lakefront Park in Hudson\, Wisconsin. It is produced in partne rship with The Phipps Center for the Arts so expect them to bring the live talent. Browse original artwork from 80 juried artists\, watch live demos and enjoy strolling entertainment. Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Lakefront Park\, 505 First Street\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/spirit-of-the-st-croix-art- festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mini Mia Saturday (FREE) DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260926T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062556Z UID:3039@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Look\, play\, and learn with your child at Mini Mia on select Saturdays!\n\nEach month's event features a guided gallery tour unique for caregivers with their little ones (ages 0-5)\, a movement class\, and sto ry time in the Family Center. The perfect way to introduce your child to a rt in a comfortable setting. This is a very popular event and spaces fill fast and pre-registration is required LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062556Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mini-mia-saturday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pleasant Street Art Walk DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260926T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T062706Z UID:3485@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,family DESCRIPTION:This free\, family-friendly event celebrates creativity\, comm unity\, and connection with a day of art\, music\, and fun. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T062706Z LOCATION:ANM Pottery\, 4667 Pleasant St SE\, Prior Lake\, MN\, 55372\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pleasant-street-art-walk-fr ee/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Art in the Park DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260926T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6683@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Afton's annual Art in the Park event draws local vendors and h osts a free art pavilion for kids with fall crafts and spin art. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Afton Town Square Park\, 3418 St. Croix Trail S\, Afton\, MN \, 5 5001\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-art-in-the-park-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spirit of the St Croix Art Festival DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260926T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6685@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival is an interactive event s pread along Lakefront Park in Hudson\, Wisconsin. It is produced in partne rship with The Phipps Center for the Arts so expect them to bring the live talent. Browse original artwork from 80 juried artists\, watch live demos and enjoy strolling entertainment. Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Lakefront Park\, 505 First Street\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/spirit-of-the-st-croix-art- festival-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Maple Grove Oktoberfest DTSTART:20260926T170000Z DTEND:20260926T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T062706Z UID:2675@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:A fun\, family-friendly fall festival in Maple Grove with game s and activities for all ages such as a petting zoo\, axe throwing and fac e painting. Plus live music and an art fair to browse. Food and drinks for purchase on site. Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T062706Z LOCATION:Maple Grove Central Park\, 12000 Central Park Way\, Maple Grove\, MN\, 55369\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/maple-grove-oktoberfest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Marydale Festival DTSTART:20260926T170000Z DTEND:20260926T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:3825@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,festival DESCRIPTION:Marydale Festival is a community art fair located in Marydale Park in St Paul's North End. In addition to shopping and snacking from doz ens of local vendors\, kids can get their faces painted\, can jump in the bounce castle\, play on the playground and meet animals at the petting zo0 . LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Marydale Park\, 542 Maryland Ave W\, St Paul\, MN\, 55117\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-paul-marydale-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Art in the Park DTSTART:20260927T150000Z DTEND:20260927T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6684@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Afton's annual Art in the Park event draws local vendors and h osts a free art pavilion for kids with fall crafts and spin art. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Afton Town Square Park\, 3418 St. Croix Trail S\, Afton\, MN \, 5 5001\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-art-in-the-park-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spirit of the St Croix Art Festival DTSTART:20260927T150000Z DTEND:20260927T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6686@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival is an interactive event s pread along Lakefront Park in Hudson\, Wisconsin. It is produced in partne rship with The Phipps Center for the Arts so expect them to bring the live talent. Browse original artwork from 80 juried artists\, watch live demos and enjoy strolling entertainment. Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Lakefront Park\, 505 First Street\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/spirit-of-the-st-croix-art- festival-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Building Tour DTSTART:20260927T173000Z DTEND:20260927T181500Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10055-1790512200-1790514900@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free buildin g tour. Learn about the building’s history\, gangster connections\, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday\, walk-ins are welcome and no res ervation is needed. \nTours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/public-building-tour-94/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blacksmithing Basics 1 with Coal Forge (8-session Series) DTSTART:20260929T230000Z DTEND:20260930T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28871-1790704800-1790715600@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join blacksmithing instructors from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for an eight-session dive into the basics of blacksmithing at D odge’s forge at Shepard Farm! This course is designed to ignite your pas sion for blacksmithing and introduce you to the seemingly endless ways of shaping iron with fire and hammer. You’ll gain basic knowledge o f iron and its characteristics\, an understanding of the dynamics of forgi ng using a coal forge\, and the ability to safely shape iron.  \nBy the e nd of this class\, you’ll have covered the basic forging processes\, including drawing and tapering\, drifting\, punching\, twisting\, and set ting shoulders. You’ll develop those skills through projects such as quick tongs\, scribe/center punch\, round punch/drift\, basic heat treati ng\, hooks\, multi-hook rack\, trivet…and you’ll know what a clink er is!  \nAttendance at the first class session is required—impor tant safety information will be presented. No experience necessary. Al l materials and consumables included in class cost. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/blacksmithing-basics-1-with-co al-forge-8-session-sept-oct-2026/2026-09-29 X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mia Discovery Day - Second Floor (FREE) DTSTART:20260930T150000Z DTEND:20260930T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T061658Z UID:2493@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:On Discovery Days at the Minneapolis Institute of Art\, visito rs will find special stations staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who can share more about the museum's collection. Then\, you and your kids can par ticipate in hands-on art activities in the studios. The program is best fo r families with kids in grades 3 to 6. Admission is free and no registrati on is necessary.\n\nThe second floor of Mia contains Arts of Africa\, the Americas\, China\, and Japan. \n\n[caption id="attachment_46845" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Community Artmaking Activities the Mia. Image cre dit: Anne Kingston[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T061658Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mia-discovery-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oakdale Discovery Center Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260930T153000Z DTEND:20260930T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T062751Z UID:2095@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,literary DESCRIPTION:Library Storytime at Oakdale Discovery Center is extra special : your kids can enjoy stories courtesy Washington County Library that teac h early literacy concepts plus a craft each last Wednesday of the month. N o need to register\, just show up. Cost is free.\n\nMORE FAMILY FUN You’ ll absolutely want to stay to poke around in the OAKDALE DISCOVERY CENTER . My kids enjoyed the large aquarium\, hands-on exhibits and book corner. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T062751Z LOCATION:Oakdale Discovery Center & Nature Preserve\, 4444 Hadley Ave N\, Oakdale\, MN \, 55128\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/oakdale-library-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Knee-High Naturalists: Squirrel Tales DTSTART:20261001T150000Z DTEND:20261001T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061752Z UID:6559@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Explore the natural world with your preschooler through hands- on activities\, outdoor walks\, art-making\, storytimes and more. Each mon th brings a new nature topic\; this program typically (but not always\, so please consult the parks & rec calendar) takes place the first Thursday & Saturday of the month. Meet at the Lebanon Hills Regional Park visitor ce nter. Registration required for children (ages 3-6)\; siblings outside the age range cannot be accommodated due to space. Cost is $10 per child.\n\n \nUpcoming Knee-High Naturalist dates & themes\n\n Thursday\, September 3 & Saturday\, September 5th - Fall Migration\n Thursday\, October 1 & Sat urday\, October 3 - Squirrel Tales\n\nMore information\n\n Registration l ink: Find the Dakota County Parks program calendar.\n Learn more: Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, Eagan\n More Family Fun with Dakota County Parks: Forever Wild Family Friday: Fantastic Fireflies (FREE) LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061752Z LOCATION:Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, 860 Cliff Road\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/knee-high-naturalists-thurs day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blacksmithing Basics 1 with Coal Forge (8-session Series) DTSTART:20261001T230000Z DTEND:20261002T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28872-1790877600-1790888400@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join blacksmithing instructors from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for an eight-session dive into the basics of blacksmithing at D odge’s forge at Shepard Farm! This course is designed to ignite your pas sion for blacksmithing and introduce you to the seemingly endless ways of shaping iron with fire and hammer. You’ll gain basic knowledge o f iron and its characteristics\, an understanding of the dynamics of forgi ng using a coal forge\, and the ability to safely shape iron.  \nBy the e nd of this class\, you’ll have covered the basic forging processes\, including drawing and tapering\, drifting\, punching\, twisting\, and set ting shoulders. You’ll develop those skills through projects such as quick tongs\, scribe/center punch\, round punch/drift\, basic heat treati ng\, hooks\, multi-hook rack\, trivet…and you’ll know what a clink er is!  \nAttendance at the first class session is required—impor tant safety information will be presented. No experience necessary. Al l materials and consumables included in class cost. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/blacksmithing-basics-1-with-co al-forge-8-session-sept-oct-2026/2026-10-01 X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Anthropology DTSTART:20261002T210000Z DTEND:20261002T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T183224Z UID:7486-1790956800-1790960400@smm.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our Anthropology collection and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participa nts for a more personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one-of-a-kind opportunity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T183224Z LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States URL:https://smm.org/event/anthropology-tour-10-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Science Museum of Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://smm.org/exhibits-experiences END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eagan Art House First Friday (FREE) DTSTART:20261002T213000Z DTEND:20261002T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T001831Z UID:3648@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Drop in for some artsy family fun on the first Friday of the m onth. This free\, monthly program offers a different project to exercise y our creativity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T001831Z LOCATION:Patrick Eagan Park & Eagan Art House\, 3995 Lexington Avenue Sout h\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eagan-art-house-first-frida y/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:First Saturday Art Lab: What Lurks In the Night (FREE) DTSTART:20261003T150000Z DTEND:20261003T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:1729@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Join Edina Art Center monthly for free Saturday morning artsy fun. Staff will be on hand to assist families with a variety of projects d esigned to help young people explore art concepts and mediums. The program is best for families with kids ages 2-8.\n\nPLAN AHEAD: Free First Saturd ay Art Lab at Edina Art Center is typically held the first Saturday of eac h month (no program July\, August or September). Watch our Family Fun Cale ndar and Twin Cities Southwest Metro Weekend Guide for event listings.\ n2026 Upcoming Free First Saturday Art Lab dates\n\n October 3 What Lurk s In the Night?\n November 7 Fall Textures & Layers\n December 5 Sparkle & Shine\n\nMore information\n\n Pre-register through the city of Edina p arks website. Keyword "First Saturday Art Lab". Please register for 10am o r 11am timeslot for planning purposes. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Edina Art Center\, 4701 West 64th Street\, Edina\, MN\, 55435\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/first-saturday-art-lab-at-e dina-art-center-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gale Woods Farm Fall Fest (FREE) DTSTART:20261003T150000Z DTEND:20261003T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6695@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Gale Woods Farm's annual Fall Fest is bursting with harvest se ason fun! Sheepdog shows\, llamas\, textile crafts\, cooking demos\, hands -on cider making\, naturalist-led exploration\, meet farm animals\, enjoy live music\, peruse the market & tour the gardens. Pack a picnic or purcha se food at the event. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.\n\n[capt ion id="attachment_26477" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Meeting Chicken s at Gale Woods Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Gale Woods Farm\, 7210 County Road 110 West\, Minnetrista\, MN\, 55364\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gale-woods-farm-fall-fest-f ree-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stillwater Rivertown Art Festival DTSTART:20261004T150000Z DTEND:20261004T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3868@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Besides shopping the art\, here's what you'll find in the mann er of family fun: giant bubbles\, roving musicians and characters\, and ar tists demonstrating their crafts. Sunday's theme is "Artoberfest"\, comple te with polka band\, food and beverages\, for those of you looking to cele brate Oktoberfest. FREE admission.\n\n[caption id="attachment_80191" alig n="aligncenter" width="650"] Lowell Park\, Stillwater[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Lowell Park\, 201 Water St N\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United S tates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/stillwater-rivertown-art-fe stival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gale Woods Farm Fall Fest (FREE) DTSTART:20261004T150000Z DTEND:20261004T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6696@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Gale Woods Farm's annual Fall Fest is bursting with harvest se ason fun! Sheepdog shows\, llamas\, textile crafts\, cooking demos\, hands -on cider making\, naturalist-led exploration\, meet farm animals\, enjoy live music\, peruse the market & tour the gardens. Pack a picnic or purcha se food at the event. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.\n\n[capt ion id="attachment_26477" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Meeting Chicken s at Gale Woods Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Gale Woods Farm\, 7210 County Road 110 West\, Minnetrista\, MN\, 55364\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gale-woods-farm-fall-fest-f ree/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Building Tour DTSTART:20261004T173000Z DTEND:20261004T181500Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10057-1791117000-1791119700@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free buildin g tour. Learn about the building’s history\, gangster connections\, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday\, walk-ins are welcome and no res ervation is needed. \nTours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/public-building-tour-95/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crossing Threads: Romanian Motifs in Minnesota Exhibition Opening Reception DTSTART:20261004T180000Z DTEND:20261004T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T000742Z UID:11561-1791118800-1791126000@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Explore the enduring beauty and cultural significance of Roman ian folk art in Crossing Threads: Romanian Motifs in Minnesota\, a specia l exhibition showcasing traditional Romanian embroidery\, textiles\, and d ecorative motifs alongside their influence and presence within Minnesota c ommunities. \nFeaturing intricate patterns\, symbolic designs\, and handcr afted works\, the exhibit highlights how Romanian traditions have traveled across generations and continents\, preserving stories of identity\, fami ly\, and cultural heritage. Visitors will discover the meanings behind dis tinctive motifs found on clothing\, household textiles\, and folk art\, wh ile learning about the connections between Romanian culture and Minnesota ’s diverse cultural landscape. \nJoin us for the opening reception of Cr ossing Threads: Romanian Motifs in Minnesota on October 4 from 1-3 pm in L andmark Center’s North Gallery. The afternoon will feature a special int roduction by exhibition curators Monica von Geldern and Raluca Octav\, wh o will share insights into the exhibition’s development\, the significan ce of Romanian motifs\, the heritage of the Romanian blouse\, and the conn ections between traditional folk art and contemporary cultural life in Min nesota. \nCrossing Threads: Romanian Motifs in Minnesota will be on view f rom October 4 – December 31 during Landmark Center’s public building h ours. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T000742Z LOCATION:North Gallery – Landmark Center\, 75 5th St. W.\, St. Paul\, MN \, 55104\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/crossing-threads-romanian-motifs- in-minnesota-exhibition-opening-reception/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Guatemala Gala DTSTART:20261004T210000Z DTEND:20261005T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182658Z UID:10000357-1791129600-1791144000@spas-elca.org CATEGORIES:arts,community,drink,food DESCRIPTION:Support the ministries of the Iglesia Luterana Agustina de Gua temala (ILAG) as we gather for a meal\, entertainment and updates from Gua temala as we celebrate how we are woven together with our siblings in the ILAG!  Pastor Karen Castillo\, Diego Gil Castillo and Valeria Gil Castill o from Guatemala will be our special guests. \n4:00 p.m. – Social HourUn wind with a drink from the cash bar while enjoying lively music that lifts your spirit. Greet Pastor Karen\, Diego and Valeria. Discover unique hand made goods in the marketplace. Purchase a blend of Guatemalan coffee or an item off the Giving Tree\, all fun ways to support a great cause that mak es a lasting impact. Chat with Chef Amalia Moreno-Damgaard at her cookbook table and personalize bookmarks to send to ILAG’s elementary students. \n5:30 p.m. – Plated DinnerSavor the flavors of Guatemala with a delicio us dinner crafted from Chef Amalia’s cookbook—each dish a celebration of heritage and heart. You’ll select your menu choice as part of the reg istration process. Select from: \n1.  Pollo Jocón (Chicken\, Tomatillo\, and Cilantro Stew)2.  Hilachas (Shredded Beef and Potato Stew)3.  Guisa do de Garbanzos y Vegetales (Chickpea and Vegetable Stew) \nAll dishes are served with a salad\, rice\, black beans\, tortillas and dessert. \n6:30 p.m. – ProgramPastor Karen\, Diego and Valeria will share with us exciti ng updates from our companionship about the development of strong leaders in the congregations\, plans for the CLAG elementary school now that the m ortgage is paid off\, and changes in the ILAG staffing. A representative f rom the synod’s health ministry team will discuss their inaugural visit with mobile clinics next year to help improve health for entire communitie s. The synod’s new bishop\, the Rev. Justin Grimm\, will also share a wo rd. \nPlease note: Seating for the gala will be assigned by tables (10 gue sts per table). All guests listed on same registration will be seated at t he same table. For special seating requests\, contact Gala Committee at il agcompanions@gmail.com. \nYour support for the 2026 Guatemala Gala helps t he ILAG continue and expand the life-changing work they do in education\, health\, leadership development\, music and SEED ministries! \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n Regis tration Deadline: September 27Questions? Contact the synod office at 651-2 24-4313 or admin@spas-elca.org. \nIndividual Tickets – $75 per person\nC lick the register button below to purchase tickets for the gala. We encour age you to pay by check\, which saves credit card processing fees and allo ws more of your payment to go toward ILAG ministries. To pay by check\, ch oose the “offline” payment method (available until Sept. 23) during th e registration process. Checks must be received by Sept. 30 for your regis tration to be finalized. Registrations after Sept. 23 must be paid online with a credit card. Registration closes on Sept. 27. \nMake checks payable to the Saint Paul Area Synod and mail to: \nSaint Paul Area SynodAttn: Da vid Roinas105 University Ave. W.St. Paul\, MN 55103 \n \n REGISTER FO R INDIVIDUAL TICKETS\n \n \n \n \n \n Table Sponsors – $1\,500 for 10 Guests\nTable sponsors are invited to reserve a table for 1 0 guests\, which includes a special gift bag of Guatemalan goods for each person. If you wish to reserve a table\, do not use the button above\; ins tead complete the form below. We’ll follow up with you to get informatio n about those who will attend. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Table Sponsor Reservation - 2026 Guatemala Gala\n \n \n CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Congregation/Organizatio n(Required)Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Cit y\n \n \n State\n \n \n Zip\n \n \n Phone(Required)First/Last Name of Person Completing This Form(Required)Email(Required)Payment will be received by Sept. 23 via :\n \n \n Check made out to "Saint Paul Area Synod." Mail to 105 University Ave. W.\, St. Paul MN 55103\n \n \n \n Online paym ent at www.spas-elca.org/give (choose Guatemala Gala tile)\n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n Δ LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182658Z LOCATION:Town & Country Club\, 300 N. Mississippi River Blvd.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States URL:https://spas-elca.org/event/2026-guatemala-gala/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Saint Paul Area Synod X-SOURCE-URL:https://spas-elca.org/calendar-of-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mini Mia Wednesday (FREE) DTSTART:20261007T150000Z DTEND:20261007T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:575@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Look\, play\, and learn with your child at Mini Mia on first W ednesdays!\n\nEach month's event features a guided gallery tour unique for caregivers with their little ones (ages 0-5)\, a movement class\, and sto ry time in the Family Center. The perfect way to introduce your child to a rt in a comfortable setting. This is a very popular event and spaces fill fast and pre-registration is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wednesday-mini-mia/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wild Beauty: Meet the Artists DTSTART:20261007T190000Z DTEND:20261007T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T181731Z UID:10006543-1791381600-1791387000@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the artists who contributed to the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium\, now on display in the temporary ex hibition Wild Beauty. \nThe Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium c aptures the intimate details of the beautiful wild plants of a beloved loc al treasure. This compendium of 111 watercolor illustrations was created b y artists of the Minnesota School of Botanical Art\, founded by Marilyn Ga rber and active 2001-2025. The project reclaims a centuries-old form to hi ghlight a special\, public place that’s important today. It carries on a tradition of botanical illustration that brings together art and science to create accurate\, yet expressive\, depictions of living plants.   \nR efreshments will be served\, and the Bell-produced\, temporary exhibition Wild Beauty: The Botanical Art of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Flor ilegium will be open for viewing. \n  \nThis is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is included in the cost of regular admission. \nHours & A dmission    Directions & Parking \n  \nThe Bell Museum is fully commi tted to creating an inclusive environment. We are proud to offer multiple services or resources detailed at the link below. For additional informati on or to request an accommodation\, please contact the accessibility offi ce at 612-625-4511 or bellaccess@umn.edu. \nMuseum Accommodations LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T181731Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/wild-beauty-meet-the-artists/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blaine - We Are Water MN DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201 DTSTAMP:20260814T002756Z UID:10000613-1791417600-1796083199@www.mnhum.org CATEGORIES:arts,community,education DESCRIPTION:The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues st atewide and in local communities through personal stories\, histories\, an d scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water\, exposes visitors to new perspectives\, and increases participatio n in water stewardship activities. \nHost Partner: Anoka County Library \n We Are Water MN will round out its 2026 tour at the Northtown Library in B laine! Anoka County Libraries exist to serve their communities and connect them to resources and learning\, and We Are Water MN is no exception\, br inging water education and engagement to the library. Fun fact: Anoka Coun ty is the 4th largest county in the state of Minnesota\, comprised of over 360\,000 residents! Libraries are naturally places people go to learn\, a nd we look forward to seeing the many water related resources\, books\, bo ok discussions\, and beyond! \nThough most of the programming at Northtown will happen indoors\, the library also features beautiful outdoor grounds \, with a pond and Shoreline Buffer Garden that are on library premises. J oin us outside for nature programming! \nAbout We Are Water MN?\nWe are Wa ter MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minn esota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Socie ty\; the Board of Water and Soil Resources\; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources\; and University of Minnesota Extension. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T002756Z LOCATION:Northtown Library\, 711 County Hwy 10 NE\, Blaine\, MN\, 55434\, United States URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/blaine-we-are-water-mn/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Humanities Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/duluth-we-are-water-mn END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Viking Fest DTSTART:20261010T150000Z DTEND:20261018T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3822@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Viking Fest promises to be a "bold new celebration of Viking h eritage\, Norse mythology\, and living history". The festival spans the fi rst two weekends of October and takes place at the Dakota County Fairgroun ds in Farmington complete with live entertainment\, arts and crafts\, stor ytelling\, axe throwing\, archery\, weapons training\, puzzle quests\, bla cksmithing\, combat training\, weaving\, woodworking\, historic cooking\, and more. Immerse yourself in the daily life of the Viking people - visiti ng encampments\, interacting with their residents\, learning and playing\, browsing an artisan marketplace and feasting on authentic Nordic fare. Oc tober 10-11 and 17-18\, 2026\, 10am-6pm. See link for admission details.\n \n[caption id="attachment_100227" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Image c ourtesy Nemer Fieger[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Dakota County Fairgrounds\, 4008 220th St W\, Farmington\, MN\, 5 5024\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/viking-fest-minnesota/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:City of Lakes Art Fair DTSTART:20261010T150000Z DTEND:20261010T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6637@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:The City of Lakes Art Fair\, along the autumn shores of Bde Ma ka Ska\, brings together artists\, live music\, and food trucks for a fami ly-friendly weekend festival. Find the fair northwest side of Bde Maka Ska between W Lake and W 32nd Street. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Bde Maka Ska Park\, 3000 Bde Maka Ska Parkway\, MN\, Minneapolis\ , 55408\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/city-of-lakes-art-fair-free -2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Owámni: Falling Water Festival DTSTART:20261010T160000Z DTEND:20261010T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:3930@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Spanning three parks and both sides of the Stone Arch Bridge\, the Owámni: Falling Water Festival is Minneapolis Parks' annual celebrat ion of indigenous Minnesota cultures. Enjoy live music and entertainment\, an art showcase\, and food to purchase. \n\n[caption id="attachment_3492 4" align="aligncenter" width="750"] Stone Arch Bridge[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Father Hennepin Bluff Park\, 420 SE Main Street\, Minneapolis\, M N\, 55414\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/owamni-falling-water-festiv al/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:City of Lakes Art Fair DTSTART:20261011T150000Z DTEND:20261011T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6638@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:The City of Lakes Art Fair\, along the autumn shores of Bde Ma ka Ska\, brings together artists\, live music\, and food trucks for a fami ly-friendly weekend festival. Find the fair northwest side of Bde Maka Ska between W Lake and W 32nd Street. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Bde Maka Ska Park\, 3000 Bde Maka Ska Parkway\, MN\, Minneapolis\ , 55408\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/city-of-lakes-art-fair-free -3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Building Tour DTSTART:20261011T173000Z DTEND:20261011T181500Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10059-1791721800-1791724500@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free buildin g tour. Learn about the building’s history\, gangster connections\, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday\, walk-ins are welcome and no res ervation is needed. \nTours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/public-building-tour-96/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bell Museum Homeschool Day DTSTART:20261013T150000Z DTEND:20261013T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180701Z UID:10006437-1791885600-1791901800@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bell Museum for special homeschool days. Bring your group and enjoy hands-on science labs and immersive planetarium shows that complement your science curriculum. \n  \n \n\nExperience our educa tion classrooms where students can discover\, observe\, and learn through engaging activities in astronomy & ecology! Hands-on activities for all ag es include exploring extremophiles in outer space\, creating climate actio n zines\, and building beaver dams. Helpful Bell educators will be availab le to answer any questions. \n  \n\nExplore our newly opened exhibit\, Wi ld Beauty: The Botanical Art of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Floril egium. Wild Beauty displays 111 watercolors depicting the plants of the El oise Butler Wildflower Garden\, and includes activities such as a collabor ative garden mural and an opportunity to learn to draw plants. Enhance you r visit in our Minnesota Journeys gallery with accompanying printed Discov ery Journals. Discovery Journals are provided for students Grades 2-12 and designed to support your visit through our interactive and immersive gall eries. \n  \n \n  \nThe Bell Museum has expanded its K12 visit experien ces with our On Native Land program thanks to funding from Shakopee Mdew akanton Sioux Community. These programs\, Gidinendamowinaan and Kapémni\, explore Minnesota’s natural history through Ojibwe and Dakhóta traditi onal ecological ways of knowing. During Homeschool Day you’re invited to join our On Native Land educators for a fun hands-on activity. \n  \n \n   \nJoin Bell Museum staff for a Story Time especially for children ages 2-7 (but all ages welcome). We will read stories about different cultures and regions of the world and books that explore our universe\, from the fa r reaches of the galaxy down to tiny microbes here on Earth. \n  \n  \n \nGrab a ticket to explore “Solar System Road Trip” in the Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Planetarium. \nShow length: 30 minutes\nThis show is appropriate for ages 4 and up \nPlease note: the 12:30pm planetarium show will include open captions. For additional information or to request an a ccommodation\, please contact the accessibility office at 612-625-4511 or  bellaccess@umn.edu. \n  \nPricing \nNon-members\n\n\n$14 per Adult (wit h planetarium) \n$14 per Youth (with planetarium)\n$12 per Adult (withou t planetarium) \n$12 per Youth (without planetarium) \n\n\nMembers\n\n$1 0 per Adult (with planetarium)\n$10 per Youth (with planetarium)\n$8 per A dult (without planetarium)\n$8 per Youth (without planetarium)\n\n  \nReg ister here \n  \nPlease contact bellgroups@umn.edu with questions. We will accept pre-registration until Monday\, October 12. Early registratio n assures we have time to prepare lab supplies and staff. \nWalk-in regist rations available while tickets last. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180701Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/bell-museum-homeschool-day-oct-13 -26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beavers and Botanicals DTSTART:20261014T150000Z DTEND:20261014T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T181923Z UID:10006548-1791972000-1791993600@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:From the MEA break to the end of the month\, the Bell Museum b rings extra family fun into the galleries with Beavers and Botanicals\, an exploration of some of our current favorites! \nLearn about beavers in Co llections Cove as you build a beaver puppet.  See a “Rodent Revue” of specimens in the Touch and See Lab’s discovery wall display and peer in side fruits and flowers with plant X-rays.  \nYou can also celebrate bota nical art and the plants it depicts when you see the temporary exhibition Wild Beauty: The Botanical Art of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Flor ilegium. The exhibition includes a collaborative garden mural\, an opportu nity to learn to draw plants\, and a seek and find game. \n  \nThis is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is included in the cost of regular admission. \nHours & Admission    Directions & Parking \n  \nThe Bel l Museum is fully committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are p roud to offer multiple services or resources detailed at the link below. F or additional information or to request an accommodation\, please contact the accessibility office at 612-625-4511 or bellaccess@umn.edu. \nMuse um Accommodations LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T181923Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/beavers-and-botanicals/2026-10-14 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sketch-in at the Bell: Beavers and Botanicals DTSTART:20261014T223000Z DTEND:20261015T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T182159Z UID:10006563-1791999000-1792009800@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Recommended for ages 12 and older\n\nAre you a painter\, sketc her\, or nature journalist? This is a special opportunity to spread out yo ur drawing materials and take your time sketching in the Bell’s Touch an d See Lab and at our wildlife dioramas. Bring your own materials or try ou t some of ours! \nJoin us for an evening of Beavers and Botanicals sketchi ng! Guest artists of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium will be on hand with demonstrations\, and the exhibition Wild Beauty: The Botan ical Art of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium will be open for viewing\, with artist-led tours. In keeping with our theme\, mammal an d plant specimens will be on display for detailed drawing. \nPlease note: This is a special program for sketchers. The Planetarium will not be open. Participants pay regular museum admission: tickets are available in advan ce or at the door. \n\nAre you a Bell Museum member or a University of Min nesota student? Bring your member card or University ID for free entry and skip the line! \n  \n\nThis is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is included in the cost of regular admission. \nHours & Admission    Di rections & Parking LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182159Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/sketch-in-at-the-bell-10-14-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Paul Art Crawl at Schmidt DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:3902@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,food DESCRIPTION:Visit over 80 Artists including potters\, painters\, fiber art ists\, jewelers\, metal & wood workers. Stop by the rooftop open palette t o learn\, find creative inspiration and check out the views. Grab at bite from food truck vendors on the plaza or in the lobby cafe. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Schmidt Artist Lofts Brewhouse\, 900 7th Street West\, Saint Paul \, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/schmidt-fall-art-crawl/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Paul Art Crawl at Schmidt DTSTART:20261016T230000Z DTEND:20261017T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6692@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,food DESCRIPTION:Visit over 80 Artists including potters\, painters\, fiber art ists\, jewelers\, metal & wood workers. Stop by the rooftop open palette t o learn\, find creative inspiration and check out the views. Grab at bite from food truck vendors on the plaza or in the lobby cafe. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Schmidt Artist Lofts Brewhouse\, 900 7th Street West\, Saint Paul \, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-paul-art-crawl-at-schmid t-fri/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Saturday DTSTART:20261017T130000Z DTEND:20261017T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260813T181823Z UID:10006546-1792224000-1792231200@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:This monthly series provides a welcoming and accessible enviro nment for individuals\, families\, and children who have sensory sensitivi ties. Experience our Minnesota Journeys gallery\, temporary exhibits\, the Touch & See Lab\, and a brief planetarium show at 8:45 am—all with lowe red lighting\, quieter sounds\, and fewer visitors. \nAny member of the p ublic who can benefit from this environment is welcome to attend this even t. \n  \nThis is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is included in the cost of regular admission. \nHours & Admission    Directions & P arking \n\nCheck out the video below to learn more about what to expect du ring your visit! \n\n \nSensory-friendly resources\nVisitors are welcome t o check out additional resources like the quiet spaces\, visual timers\, w eighted lap pads\, and hearing protection if it helps make the visit more enjoyable. Read more about the museum’s other accessibility resources. \ nAccessibility resources \n  \nWant to learn more about upcoming sensory friendly programming? Sign up to stay in touch about future opportunities.   \nSign up here LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T181823Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/sensory-friendly-saturday-10-17-2 6/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Havoc at the Pavek: Local Legends DTSTART:20261017T150000Z DTEND:20261017T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3411@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Halloween at Pavek Museum of Broadcasting as it is t ransformed into the Haunted Manor of the eccentric Lord Havoc. Family fun includes a ghostly scavenger hunt incorporating STEM activities. Expect to spend about an hour on this spooky adventure during your chosen visit tim e. Timed tickets available on the half hour. This year\, you really want t o pre-register because pre-registered participants pay-what-you-can starti ng at FREE. Pay at the door will be regular museum admission $12/adults\; $7/ages 4-17. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Pavek Museum of Broadcasting\, 3517 Raleigh Ave\, St. Louis Park\ , MN\, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/havoc-and-the-pavek/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Paul Art Crawl at Schmidt DTSTART:20261017T170000Z DTEND:20261018T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6693@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,food DESCRIPTION:Visit over 80 Artists including potters\, painters\, fiber art ists\, jewelers\, metal & wood workers. Stop by the rooftop open palette t o learn\, find creative inspiration and check out the views. Grab at bite from food truck vendors on the plaza or in the lobby cafe. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Schmidt Artist Lofts Brewhouse\, 900 7th Street West\, Saint Paul \, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-paul-art-crawl-at-schmid t-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Paul Art Crawl at Schmidt DTSTART:20261018T170000Z DTEND:20261018T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6694@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,food DESCRIPTION:Visit over 80 Artists including potters\, painters\, fiber art ists\, jewelers\, metal & wood workers. Stop by the rooftop open palette t o learn\, find creative inspiration and check out the views. Grab at bite from food truck vendors on the plaza or in the lobby cafe. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Schmidt Artist Lofts Brewhouse\, 900 7th Street West\, Saint Paul \, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-paul-art-crawl-at-schmid t-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Building Tour DTSTART:20261018T173000Z DTEND:20261018T181500Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10061-1792326600-1792329300@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free buildin g tour. Learn about the building’s history\, gangster connections\, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday\, walk-ins are welcome and no res ervation is needed. \nTours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/public-building-tour-97/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AAW: Woodturning Demonstration DTSTART:20261018T180000Z DTEND:20261018T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10342-1792328400-1792339200@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of woodturning with the American Associat ion of Woodturners’ (AAW) free demonstrations held every third Sunday\, 1–4 pm\, at the Gallery of Wood Art. Watch as expert turners from the Am erican Association of Woodturners’ transform blocks of wood into spinnin g tops and other creative treasures — shavings flying and creativity flo wing! This is a family-friendly\, informative\, fun\, and free experience you won’t want to miss! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:AAW Gallery of Wood Art – Landmark Center\, 75 5th St. W.\, Sui te 222\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/aaw-woodturning-demonstration-8/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mia Discovery Day - Third Floor (FREE) DTSTART:20261021T150000Z DTEND:20261021T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T061658Z UID:6739@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:On Discovery Days at the Minneapolis Institute of Art\, visito rs will find special stations staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who can share more about the museum's collection. Then\, you and your kids can par ticipate in hands-on art activities in the studios. The program is best fo r families with kids in grades 3 to 6. Admission is free and no registrati on is necessary.\n\nThe third floor of Mia contains Arts of Exploration\, Fashion\, Minnesota History\, and Modern Life. \n\n[caption id="attachmen t_46845" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Community Artmaking Activities t he Mia. Image credit: Anne Kingston[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T061658Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mia-discovery-day-third-flo or/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Babies at the Castle: Eyes as Big as Plates DTSTART:20261023T141500Z DTEND:20261023T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2465@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the American Swedish Institute's Babie s at the Castle program! Explore the rich heritage of Swedish culture whil e engaging in fun and educational activities with your little ones. Each p rogram includes a 30-minute tour encouraging interaction with the art\, fo llowed by 15 minutes of sensory play in the Castle. Each baby receives a t hemed teether to take home as a keepsake. These programs sell out fast. Re gister early. Cost is $21/parent-child\, includes museum admission.\n\nNot e: Strollers are not allowed in the Castle. Wear a baby carrier for the mo st comfortable experience. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\ , 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/babies-at-the-castle-friday / X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Babies at the Castle: Eyes as Big as Plates DTSTART:20261024T141500Z DTEND:20261024T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2466@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the American Swedish Institute's Babie s at the Castle program! Explore the rich heritage of Swedish culture whil e engaging in fun and educational activities with your little ones. Each p rogram includes a 30-minute tour encouraging interaction with the art\, fo llowed by 15 minutes of sensory play in the Castle. Each baby receives a t hemed teether to take home as a keepsake. These programs sell out fast. Re gister early. $21/parent-child\, includes museum admission.\n\nNote: Strol lers are not allowed in the Castle. Wear a baby carrier for the most comfo rtable experience. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\ , 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/babies-at-the-castle-saturd ay/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Ink Day DTSTART:20261024T170000Z DTEND:20261024T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:581@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:A free event for the whole family! Free Ink Day (family printi ng days) are a chance to stop in\, learn about printmaking\, and create yo ur own prints to take home. Drop in from 12-4pm\, all ages welccome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Highpoint Center for Printmaking\, 912 W Lake Street\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55408\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/free-ink-day-highpoint-cent er-for-printmaking/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spooky Trains! DTSTART:20261024T200000Z DTEND:20261025T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T060816Z UID:4690-1792854000-1792868400@www.tcmrm.org CATEGORIES:arts,holiday DESCRIPTION:Night Trains® season is a special Holidays tradition at the T win City Model Railroad Museum\, and it kicks off with Spooky Trains! \nHa lloween “Spooky” Night Trains – October 24th\, and 31st– See spook y trains and Halloween decorations on the layouts! Costumes are welcome! T reats will be handed out. (Spooky Trains admission is only $10 per person) \nNight Trains is a registered trademark of the Twin City Model Railroad Museum LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060816Z LOCATION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum\, 668 Transfer Road\, Suite 8\, S aint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States URL:https://www.tcmrm.org/special-events/spooky-trains-1/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Twin City Model Railroad Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tcmrm.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Building Tour DTSTART:20261025T173000Z DTEND:20261025T181500Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10063-1792931400-1792934100@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free buildin g tour. Learn about the building’s history\, gangster connections\, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday\, walk-ins are welcome and no res ervation is needed. \nTours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/public-building-tour-98/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sundays at the Landmark: Great Pumpkin Halloween Celebration (FREE ) DTSTART:20261025T180000Z DTEND:20261025T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T002812Z UID:3636@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,holiday DESCRIPTION:Part of Landmark Center's Sundays at the Landmark\, families w ill enjoy live entertainment\, crafts\, candy treats\, a costume parade.  Free. Drop in\, but there may be lines. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T002812Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 West Fifth Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/great-pumpkin-halloween-cel ebration-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spooky Trains! DTSTART:20261031T200000Z DTEND:20261101T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T060816Z UID:4644-1793458800-1793473200@www.tcmrm.org CATEGORIES:arts,holiday DESCRIPTION:Night Trains® season is a special Holidays tradition at the T win City Model Railroad Museum\, and it kicks off with Spooky Trains! \nHa lloween “Spooky” Night Trains – October 24th and 31st – See spooky trains and Halloween decorations on the layouts! Costumes are welcome! Tr eats will be handed out. (Spooky Trains admission is only $10 per person) \nNight Trains is a registered trademark of the Twin City Model Railroad M useum LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060816Z LOCATION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum\, 668 Transfer Road\, Suite 8\, S aint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States URL:https://www.tcmrm.org/special-events/spooky-trains-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Twin City Model Railroad Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tcmrm.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Building Tour DTSTART:20261101T183000Z DTEND:20261101T191500Z DTSTAMP:20260731T061203Z UID:10065-1793536200-1793538900@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free buildin g tour. Learn about the building’s history\, gangster connections\, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday\, walk-ins are welcome and no res ervation is needed. \nTours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length. LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T061203Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/public-building-tour-99/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arb AppleHouse Holiday Boutique DTSTART:20261106T150000Z DTEND:20261106T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6621@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,holiday DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum's AppleHouse is free to visi t. After apple season wraps up\, the AppleHouse hosts a Holiday Boutique f rom November 6th to December 20\, 2026. Shop for unique gifts for the gard en lover in your family. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum AppleHouse\, 7485 Rolling Acres Roa d\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/arb-applehouse-holiday-bout ique/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Night Trains 2026 - 2027 Season DTSTART:20261107T210000Z DTEND:20261108T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T180700Z UID:4691-1794063600-1803754800@www.tcmrm.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Night Trains® season is a special Holidays tradition at the T win City Model Railroad Museum. Night Trains runs from October 2026 throug h February 2027 with additional bonus nights noted below. \nWhat is Night Trains? The museum’s collection of model trains of all scales and toy tr ains of yesteryear come alive throughout the Museum (Sorry\, no real train s to board and ride on!). Night Trains Season magic begins as the lights a re turned down and the buildings and street lights glow warmly\, setting t he scene for specially lighted models of operating vintage passenger train s. The make believe towns are buried in snow and holiday decorations are s et up all over the towns. Uniquely decorated trains will run on the layout s and special holiday-only layouts will also be on display. \nHours and Ad mission\nEvery Saturday from November 7th\, 2026 to February 27th\, 2027. The event runs from 3:00pm to 7pm\, tickets will be sold for 2 hour time b locks. $15 per guest\, children 4 and under are free. \nAdvance tickets on sale for Summer Night Trains Event! \n  \n2026 – 2027 Special Evenings \n*Special appearances may change without notice. Please watch our Faceboo k page for the latest info. \nOctober \nThe season kicks off with Spooky T rains! See event details here! \nNovember \n\nTBA\n\nDecember \n\nTBA\n\nJ anuary \n\nTBA\n\nFebruary \n\nTBA\n\nNight Trains is a registered tradema rk of the Twin City Model Railroad Museum. LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T180700Z LOCATION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum\, 668 Transfer Road\, Suite 8\, S aint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States URL:https://www.tcmrm.org/special-events/night-trains/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Twin City Model Railroad Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tcmrm.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Night Trains - Opening Night DTSTART:20261107T210000Z DTEND:20261108T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:4089@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Night Trains\, a special tradition at the Twin City Model Rail road Museum\, running Saturdays November 7\, 2026 through February 27\, 20 27. The museum lights are turned low and the train layout glow\, especiall y magical during the holiday season. Tickets\, $15/pp age 4+.\n\n[adthrive -in-post-video-player video-id="tFpR44ur" upload-date="2022-02-27T17:44:14 +00:00" name="Twin City Model Railroad Museum" description="Family day at the Twin City Model Railroad Museum in Saint Paul\, Minnesota." player-typ e="default" override-embed="default"] LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum\, 668 Transfer Rd Ste 8\, St Paul \, MN \, 55114\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/night-trains/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Building Tour DTSTART:20261108T183000Z DTEND:20261108T191500Z DTSTAMP:20260831T000814Z UID:10067-1794141000-1794143700@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free buildin g tour. Learn about the building’s history\, gangster connections\, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday\, walk-ins are welcome and no res ervation is needed. \nTours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000814Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/public-building-tour-100/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rumriver Free Family Art Day DTSTART:20261114T160000Z DTEND:20261114T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2288@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Make art together on a Saturday morning at Rumriver Art Center . Pre-register for this FREE class for families with children ages 4+ - an d you'll want to hurry as the sessions book up quick. See registration lin k below. Ages 4+. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Rumriver Art Center\, 2665 4th Avenue\, Anoka\, MN\, 55303\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/rumriver-free-family-art-da y/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Advent Workshop CYF DTSTART:20261129T173000Z DTEND:20261129T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260725T055914Z UID:4tctet31jn7lu1e43q5bfo1ulc@google.com CATEGORIES:arts,education LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T055914Z X-SOURCE-NAME:SPUCC Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.spucconsummit.org/artisanfestival END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2313@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,holiday,market DESCRIPTION:Shop marketplace booths for handcrafted items including\, jewe lry\, wreaths\, paintings\, woven and wearable art\, handmade lotions\, so aps and more. There will also be live entertainment\, treats and chances t o win prizes. $5/pp ages 13+\; free for 12 and under.\nThe Landmark Center in Winter – Image courtesy of the City of St. Paul LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 West Fifth Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/landmark-center-old-fashion ed-holiday-bazaar/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Conservatory Holiday Flower Show - Opening Day (FREE) DTSTART:20261204T160000Z DTEND:20261204T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5507@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Arguably\, the Sunken Garden is the most classic of the balmy and bright rooms of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory in Como Park. Certai nly the most colorful\, the garden swaps its blooms out multiple times per year\, a seasonal delight for any age\, particularly in the drudges of a Minnesota winter.\n2026 Como Conservatory Flower Shows\n\n WINTER FLOWER SHOW - January 9 - March 15 \n SPRING FLOWER SHOW - Part 1: March 20 - A pril 26\n SPRING FLOWER SHOW - Part 2: May 1 - June 7\n SUMMER FLOWER SH OW - June 12 - September 13\n FALL FLOWER SHOW - Part 1: September 18 - O ctober 18\n FALL FLOWER SHOW - Part 2: October 23 - November 29\n HOLIDA Y FLOWER SHOW - December 4\, 2026 - January 3\, 2027\n\n2026 Como Conserva tory Holiday Flower Show\nFrom Como's Sunken Garden website: Northern ligh ts inspire the holiday show with poinsettias highlighting all the colors o f the aurora borealis. Poinsettias include burgundy\, pink\, variegated\, yellow\, and white. Accent plants include kalanchoe and silvery foliage fr om eucalyptus and ‘Silver Falls’ dichondra.\nMore free fun at Como Con servatory this winter\n\n FOR KIDS Como Little Explorer Thursdays\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Como Conservatory's Sunken Garden page LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Como Park Zoo & Conservatory\, 1225 Estabrook Dr\, Saint Paul\, M N\, 55103\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-conservatory-holiday-f lower-show/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar DTSTART:20261204T160000Z DTEND:20261205T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6100@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,holiday,market DESCRIPTION:Shop marketplace booths for handcrafted items including\, jewe lry\, wreaths\, paintings\, woven and wearable art\, handmade lotions\, so aps and more. There will also be live entertainment\, treats and chances t o win prizes. $5/pp ages 13+\; free for 12 and under.\nThe Landmark Center in Winter – Image courtesy of the City of St. Paul LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 West Fifth Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/old-fashioned-holiday-bazaa r-fri/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar DTSTART:20261205T160000Z DTEND:20261205T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6101@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,holiday,market DESCRIPTION:Shop marketplace booths for handcrafted items including\, jewe lry\, wreaths\, paintings\, woven and wearable art\, handmade lotions\, so aps and more. There will also be live entertainment\, treats and chances t o win prizes. $5/pp ages 13+\; free for 12 and under.\nThe Landmark Center in Winter – Image courtesy of the City of St. Paul LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 West Fifth Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/old-fashioned-holiday-bazaa r-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar DTSTART:20261206T160000Z DTEND:20261206T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6102@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,holiday,market DESCRIPTION:Shop marketplace booths for handcrafted items including\, jewe lry\, wreaths\, paintings\, woven and wearable art\, handmade lotions\, so aps and more. There will also be live entertainment\, treats and chances t o win prizes. $5/pp ages 13+\; free for 12 and under.\nThe Landmark Center in Winter – Image courtesy of the City of St. Paul LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 West Fifth Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/old-fashioned-holiday-bazaa r-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:An Eidem Farm Christmas (FREE) DTSTART:20261206T180000Z DTEND:20261206T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:4178@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,holiday DESCRIPTION:Old-fashioned festivities at Eidem Farm's old-fashioned holida y celebration include a walking tour\, winter wonderland activities and Ch ristmas crafts. Plus explore the grounds and the first floor of the histor ic house at your own pace. This is a free\, drop-in event for all ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Historic Eidem Farm\, 4345 101st Ave N\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 554 43\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/an-eidem-farm-christmas/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MGM Pan African Kwanzaa Celebration (FREE) DTSTART:20261226T180000Z DTEND:20261231T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:4072@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food,holiday,music DESCRIPTION:Each of the seven days will celebrate its corresponding princi ple (see below). Activities will include a daily call of drums\, storytell ing\, youth-led activities\, performances\, a fashion show\, art showcases \, food\, music\, gift giving\, honoring our elders and more. Daily from 1 2-3pm\, December 26-31.\n\n[caption id="attachment_89989" align="aligncent er" width="600"] 2024 Kwanzaa Celebration at Midtown Global Market. Image credit: Cultural Wellness Center[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Midtown Global Market\, 920 E Lake St\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 55407 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kwanzaa-at-midtown-global-m arket/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Shanty Projects (FREE) DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270208 DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3948@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:Art Shanty Projects is an annual pop up festival mixing art wi th us hardy\, lake-loving Minnesotans. The public is invited to bundle up and venture onto frozen Lake Harriet to explore these unique icehouses des igned by local artists. Weekends only\, January 16-February 7\, 2027. Admi ssion is free\; donations are how the event stays running. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Lake Harriet Park\, 4135 W Lake Harriet Parkway\, Minneapolis\, M N\, 55409\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/art-shanty-projects/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Shanty Projects (FREE) DTSTART:20270116T160000Z DTEND:20270116T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:4893@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:Art Shanty Projects is an annual pop up festival mixing art wi th us hardy\, lake-loving Minnesotans. The public is invited to bundle up and venture onto frozen Lake Harriet to explore these unique icehouses des igned by local artists. Weekends only\, January 16-February 7\, 2027. Admi ssion is free\; donations are how the event stays running. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Lake Harriet Park\, 4135 W Lake Harriet Parkway\, Minneapolis\, M N\, 55409\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/art-shanty-projects-saturda y/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Shanty Projects (FREE) DTSTART:20270117T160000Z DTEND:20270117T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:4894@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:Art Shanty Projects is an annual pop up festival mixing art wi th us hardy\, lake-loving Minnesotans. The public is invited to bundle up and venture onto frozen Lake Harriet to explore these unique icehouses des igned by local artists. Weekends only\, January 16-February 7\, 2027. Admi ssion is free\; donations are how the event stays running. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Lake Harriet Park\, 4135 W Lake Harriet Parkway\, Minneapolis\, M N\, 55409\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/art-shanty-projects-sunday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bell Museum Homeschool Day DTSTART:20270202T160000Z DTEND:20270202T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180701Z UID:10006436-1801562400-1801578600@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bell Museum for special homeschool days. Bring your group and enjoy hands-on science labs and immersive planetarium shows that complement your science curriculum. \n  \n \n\nExperience our educa tion classrooms where students can discover\, observe\, and learn through engaging activities in astronomy & ecology! Helpful Bell educators will be available to answer any questions. \n  \n  \n\nEnhance your visit in ou r Minnesota Journeys gallery with accompanying printed Discovery Journals. Discovery Journals are provided for students Grades 2-12 and designed to support your visit through our interactive and immersive galleries. \n  \ n  \n \n  \nThe Bell Museum has expanded its K12 visit experiences with our On Native Land program thanks to funding from Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. These programs\, Gidinendamowinaan and Kapémni\, explore Minnesota’s natural history through Ojibwe and Dakhóta traditional eco logical ways of knowing. During Homeschool day you’re invited to join ou r On Native Land educators for a fun hands-on activity. \n  \n \n  \nNew ! Join Bell Museum staff for a Story Time especially for children ages 2-7 (but all ages welcome). We will read stories about different cultures and regions of the world and books that explore our universe\, from the far r eaches of the galaxy down to tiny microbes here on Earth. \n  \n \n\nGrab a ticket to explore “Winter Night Skies” in the Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Planetarium. \nShow length: 30 minutes\nThis show is appropria te for ages 4 and up \nPlease note: the 12:30pm planetarium show will incl ude open captions. For additional information or to request an accommodati on\, please contact the accessibility office at 612-625-4511 or bellacces s@umn.edu. \n  \nPricing \nNon-members\n\n\n$14 per Adult (with planetari um) \n$14 per Youth (with planetarium)\n$12 per Adult (without planetari um) \n$12 per Youth (without planetarium) \n\n\nMembers\n\n$10 per Adult (with planetarium)\n$10 per Youth (with planetarium)\n$8 per Adult (witho ut planetarium)\n$8 per Youth (without planetarium)\n\n  \nCheck back for registration details for homeschool day \n  \nPlease contact bellgroups @umn.edu with questions. We will accept pre-registration until Monday\, February 1. Early registration assures we have time to prepare lab suppli es and staff. \nWalk-in registrations available while tickets last. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180701Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/bell-museum-homeschool-day-feb-2- 27/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Visit the M! on World Art Day (FREE) DTSTART:20270415T150000Z DTEND:20270415T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2135@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Visit the M! for FREE anytime Thursday through Sunday\, 10am –4pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Minnesota Museum of American Art\, 350 Robert Street North\, Sain t Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-museum-american-a rt-family-fun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minneapolis Art-A-Whirl (FREE) DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270514 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270517 DTSTAMP:20260831T001655Z UID:2236@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Individual artists and galleries are back for the 30th year of showcasing their finest for your family to enjoy at Art-A-Whirl. If you a re interested in discovering what your family and children will be interes ted in\, you might want to study up on the most family-friendly offerings at Art-A-Whirl - including artist demos and kid-friendly workshops\, an ar t car parade and coloring contest. If this sounds overwhelming\, Joy has s ome strategies for making the most of Art-A-Whirl with kids of all ages.  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T001655Z LOCATION:Notheast Minneapolis\, 1500 Jackson St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 5 5413\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-art-a-whirl/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minneapolis Art-A-Whirl Friday (FREE) DTSTART:20270514T220000Z DTEND:20270515T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T001655Z UID:6014@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Individual artists and galleries are back for the 30th year of showcasing their finest for your family to enjoy at Art-A-Whirl. If you a re interested in discovering what your family and children will be interes ted in\, you might want to study up on the most family-friendly offerings at Art-A-Whirl - including artist demos and kid-friendly workshops\, an ar t car parade and coloring contest. If this sounds overwhelming\, Joy has s ome strategies for making the most of Art-A-Whirl with kids of all ages.  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T001655Z LOCATION:Notheast Minneapolis\, 1500 Jackson St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 5 5413\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-art-a-whirl-fri / X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minneapolis Art-A-Whirl Saturday (FREE) DTSTART:20270515T170000Z DTEND:20270516T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T001655Z UID:6015@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Individual artists and galleries are back for the 30th year of showcasing their finest for your family to enjoy at Art-A-Whirl. If you a re interested in discovering what your family and children will be interes ted in\, you might want to study up on the most family-friendly offerings at Art-A-Whirl - including artist demos and kid-friendly workshops\, an ar t car parade and coloring contest. If this sounds overwhelming\, Joy has s ome strategies for making the most of Art-A-Whirl with kids of all ages.  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T001655Z LOCATION:Notheast Minneapolis\, 1500 Jackson St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 5 5413\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-art-a-whirl-sat / X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minneapolis Art-A-Whirl Sunday (FREE) DTSTART:20270516T170000Z DTEND:20270516T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T001655Z UID:6016@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Individual artists and galleries are back for the 30th year of showcasing their finest for your family to enjoy at Art-A-Whirl. If you a re interested in discovering what your family and children will be interes ted in\, you might want to study up on the most family-friendly offerings at Art-A-Whirl - including artist demos and kid-friendly workshops\, an ar t car parade and coloring contest. If this sounds overwhelming\, Joy has s ome strategies for making the most of Art-A-Whirl with kids of all ages.  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T001655Z LOCATION:Notheast Minneapolis\, 1500 Jackson St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 5 5413\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-art-a-whirl-sun / X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eagan Art Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270621 DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2266@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Art for sale in all mediums\, live entertainment and food for purchase. This is another one of those summer art festivals hosted by a pa rk with a splash pad. If you bring the kids\, they won't be able to resist it! Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Eagan Central Park\, 1501 Central Parkway\, Eagan\, MN \, 55121\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eagan-art-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eagan Art Festival DTSTART:20270619T140000Z DTEND:20270619T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5870@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Art for sale in all mediums\, live entertainment and food for purchase. This is another one of those summer art festivals hosted by a pa rk with a splash pad. If you bring the kids\, they won't be able to resist it!  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Eagan Central Park\, 1501 Central Parkway\, Eagan\, MN \, 55121\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eagan-art-festival-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eagan Art Festival DTSTART:20270620T150000Z DTEND:20270620T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5871@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Art for sale in all mediums\, live entertainment and food for purchase. This is another one of those summer art festivals hosted by a pa rk with a splash pad. If you bring the kids\, they won't be able to resist it!  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Eagan Central Park\, 1501 Central Parkway\, Eagan\, MN \, 55121\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eagan-art-festival-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pavek Museum Podcast Camp DTSTART:20270623T133000Z DTEND:20270625T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5211@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Pavek Museum's Podcast Camp for kids ages 9-14 will return in the summer of 2027. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Pavek Museum of Broadcasting\, 3517 Raleigh Ave\, St. Louis Park\ , MN\, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pavek-museum-podcast-camp/ X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR