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X-WR-CALNAME:Saint Paul · outdoors · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shakopee CC Playtime - Pool DTSTART:20260917T140000Z DTEND:20260917T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:5593@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Little swimmers and splashers ages 0-6 have the zero-depth ent ry pool to themselves before the center opens to the general public for op en swim. Slides & water play structures will not be available during this time\, but some pool toys will be provided. Adults must accompany their ch ildren in the water\, but they pay no admission fee to do so. Please check the link provided as the open swim calendar is subject to change.\nShakop ee CC Playtime pool hours\n\n Thursday & Friday | 9-10:30am\n Saturday & Sunday | 9:30-11am\n\nCC Playtime admission\n\n $4/resident child\n $6/ non-resident child\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Shakopee Indoor Aq uatic Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Shakopee Community Center\, 1255 Fuller Street South\, Shakopee\, MN\, 55379\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/shakopee-cc-playtime-pool-t hurs/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Phalen ExploraTots (FREE) DTSTART:20260917T150000Z DTEND:20260917T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T061758Z UID:5734@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Saint Paul's ExploraTots program is a nature-based\, parent-ch ild preschool program. Each program has a different theme and a similar sc hedule between 10-11:30am.\n\n Choice time activity stations on a theme\n Storytime\n Group hike\n Wrap-up\n\nDress for the weather as this is a n outdoor program. Ages 3-5 with an adult (siblings welcome). FREE\, but r egistration required - see link.\n\n[caption id="attachment_17222" align=" aligncenter" width="600"] ExploraTots Program held at Phalen Park\, Crosby Park & Como Park in 2026[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T061758Z LOCATION:Phalen Regional Park\, 1600 Phalen Drive\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 551 06\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/phalen-exploratots-free/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:EBWG Statewide Star Party & Stargazing (FREE) DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T181902Z UID:6748@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:First meet at Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden from 5-8pm to ce lebrate and learn more Ursa Minor -- the Minnesota state constellation -- and other stars and their life cycles. Families will have a chance to crea te their own constellations and enjoy the garden trails.\n\nThen\, move to  JD Rivers' Children's Garden from 7-9pm to stargaze using a telescope.\n \nPart of the Statewide Star Party\, both events are FREE\, all ages\, dro p in and open to the public. Note that the two areas of the park are appro ximately 3 miles apart -- a little far to walk at night. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T181902Z LOCATION:Theodore Wirth Regional Park\, 1339 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55411\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ebwg-statewide-star-party/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Evening at Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden (FREE) DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:2410@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Drop in for some quiet nature time at Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden on Thursdays when the gardens are open until 8pm.\n\nWeekly on Thu rsdays through August - Open until 8 pm\,\n\nBonus Fun beginning in May: 5 -6pm Flower Hour Guided Tour of the gardens (May through August). LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minnea polis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/thursday-evening-at-eloise- buter-wildflower-garden-free/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_c ampaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Family Fishing Nights (FREE) DTSTART:20260917T223000Z DTEND:20260918T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T063115Z UID:3654@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The whole family is invited to an evening of free fishing in M inneapolis parks - all equipment\, bait and tackle provided plus pro angle rs present to help with fishing techniques and tricks. Show up at your lei sure with the kids and cast your line! All events are free of charge.\n\n2 026 Minneapolis Fall Family Fishing Nights schedule\n\n September 17 Lake Nokomis Park | 5:30-7:30pm\n September 26 Lake Nokomis Park | 4-6pm\n S eptember 29 Powderhorn Park | 5:30-7:30pm\n October 3 Theodore Wirth Park | 4-6pm\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minneapolis Parks & Rec cata log LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T063115Z LOCATION:Lake Nokomis Park\, 2401 East Minnehaha Parkway\, Minneapolis\, M N\, 55417\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-fall-family-fis hing-nights/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-pau l-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Night for Nature 2026 DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28610-1789668000-1789680600@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Dodge Nature Center’s 60th anniversary is coming up in 2027\ , and we’re kicking off this historic milestone at Night for Nature! \nF or six decades\, Dodge has grown because of people like you: people who be lieve in the power of nature and the importance of protecting it for futur e generations. \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening outdoors as we celeb rate Dodge’s past\, honor the community that has helped us thrive\, and raise funds to support 60 more years—and beyond—of environmental educa tion. \n\nFor more event details and to purchase tickets\, see Night for N ature 2026. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/night-for-nature-2026?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dead End Hayride DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTSTAMP:20260912T182054Z UID:6406@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Ride the Dead End Hayride through a deep\, dark 160-acre wood and farmland. After encountering zombies\, cannibal families\, flying gobl ins-wielding-chainsaws and other deranged horror scenes while on the creep y hayride\, guests can explore haunted houses. Onsite food trucks\, bevera ges\, bonfires round out the night. Make a day of it and visit Pinehaven F arm and the Great Pumpkin Trail. Recommended for ages 13+\, no one under 1 0 admitted. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T182054Z LOCATION:Pinehaven Farm\, 28186 Kettle River Blvd\, Wyoming\, MN\, 55092\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/dead-end-hayride/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chanhassen Bone Adventure (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T110000Z DTEND:20261003T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3738@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Take your dog out for a hike and search for ten painted bone s igns along Chanhassen’s 66 miles of trails. Take a photo of pup with the bones and show them to Chuck & Don’s Chanhassen to receive a free dog t reat. You'll also be entered into a grand prize drawing. No fee to or purc hase to participate. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Chuck & Don's Chanhassen\, 7818 Market Boulevard\, Chanhassen\, M N\, 55317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-bone-adventure/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scarecrows\, Pumpkins & Harvest Fun DTSTART:20260918T130000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:6833@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:It's harvest season at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Back for another autumn\, Bachman's brings their Scarecrow Showdown for you to tour on Scarecrow Hill. You can cast your vote for viewer's favorite. \n \nMore fall family fun: Pumpkin Palooza starts October 1 and runs through Halloween. At Farm at the Arb kids will enjoy a corn maze with the U of M logo\, a mini straw bale maze\, yard games\, and giant pumpkin displays.\n \nAnd remember\, the AppleHouse is stocked with your favorite variety of f all's natural sweet treat - many developed right at the Arboretum.\n\nAttr actions are included with Landscape Arboretum admission of $20-$25/Ages 16 +\; free 15 & under. Reserve tickets online. Full event runs September 18- October 31\, 2026.\n\n[caption id="attachment_54488" align="aligncenter" w idth="600"] 2023 Scarecrow Entry - Image courtesy Landscape Arboretum.[/ca ption]\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum ev ents LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/arboretum-scarecrows-pumpki ns-harvest-fun/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint- paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shakopee CC Playtime - Pool DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:5594@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Little swimmers and splashers ages 0-6 have the zero-depth ent ry pool to themselves before the center opens to the general public for op en swim. Slides & water play structures will not be available during this time\, but some pool toys will be provided. Adults must accompany their ch ildren in the water\, but they pay no admission fee to do so. Please check the link provided as the open swim calendar is subject to change.\nShakop ee CC Playtime pool hours\n\n Thursday & Friday | 9-10:30am\n Saturday & Sunday | 9:30-11am\n\nCC Playtime admission\n\n $4/resident child\n $6/ non-resident child\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Shakopee Indoor Aq uatic Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Shakopee Community Center\, 1255 Fuller Street South\, Shakopee\, MN\, 55379\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/shakopee-cc-playtime-pool-f ri/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northern Lights Glow Party DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:4353@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Each Friday and Saturday night the Northern Lights are out at Zero Gravity Adventure Park! The park GLOWS from 6-9pm as your kids race a round enjoying 2-hour unlimited access to the wall-to-wall trampolines\, f oam tumble pit\, dodgeball court\, ninja obstacle course\, climbing wall a nd laser tag arena. Your special Northern Lights Glow Party ticket is just $25\, includes all the attractions plus a $10 arcade card. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Zero Gravity Adventure Park\, 2292 Woodale Dr\, Mounds View\, MN \, 55112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/zero-gravity-adventure-park -northern-lights-glow-party-friday/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics &utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Union Depot Ghost Tours DTSTART:20260918T231500Z DTEND:20260920T004500Z DTSTAMP:20260819T132248Z UID:3964@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Best for older kids (or maybe a date night?)\, the 90-minute g uided walking tour of Union Depot explores the beautiful building's supern atural history. Tours run September 18 & 19. Tickets $27.47. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T132248Z LOCATION:Union Depot\, 214 4th Street East\, St Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/union-depot-ghost-tours/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ghost Tours at Union Depot by CynCity Tours DTSTART:20260918T231500Z DTEND:20260919T004500Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182938Z UID:10006446-1789755300-1789760700@www.uniondepot.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Calling all ghosts seekers! Explore the haunts of Lowertown in and Union Depot! CynCity Tours will guide you on an unforgettable 90-minu te stroll that includes behind-the-scenes areas of this iconic railroad st ation.  Plenty of ghosts and history!  Every tour guest will receive a c omplimentary Union Depot Ghost Tour tote bag!  In case of inclement weath er\, the tour will take place entirely inside Union Depot. \nGET YOUR TICK ETS HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182938Z LOCATION:Waiting Room\, 240 Kellogg Blvd E\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.uniondepot.org/event/ghost-tours-at-union-depot-by-cyncity -tours-3/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=s aint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Union Depot X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.uniondepot.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nicollet Commons Splash Pad Scheduled to Close DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5785@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:The water feature at Nicollet Commons is open the third weeken d in May through the third weekend in September\, weather permitting. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Nicollet Commons Park\, 12550 Nicollet Ave\, Burnsville\, MN\, 55 337\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/nicollet-commons-splash-pad -scheduled-to-close/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=s aint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Corn Maze DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20260903T001928Z UID:2871@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's Corn Maze will o pen for the fall season. This includes the 15-acre\, multi-phase corn maze themed "Country's Cool Again" and mini mazes such as the "no left turn" m aze\, straw bale maze\, rope maze and more yard games. There's even an a B arnyard Apple Blaster! Activities for all ages. Corn maze admission of $10 -$12/person does not include orchard general admission - see link for deta ils. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T001928Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-corn-maze-openi ng-date-opening/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint -paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Riverboat Excursion - Enjoy Scenic Taylor Falls in Autumn DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTSTAMP:20260911T122322Z UID:3855@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Each 80-minute cruise includes a narrated scenic tour along St . Croix River. Families welcome. Daily 80 minute tours. Prices vary starti ng at $18.18-$35.30 (2 and under Free). Daily September 19-October 18\, 20 26\n\n Saturday & Sunday Tour Times: 11am\, 1pm\, 3pm\, 4pm\n Weekday To urs: 1pm (and 3pm on Friday)\n\nBONUS FUN Bring along our list of the Top 10 Things To Do In Taylors Falls\, Minnesota with Kids.\n\n[caption id="at tachment_26449" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Make a day of your visit. [/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T122322Z LOCATION:Taylors Falls Boats\, 220 South Street\, Taylors Falls\, MN\, 550 84\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fall-riverboat-excursion/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Big Air Burnsville Cosmic Glow Night DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:2152@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:The Twin Cities Southeast Metro welcomes its newest trampoline adventure park\, Big Air Burnsville! There are tons of cool attractions ( bouncing\, ninja-ing\, interactive challenging) and themed events we're ke eping track of right here. Tickets: $27.99 & up. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Big Air Burnsville\, 14290 Plymouth Ave\, Burnsville\, MN \,  55 337\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/big-air-burnsville-events/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn 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/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn 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,free,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/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scarecrows\, Pumpkins & Harvest Fun DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T003019Z UID:6815@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:It's harvest season at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Back for another autumn\, Bachman's brings their Scarecrow Showdown for you to tour on Scarecrow Hill. You can cast your vote for viewer's favorite. \n \nMore fall family fun: Pumpkin Palooza starts October 1 and runs through Halloween. At Farm at the Arb kids will enjoy a corn maze with the U of M logo\, a mini straw bale maze\, yard games\, and giant pumpkin displays.\n \nAnd remember\, the AppleHouse is stocked with your favorite variety of f all's natural sweet treat - many developed right at the Arboretum.\n\nAttr actions are included with Landscape Arboretum admission of $20-$25/Ages 16 +\; free 15 & under. Reserve tickets online. Full event runs September 18- October 31\, 2026.\n\n[caption id="attachment_54488" align="aligncenter" w idth="600"] 2023 Scarecrow Entry - Image courtesy Landscape Arboretum.[/ca ption]\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum ev ents LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T003019Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/scarecrows-pumpkins-harvest -fun/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Guided Birding Walk with MOU DTSTART:20260919T133000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T181940Z UID:10006536-1789806600-1789812000@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Note: Bell Museum admission is not included \nJoin the Minneso ta Ornithologists’ Union on a guided bird walk! Meet at the main entranc e of the Bell Museum—the group will depart at 8:30am and return at 10am. Dress for the weather and be prepared for challenging terrain. \n \nBring a water bottle and snack if desired. Binoculars are available for those who do not have them\, but participants are encouraged to bring their own if they can. \nWalks are capped at 15 participants. Registration is on a f irst-come\, first-served basis\, and closes the Wednesday before the event \, or when we are at capacity. \n  \nRegister here \n  \nThe Bell Museum is fully committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are proud to offer multiple services or resources detailed at the link below. For addit ional information or to request an accommodation\, please contact the acc essibility office at 612-625-4511 or bellaccess@umn.edu. \nMuseum Accom modations LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T181940Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/guided-birding-walk-with-mou-9-19 -26/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Swede Hollow Park – Birding in the Heart of St. Paul DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T013306Z UID:10000467-1789808400-1789815600@saintpaulbirdalliance.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 19 – 9 am – 11 am\n622 Beaumont St\, St Paul\, MN 55130                                                                                  \nSaint Paul Bird Alliance joins with Friend s of Swede Hollow\, Saint Paul Public Library (Dayton’s Bluff location)\ , and Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County to of fer a great birding experience in the heart of St. Paul. Come learn about the site’s history and see what fall migrants pass through the Hollow. T hose who want to track birds at Mike’s feeders are welcome to bring a fo lding chair and join Kiki Sonnen for a “bird sit” opportunity at the m eeting spot. You might want to bring your art supplies and try sketching t he scene. \nINFORMATION:  Loaner binoculars and field guides will be ava ilable for your use. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking sh oes. No restrooms on site. \nDIRECTIONS:   Meet at the entrance to the D rewry Tunnel at Swede Hollow Park across from 622 Beaumont St. East\, St. Paul 55130.  44.961473\, -93.074421. On-street parking is available. Par king is also available at the Hope Community Academy parking lot at the en d of Beaumont Street. \nREGISTRATION: None \nACCESSIBILITY: Approximately 1.5 miles on rolling paved paths. Mostly level\, but the route through the Drewry Tunnel has a short\, steep decline going into the park and a steep incline as you come out of the park. No Restrooms \nLEADERS   Kathy Si dles 651-233-6804   kesid@aol.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T013306Z LOCATION:Swede Hollow Park\, 622 Beaumont Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55130\, United States URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/swede-hollow-park-birding-in-t he-heart-of-st-paul-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign =saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Saint Paul Bird Alliance X-SOURCE-URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/birds-and-beers-saint -paul-june-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Country Sun Farms Saturday Fall Fun DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T061924Z UID:6625@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:At Country Sun Farm your kids can delight in a giant corn pit outfitted with buckets\, slides and toys\, a bounce house\,  Silly String Zone\, make your way through the corn maze\, enjoy the fall scenery on a hay ride\, and pan for gems. Plus\, grab your pumpkins for Halloween. FREE . Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T061924Z LOCATION:Country Sun Farm\, 11211 N 60th St\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55042\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/country-sun-farms-saturday/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Burnsville Lions Splash Pad at Cliff Fen Park Scheduled to Close DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002724Z UID:5783@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, the splash pad at Cliff Fen Park is open daily 9am-10pm\, beginning the third weekend in May and remains open throu gh the third weekend in September. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002724Z LOCATION:Cliff Fen Park\, 120 Cliff Road E\, Burnsville\, MN\, 55337\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/burnsville-lions-splash-pad -closes/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Arboretum Drop-In Discovery Booths DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:2562@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:A visit to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum may be more kid-f riendly than you think. Besides all the open green space for younger ones to wander freely\, there are hands-on educational (and fun!) opportunities sprinkled in among the gardens. Drop-in Discovery Booths offer simple nat ure activities families can complete at their own pace. New topics every m onth to keep things fresh. The booths are open 10am-2pm\, Saturdays. Inclu ded with Arboretum admission of $20/adults (in advance)\, FREE for kids un der 16.\n2026 Summer Discovery Booth schedule\n\n June 6\, 13\, 20 & 27\n July 4\, 11\, 18 & 25\n August 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 & 29\n September 5\, 12 \, 19 & 26\n October 3\, 10 & 17\n\nDiscovery Booth themes\nAs these them es change with the seasons\, this list is an example of what you might exp erience during Drop In Discoveries at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum:\n \n Tulip "Guess Who"\n Ask a Scientist! Azaleas\n Painting azaleas with botanical dyes\n Ask a Scientist! Sustainable Lawns\n Vegetable Garden- in-a-Cup\n Pollination Investigation\n Tree Music\n Harvest Days (corn\ , potato\, Kernza\, apples)\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Drop-in Discovery Booths LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/arboretum-drop-in-discovery -booths/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Morning on the Farm DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:2126@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The wonderful Gale Woods Farm is a great place for kids to exp lore what type of work you do on a farm. Every Saturday this summer kids c an help on a the farm -- poke around in the barn\, meet farm animals\, and even roll up your sleeves to help in the garden (Three Rivers recommends participants wear farm clothes). NOTE: While you can visit the park anytim e\, special events like this are the only chance you'll get to explore the barn. Reserve your spot at the link below. Cost is $6 per person. Drop In s welcome as space permits. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Gale Woods Farm\, 7210 County Road 110 West\, Minnetrista\, MN\, 55364\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gale-woods-saturday-morning -on-the-farm/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-pa ul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shakopee CC Playtime - Pool DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:5595@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Little swimmers and splashers ages 0-6 have the zero-depth ent ry pool to themselves before the center opens to the general public for op en swim. Slides & water play structures will not be available during this time\, but some pool toys will be provided. Adults must accompany their ch ildren in the water\, but they pay no admission fee to do so. Please check the link provided as the open swim calendar is subject to change.\nShakop ee CC Playtime pool hours\n\n Thursday & Friday | 9-10:30am\n Saturday & Sunday | 9:30-11am\n\nCC Playtime admission\n\n $4/resident child\n $6/ non-resident child\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Shakopee Indoor Aq uatic Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Shakopee Community Center\, 1255 Fuller Street South\, Shakopee\, MN\, 55379\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/shakopee-cc-playtime-pool-s at/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Birding DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180701Z UID:10006537-1789812000-1789815600@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Note: Bell Museum admission is not included \nAll visitors can join the birding fun on the Bell Museum’s Learning Landscape! This drop -in guided experience welcomes all experience levels\, especially those wh o are new to bird-watching! Binoculars are available and the group will re main on the flat\, paved sidewalk just outside of the museum. \nNo registr ation is required for open birding\; you can drop in any time during the s ession! \n  \nThis is an in-person event at the Bell Museum. \nHours & Ad mission    Directions & Parking LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180701Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/open-birding-9-19-26/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bell Museum Open Birding (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T061758Z UID:2971@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Bell Museum's Learning Landscape for a guided bird -watching experience! Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from the Bell.\n\nNote: This is a FREE outdoor event. Regular admission is required to visit the museum. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T061758Z LOCATION:Bell Museum of Natural History\, 2088 Larpenteur Ave W\, Saint Pa ul\, MN \, 55113\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/bell-museum-open-birding/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Apple Jack Orchards Fun Farm Weekends DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:6699@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,market,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Apple Jack Orchards is one of the largest operations in the Tw in Cities Northwest Metro. They offer pretty much anything you can imagine in the way of fresh fall produce and down-on-the-farm activities. The App le Jack Fun Farm is open 7 days a week with a limited number of activities available Mon-Fri and the full range of attractions on the weekends. Ther e is no admission to visit the market\, gift shop or bakery but a general admission ticket is required to enjoy the Fun Farm attractions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Apple Jack Orchards\, 4875 37th St SE\, Delano\, MN\, 55328\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/apple-jack-orchards-fun-far m-weekends-sat/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint- paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Orchard Fall Fun DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:5806@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's will open for th e fall season of U-Pick raspberries\, blackberries and apples. Visit any d ay of the week for fresh fruit\, a unique playground\, petting farm and ha y rides plus more attractions added to the mix starting Labor Day weekend. $5-$7 general admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-orchard-fall-op ener/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Corn Maze Opens DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T003019Z UID:6722@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's Corn Maze will o pen for the fall season. This includes the 15-acre\, multi-phase corn maze themed "Country's Cool Again" and mini mazes such as the "no left turn" m aze\, straw bale maze\, rope maze and more yard games. There's even an a B arnyard Apple Blaster! Activities for all ages. Corn maze of $10-$12/perso n admission does not include orchard general admission - see link for deta ils. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T003019Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-corn-maze-sat/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Town Open DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:2683@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Como Town is an amusement park located adjacent to the wonderf ul Como Park Zoo & Conservatory in St Paul. The lineup of rides and attrac tions is aimed at the 12-and-under set and includes attractions such as a junior rollercoaster\, the exciting Soaring Eagle zip line\, classic swing s\, kiddie cars\, spinning teacups and a big splash zone. You can choose t o purchase points for the individual attractions or opt for an all-inclusi ve wristband.\n\n[caption id="attachment_15013" align="aligncenter" width= "600"] Thumbs up for the Soaring Eagle[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Como Town\, 1301 Midway Parkway\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55103\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-town-opening-weekend/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Everly Farms Fall Visits DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002724Z UID:3632@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Everly Farms was f/k/a Minnetonka Orchards and retains all of the activities and charm of the previous operation. There is still a full lineup of fall attractions awaiting you on weekends\, included with your a dmission ticket. Refresh after apple or pumpkin-picking with hot apple cid er and apple doughnuts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002724Z LOCATION:Everly Farms\, 6530 County Road 26\, Minnetrista\, MN\, 55364\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/everly-farms-fall-visits/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sever's Corn Maze & Fall Festival DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T002935Z UID:6724@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Sever's Corn Maze & Fall Festival is a Twin Cities institution ! Back for another season with a full lineup of fun – obstacle course\, corn maze\, cider-sipping\, petting zoo\, pumpkin blast\, magic shows\, zi p line\, playground and jumping pillow\; additional activities extra. New in 2026\, your pass is good all season long. Open weekends\, 10am-7pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002935Z LOCATION:Sever's Festivals\, 3121 150th Street West\, Shakopee\, MN\, 5537 9\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/severs-corn-maze-fall-festi val-sat/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North Mississippi Drop-In Nature: Water On the Move (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062556Z UID:6070@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:There is almost always free family fun to be had at North Miss issippi Regional Park. Some programs require registration and have a limit ed amount of space\, others invite visitors to come by on a drop-in basis. If you're not interested in a structured activity\, the Kroening Interpre tive Center has animal and nature materials and self-guided activity ideas . Staff can get you started on your own outdoor exploration\, too. There's a nature playground steps from the door\, a super splashy (and free) wadi ng pool\, and trails to hike or bike that bend close to the river.\n\nThis page keeps track of FREE family programming at North Mississippi Regional Park. Remember\, you'll often (but not always) need to register ahead as space is limited and usually books up. Note: MPRB offers waiting lists on FULL programs. Jump on the waiting list or browse ahead to register for fu ture events.\n2026 Upcoming Drop-In Nature programs\nThese programs design ed for families are free\, but registration is required as spots are limit ed. For a full description\, please refer to the Minneapolis Park & Rec ca talog. Programs run 11am-3pm.\n\n  September 19 Water On the Move\n D ecember 19 Nocturnal Neighbors\n\nMore information\n\n Registration link: Minneapolis Parks activities catalog\n Learn more: Carl Kroening Interpr etive Center\, Minneapolis\n Our Favorite Kid-Friendly Trails in the Twin Cities for Family Hikes (1 mile or less) LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062556Z LOCATION:North Mississippi Regional Park\, 4900 North Mississippi Drive\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55430\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/north-mississippi-drop-in-n ature/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rockpoint Church Corn Maze (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T002623Z UID:3340@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:A corn maze has returned to Rockpoint Church this year and com es complete with pedal cars\, the corn cannon\, kids axe throwing and a wa gon ride. Saturdays only through October 3\, 11am-4pm. Admission is free.\ n\nACCESSIBLE MAZE EVENT! Requires pre-registration. Sunday\, October 4\, 2026\, 2-5pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T002623Z LOCATION:Rockpoint Church\, 5825 Kelvin Avenue North\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55 042\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/rockpoint-church-corn-maze/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Fall Colors Train in Osceola DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260920T204000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062950Z UID:1953@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:How idyllic to enjoy a ride through the beautiful St. Croix Va lley Scenic Byway on a historic train. Not only will the sights of fall su rround you\, but you will feel such peace with the repetitive chugging and the fresh scents of the season. 90-minute fall color trains run on select dates September 19 through October 18\, 2026. Limited seating - reserve y our tickets. Family 4-Pack $133.75.\n\n[caption id="attachment_13672" alig n="aligncenter" width="600"] Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062950Z LOCATION:Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway\, 114 Depot Road\, Osceola\, W I\, 54020\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-transportation-mu seum-events/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-pau l-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FULL. Free Pontoon Shuttle to/from Coney Island (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T063126Z UID:5971@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:If you have ever wanted to visit Coney Island in Lake Waconia Regional Park\, Carver County Parks is offering an opportunity to take a f ree pontoon shuttle to and from Coney Island and participate in a guided h istorical nature hike\, exploring the island’s history\, natural feature s and scenic views. Plan to spend at least 45 minutes on this tour. Drop i n between 11am and 3pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T063126Z LOCATION:Lake Waconia Regional Park\, 8170 Paradise Lane\, Waconia\, MN\, 55387\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/free-pontoon-shuttle-to-fro m-coney-island/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint- paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T121921Z UID:2543@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_34925" align="alignleft" width="150"] Como Harriet Streetcar[/caption]\n\nRide the charming and historic Como-Ha rriet Streetcar Line near the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes weekends starting early May through Labor Day (plus special events through Christmas - see our listing of special events below). Tickets $3/pp\, unless otherwise ind icated.\n\nBONUS FUN Explore the family draws in the neighborhood of Linde n Hills\, Minneapolis.\n2026 Como-Harriet Streetcar Line operating hours\n \n Weekends May - September\, 1-7pm. October\, 1-4pm\n Wednesday\, Thurs day & Friday afternoons - May 22 - September 6\, 1-4pm\n Wednesday\, Thur sday & Friday evenings - May 22 - September 6\, 6:30-8:30pm\n\n\n2026 Como -Harriet Streetcar Line special events\n\n May 2 Opening Day!\n May 9-1 0 Explore the carbarn for free\, part of Doors Open Minneapolis. Rides ar e regular fare. 10am-5pm.\n May 10 Moms ride free all day for Mother's D ay\n May 25 Living historians will display uniforms of soldiers\, sailor s and Marines from the Civil War thru WWII for Memorial Day. Plus you can ride to the grounds of Lakewood Cemetery. 10am-5pm.\n June 14 Dads ride free all day for Father's Day\n July 4 Take a ride to the lake for holida y concerts on Independence Day.\n October 3-4 Take the trolley to Farmer Ken and Jan’s Pumpkin Patch (Regular ride fare\; $7/pumpkins)\n October 10 Slightly spooky Transylvania Trolley rides\n October 25 Grab your sw eet tickets fast for the Trick 'r Trolley. ($5/fare)\n November 28-29 & D ecember 5-6 Enjoy a special holiday ride on the Holly Trolley ($5/fare)\n December 5 Cap off the year with Vinternatt ($5/fare)\n\n\nMore informa tion\n\n \n\n Event links: Como-Harriet Streetcar Line 2026 event calend ar LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T121921Z LOCATION:Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Como Harriet Streetcar Line\, 2330 W 42nd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-harriet-streetcar/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:White Bear Township Day DTSTART:20260919T190000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T132248Z UID:3453@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Family-friendly activities include inflatables\, pony rides\, face painting\, a visit from Tamarack Nature Center\, a touch-a-truck\, mu sic\, vendors\, car show\, a kids' market and fireworks to end the night a t 8pm. Event is free and all ages are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T132248Z LOCATION:Polar Lakes Park\, 1280 Hammond Road\, White Bear Township\, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/white-bear-township-day/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northern Lights Glow Party DTSTART:20260919T230000Z DTEND:20260920T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061941Z UID:5135@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Each Friday and Saturday night the Northern Lights are out at Zero Gravity Adventure Park! The park GLOWS from 6-9pm as your kids race a round enjoying 2-hour unlimited access to the wall-to-wall trampolines\, f oam tumble pit\, dodgeball court\, ninja obstacle course\, climbing wall a nd laser tag arena. Your special Northern Lights Glow Party ticket is just $25\, includes all the attractions plus a $10 arcade card. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061941Z LOCATION:Zero Gravity Adventure Park\, 2292 Woodale Dr\, Mounds View\, MN \, 55112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/northern-lights-glow-party- saturday/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-m n X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ghost Tours at Union Depot by CynCity Tours DTSTART:20260919T231500Z DTEND:20260920T004500Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182938Z UID:10006447-1789841700-1789847100@www.uniondepot.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Calling all ghosts seekers! Explore the haunts of Lowertown in and Union Depot! CynCity Tours will guide you on an unforgettable 90-minu te stroll that includes behind-the-scenes areas of this iconic railroad st ation.  Plenty of ghosts and history!  Every tour guest will receive a c omplimentary Union Depot Ghost Tour tote bag!  In case of inclement weath er\, the tour will take place entirely inside Union Depot. \nGET YOUR TICK ETS HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182938Z LOCATION:Waiting Room\, 240 Kellogg Blvd E\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.uniondepot.org/event/ghost-tours-at-union-depot-by-cyncity -tours-3/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=s aint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Union Depot X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.uniondepot.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Park After Dark DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T182756Z UID:10004417-1789844400-1789857000@parkbugle.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars: Park After Dark returns Saturday\, Septem ber 19\, 2026!\nHalf the park is after dark! Mississippi National River an d Recreation Area and Mississippi Park Connection invite you to explore Cr osby Farm Regional Park at night. The NPS and partners are hosting activit ies that engage the natural world through science and culture. Tap into yo ur nocturnal side to discover the magic in a floodplain forest and along t he Mississippi River. \nPast events have included ranger-led walks\, Junio r Ranger activities\, moon journaling from a Dakota knowledge keeper\, bat monitoring\, insect finding\, night sky viewing\, a beach bonfire with s ’mores\, and more! More details about drop-in and scheduled activities a re coming soon including a nighttime river cruise. Register for the cruise at go.nps.gov/miss_events! \nA rain date is scheduled for Saturday\, Sept ember 26\, 2026\, running from 6:30 pm until 11 pm. Registered attendees w ill receive email notifications for event updates including cancellations. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T182756Z LOCATION:Crosby Farm Regional Park\, 2400 Crosby Farm Trail\, St Paul\, 55 116 URL:https://parkbugle.org/event/park-after-dark/?utm_source=caldiscovery&u tm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Park Bugle X-SOURCE-URL:https://parkbugle.org/195454/events/st-anthony-park-library-e vents-23 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scarecrows\, Pumpkins & Harvest Fun DTSTART:20260920T130000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062950Z UID:6816@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:It's harvest season at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Back for another autumn\, Bachman's brings their Scarecrow Showdown for you to tour on Scarecrow Hill. You can cast your vote for viewer's favorite. \n \nMore fall family fun: Pumpkin Palooza starts October 1 and runs through Halloween. At Farm at the Arb kids will enjoy a corn maze with the U of M logo\, a mini straw bale maze\, yard games\, and giant pumpkin displays.\n \nAnd remember\, the AppleHouse is stocked with your favorite variety of f all's natural sweet treat - many developed right at the Arboretum.\n\nAttr actions are included with Landscape Arboretum admission of $20-$25/Ages 16 +\; free 15 & under. Reserve tickets online. Full event runs September 18- October 31\, 2026.\n\n[caption id="attachment_54488" align="aligncenter" w idth="600"] 2023 Scarecrow Entry - Image courtesy Landscape Arboretum.[/ca ption]\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum ev ents LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062950Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/scarecrows-pumpkins-harvest -fun-sun/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-m n X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Country Sun Farms Sunday Fall Fun DTSTART:20260920T140000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6626@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:At Country Sun Farm your kids can delight in a giant corn pit outfitted with buckets\, slides and toys\, a bounce house\,  Silly String Zone\, make your way through the corn maze\, enjoy the fall scenery on a hay ride\, and pan for gems. Plus\, grab your pumpkins for Halloween. FREE . Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Country Sun Farm\, 11211 N 60th St\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55042\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/country-sun-farms-sunday/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Barten Pumpkins Patch Open DTSTART:20260920T140000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T121921Z UID:3706@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:This fall at Barten Pumpkins\, enjoy photo ops in the pumpkin patch\, grain cart basketball hoops\, the nature play area and log cabin\, and free entertainment such as live music select weekends. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T121921Z LOCATION:Barten Pumpkins\, 5716 W. 280th St\, New Prague\, MN\, 56071\, Un ited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/barten-pumpkins-patch-open/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shakopee CC Playtime - Pool DTSTART:20260920T143000Z DTEND:20260920T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061941Z UID:5596@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Little swimmers and splashers ages 0-6 have the zero-depth ent ry pool to themselves before the center opens to the general public for op en swim. Slides & water play structures will not be available during this time\, but some pool toys will be provided. Adults must accompany their ch ildren in the water\, but they pay no admission fee to do so. Please check the link provided as the open swim calendar is subject to change.\nShakop ee CC Playtime pool hours\n\n Thursday & Friday | 9-10:30am\n Saturday & Sunday | 9:30-11am\n\nCC Playtime admission\n\n $4/resident child\n $6/ non-resident child\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Shakopee Indoor Aq uatic Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061941Z LOCATION:Shakopee Community Center\, 1255 Fuller Street South\, Shakopee\, MN\, 55379\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/shakopee-cc-playtime-pool-s un/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sever's Corn Maze & Fall Festival DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064044Z UID:6725@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Sever's Corn Maze & Fall Festival is a Twin Cities institution ! Back for another season with a full lineup of fun – obstacle course\, corn maze\, cider-sipping\, petting zoo\, pumpkin blast\, magic shows\, zi p line\, playground and jumping pillow\; additional activities extra. New in 2026\, your pass is good all season long. Open weekends\, 10am-7pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064044Z LOCATION:Sever's Festivals\, 3121 150th Street West\, Shakopee\, MN\, 5537 9\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/severs-corn-maze-fall-festi val-sun/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Day: Fun with Fungi! (FREE) DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T061758Z UID:2188@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Nature education made fun for all ages! Free snacks included\, thanks to Minnesota Valley Refuge Friends. Drop in at your leisure during posted hours\, and make sure to hang around to wander through both the in door exhibits and outdoor nature trails of the refuge. Cost is free.\n\nFa ll 2026 Nature Discovery Days\nAll events are drop-in\, family-friendly an d include free snacks!\n\n September 20 Fun with Fungi! - Use microscopes to learn about mushrooms.\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Nature Dis covery Day on Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge event calendar\n\n Past Discovery Days\n\n February | Hearts In Nature - Valentine’s Day animal-themed craft and self-guided walk to look for heart shapes in natur e.\n March | All Things Green - Scavenge outside\, craft inside and lear n all about why plants are green.\n April | Earth In a Jar - Collect mat erials for a terrarium jar to take home.\n June | Art In Nature - Paint w atercolor leaves and play nature bingo for prizes\n July | Insect Investi gation - Learn\, craft and practice collecting\n August 30 | Monarch Butt erflies | MN Valley National Wildlife Refuge LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T061758Z LOCATION:Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge\, 3815 American Blvd E \, Bloomington\, MN \, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mn-valley-national-wildlife -refuge-nature-discovery-day-free/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics& utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brand Farms Fall Fun DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061941Z UID:6702@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Brand Farms welcomes pickers this weekend with a full lineup o f fall activities! Here's what you can enjoy down on the farm including se veral free activities. There is no admission charge to enter the farm. Act ivities and u-pick produce available weekends\, 10am-6pm. Open Thursday & Friday of MEA Weekend.\n\n\n Pick-your-own apples and pumpkins - 1/2 peck (5 lbs) $20\, 1 peck (10 lbs) $35\n Apple Cannon - $5 per bucket of appl es\n Scenic hayrides around the farm - $4 per person / $8 per household\n Giant jumping pads & hamster wheel rollers - free!\n Corn shed & straw bale mountain - free!\n Photo spots & food trucks LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061941Z LOCATION:Brand Farms Store & Barn\, 18605 Biscayne Avenue West\, Farmingto n\, MN\, 55024\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/brand-farms-fall-fun-sun/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crazy Legs Farm & Pumpkin Patch DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061941Z UID:6703@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:festival,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Spend your fall pumpkin patch outing at Crazy Legs Farm in Far mington! Hitch a free hayride to the pumpkin patch and pick yours for $5 e ach. Corn maze tickets are $7/pp. You'll also find a corn pit\, pumpkin ca nnon and slingshot\, straw pyramid with slide and yummy fall fair food. Ro adside stand open daily\, pumpkin patch and activities open weekends & MEA . LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061941Z LOCATION:Crazy Legs Farm\, 19151 Biscayne Ave\, Farmington\, MN\, 55024\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/crazy-legs-farm-pumpkin-pat ch-sun/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Apple Jack Orchards Fun Farm Weekends DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T183315Z UID:6700@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,market,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Apple Jack Orchards is one of the largest operations in the Tw in Cities Northwest Metro. They offer pretty much anything you can imagine in the way of fresh fall produce and down-on-the-farm activities. The App le Jack Fun Farm is open 7 days a week with a limited number of activities available Mon-Fri and the full range of attractions on the weekends. Ther e is no admission to visit the market\, gift shop or bakery but a general admission ticket is required to enjoy the Fun Farm attractions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T183315Z LOCATION:Apple Jack Orchards\, 4875 37th St SE\, Delano\, MN\, 55328\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/apple-jack-orchards-fun-far m-weekends-sun/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint- paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Corn Maze DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260921T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T183315Z UID:6723@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's Corn Maze will o pen for the fall season. This includes the 15-acre\, multi-phase corn maze themed "Country's Cool Again" and mini mazes such as the "no left turn" m aze\, straw bale maze\, rope maze and more yard games. There's even an a B arnyard Apple Blaster! Activities for all ages. Corn maze of $10-$12/perso n admission does not include orchard general admission - see link for deta ils. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T183315Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-corn-maze-sun/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wee Farm Sunday Stroll DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:6837@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Need a fall farm fix? Sundays are for slowing down and meeting the animals: Grizzly the horse\, Luna the goat\, Hamela & Maggie the pigs \, chickens\, donkey\, and more barn inhabitants. Learn a little about the history of Wee Farm. April 12- October 2026\, 10-11am or 1-2pm. Suggested $10 donation/person helps to care for the animals.\nMore information\n\n Event link: WEE Farm events LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:WEE Farm\, 4562 McColl Dr\, Savage\, MN\, 55378\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wee-farm-sunday-stroll/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Town Open DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182907Z UID:6021@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Como Town is an amusement park located adjacent to the wonderf ul Como Park Zoo & Conservatory in St Paul. The lineup of rides and attrac tions is aimed at the 12-and-under set and includes attractions such as a junior rollercoaster\, the exciting Soaring Eagle zip line\, classic swing s\, kiddie cars\, spinning teacups and a big splash zone. You can choose t o purchase points for the individual attractions or opt for an all-inclusi ve wristband.\n\n[caption id="attachment_15013" align="aligncenter" width= "600"] Thumbs up for the Soaring Eagle[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182907Z LOCATION:Como Town\, 1301 Midway Parkway\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55103\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-town-open-sun/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Westwood Honey Harvest DTSTART:20260920T173000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T061758Z UID:5530@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Explore the Westwood Hills Nature Center with a year-round lin eup of family budget-friendly and nature education.\nUpcoming Westwood Hil ls Nature Center events\n\n September 20 Honey Harvest - Learn about the life of a honeybee and the process of extracting honey | 12:30-4pm | $7\n October 31 Creepy Crawly Creatures - Stories\, crafts & animals | 2:30-4p m | $6\n November 8 Introduction to Geocaching | 2:30-4pm | $6\n Novembe r 22 Owl Pellet Dissection | 1-4pm | $10\n December 13 Ginger Birdhouses - Build and decorate a winter retreat for your bird friends | 11:30-3:30pm | $9\n\nMore information\n\n Event registration: St Louis Park & Rec cat alog LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T061758Z LOCATION:Westwood Hills Nature Center\, 8300 W. Franklin Ave\, St Louis Pa rk\, MN \, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/westwood-hills-events/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms 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,free,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/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061941Z UID:5928@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_34925" align="alignleft" width="150"] Como Harriet Streetcar[/caption]\n\nRide the charming and historic Como-Ha rriet Streetcar Line near the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes weekends starting early May through Labor Day (plus special events through Christmas - see our listing of special events below). Tickets $3/pp\, unless otherwise ind icated.\n\nBONUS FUN Explore the family draws in the neighborhood of Linde n Hills\, Minneapolis.\n2026 Como-Harriet Streetcar Line operating hours\n \n Weekends May - September\, 1-7pm & October\, 1-4pm\n Wednesday\, Thur sday & Friday afternoons - May 22 - September 6\, 1-4pm\n Wednesday\, Thu rsday & Friday evenings - May 22 - September 6\, 6:30-8:30pm\n\n\n2026 Com o-Harriet Streetcar Line special events\n\n May 2 Opening Day!\n May 9- 10 Explore the carbarn for free\, part of Doors Open Minneapolis. Rides a re regular fare. 10am-5pm.\n May 10 Moms ride free all day for Mother's Day\n May 25 Living historians will display uniforms of soldiers\, sailo rs and Marines from the Civil War thru WWII for Memorial Day. Plus you can ride to the grounds of Lakewood Cemetery. 10am-5pm.\n June 14 Dads ride free all day for Father's Day\n July 4 Take a ride to the lake for holid ay concerts on Independence Day.\n October 3-4 Take the trolley to Farmer Ken and Jan’s Pumpkin Patch (Regular ride fare\; $7/pumpkins)\n Octobe r 10 Slightly spooky Transylvania Trolley rides\n October 25 Grab your s weet tickets fast for the Trick 'r Trolley. ($5/fare)\n November 28-29 & December 5-6 Enjoy a special holiday ride on the Holly Trolley ($5/fare)\ n December 5 Cap off the year with Vinternatt ($5/fare)\n\n\nMore inform ation\n\n \n\n Event links: Como-Harriet Streetcar Line 2026 event calen dar LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061941Z LOCATION:Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Como Harriet Streetcar Line\, 2330 W 42nd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ride-the-como-harriet-stree tcar-line-sun/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-p aul-mn 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:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061941Z UID:5575@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,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 20 Prairie Insect Hunt\n September 27 The Wander ing Naturalist\n October 4 Beavers\n October 11 Nature Mandalas\n Octob er 18 Fall Scavenger Hunt\n November 1 Microscopes by the Fire\n Novembe r 8 Water Stories Open Mic\n November 15 Thankful for Squirrels\n\nMore i nformation\n\n Event link: Three Rivers Park District event calendar LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061941Z 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/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint- paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mississippi Gateway Drop-In Discoveries (FREE) DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061941Z UID:5630@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park usually offers free family p rogramming on Sunday afternoons. Drop in anytime between 1pm-3pm for free activities fun and appropriate for all ages. If there doesn't happen to be special programming\, families can still explore the visitor center\, pla y in the awesome NEW nature play area and investigate the park along the M ississippi River. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061941Z LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 West River Road\, Brook lyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mississippi-gateway-drop-in -discoveries/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-pa ul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lowry Free Fun: Slow Walk with a Naturalist DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T003019Z UID:1810@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Lowry Nature Center\, located within Carver Park Reserve\, fre quently offers free nature programming appropriate for families to do with kids of all ages. Activities may be indoors and out and a naturalist is t ypically available to answer questions and provide some guidance. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T003019Z LOCATION:Lowry Nature Center\, 7025 Victoria Drive\, Victoria\, MN \, 5538 6\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lowry-nature-center-free/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Richardson Drop-In Discoveries (FREE) DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002724Z UID:1807@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Richardson Nature Center in Bloomington offers Drop-In Discove ries (f/k/a Free Family Fun Days ) most Sundays from 1-3pm. These are them ed\, drop-in events hosted by a naturalist that can include meeting or lea rning about animals\, handling artifacts\, playing games or heading outsid e for seasonal activities. When no formal programming is offered\, there i s still plenty to explore as a family for free. There are hands-on indoor exhibits that appeal to kids\, an outdoor raptor enclosure and free nature exploration kits that can be used to enhance your time outdoors. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002724Z LOCATION:Richardson Nature Center\, 8737 E Bush Lake Rd\, Bloomington\, MN \, 55438\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/richardson-free-family-fun- day/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ice Skating at Highland Arena (FREE) DTSTART:20260920T224500Z DTEND:20260920T234500Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:1166@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Sharpen your skating skills or just get out on the ice for som e exercise! Open skating is available at Charles M. Schulz - Highland Aren a\, make sure to check the dates below if you're planning as times vary. S kate rental and sharpening are available ($10/pair). Admission and skate r ental are FREE\; limited availability and sizes.\nUpcoming Open Skate at H ighland Arena\n\n September 11 | 6:50pm\n September 20 | 5:50pm\n Sept ember 26 | 6:30pm\n September 27 | 3:30pm\n\nMore information\n\n Learn more: Highland Arena Open Skate\n Find more: Twin Cities ice skating rink s LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Charles M. Schulz-Highland Arena\, 800 Snelling Ave S\, St Paul\, MN 55116\, USA\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/free-ice-skating-highland-a rena-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bloomington Naturalist Program: Who’s Hoo of the Woods? DTSTART:20260921T013000Z DTEND:20260921T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T062217Z UID:6788@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Drop in to Pond Dakota Mission Park for a naturalist led progr am featuring interactive learning for the whole family. See upcoming topic s below. FREE. Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T062217Z LOCATION:Pond-Dakota Mission Park\, 401 East 104th Street\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55420\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pond-dakota-naturalist-prog rams/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scarecrows\, Pumpkins & Harvest Fun DTSTART:20260921T130000Z DTEND:20260922T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062950Z UID:6817@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:It's harvest season at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Back for another autumn\, Bachman's brings their Scarecrow Showdown for you to tour on Scarecrow Hill. You can cast your vote for viewer's favorite. \n \nMore fall family fun: Pumpkin Palooza starts October 1 and runs through Halloween. At Farm at the Arb kids will enjoy a corn maze with the U of M logo\, a mini straw bale maze\, yard games\, and giant pumpkin displays.\n \nAnd remember\, the AppleHouse is stocked with your favorite variety of f all's natural sweet treat - many developed right at the Arboretum.\n\nAttr actions are included with Landscape Arboretum admission of $20-$25/Ages 16 +\; free 15 & under. Reserve tickets online. Full event runs September 18- October 31\, 2026.\n\n[caption id="attachment_54488" align="aligncenter" w idth="600"] 2023 Scarecrow Entry - Image courtesy Landscape Arboretum.[/ca ption]\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum ev ents LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062950Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/scarecrows-pumpkins-harvest -fun-mon/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-m n X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outdoor Learning Day (Grades 1-2) DTSTART:20260921T131500Z DTEND:20260921T201500Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28824-1789978500-1790003700@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:education,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Screens off—outdoor gear on! Spend a day at the nature ce nter exploring ponds\, forests\, and prairies. Discover the lives of n ative plants and animals. Enjoy snacks around a campfire you’ll b uild yourself. Learn\, explore\, and play the Dodge Nature Center way! LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/outdoor-learning-day-grades1-2 -sept21?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outdoor Learning Day (Grades 3-4) DTSTART:20260921T131500Z DTEND:20260921T201500Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28827-1789978500-1790003700@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Screens off—outdoor gear on! Spend a day at the nature ce nter exploring ponds\, forests\, and prairies. Discover the lives of n ative plants and animals. Enjoy snacks around a campfire you’ll b uild yourself. Learn\, explore\, and play the Dodge Nature Center way! LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/outdoor-learning-day-grades3-4 -sept21?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joyer Adventure Farm Fall Fun DTSTART:20260921T150000Z DTEND:20260921T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002746Z UID:6708@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. A visit to the barnyard to meet the animals is included with admission to the Joyer Adventure Farm. Plan to spend approximately an hour exploring t he barnyard when you visit and consider a few quarters for the feed dispen sers. The barnyard contains a wide range of farm animals including sheep\, chickens\, donkeys\, alpaca\, horses\, peacocks\, pygmy goats\, pigs and other poultry to interact with.\n\n[caption id="attachment_35405" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Waldoch Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002746Z LOCATION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, 8174 Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, MN \, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-fall-f un-mon/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dancing at Dodge DTSTART:20260921T220000Z DTEND:20260921T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28747-1790010000-1790013600@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:dance,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist fellows Simone Gingerich-Boberg and Ceili Alld er for a 3-week series of movement exploration at Dodge! Each class will b ring movement to the outdoors: swoop like a sparrow\, reach like a branch\ , and leap like a frog.  \nKids will be introduced to grounding warm-up exercises\, foundational movement techniques\, and investigations of th e natural world. Each class will end with an opportunity for participa nts to apply newfound skills in creating their own movement phrases.  \nT his program is designed for children ages 5–7. Children will participa te independently\; adults are welcome to stay onsite during the program. L esson themes will vary. No experience is required! LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/dancing-at-dodge/2026-09-21?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scarecrows\, Pumpkins & Harvest Fun DTSTART:20260922T130000Z DTEND:20260923T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062950Z UID:6818@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:It's harvest season at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Back for another autumn\, Bachman's brings their Scarecrow Showdown for you to tour on Scarecrow Hill. You can cast your vote for viewer's favorite. \n \nMore fall family fun: Pumpkin Palooza starts October 1 and runs through Halloween. At Farm at the Arb kids will enjoy a corn maze with the U of M logo\, a mini straw bale maze\, yard games\, and giant pumpkin displays.\n \nAnd remember\, the AppleHouse is stocked with your favorite variety of f all's natural sweet treat - many developed right at the Arboretum.\n\nAttr actions are included with Landscape Arboretum admission of $20-$25/Ages 16 +\; free 15 & under. Reserve tickets online. Full event runs September 18- October 31\, 2026.\n\n[caption id="attachment_54488" align="aligncenter" w idth="600"] 2023 Scarecrow Entry - Image courtesy Landscape Arboretum.[/ca ption]\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum ev ents LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062950Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/scarecrows-pumpkins-harvest -fun-tues/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul- mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Green Darner Dragonfly Migration & the Birds Who Love Them DTSTART:20260922T170000Z DTEND:20260922T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260801T001208Z UID:10000468-1790078400-1790085600@saintpaulbirdalliance.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 22\, 12 pm – 2 pm at Pig’s Eye Chôkan Tanka Park \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDid you know these dragonflies migrate South in the Fall just like many of our songbirds do? Come see for yourself on Tues day\, September 22 at Pig’s Eye Chôkan Tanka Park. \nINFORMATION: Drago nfly expert John Arthur\, from the Minnesota Dragonfly Society\, will lead us on an adventure tracking the migration and seeing what birds join us a s we hike through the park. Volunteers from Pig’s Eye Park Friends – T om Dimond\, Kathy Sidles\, Carissa Scanlan\, and Kiki Sonnen – will help out too. We know the land’s history and the challenges it still faces. This land provides critical shelter and habitat for butterflies\, dragonfl ies\, coyotes\, otters\, beavers\, deer\, over 100 species of birds\, seve ral species of turtles and snakes\, toads and frogs – including the enda ngered Blanchard’s Cricket Frog. Pig’s Eye is a critical resource for river fish who spawn and live in the main channel of the Mississippi. Pig ’s Eye Lake serves as a nursery for baby river fish who grow up here unt il they are big enough and old enough to live in the main channel of the R iver. \nWe will have available loaner binoculars\, a few butterfly nets\, bird field guides\, and Dragonfly and Damselfly field guides. \nWe will m eet in the parking lot\, which is about 1/2 mile from the entryway off Pig s Eye Lake Road. As we gather\, we will have short introductions\, and the n we will set off on a truck trail to the concrete bridge over Battle Cree k. We expect to see the dragonflies following the creek on its southerly r oute to Pig’s Eye Lake. We may see Kestrels and Kingfishers try to take down a few of the dragonflies. Other birds we may see are migrating warble rs\, Indigo buntings\, goldfinches\, Bald Eagles\,  Killdeer\, Spotted Sa ndpipers\, White Pelicans\, Sandhill Cranes\, woodpeckers\, mourning doves \, turkeys\, song sparrows\, Great Blue Herons\, blackbirds\, and more. \n DIRECTIONS: Park address is 2165 Pig’s Eye Lake Road\, St Paul\, MN 5511 9. We will meet in the park’s parking lot. From I-94\, take the Warner R oad exit. Watch for brown & white street signs marking the way to Pig’s Eye Park. From Warner Road turn onto Childs Road. Then turn again onto Pig ’s Eye Lake Road. This happens right by the congregation of blue cement trucks’ staging area. The park entrance is about a mile south of this po int. As you turn onto Pig’s Eye Road you will cross a major RR track lin e. If you are stopped there because of train traffic\, call or text Kiki a t (651) 331-9560 to let her know you’re delayed. Sometimes train traffic only stops you for a few minutes. Sometimes it is 15 minutes or longer. W e will wait for you. Continue on Pig’s Eye Lake Road. Go past the Wood C hipper. Then you will see the Park Welcoming sign. Turn into the park and follow the dirt road until you reach the parking lot. \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION : None \nACCESSIBILITY: The walk may be 1 to 1 1/2 mile hike on dirt truck trail or mowed pathway. Gentle rolling elevation. Paths may be muddy or r utted. Off – trail you may encounter thick and tangly grasses \, with un seen burrows or pot holes. Nearest porta-potty is at the adjoining Wood Ch ipper work site. \nLEADERS: John Arthur\, of the Minnesota Dragonfly Socie ty\, Pig’s Eye Park Friends Members – Tom Dimond and Kathy Sidles 651- 233-6804   kesid@aol.com\, \nPhoto Credit: Mark Chapelle LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T001208Z LOCATION:Pigs Eye Chokan Tanka Park\, 2165 Pigs Eye Lake Road\, St. Paul\, United States URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/green-darner/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Saint Paul Bird Alliance X-SOURCE-URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/birds-and-beers-saint -paul-june-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Forest Bathing DTSTART:20260922T230000Z DTEND:20260923T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28739-1790100000-1790107200@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join Silvae Spiritus Nature & Forest Therapy\, certified by th e Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs\, for a gui ded forest bathing experience!  \nForest bathing is a slow-moving\, deepl y sensory\, mindful and “bodyful” walk in nature that has shown to res ult in measurable physiological\, cognitive\, and emotional benefits. Much like walking meditation or yoga\, these activities can be practiced on on e’s own\, almost anywhere\, and yet the benefits greatly increase wit h regular practice. Forest bathing is significantly more immersive when f acilitated by properly trained and certified guides—you’ll be guid ed by an expert through this program!   \nOver the course of this walk\, you will be given a series of invitations and suggested ways to connect t o your natural surroundings. This experience will be mostly silent\, honor s each participant’s personal space\, and covers just about 1.5 miles over generally flat surfaces.  \nAt the end of each invitation\, the grou p will have an opportunity to share a few words of reflection\, integratin g the experience both internally and within community. The walk concludes with tea and light snacks. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/forest-bathing-sept-26?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scarecrows\, Pumpkins & Harvest Fun DTSTART:20260923T130000Z DTEND:20260924T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062950Z UID:6819@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:It's harvest season at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Back for another autumn\, Bachman's brings their Scarecrow Showdown for you to tour on Scarecrow Hill. You can cast your vote for viewer's favorite. \n \nMore fall family fun: Pumpkin Palooza starts October 1 and runs through Halloween. At Farm at the Arb kids will enjoy a corn maze with the U of M logo\, a mini straw bale maze\, yard games\, and giant pumpkin displays.\n \nAnd remember\, the AppleHouse is stocked with your favorite variety of f all's natural sweet treat - many developed right at the Arboretum.\n\nAttr actions are included with Landscape Arboretum admission of $20-$25/Ages 16 +\; free 15 & under. Reserve tickets online. Full event runs September 18- October 31\, 2026.\n\n[caption id="attachment_54488" align="aligncenter" w idth="600"] 2023 Scarecrow Entry - Image courtesy Landscape Arboretum.[/ca ption]\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum ev ents LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062950Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/scarecrows-pumpkins-harvest -fun-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nature Playdate DTSTART:20260923T140000Z DTEND:20260923T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181931Z UID:28751-1790154000-1790157600@www.dodgenaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:education,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist Michael Harrison\, M. Ed.\, for 4-week fal l series of Nature Playdates!  \nExplore the woodlands\, farm\, and an imals at Shepard Farm in fall. Each class will include an inside group gathering time\, a short walk (a quarter- to a half-mile) outside explo ring Dodge’s ecosystems\, and a closing activity.  \nThrough this pro gram\, adults will gain confidence being outdoors with their young child a nd learn strategies to support their development.  \nThis program is des igned for children ages 2–5 years. The $80 cost is per child\; an adult must accompany each child at no additional cost. A child will get the most out of the class if they can move independently over uneven terrain. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181931Z LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-playdate/2026-09-23?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Dodge Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Equinox Solar Observing DTSTART:20260923T170000Z DTEND:20260923T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T001909Z UID:10006538-1790164800-1790172000@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:We’re pulling out our solar telescopes to celebrate the star t of Fall! Join us as we observe our closest star and the changing of the seasons.\n \nPlease note: solar observing will be canceled in case of heav y clouds\, rain\, or dangerous temperatures. These decisions are made appr oximately 24 hours in advance. \n  \nSolar safety \n\nOur telescope equip ment utilizes safe Sun viewing methods\; filtering the sunlight and projec ting the sunlight.\nSolar filters include white light filters that block 9 9.999 percent of incoming sunlight\, safely allowing us to see any sunspot s that might be visible.\nH-alpha SolarMax II telescope filters out all th e colors of sunlight except a specific red light (656nm) to allow us to se e features such as solar prominences along the edge of the Sun.\nSunspotte rs use a different method to safely view the Sun. They utilize mirrors and lenses to project the Sun safely onto a screen (piece of paper). You can draw/trace your own Sun and sunspots to start your own solar data log.\n\n   \nSolar Observing is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is incl uded in the cost of regular admission. \nHours & Admission    Directio ns & Parking \n  \nThe Bell Museum is fully committed to creating an incl usive environment. We are proud to offer multiple services or resources de tailed at the link below. For additional information or to request an acco mmodation\, please contact the accessibility office at 612-625-4511 or  bellaccess@umn.edu. \nMuseum Accommodations LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T001909Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/solar-observing-for-solstice-9-23 -26/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Bell Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ghost Tours at Union Depot by CynCity Tours DTSTART:20260923T221500Z DTEND:20260923T234500Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182938Z UID:10006448-1790183700-1790189100@www.uniondepot.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Calling all ghosts seekers! Explore the haunts of Lowertown in and Union Depot! CynCity Tours will guide you on an unforgettable 90-minu te stroll that includes behind-the-scenes areas of this iconic railroad st ation.  Plenty of ghosts and history!  Every tour guest will receive a c omplimentary Union Depot Ghost Tour tote bag!  In case of inclement weath er\, the tour will take place entirely inside Union Depot. \nGET YOUR TICK ETS HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182938Z LOCATION:Waiting Room\, 240 Kellogg Blvd E\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.uniondepot.org/event/ghost-tours-at-union-depot-by-cyncity -tours-3/2026-09-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=s aint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Union Depot X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.uniondepot.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR