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X-WR-CALNAME:Saint Paul · family · this weekend · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eagan Art Block DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTSTAMP:20260909T122049Z UID:3341@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Eagan Art Block consists of kid and family-friendly art activi ties spread over 30 events in the 15 days throughout the city of Eagan.\n\ n[caption id="attachment_48371" align="aligncenter" width="600"] "Lovers" Sculpture by Anthony Caponi found at Caponi Art Park[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T122049Z LOCATION:Eagan Art Block Locations\, Various Locations\, Eagan\, MN\, 5512 2+\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eagan-art-block/?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:Homeschool Days at SEA LIFE at Mall of America DTSTART:20260914T150000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061714Z UID:6645@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:During Homeschool Days\, SEA LIFE at Mall of America will offe r special admission deals for homeschool families to visit the 360 Degree Ocean Tunnel and the Interactive Touchpool. Plus\, get a special Activity Guide to go with your SEA LIFE field trip. September 14th-18th and 21st-2 5th (Monday through Friday only) LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061714Z LOCATION:SEA LIFE at Mall of America\, 120 East Broadway East Side\, Bloom ington\, MN\, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/sea-life-homeschool/?utm_so urce=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:Homeschool Days at SEA LIFE at Mall of America DTSTART:20260916T150000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T063115Z UID:6645@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:During Homeschool Days\, SEA LIFE at Mall of America will offe r special admission deals for homeschool families to visit the 360 Degree Ocean Tunnel and the Interactive Touchpool. Plus\, get a special Activity Guide to go with your SEA LIFE field trip. September 14th-18th and 21st-2 5th (Monday through Friday only) LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T063115Z LOCATION:SEA LIFE at Mall of America\, 120 East Broadway East Side\, Bloom ington\, MN\, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/sea-life-homeschool/?utm_so urce=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:Excelsior Apple Days DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3345@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,dance,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:At Excelsior's Apple Days fall festival\, kids can get creativ e in the Kids Art Tent. All ages will enjoy listening to local music and s ampling regional food vendors. Tots will especially love the Happy Apple K ids Corner and parents may like the artisan vendors and street dance. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Excelsior Apple Days Grounds\, 37 Water Street\, Minnetrista\, MN \, 55331\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/excelsior-apple-days/?utm_s ource=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:Bayport Derby Days DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260902T061920Z UID:3343@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,festival,free DESCRIPTION:Activities at Bayport's fall festival include the Duck Derby\, community kickball\, kid-friendly activities\, bonfire and ice cream soci al\, fireworks over the St. Croix River. Families can watch a pet parade o r dress up their pet and register to take part. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T061920Z LOCATION:Bayport Derby Days Events (locations at link)\, Various Locations \, Bayport\, MN\, 55003\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/bayport-derby-days/?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: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:Chanhassen Friday Tot Time Open Gym DTSTART:20260918T130000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:1866@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Tot Time at the Chanhassen Recreation Center is scheduled for drop-in play on most Mondays\, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8-11:30am. The program requires the rec center daily use fee of $4/resident or $4.50/non- resident. No need to register\, just show up and play.\n\n \n\nMORE INDOO R TOT TIMES: This is just one of many options for indoor tot times in the Twin Cities. For the complete schedule\, jump over to our listing of IND OOR TOT TIME OPEN GYMS IN THE TWIN CITIES or visit our guide to TWIN CIT IES FAMILY ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK.\nMore information\n\n We recommend check ing Chanhassen Recreation Center’s OPEN GYM SCHEDULE as the summer sched ule appears to be a little looser than the school year.\n Family Fun at C hanhassen Recreation Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Chanhassen Recreation Center\, 2310 Coulter Blvd\, Chanhassen\, M N\, 55317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-friday-tot-time- open-gym/?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: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:Eden Prairie Open Tot Swim DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:5597@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Families with children 5 years of age & younger can bring ot her children up to age 7 during Tot Time Open Swim at the Eden Prairie Co mmunity Center. This is a special swim time set aside just for this age ra nge. We encourage you to consult the link for the official pool schedule a s it is subject to change.\nEden Prairie Open Tot Swim schedule\n\n Fri 9 am-12pm\n Sat 10-11:50am\n Sun 9-11:50am\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Eden Prairie pool schedule LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Eden Prairie Community Center\, 16700 Valley View Road\, Eden Pra irie\, MN \, 55344\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eden-prairie-open-tot-swim- fri/?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:Millz House Pay to Play DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:5751@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Millz House hawks high quality play equipment\, sport courts a nd flooring\, basketball hoops and more. At their Apple Valley showroom ki ds can enjoy testing the wares during special pay-to-play sessions. When e lements move the play indoors\, they can still let off steam on the climbi ng wall\, slides and swings. Cost is $8 per child.\nMillz House Pay to Pla y schedule\n\n Mon-Tues & Thurs-Fri | 9am-4pm\n Wed | 9am-12pm\n Not op en weekends\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Millz House Pay-to-Play LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Millz House\, 14645 Felton Court #104\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/apple-valley-millz-house-pa y-to-play-fri/?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:Kids at the Castle: Nature Explorers DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T002935Z UID:4718@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:American Swedish Institute's Kids at the Castle program is a p reschool playdate with activities\, crafts\, music\, storytelling and more wrapped up in an action-packed morning. Each month offers a new theme ins pired by the season. The fee includes both the program and admission to th e Turnblad Mansion\, a real "castle" right in Minneapolis! Your kids will love exploring the nooks and crannies of the estate\, plus tinkering aroun d in the children's gallery. Register your space as soon as you can plan\; the program sells out. Cost is $20 per family.\n\n[adthrive-in-post-video -player video-id="ZL3NCFyt" upload-date="2025-05-01T00:46:13+00:00" name=" American Swedish Institute" description="American Swedish Institute is a f amily-friendly museum located in a historic\, castle-like estate. There is a children's gallery to explore inside!" player-type="default" override-e mbed="default"]\nSummer 2026 Kids at the Castle programs\n\n September 18 Nature Explorers\n October 16 It's Fall\n\nMore information\n\n \n\n R egistration link: Kids at the Castle\n Learn more: American Swedish Insti tute\, Minneapolis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSpark curiosity with engaging Twin Cities museums\, Add some of these 65 Twin Cities museums to your family 's to-do list! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002935Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\ , 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-at-the-castle-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:Gleason's Preschool Open Gym DTSTART:20260918T143000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2169@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Your kids will absolutely flip for this weekly event for presc hoolers! Just imagine them working their wiggles out bouncing on trampolin es\, scooting through obstacle courses\, tumbling into the soft pit\, bala ncing on beams\, swinging on bars and in general having at the gym equipme nt. There's even an organized activity time with stretching and games lead by a Gleason's coach. Parents will need to stay throughout open gym to su pervise their little tumblers (ages 0-6\, please)\, but there is also typi cally a coach on hand to provide extra support. Make sure to register in a dvance online for a discount - see link.\n\nGOT BIG KIDS? Gleason's offers a Youth Open Gym for ages 7-18 on Friday nights from 6-8pm. $15/advance\, $20/door.\nGleason's Preschool Open Gym schedule & admission\n\n Wednesd ays & Fridays during the school year\, 9:30-11:30am.\n \nPre-register: $1 0 ($15/family) or $ 13 ($20/family) at the door\n\n\nMore information\n\n Registration link: Gleason's Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym (Eagan)\n Fin d a class near you: Twin Cities Gymnastic Classes for Kids LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Gleason's Gymnastic School\, 2015 Silver Bell Rd #180\, Eagan\, M N\, 55122\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gleasons-preschool-open-gym -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:IGM Friday Preschool Open Gym DTSTART:20260918T143000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:3444@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:IGM Gymnastics offers Open Gym for kids 6 and under to run and play in the gym! Drop in weekly on Friday mornings! Pay at the door or on line. $10/child or $15/family. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:IGM Gymnastics\, 12117 Riverwood Drive\, Burnsville\, MN\, 55337\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/igm-gymnastics-preschool-op en-gym/?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:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Orchard Fun! DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T181334Z UID:20951-1789725600-1789729200@carpenternaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required –  Register Online Here \n Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $5 or $3 for ‘Friends of CNC’ \nThese programs introduce children ages 2 -5 to nature in a fun and safe environment. Listen to stories\, spend time outdoors\, make a craft and meet CNC’s live animals. Children must be accompanied by an adult. LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T181334Z LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Tr ail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-preschool-sto ry-time-gifts-for-wildlife-3-2-2-5-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=i cs&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Carpenter Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carpenter Preschool Storytime: Orchard Fun DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T061758Z UID:2045@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Preschool Storytime is presented monthly at Carpenter-St Croix Valley Nature Center and features new nature themes and activities. These are designed for kids ages 2-5 w/ a caregiver. If you can't make storytim e\, the nature center is always free to visit\, whether checking out the i ndoor displays or exploring the topography of the valley along the river. Cost is $5 per child\, must register ahead - see link.\n\n[caption id="att achment_99289" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Carpenter's Preschool Stor ytime includes outdoor time. Dress for the weather.[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T061758Z LOCATION:Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center\, 12805 St. Croix Trail\ , Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/carpenter-preschool-storyti me/?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:Maple Grove Friday Parent/Tot Time DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:1839@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Maple Grove Community Center offers year-round Tot Time in the gym on most* Monday and Friday mornings. During this open-ended play time \, kids will find a variety of age-appropriate toys to play with under par ent supervision. Cost is $4.25/child\, parents free during tot time only. Pay at the front desk.\n2026 Tot Time schedule\nMondays & Fridays year-rou nd*\, 10am-noon.\nExceptions: NO Tot Time October 23 & December 25.\n\n*Ma ple Grove Community Center releases monthly gym schedules and sometimes a regular tot time is not offered or schedules change. Call ahead a or check the gym schedule online (linked below). LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Maple Grove Community Center\, 12951 Weaver Lake Road\, Maple Gro ve\, MN\, 55369\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/maple-grove-friday-parent-t ot-time/?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:Galleria Barnes & Noble Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:2300@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free DESCRIPTION:🕮 🕮\n\nJoin Barnes & Noble at the Galleria location for storytime on Friday mornings.  Other B&N stores may offer Saturday story times.\n\n\n\n🕮🕮 LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Barnes & Noble Edina Galleria\, 3230 Galleria\, Edina\, MN\, 5543 5\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/barnes-noble-storytime-gall eria/?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:Joyer Adventure Farm Open DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T181919Z UID:6205@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. This space was created to share a passion for experience-based education. 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. Open Thursday-Sunday\, 10am-5pm.\n\n\nActi vities included with Joyer Adventure Farm admission\n\n Hay ride to the p ick-your-own fields (strawberries in June! Produce extra.)\n Annual corn maze\n Corn box & farm dig sandbox\n Zoom Mountain slide\n Low ropes co urse\, tug-o-war and other lawn games\n Playsets and pedal trikes\n Bubb les station - and more!\n\nUpgrade your ticket to an Adventure Pass and in clude all of the above activities plus gem mining\, animal feed and a bag of kettle corn.\nJune Admission tickets\n\n General admission ticket: $12 .99 (online)/$17.99 (door)\n Adventure Pass: $26.95/$31.99\n\nJoyer Adven ture Farm Sunflower Festival hours\nSix acres of sunflowers in beautiful b loom! During these dates\, a hayride to the flower fields and one bloom ar e included in your general admission Adventure Farm ticket. You can also p ick-your-own flowers or purchase upgraded tickets that include jars and bu ckets. Explore Sunflower Festival tickets here.\n\n Season runs mid-Augus t - mid-September\n Festival open Thursdays - Sundays\, 10am-5pm\n\n\nMor e information\n\n Event link: Joyer Adventure Farm\n Learn more: Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, Lino Lakes LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T181919Z URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-open-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:Roseville Fri-Yay: Food Is Fun! (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:2316@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,food,free DESCRIPTION:Fri-Yay! marks the end of the weekday for preschool set (ages 2-6) with special performers\, storytimes\, art projects and more. Drop in to the Roseville library for one event or come weekly\, no registration ne eded. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Roseville Library\, 2180 North Hamline Ave\, Roseville\, MN \, 55 113\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fri-yay-roseville-library/? 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:Storytime with Engineer Paul! DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:1696@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Engineer Paul hosts educational\, interactive storytime at Cho o Choo Bobs including train-tastic stories\, songs and jokes. Recurring ev ery Friday from 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM. Storytime with Engineer Paul is inclu ded with general admission to the indoor play space. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Choo Choo Bob's Train Store\, Union Depot\, 214 4th Street East\, Unit 120\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/storytime-with-engineer-pau l-friday/?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:Riverview Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T002935Z UID:5803@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free DESCRIPTION:Riverview Library is part of the St Paul Public Library system . We track library storytimes and family-friendly library events here and on our Twin Cities Family Fun Calendar.\nUpcoming Family Storytimes at Riv erview Library\n\n September 18 & 25\n October 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 & 30\n\nM ore information\n\n Event link: St Paul Public Library events calendar LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002935Z LOCATION:Riverview Library\, 1 E George St\, St Paul\, MN\, 55107\, URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-paul-riverview-library-s torytime/?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:Northeast Library Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T122213Z UID:5777@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free DESCRIPTION:For young children up to 5 years old with their caregivers. En gage in reading\, speaking\, singing\, writing and playing together throug h stories\, music and movement. No need to register\; you're welcome to dr op in. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T122213Z LOCATION:Northeast Library\, 2200 Central Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 5541 8\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/northeast-library-family-st orytime/?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:Wilder Friday Play & Learn (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:6060@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,free DESCRIPTION:The Minneapolis ECFE Play and Learn program engages tots and t heir caregivers in activities that develop self-regulation\, curiosity and motor skills through play. This non-separating program is geared toward a ges 0-5. \n\nLanguages: Spanish/English\n\nFall Wilder Center Play & Lear n: Most Fridays* 1:00-2:30pm\, September 11\, 2026-January 22\, 2027 LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Laura Ingalls Wilder School\, 3345 Chicago Avenue South\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wilder-friday-play-learn-fr ee/?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 with Baby DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061758Z UID:19114-1789736400-1789736400@youngdance.org CATEGORIES:community,dance,family DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Babywearing Twin Cities\, Young Dance host s a monthly Dancing with Baby class where caregivers and babies can move\, connect\, and build community together. Caregivers are invited to bring t heir preferred baby carrier\, try a new one during class\, or simply hold their baby while dancing and exploring movement. \nThrough gentle guided movement\, music\, and improvisation\, caregivers will connect with their own bodies while engaging their little one in playful\, creative ways. Cla sses also create space for conversation\, support\, and community among ca regivers. No dance experience is needed\; just come as you are and enjoy m oving together. \nDrop-in registration is available for $13/class through your online account or at the studio. To save time at the studio\, famili es are encouraged to create an account and register in advance. \nBabywea ring Twin Cities is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to build the bond between babies and caregivers through baby carrier education and sup port\; to provide a community education service and distribute baby carrie rs to individuals and other organizations for their use\; and to celebrate babywearing among caregivers through online and in-person gatherings. \nA ges 0-1 with a caregiver LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061758Z URL:https://youngdance.org/calendar/dancing-with-baby-39/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Young Dance X-SOURCE-URL:https://youngdance.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:George Latimer Library Fun Lab (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T203000Z DTEND:20260918T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:6031@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,free DESCRIPTION:Need something engaging for kids to do this summer? Drop in to George Latimer Central Library to craft\, make stuff\, do science experim ents\, engineer\, play games and more. This program is designed for kids a ges 7-11. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:George Latimer Central Library\, 90 West 4th Street\, Saint Paul\ , MN \, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/george-latimer-library-fun- lab/?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:Prior Lake Chalk Fest DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:6835@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,food,free,music DESCRIPTION:Prior Lake's annual Chalk Fest event adds some flair to downto wn with professional chalk artists\, an amateur chalk art contest\, intera ctive art displays\, live music\, food trucks and more fun. Admission to t he event is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Downtown Prior Lake\, Dakota Street SE\, Prior Lake\, MN\, 55372\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/prior-lake-chalk-fest-fri/? 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:Maplewood Fireworks - September Friday Light it Up Event DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182907Z UID:2750@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Formerly\, Maplewood's 4th of July event\, September Friday Fi reworks takes advantage of the earlier dusk to allow families to enjoy fir eworks and still get kids home to bed at a decent time. Arriver early to e njoy games\, activities\, a petting zoo and touch-a-truck. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182907Z LOCATION:Hazelwood Park\, 1663 County Rd C East\, Maplewood\, MN\, 55109\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/september-friday-fireworks- light-it-up-event/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=sai nt-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nativity County Fair - Friday DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T000152Z UID:27329-1789750800-1789750800@communityreporter.org CATEGORIES:community,family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Nativity of Our Lord’s County Fair returns for a weekend of rides\, games\, food\, bingo\, live entertainment and family activities on the school grounds. The longtime neighborhood tradition is supported by a large volunteer team and raises funds for Nativity Catholic School. Progr amming varies by day\, with an outdoor Mass and family-focused activities planned for Sunday. Review the event page for ride tickets\, schedules\, v olunteer information and any admission charges. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T000152Z URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/nativity-county-fair-friday/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Reporter X-SOURCE-URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/music-on-the-lawn-macales ter-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Creative Movement 2 DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061758Z UID:19116-1789750800-1789750800@youngdance.org CATEGORIES:dance,family DESCRIPTION:In Creative Movement 2\, children learn the structure of a dan ce class and terminology through improvisation and games. Young dancers ar e challenged with more complex routines exploring the dance concepts of Bo dy\, Action\, Space\, Time\, and Energy. \nAges 5–7\; Grades K-1. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061758Z URL:https://youngdance.org/calendar/creative-movement-2-743/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Young Dance X-SOURCE-URL:https://youngdance.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Excelsior Apple Days DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:6830@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,dance,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:At Excelsior's Apple Days fall festival\, kids can get creativ e in the Kids Art Tent. All ages will enjoy listening to local music and s ampling regional food vendors. Tots will especially love the Happy Apple K ids Corner and parents may like the artisan vendors and street dance. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Excelsior Apple Days Grounds\, 37 Water Street\, Minnetrista\, MN \, 55331\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/excelsior-apple-days-fri/?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:Chanhassen Barnyard Boogie DTSTART:20260918T223000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T122717Z UID:6678@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:dance,family DESCRIPTION:Get down while on the farm with a full petting zoo of animals plus crafts\, treats\, a bounce house and dancing specially aimed at your preschoolers (think the Chicken Dance and then some). Must register ahead. Cost is $7 per person.\nMore information\n\n Event registration: Chanhas sen events LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T122717Z LOCATION:Chanhassen Recreation Center\, 2310 Coulter Blvd\, Chanhassen\, M N\, 55317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-barnyard-boogie/ ?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:Summer on the Lawn: “Black Panther” Movie Book Club (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T233000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3198@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,film,free,literary DESCRIPTION:Closing out the Minnesota Humanities Center 2026 Summer on the Lawn series\, bring the family for a discussion and screening of Black Pa nther (PG-13). Showtime begins right after sunset (approximately 7:20 p.m. ). Bring your own seating. Light refreshments while they last. FREE. Drop In. All Ages.\n\n[caption id="attachment_27481" align="aligncenter" width= "600"] Classical Actors Guild presents Shakespeare in the Park[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint P aul\, MN\, 55106\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-humanities-movie/ ?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:Gleason's Youth Open Gym DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:5352@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Gleason's offers an Open Gym time for kids ages 7-18 on Friday nights from 7-9pm. $15/advance\, $20/door. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Gleason's Gymnastic School\, 2015 Silver Bell Rd #180\, Eagan\, M N\, 55122\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gleasons-youth-open-gym/?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:Lakeville Art Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3529@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,free,music DESCRIPTION:Family fun at the Lakeville Art Festival includes over 100 exh ibitors\, demos\, live music\, food trucks and a "Young at Art" tent for y outh. The event has free admission and all ages are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Lakeville Area Arts Center\, 20965 Holyoke Avenue\, Lakeville\, M N\, 55044\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lakeville-art-festival/?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;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: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:Sensory Friendly Saturday DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180701Z UID:10006535-1789804800-1789812000@www.bellmuseum.umn.edu CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:This monthly series provides a welcoming and accessible enviro nment for individuals\, families\, and children who have sensory sensitivi ties. Experience our Minnesota Journeys gallery\, temporary exhibits\, the Touch & See Lab\, and a brief planetarium show at 8:45 am—all with lowe red lighting\, quieter sounds\, and fewer visitors. \nAny member of the p ublic who can benefit from this environment is welcome to attend this even t. \n  \nThis is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is included in the cost of regular admission. \nHours & Admission    Directions & P arking \n\nCheck out the video below to learn more about what to expect du ring your visit! \n\n \nSensory-friendly resources\nVisitors are welcome t o check out additional resources like the quiet spaces\, visual timers\, w eighted lap pads\, and hearing protection if it helps make the visit more enjoyable. Read more about the museum’s other accessibility resources. \ nAccessibility resources \n  \nWant to learn more about upcoming sensory friendly programming? Sign up to stay in touch about future opportunities.   \nSign up here LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180701Z LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W\, St Paul\, 55113 URL:https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/event/sensory-friendly-saturday-9-19-26 /?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:Waconia Nickle Dickle Day DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3339@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,music DESCRIPTION:Waconia's Nickle Dickle Day features a Kid Zone with duck race s\, fun runs\, live music and an arts and crafts sale. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:City Square Park\, 51 Pine Street\, Waconia\, MN \, 55387\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/waconia-nickle-dickle-day/? 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:Santa in September DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T062706Z UID:3821@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,holiday DESCRIPTION:Avoid the crowds and visit Santa in September during this spec ial one-day  holiday wonderland in support of Joy Collaborative. Pre-regi stration required. All ages are welcome. Tickets: $10/participant.\nFamily fun includes\n\n Photos with Santa—without long lines or crowds\n A B uild-A-Bear station for kids to create their own cuddly friend\n  The Le go Lounge for hands-on creativity\n Quiet Post - a peaceful place to drop off Santa letters\n Play games and participate in activities for all age s and abilities\n Mini donuts\, cookies and treats LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T062706Z LOCATION:General Pattern Co. Inc\, 3075 84th Lane Northeast\, Blaine\, MN\ , 55449\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/santa-in-september/?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: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:D.E.A.R. Storytime DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062950Z UID:6811@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Omega D.E.A.R. Read With Me Mn Storytime is an all ages story hour featuring BIPOC authors. Arrive early the first 5 families receive a free book. FREE. All Ages. Drop In. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062950Z LOCATION:Café Marguerite\, 300 13th Avenue NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/d-e-a-r-storytime/?utm_sour ce=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:Prior Lake Chalk Fest DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:6834@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,food,free,music DESCRIPTION:Prior Lake's annual Chalk Fest event adds some flair to downto wn with professional chalk artists\, an amateur chalk art contest\, intera ctive art displays\, live music\, food trucks and more fun. Admission to t he event is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Downtown Prior Lake\, Dakota Street SE\, Prior Lake\, MN\, 55372\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/prior-lake-chalk-fest/?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 Kids at the Castle: Nature Explorers DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002724Z UID:6809@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:American Swedish Institute's Kids at the Castle program is a p reschool playdate with activities\, crafts\, music\, storytelling and more wrapped up in an action-packed morning. Each month offers a new theme ins pired by the season. The fee includes both the program and admission to th e Turnblad Mansion\, a real "castle" right in Minneapolis! Your kids will love exploring the nooks and crannies of the estate\, plus tinkering aroun d in the children's gallery. Register your space as soon as you can plan\; the program sells out. Cost is $20 per family.\n\n[adthrive-in-post-video -player video-id="ZL3NCFyt" upload-date="2025-05-01T00:46:13+00:00" name=" American Swedish Institute" description="American Swedish Institute is a f amily-friendly museum located in a historic\, castle-like estate. There is a children's gallery to explore inside!" player-type="default" override-e mbed="default"]\nFall 2026 Kids at the Castle programs\n\n September 18 & 19 Nature Explorers\n October 16 & 17 It's Fall\n\nMore information\n\n \n\n Registration link: Kids at the Castle\n Learn more: American Swedi sh Institute\, Minneapolis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSpark curiosity with engag ing Twin Cities museums\, Add some of these 65 Twin Cities museums to you r family's to-do list! LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002724Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\ , 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-at-the-castle-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:Move & Groove (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6480@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:dance,family,free DESCRIPTION:We're tracking free\, child and family-friendly Farmington Lib rary events here and on our Family Fun Calendar. See what's coming up:\n20 26 Upcoming Farmington Library kids events\n\n September 19 Move & Groove - Kids ages 2-8 can dance\, sing and play at the library. 9:30-10am.\n O ctober 10 Move & Groove\n November 21 Move & Groove\n December 12 Move & Groove\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Farmington Library youth even ts LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Evergreen Knoll Park\, 626 Heritage Way\, Farmington\, MN\, 55024 \, URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/farmington-library-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: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:Tots Open Gym DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:6666@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Bring your tots and pre-ks to this weekly open gym filled with soft shapes\, a foam pit\, low beams\, bars and tumbling mats\, perfectly sized and supervised for the littlest tumblers. No experience or registra tion needed. For ages 5 and under with adult. $10/tot. \n\nWeekly on Frid ays from 9:30am-10:30am. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Elite Gymnastics\, 12500 Chowen Ave South\, Burnsville\, MN\, 553 37\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/elite-gymnastics-tots-open- gym/?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:St Louis Park Art Fair DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3301@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,family,food DESCRIPTION:Shop local art\, enjoy food trucks\, family-friendly entertain ment\, demos\, and community art projects. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:St Louis Park Rec Center & ROC\, 3700 Monterey Dr\, St Louis Park \, MN \, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-louis-park-art-fair/?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: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:Gibbs Farm Open Hours DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:3006@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Today you can take a guided tour (on the hour) through the his toric farmhouse\, barn\, schoolhouse\, soddy and encampment\, meet farm an imals and discover what life was like here on the prairie back in the Gibb s family day. Tickets available at the gate. Regular admission prices $5-$ 10/pp.\n\n2026 Saturday Open Hours at Gibbs Farm\n\n Saturday Open Hours: May 30-October 18 (not open July 4)\n\nMore information\n\n Event page: Ramsey County Historical Society\n Learn more: Gibbs Farm\, Saint Paul\n 66 Twin Cities Museums & Historic Sites to Explore with Kids LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Gibbs Farm\, 2097 W Larpenteur Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55113\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gibbs-farm-saturday/?utm_so urce=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 Story Hour (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:2301@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,free DESCRIPTION:Avant Garden's Saturday story time is usually hosted by a volu nteer and includes a related activity or craft. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Avant Garden Bookstore\, 215 E Main Street\, Anoka\, MN\, 55303\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/saturday-story-hour/?utm_so urce=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:Rosemount Country Faire DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T003019Z UID:3615@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,free,music DESCRIPTION:Families will enjoy kids' activities and art projects\, live m usic\, and food vendors. Explore artist and author booths both inside and outside the Steeple Center. In addition kids can receive free glitter tatt oos and face paint. Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T003019Z LOCATION:Steeple Center\, 14375 S. Robert Trail\, Rosemount\, MN\, 55068\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/rosemount-country-faire/?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: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:The Works She Engineers DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T063115Z UID:3695@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Celebrate women in engineering at this annual family event at The Works. Meet role models and participate in hands on activities. Everyo ne is welcome.\n\n[caption id="attachment_28747" align="aligncenter" width ="600"] She Engineers[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T063115Z LOCATION:The Works Museum\, 9740 Grand Ave South\, Bloomington\, MN\, 5540 2\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/she-engineers/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&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:Pleasant Valley Orchard Anniversary Weekend Fair DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:3669@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:Pleasant Valley Orchard rests just outside the lovely St Croix river town of Taylors Falls\, Minnesota. There's a gentle buzz at the orc hard starting with strawberry picking in June\, lively apple-and-pumpkin h arvesting in the autumn\, a Twelve Day of Halloween series towards the end of October and Christmas gift shopping through early December. We've enjo yed this orchard so much we include it on our list of the Top 10 Things fo r Families in Taylors Falls.\n\n\n[caption id="attachment_26449" align="al igncenter" width="800"] Make a day of your visit.[/caption]\nFall weekend activities at Pleasant Valley Orchard\nPick your own apples are available on weekends only\; hayrides to the pumpkin patch start in early October. T ickets for rides through the orchard and around the pumpkins are $6 per pe rson. There are typically food vendors present\, and often live music. See our full schedule of events.\n\n2026 Pleasant Valley Orchard event schedu le\n\n September 19-20: Anniversary Weekend Fair - Live music (Sat 11am-5 pm\, Sun 1-4)\, vendors\, food trucks\, music & hayrides start.\n Septemb er 26-27: Hayrides to the pumpkin patch begin plus live music & food truck s.\n October 3-4 & 10-11: Live music (1-4)\, food trucks & hayrides.\n\n\ n\n October 16-18: MEA weekend! Friday Spooky Storytime with a local auth or (Oct 16)\, Harvest Sip & Shop pop-up market (Oct 17\, 1-5pm)\, live mus ic and food trucks.\n October 20-31: Twelve Days of Halloween event with daily sales and special activities such as spooky storytime\, a scavenger hunt and pumpkin baking contest.\n November: Orchard market open Thursday \, Friday and Saturdays with apple products\, discounts and Christmas deco r (10am-5pm).\n December 3-5: December sale (10am-4pm).\n\nMore informati on\n\n Event link: Pleasant Valley Orchard events LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Orchard\, 17325 Pleasant Valley Road\, Shafer\, M N\, 55074\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pleasant-valley-orchard-eve nts/?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:Excelsior Apple Days DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002724Z UID:6831@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,dance,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:At Excelsior's Apple Days fall festival\, kids can get creativ e in the Kids Art Tent. All ages will enjoy listening to local music and s ampling regional food vendors. Tots will especially love the Happy Apple K ids Corner and parents may like the artisan vendors and street dance. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002724Z LOCATION:Excelsior Apple Days Grounds\, 37 Water Street\, Minnetrista\, MN \, 55331\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/excelsior-apple-days-sat/?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:Creative Movement 2 DTSTART:20260919T151500Z DTEND:20260919T171500Z DTSTAMP:20260916T060018Z UID:19121-1789812900-1789812900@youngdance.org CATEGORIES:dance,family DESCRIPTION:In Creative Movement 2\, children learn the structure of a dan ce class and terminology through improvisation and games. Young dancers ar e challenged with more complex routines exploring the dance concepts of Bo dy\, Action\, Space\, Time\, and Energy. \nAges 5–7\; Grades K-1. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T060018Z URL:https://youngdance.org/calendar/creative-movement-2-742/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Young Dance X-SOURCE-URL:https://youngdance.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stories & Crafts in the Gallery (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T153000Z DTEND:20260919T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T192317Z UID:1728@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,free DESCRIPTION:Every third Saturday of the month\, the Museum of Russian Art hosts a free story time for families and kids in the Fireside Gallery. Joi n in to hear a story related to art and culture of the region\, learn abou t artworks\, and explore the museum with an interactive gallery hunt. Best for ages 4-8. Each child will create a take-home art project\, so advance registration is required - see link. Cost is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T192317Z LOCATION:The Museum of Russian Art\, 5500 Stevens Avenue South\, Minneapol is\, MN\, 55419\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/stories-crafts-in-the-galle ry-at-museum-of-russian-art/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:German Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T153000Z DTEND:20260919T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260816T192317Z UID:5177@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,literary,music DESCRIPTION:This FREE storytime in German is offered monthly for bilingual families. Bring the little ones to participate in an interactive German s torytime\, enjoy cake and coffee and socialize with other families who spe ak both English and German. Like any storytime\, expect children's books\, music\, and language building activities. FREE\, but pre-registration is required. See the link below. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T192317Z LOCATION:Germanic-American Institute\, 301 Summit Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/german-storytime/?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:Stillwater Storytime Trolley DTSTART:20260919T153000Z DTEND:20260919T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:2960@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The Stillwater Storytime Trolley is possibly our favorite sum mer storytime to promote. The big red trolley scoops up families at Valley Bookseller in the charming St Croix River town of Stillwater and shuttles them up to Pioneer Park while stories are read onboard. Your child's tick et includes a treat from Candyland sweet shop at the completion of the rid e and is also a coupon for 20 percent off a children's book at the shop. T his event is super popular and typically sells out each weekend - so we ur ge you to book your slot quick! Cost is $11/pp. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Valley Bookseller\, 217 Main St N\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/stillwater-storytime-trolle y/?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:Eagan Barnes & Noble Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T153000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T063126Z UID:5467@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free DESCRIPTION:Join Barnes & Noble at the Eagan Promenade location for a stor ytime and a short activity on Saturday mornings. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T063126Z LOCATION:Barnes & Noble - Eagan Promenade\, 1291 Promenade Place\, Eagan\, MN\, 55121\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/barnes-noble-storytime-eaga n/?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:First Chapter Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T154500Z DTEND:20260919T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:1950@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free DESCRIPTION:Currently hosted most Saturdays\, First Chapter Storytime at N ext Chapter Bookseller includes a picture book read-aloud plus related act ivity just for kids. Cost is free to attend\, no registration needed\, ple ase check official website before heading out. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Next Chapter Booksellers\, 38 Snelling Ave S\, St Paul\, MN \, 55 105\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/first-chapter-storytime-fre e/?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:SLP Lakeshore Learning: Summer Fun Factory (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:1961@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,free DESCRIPTION:Twin Cities Lakeshore Learning stores often host free\, open-h ouse style events for kids (around preschool age to early grade school) to drop in\, experiment with educational products and engage in hands-on act ivities.\n\nThere are two locations in the Metro: Maplewood and St Louis P ark\; the activities are the same at both stores. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Lakeshore Learning St. Louis Park\, 5699 W 16th St\, St Louis Par k\, MN\, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lakeshore-learning-free-eve nt-st-louis-park/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=sain t-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota Children's Book Festival DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:3307@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,literary DESCRIPTION:One of Family Fun Twin Cities favorite annual events! Meet loc al children's book authors\, hear them read from their books and purchase a signed copy. There are also games\, activities and art projects and it i s always a beautiful drive. \n\n[caption id="attachment_66224" align="ali gncenter" width="704"] VISIT RED WING\, MINNESOTA\, WITH KIDS[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Anderson Center\, 163 Tower View Drive\, Red Wing\, MN\, 55066\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-childrens-book-fe stival/?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:Thai Street Food Festival DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T062706Z UID:3353@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,free DESCRIPTION:A free and family-friendly festival featuring authentic Thai s treet food\, live entertainment and an art fair. Sat\, 11am-8pm & Sun\, 11 am-6pm. FREE admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T062706Z LOCATION:Wat Thai of Minnesota\, 2544 Highway 100 S\, St Louis Park\, MN\, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/thai-street-food-festival/? 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:MIA Art in the Park (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064044Z UID:3545@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,free DESCRIPTION:Drop in to the park for free art activities for all ages. Cele brate the warm weather and try various art projects provided by the Minnea polis Institute of Art.\n\n[caption id="attachment_99296" align="aligncent er" width="600"] Art making with Xo Magnificent at Water Works Park[/capti on] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064044Z LOCATION:Van Cleve Park\, 901 15th Avenue Southeast\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 55414\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mia-art-in-the-park/?utm_so urce=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:Red Wing – Minnesota Children’s Book Festival DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T183400Z UID:10000762-1789815600-1789833600@www.mnhum.org CATEGORIES:family,festival,literary DESCRIPTION:The 27th annual Minnesota Children’s Book Festival will be h eld on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. This beloved event features presentations of new books by award-winning authors and il lustrators writing for young readers through middle grade. Taking place at the Anderson Center’s beautiful\, historic Tower View campus\, the Chil dren’s Book Festival is an ideal opportunity for families to connect\, l earn and play. \nThroughout the afternoon\, each author or illustrator pre sents their work\, reads from their book\, and participates in a meet & gr eet and book signing booth. Taking place outdoors\, the event also feature s hands-on activities that engage the mind\, body\, and imagination. With balloons\, facepainting\, art-making\, kid-friendly food trucks\, and more \, there’s something to delight the inner child in all of us. \nThis ev ent is FREE and all ages are welcome! \nThe Minnesota Humanities Center wi ll be tabling throughout the day — stop by to say hello\, learn more abo ut our book projects\, and let us know you saw the event on our website to win a prize! \nFor a complete schedule of events\, please visit the Ander son Center website. \nSchedule of Events LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T183400Z LOCATION:Anderson Center at Tower View\, 163 Tower View Drive\, Red Wing\, MN\, 55066\, United States URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/red-wing-minnesota-childrens-book-festival -2026/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Humanities Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/duluth-we-are-water-mn END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Maplewood Lakeshore Learning: Summer Fun Factory (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T121918Z UID:1960@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,free DESCRIPTION:Twin Cities Lakeshore Learning stores often host free\, open-h ouse style events for kids (around preschool age to early grade school) to drop in\, experiment with educational products and engage in hands-on act ivities.\n\nThere are two locations in the Metro: Maplewood and St Louis P ark\; the activities are the same at both stores. LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T121918Z LOCATION:Lakeshore Learning Maplewood\, 1721 Beam Ave A\, Maplewood\, MN\, 55109\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lakeshore-learning-free-eve nt-maplewood/?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:YWCA Minneapolis Midtown Strong DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T122322Z UID:3859@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,food,music DESCRIPTION:This free community celebration for the whole family includes Zumba\, kids activities\, live music\, food trucks and interactive games. This year\, there will be free children's books and backpacks filled with school supplies while supplies last. FREE. All Ages. Drop In. LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T122322Z LOCATION:YWCA Minneapolis - Midtown\, 2121 East Lake Street\, Minneapolis\ , MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ywca-minneapolis-midtown-st rong/?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:Peter Rabbit Reading with Mixed Blood Theater DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062950Z UID:6813@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,literary,theater DESCRIPTION:Join Mixed Blood Theater at Acorn Bookshop for an interactive Peter Rabbit storytime. FREE. Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062950Z LOCATION:Acorn Bookshop\, 2238 Carter Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55113\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/acorn-books-events/?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: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:Brooklyn Center Rec On the Go: Family Game Weekend (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:6848@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,free DESCRIPTION:Brooklyn Center's Rec On The Go van brings recreation activiti es and equipment to local parks for kids and teens to play games and sport s and create arts and crafts! Plus free meals are served for kids 18 and under. Drop in\, no registration required.\nFamily Game Weekends: Septembe r 19 (Northport Park\, 11am-1pm) & October 10 (Lions Park\, 2-4pm).\nFall program runs September 8-November 19\, 2026. No meeting October 15. Cost i s free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Northport Park\, 5600 France Ave N\, Brooklyn Center\, MN\, 55430 \, URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/brooklyn-center-rec-on-the- go-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:Saturday Vibe: Mini Maker (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182907Z UID:1891@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,free DESCRIPTION:Free family entertainment at the library – music\, storytell ing\, puppets\, STEM and more. Each weekend brings a different interactive theme and there is a lovely children's room stocked with activities. The George Latimer Central Library is beautiful so you may want to stick aroun d and explore the space. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182907Z LOCATION:George Latimer Central Library\, 90 West 4th Street\, Saint Paul\ , MN \, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/saturday-vibe/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&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:Chroma Zone Outdoor Block Party DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6564@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Cap off the 2026 Chroma Zone Mural & Art Festival with a famil y-friendly Outdoor Block Party. Family fun includes an art market\, hands- on art activities for kids\, chalk artists\, food trucks\, live music\, an d bus tours to view this year's new murals. FREE. Drop In. All Ages.\n\nFu ll festival runs September 17-19\, 2026. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Chroma Zone\, Raymond Avenue and Territorial Road\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chroma-zone-outdoor-block-p arty/?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:LTD Brewing Oktoberfest DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T132248Z UID:3616@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,free DESCRIPTION:Oktoberfest at LTD brewing offers fun for the whole family\, i ncluding a kids area with space to play and activities like tic-tac-toe bo ards. There is also a larger parking lot games area with giant Jenga\, lad der golf and more. FREE to attend. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T132248Z LOCATION:LTD Brewing\, 725 Mainstreet\, Hopkins\, MN\, 55343\, United Stat es URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ltd-brewing-oktoberfest/?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:Trucksploration: Big Rig Vehicle Fair (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T132248Z UID:3739@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free DESCRIPTION:Join Lake Harriet Upper school for this drop-in touch-a-truck event. Kids can climb on\, learn about and explore big trucks and vehicles -- including a fire engine\, snowplow\, rescue boat and helicopter.  Mee t police horses\, bomb squad robots and personnel who work to keep us safe . Event is free\, donations are appreciated. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T132248Z LOCATION:Lake Harriet Upper Elementary\, 4912 Vincent Ave S\, Minneapolis\ , MN\, 55410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/trucksploration-big-rig-veh icle-fair/?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:Nativity County Fair - Saturday DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T180212Z UID:27330-1789819200-1789819200@communityreporter.org CATEGORIES:community,family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Nativity of Our Lord’s County Fair returns for a weekend of rides\, games\, food\, bingo\, live entertainment and family activities on the school grounds. The longtime neighborhood tradition is supported by a large volunteer team and raises funds for Nativity Catholic School. Progr amming varies by day\, with an outdoor Mass and family-focused activities planned for Sunday. Review the event page for ride tickets\, schedules\, v olunteer information and any admission charges. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T180212Z URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/nativity-county-fair-saturday/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Reporter X-SOURCE-URL:https://communityreporter.org/event/music-on-the-lawn-macales ter-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fisher Farms Fall Family Saturdays DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T182026Z UID:3646@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Fisher Farms is an orchard and event center located northwest of Minneapolis-St Paul in Dayton.\nFisher Farms Fall Family Saturdays\nThe festival runs most Saturdays in September and October: admission includes hay rides\, the playground\, inflatables\, visits with the animals and ya rd games. Warm up around a bonfire and enjoy musical entertainment. You're free to purchase treats from the food trucks or beverages from the Lions beer tent. Saturdays\, September 19 - October 24\, 2026.\nMore information \n\n Event link: Fisher Farms Facebook LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T182026Z LOCATION:Fisher Farms & Events\, 16900 N Diamond Lake Road\, Dayton\, MN\, 55327\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fisher-farms-orchard-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:Safe Hands Rescue Meet and Greet (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:1962@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,free DESCRIPTION:Animal-loving kids can meet puppies this weekend with Safe Han ds Rescue. The program travels around to venues in the Twin Cities so fami lies can learn about adopting rescue animals\, the pups can get some love and attention and visitors might get to explore a new spot for family fun. Cost is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Makwa Coffee\, 2805 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/safe-hands-rescue-meet-and- greet-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:Boast Squash Free Try-It Saturday (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:6574@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free,sports DESCRIPTION:On Saturdays\, Boast Squash offers one free squash session to any kid attending for their first time. Beginner youth sessions are open t o children ages 5-12. Parents are welcome to jump on an open court during the kids clinic (racquet\, ball and pointers provided). Stick around after the clinic wraps to play a little squash as a family. Equipment provided. No experience necessary. Ages 5-12 with guardian. FREE (after the first t ime\, drop-in sessions are $25). Register online. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:Boast Squash\, 9805 Hamilton Road\, Eden Prairie\, MN\, 55344\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/boast-squash-free-try-it-sa turday-free/?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:Kids Are Artists Too! Free Art Class DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062556Z UID:2082@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,education,family,free DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_39084" align="alignleft" width="150"] Visual Arts[/caption]\n\nHallberg Center for Creative Arts is currently ho sting a free storytime and art class for all ages on one of the last Satur days of the month - plus several pop-up special events\, so you'll want to check our listings below. Kids will listen to an art-focused story and wo rk on a coordinating project. Cost is free\, but please register ahead for your half hour time slot - see link. LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062556Z LOCATION:Hallberg Center for Creative Arts\, 5521 E Viking Blvd\, Wyoming\ , MN \, 55092\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-are-artists-too-free-a rt-class-storytime/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=sa int-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:St. Paul Oktoberfest X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-friendly-taprooms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Raptor Encounters Tour DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T061727Z UID:4721@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Visit the Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota with ki ds of any age for a fun and educational experience. Special Raptor Encount ers tours offer you a little more in-depth of an experience than the tradi tional tours. You'll get the chance to tour the raptor enclosures\, ask an y questions you like and get a close encounter with three raptor birds tha t are cared for (and often released back into the wild) by the U. READ MOR E: 5 reasons we love the Raptor Center. Raptor Encounters tours offered Sa turdays at 1pm. Cost is $8-$10 per person. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061727Z LOCATION:University of Minnesota Raptor Center\, 1920 Fitch Avenue\, St Pa ul\, MN\, 55108\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/raptor-center-encounters-sh ow-tour/?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:Elite Gymnastics Parents Night Out DTSTART:20260919T210000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T061758Z UID:6761@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Give yourself a parent's night on the third Saturday of each m onth. Kids get three hours of coach-supervised open gym time\, including a ll the equipment\, the foam pit\, trampolines\, obstacle courses\, group g ames\, and a craft or activity to wind down. Ages 4-13. $30/child ($25/mem bers). Registration required. Space Limited LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T061758Z LOCATION:Elite Gymnastics\, 12500 Chowen Ave South\, Burnsville\, MN\, 553 37\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/elite-gymnastics-parents-ni ght-out/?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: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:Movies at the Star: Mighty Ducks DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062556Z UID:6615@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,film DESCRIPTION:Drive in for a movie at Mall of America. Three Saturday evenin gs this fall\, MOA will screen a movie at dusk with fun family activities prior to the film. Arrive early for food trucks\, lawn games and music. Fa milies can watch the drive-in style from a car or grab a spot on the lawn (chairs provided). Pre-registration is available: $28/car or $8.50/person on the lawn. Best for older kids and teens. LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062556Z LOCATION:Mall of America & Nickelodeon Universe Amusement Park\, 60 East B roadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/movies-at-the-star/?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: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:Explorer's Room (Nursery Open | Childhood Center DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260725T055914Z UID:bvifo4hqq3n3t2l6nnvs4hcob3@google.com CATEGORIES:family LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T055914Z X-SOURCE-NAME:SPUCC Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.spucconsummit.org/artisanfestival END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Twin Cities Veg Fest DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:2982@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Come hungry and sample the offerings of vendors at Twin Cities Veg Fest\, the Midwest's biggest plant-based festival. There is a family fun area with a bouncy house and outdoor games for kids\, performances by local marching bands\, free Zumba & yoga classes\, and food demos\, includ ing quick and easy school lunch ideas. FREE. Open to All. Drop In. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:Harriet Island Regional Park\, 49 Harriet Island Road\, Saint Pau l\, MN\, 55107\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/twin-cities-veg-fest/?utm_s ource=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:Sunday Garden Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061941Z UID:2297@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,free DESCRIPTION:Families can join a Garden Naturalist each Thursday and Sunday afternoon for a nature themed story and activity at Eloise Butler Wildflo wer Garden & Bird Sanctuary. Meet just outside the Visitor Shelter. Bring a blanket to sit on for the story.\n\nNote: EBWG's openings are weather de pendent. We recommend checking ahead before heading out. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061941Z LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minnea polis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eloise-butler-garden-storyt ime-sunday/?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:Excelsior Apple Days DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:6832@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,dance,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:At Excelsior's Apple Days fall festival\, kids can get creativ e in the Kids Art Tent. All ages will enjoy listening to local music and s ampling regional food vendors. Tots will especially love the Happy Apple K ids Corner and parents may like the artisan vendors and street dance. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Excelsior Apple Days Grounds\, 37 Water Street\, Minnetrista\, MN \, 55331\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/excelsior-apple-days-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: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:Aamodt Apple Harvest Weekend DTSTART:20260920T160000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122837Z UID:3820@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,food DESCRIPTION:Aamodt's Apple Farm outside of Stillwater is a classic choice for a fall apple orchard outing. During their Harvest Weekends you can pic k your own apples (please check the website for the current varieties)\, s hop for treats galore in the Apple Barn and adults can sip from Thor's Cid er Bar.\nThere is no general admission required to visit the orchard or th e adjacent St Croix Vineyards. Bags to pick apples are pre-paid only.\n\nA amodt's Harvest Weekend activities\n\n Ride the Honeycrisp Express - week ends & MEA only\, 11am-5pm\, $6 per child\n Take a wagon ride - weekends & MEA only\, 11am-5pm\, $6 per person\n Visit the goat farm\n Live music on select weekends\n\n[caption id="attachment_45206" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Ride a Haywagon or a Tractor Train[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122837Z LOCATION:Aamodts Apple Farm\, 6428 Manning Avenue North\, Stillwater\, MN\ , 55082\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/aamodt-apple-harvest-weeken ds-sunday/?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: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:AAW: Woodturning Demonstration DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001824Z UID:10340-1789909200-1789920000@www.landmarkcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of woodturning with the American Associat ion of Woodturners’ (AAW) free demonstrations held every third Sunday\, 1–4 pm\, at the Gallery of Wood Art. Watch as expert turners from the Am erican Association of Woodturners’ transform blocks of wood into spinnin g tops and other creative treasures — shavings flying and creativity flo wing! This is a family-friendly\, informative\, fun\, and free experience you won’t want to miss! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001824Z LOCATION:AAW Gallery of Wood Art – Landmark Center\, 75 5th St. W.\, Sui te 222\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/aaw-woodturning-demonstration-7/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=saint-paul-mn X-SOURCE-NAME:Museums and Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.landmarkcenter.org/museums-and-exhibits 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:Explore the Pierre Bottineau House DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T063115Z UID:6828@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Pierre Bottineau was a fur trader\, explorer and guide in the territory that would become Minnesota. His 1854 home has been restored and moved to Elm Creek park.  Open house events gives families a chance to v isit this restored house\, explore exhibits and participate in guided acti vities with an historical interpreter. There is also a brief program offer ed every half hour. FREE. All Ages. Drop In. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T063115Z LOCATION:Elm Creek Park Reserve\, 12400 James Deane Parkway\, Maple Grove\ , MN\, 55369\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/explore-the-pierre-bottinea u-house/?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: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:Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE DTSTART:20260920T200000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T012803Z UID:6259@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:"The magic is always there\, as long as we keep looking for it ." Enjoy new and classic Fraggle Rock songs\, as the Fraggles set off on a journey to explore new caves within Fraggle Rock\, discover magic that th ey never knew existed\, and learn to work together. Ages 4+. Tickets: $45. 15+ LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T012803Z LOCATION:State Theater\, 805 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fraggle-rock-back-to-the-ro ck-live/?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 END:VCALENDAR