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Today

9th Annual Woo Woo Pawlooza

10:30 AMOutdoor & RecreationFreeLakefront ParkPrior LakeHike with huskies, bid in a silent auction and support Adopt a Husky Minnesota.

Initials Game Live at Bogart's

6:00 PMCommunityFreeBogart's Entertainment CenterApple ValleyA fast-paced Sunday game night of guessing answers from their initials.

Sunday Trivia at Casper's Cherokee

7:00 PMCommunityFreeCasper's Cherokee of EaganEaganFree Sunday trivia with $50 cash for first place and a trophy for last.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Constructed at Dreamers Vault Games

8:00 PMCommunityDreamers Vault GamesBurnsvilleBring your deck for constructed Yu-Gi-Oh! play at Dreamers Vault Games.

Tomorrow

Ribbon Cutting Celebration: Farmington Health Services Trinity Campus

2:00 PMCommunityFreeFarmington Health Services Trinity Campus / Trinity TerraceFarmingtonCommunity ribbon cutting and refreshments celebrating Trinity Terrace’s improved parking lot.

Dinner & Dancing with Beasley's Big Band at Brianno's

6:00 PMLive MusicFreeBrianno's Chart HouseLakevilleSwing dancing to a live big band at Brianno's, with a free lesson and no cover.

Fall Community Fest

6:00 PMCommunityFreePrior Lake High SchoolPrior LakeA community expo of Prior Lake area businesses, organizations and programs, with exhibitor booths and local leaders.

Monday Night Hootenanny at Badger Hill

6:00 PMLive MusicBadger Hill BrewingShakopeeWeekly Monday open jam hosted by Roy Holdren and Janet Wirth at Badger Hill.

Get Hooked on Crocheting

6:00 PMArts & CultureCommunity Education (Meadowview)FarmingtonA two-session introduction to crochet for ages 16 and older.

Adult Basketball Night at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonCommunity pickup basketball for adult men and women.

Tuesday, October 6

The Noon Hour Prayer Meeting at Hosanna

12:00 PMCommunityHosanna ChurchLakevilleA weekly midday prayer meeting at Hosanna Church in Lakeville.

Incredible Infants Drop-In

1:00 PMFamily FriendlyFreeTilden Community CenterHastingsA free drop-in class for new parents and babies up to 3 months old.

Triple Play Tuesdays at Grand Slam

4:00 PMFamily FriendlyGrand Slam SportsBurnsvilleUnlimited laser tag, mini golf and Krazy Kars for $12.95 on Tuesdays.

Beer Run Club Tuesdays at Boathouse Brothers

6:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationFreeBoathouse Brothers Brewing Co.Prior LakeA free Tuesday 2-mile run through downtown Prior Lake that ends with a free pint.

Zumba at Meadowview Elementary in Farmington

6:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationMeadowview ElementaryFarmingtonZumba dance fitness with Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow movements.

Gundam TCG Weekly at Dreamers Vault Games

6:30 PMCommunityDreamers Vault GamesBurnsvilleWeekly Gundam Card Game play at Dreamers Vault Games.

Wednesday, October 7

Trivia with Sporcle at Mana Brewing

7:00 PMCommunityFreeMana Brewing CoShakopeeFree Sporcle pub trivia every Wednesday at 7 and 8 PM at Mana Brewing.

Adult Basketball Night at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonCommunity pickup basketball for adult men and women.

Wednesday Adult Skate Night at Skateville

8:00 PMCommunitySkatevilleBurnsvilleAn 18-and-over roller skate night with a DJ taking your requests.

Thursday, October 8

Basic Bike Maintenance Clinic

5:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLakeville Parks & Recreation clinic siteLakevilleLearn to clean your bike, lube the chain and fix a flat in one hour.

Community Plate Free Meal at Shepherd of the Lake

5:00 PMCommunityFreeShepherd of the Lake Lutheran ChurchPrior LakeA free community meal, sit-down or grab-and-go, twice a month at Shepherd of the Lake.

Friday, October 9

Babysitter Training at Tiger Legacy and Learning Center in Farmington

9:00 AMCommunityTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonHands-on babysitting basics, child care, safety, first aid and emergency response. Bring lunch, a water bottle and snacks.

Fall Leaf Pinch Pots with Kidcreate Studio

9:00 AMArts & CultureTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonMake fall-themed clay pinch pots decorated with beads and sequins. Bring a nut-free snack and drink.

Bruce Burniece at Barley + Vine

7:00 PMLive MusicBarley + VineLakevilleRequest your favorite song from Bruce Burniece's 1,100-hit set list at Barley + Vine.

RHS Theatre Presents Clue

7:00 PMArts & CultureRosemount High School Performing Arts CenterRosemountRosemount High School Theatre stages Clue, the farce-meets-murder-mystery based on the Jonathan Lynn screenplay.

Floydian Slip

8:00 PMLive MusicAmes CenterBurnsvilleFabulous Armadillos Pink Floyd tribute with music and theatrics.

Saturday, October 10

Buckthorn Bust Round Two

8:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationFreeSunset ParkApple ValleyHelp clear invasive buckthorn from Sunset Park. The city supplies the tools.

Great Train Show

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsCanterbury ParkShakopeeTwo days of model railroad layouts, vendors and a Thomas visit at Canterbury Park.

Mercedes-Benz Club Sommerfahren Countryside Drive

10:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationKwik TripRosemountA Mercedes-Benz club drive from Rosemount through southeastern Minnesota's countryside.

Saturday Morning Storytelling at Badger Hill: Jen Scott

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyFreeBadger Hill BrewingShakopeeFree all-ages storytelling with teller Jen Scott at Badger Hill Brewing.

Viking Fest Minnesota

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsDakota County FairgroundsFarmingtonCombat demos, a Viking village, feasts and five stages of entertainment at the fairgrounds.

Brews & Backroads Festival

12:00 PMLive MusicCrazy Legs Farm & PumpkinsFarmingtonCraft beer and four live bands, capped by a Garth Brooks tribute, at Crazy Legs Farm.

Creepy Crawly Creatures Camp

1:00 PMFamily FriendlyCommunity Education (Meadowview)FarmingtonLearn about insects and other often-unwanted animals that benefit nature, including outdoor observation when weather allows and citizen-science activities.

Next Stop Comedy at Trove Brewing

7:30 PMArts & CultureTrove BrewingBurnsvilleTouring stand-up comics take over Trove Brewing for a night of laughs.

That Arena Rock Show

7:30 PMLive MusicAmes CenterBurnsvilleHigh-energy tribute to 1970s and 1980s classic arena rock.

Sunday, October 11

Meet Us at the Pumpkin Patch Craft & Gift Pop-Up

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsFreeShakopee American LegionShakopee7th annual craft and gift pop-up with booth trick-or-treating for kids in costume.

Sunday Stroll at WEE Farm

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyWEE FarmSavageMeet horses, goats, pigs and a donkey on a guided Sunday stroll at WEE Farm.

Historic Hastings Car Show

11:00 AMMarkets & FairsFreeDowntown 2nd StreetHastingsClassic cars and trucks from 1985 and older line 2nd Street in downtown Hastings.

Lakeville Food Truck Train

12:00 PMFood & DrinkFleet Farm LakevilleLakevilleA lineup of pop-up food trucks takes over the Fleet Farm lot in Lakeville.

Sunday Stroll at WEE Farm

1:00 PMFamily FriendlyWEE FarmSavageMeet horses, goats, pigs and a donkey on a guided Sunday stroll at WEE Farm.

Elton & Billy Symphony Songs

7:00 PMLive MusicAmes CenterBurnsvilleMick Sterling and the Dakota Valley Symphony present Elton John and Billy Joel songs.

Monday, October 12

Fall Non-Competitive Cheer: Youth Cheer

6:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonIntroductory recreational cheer with jumps, motions, stunts, dance and tumbling. A T-shirt and bow are included.

Adult Basketball Night at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonCommunity pickup basketball for adult men and women.

Tuesday, October 13

Caffeinated Rooster at Allina Health Hastings

11:00 AMFood & DrinkAllina Health Hastings ClinicHastingsGrab a coffee from the Caffeinated Rooster truck at the Allina clinic on Frontage Road.

Ribbon Cutting Celebration: New Playground Equipment at Prairieview Park

1:00 PMCommunityFreePrairie View ParkFarmingtonCelebrate new playground equipment with school and city staff at Prairie View Park.

Zumba at Meadowview Elementary in Farmington

6:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationMeadowview ElementaryFarmingtonZumba dance fitness with Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow movements.

Wild Workouts: Yoga

6:30 PMOutdoor & RecreationMinnesota ZooApple ValleyAll-levels evening yoga at the Minnesota Zoo. Just bring a mat.

Wednesday, October 14

Initials Game Live at Shakopee BrewHall

6:30 PMCommunityShakopee BrewHallShakopeeLive Initials Game podcast trivia at Shakopee BrewHall, second Wednesdays.

Adult Basketball Night at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonCommunity pickup basketball for adult men and women.

Churchill Starring David Payne

7:30 PMArts & CultureAmes CenterBurnsvilleDavid Paynes one-man play as Winston Churchill after honorary U.S. citizenship.

Thursday, October 15

Cartoon Drawing Camp at Community Education (Meadowview) in Farmington

9:00 AMArts & CultureCommunity Education (Meadowview)FarmingtonYoung Rembrandts cartoon-drawing camp exploring expressive characters, exaggerated shapes and visual storytelling.

Fall Youth Horse Camps

9:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationCornerstone on the VermillionHastingsTwo-day horse camp with western, English and bareback riding, groundwork, horsemanship and training. All abilities welcome; bring a bag lunch and bicycle helmet if available.

Mega Meat Raffles & Races at Celts Pub

5:30 PMCommunityCelts Pub of Inver Grove HeightsInver Grove HeightsBigger meat packs and bigger payouts at Celts Pub's monthly mega meat raffle.

Music Bingo: Music Mashup at Badger Hill

6:30 PMCommunityFreeBadger Hill BrewingShakopeeFree Music Mashup bingo with host Kailee at Badger Hill Brewing.

An Evening With C.S. Lewis

7:30 PMArts & CultureAmes CenterBurnsvilleOne-man play: C.S. Lewis hosts American writers near Oxford.

Friday, October 16

Acu Meridi-Yin Yoga Training

5:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationTwo Rivers Acupuncture, Yoga & Sound HealingInver Grove HeightsA weekend training that blends yin yoga with acupressure, for teachers and serious students.

Parrothead Paradise - A Jimmy Buffet Show

7:30 PMLive MusicAmes CenterBurnsvilleEleven-piece Jimmy Buffett tribute billed as a tropical celebration.

Saturday, October 17

Surf the Murph Trail Races

6:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationMurphy-Hanrehan Park ReserveSavageCostumed trail races from 5K to 50 miles through Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve.

Aqua Aerobics at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

8:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonWater aerobics and strength exercises; no swimming ability required.

Viking Fest Minnesota

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsDakota County FairgroundsFarmingtonCombat demos, a Viking village, feasts and five stages of entertainment at the fairgrounds.

Build-Your-Own Burger Fundraiser for Northfield Women's Center

4:00 PMFood & DrinkLighthouse Kitchen & CafeFarmingtonA $20 build-your-own burger dinner that raises money for the Northfield Women's Center.

Parents Night Out at Elite Gymnastics Academy

4:00 PMFamily FriendlyElite Gymnastics AcademyBurnsvilleThree hours of gym games and trampoline fun for kids while parents get a night off.

Folsom Prison Experience

7:30 PMArts & CultureAmes CenterBurnsvilleImmersive theatrical tribute to Johnny Cashs 1968 Folsom Prison concert.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band at Mystic Lake

8:00 PMLive MusicMystic Lake ShowroomPrior LakeKenny Wayne Shepherd plays his debut album Ledbetter Heights in full for its 30th anniversary.

Sunday, October 18

5K Fun Run at Spiral Brewery

11:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationSpiral BreweryHastingsRun, walk or jog an untimed 5K, then celebrate with a beer at Spiral Brewery.

Sunday Stroll at WEE Farm

1:00 PMFamily FriendlyWEE FarmSavageMeet horses, goats, pigs and a donkey on a guided Sunday stroll at WEE Farm.

Monday, October 19

LSHS CDT Fundraiser at Babe's Hometown Bar

3:00 PMCommunityFreeBabe's BarLakevilleBabe's donates 20% of sales from tables that mention the Lakeville South Cougar Dance Team or show the flyer.

Intermediate Level- Get Hooked on Crocheting AGAIN!

6:00 PMArts & CultureCommunity Education (Meadowview)FarmingtonA two-session intermediate crochet class for ages 16 and older with basic crochet experience.

Adult Basketball Night at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonCommunity pickup basketball for adult men and women.

Tuesday, October 20

The Open Door Pop-Up Pantry

3:00 PMCommunityFreeRambling River CenterFarmingtonFree groceries and fresh produce at Farmington's monthly pop-up pantry, no appointment needed.

Open Door Pantry Food Distribution at Rambling River Center Banquet Room in Farmington

3:00 PMCommunityFreeRambling River Center Banquet RoomFarmingtonFree food distribution at the Rambling River Center; no appointment required, while supplies last.

Zumba at Meadowview Elementary in Farmington

6:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationMeadowview ElementaryFarmingtonZumba dance fitness with Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow movements.

Wild Workouts: Zumba

6:30 PMOutdoor & RecreationMinnesota ZooApple ValleyDance your way through a high-energy Zumba workout at the Minnesota Zoo.

Wednesday, October 21

Restful Yin Yoga & Sound Bath

6:30 PMOutdoor & RecreationTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonWind down with gentle yin yoga and Tibetan singing bowls on Wednesday nights.

Restful Yin Yoga & Sound Bath at Tiger Legacy and Learning Center in Farmington

6:30 PMCommunityTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonRestful Yin Yoga and Sound Bath at Tiger Legacy and Learning Center.

Adult Basketball Night at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonCommunity pickup basketball for adult men and women.

Thursday, October 22

Music Mayhem Trivia at Ineffable Brewing

6:30 PMCommunityFreeIneffable Brewing Co.BurnsvilleName that tune from your phone at Music Mayhem trivia at Ineffable Brewing.

Friday, October 23

Parent-Child Gym Drop-In at Community Education (Meadowview) in Farmington

5:00 PMFamily FriendlyCommunity Education (Meadowview)FarmingtonParent-child gym activity for children from birth through grade 3.

Todd Michael Jameson at North 20 Brewing

6:00 PMLive MusicNorth 20 BrewingRosemountAcoustic singer-songwriter Todd Michael Jameson plays North 20 Brewing.

Easy Partner Dancing at Southview Elementary School in Apple Valley

6:30 PMArts & CultureSouthview Elementary SchoolApple ValleyBeginner-friendly ballroom-based partner dancing for couples.

Gymnastics - Youth 6+ Open Gym

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonUnstructured gymnastics and parkour equipment time supervised by recreation coaches. Equipment availability rotates.

Saturday, October 24

Fall Frenzy Lakeville Cheer Invitational

8:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationLakeville North High SchoolLakevilleMetro cheer teams compete at Lakeville North, with vendors and concessions all day.

Everyday Fall Open Disc Golf Tournament

9:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationNorth Valley ParkInver Grove HeightsA PDGA B-tier disc golf tournament with two rounds at North Valley Park.

2026 Superintendents Revenge Tournament

9:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationSouthern Hills Golf CourseFarmingtonAn 18-hole challenge at Southern Hills with a 9 AM shotgun start.

Trunk or Treat at Mount Calvary

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyFreeMount Calvary Lutheran ChurchEaganAn indoor trunk-or-treat with costumes and candy at Mount Calvary in Eagan.

Cookie Decorating - Monster Mash

10:00 AMArts & CultureLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonA Monster Mash-themed cookie-decorating workshop for adults and parent/child participants.

Floor Hockey Camp

10:25 AMOutdoor & RecreationFarmington ElementaryFarmingtonDASH Sports co-ed floor hockey instruction in stickhandling, passing and shooting. Sticks and pucks are provided; bring a water bottle and nut-free snack.

GYMNASTICS - Parent/Athlete Spotting Clinic

1:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonSupervised spotting clinic for one parent and one gymnast, advanced beginner level or above. Learn safe body positioning, spotting methods and communication.

Next Stop Comedy at Angry Inch Brewing

7:30 PMArts & CultureAngry Inch BrewingLakevilleTouring stand-up comics take over Angry Inch Brewing for a night of laughs.

Sunday, October 25

Holistic Healing & Wellness Fair

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsEagan Community CenterEaganBrowse 40+ holistic vendors, free workshops and psychic readings in Eagan.

Polka Service with the Jolly Ramblers at Fish Lake Immanuel

10:30 AMCommunityFish Lake Immanuel Lutheran ChurchPrior LakeA polka-powered Sunday worship service with the Jolly Ramblers.

FaerieLand Rescue Adoption Event at PetSmart

11:00 AMCommunityFreePetSmart ShakopeeShakopeeMeet adoptable shepherds and corgis from FaerieLand Rescue at PetSmart Shakopee.

Food Truck Train at Fleet Farm Hastings

12:00 PMFood & DrinkFleet Farm HastingsHastingsA lineup of pop-up food trucks takes over the Fleet Farm lot in Hastings.

Board Game Day at World of Games

1:00 PMCommunityWorld of Games 2.0LakevilleAn easygoing afternoon of open board gaming at World of Games in Lakeville.

Monday, October 26

Live Jazz with Court's In Session at Brianno's

6:30 PMLive MusicBrianno's Chart HouseLakevilleClassic American Songbook jazz and swing dancing at Brianno's Chart House.

Adult Basketball Night at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonCommunity pickup basketball for adult men and women.

Tuesday, October 27

Zumba at Meadowview Elementary in Farmington

6:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationMeadowview ElementaryFarmingtonZumba dance fitness with Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow movements.

Initials Game Live at Badger Hill

6:30 PMCommunityFreeBadger Hill BrewingShakopeeFree live Initials Game podcast trivia at Badger Hill, fourth Tuesdays.

Wild Workouts: Pilates

6:30 PMOutdoor & RecreationMinnesota ZooApple ValleyBuild core strength at an all-levels Pilates class at the Minnesota Zoo.

Wednesday, October 28

Restful Yin Yoga & Sound Bath at Tiger Legacy and Learning Center in Farmington

6:30 PMCommunityTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonRestful Yin Yoga and Sound Bath at Tiger Legacy and Learning Center.
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