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Celebrate what is #OnlyinMN by visiting the #OnlyinMN Monument. On display now at Glensheen Mansion in Duluth, it’s a great photo opportunity for travelers. We're documenting its adventures on this page, so make sure to check for updates on where the "MN-ument" is going next.
Highlights this week include:
Oct. 20-21, Wabasha
Wild Things Zoo, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Pontoon Rides, Minnesota Herpetological Society Program & Fishing on the Refuge
Oct. 21, Buffalo
Ladies' Day Out - Birthplace of Occasional Shoppes
Oct. 20-22, Deerwood
Oktoberfest at Ruttger's
Oct. 20-22, Bemidji
First City of Arts: Studio Cruise & CarnEvil
Oct. 20-22, Grand Marais
Moose Madness
Southern Minnesota
Sept. 23 - Oct. 29 (Saturdays & Sundays), Fairmont
Fall Festival at Center Creek Orchard
Fall Festival offers hours of fun activities, pick your own pumpkins and locally grown apples. Activities include hayrides, miniature golf, scarecrow building, pony rides, helicopter rides, Jump Pad, giant maze, apple sling, barrel ride, crawling tunnels, super slide, and haunted forest. Center Creek Orchard. 507-773-4547
Oct. 1-30 (Saturdays & Sundays), Owatonna
Oak View Nursery Pumpkin Patch
The Oak View Nursery Pumpkin Patch offers weekend activities and attractions for the whole family including hay rides, corn maze, corn box, Jacob’s Ladder, giant slide, mini-golf, Pumpkin Chunkin’, paintball target, remote control race track and indoor game area. Oak View Pumpkin Patch. 507-451-0454
Oct. 20-21, Wabasha
Wild Things Zoo, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Pontoon Rides, Minnesota Herpetological Society Program & Fishing on the Refuge
Numerous programs and activities will be offered at the National Eagle Center, Oct. 20-21! In addition to the popular live eagle programs and fall migration viewing from the platform along the Mississippi River, explore the fascinating world of animals with the travelling Wild Things Zoo with an array of exotic creatures. Later, join U.S. Fish & Wildlife Ranger Ed Legace for a pontoon ride and guided tour of the Mississippi River backwaters, and learn interesting facts about our native plant, animal and bird species. Check out a collection of native Minnesota reptiles including lizards, snakes and turtles during the Minnesota Herpetological Society Program. And don't miss the chance to practice your fishing skills during Fishing on the Refuge! Poles, life jackets and bait will be provided. Additional details. National Eagle Center. 651-565-4989
Oct. 20-22, Northfield
Studio ARTour
The 13th Annual Studio ARTour is a co-operative venture among a group of artists in the areas around Farmington, Northfield and Faribault. Roughly 22 artist studios and galleries are open to the public with nearly 40 artists participating. The range of work is amazing; weaving to welding, glass to gemstones, clay to carving and paper in between. 507-645-5604
Oct. 21, Austin
One Night in Memphis
This extremely popular tribute to legendary Sun Records recording artists Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley features over 90 minutes of rockabilly, country, gospel and pure 1950’s rock and roll music. Historic Paramount Theatre. 507-434-0934
Oct. 27, 28 & 31, Redwood Falls
The Francois Haunted Hotel
The scariest basement in town is open once again for those brave enough to venture into the dark! Check out new scares, new routes and new monsters in this subterranean hotel basement that survived the great fire of 1903. Not recommended for anyone under 13. On Saturday, Oct. 28, fun activities will be offered for children under 13, with games, trick or treating, a costume contest and special no-scare and low-scare tours of The Francois Haunted Hotel. 507-430-9630
Oct. 27, Owatonna
A Haunting We Will Go
This night will offer families a variety of fun events including a flashlight tour of the Dunnell House, a village scavenger hunt, games, and more. No tricks -- just treats! Village of Yesteryear. 507-451-1420
Oct. 28, Rochester
Rochester Women's Fall Expo
Enjoy over 100 exhibitors, a fashion show, cooking demonstrations, guest speakers, and much more during this fun-filled day for you and your girlfriends! Mayo Civic Center. 507-286-1010
Nov. 3-5, New Ulm
Shopping Opener - Ladies Weekend & Wine Diva Days
Enjoy a weekend filled with events for women including a juried art show, gourmet food sampling, open houses, decorating classes and a Women's Expo with more than 100 vendors, various craft shows, and the Gnome-Made Show featuring artists' works in over 17 houses. And don't miss out on the specials during Wine Diva Days at Morgan Creek Vineyards. 507-233-4300, 507-947-3547
Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
Sept. 19 - Oct. 20, Afton
Fall Color Cruise
One of the favorite ways to the fall colors is from the beautiful St. Croix River! This cruise is a wonderful way to relax and enjoy panoramic views from on board one of Afton*Hudson Cruise Lines' luxury ships. A cash bar and meal options are available. 651-436-8883
Sept. 22 - Oct. 28, Shakopee
ValleySCARE
Fun takes a terrifying turn as Valleyfair transforms into ValleySCARE, the upper Midwest's largest Halloween attraction. With more than 75 rides, attractions and entertainment acts, there is something to satisfy everyone's devilish desire. Valleyfair. 952-445-7600
Sept. 29 - Oct. 29, Chaska
Scream Town
Scream Town features 8 haunted attractions in a remote corn field surrounded by a huge 200 year old forest. New attractions include Zombie Apocalypse and Down the Abandoned Rabbit Hole. A special Lights Out event will be held Oct. 29 featuring only the finest actors in complete darkness. Located off Hwy 212 between Chaska and Cologne. 888-317-7308
Oct. 6-29 (Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays), Shakopee
Sever's Fall Festival
Since 1997, thousands of people have enjoyed Sever's corn mazes. Other highlights include live shows, exotic petting zoo, jumping pillows, pig races, magic shows, Parakeet Landing, zip lines, wildlife shows, kiddie train, and pick-your-own pumpkins. Next to Canterbury Park. 952-270-6293
Oct. 8-31, Anoka
Anoka Halloween
This "spooktacular" time is loaded with fun Halloween events including races, parades, pumpkin carving contests, a medallion hunt, house decorating contest and more! Anoka is the Halloween Capital of the World by congressional proclamation! 763-421-7130
Oct. 13-29, Shakopee
Trail of Terror
This year, the Trail of Terror features the largest indoor maze in the Midwest! The Maze of Mayhem offers 25 hair-raising rooms and half a mile of twists and turns that will have hearts racing. There are also five haunted trailers, centering on their own haunted themes: Chuckles Pizzeria, Grubbs Pest Control, Harmony Department of Corrections, BonE Appetit, and Crystal Caverns. And don't miss the outdoor thrills with the Wicked Woods Walk, Zombie Paintball, and the Obsta-Killer Course. Special events include karaoke, costume contests, Phantom's Feast, and Zombie Paintball! The Trail Grounds are located 8.1 miles south of Shakopee from the intersection of Highway 169 & County Road 83 (Canterbury Rd). 952-445-7361
Oct. 20-21, Farmington
All Hallows Eve, a 1900 Halloween
Spend a beautiful autumn day in the village and experience what a day in 1900 would have offered. Carve a pumpkin for the Pumpkin Carving Contest, build a scarecrow, guess the amount of money in the piggy bank, shell corn, grind corn into flour, use an old-fashioned hand pump, play games and create activities from autumn items. The popular Dakota City Medallion Hunt will be held again with $100 awarded to the finder. Dakota City Heritage Village. 651-460-8050
Oct. 21, Buffalo
Ladies' Day Out - Birthplace of Occasional Shoppes
Buffalo, the birthplace of the occasional sale concept, hosts over 20 unique specialty shops with some open only one weekend a month. To find your special treasures, look for the bright pink Ladies Day Out Participant posters in store windows. Be sure fill out the passport to be eligible for prizes at day's end! 763-682-4902
Oct. 21, New Prague
Pumpkin Express
Ride in a 1950s railroad caboose about 1/3 mile to the "Pumpkin Patch" where kids and adults can pick their own pumpkin to take home. Later, board the train to head back for a snack by the depot. All tickets include a round trip train ride, pumpkin, cookie and beverage. Gopher State Railway Museum. 952-758-8729
Oct. 21-29 (Saturdays & Sundays), Apple Valley
HallZooWeen
It’s the most beautiful time to explore the trails, connect with the wildlife and soak up the fall colors at the Minnesota Zoo. And check out all the fun HallZooWeen weekend activities including live music, a skeleton dive show, creepy crawly animal encounters, hands-on education programs, face-painting, tram rides and much more! Pumpkins will be available for purchase -- proceeds benefit the animals. Minnesota Zoo. 952-431-9200, 952-431-9500
Oct. 21-29 (Saturdays & Sundays), St. Paul
ZooBoo at Como Zoo
Now in its 30th year, Como Friends' ZooBoo is a non-scary, family-friendly Halloween event that benefits Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. This magical 4 night event offers families a safe trick-or-treating alternative plus many Halloween surprises such as animal visitors, live entertainment and craft projects. Perfect for kids 3-8 year old! Como Zoo. 651-487-8201
Oct. 22, Jordan
Minnesota Cider Fair
Meet Minnesota's cidermakers and enjoy special releases and established favorites from roughly a dozen Minnesota cideries! Presented by the Minnesota Cider Guild. There will also be demonstrations, great food, non-alcoholic beverages, live music, a bonfire, wagon rides, apple picking, and many more fall-favorite activities! Minnesota Harvest Orchard. 612-462-3824
Oct. 26-31, St. Paul
Victorian Ghost Stories
Hear dramatic readings of 19th-century ghost stories in the dimly light parlor of the James J. Hill House. The one-hour program includes works by Edgar Allan Poe, Oscar Wilde and Bram Stoker as well as lesser-known authors of the period, plus some "true" ghost stories. James J. Hill House. 651-297-2555
Oct. 28, Prior Lake
The Blues Brothers with The Sacred Hearts
Dan Aykroyd is back as Elwood Blues, joined by Jim Belushi as Zee Blues. Together, Elwood and Zee bring the magic of the legendary Blues Brothers to life in an electrifying live show backed by The Sacred Hearts. It’s an evening of singing and dancing to hits from the official Blues Brothers canon like “Soul Man” and “Sweet Home Chicago” plus classic tunes from the vast catalog of great American roots music. Mystic Lake Casino Hotel. 952-496-6563
Oct. 28, St. Paul
Lake Monster Bash: Halloween Music Fest
Grab your gang of ghosts, ghouls, and goblins, put on your most festive costume, and dance the day away at the Monster Bash. In addition to music by Haley, Chastity Brown, Actual Wolf, Farewell Milwaukee and Them Coulee Boys, your ticket gets you a pint of craft beer, costume contests, access to popular food trucks and a variety of great beverages! Lake Monster Brewing. 855-333-5648
Oct. 28 - Nov. 5 (Thursdays - Sundays), Minneapolis
NEMAA Presents the 2017 AutumNE Member Art Show
Presented by the Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association (NEMAA), AutumNE (formerly Fall Fine Arts) is an annual exhibition of more than 150 of their members’ artwork. This a great opportunity to view a vast collection of quality and diverse artwork, including painting, photography, sculpture, mixed-media art, and much more -- all for sale in one location. Be the first to view this fabulous artwork during the Opening Reception on Friday, October 27, and enjoy hors d'oeuvres by Chowgirls, Indeed Beer & Tattersall Cocktails at the cash bar, and music by Avyah. Solar Arts Building. 612-788-1679
Oct. 28 - Dec. 30, Minneapolis
The Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Show
The Dinner Detective is a unique, high-energy interactive murder mystery dinner theater experience that combines an engaging modern-day whodunit with a full four course meal. Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown. 866-496-0535
Upcoming Twin Cities' concerts and performances:
Kings of Leon & Dawes at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Oct. 18
Red Green's I'm Not Old -- I'm Ripe Tour at the Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis, Oct. 18
Reik at the Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis, Oct. 19
Together Live - Creating Change at the Historic State Theatre in Minneapolis, Oct. 19
alt-J at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium at St. Paul RiverCentre, Oct. 20
Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters at the Ames Center in Burnsville, Oct. 20
Jim Norton - Kneeling Room Only Tour at the Pantages Theatre, Oct. 20
Three Dog Night at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, Oct. 20
Fall Out Boy - The Mania Tour at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 22
Bob Dylan & His Band at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 25
World of Dance Live at the Historic State Theatre, Oct. 26
Keyshia Cole & Tank at the Historic Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Oct. 27
Tape Face at Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Welch, Oct. 27
Thomas Rhett: Home Team Tour 2017 at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 27
Alan Jackson at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Oct. 28
The Original Blues Brothers Band with The Sacred Hearts at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, Oct. 28
Arcade Fire - Infinite Content 2017 at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 29
Yanni at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in St. Paul, Oct. 30
Finding Neverland at the Historic Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Oct. 31 - Nov. 5
Blues Traveler - 30th Anniversary Tour at the Pantages Theatre, Nov. 1
The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Prince's Purple Rain at Ames Center, Nov. 1
David Crosby & Friends, Sky Trails Tour 2017 at the Ames Center, Nov. 2
Michael McDonald with Mark Cohn at the Historic State Theatre, Nov. 2
Tegan & Sara's "The Con X: Tour" at the Historic State Theatre, Nov. 3
Colin Hay at the Pantages Theatre, Nov. 4
Kirk Franklin at the Historic State Theatre, Nov. 4
David Sedaris at the Historic State Theatre, Nov. 5
LCD Soundsystem at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium at St. Paul RiverCentre, Nov. 9
Lake Street Drive and Bruce Hornsby at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium at St. Paul RiverCentre, Nov. 10
Penn & Teller at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Nov. 10
The Brian Setzer Orchestra: Christmas Rocks Tour at the Historic State Theatre, Nov. 10
Martin Luther on Trial at the Pantages Theatre, Nov. 11-12
Swan Lake - Russian Ballet at the Historic State Theatre, Nov. 14
Jeff Foxworthy at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Nov. 17
REO Speedwagon at Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Welch, Nov. 17
Trevor Noah at the Historic Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Nov. 17
Halsey: Hopeless Fountain Kingdom at the Xcel Energy Center, Nov. 18
Kansas - The Leftoverture 40th Anniversary Tour at the Historic State Theatre, Nov. 18
A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage at the Ames Center, Nov. 19
The Hip Hop Nutcracker at the Historic State Theatre, Nov. 21-22
Waitress at the Orpheum Theatre, Nov. 21-22
Tickets available through Eventful or Ticketmaster
Central Minnesota
Oct. 13-28 (Fridays & Saturdays), Brainerd
Hidden Hollows: Haunted Corn Maze and Haunted House
Don't miss the Haunted Mansion and Corn Maze at Central Minnesota's largest haunted attraction! Paul Bunyan Land. 218-764-2524
Oct. 20-22, Deerwood
Oktoberfest at Ruttger's
The 32nd Annual Oktoberfest celebration starts with a Friday night Harvest Buffet Dinner Show. On Saturday, enjoy an arts & crafts fair with indoor and outdoor booths, live German music, games for all ages, beer & food tents, and Oktoberfest Dinner Buffet. Ruttger's Big Bay Lodging. 218-678-2885
Oct. 20-28 (Fridays & Saturdays), Sauk Centre
Monster Manor
Get your frights at Monster Manor in its 34th season with new scares. No need to wait in line in the cold with the indoor heated waiting area! Stearns County Fairgrounds. 320-352-6121, 320-352-5144
Oct. 21, Alexandria
Applefest at Carlos Creek Winery
Celebrate the end of apple harvest at the winery with this family-friendly event. Enjoy live music, a quilt & craft market, hay bale mountain, horse drawn wagon rides, fresh apples & apple bakery, and great cider, wine, beer and food! Admission is free. Carlos Creek Winery. 320-846-5443
Oct. 27-29, Deerwood
Ruttger's Zombie Apocalypse Halloween Spooktacular
The Zombie Apocalypse features a Zombie Pub Crawl, bonfire with live music, Zombie 3k fun run (while getting chased to the finish line by zombies), and lots of great food. Packages available. This is a 21 and older event. Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge. 218-678-2885
Oct. 28, Hutchinson
Pumpkin Fest
Crow River Winery welcomes you to the 2017 Hutchinson Pumpkin Fest. This family-friendly event features four corn mazes, as well as pumpkin chucking, live music, bounce houses and more! 320-587-2922
Nov. 2-4, Alexandria
Arts & Crafters Tour
Discover items that are homemade, handmade, and everything in between during the Arts & Crafters Tour at sites throughout Alexandria. 320-763-3161
Northwest Minnesota
Oct. 7-28 (Saturdays), Park Rapids
Fall Festival & Pumpkin Party
The Fall Festival and Pumpkin Party is everything you love about fall. Events include a 6.5 acre corn maze, hobbit-themed wagon rides, mini-golf, magic acts, pumpkin propeller, Crow Shoot, giant Pumpkin Boats, face painting, giant slide, cow "milking," straw bale maze, Nerf Wars and more! Carter's Red Wagon Farm. 218-732-4979
Oct. 20-21, Crookston
The Big One Arts and Crafts Fair
The Big One Arts and Crafts Fair is considered to be the largest arts & crafts show in northwest Minnesota with over 200 dealers. Crookston Sports Center. 218-281-1232
Oct. 20-22, Bemidji
First City of Arts: Studio Cruise
Area artisans will open their studios to the public for a behind-the-scenes view of how their work is created. Make a personal connection with artists surrounded by the inspiring beauty of Minnesota's northwoods. Studios and venues are within a 45 mile radius of Bemidji. Self-driving map/brochure. 218-759-0164
Oct. 20-28 (Fridays & Saturdays), Bemidji
CarnEvil
The Bemidji Jaycees CarnEvil is back, and it's going to be a scream! Recommended for adults only. Beltrami County Fairgrounds. 218-444-4401
Oct. 21, Park Rapids
Take a Walk on the Wild Side - Wild Rice Festival
This year's Wild Rice Festival celebrates regional artists, musicians, and wild rice native to the area. Enjoy an open mic stage, arts, crafts, food vendors, wild rice specialties and numerous kids' activities. Downtown Park Rapids. 701-230-9047
Oct. 27, Mahnomen
Cheap Trick
Cheap Trick is an indisputable American institution and beloved around the globe since 1974 for their instantly identifiable, hugely influential, brand of pop rock 'n' roll. See them live performing their top hits like "Surrender," "I Want You to Want Me," and "The Flame." Shooting Star Casino. 800-313-SHOW(7469)
Oct. 28, Detroit Lakes
Blocktoberfest Halloween Pub Crawl
Detroit Lakes restaurants and pubs have teamed up to bring you a fun night of dancing, music, refreshments, costumes and community, with live music from Matt Aakre. Also enjoy a costume contest and giveways. Hub 41, Brygee Taps & Tastes, Roasted, Lakeside Tavern, Zorbaz, and Northside Bar. 218-847-9202
Nov. 3-5, Walker
Paranormal Investigation Weekend
The 8th Annual Paranormal Investigation Weekend will feature famous author/paranormal investigator Adrian Lee. Also enjoy a Meet & Greet, one EVP Recorder per room, information on how to use the newest technology and how to capture evidence on paranormal activity, and active investigating on the property. Lodging specials available. Chase on the Lake. 218-547-7777
Northeast Minnesota
Sept. 23 - Oct. 29, Hermantown/Duluth
Engwalls Corn Maze
The Engwalls Corn Maze has expanded to more than double its original size. Also enjoy live entertainment, two observation towers, a big top tent, maze games, corn pit, corn cannons, corn slingshot and hay rides. The corn cannons are one of the highlights with shooters trying to break windows and hit other targets for prizes! Other special events include Flashlight Nights and Halloween events. Engwalls Corn Maze. 218-727-8964
Oct. 5-31, Duluth
Haunted Ship Tours
Each year, for the month of October the Irvin transforms itself into a haunted ship, where its ghosts come alive. The haunting of the Irvin is not just a rumor, mysterious sightings have been recorded. During the self-guided tour, you’ll see how the once historic ore ship has been flipped inside out to reveal its true identity. Walking through the dark, eerie hallways you’ll get the feeling that you’re never alone, because you won’t be. William A. Irvin Ore Carrier. 218-722-5573
Oct. 20-22, Grand Marais
Moose Madness
Moose Madness weekend events range from the athletic to the artistic with the weekend centered on earning and spending “moose bucks.” Children can earn moose bucks by participating in scavenger hunts, races, and arts activities throughout town. Moose bucks can then be spent on prizes at Moose Headquarters. Everyone will enjoy the Lake Superior Zoomobile, Moose Medallion Hunt, Moose Mosey, Moose Poetry, Family Contra Dance and specials throughout town. 218-387-2524
Oct. 20-30, Duluth
Flashlight Tour
Perfect for a date night or a unique group outing, Glensheen's Flashlight Tour allows you to explore the mansion in the dark, and appreciate our rare collection in a new way. Under flashlight, details come alive in a way not seen during the day. Make your way through four floors of the mansion, including the previously closed third floor, and see Glensheen in a whole new light. End your evening with a winter bonfire on the shores of Lake Superior. Glensheen Mansion. 218-726-8910, 888-454-GLEN
Oct. 27-31, Grand Rapids
Spooky Timbers
This family-friendly spooky event includes logging camp tours, live music, story-telling, trolley rides through an enchanted forest, hot cider, hot chocolate and more. Plus, visitors can meet the historic residents of the logging camp and maybe even catch a glimpse of Sasquatch in the woods. Forest History Center. 218-327-4482
Oct. 28, Proctor
Knotty Carvers Show
The 5th Annual Woodcarving Show includes unique carvings by Minnesota woodcarvers as well as vendors, demonstrations, a raffle drawing of nearly 30 items, and projects by youth groups The Totem Pole Kids and the Hermantown Middle School Carving Club. Proctor Area Community Center. 218-624-0121
Nov. 3-4, Duluth
Gales of November
The Gales of November brings together the Lake Superior and maritime enthusiasts to provide information about underwater exploration, Great Lakes lighthouses and shipwrecks, maritime history and diving technology. Highlights include a maritime trade show, speakers, luncheons, unique maritime artifacts, boat tours, book signings, Cruise of a Lifetime raffle tickets and exciting silent auction. Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center. 218-727-2497
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