Explore Minnesota Weekly Events Update - Oct. 2, 2019

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Explore Minnesota Events Update - Oct. 2, 2019 
The Minnesota Zoo's Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular, Oct. 1- Nov. 3

 

Event highlights this week include:

Oct. 4-5 & 11-12, New Ulm
Oktoberfest

Oct. 4-6, St. Paul/Minneapolis
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon and Health & Fitness Expo

Oct. 5, Nisswa
Gull Lake Oktoberfest Pub Crawl

Oct. 5-6, Clearbrook/Bagley
Farm to Fiber Festival

Sept. 27 - Oct. 6, Grand Marais
Art Along the Lake: Fall Studio Tour

 

[Northeast] [Northwest] [Central]
[Minneapolis-St. Paul Area] [Southern]

 

Southern Minnesota

Sept. 6 - Oct. 26, Wabasha
SeptOberfest
Attend the annual SeptOberfest celebration and check out artistic displays of thousands of pumpkins, cornstalks, flowers, straw bales and gourds among the natural beauty of the winding Mississippi River, vibrant trees and majestic bluffs. Also enjoy pumpkin races, scarecrow contests, live entertainment, glorious food, largest pumpkins, free concerts, carriage rides and much more. And don't miss the five Fall Seasonal Boutiques filled with treasures! Sites and venues throughout Wabasha. 651-565-4158

Oct. 4-6, Appleton
Arts Meander
The award-winning Meander Art Crawl is a free self-guided tour of artist studios featuring the work of 40 local artists from the Upper Minnesota River Valley. Visitors may visit artists in their own environment at more than 33 individual studios in and near the communities of Ortonville, Appleton, Madison, Milan, Dawson, Montevideo and Granite Falls. Studios along the upper Minnesota River. 320-289-1981

Oct. 4-5 & 11-12, New Ulm
Oktoberfest
Don't miss one of the best Oktoberfest celebrations in the nation! This traditional festival is modeled after one of the world’s largest celebrations, held each year for several centuries in Munich, Germany. The 38th Annual Oktoberfest includes festivities all over New Ulm. The Best Western Plus will be the site of musical entertainment, including New Ulm's Concord Singers and a variety of bands, German goods for sale and plenty of food and drink. Downtown will feature bands performing in the streets both Saturdays, with plenty of food and drink available. Morgan Creek Vineyards hosts the ever-popular New Ulm Grape Stomp the first Saturday, and Schell's Brewery will have music, food and drink the second Saturday. Voted Best Oktoberfest in MN by WCCO, and ranked among the Best Oktoberfest Celebrations in the nation by Fodor's Travel (2014), Tripping.com (2015), Fox News (2016), Huffington Post (2016), Travel + Leisure (2017), USA TODAY (2017), and Food&Wine (2017). 507-233-4300

Oct. 5-6, Albert Lea
Big Island Rendezvous and Festival
The Big Island Rendezvous and Festival, an award-winning and largest early America and fur-trade "living history" reenactment, brings history alive! Experience the fur trade period in the Voyageur encampment, Native American Tipi tours, the Scottish Clann Tartan, New Ulm Battery, and many early American crafts such as woodworking, blacksmithing and candle-making just to name a few. Visitors can also purchase period wares, hear live music and taste authentic cuisine! Bancroft Bay Park. 507-402-6371

Oct. 11-12, Pipestone
Paranormal Weekend
Pipestone's 6th Annual Paranormal Weekend includes Ghost Walks, Bedtime Stories at the Calumet, Paranormal Exhibition Hall, Historic Cemetery Tours, Ghost Hunting 101, Psychic Gallery Readings by Psychic Susie Otto, "Tales from the Grave" Cemetery Tour and much more! Historic Downtown Pipestone. 507-825-2563

Oct. 11 - Nov. 2 (Fridays & Saturdays), Zumbrota
Fright at the Farm
Visit southern Minnesota's most horrifying haunted attraction, with over 10,000 square feet of indoor haunts and haunted outdoor paths. This walk-through experience features live actors. On Blackout Fridays, all lights will be turned off in the mazes. You will only have an LED candle to light your way, and actors will startle and disorient you inside the mazes. Willow's Keep Farm. 507-491-2639

Oct. 12-13, Red Wing
Red Wing Arts Fall Festival
Enjoy the fall colors of the Mississippi River Valley as you join in the 53rd Annual Red Wing Arts Fall Festival. This juried arts festival includes artwork by more than 100 artists, as well as great food vendors, live music and more in downtown Red Wing. While in Red Wing, don't miss Davina and the Vagabonds performing at The Sheldon Theatre on Oct. 12! 651-388-7569; 651-388-8700

Oct. 19-20 & 26-27, Waseca
Sinister Forest
Hidden up on a hill, overlooking Clear Lake, lies Maplewood Forest. The remnants of a time forgotten, its deteriorated old buildings, hold a dark history. Are you brave enough to walk the archaic paths through the dark forest as you try to reach the end without waking the evil that lives within the shadows of the trees? This event is not recommended for children under 10. Maplewood Park. 507-833-9281

Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Sept. 13 - Nov. 3 (Fridays through Sundays), Shakopee
Sever's Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Experience the largest corn maze in the state with dozens of other attractions, activities and vendors at the new Shakopee location! Immerse yourself in Sever's Jurassic Adventure and look for six pictures of "Paleontologist Sever." Mark your map with where you found him and enter your answers on Sever's website for a chance to $500 at the end of the season. Sever's Fall Festival grounds. 952-270-6293

Sept. 21, 27 & 28 and Oct. 4 & 5, Taylors Falls
Fall Color Leaf Dinner Cruises
Dining aboard one of our authentic paddlewheel river boats is a delightful way to spend a summer or fall evening with friends and family. Enjoy a delicious meal, live entertainment and the beauty of the St. Croix River. Each trip includes a narrated scenic tour of the history and the rock formations along the river. Leaf luncheon, history and specialty cruises are also offered. Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours. 651-465-6315

Sept. 21 - Oct. 27, Brooklyn Park
Twin Cities Harvest Festival and Maze
Wander through this year’s 20-acre maze which is specially designed to honor the Lynx and includes team trivia questions throughout. Jump in the corn pit, stroll through the straw bale maze and enjoy live music, a petting zoo, duck and goat races, hayrides, inflatables and a giant slide! Awesome fair food and refreshments will also be available. Twin Cities Harvest Festival and Maze grounds. 952-992-9326

Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, Lino Lakes
Waldoch Farm Fall Fun Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze
Waldoch Farm is a great fall destination for family-oriented activities. Highlights include the Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch and Maze Area featuring the corn box, teen/adult pedal carts, youth pedal carts, pedal trikes, obstacle course, playhouses, tug-o-war, Pumpkin Castle, swings and wooden play sets, the Mini Maze, Farm Dig sand box, toddler straw maze, farm animals at the Joyer Barnyard and much more. Hay rides to the pumpkin patch are complimentary. Waldoch Farm Garden Center. 651-780-1207

Oct. 1-13, Minneapolis
Mean Girls
Based on a book by Tina Fey, Mean Girls tells the story of a naive newbie who falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies. Entertainment Weekly calls it "A Marvel: dazzling and hilarious!" and USA Today writes, "We'll let you in on a little secret, because we're such good friends: Get Your Tickets Now!" Historic Orpheum Theatre. 612-339-7007

Oct. 1 - Nov. 2, Roseville
Haunted Basement
The Haunted Basement is literally in a basement, and it's deliciously moist. Expect strong smells, physical contact and projectile liquids. You may get very messy, you may have to crawl, and you may find yourself in a confined space with something horrible. If necessary, just say "Uncle." Rosedale Shopping Center. 612-444-2191

Oct. 1 - Nov. 3, Apple Valley
Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular
Don't miss the 2nd Annual Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular, part pumpkin patch, part art installation. Wind your way through more than 5,000 glowing carved pumpkins and get lost in the magic. Let the area's best pumpkin artists take you on a journey around the world. This night-time event is enchanting for all ages. Minnesota Zoo. 952-431-9200; 952-431-9500

Oct. 4-6, St. Paul/Minneapolis
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend
Take part in a celebration of health and fitness during the 38th Annual Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend! This race is considered to be the Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America, with mile after mile of parkways, lakes, rivers and tree-lined boulevards. Add 300,000 screaming fans, ten Cheer Zones, over a dozen course entertainment acts, and you’ve got an experience that you’ll never forget. Participants and visitors will not want to miss the Health & Fitness Expo! This free, public event, held Oct. 4-5 at the lower level of the Saint Paul RiverCentre, features more than 100 vendors offering the latest in running and fitness gear, as well as a chance to learn about the most recent equipment and nutrition tips. 651-289-7700; 651-289-7700

Oct. 5, St. Louis Park
Shout Out Loud - A Suicide Prevention Charity Event
Don't miss out on a great concert by The Big Wu and other acts, as well as a wellness carnival, art sale, food and beer/wine trucks, backyard carnival games and raffle prizes. The goal of Shout Out Loud is to normalize the conversation about suicide prevention and encourage participation in local wellness resources. This free event will be family-friendly with a focus on mental and physical wellness activities for all ages to enjoy. Rec Center ROC. 612-642-1355

Oct. 5, Minneapolis
Minnehaha Falls Art Fair REBOOT
Minnehaha Falls is one of Minneapolis’ oldest and most popular parks featuring a majestic 53-foot waterfall, limestone bluffs, river overlooks, Sea Salt Eatery, and many walking and hiking trails. For the first time ever, Minnehaha Falls will be the site of Minnesota’s newest Art Fair! Celebrate dozens of local artists and peruse a wide variety of mediums including paintings, ceramics, textiles, screen-printing, woodworking, photography and more. There will be items under $30 at every artist booth! Also enjoy great music, food and activities. Minnehaha Falls.

Oct. 5-6, Stillwater
Rivertown Fall Art Festival
The Rivertown Fall Art Festival includes juried artwork by roughly 150 artists from throughout the Midwest, as well as live music, a beer/wine tent and a wonderful selection of food vendors. The stage will be located in the center of the park overlooking the beautiful St. Croix River. Lowell Park. 651-439-4001

Oct. 5 & 12, New Prague
Barten Pumpkins: Family Fun Saturdays
Mark your calendar for two Family Fun Saturdays, and enjoy a wide range of free activities at the pumpkin patch including hay rides, face painting, caricatures, pony rides, bubble machine, petting zoo and music. Find the perfect pumpkin for everyone in the family, and explore the colorful gourds, squash and other festive decor. Stilts, yard games, the log cabin and sandbox will also be available for the kids. Admission is free. Pumpkins are priced by size. Cash only please. Barten Pumpkin Farm. 952-758-3729

Oct. 6, Maplewood
Big Red Barn Sale
The big red barn at the Bruentrup Heritage Farm will be brimming with more than 40 artists, crafters and vintage and flea market vendors. Also enjoy live country and 50s music, as well as various food items sold by the volunteers at the Maplewood Area Historical Society. Bruentrup Heritage Farm/Maplewood Historical Society. 651-330-3862; 952-454-7344

Oct. 12-13, Hastings
St. Croix River Valley Apple Fest
Join the Hastings Area Apple Orchards for apple picking, crafts, corn mazes, hayrides and more! Held at St. Croix Valley Carpenter Nature Center, Afton Apple Orchard, Fischer Croix Farm Orchard, and Whistling Well Farm. 651-437-4359

Oct. 12-13, Stillwater
Harvest Fest & Giant Pumpkin Weigh-off
Stillwater's Harvest Fest celebrates the beautiful fall colors amidst the region's Giant Pumpkin Weigh-off. Area growers bring pumpkins weighing 1500 pounds and up for the weigh-off! Other highlights include pumpkin baking and decorating contests, a chili cook-off, micro-brew beer and wine tasting, Giant Pumpkin Boat Race and Pumpkin Regatta on the St. Croix River, live music, Kids' Costume Parade, Kids' Tractor Pull, face painting, pie-eating contest and more! Lowell Park and Historic Lift Bridge. 651-351-0422

Oct. 13, Bloomington
Ballroom Dance Showcase
Watch some of the best ballroom dancing in the Twin Cities when USA Dance-MN sponsors an all-star showcase of ballroom dancing, including waltz, tango and foxtrot to swing. This fun-filled 60-minute showcase will highlight the talents of many local competitors and social dance enthusiasts of all ages. Mall of America Rotunda. 952-883-8800

Upcoming Twin Cities' concerts and performances include: Mean Girls (Touring) at the Historic Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Oct. 1-13
Bon Iver at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Oct. 3
John Pardi at The Armory in Minneapolis, Oct. 4
The Australian Pink Floyd Show at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, Oct. 4
Ghost at The Armory, Oct. 5
The Chainsmokers at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 5
A Night with Janis Joplin (Touring) at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Oct. 6
Little Feat - 50th Anniversary at the Historic State Theatre in Minneapolis, Oct. 7
Lizzo - Cuz I Love You Too Tour at The Armory, Oct. 9 & 11
Creedence Clearwater Revisited at Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Welch, Oct. 11
The Mavericks at the Historic State Theatre, Oct. 11
Kansas: Point of No Return at the Historic State Theatre, Oct. 12
Mt. Joy at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, Oct. 12
Heart: Love Alive Tour at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 13
Neil DeGrasse Tyson at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, Oct. 15
Menopause: The Musical at the Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis, Oct. 15-17
Frank Turner
at the Pantages Theatre, Oct. 18
Get the Led Out - The American Led Zeppelin Tour
at Ames Center in Burnsville, Oct. 18
Ingrid Michaelson at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, Oct. 18
Fabulous Armadillos at Ames Center in Burnsville, Oct. 19
Jeff Ross at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Oct. 19
Miranda Lambert: Roadside Bars and Pink Guitars Tour at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 19
Michael Franti & Spearhead at the Historic State Theatre, Oct. 22
Russian Ballet Theatre Presents Swan Lake at the Historic State Theatre, Oct. 24
Boz Scaggs at Treasure Island Resort & Casino, Oct. 25
Warren Miller Films at the Historic State Theatre, Oct. 25-26
A Day to Remember at The Armory, Oct. 27
Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 27
Chance the Rapper: The Big Day at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 29
Rezz at The Armory, Oct. 31
Alessia Cara at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Nov. 1
Randy Travis at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, Nov. 1
Tickets are available through Hennepin Theatre Trust and Ticketmaster

Central Minnesota

Oct. 4-5, Perham
Harvest Fest
Join in on the fun at the annual Harvest Fest in Perham. Many events and festivities will be held downtown including live music, a German Brat Feed, beer and food sampling, horse-drawn wagon rides, farmer's market, food vendors, a petting zoo, corn maze, inflatables and lots of games for the kids. 218-346-7710

Oct. 4-6, Alexandria
Flashlight Corn Maze and Pumpkin Mania
Country Blossom Farm's corn maze will be open to tour by flashlight at dusk on Oct. 4. Pumpkin Mania will be held Oct. 5-6 with hot savory pot pies for lunch, free samples, Clueless The Clown, pumpkin painting, $.50 donut specials and access to all of the attractions, including the new Bazooka Ball Arena, with the purchase of a wrist band. The bakery and gift shop will also be open. Country Blossom Farm. 320-334-1620

Oct. 5, Nisswa
Gull Lake Oktoberfest Pub Crawl
The 9th Annual Gull Lake Oktoberfest is a fun, autumn Pub Crawl to eight area pubs and resorts. Free shuttle service is offered between locations, as well commemorative mugs and lots of great food and music. This event runs in conjunction with Grand View Lodge's 9th Annual Golftoberfest featuring live music under a heated tent. Various Nisswa locations. 218-963-2620

Oct. 11-26 (Fridays and Saturdays), Brainerd
Hidden Hollows: Haunted Corn Maze & Haunted House
Travel through the Haunted Corn Maze and Haunted House very carefully or you may get lost inside forever. Hidden Hollows is considered to be central Minnesota's largest haunted attraction. Paul Bunyan Land. 218-764-2524

Oct. 12, Brainerd
Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
The 40th Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival features quality handmade items by more than 100 artists and crafters. Come a day early, and attend a concert by the Fabulous Armadillos on Friday, Oct. 11 at Tornstrom Auditorium. This is their best show with video, photos, special guests and the incredible music of Hendrix, Janis, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Dylan, CSN&Y and many others about daily life in Vietnam. Brainerd Senior High School. 218-825-0410

Oct. 17-20, Saint Joseph
Park Escape
The HIKEhoppers Park Escape is a new twist on Escape Room venues. It will bring you together with friends and family, set you up with a storyline and challenge you to decode puzzles, ciphers, and riddles just like a traditional Escape Room - the twist is Park Escape takes place in a county park. Participants engage in a physical adventure game while hiking a specific trail - same concept, more movement and a little different look of the puzzles as you need to be on the move to complete the trail in the allotted 60 to 90-minute time frame. Do you have what it takes to make it out? Kraemer Lake and Wildwood County Park.

Northwest Minnesota

Aug. 30 - Oct. 19 (Fridays & Saturdays), Warroad
Country Corn Maze
The Country Corn Maze presents their 2019 "Paul Bunyan!" corn maze, an eight acre corn maze! In addition to the maze, visitors will enjoy farm animals, hayrides, campfires, Farmball, a Pumpkin Pickin' Patch, the Waxy Willow Trail, concessions and more! Country Corn Maze. 218-469-3390

Oct. 4-5, Warroad
October Festival
Warroad's October Festival is a fun and exciting event filled with local and regional performances on the amphitheater stage, Festival Marketplace, beer gardens, craft beer-tasting, a stein-holding competition, comedy hour, cornhole tournaments, horse-drawn wagon rides, kid's races, Touch-A-Truck, pumpkin carving contest and great food. A children's tent will be set up with kid-friendly activities. Allison Park. 218-242-3824

Oct. 5-6, Clearbrook/Bagley
Farm to Fiber Festival
This fun, fiber-filled weekend celebrates the fiber heritage of northern Minnesota while showcasing roughly a dozen local fiber producers and artists. Take a class, shop for yarns, fiber and artwork, enjoy the beautiful northern Minnesota countryside and meet the farmers behind the fibers that make our clothing, arts and crafts possible. Clearbrook Community Center. 218-657-2502

Oct. 5-26 (Saturdays), Park Rapids
Pumpkin Party at Carter's Red Wagon Farm
This year's Pumpkin Parties feature a Lewis & Clark corn maze, an interactive wagon ride around the farm, and scenes from Lewis & Clark's journey west! Admission includes two corn mazes, giant hay bale maze, straw bale maze, play barn/silo/tree house, giant slides, Nerf Wars, giant pumpkin boats, interactive wagon ride, crow shoot, corn pit, farm mini golf, duck races, three ImagiNick shows, live bluegrass from "Working It Out," pumpkin carving demos from Master Pumpkin Carver Terry Morris, and lots more. There is a minimal charge for face painting. Concessions, general store items and pumpkins are available for purchase. Visitors may also bring their own food! Carter's Red Wagon Farm. 218-732-4979

Oct. 11-12, Bemidji
Bemidji Blue Ox Marathon & Be Active Expo
The 7th Annual Bemidji Blue Ox Marathon is one of the most beautiful races around. On Friday, enjoy a Kids' Fun Run and a 5K Run/Walk for participants of all ages and abilities. The 5K will start and finish at the Sanford Center and the Fun Run will be held within the Sandford Center. Marathon runners and walkers will head along the south shore of Lake Bemidji, turning around at Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. The "Be Active Expo" is part of the Bemidji Blue Ox Marathon Weekend at Sanford Center. 877-250-5959

Oct. 11 - Nov. 30, Bemidji
Bring Her Home: Stolen Daughters of Turtle Island
View original artwork by 20 Indigenous artists from across the United States and many tribal nations. Bring Her Home highlights the ongoing epidemic of missing and murdered Indigenous women, sharing the visual stories of the impacted women through paintings, digital work, sculpture and photography. An opening reception will be held Oct. 11. Watermark Art Center. 218-444-7570

Oct. 12, East Grand Forks
North Country Fiddle and Community Dance
North Country Fiddle and Community Dance celebrates traditional music and dance in the Red River Valley of the North. A variety of group dances are taught, including reels, square dances, circle mixers and contra dances. A few waltzes and schottisches for couples may be mixed in as well. All dances are taught by a caller, and newcomers are always welcome. The Prairiefest Tag Team will provide the callers and music. East Grand Forks Senior Center. 218-773-3850

Oct. 18 & 19, Crookston
The Big One Arts and Crafts Fair
The 3nd Annual Crookston Big One Arts and Crafts Fair will include more than 200 vendor booths showcasing arts and crafts, and items such as home decor, apparel and baked goods. CSC Arena. 218-281-1232

Northeast Minnesota

Sept. 19 - Oct. 13 (Thursdays through Sundays), Duluth
Fall Color Train Tours
Enjoy the changing colors along the Lake Superior shoreline as you travel by train to the historic town of Two Harbors. The total excursion time is six hours, with a two hour stop in Two Harbors to tour, shop, eat and enjoy! North Shore Scenic Railroad. 218-733-7504

Sept. 27 - Oct. 6, Grand Marais
Art Along the Lake: Fall Studio Tour
Fall in Cook County is a time of tumultuous beauty, so take some time to explore the colors and meet artists during the Fall Studio Tour! Stops include home studios as well as galleries with guest artists. Roughly 20 stops from Lutsen to Hovland alone! All locations will be open daily, with a few special Fall Studio Tour events scheduled outside of these hours. 218-387-2788

Oct. 3-12, Duluth
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
The Spelling Bee finalists are ready to go for this wacky and heartfelt musical. Come celebrate the triumphs and tragedies of adolescence, with only temporary pauses for puberty and peanut allergies. Marshall Performing Arts Center. 218-726-8561

Oct. 4-6, Sandstone
Women’s Wellness & Adventure Weekend – Fall 2019
Located on the shores of Grindstone Lake, the Audubon Center of the North Woods’ 780 acres of beautifully varied landscapes provide the perfect setting for this complete holistic retreat weekend. Spend this time with your friends or take the opportunity to get away by yourself, meet new people and learn new skills. During the weekend, you can choose from a wide variety of mind, body and spirit activities, book a massage or private reiki, chakra or intuitive session, and enjoy wonderful meals, as well as take the opportunity to be immersed in nature. The Keynote Speaker, Sarah Bamford Seidelmann, is a spiritual life coach, shamanic healer, author and physician. Audubon Center of the North Woods. 320-245-2648

Oct. 5, Grand Rapids
Fall Studio Tour
Located in one of the state’s top art regions, the Grand Rapids area is home to a robust arts community. Celebrate with MacRostie Art Center as artists across the area throw open their studio doors and invite the public to see work spaces, meet the artists and shop for unique, local creations. Enjoy the fall colors and quality local art during this free, self-guided artist studio tour. Grand Rapids area studios. 218-326-2697

Oct. 9-13, Duluth
Catalyst Content Festival
Catalyst is a year-round educational and professional development story institute empowering creators to bring their narrative stories to fruition. Discover some of the world's best episodic shows and talent while relaxing, interacting and building genuine industry relationships amidst the breathtaking foliage. Catalyst is a 501c3 nonprofit community of creators, executives, agents and fans discovering the best new programming created on independent (aka, non-network) budgets. Festival venues are NorShor, Zeitgeist Teatro, Zeitgeist Zinema 1 and Zinema 2, Spirit of the North at Fitgers, Greysolon Ballroom/Moorish Room, BlackWater Lounge and Old City Hall in Duluth's Historic Arts District. 218-208-0140

Oct. 12, Grand Marais
Sawtooth Mountain Challenge
Hosted every fall for 25 years at Pincushion Mountain, the Sawtooth Mountain Challenge is the North Shore's longest-running mountain bike race. Adults may choose between 8, 15 and 22 mile singletrack races, and the children may take part in the .25 mile or 1 mile race. Awards and prizes presented at Voyageur Brewing Company in downtown Grand Marais. 218-387-2788

Oct. 13, Duluth
Gag Me With A Spoon: A Community Storyshare
Adeline Wright of Adeline Inc. is the creator of this event series. 'Gag Me With A Spoon' is an evening of open mic storytelling. In theme with the Moth and Mortified podcasts, anybody can come share true, funny and interesting stories in eight minutes or less. Each GMWAS has featured storytellers and a featured musician followed by open mic journal sharing! Zeitgeist Teatro Zuccone. 218-336-1417

Oct. 17-20, Grand Marais
Family Weekend
There are over a dozen courses to choose from during Family Weekend at the North House Folk School. Some are designed for families to take together (adults and kids), while others are for kids only. There will also be live craft demonstrations all weekend so stop by even if you don't have time for a class. The fun continues in the evenings with a contra dance and a wood-fired pizza potluck. Register soon as courses are filling up quickly! North House Folk School. 218-387-9762

 

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