Woodbury's Town Lake Terror House features haunted trail
A Woodbury Halloween display is back for its 8th year and in a new location. The Town Lake Terror House is located at 2608 Town Lake Dr. The graveyard-themed setup includes a scare-free backyard trail, professional-grade props, fog, spooky sounds and programmed lights. Homeowner Travis Ruberto says the lights are his favorite detail.
A Woodbury Halloween display is back for its 8th year and in a new location. The Town Lake Terror House is located at 2608 Town Lake Dr. The graveyard-themed setup includes a scare-free backyard trail, professional-grade props, fog, spooky sounds and programmed lights. Homeowner Travis Ruberto says the lights are his favorite detail.
Rare Frank Lloyd Wright home goes up for sale in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis home designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright is on the market for just under $2.5 million. The Usonian-style house was built in 1951 and overlooks Cedar Lake. It's 2,511 square feet with three bedrooms and three bathrooms on a nearly half acre lot. The home's only new addition is a detached two-car garage. The home is listed by David Stickney of Stickney Real Estate.
A Minneapolis home designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright is on the market for just under $2.5 million. The Usonian-style house was built in 1951 and overlooks Cedar Lake. It's 2,511 square feet with three bedrooms and three bathrooms on a nearly half acre lot. The home's only new addition is a detached two-car garage. The home is listed by David Stickney of Stickney Real Estate.
Video rental store and magazine shop open in Twin Cities
Physical media is making a comeback in the Twin Cities, with a new video rental store in Minneapolis and a specialty magazine shop in St. Paul. Saturn Video is in the Seward Neighborhood and is open Friday through Sunday. Ink-ish Magazine Shop is on Randolph just off 35E in St. Paul. It's open from 9 a.m. to 3 .m. Saturday and Sunday.
Physical media is making a comeback in the Twin Cities, with a new video rental store in Minneapolis and a specialty magazine shop in St. Paul. Saturn Video is in the Seward Neighborhood and is open Friday through Sunday. Ink-ish Magazine Shop is on Randolph just off 35E in St. Paul. It's open from 9 a.m. to 3 .m. Saturday and Sunday.
Inside Minneapolis' new social spa
A new social spa in Minneapolis' Harrison neighborhood is built around a simple routine: hot, cold, rest, repeat. At All's Well Sauna and Waterspa guests move through saunas, a cold plunge and screen-free relaxation spaces, then can wind down with a non-alcoholic drink in the lounge. It's located at 201 Irving Ave N.
A new social spa in Minneapolis' Harrison neighborhood is built around a simple routine: hot, cold, rest, repeat. At All's Well Sauna and Waterspa guests move through saunas, a cold plunge and screen-free relaxation spaces, then can wind down with a non-alcoholic drink in the lounge. It's located at 201 Irving Ave N.
Anoka's 1st-place TVMA Halloween house
Anoka Halloween has announced the winners of its House Decorating Contest and 1st place goes to 912 41st Avenue. The homeowners created an entire walk-through experience with a laser swamp and circus tent. It is rated TVMA meaning if you are under 17 you should be accompanied by a guardian. Public viewing will take place on October 30th - 31st from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Anoka Halloween has announced the winners of its House Decorating Contest and 1st place goes to 912 41st Avenue. The homeowners created an entire walk-through experience with a laser swamp and circus tent. It is rated TVMA meaning if you are under 17 you should be accompanied by a guardian. Public viewing will take place on October 30th - 31st from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Anoka Halloween: House decorating contest winner
Anoka’s Halloween house decorating contest winners are in and the top family-friendly pick is the Monster House at 1318 Sunny Ln. Public viewing will take place October 30th - 31st from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Anoka’s Halloween house decorating contest winners are in and the top family-friendly pick is the Monster House at 1318 Sunny Ln. Public viewing will take place October 30th - 31st from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Live orchestra brings new score to Hunchback of Notre Dame
A classic silent film is getting a live-orchestra treatment in the North Loop Halloween weekend. The performance includes a 60-piece orchestra, full choir and a rock 'n roll light show, with tickets under $30. The Hunchback of Notre Dame with orchestra experience will take place on October 30th and 31st at the Luminary Arts Center.
A classic silent film is getting a live-orchestra treatment in the North Loop Halloween weekend. The performance includes a 60-piece orchestra, full choir and a rock 'n roll light show, with tickets under $30. The Hunchback of Notre Dame with orchestra experience will take place on October 30th and 31st at the Luminary Arts Center.
Ballet Tuesdays return to Landmark Center
Ballet Co.Laboratory has teamed up with St. Paul's Landmark Center to bring back Ballet Tuesday. Audiences can enjoy excerpts from Ballet Co.Laboratory’s productions and participate in mini-dance lessons plus crafts. All performances take place from 12pm-1pm and are free and open to the public. Upcoming Ballet Tuesday Schedule: November 24, 2026: Nutcracker in Wonderland February 16, 2027: Where The Wild Things Are April 13, 2027: Billy Elliot: The Ballet May 4, 2027: Seasons
Ballet Co.Laboratory has teamed up with St. Paul's Landmark Center to bring back Ballet Tuesday. Audiences can enjoy excerpts from Ballet Co.Laboratory’s productions and participate in mini-dance lessons plus crafts. All performances take place from 12pm-1pm and are free and open to the public. Upcoming Ballet Tuesday Schedule: November 24, 2026: Nutcracker in Wonderland February 16, 2027: Where The Wild Things Are April 13, 2027: Billy Elliot: The Ballet May 4, 2027: Seasons
Weekend Event: Tribute experience honoring those who served
United in Service is a new event at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. It will bring together military history, hands-on equipment and a free claims clinic for veterans from Oct. 15–18. It was created by DAV of Minnesota and includes a 12,000-square-foot exhibit, a Tribute Garden with 5,000-plus family-sponsored tags and a Military Experience Park. Friday is for veterans and veteran families. Saturday and Sunday are open to the public.
United in Service is a new event at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. It will bring together military history, hands-on equipment and a free claims clinic for veterans from Oct. 15–18. It was created by DAV of Minnesota and includes a 12,000-square-foot exhibit, a Tribute Garden with 5,000-plus family-sponsored tags and a Military Experience Park. Friday is for veterans and veteran families. Saturday and Sunday are open to the public.
Hope through swing and taiko
Audiences can dance and interact with artists during an immersive show blending taiko, live jazz and swing dance. Swingposium runs Oct 16 -18 at CSPS Hall in St. Paul. It shares the true story of how Japanese Americans turned to swing dance and big band music during U.S. WWII incarceration camps. Tickets are available through Theater Mu.
Audiences can dance and interact with artists during an immersive show blending taiko, live jazz and swing dance. Swingposium runs Oct 16 -18 at CSPS Hall in St. Paul. It shares the true story of how Japanese Americans turned to swing dance and big band music during U.S. WWII incarceration camps. Tickets are available through Theater Mu.
Havoc at the Pavek returns with local legends STEM mystery
A new escape room-style STEM adventure is back with a fresh mystery. Havoc at the Pavek explores the science and history of electronic communication with a mysterious twist. The event is on Saturday, October 17th from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The Pavek Museum of Electronic Communication is located at 3517 Raleigh Ave. in St. Louis Park. Pre-register on Eventbrite for pay-what-you-can pricing. General admission pricing will be available for walk-ups, $12 for adults and $7 for students (4-17) and military.
A new escape room-style STEM adventure is back with a fresh mystery. Havoc at the Pavek explores the science and history of electronic communication with a mysterious twist. The event is on Saturday, October 17th from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The Pavek Museum of Electronic Communication is located at 3517 Raleigh Ave. in St. Louis Park. Pre-register on Eventbrite for pay-what-you-can pricing. General admission pricing will be available for walk-ups, $12 for adults and $7 for students (4-17) and military.
Free Geek TC turns old electronics into something useful
Free Geek Twin Cities focuses on repair, reuse and responsible recycling. The organization says it recycled more than 100 tons of e-waste in 2025, sold more than 54,000 electronics items in its thrift store while giving out more than 1,000 free laptops. They take working and non-working electronics donations and also offer a free fix-it clinic on Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Register ahead of time on their website.
Free Geek Twin Cities focuses on repair, reuse and responsible recycling. The organization says it recycled more than 100 tons of e-waste in 2025, sold more than 54,000 electronics items in its thrift store while giving out more than 1,000 free laptops. They take working and non-working electronics donations and also offer a free fix-it clinic on Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Register ahead of time on their website.
After a forced move, the corn maze is back in Brooklyn Park
The Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze has moved to 8901 101 Ave. N in Brooklyn Park. This year’s big draw is the return of the corn maze with an America 250 theme. They also have inflatables, a petting zoo, train rides, corn pits, a straw bale maze, yard games, live music, and magic shows. The festival runs on weekends from Oct. 3 through Nov. 1, with extra dates during MEA break.
The Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze has moved to 8901 101 Ave. N in Brooklyn Park. This year’s big draw is the return of the corn maze with an America 250 theme. They also have inflatables, a petting zoo, train rides, corn pits, a straw bale maze, yard games, live music, and magic shows. The festival runs on weekends from Oct. 3 through Nov. 1, with extra dates during MEA break.
Saint Paul's Highland water tower opens for fall color views
A historic water tower in Saint Paul’s Highland neighborhood opens to the public for free just twice a year, and the fall open house is Oct. 10th & 11th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors can head to the intersection of Snelling Avenue and Ford Parkway for observation deck views, original blueprints and information on water treatment and distribution.
A historic water tower in Saint Paul’s Highland neighborhood opens to the public for free just twice a year, and the fall open house is Oct. 10th & 11th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors can head to the intersection of Snelling Avenue and Ford Parkway for observation deck views, original blueprints and information on water treatment and distribution.
Mad Hatter Bakery and Cafe opens with British comfort food
British comfort food has arrived in Edina. The Mad Hatter Bakery and Cafe has opened at One Corporate Center with afternoon tea, scones, meat pies, sausages and custom cakes. The cafe is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday for takeout and afternoon tea. The full menu is available Thursday through Saturday. A traditional lunch will be served on Sundays by reservation. It's located at 7300 Metro Blvd.
British comfort food has arrived in Edina. The Mad Hatter Bakery and Cafe has opened at One Corporate Center with afternoon tea, scones, meat pies, sausages and custom cakes. The cafe is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday for takeout and afternoon tea. The full menu is available Thursday through Saturday. A traditional lunch will be served on Sundays by reservation. It's located at 7300 Metro Blvd.
Minnesota's first Japanese cheesecake shop opens in Edina
Edina has a new dessert stop. Mooni Mooni is Minnesota's first Japanese cheesecake shop. It's located at 7575 France Ave. S. near Centennial Lakes park. The cakes are baked in-store every day. The menu also includes cheese tarts, pudding, boba drinks, bingsu, snowbing and rotating gelato. It's open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Edina has a new dessert stop. Mooni Mooni is Minnesota's first Japanese cheesecake shop. It's located at 7575 France Ave. S. near Centennial Lakes park. The cakes are baked in-store every day. The menu also includes cheese tarts, pudding, boba drinks, bingsu, snowbing and rotating gelato. It's open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Halloween returns to Nico's Tacos in Uptown
Nico's Tacos in Uptown shut down for four days so staff could turn the restaurant into a two-floor Halloween pop-up. After a strong response last year, the Minneapolis restaurant started decorating earlier this time. The display stays up through Nov. 3 before shifting to Nico's Navidad. Nico's Tacos has three locations. The Halloween pop-up is located at 2516 Hennepin Ave S.
Nico's Tacos in Uptown shut down for four days so staff could turn the restaurant into a two-floor Halloween pop-up. After a strong response last year, the Minneapolis restaurant started decorating earlier this time. The display stays up through Nov. 3 before shifting to Nico's Navidad. Nico's Tacos has three locations. The Halloween pop-up is located at 2516 Hennepin Ave S.
Significant fashion exhibition opens in Minneapolis
The Minneapolis Institute of Art is bringing a rare collection of haute couture to Minneapolis, with more than 80 garments on loan from the Palais Galliera, the Paris Fashion Museum. "Paris Couture" opens Sunday, Oct. 4, in the Target Galleries and runs through Jan. 17, with general admission priced at $20.
The Minneapolis Institute of Art is bringing a rare collection of haute couture to Minneapolis, with more than 80 garments on loan from the Palais Galliera, the Paris Fashion Museum. "Paris Couture" opens Sunday, Oct. 4, in the Target Galleries and runs through Jan. 17, with general admission priced at $20.
What's inside Chaska's new North Star Pumpkin Town
A brand-new fall experience just opened in Chaska and it's designed for the whole family — no haunted houses, no jump scares. North Star Pumpkin Town features thousands of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, larger-than-life characters and a Minnesota-inspired town. It's on the same property as Scream Town and The Abandoned Hayride.
A brand-new fall experience just opened in Chaska and it's designed for the whole family — no haunted houses, no jump scares. North Star Pumpkin Town features thousands of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, larger-than-life characters and a Minnesota-inspired town. It's on the same property as Scream Town and The Abandoned Hayride.
Peanuts musical brings nostalgia to the stage
A beloved classic musical comedy about the Peanuts gang is coming to the Bloomington Center for the Arts. 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' runs October 1st through the 25th. The production is from the Artistry Theater and Visual Arts team. Preview performances are available at discounted rates before the official opening night, October 3rd.
A beloved classic musical comedy about the Peanuts gang is coming to the Bloomington Center for the Arts. 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' runs October 1st through the 25th. The production is from the Artistry Theater and Visual Arts team. Preview performances are available at discounted rates before the official opening night, October 3rd.