History of Eden Prairie's PeopleFest
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PeopleFest is being held July 30-Aug. 5 at Staring Lake Park in Eden Prairie. For more information, visit: edenprairie.org/peoplefest

What to do in Minnesota: 8 things to do this weekend (July 28-30)

Despite the heat to come this week, there are many summer events popping up in the Twin Cities and beyond. Attend a fair, pick your favorite pup at the corgi races or see a golf tournament this weekend.

Minnesota Zoo's Treetop Trail officially opens

A long-anticipated day — the Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail is officially up and running. 

Minnesota Zoo's Treetop Trail opens Friday
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The Treetop Trail at the Minnesota Zoo opens Friday. The aerial trail through the zoo is on the old monorail track. FOX 9's Cody Matz checks it out.

Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail opens Friday
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The Minnesota Zoo has repurposed its former monorail track into a treetop trail, and the trail opens on Friday. FOX 9's Cody Matz has the details.

Corgi races at Canterbury Park this weekend
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Canterbury Park in Shakopee will host its annual corgi races, featuring more than 70 corgis, on Sunday, July 30. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the details.

Tour Twin Cities most spectacular water gardens
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The term backyard oasis definitely applies to the homes featured on this years’ Minnesota Water Garden Society Tour. The homes feature ponds, waterfalls and streams. The tour takes place on Saturday, July 29 and Sunday, July 30. There are 10 homes across the metro to visit. The gardens are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Ticket prices are $15 for advanced sales, $20 day of the tours and $5 for a single site. The tour is self-guided and the tickets are good for both days.

Stillwater's Mad Capper: New vision for a historic bar

A historic bar in downtown Stillwater has a second life thanks to a creative local entrepreneur. 

Minnesota makes 'Best Adventure Experiences in the US' list

Minnesota is a great place for adventures, and it was recently included on a Travel + Leisure's list of best adventure experience in the United States.

Valleyfair Corn Fest coming in August

Valleyfair is hosting an end of summer festival celebrating one of Minnesota’s favorite crops. 

New Eagan eatery has southern cuisine with modern twist
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A food tour of Nashville inspired the menu behind a new restaurant in Eagan. Southern Social is located near Cliff Rd. and 35E. The restaurant specializes in smoked meats, broasted chicken and southern classics. They also offer shareable cocktails served in a glass punchbowl. They?re open seven days a week.

The Puttery opens in Minneapolis
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The Puttery opens on July 21 in Downtown Minneapolis. The 70,000-square-foot space is on the corner of Washington and Hennepin Avenue. It is just for the adults 21-plus, and offers upscale food and drinks along with three themed mini golf courses. This is the seventh Puttery location in the United States.

Beyoncé in Minneapolis: What to know ahead of the Renaissance World Tour

Another massive music tour is heading to the Twin Cities. Beyoncé is bringing her Renaissance World Tour to Huntington Bank Stadium on Thursday, July 20. The show begins promptly at 7 p.m. as there are no openers. 

Great Midwest Rib Fest returns to Mystic Lake

The Great Midwest Rib Fest is back and better at Mystic Lake from July 27 to July 29.