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Saturday, October 3

LSHS CDT Fundraiser at Nautical Bowls

All dayCommunityFreeNautical BowlsLakeville

Minnesota Home Show at Canterbury Park

All dayMarkets & FairsCanterbury ParkShakopeeMinnesota Home Show takes place at Canterbury Park on October 3, 2026. Canterbury Park is at 1100 Canterbury Road in Shakopee.

Twin Cities Auto Club at Canterbury Park

All dayOutdoor & RecreationCanterbury ParkShakopeeTwin Cities Auto Club takes place at Canterbury Park on October 3, 2026. Canterbury Park is at 1100 Canterbury Road in Shakopee.

Mixed-Level (beginners welcome!) at Everyday Pilates

7:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationEveryday PilatesPrior LakeThis mixed-level Pilates class welcomes beginners.

Burnsville Saturday Farmers Market

8:00 AMMarkets & FairsDiamondhead Education Center parking lotBurnsvilleBurnsville Saturday Farmers Market. October 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM Central.

Mixed-Level (beginners welcome!) at Everyday Pilates

8:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationEveryday PilatesPrior LakeThis mixed-level Pilates class welcomes beginners.

Twin Cities Walk to End Hydrocephalus

8:30 AMCommunityBuck Hill Ski & Snowboard AreaBurnsvilleA community fundraising walk at Buck Hill for the Hydrocephalus Association.

Big Apple Garage Sale

9:00 AMMarkets & FairsSplash Valley Water Park parking lotApple ValleyVisit the Big Apple Garage Sale in the Splash Valley Water Park parking lot. The community sale is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, from 9 a.m. until...

Witch Candy Box Kids Workshop at Burnsville Home Depot

9:00 AMFamily FriendlyThe Home Depot Burnsville #2809BurnsvilleWitch Candy Box Kids Workshop at Burnsville Home Depot. October 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM Central.

Mayors’ Cup Community Fundraiser at TCO Stadium

9:00 AMCommunityTCO Stadium at Viking LakesEaganThe Mayors’ Cup brings community teams, local business leaders, elected officials and mayors together at TCO Stadium for competition and fundraising.

Lakeville Farmers Market

9:00 AMMarkets & FairsLakeville Area Arts CenterLakevilleLakeville Farmers Market. October 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM Central.

Beans & Books at Shakopee Brewhall

9:00 AMArts & CultureShakopee BrewhallShakopeeDiscuss James by Percival Everett at Beans & Books on October 3 from 9 to 10 a.m. Scott County Library and Shakopee Brewhall present this adult book club during the Brewhall's coffee hours. The...

Public Computer Aide at Shakopee Library

9:15 AMCommunityShakopee LibraryShakopeeGet individual help with basic computer skills at Shakopee Library during this scheduled Public Computer Aide session. Volunteers work one-to-one with library customers, offering assistance with...

Harley Riders of Minnesota Fall Ride to Lanesboro

10:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationTwin Cities Harley-DavidsonLakevilleA scenic fall motorcycle day ride from Lakeville to Lanesboro, all bikes welcome.

Coat and Boot Event at Style Encore Eagan

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsFreeStyle Encore EaganEaganStyle Encore Eagan releases a selection of fall and winter clothing during its October 3–4 Coat and Boot Event.

Mixed-Level (beginners welcome!) at Everyday Pilates

10:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationEveryday PilatesPrior LakeThis mixed-level Pilates class welcomes beginners.

Waggin’ Tales with Luna at Prior Lake Library

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyPrior Lake LibraryPrior LakePractice reading aloud to Luna, a certified therapy dog, at Prior Lake Library.

Grocery Giveaway at Grace Church

11:00 AMCommunityFreeGrace ChurchInver Grove HeightsFree groceries for anyone who needs them, with volunteer shifts too.

Shakopee Food Truck Festival & Shak-O-Lantern

11:00 AMFood & DrinkThe Landing – Minnesota River Heritage ParkShakopeeThe Shakopee Food Truck Festival brings more than 30 food trucks to The Landing on October 3, with savory meals, sweet treats, domestic beer for purchase, and local vendors. The music schedule...

Stories and a Song at Shakopee Library

11:00 AMFamily FriendlyShakopee LibraryShakopeeVisit the children's area of Shakopee Library for a short Saturday storytime. The 15-to 20-minute drop-in gathering includes two stories and a song or activity. Families are encouraged to arrive...

Saturday Bingo at Drkula’s 32 Bowl

12:00 PMCommunityDrkula’s 32 BowlInver Grove HeightsSaturday Bingo at Drkula’s 32 Bowl takes place at the bowling center on Cahill Avenue in Inver Grove Heights

New Spaces Fall Remodelers Showcase #R21

12:00 PMCommunityNew Spaces Showcase Home #R21LakevilleTour New Spaces' Lakeville showcase home on October 3, 2026, noon–6 p.m.

Tricks and Treats at Valleyfair

12:00 PMSeasonal & HolidayValleyfairShakopeeCelebrate Halloween at Valleyfair's Tricks and Treats on October 3. The family-friendly event includes seasonal activities, live entertainment, a costume contest, sweet treats, specialty snacks,...

Vault Clinic at Lake Point Gymnastics

12:15 PMOutdoor & RecreationLake Point Gymnastics + Sports CenterLakevilleVault Clinic at Lake Point Gymnastics. October 3, 2026 at 12:15 PM Central. $45.

Pokémon Play & Trade Day at World of Games

1:00 PMCommunityWorld of Games 2.0LakevilleTrade cards, learn to play and make friends at a monthly Pokémon trade day.

Pumpkin Party at Rose Yarn Co.

1:00 PMArts & CultureRose Yarn Co.LakevillePumpkin Party at Rose Yarn Co. October 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM Central. $35.

Brews for Barks: Backyard Celebration

1:00 PMCommunityFreeSpot’s Last Stop Canine RescuePrior LakeSpot’s Last Stop Canine Rescue celebrates the first anniversary of its rescue center with a backyard gathering featuring adoptable dogs, local breweries, food trucks and vendors.

Kids Yoga at We Rock the Spectrum

1:30 PMFamily FriendlyWe Rock The Spectrum - EaganEaganAn hour of kid-friendly yoga for ages 6 to 9 at We Rock the Spectrum.

Rocktober Fest

2:00 PMLive MusicBaldman BrewingEaganLive music from Rival 5 and the Hype, a food truck and Baldman brews at Baldman Brewing in Eagan.

Bingo at Lucky’s 13 Pub Burnsville

2:00 PMCommunityLucky’s 13 Pub BurnsvilleBurnsvilleBingo at Lucky’s 13 Pub Burnsville. October 3, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central.

Bucktoberfest Fall Festival and Car Show

2:00 PMSeasonal & HolidayBuck Hill resort villageBurnsvilleBucktoberfest Fall Festival and Car Show. October 3, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central.

11th Annual Oktoberfest at Mississippi Pub

3:00 PMSeasonal & HolidayFreeMississippi PubInver Grove HeightsMississippi Pub’s 11th Annual Oktoberfest brings a seasonal celebration to its riverfront Inver Grove Heights location

Sound Bath & Guided Meditation at Pure Serenity

4:00 PMCommunityPure Serenity Wellness CenterHastingsLocal practitioners Tim and JoAnn lead a session combining guided breath work and sound-bath meditation. The organizer describes instruments including...

Acoustics on the Patio at Jersey’s Bar & Grill

5:00 PMLive MusicJersey’s Bar & GrillInver Grove HeightsAn afternoon-to-evening acoustic music session takes place on the patio at Jersey’s Bar & Grill in Inver Grove Heights

ValleyScare at Valleyfair

5:30 PMSeasonal & HolidayValleyfairShakopeeValleyScare brings after-dark Halloween entertainment to Valleyfair on October 3. Visitors can experience haunted mazes, eerie entertainment, and rides after dark at the Shakopee amusement park....

Vinnie Rose at Brianno's Chart House

6:00 PMLive MusicBrianno's Chart HouseLakevilleVinnie Rose at Brianno's Chart House. October 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM Central.

Cosmic Night at Big Air

7:00 PMFamily FriendlyBig Air BurnsvilleBurnsvilleGlow-in-the-dark trampoline nights with music every Friday and Saturday.

Bowl N' Beats Saturday Nights

10:00 PMCommunityBogart's Entertainment CenterApple ValleyGlow-lit bowling with a live DJ taking requests every Saturday night.