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Open Skating & Hockey at Burnsville Ice Center

9:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationBurnsville Ice CenterBurnsville9–10:30am Adult Open Hockey · 12–1:30pm Public Skating

9th Annual Woo Woo Pawlooza

10:30 AMOutdoor & RecreationFreeLakefront ParkPrior LakeHike with huskies, bid in a silent auction and support Adopt a Husky Minnesota.

Coat and Boot Event at Style Encore Eagan

12:00 PMMarkets & FairsFreeStyle Encore EaganEaganStyle Encore Eagan releases a selection of fall and winter clothing during its October 3–4 Coat and Boot Event.

Compass Rose Brass Ensemble at Hastings Arts Center

2:00 PMLive MusicHastings Arts CenterHastingsCompass Rose Brass Ensemble opens the Hastings Arts Center’s twelfth concert season with an afternoon performance featuring ten Twin Cities brass musicians....

Purple & Gold Game Day at Bogart’s

2:35 PMCommunityBogart’s Entertainment CenterApple ValleyWatch Minnesota football with other fans at Bogart’s Entertainment Center. The venue advertises game-day food and drink specials, giveaways, free raffles...

Initials Game Live at Bogart's

6:00 PMCommunityFreeBogart's Entertainment CenterApple ValleyA fast-paced Sunday game night of guessing answers from their initials.

Sunday Trivia at Casper's Cherokee

7:00 PMCommunityFreeCasper's Cherokee of EaganEaganFree Sunday trivia with $50 cash for first place and a trophy for last.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Constructed at Dreamers Vault Games

8:00 PMCommunityDreamers Vault GamesBurnsvilleBring your deck for constructed Yu-Gi-Oh! play at Dreamers Vault Games.

Tomorrow

Open Skating & Hockey at Burnsville Ice Center

6:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationBurnsville Ice CenterBurnsville6–9am Developmental Hockey Ice · 11am–12:30pm Public Skating · 11am–12:30pm Stick and Puck

Medicare Made Simple Open House at Herself Health Eagan

10:00 AMCommunityFreeHerself Health EaganEaganHerself Health’s Eagan clinic hosts a Medicare Made Simple open house on Monday, October 5, from 10 a.m.

Pleasant Hill Book Group at Pleasant Hill Library

1:30 PMArts & CulturePleasant Hill LibraryHastingsAdult readers are invited to discuss James by Percival Everett with other community members. New participants are welcome. The afternoon session meets in...

Ribbon Cutting Celebration: Farmington Health Services Trinity Campus

2:00 PMCommunityFreeFarmington Health Services Trinity Campus / Trinity TerraceFarmingtonCommunity ribbon cutting and refreshments celebrating Trinity Terrace’s improved parking lot.

Teen Space at Galaxie Library

3:30 PMFamily FriendlyWestern Service Center, Room 106Apple ValleyYoung people ages twelve through eighteen can spend time with friends, relax, color, do homework or play games at Teen Space. Board games and Nintendo...

Blue Cross Blue Shield Workshop at Haven Financial Group

5:00 PMCommunityFreeHaven Financial GroupBurnsvilleBlue Cross Blue Shield Workshop at Haven Financial Group. October 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM Central.

Ask a Sewing Mentor at Wescott Library

5:30 PMArts & CultureWescott LibraryEaganAsk a Sewing Mentor takes place at Wescott Library in Eagan on October 5, 2026, starting at 5:30 pm.

Dinner & Dancing with Beasley's Big Band at Brianno's

6:00 PMLive MusicFreeBrianno's Chart HouseLakevilleSwing dancing to a live big band at Brianno's, with a free lesson and no cover.

Fall Community Fest

6:00 PMCommunityFreePrior Lake High SchoolPrior LakeA community expo of Prior Lake area businesses, organizations and programs, with exhibitor booths and local leaders.

Monday Night Hootenanny at Badger Hill

6:00 PMLive MusicBadger Hill BrewingShakopeeWeekly Monday open jam hosted by Roy Holdren and Janet Wirth at Badger Hill.

Get Hooked on Crocheting

6:00 PMArts & CultureCommunity Education (Meadowview)FarmingtonA two-session introduction to crochet for ages 16 and older.

No Shelf Control Book Club at Wescott Library

6:00 PMArts & CultureWescott LibraryEaganDiscuss What Moves the Dead by T.

Ask a Sewing Mentor at Wescott Library

6:15 PMArts & CultureWescott LibraryEaganAsk a Sewing Mentor takes place at Wescott Library in Eagan on October 5, 2026, starting at 6:15 pm.

Bingo and Meat Raffle at Trove Brewing

6:30 PMCommunityTrove BrewingBurnsvilleBingo and Meat Raffle at Trove Brewing. October 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM Central.

Adult Basketball Night at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonCommunity pickup basketball for adult men and women.

Adult Skate Night at Skateville

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationSkatevilleBurnsvilleAdult Skate Night at Skateville. October 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM Central.

Tuesday, October 6

Open Skating & Hockey at Burnsville Ice Center

6:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationBurnsville Ice CenterBurnsville6–9am Developmental Hockey Ice · 9–10:30am Adult Public Skating · 11am–12:30pm Public Skating · 11am–12:30pm Stick and Puck

The Noon Hour Prayer Meeting at Hosanna

12:00 PMCommunityHosanna ChurchLakevilleA weekly midday prayer meeting at Hosanna Church in Lakeville.

Incredible Infants Drop-In

1:00 PMFamily FriendlyFreeTilden Community CenterHastingsA free drop-in class for new parents and babies up to 3 months old.

Triple Play Tuesdays at Grand Slam

4:00 PMFamily FriendlyGrand Slam SportsBurnsvilleUnlimited laser tag, mini golf and Krazy Kars for $12.95 on Tuesdays.

United Health Care Workshop at Haven Financial Group

5:00 PMCommunityFreeHaven Financial GroupBurnsvilleUnited Health Care Workshop at Haven Financial Group. October 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM Central.

Beer Run Club Tuesdays at Boathouse Brothers

6:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationFreeBoathouse Brothers Brewing Co.Prior LakeA free Tuesday 2-mile run through downtown Prior Lake that ends with a free pint.

Zumba at Meadowview Elementary in Farmington

6:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationMeadowview ElementaryFarmingtonZumba dance fitness with Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow movements.

Fire Prevention Week Open House at Station 1

6:00 PMFamily FriendlyApple Valley Fire Station 1Apple ValleyMeet Apple Valley firefighters and learn about fire safety at a family-friendly station open house. Visitors can explore fire apparatus, watch safety...

Gundam TCG Weekly at Dreamers Vault Games

6:30 PMCommunityDreamers Vault GamesBurnsvilleWeekly Gundam Card Game play at Dreamers Vault Games.

Bingo at Lucky’s 13 Pub Burnsville

7:00 PMCommunityLucky’s 13 Pub BurnsvilleBurnsvilleBingo at Lucky’s 13 Pub Burnsville. October 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM Central.

Wednesday, October 7

Open Skating & Hockey at Burnsville Ice Center

6:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationBurnsville Ice CenterBurnsville6–9am Developmental Hockey Ice · 11am–12:30pm Public Skating · 11am–12:30pm Stick and Puck

Eagan Fall Market Fest with Free Ranger

4:00 PMMarkets & FairsGoat Hill ParkEaganThe final October date of Eagan Fall Market Fest brings local produce and goods to Goat Hill Park on October 7 from 4 to 7 p.m.

3D Modeling and Slicing Mentor at Galaxie Library

5:00 PMArts & CultureGalaxie Library iLABApple ValleyAdults and young people ages sixteen and older can reserve an individual appointment with a volunteer iLAB mentor for help with 3D modeling and slicing...

Fire Prevention Week Open House at Station 2

6:00 PMFamily FriendlyApple Valley Fire Station 2Apple ValleyMeet Apple Valley firefighters and learn about fire safety at a family-friendly station open house. Visitors can explore fire apparatus, watch safety...

Common Ground Bible Study at Vendella

6:45 PMCommunityVendella Euro Boutique & Coffee HausEaganCommon Ground Bible Study meets at Vendella Euro Boutique & Coffee Haus on Wednesday, October 7, from 6:45 to 8:15 p.m.

Trivia with Sporcle at Mana Brewing

7:00 PMCommunityFreeMana Brewing CoShakopeeFree Sporcle pub trivia every Wednesday at 7 and 8 PM at Mana Brewing.

Adult Basketball Night at Levi Dodge Middle School in Farmington

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLevi Dodge Middle SchoolFarmingtonCommunity pickup basketball for adult men and women.

Wednesday Adult Skate Night at Skateville

8:00 PMCommunitySkatevilleBurnsvilleAn 18-and-over roller skate night with a DJ taking your requests.

Thursday, October 8

Open Skating & Hockey at Burnsville Ice Center

6:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationBurnsville Ice CenterBurnsville6–9am Developmental Hockey Ice · 8:30–10am Adult Open Hockey · 11am–12:30pm Public Skating · 11am–12:30pm Stick and Puck

Friends of Wescott Library Book Sale

9:00 AMMarkets & FairsWescott LibraryEaganFriends of Wescott Library Book Sale takes place at Wescott Library in Eagan on October 8, 2026, starting at 9:00 am.

Basic Bike Maintenance Clinic

5:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationLakeville Parks & Recreation clinic siteLakevilleLearn to clean your bike, lube the chain and fix a flat in one hour.

Community Plate Free Meal at Shepherd of the Lake

5:00 PMCommunityFreeShepherd of the Lake Lutheran ChurchPrior LakeA free community meal, sit-down or grab-and-go, twice a month at Shepherd of the Lake.

Medica Workshop at Haven Financial Group

5:00 PMCommunityFreeHaven Financial GroupBurnsvilleMedica Workshop at Haven Financial Group. October 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM Central.

Hope Night: Haiti Empowered Dinner and Fundraiser

5:00 PMCommunityEagan Community CenterEaganHaiti Empowered hosts Hope Night at Eagan Community Center on October 8 from 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Burnsville Fire Department Open House

5:30 PMFamily FriendlyFreeBurnsville Fire Station 1BurnsvilleBurnsville Fire Department Open House. October 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM Central.

Huddle for Hope: Dakota Woodlands Fundraiser

5:30 PMCommunityFreeCLA Connection Center at Viking LakesEaganDakota Woodlands marks 45 years of service at Huddle for Hope, a community fundraiser supporting families experiencing homelessness.

Hastings AAUW Oktoberfest

5:30 PMFood & DrinkHastings Golf ClubHastingsHastings AAUW hosts its annual Oktoberfest fundraiser for scholarships for girls at Hastings High School. Registration includes appetizers paired with three...

Fire Prevention Week Open House at Station 3

6:00 PMFamily FriendlyApple Valley Fire Station 3Apple ValleyMeet Apple Valley firefighters and learn about fire safety at a family-friendly station open house. Visitors can explore fire apparatus, watch safety...

Live Music with Brad Marx at Missi’s

6:00 PMLive MusicMissi’s Sip & Savor at The Confluence HotelHastingsBrad Marx performs during Missi’s Thursday evening live-music series inside the restaurant at The Confluence Hotel. The organizer lists the performance from...

Element Burnsville Fall Thursday Golf League

7:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationElement Indoor Golf BurnsvilleBurnsvilleElement Burnsville Fall Thursday Golf League. October 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM Central.

Friday, October 9

Open Skating & Hockey at Burnsville Ice Center

8:15 AMOutdoor & RecreationBurnsville Ice CenterBurnsville8:15–9:15am Developmental Hockey Ice · 9–10:30am Adult Public Skating · 11am–12:30pm Public Skating · 11am–12:30pm Stick and Puck

Babysitter Training at Tiger Legacy and Learning Center in Farmington

9:00 AMCommunityTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonHands-on babysitting basics, child care, safety, first aid and emergency response. Bring lunch, a water bottle and snacks.

Fall Leaf Pinch Pots with Kidcreate Studio

9:00 AMArts & CultureTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonMake fall-themed clay pinch pots decorated with beads and sequins. Bring a nut-free snack and drink.

Friends of Wescott Library Book Sale

9:00 AMMarkets & FairsWescott LibraryEaganFriends of Wescott Library Book Sale takes place at Wescott Library in Eagan on October 9, 2026, starting at 9:00 am.

Game Day at Pleasant Hill Library

2:00 PMFamily FriendlyPleasant Hill LibraryHastingsSpend an afternoon playing board games, oversized games and active games in the library’s Large Meeting Room. The program welcomes children ages four and...

Community Story Trail at Thomas Lake Park

4:30 PMFamily FriendlyThomas Lake ParkEaganEagan Parks & Recreation and Dakota County Library bring a story trail to Thomas Lake Park on October 9 from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Family Fun Night at Hastings YMCA

5:00 PMFamily FriendlyFreeHastings YMCAHastingsMembers and nonmembers are invited to a free, drop-in evening for families with children of all ages. The Hastings YMCA brings out a bounce house, scooters,...

GB Leighton at Bogart’s

6:00 PMLive MusicBogart’s Entertainment CenterApple ValleyGB Leighton returns to Bogart’s Entertainment Center for an evening of live music. Led by songwriter and performer Brian Leighton, the band has spent nearly...

Daniel Switch at Buck Hill

6:00 PMLive MusicFreeBuck Hill / Buck 54BurnsvilleDaniel Switch at Buck Hill. October 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM Central.

Bruce Burniece at Barley + Vine

7:00 PMLive MusicBarley + VineLakevilleRequest your favorite song from Bruce Burniece's 1,100-hit set list at Barley + Vine.

RHS Theatre Presents Clue

7:00 PMArts & CultureRosemount High School Performing Arts CenterRosemountRosemount High School Theatre stages Clue, the farce-meets-murder-mystery based on the Jonathan Lynn screenplay.

Floydian Slip

8:00 PMLive MusicAmes CenterBurnsvilleFabulous Armadillos Pink Floyd tribute with music and theatrics.

Saturday, October 10

October Caturdays at Chuck & Don’s Hastings

All dayFamily FriendlyChuck & Don’s HastingsHastingsChuck & Don’s celebrates cats during its all-store October Caturdays weekend. The in-store activities include cat-product samples and a cat-trivia...

Buckthorn Bust Round Two

8:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationFreeSunset ParkApple ValleyHelp clear invasive buckthorn from Sunset Park. The city supplies the tools.

Burnsville Saturday Farmers Market

8:00 AMMarkets & FairsDiamondhead Education Center parking lotBurnsvilleBurnsville Saturday Farmers Market. October 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM Central.

Friends of Wescott Library Book Sale

9:00 AMMarkets & FairsWescott LibraryEaganFriends of Wescott Library Book Sale takes place at Wescott Library in Eagan on October 10, 2026, starting at 9:00 am.

Waggin’ Tales at Pleasant Hill Library

9:30 AMFamily FriendlyPleasant Hill LibraryHastingsChildren ages five through ten can practice reading aloud to trained therapy dogs in a supportive setting. The activity takes place in the Children’s Area...

Great Train Show

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsCanterbury ParkShakopeeTwo days of model railroad layouts, vendors and a Thomas visit at Canterbury Park.

Mercedes-Benz Club Sommerfahren Countryside Drive

10:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationKwik TripRosemountA Mercedes-Benz club drive from Rosemount through southeastern Minnesota's countryside.

Saturday Morning Storytelling at Badger Hill: Jen Scott

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyFreeBadger Hill BrewingShakopeeFree all-ages storytelling with teller Jen Scott at Badger Hill Brewing.

Viking Fest Minnesota

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsDakota County FairgroundsFarmingtonCombat demos, a Viking village, feasts and five stages of entertainment at the fairgrounds.

Plantycon 2026 at Bachman’s Apple Valley

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsFreeBachman’s Apple ValleyApple ValleyBachman’s invites plant enthusiasts, collectors, artists and anyone curious about houseplants to Plantycon 2026. The event is free and open to the public at...

Puzzle & Board Game Swap at Galaxie Library

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyGalaxie Library AtriumApple ValleyBring puzzles and board games to exchange for similar items and take home something new to you. The swap welcomes people of all ages and takes place in the...

Waggin’ Tales at Wescott Library

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyWescott LibraryEaganWaggin’ Tales takes place at Wescott Library in Eagan on October 10, 2026, starting at 10:00 am.

Brews & Backroads Festival

12:00 PMLive MusicCrazy Legs Farm & PumpkinsFarmingtonCraft beer and four live bands, capped by a Garth Brooks tribute, at Crazy Legs Farm.

Creepy Crawly Creatures Camp

1:00 PMFamily FriendlyCommunity Education (Meadowview)FarmingtonLearn about insects and other often-unwanted animals that benefit nature, including outdoor observation when weather allows and citizen-science activities.

Bingo at Lucky’s 13 Pub Burnsville

2:00 PMCommunityLucky’s 13 Pub BurnsvilleBurnsvilleBingo at Lucky’s 13 Pub Burnsville. October 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central.

Ask a Sewing Mentor at Pleasant Hill Library

2:00 PMArts & CulturePleasant Hill LibraryHastingsBook a half-hour sewing or serger appointment with a volunteer iLAB mentor. Four Saturday slots are offered from 2 to 4 p.m.

Next Stop Comedy at Trove Brewing

7:30 PMArts & CultureTrove BrewingBurnsvilleTouring stand-up comics take over Trove Brewing for a night of laughs.

That Arena Rock Show

7:30 PMLive MusicAmes CenterBurnsvilleHigh-energy tribute to 1970s and 1980s classic arena rock.

Sunday, October 11

October Caturdays at Chuck & Don’s Hastings

All dayFamily FriendlyChuck & Don’s HastingsHastingsChuck & Don’s celebrates cats during its all-store October Caturdays weekend. The in-store activities include cat-product samples and a cat-trivia...

Open Skating & Hockey at Burnsville Ice Center

9:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationBurnsville Ice CenterBurnsville9–10:30am Adult Open Hockey · 12–1:30pm Public Skating

Meet Us at the Pumpkin Patch Craft & Gift Pop-Up

10:00 AMMarkets & FairsFreeShakopee American LegionShakopee7th annual craft and gift pop-up with booth trick-or-treating for kids in costume.

Sunday Stroll at WEE Farm

10:00 AMFamily FriendlyWEE FarmSavageMeet horses, goats, pigs and a donkey on a guided Sunday stroll at WEE Farm.

Historic Hastings Car Show

11:00 AMMarkets & FairsFreeDowntown 2nd StreetHastingsClassic cars and trucks from 1985 and older line 2nd Street in downtown Hastings.

Purple & Gold Game Day at Bogart’s

11:30 AMCommunityBogart’s Entertainment CenterApple ValleyWatch Minnesota football with other fans at Bogart’s Entertainment Center. The venue advertises game-day food and drink specials, giveaways, free raffles...

Lakeville Food Truck Train

12:00 PMFood & DrinkFleet Farm LakevilleLakevilleA lineup of pop-up food trucks takes over the Fleet Farm lot in Lakeville.

Sunday Stroll at WEE Farm

1:00 PMFamily FriendlyWEE FarmSavageMeet horses, goats, pigs and a donkey on a guided Sunday stroll at WEE Farm.

Friends of Wescott Library Book Sale: Bag Sale

1:00 PMMarkets & FairsWescott LibraryEaganFriends of Wescott Library Book Sale: Bag Sale takes place at Wescott Library in Eagan on October 11, 2026, starting at 1:00 pm.

Elton & Billy Symphony Songs

7:00 PMLive MusicAmes CenterBurnsvilleMick Sterling and the Dakota Valley Symphony present Elton John and Billy Joel songs.

Monday, October 12

Open Skating & Hockey at Burnsville Ice Center

6:00 AMOutdoor & RecreationBurnsville Ice CenterBurnsville6–9am Developmental Hockey Ice · 11am–12:30pm Public Skating · 11am–12:30pm Stick and Puck

Medicare Made Simple Open House at Herself Health Eagan

10:00 AMCommunityFreeHerself Health EaganEaganHerself Health’s Eagan clinic hosts a Medicare Made Simple open house on Monday, October 12, from 10 a.m.

Teen Space at Galaxie Library

3:30 PMFamily FriendlyWestern Service Center, Room 106Apple ValleyYoung people ages twelve through eighteen can spend time with friends, relax, color, do homework or play games at Teen Space. Board games and Nintendo...

Allina-Aetna Workshop at Haven Financial Group

5:00 PMCommunityFreeHaven Financial GroupBurnsvilleAllina-Aetna Workshop at Haven Financial Group. October 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM Central.

Fall Non-Competitive Cheer: Youth Cheer

6:00 PMOutdoor & RecreationTiger Legacy and Learning CenterFarmingtonIntroductory recreational cheer with jumps, motions, stunts, dance and tumbling. A T-shirt and bow are included.

Bingo and Meat Raffle at Trove Brewing

6:30 PMCommunityTrove BrewingBurnsvilleBingo and Meat Raffle at Trove Brewing. October 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM Central.
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