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Things to do in Minnesota this week: a trunk show at The Marquette, Panda Fest, the SPAM Museum’s 10th anniversary celebration, and more

Style Session

What: M.M.LaFleur Minneapolis Trunk Show
When: July 29, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Aug. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: The Marquette Hotel, Universe Room, 50th Floor, Minneapolis

Refresh your professional wardrobe at the M.M.LaFleur Trunk Show at The Marquette Hotel. Enjoy one-on-one styling appointments with expert stylists, shop the latest collections, and discover polished pieces designed to elevate your workwear. Walk-ins are welcome, though appointments are encouraged.

Panda Fest Returns

What: Panda Fest
When: July 31-Aug. 1
Where: Mall of America, North Lot, Bloomington

One of the nation’s largest Asian food and culture festivals comes back to the Mall of America July 31-Aug. 2 with more than 300 Asian street food vendors, artisan markets, live performances, and family-friendly activities celebrating the rich flavors and traditions of Asia.

Panda Fest

A Decade of SPAM

What: SPAM Museum’s 10th Anniversary
When: July 31-Aug. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: SPAM Museum, 101 Third Ave. NE, Austin

Celebrate the SPAM Museum’s 10th anniversary in downtown Austin with family-friendly activities, photo opportunities, interactive exhibits, and complimentary SPAM pizza from Steve’s Pizza on Friday (11 a.m.-1 p.m.) while supplies last.

SPAM Museum

Food Truck Frenzy

What: MPLS Food Truck Festival
When: Aug. 1, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: Father Hennepin Bluff Park, 420 Main St. SE, Minneapolis

More than 40 food trucks, live music, craft beverages, games, shopping, and family-friendly fun take over Father Hennepin Bluff Park on Aug. 1 for the annual MPLS Food Truck Festival. The free, dog-friendly event also supports Feed My Starving Children, with every water and bar purchase helping provide meals for children in need.

MPLS Food Truck Festival

Jazz After Hours

What: Twin Cities Jazz Festival Pop-up
When: Aug. 2, 7 p.m.
Where: The Lexington, 1096 Grand Ave., St. Paul

Keep the Twin Cities Jazz Fest spirit alive Aug. 2 as vocalist Debbie Briggs brings her vintage jazz stylings to The Lexington in St. Paul. The intimate pop-up performance features timeless standards, fresh interpretations, and an evening of live music in one of the city’s most iconic venues.

Debbie Briggs

Courtesy Twin Cities Jazz Festival