An Evening of Star Light
What: Split Rock Lighthouse Bell Museum Star Party
When: Sept. 18, 7-10 p.m.
Where: 3713 Split Rock Lighthouse Road, Two Harbors
Enjoy an evening under the stars at one of Minnesota’s most iconic landmarks—Split Rock Lighthouse. Led by the knowledgable astronomers and historians of Bell Museum, the event promises an evening of stargazing, storytelling, and astrophotography along the stunning and serene North Shore.
Provided by Split Rock Lighthouse
Oktoberfest Antics
What: Waldmann Oktoberfest
When: Sept. 19-21
Where: Waldmann Brewery— 445 Smith Ave. N., St. Paul
Celebrate one of Germany’s oldest festivals at one of the oldest bars in Minnesota—at Waldmann Brewery’s eighth Oktoberfest. Dawn your best dirndl and lederhosen to enjoy a weekend of live music, traditional German dance, a tented biergarten, award-winning brats, and lots and lots of beer. A true fall kickoff in the heart of St. Paul.
Female Farming
What: Dame It! Women Makers Market & Fundraiser
When: Sept. 20, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 2321 Wycliff St., St. Paul
Support Minnesota’s community of female entrepreneurs at this free market event. From food to agriculture, sample innovative products rooted in sustainability, food upcycling, and ethical production as you mingle with a community of successful women who are redefining how we grow, craft, and enjoy food.
Permission to Play
What: Walker Art Center’s Avant Garden
When: Sept. 20, 5-10 p.m.
Where: 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis
Locally regarded as “Minnesota’s Met Gala,” Walker Art Center’s annual fundraising gala, Avant Garden, offers an anticipated evening of fashion, art, and creativity. Dress to the nines in your best interpretation of the night’s dress code—play. A prime opportunity to break out your craziest colors, patterns, and shapes, as you dance the night away to tunes by DJ Trixie Mattel, a drag superstar and chart-topping musician.
Old-School Romance
What: Wine, Chocolate, and Romance at Minnesota Renaissance Festival
When: Sept. 20-21
Where: 12364 Chestnut Blvd., Shakopee
Grab your better half for a weekend of old-school romance and the Minnesota Renaissance Festival. From free vow renewals and couple costume contests to gourmet chocolate and wine tastings and cupcake baking showdowns, the weekend promises to excite relationships both long-term and flourishing—and maybe even ignite some new ones.
provided by Minnesota Renaissance Festival
Run for Coffee
What: 5k Fun Run With Backstory Coffee and Wabasha Brewing
When: Sept. 21, 9-11 a.m.
Where: 432 Wabasha St. S., St. Paul
Brought to you by the MN Brewery Running Series, enjoy a coffee- or beer-fueled 5k run at Backstory Coffee Roasters and Wabasha Brewing in St. Paul. Whether you’re walking, running, or jogging, your participation makes a difference, with a portion of proceeds going toward local nonprofits. Enjoy one handcrafted beverage of your choice and access to exclusive Sunday Runday swag with your registration.
