Take a free, self-guided tour of scarecrow displays outside local Waconia businesses. Visitors can vote for their favorite scarecrow by turning in their ballot at a participating location.
Who killed Edwin Drood? The comedic retelling of Charles Dickens’ unfinished novel takes the stage for the last time this week, calling on audience members to decide the story’s ending.
Twin Cities Horror Festival
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Scares on Stage
What: Twin Cities Horror Festival Where: The Crane Theater, 2303 Kennedy St. N.E. Unit 120, Minneapolis When: Oct. 20-30
The Twin Cities Horror Festival is the longest-running horror theatre festival in the country, with 100 percent of proceeds going directly to performers and creators. Choose from nine different spooky performances that feature everything from standup to puppetry.
For the Kiddos
What: Symphonic Chills and Thrills Where: Minnesota Orchestra, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis When: Oct. 26-27, various times
Sit back and listen to the Minnesota Orchestra’s spooky, thrilling sounds made especially for kids of all ages.
William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is a whirlwind of magic, mischief, and love.The Minnesota Ballet will perform this whimsical and comedic play through graceful dance.
Art for All
What: Dassel Art Tour Where: Dassel History Center When: Oct. 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Featuring more than 28 local artists, the Dassel Art Tour emphasizes supporting public arts and connections between patrons and the artists.
Día de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday that honors and celebrates the lives of those who have passed. Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of this tradition with dancers and performers, a mariachi band, and food trucks.
Fall Bar Crawl
What: Pine City .320k Run-Walk-Crawl Where: The Village Bar & Grill, 242 3rd Ave. Southeast, Pine City When: Oct. 29, 11 a.m.
For athletes that prefer running to the nearest bar instead of a marathon, Pine City has the hook-up. Plus, get into the Halloween spirit by participating in the costume contest.
