9/5/2024 -- Weekend Events Preview

TWIN CITIES WEEKEND PREVIEW — KEEPING YOU BUSY ✔

Today is September 5th

Here is what’s happening in the Twin Cities this weekend.

Food

Minneapolis Greek Fest: The Minneapolis Taste of Greece Festival is a three-day event featuring authentic Greek food, live music, and cultural events, hosted by St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church in South Minneapolis. View the full food menu here and the full event schedule here. Admission is free.

New Wine Bar In North Loop: The Barcelona Wine Bar opened on 508 Washington in North Loop this past week. Read the full profile on the new restaurant in the Mpls St.Paul Mag.

Anticipated Fall Openings: A number of new restaurants are set to jump on the food scene this fall. Make sure you’re up-to-date with the most anticipated openings here.

Field Fest @ The Arboretum 🍅

I had the chance to visit the University of Minnesota Arboretum for the first time this past week and was so blown away with how beautiful it is. While I was there, I learned about their annual Field Fest taking place this weekend — an incredibly family friendly event that is free for kids 15 and under. This is not a sponsored post, I just loved my visit so much that I had to plug this.

Field Fest at the Arb — What To Expect

- Harvest activities: Hands-on harvesting of sugar beets, corn, and potatoes

- Beer garden and food trucks 

- Live entertainment and activities for all ages

- Take home your harvest and learn more about Minnesota agriculture

When: September 7 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Where: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN 55318

Admission: Free for members and children 15 and younger. $20 for non-members and attendees 16 and older (in advance)

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Free Art @ The Walker: Keith Haring Exhibit

Celebrate the final weekend of the Keith Haring exhibition at the Walker Art Center. The evening includes extended gallery hours, free admission, and fun activities for all.

What to Expect

- Free admission to the exhibition from 5–9 PM

- Skyline Mini Golf during sunset

- Late-night shopping at the Walker Shop

- Artmaking activities 

- Cash bar available

About the Exhibition: This exhibition showcases over 100 works by Keith Haring, known for his dynamic line work and iconic characters, with a focus on making art accessible to everyone.

When: September 6 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Where: Walker Art Center 

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Music 🎙

❯ 400 Fest | Over 10 bands in this all day event | Day Block Brewery | 9/7 | $15+ | More Info

❯ Xpedition: A tribute to Kansas, Foreigner, Styx, and Journey | Chanhassen Theater | 9/6,7 | $44 | More Info

❯ Riot Ten : The Feral Tour |The Fillmore | 9/6 | $45+ | More Info

❯ ARTMS: 2024 ARTMS World Tour - Moonshot | Uptown Theater | 9/8 | More Info

❯ The New Standards: Loved local legends | Dakota Jazz Club | 9/6 | $40+ |More Info

❯ Morgan St. Jean : First Avenue |9/8 | $15+ | More Info

❯ Barefoot and Sunshine | Gambit Brewing | 9/7 | Free | More Info

Sports 🏈

🏈 MN Gopher Football  v. Rhode Island Rams | Huntington Bank Stadium | 9/7 | $9+ | More Info 

🏈 The Minnesota Vikings open up their NFL season this weekend on the road against the New York Giants. Catch the game on Fox at noon.

⚾ St. Paul Saints v. Iowa Cubs | CHS Field | 9/6,7,8 | $11  | More Info

Miscellaneous…Something for Everyone

❯ Running of the Meatballs and Taco Daze  | 9/7 | Free event, meatballs extra | More Info

❯ Northeast Vintage Block Party | Dozens of vintage sellers & artists join forces at the inaugural Northeast Vintage Block Party | 9/7 | Free | More Info

❯ Burnsville Festival Fire Muster: Burnsville’s Community Celebration | Burnsville venues and parks |  9/6,7 | $ Free | More Info

❯ Greenway Glow Bike Ride and Art Fest: The Greenway Glow Bike Ride & Arts Festival features dozens of local artists, set up along the 5 mile bike trail. Bike, walk, or roll along the Greenway to experience live music, art installations, live theater and dance, and more. | |Midtown Greenway | 9/7 | Free | More Info

❯ St. Louis Park Art Fair: The 6th Annual St. Louis Park Art Fair | Celebrate community and shop local artist and maker booths, enjoying a variety of events and activities for the whole family | St. Louis Park Rec Center | Free | More Info

❯ American Pottery Festival | Northern Clay Center |9/6,7,8 | Ticket options vary starting at $25  | More Info

❯ Happy Days Festival | Near Ramsey Community Center | 9/7 | Free and some with fee | More Info

❯ Edina Fall into the Arts Festival | Centennial Lakes Park | 9/7,8 | Free | More Info

❯ Festival de la Monarka: The Festival celebrates the monarch butterfly’s amazing 2,300 mile migration from Minnesota to Mexico with music, food, dance, hands-on art, native plant sales and plenty of opportunities to get up close with monarch butterflies | Lake Nokomis | 9/7 | Free | More Info

❯ First Annual Doobie Dabbler: Come see one of the best corn mazes in the country, the Giant Slide, All-Star Wrestling Ring, MotoCross, Can Can Wonderland Mini Golf, burlesque shows and so much more. Experience THC tastings, cannabis education, and both local and national cannabis brands to engage with. | Shakopee | $25+ | More Info

❯ City of Lakes Half Marathon: The event is sold out but come to watch runners along the beautify Lake Harriet and Bde Maka Ska | 9/8 | FREE | More Info

Planning Ahead! Events coming up the next few weeks 📆

Here are some notable events to keep your eye on and add to your calendar.

❯ Legacy Cup: Minnesota’s Largest Cannabis Festival | 9/14 | Surly Brewing | More Info

❯ Minnesota Vikings Home Opener vs 49ers | 9/15 | US Bank Stadium | More Info

❯ Amazing Thailand Street Festival | 9/21 | Uptown | More Info

❯ Final Twins Regular Season Home Series vs Baltimore Orioles | 9/27 - 9/29 | Target Field | More Info