Friday, Oct. 2

This weekend in Shakopee

7 things to do in Shakopee, today through Thursday, Oct. 8 · Updated yesterday

TodayFri, Oct. 2

62°sunny
7p.m.

ValleyScare at Valleyfair

Valleyfair · $49.99–$89Valleyfair after dark: five haunted mazes, scare zones, live shows and coasters in the dark, Friday and Saturday nights through October 31. Separately ticketed, from $49.99 online. Not for young kids.

TomorrowSat, Oct. 3

65°chance of showers
9a.m.

Minnesota Renaissance Festival 2026

Minnesota Renaissance Festival · $19.95–$29.95Last weekend of the Renaissance Festival: Festival Friday on Oct. 2 with discount gate prices, then Oktoberfest on Saturday and Sunday with Bavarian music, hearty fare and a pretzel jewelry contest. Gates open 9 to 7 in Shakopee; the season ends Sunday, Oct. 4.
10a.m.

Shakopee Home Show

Canterbury Park · FreeUp to 150 home, lawn and garden pros under one roof at Canterbury Park. Free admission and parking.
10a.m.

Shaktoberfest 2026 at Badger Hill Brewing

Badger Hill BrewingBadger Hill's Oktoberfest: pretzels and brats, stein holding, pumpkin painting for kids and two live bands.
11a.m.

Shakopee Fall Food Truck Festival

The LandingMore than 30 food trucks, live music through the day and a 2 to 4 p.m. trunk-or-treat for the kids at The Landing in Shakopee. Free parking, beer on site.
noon

Tricks and Treats at Valleyfair

Valleyfair · $37.99Valleyfair by day for the kids: trick-or-treat trails, character meet and greets, kid shows and Halloween midway games, Saturdays and Sundays through November 1. Included with park admission.
Next week

MondayOct. 5

64°sunny
5p.m.

Shakopee Fire Department Open House

Shakopee Fire Station 2 · FreeShakopee's firefighters open Station 2 on Vierling Drive for an evening of games, food and live demonstrations. Free for the whole family.