Kids & Family
Events for Sat, October 3, 2026
Minnesota Renaissance Festival 2026
Last 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.
Sever’s Fall Festival
The long-running Shakopee fall festival, open weekends through Nov. 1 with more than 30 attractions, live entertainment and seasonal food.
Fall on the Farm at Queen Bee'z Lawn and Garden
Queen Bee'z turns the garden center into a family fall day: food trucks, animal feeding, pumpkins and mums. $10 per person for a one hour slot, sign up online.
Shakopee Fall Food Truck Festival
More 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.
Tricks and Treats at Valleyfair
Valleyfair 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.
Brews for Barks: Backyard Celebration at Spot’s Last Stop
Free backyard party at Spot's Last Stop with adoptable dogs, local breweries, food trucks, vendors, raffles and a silent auction. Brewery sampler packs and a bags tournament are sold ahead.
Oktoberfest Celebration at Holy Cross Lutheran Church
A fall afternoon Oktoberfest at Holy Cross Lutheran in Prior Lake: brass band music, brats, sauerkraut, drinks and games for all ages.
MOOOVie Night at WEE Farm
An outdoor fall movie night at WEE Farm. Bring a blanket; popcorn, drinks and snacks are for sale.
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