Week of Events
Deer Hunters’ Wives’ Weekend in Downtown Prior Lake
The downtown shops team up on giveaways, sips, snacks and specials for deer opener weekend, Thursday through Sunday, with Saturday the main event.
Dinosaur Adventure at Canterbury Park
Life-size dinosaurs that move and roar, plus fossil digs, dino rides and bounce houses, indoors at Canterbury Park Friday through Sunday. Kids under 2 get in free.
Monday, November 2, 2026
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November 2, 2026 -Sound Bath at Savage Library
Sound Bath at Savage Library
A free hour of singing bowls and chimes for adults at the Savage Library. Bring a mat or blanket; registration opens Oct. 12.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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November 3, 2026 -Scott County Senior Expo at Mystic Lake
Scott County Senior Expo at Mystic Lake
A free morning expo for older adults and their families, with dozens of senior services, free health screenings and hourly prizes.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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November 4, 2026 -Hope Pantry Open House
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November 4, 2026 -Silent Book Club at Rhino Wine Bar
Hope Pantry Open House
Hope Pantry turns one and opens its doors, with tours of the pantry, snacks, a photo booth and kids' activities. Bring a non-perishable food item if you can.
Silent Book Club at Rhino Wine Bar
Bring whatever you are reading and read quietly with a glass of wine at Rhino for an hour, then chat. First Wednesdays, free, no assigned book.
Thursday, November 5, 2026
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November 5, 2026 -Legends Sip & Shop
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November 5, 2026 -Current Conversations with Jen Hatmaker
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November 5, 2026 -Live at LaunchPad: Mike Bustin
Legends Sip & Shop
An autumn evening of sipping and shopping local vendors at Legends Club. Bring a donation for the Messiah Food Shelf and get in free.
Current Conversations with Jen Hatmaker
Bestselling author Jen Hatmaker opens Shepherd of the Lake's new Current Conversations speaker series with a keynote and Q&A. Doors at 6 with the Lakeside Band, and tickets are $10.
Live at LaunchPad: Mike Bustin
Minnesota singer and guitarist Mike Bustin plays a free three-hour set at LaunchPad Golf, from a 2,000-song list that runs from The Beatles to Zach Bryan. Walk-ins welcome.
Friday, November 6, 2026
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November 6, 2026 -Collective Grace Holiday Pop-Up
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November 6, 2026 -90s Trivia Night at the Shakopee Community Center
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November 6, 2026 -#IMOMSOHARD: The Crashing Out Tour
Collective Grace Holiday Pop-Up
More than 40 local makers fill the former Fong's building with handmade, vintage, home and gift finds, Wednesday through Sunday until Dec. 20.
90s Trivia Night at the Shakopee Community Center
Free 90s pop culture trivia at the Shakopee Community Center. Teams of up to four, all ages; captains register by Nov. 3.
#IMOMSOHARD: The Crashing Out Tour
Comedy duo Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley bring the Crashing Out Tour to the Mystic Showroom. Tickets from $29.
Saturday, November 7, 2026
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November 7, 2026 -Fa La La Fabulous Holiday Sip & Shop at Apricot Lane
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November 7, 2026 -Hoċokata Ṫi Fashion Show: Ṗéta, The Fire Connects Us
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November 7, 2026 -KEM
Fa La La Fabulous Holiday Sip & Shop at Apricot Lane
A holiday sip and shop with new arrivals, a free tote with a $100 purchase while supplies last and a giveaway of the shop's favorite gifts of the season.
Hoċokata Ṫi Fashion Show: Ṗéta, The Fire Connects Us
Six nationally recognized Native designers take the runway at Hoċokata Ṫi's third annual fashion show, with a market of Native-made goods before and after. Tickets are $20.
KEM
Detroit R&B star KEM brings Love Calls and Share My Life to the Mystic Showroom. Tickets from $49.
Sunday, November 8, 2026
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November 8, 2026 -Birdwatching Trek at Minnesota Valley’s Wilkie Unit
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November 8, 2026 -Family Archery at Cleary Lake
Birdwatching Trek at Minnesota Valley’s Wilkie Unit
A refuge naturalist leads an easy bird walk at the Minnesota Valley refuge's Wilkie Unit in Shakopee. No experience needed; registration required, 25 spots.
Family Archery at Cleary Lake
A beginner-friendly archery session for families at Cleary Lake, ages 8 and up. $12 a person with all equipment provided; register by Nov. 6.
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