Get Out Minnetonka: Tonka Trot and Dog Fest

The leaves are falling and the weather is practically begging you to get out this weekend. Need some ideas of things to do in and around Minnetonka? We've got some ideas.

Minnetonka

• When: Saturday, Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Where:
• Why Go: Pooches and owners are invited for a dogin’ good afternoon of treats, fun, vendors and a fashion show.
• Price: Free

• When: Saturday, Oct. 15, 7:30-11 a.m.
• Where: Minnetonka 
• Why Go: Take advantage of this glorious fall weather to get fit and support Minnetonka Schools. Following the 5k, 1.5-mile, and 10k runs, there will be food and inflatable jumpers.
• Price: $30 for the 5k and 1.5-mile runs, $35 for the 10k

 Golden Valley

• When: Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
• Where:  
• Why Go: Head over to the open house to celebrate the four decades of this community fixture.
• Price: Free

• When: Saturday, Oct. 15 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
• Where:  
• Why Go: Golden Valley's annual event allows city residents to dispose of unwanted household items such as mattresses, sofas, bicycles, appliances, tires, computers, and televisions.
• Price: Free

St. Louis Park

• When: Friday, Oct. 14 & Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. 
• Where: 
• Why Go: Maggie’s Farm Free Range Theater presents a classic suspense thriller on stage.
• Price: $10, tickets available at the door

• When: Sunday, Oct. 16 from 1 to 4 p.m.
• Where: 
• Why Go: Community members are invited to celebrate the city’s coming of age with music from the Park High Chamber Orchestra, food from Byerly’s and series of special guests.
• Price:  Free

Plymouth

• When: Saturday, Oct. 15 from 12 to 3 p.m.
• Where: Fire Station III (3300 Dunkirk Lane N)
• Why Go: The Plymouth Fire Department invites community members for an afternoon of learning about fire prevention and protection through demonstrations and hands-on activities.
• Price: Free

• When: Friday, Oct. 14 & Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m.
• Where: The Plymouth Playhouse at the .
• Why Go: The Church Basement Ladies are back at it with the new musical comedy A Mighty Fortress (Is Our Basement)
• Price: $26 - $38, Kids (6-17) are half price and Seniors (65+) are $3 off regular price

Edina

• When: Daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Where: 
• Why Go: There is still time to get your pumpkins for the fall season. Purchases support the church's youth ministry department.
• Price: Varies

Hopkins

• When: Saturday, Oct. 15 at 1 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m.
• Where:
• Why Go: The Newbery award-winning children’s novel hits the stage.
• Price: Adults $15, Seniors (60+)/Youth (4-17) $12, Youth (3-4) lap pass $5, Free lap pass for youth 2 and under

• When: Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Where: 
• Why Go: Explore the inner workings of the fire department, enjoy fire truck rides, fire-prevention tips, and live fire demonstrations.
• Price: Free

Wayzata

• When: Sunday, Oct. 16 at 3 p.m.
• Where:
• Why Go: Catch the first Wayzata Symphony Orchestra performance of the season, which will feature the Cello.
• Price: Free