Get Out Minnetonka: St. David's Fall Fest and More

Minnetonka

• When: From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday
• Where: 
• Why Go: Get up close and personal with animals and the great outdoors at the 6th Annual Fall Festival. There will also be opportunities to enjoy interactive art, music and health-boosting activities.
• Price: Free

• When: From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday
• Where: 
• Why Go: Explore the variety of hand crafted jewelry, American Doll clothing, lotions, soaps, unique food offerings, art work, photography, holiday decorations, Eastern European items and even more.
• Price: Free general admission

Golden Valley

• When: From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday
• Where: Kelly Drive & Duluth Street, Golden Valley
• Why Go: The Kelly Drive Pumpkin Growers Association is hosting its 15th annual event featuring tractor rides, pumpkin weigh-ins, face painting and a parade of pumpkins.
• Price: Free admission

• When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday
• Where: Various locations around the city
• Why Go: The day will include lilac planting, a chalk-drawing contest, presentations about chimney swifts and buckthorn, and litter pick-up at the edge of the Laurel Avenue Ponds.
• Fee: Free

• When: From 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday
• Where:
• Why Go: If you would like help setting up an email account, working on a Word document or surfing the Internet, then swing by the library where volunteers will be available to provide hands-on assistance for basic computer skills.
• Price: Free

Southwest Minneapolis

Pat's Tap

• When: Daily
• Where: 3510 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis
• Why Go: Swing by the newly opened Pat’s Tap (formerly Casey’s) for some microbrews, homemade cheese-its and vintage skee-ball.
• Price: varies

Saturday Date Night

• When:  Saturday evenings
• Where: 
• Why Go: Take your date for a great two entree, two drink, two fork for a dessert kind of deal.
• Price: $25

St. Louis Park

• When: At 8 p.m. Friday; at 3 and 8 p.m. Saturday; and at 2 p.m. Sunday
• Where: W 16th Street & Utica Avenue S, St. Louis Park
• Why Go: You still have a chance to catch the Minnesota debut of this unique equestrian show that celebrates the bond between human and horse.
• Price: $34.50 - $199.50

• When: From 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday
• Where: 
• Why Go: Buzz into the lives of honeybees to discover how honey is extracted from combs. Attendees will also take a pollination hike, make a candle and taste the sweetness of life.
• Price:  Residents $5.50, Non-residents $6.50

Hopkins

• When: From 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday
• Where: 
• Why Go: Preschool aged children are invited to explore the library and enjoy a musical adventure performance. Attendees will also receive a free book.
• Price: Free

• When: From 7 to 11 p.m. Friday
• Where: 
• Why Go: Music lovers of all ages will enjoy performances from three bands; The Bucket Shack Travelers, Gino N' Jason, and David Booth - After the Rapture.
• Price: $5

Lake Minnetonka

• When: From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday
• Where: Gale Woods Farm (7210 County Road 101 Ext, Minnetrista)
• Why Go: Meander over to the farm to meet the animals, help the farmer with seasonal chores and other fun farm activities.
• Price: $4

• When: From 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday
• Where: 
• Why Go: Jump on your bike and follow the Dakota Regional Trail to the Art Center's open house. The afternoon will be filled with tours of the art facility, art demonstrations, art making activities for kids, a Raku Firing and Bronze Pour.
• Price: Free

Edina

• When: From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
• Where: 
• Why Go: Join the altruistic family fall fun with live music, games, food and more.
• Price: Free general admission, tickets for food and games will be available for purchase at the park.

• When: From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday; from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday; and from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday
• Where: 
• Why Go: This workshop, led by Catholic Priest and Buddhist Roshi Robert Kennedy, will address contemplative prayer, a mediation experience and a public forum.
•  Price: Suggested $20 donation

Richfield

• When: From 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday
• Where:
• Why Go: Be the judge of all the best Chilies in town and enjoy live music from The Bad Larry’s.
• Price: Free general admission

• When: At 4 p.m. Sunday
• Where:
• Why Go: Weather permitting, all are welcome to head out to the labyrinth to experience the Blessing of the Animals.
• Price: Free

Plymouth

• When: From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday
• Where: 
• Why Go: Explore the products of local crafters, vendors and retailers at the church’s 3rd annual fall sale.
• Price: Free general admission

• When: At 11 a.m. Saturday
• Where: 
• Why Go: The Roe family plays a variety of unique instruments including an autoharp, kazoo, washboard, banjo and perhaps even a musical saw. Families with kids in Kindergarten through sixth grade will be tapping their feet in no time.
• Price: Free