MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities™: The Exhaustive Twin Cities Sunday-Only Directory (October 4, 2026)

The Twin Cities Marathon and Vikings football will reshape travel through Minneapolis and Saint Paul, but Sunday's calendar reaches far beyond the central cities with Anoka's first major Halloween gathering of October, fall festivals, farms, free nature programs, museums, markets, art, fashion and a busy evening concert schedule.

TWIN CITIES, MN (October 4, 2026).

Sunday begins early in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, where thousands of runners, spectators and volunteers will gather for the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, TC 10 Mile and related races before the afternoon brings another large crowd downtown for the Minnesota Vikings' 3:05 p.m. game against the Miami Dolphins.

Those events will affect transportation well beyond the people attending them. Downtown Minneapolis road closures begin before dawn, sections of the marathon route will close through Minneapolis and Saint Paul, and roads will reopen gradually as runners move toward the State Capitol. Anyone heading into either central city should review the race route before leaving home, even when the destination has nothing to do with the marathon.

The rest of the metropolitan area offers a considerably different Sunday.

Anoka begins the city's 106th Halloween festival season with the Great Pumpkin Expo at City Hall while the Anoka County Fairgrounds hosts the final day of its Fall Festival. Ham Lake, Andover, Dayton and Brooklyn Park provide additional farm and harvest choices. Three Rivers Park District has free or low-barrier nature programming in the northwest metro, and Gale Woods Farm in Minnetrista is holding a free Fall Fest with live music, farm animals, demonstrations and seasonal activities.

Minneapolis has the opening day of Paris Couture at Minneapolis Institute of Art, free glassblowing demonstrations at Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts, Garden Storytime at Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and several major evening concerts. Saint Paul adds Minnesota Children's Museum's First Free Sunday, a free Romanian cultural exhibition opening at Landmark Center, Oysterfest, They Might Be Giants, Journey and additional music.

This Sunday-only edition of This Weekend in the Twin Cities™ removes events that ended Friday or Saturday and rechecks the events that remain. It also restores the contact information that readers need when they are unfamiliar with a venue or encounter a problem while traveling. Where an organizer publishes a telephone number, email address or direct event page, that information is included. Where a public contact could not be verified, the directory says so rather than inventing one.

SUNDAY WEATHER DESK

Sunday offers the best outdoor weather of the weekend.

The latest National Weather Service forecast for Minneapolis calls for sunny skies with a high near 65 degrees and northwest winds around 5 to 10 mph. Sunday night should remain clear, with temperatures falling to around 45 degrees.

That outlook is favorable for the Great Pumpkin Expo in Anoka, the Anoka County Fairgrounds Fall Festival, Gale Woods Farm, the region's pumpkin farms and orchards, and other outdoor activities.

Marathon participants and spectators will experience a much cooler part of the day than the forecast high suggests. The TC 10 Mile begins at 7 a.m. and the marathon at 8 a.m., so spectators expecting to remain outside for several hours should dress in removable layers.

The dry forecast also improves conditions at agricultural attractions, although grass, dirt, gravel and other natural surfaces remain important accessibility considerations regardless of rain.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4

Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon

The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon begins near U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis and travels through Minneapolis and Saint Paul before finishing near the Minnesota State Capitol.

The marathon is one of Sunday's defining events even for people who never see a runner because road closures affect a substantial corridor between the two cities.

When: Sunday, October 4, 8 a.m.

Course: Minneapolis to Saint Paul.

Finish area: Minnesota State Capitol, Saint Paul.

Spectating: Free.

Race registration: The marathon field is sold out.

Road closures: Downtown Minneapolis closures begin before dawn. Streets along the course close as necessary and reopen on a rolling basis after runners pass.

Transit: Light rail is expected to operate, although multiple Metro Transit bus routes may be detoured.

Accessibility: Spectators requiring an accessible viewing location should review Twin Cities In Motion spectator information before choosing a location.

Weather: Sunny, with a high near 65 degrees. Morning conditions will be considerably cooler.

Phone: Twin Cities In Motion, 651-289-7700.

Website: Twin Cities In Motion official Marathon Weekend and spectator-information pages.

Email/contact: Use the Twin Cities In Motion public contact channel for race-specific questions.

Important to know: Trying to follow the race repeatedly by car is not a practical spectator strategy. Choose a viewing area before leaving home and plan around closures.

TC 10 Mile

The TC 10 Mile begins an hour before the marathon and contributes to the early Sunday closure schedule around downtown Minneapolis.

When: Sunday, 7 a.m.

Start area: Downtown Minneapolis near U.S. Bank Stadium.

Admission for spectators: Free.

Website: Twin Cities In Motion official Marathon Weekend page.

Transportation: Anyone entering downtown Minneapolis early Sunday should expect closures to be in effect before the race begins.

Weather: Sunny and cool during the morning.

Minnesota Vikings vs. Miami Dolphins

The Vikings host Miami at U.S. Bank Stadium Sunday afternoon, creating a second major wave of traffic after the marathon has already affected central Minneapolis for much of the morning.

Minnesota enters the game 3-0, while Miami arrives 0-3.

When: Sunday, 3:05 p.m.

Doors: Approximately two hours before kickoff.

Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium.

Address: 401 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55415.

Admission: Ticketed. Check current inventory and resale availability before departure.

Phone: U.S. Bank Stadium Guest Experience, 612-777-8700.

Website: Minnesota Vikings official gameday guide and U.S. Bank Stadium visitor information.

Email/contact: Use the stadium's official guest-services contact channels.

Bag policy: Guests are strongly encouraged not to bring bags. Only bags meeting stadium requirements and qualifying medical exceptions are permitted.

Payment: Cashless.

Accessibility: U.S. Bank Stadium provides accessible seating, entrances, restrooms and guest services.

Parking/transit: Transit is strongly recommended. Vikings officials specifically warn fans that marathon closures will affect downtown Minneapolis beginning early Sunday.

Important to know: Do not use an ordinary Vikings Sunday driving routine without first checking the marathon route.

NORTH METRO

Great Pumpkin Expo

Anoka begins October's Halloween programming with some of the largest pumpkins grown in Minnesota, carved pumpkins, scarecrows, food trucks, merchandise vendors and a classic-car component at City Hall.

When: Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Venue: Anoka City Hall.

Address: 2015 First Ave. N., Anoka, MN 55303.

Admission: Free.

Organizer: Anoka Halloween Capital of the World™.

Phone: A dedicated public event telephone number was not listed on the current Great Pumpkin Expo page.

Email: info@anokahalloween.com.

Website: Anoka Halloween official Great Pumpkin Expo event page.

Age/Family: All ages.

Accessibility: Downtown civic setting. Visitors requiring a specific accommodation should contact the organizer in advance.

Parking: Downtown Anoka public parking is available, but festival activity can increase demand.

Weather: Outdoors. Sunny conditions are forecast.

Important to know: This is the opening weekend of Anoka's broader October Halloween calendar, not the city's major parade weekend.

Anoka County Fairgrounds Fall Festival

The final day of the Fall Festival at the Anoka County Fairgrounds provides a larger paid alternative to the free Great Pumpkin Expo a short distance away.

Admission includes hayrides, agricultural education, children's activities, photo opportunities, live entertainment and free pumpkins while supplies last. Carnival rides require separate tickets.

When: Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Venue: Anoka County Fairgrounds.

Address: 3200 St. Francis Blvd. NW, Anoka, MN 55303.

Admission: $10 for ages 12 and older; $5 for children ages 5 through 12; free for children 4 and younger.

Carnival: Separate tickets required.

Phone: 763-427-4070.

Email: info@anokacountyfair.com. The fairgrounds also publicly lists Anokafair@aol.com for general fair questions.

Website: Anoka County Fair official Fall Festival and ticket pages.

Age/Family: All ages.

Pets: Check current festival rules before bringing an animal.

Accessibility: Fairground terrain includes paved, gravel and natural surfaces. Contact the fair office for specific mobility questions.

Parking: Fairgrounds parking available.

Weather: Outdoor and partially sheltered programming. Sunny conditions are forecast.

Important to know: Regular Anoka County Fair tickets are not accepted for this Fall Festival.

Anoka County Farms

Anoka County Farms in Ham Lake offers one of Sunday's least expensive traditional pumpkin-farm outings.

The $5 admission includes a hayride and access to several farm activities. Other attractions cost an additional $2 to $5.

When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Venue: Anoka County Farms.

Address: 125 Bunker Lake Blvd. NE, Ham Lake, MN 55304.

Admission: $5 per person.

Payment: Cash only. No debit or credit cards.

Phone: 763-427-0000.

Email: info@anokacountyfarms.com.

Website: Anoka County Farms official website.

Included: Hayride and numerous play and farm activities.

Extra-cost activities: Generally $2 to $5.

Age/Family: All ages.

Accessibility: Farm terrain. Contact the farm directly if mobility conditions determine participation.

Weather: Outdoor activities are weather permitting.

Important to know: Bring cash before arriving.

Eveland Family Farm

Eveland offers a traditional Andover farm outing with animals, a hayride and a self-guided farm experience.

When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Venue: Eveland Family Farm.

Address: 2575 Andover Blvd. NW, Andover, MN.

Admission: Approximately $6 per person under current listings.

Phone: 612-325-5137.

Website: Check Eveland Family Farm's current public information before departure.

Public email: A current general public email was not verified during MinneapoliMedia's Sunday check.

Age/Family: Family-oriented.

Accessibility: Agricultural terrain. Call before departure if wheelchair, walker or stroller access is a deciding factor.

Weather: Outdoors.

Dehn's Pumpkins Fall Festival

Dehn's Pumpkin Patch in Dayton continues its October Fall Festival Sunday with a corn maze, hayride, inflatables and other farm activities.

When: Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Venue: Dehn's Pumpkin Patch.

Address: 17270 125th Ave. N., Dayton, MN.

Phone: Kyle Dehn, 612-387-7866; Bruce Dehn, 763-742-3550.

Email: info@dehnspumpkins.com.

Website: Dehn's Pumpkin Patch official website.

Admission: Current festival pricing should be confirmed directly before departure.

Age/Family: Family-oriented.

Accessibility: Farm terrain. Contact the farm directly for current accessibility conditions.

Weather: Outdoors.

Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze

Brooklyn Park's large corn-maze and harvest attraction continues Sunday with an all-inclusive admission covering most of its major activities.

When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Venue: Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze.

Address: 8001 109th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN 55445.

Admission: $20 per person.

Children: Under 36 inches tall admitted free.

Parking: Free.

Payment: Major credit cards accepted.

Website: Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze official ticket page.

Public phone/email: Readers should use the official site's current contact channel; a reliable event-specific public telephone number was not established during MinneapoliMedia's Sunday verification.

Included: Corn maze, petting zoo, inflatables, train ride, magic shows, corn pits, straw-bale maze, playground, live music and other activities.

Extra cost: Food, face painting, caricatures, pumpkin slinger, pony rides and animal feed.

Age/Family: Families and children.

Accessibility: Agricultural terrain. Contact the festival before departure when mobility is a concern.

Weather: Rain or shine under the organizer's ticket policy.

Mississippi Gateway Regional Park: Sunday Nature Stop

Brooklyn Park residents do not need to leave the North Metro for a Mississippi River nature outing.

Mississippi Gateway Regional Park includes the Gateway Center, Treetop Trail, paved and natural trails, nature play areas and river overlooks.

Venue: Mississippi Gateway Regional Park.

Address: 10360 West River Road, Brooklyn Park, MN 55444.

Park hours: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Gateway Center Sunday hours: Noon to 5 p.m.

Admission: General park entry is free. Some programs and specialized activities may carry fees.

Phone: 763-694-7790.

Email: MississippiGateway@ThreeRiversParks.org.

Website: Three Rivers Park District official Mississippi Gateway page.

Accessibility: The Gateway Center and new park improvements include accessible routes. Three Rivers can provide program modifications and other accommodations with advance notice.

Accessibility contact: 763-559-9000 or Access@ThreeRiversParks.org.

Age/Family: All ages.

Parking: On-site.

Weather: Excellent outdoor conditions expected.

Eastman Nature Center

Eastman Nature Center in the Elm Creek Park Reserve area offers trails, a floating boardwalk, indoor interpretive space and nature programming.

Three Rivers Park District lists a Sunday Drop-In Discoveries program focused on beavers.

Venue: Eastman Nature Center.

Address: 13351 Elm Creek Road, Dayton, MN 55369.

Sunday building hours: Noon to 5 p.m.

Phone: 763-694-7700.

Email: EastmanNC@ThreeRiversParks.org.

Website: Three Rivers Park District official Eastman Nature Center page.

Admission: General nature-center access is free. Verify any program-specific registration requirement before departure.

Accessibility: Programs can generally be adapted. Three Rivers offers all-terrain wheelchairs, sign-language interpreters, sound amplifiers and other modifications with advance notice.

Accessibility contact: 763-559-9000 or access@ThreeRiversParks.org.

Parking: On-site. Visitors should use the paved overflow lot accessed from the Eastman Nature Center entrance road rather than the former Elm Creek Road trailhead parking lot.

Age/Family: All ages.

Weather: Indoor and outdoor options.

7th Miniest Mini Golf Open

Coon Rapids hosts competitive miniature golf Sunday morning at Lilli Putt.

The tournament includes professional, amateur, junior and women's divisions.

When: Practice begins at 7:30 a.m.; rules meeting and tournament start around 8:30 a.m.

Venue: Lilli Putt.

Address: 1349 Coon Rapids Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433.

Entry: $40 professional division; $30 amateur division.

Registration: Deadline was Saturday, October 3.

Organizer: American Mini Golf Alliance.

Website: American Mini Golf Alliance official Miniest Mini Golf Open page.

Spectators: Contact the venue or organizer regarding spectator access.

Phone/email: Use Lilli Putt or American Mini Golf Alliance official contact channels for tournament questions.

Weather: Outdoor miniature golf.

Important to know: This is primarily a registered tournament rather than a casual Sunday round.

WEST AND SOUTHWEST METRO

Gale Woods Farm Fall Fest

Gale Woods Farm has one of Sunday's strongest free fall events, combining a working farm with live music, demonstrations, animals, seasonal food and hands-on activities.

When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Venue: Gale Woods Farm.

Address: 7210 County Road 110 W., Minnetrista, MN 55364.

Admission: Free.

Parking: Free.

Overflow parking: Westonka Recreational Park, 7201 County Road 110 W. A shuttle may operate if overflow parking is needed.

Phone: 763-694-2001.

Email: gwf@threeriversparks.org.

Website: Three Rivers Park District official Fall Fest page.

Sunday music: The Eitel Brothers with Vicki Dischler at 10:45 and 11:45 a.m.; Salsa del Soul at 1 and 2 p.m.

Activities: Farm animals, sheepherding demonstrations, wagon transportation, garden exploration, orchard activities and other seasonal programming.

Pets: Dogs are not permitted because Gale Woods is a working farm with livestock.

Accessibility: Golf-cart transportation to event areas is available first come, first served for visitors who need additional mobility support.

Age/Family: All ages.

Weather: Primarily outdoors. Sunny conditions are expected.

MINNEAPOLIS

Paris Couture Opens at Minneapolis Institute of Art

Mia opens Paris Couture Sunday with more than 80 haute couture works from Palais Galliera, the fashion museum of Paris, spanning the late 19th century through contemporary fashion.

The exhibition includes work associated with Dior, Balenciaga, Schiaparelli, Grès and other major names.

When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Venue: Minneapolis Institute of Art.

Address: 2400 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55404.

Museum general admission: Free.

Paris Couture admission: $20 general admission.

Youth: Ages 17 and younger free for the special exhibition.

Contributor-level members and above: Free under Mia's published exhibition pricing, with additional tickets available at the member rate.

Phone: 612-870-3000 or 888-642-2787.

Email: visit@artsmia.org.

Website: Mia official Paris Couture exhibition page.

Accessibility: Mia maintains accessible entrances, elevators and visitor services.

Parking: Museum lots, ramps and neighborhood parking. Review current parking information before departure.

Important correction: Mia's permanent collection has free general admission, but Paris Couture is a separately ticketed exhibition.

Paris Couture Opening-Day Film: Saint Laurent

Mia supplements the exhibition opening with a screening of the 2014 film Saint Laurent.

When: Sunday, 2 to 4:30 p.m.

Venue: Minneapolis Institute of Art.

Address: 2400 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55404.

Phone: 612-870-3000.

Email: visit@artsmia.org.

Website: Mia official Paris Couture page.

Admission: Confirm film ticket requirements and remaining capacity before departure.

Accessibility: Contact Mia for film-specific accommodation needs.

Glass Pumpkin Patch 2026

Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts continues its Glass Pumpkin Patch Sunday with handcrafted pumpkins, free glassblowing demonstrations and a preregistered custom-pumpkin experience.

When: Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.

Venue: Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts.

Address: 2213 Snelling Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55404.

General admission: Free.

Glassblowing demonstrations: Free.

Custom pumpkin: $50 per pumpkin, advance registration and payment required.

Phone: Use Foci's official contact channel for current telephone assistance.

Email: contact@mnglassart.org.

Website: Foci official 2026 Glass Pumpkin Patch page.

Age: All ages. Children younger than 14 must remain with a parent or legal guardian.

Accessibility: Contact Foci directly for accommodations.

ASL: The specifically advertised interpreter service was Saturday only.

Important to know: Custom pumpkins cannot be taken home Sunday because the glass must cool gradually. Foci says pieces will be ready for pickup within five days.

Garden Storytime at Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden

Families with younger children can begin Sunday with a short outdoor story program inside one of Minneapolis' best-known native-plant gardens.

When: Sunday, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Venue: Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary.

Address: 1 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN.

Admission: Check Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board event information.

Phone: Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, 612-230-6400.

Website: Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board official event calendar.

Public event email: No event-specific public email was verified.

Age/Family: Families with children.

Accessibility: Garden paths include natural surfaces. Visitors with mobility concerns should contact the Park Board before departure.

Weather: Outdoors. Sunny conditions expected.

Doja Cat: Tour Ma Vie World Tour

Doja Cat brings the Tour Ma Vie World Tour to Target Center Sunday night.

When: Sunday, 7:30 p.m.

Doors: 6:30 p.m.

Venue: Target Center.

Address: 600 First Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55403.

Admission: Ticketed. Tickets remained listed for sale during MinneapoliMedia's Sunday verification.

Phone: 612-673-0900.

Website: Target Center official Doja Cat event page.

Accessibility: Target Center provides ADA seating and guest accommodations.

Parking: Target Center recommends reserving parking in advance. Numerous downtown ramps are also available.

Transportation: Marathon closures should be substantially reduced by evening, but Vikings postgame traffic may still affect downtown movement.

W.I.T.C.H. with American Cream Band and Van Glow Light Show

Zambian psychedelic-rock pioneers W.I.T.C.H., whose name stands for We Intend To Cause Havoc, perform Sunday night at The Cedar.

When: Sunday, 7:30 p.m.

Doors: 7 p.m.

Venue: The Cedar Cultural Center.

Address: 416 Cedar Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55454.

Admission: Ticketed.

Age: All ages.

Website: The Cedar official event page.

Accessibility: The Cedar publishes accessibility information and accommodation resources on its website.

Contact: Use The Cedar's official venue contact channel for ticketing and accessibility questions.

Parking/transit: Cedar-Riverside is well served by transit. Allow additional time if traveling through downtown after the Vikings game.

SAINT PAUL

Minnesota Children's Museum First Free Sunday

Minnesota Children's Museum's Securian Financial First Free Sunday removes the admission price but not the reservation requirement.

When: Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Venue: Minnesota Children's Museum.

Address: 10 W. Seventh St., Saint Paul, MN 55102.

Admission: Free.

Reservations: Required. Tickets are limited.

Phone: 651-225-6000.

Website: Minnesota Children's Museum official First Free Sunday page.

Email: The museum uses a public online contact form rather than publishing a general visitor email on its current contact page.

Parking: World Trade Center ramp at Wabasha and West Seventh streets. Museum visitors can receive a discounted parking rate by bringing the ramp ticket to the museum box office.

Transit: Multiple bus routes serve the area; the Green Line's 10th Street Station is within walking distance.

Accessibility: Every museum exhibit is designed to be wheelchair accessible. Quiet comfort rooms, noise-reducing headphones, visual timers and other resources are available. Personal care attendants accompanying a visitor are admitted free.

Important to know: Free Sunday is frequently busy. A family without a reservation should not assume walk-up admission will be available.

Crossing Threads: Romanian Motifs in Minnesota

Landmark Center opens a new exhibition Sunday exploring Romanian embroidery, textiles, decorative motifs and the ways those traditions have continued within Minnesota communities.

The opening reception includes curators Monica von Geldern and Raluca Octav discussing the exhibition, Romanian motifs, the heritage of the Romanian blouse and connections between folk art and contemporary cultural life.

When: Sunday, 1 to 3 p.m.

Venue: North Gallery, Landmark Center.

Address: 75 W. Fifth St., Saint Paul, MN 55102.

Admission: Free.

Phone: Landmark Center, 651-292-3237.

Organizer: Heritage Organization of Romanian Americans.

Email: horamn.media@gmail.com.

Website: Landmark Center official event page.

Landmark Center Sunday hours: Noon to 5 p.m.

Accessibility: Historic public building with accessible visitor accommodations. Contact Landmark Center regarding specific needs.

Parking/transit: Downtown Saint Paul. Marathon-related traffic makes transit or advance parking planning advisable.

Landmark Center Public Building Tour

Visitors interested in the building itself can also take the regular Sunday public tour.

When: Sunday, approximately 12:30 to 1:15 p.m.

Venue: Landmark Center.

Address: 75 W. Fifth St., Saint Paul, MN 55102.

Phone: 651-292-3237.

Website: Landmark Center official website.

Admission: Confirm current public-tour policy before departure.

Accessibility: Contact Landmark Center for specific accommodation needs.

Meritage Oysterfest 2026: The Year of the Looking Glass

Meritage moves Oysterfest into Seventh Place Mall Sunday for a six-hour outdoor festival with oysters, food, drinks and live music.

When: Sunday, noon to 6 p.m.

Check-in: Hamm Building main entrance, 408 Saint Peter St.

Festival location: Seventh Place Mall, Saint Paul.

Meritage: 410 Saint Peter St., Saint Paul.

Admission:
Platinum Pass, $225 plus tax, entry at noon.
Oyster Pass, $100 plus tax, entry at 1 p.m.
General Entry, $50 plus tax, entry at 2 p.m.

Capacity: Organizer lists 300 passes in each category.

Payment: Festival is cashless.

Website: Meritage official Oysterfest page.

Phone/contact: Use Meritage's official restaurant contact channels for event assistance.

Age: Primarily adult food-and-drink event. Valid identification is required for alcohol service.

Pets: Organizers recommend leaving dogs at home.

Accessibility: Because programming uses both the plaza and Meritage Underground, visitors with mobility concerns should contact Meritage before purchasing a pass.

Parking/transit: Marathon activity will affect downtown Saint Paul earlier in the day. Check road access before driving.

Important to know: Bring the emailed pass number on a phone and valid identification for check-in.

Saint Paul Farmers' Market

The downtown Saint Paul market remains open Sunday morning with local produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, flowers, prepared foods and other Minnesota products.

When: Sunday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Venue: Saint Paul Farmers' Market.

Address: 290 E. Fifth St., Saint Paul, MN 55101.

Admission: Free to browse.

Phone: 651-227-8101.

Email: info@stpaulfarmersmarket.com.

Website: Saint Paul Farmers' Market official website.

Parking: More than 400 free customer spaces are available at 420 Prince St. E., normally from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on market days.

Accessibility parking: Reserved proximity parking is available along Wall Street.

Important Sunday warning: Marathon closures may affect normal approaches to downtown Saint Paul. Check the route before departure.

Journey: Final Frontier Tour

Journey performs Sunday night at Grand Casino Arena as part of the band's Final Frontier Tour.

When: Sunday, 7:30 p.m.

Doors: 6 p.m.

Venue: Grand Casino Arena.

Address: 199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102.

Admission: Ticketed. The arena continued to list tickets during MinneapoliMedia's verification.

Phone: Guest Services, 651-726-8200.

Ticket assistance: SeatGeek fan support, 833-691-3400.

Ticket email: grandcasinoarena@seatgeek.com.

Website: Grand Casino Arena official Journey event page.

Bag policy: Purses no larger than 12 by 12 by 6 inches are permitted at designated X-ray entrances. Backpacks, coolers and large totes are prohibited, with exceptions for qualifying medical and parenting bags.

Parking: RiverCentre and Kellogg ramps connect directly to the arena complex.

Accessibility: Arena guest services can assist with accessible seating and accommodations.

Transportation: Allow additional travel time because downtown Saint Paul will have experienced Marathon Weekend road restrictions earlier in the day.

They Might Be Giants

They Might Be Giants closes its two-night Fitzgerald Theater run Sunday with an eight-piece band, three horns, two sets and no opener.

When: Sunday, 8 p.m.

Doors: 6:30 p.m.

Venue: Fitzgerald Theater.

Address: 10 E. Exchange St., Saint Paul, MN 55101.

Admission: Ticketed.

Age: All ages.

Website: First Avenue's official Fitzgerald Theater event page.

Phone/contact: Use First Avenue/Fitzgerald Theater official guest-service channels.

Accessibility: Accessible seating is available through the venue.

Important to know: Ticket limits are strictly enforced, and the organizer warns that orders exceeding the household limit may be canceled.

The Dream Syndicate

The Dream Syndicate plays two sets Sunday night at Turf Club.

When: Sunday, 8 p.m.

Doors: 6:30 p.m.

Venue: Turf Club.

Address: 1601 University Ave. W., Saint Paul, MN 55104.

Admission: Ticketed.

Age: 21 and older.

Phone: 612-338-8388.

Website: First Avenue official Dream Syndicate event page.

Accessibility: Contact the venue before purchasing if specific accommodations are required.

Transit: Green Line service along University Avenue makes transit a practical choice.

SUNDAY FARMERS MARKET DESK

Minneapolis Farmers Market

The Minneapolis Farmers Market remains a useful Sunday morning stop for produce, plants and locally produced foods.

When: Sunday morning through early afternoon.

Venue: Minneapolis Farmers Market.

Address: 312 E. Lyndale Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN.

Admission: Free to browse.

Visitors should check the market's official Sunday vendor and parking information before departure.

Farmers Market Annex

The Annex operates beside the Minneapolis Farmers Market and adds local makers, foods and other vendors.

When: Sunday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Area: East Lyndale Avenue North, Minneapolis.

Admission: Free to browse.

The main market and Annex can be combined without moving the car.

Saint Paul Farmers' Market

Sunday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Address: 290 E. Fifth St., Saint Paul, MN 55101.

Phone: 651-227-8101.

Email: info@stpaulfarmersmarket.com.

Admission: Free to browse.

Because of the marathon, verify road access before driving downtown.

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITOR'S PICKS

For a free North Metro outing, the Great Pumpkin Expo in Anoka offers the simplest combination of seasonal atmosphere, family accessibility and cost. Families wanting a longer experience can combine it with the Anoka County Fairgrounds Fall Festival, although the fairgrounds event charges admission.

Gale Woods Farm Fall Fest is Sunday's strongest free full-scale fall destination. The combination of live music, farm animals, sheepherding demonstrations, seasonal activities, free parking and mobility assistance gives visitors enough programming for a substantial outing without an admission charge.

For a low-cost North Metro farm day, Anoka County Farms remains difficult to beat at $5 admission, although visitors must remember that the farm accepts cash only and several activities cost extra.

For families with young children, Minnesota Children's Museum First Free Sunday offers the largest savings relative to regular admission, but only for families who secure the required reservation.

For arts and fashion, the opening of Paris Couture at Mia is Sunday's major museum event. The special exhibition costs $20 for general admission, despite Mia's regular museum admission being free.

For an unusual arts experience that does not require admission, Foci's Glass Pumpkin Patch provides free demonstrations and a chance to watch glass artists create seasonal work.

For sports, the marathon offers free spectating in the morning and Vikings-Dolphins provides the major ticketed afternoon event. Attempting both is possible, but transportation should be planned before leaving home.

SUNDAY BY BUDGET

Free

Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon spectating

TC 10 Mile spectating

Great Pumpkin Expo

Gale Woods Farm Fall Fest

Minnesota Children's Museum First Free Sunday with required reservation

Crossing Threads opening reception at Landmark Center

Glass Pumpkin Patch entry and demonstrations

Saint Paul Farmers' Market browsing

Minneapolis farmers markets browsing

Mississippi Gateway Regional Park general access

Eastman Nature Center general access

Garden Storytime, subject to current Park Board participation requirements

Under $10

Anoka County Farms: $5 cash admission.

Eveland Family Farm: approximately $6 under current public listings.

$10 to $25

Anoka County Fairgrounds Fall Festival: $10 adults; $5 ages 5 through 12.

Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze: $20.

Paris Couture: $20 general admission; youth 17 and younger free.

Premium outings

Vikings-Dolphins

Doja Cat

Journey

They Might Be Giants

W.I.T.C.H.

The Dream Syndicate

Meritage Oysterfest, with passes from $50 to $225 plus tax

Families should calculate ticket fees, food, parking and transportation before comparing the real cost of these outings.

ACCESSIBILITY DESK

Sunday offers several particularly useful options for visitors who need accessibility information before leaving home.

Minnesota Children's Museum states that every exhibit is wheelchair accessible. It also offers comfort rooms with lower visual stimulation, noise-reducing headphones, visual timers and universal cuffs. Personal care attendants accompanying the person they assist are admitted free.

Gale Woods Farm provides golf-cart transportation to festival destinations for visitors needing mobility assistance. The service is first come, first served.

Three Rivers Park District says nearly all of its nature programs can be adapted. Available support can include sign-language interpreters, all-terrain wheelchairs, sound amplification and other modifications. The district's accessibility contact is 763-559-9000 or access@ThreeRiversParks.org.

Mia and the major arena and stadium venues maintain established accessibility programs.

Farm attractions require more individual investigation. Grass, dirt, gravel and agricultural surfaces can remain challenging even during dry weather. Anyone whose participation depends on surface conditions should call before purchasing admission.

FAMILY AND AGE DESK

For very young children, strong choices include Minnesota Children's Museum, Gale Woods Farm, Great Pumpkin Expo, Eastman Nature Center and the Glass Pumpkin Patch.

School-age children may find more sustained activity at the Anoka County Fairgrounds Fall Festival, Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze, Anoka County Farms and Gale Woods Farm.

Teenagers may be more interested in the major concerts, Vikings football, Paris Couture and larger fall attractions.

The Dream Syndicate at Turf Club is restricted to ages 21 and older.

They Might Be Giants and W.I.T.C.H. are advertised as all-ages performances.

Oysterfest is primarily oriented toward adults, particularly because alcohol is part of the festival.

MARATHON + VIKINGS TRANSPORTATION DESK

Sunday's transportation conditions require more attention than an ordinary events calendar can provide.

Race-related street closures around U.S. Bank Stadium begin before dawn. The TC 10 Mile starts at 7 a.m., followed by the marathon at 8 a.m. Roads along the course will reopen gradually rather than all at once.

Twin Cities In Motion advises motorists to use major interstate routes when moving broadly across the metropolitan area and publishes specific crossing recommendations for sections of the race route.

Light rail is expected to continue operating, while several bus routes will be detoured between approximately 4 a.m. and 4 p.m.

The Vikings begin at 3:05 p.m. at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings themselves are warning ticket holders about marathon-related closures, including downtown Minneapolis restrictions beginning early Sunday.

Saint Paul also requires planning. The marathon finishes near the State Capitol, and road restrictions affect portions of downtown and Summit Avenue before reopening.

The Saint Paul Farmers' Market, Minnesota Children's Museum, Landmark Center, Oysterfest and Grand Casino Arena are all legitimate Sunday destinations, but their normal driving approaches may not be the best approaches during Marathon Weekend.

Visitors should consult the race map before selecting parking.

INDOOR ALTERNATIVES

Sunday's weather should be excellent, but visitors who prefer indoor programming have several substantial choices.

Minnesota Children's Museum

Minneapolis Institute of Art and Paris Couture

Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts

Landmark Center

Journey at Grand Casino Arena

They Might Be Giants at Fitzgerald Theater

The Dream Syndicate at Turf Club

Doja Cat at Target Center

W.I.T.C.H. at The Cedar

The major museums and performance venues maintain their own ticketing and capacity limits. Check availability before traveling.

BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME

Confirm the event one final time with the organizer.

Check the complete address rather than relying only on a venue name.

Save the organizer's telephone number before leaving when one is available.

Open the direct event page and keep it available on your phone.

Check whether admission is actually free or whether only the venue's general admission is free.

Verify ticket availability.

Confirm whether free admission still requires a reservation.

Check age restrictions.

Check accessibility when terrain or seating determines participation.

Review pet rules before bringing a dog.

Bring cash to Anoka County Farms.

Do not assume a daytime farm ticket includes a separate nighttime attraction.

For downtown Minneapolis or Saint Paul, check the marathon course before starting the car.

Vikings attendees should review the stadium bag policy before leaving home.

Concert attendees should confirm the venue's bag, age and re-entry policies.

Visitors unfamiliar with the Twin Cities should avoid building a schedule that requires repeated travel between distant parts of the metropolitan area. A North Metro day, a Minneapolis day, a Saint Paul day or a west-metro day will generally be easier to manage than attempting to collect events from every part of the directory.

THE SUNDAY TAKEAWAY

The final day of the weekend offers enough programming across the Twin Cities that Sunday's major challenge is not finding something to do. It is choosing an outing that fits the people attending, the budget, the transportation conditions and the amount of time available.

The marathon and Vikings game will receive much of the attention in Minneapolis, but neither event needs to define the day for residents elsewhere in the metropolitan area. Anoka has two substantial fall events within the same community. Ham Lake, Andover, Dayton and Brooklyn Park offer farm and harvest attractions. Gale Woods Farm gives west-metro families a free festival large enough to occupy several hours, while Three Rivers Park District provides quieter nature alternatives in Brooklyn Park and the Elm Creek area.

Minneapolis visitors can choose between fashion, glass art, a native-plant garden, professional football and several evening concerts. Saint Paul offers a free children's museum day for families with reservations, a free Romanian cultural exhibition opening, a major farmers market, Oysterfest and multiple evening performances.

The range of choices is only useful when readers can determine whether those choices actually work for them. That requires more than an event name and starting time. A visitor needs to know the complete destination, admission price, registration requirement, age restriction, accessibility conditions, transportation implications and how to reach someone when a problem occurs.

That is why this Sunday edition includes telephone numbers, public email addresses and direct organizer information wherever those details could be verified. When an organizer does not publish a particular contact, the directory identifies the gap rather than leaving the reader to wonder whether the information was overlooked.

Sunday's weather should cooperate. The National Weather Service expects sunshine and a high near 65 degrees, providing favorable conditions for farms, festivals and marathon spectators.

Transportation requires considerably more care. Anyone traveling into Minneapolis or Saint Paul should check the marathon route before leaving, and Vikings ticket holders should allow additional time even for an afternoon kickoff.

Once those practical questions are settled, the final day of the weekend still offers a remarkable range of ways to spend a Minnesota Sunday.

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