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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities™: November 7 – 8, 2026
Tom Akaolisa
Editor
The expanded Saturday–Sunday edition: Holiday markets, community celebrations, books, art, concerts, sports, theater and family adventures across Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Coon Rapids, Anoka County and the Northwest Metro.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (November 7, 2026).
Welcome to the Weekend!
Good morning, Minnesota!
November has arrived, and the Twin Cities have apparently decided that the holiday shopping season cannot wait another minute.
The Halloween decorations have barely returned to storage, but across the North Metro, craft vendors are already setting up tables, church volunteers are preparing baked goods, and families are making plans to visit holiday markets.
Somewhere in Coon Rapids, there is probably still a pumpkin on the porch while somebody inside is trying to remember which box contains the Christmas lights.
Nobody is particularly concerned about the contradiction. This is Minnesota. We can accommodate two seasons at once, provided somebody remembers where the extension cords are.
The weekend of November 7–8 offers plenty of reasons to get out of the house.
Across the Northwest Metro, Coon Rapids, Blaine, Champlin, Maple Grove, Andover, Brooklyn Center, Elk River and surrounding communities are hosting craft fairs, holiday boutiques and neighborhood gatherings.
Minneapolis and Saint Paul offer a different kind of bustle, with major concerts, professional sports, theater, museum programming and the Twin Cities Book Festival.
And for families who would prefer a quieter afternoon, nature centers, parks, libraries and museums provide opportunities to explore without committing to an entire day of expensive entertainment.
This expanded Saturday–Sunday edition of This Weekend in the Twin Cities™ preserves our original 89-listing directory while incorporating additional community events discovered during the update.
Visitor information: Each listing identifies the available address, telephone contact and event information. Where a number or venue has not been verified, it is explicitly identified rather than invented. Events with unresolved scheduling details should be reconfirmed before travel.
Weekend Weather and Travel Advisory
November weather can change quickly, particularly for visitors moving between outdoor markets, parks and indoor venues.
A current numerical forecast has not been independently confirmed for this edition. Check the National Weather Service before departure.
Major sports and entertainment events may increase traffic around downtown Minneapolis, Saint Paul, the University of Minnesota and Allianz Field.
Weather: https://www.weather.gov/mpx/
Road conditions: https://511mn.org/
Public transportation: https://www.metrotransit.org/
All times are Central Standard Time.
EDITOR'S PICKS
Five Experiences Worth Your Attention
1. Epiphany Craft Bazaar | Coon Rapids
Saturday, November 7, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Church of the Epiphany, 1900 111th Avenue NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433. Campus access is also associated with 11001 Hanson Boulevard NW.
Telephone: 763-755-1020, parish office.
More than 50 crafters are expected, with handmade gifts, seasonal merchandise, food and children's activities.
2. Twin Cities Book Festival | Saint Paul
Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Union Depot, 214 Fourth Street East, Saint Paul, MN 55101.
Telephone: 651-202-2700, Union Depot.
Admission: Free.
A major literary gathering bringing together authors, publishers, booksellers and readers.
https://www.twincitiesbookfestival.com/
3. Collectors Day | Bell Museum
Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, Saint Paul, MN 55113.
Telephone: 612-626-9660, museum.
Collectors share their objects, interests and discoveries with visitors.
https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/
4. Maple Grove Lions Holiday Craft Boutique
Saturday, November 7, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Maple Grove Community Center, 12951 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN 55369.
Telephone: 763-494-6500, community center.
Admission: Free.
Approximately 65 vendors offer handmade gifts, decorations and crafts.
https://www.maplegrovemn.gov/m/calendar/event/detail/1496
5. Nordic Soundscapes: The Musical Tales of Hans Christian Andersen
Sunday, November 8, 2 p.m.
Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Telephone: 612-371-5656, Minnesota Orchestra ticket services.
Admission: Ticketed.
An orchestral family concert drawing inspiration from the stories of Hans Christian Andersen.
https://www.minnesotaorchestra.org/
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7
NORTH METRO AND NORTHWESTERN SUBURBS
1. Epiphany Craft Bazaar | Coon Rapids
Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Church of the Epiphany, 1900 111th Avenue NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433.
Phone: 763-755-1020, parish office.
Admission: Confirm with organizer.
More than 50 crafters, food, gifts and children's activities.
Information: https://epiphanymn.org/
2. Chain of Lakes Church Fall Craft & Vendor Fair | Blaine
Time: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Address: 2650 125th Avenue NE, Blaine, MN 55449.
Phone: 763-296-5032, church.
Admission: Open to the public; confirm any charge.
Local makers offer pottery, stained glass, candles, crochet items and handmade gifts. A bake sale and the Eggroll Queen food truck are also planned.
Information: https://colpres.org/fall-craft-vendor-fair
3. St. Timothy's Fall Craft and Bake Sale | Blaine
Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Church of St. Timothy, 707 89th Avenue NE, Blaine, MN 55434.
Phone: 763-784-1329, parish office.
Admission: Confirm with organizer.
Crafts, baked goods and seasonal gifts.
Information: https://www.churchofsttimothy.com/
4. Champlin Women of Today Arts & Crafts Show | Champlin
Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Address: Champlin Park High School, 6025 109th Avenue North, Champlin, MN 55316.
Phone: Event organizer number not independently verified.
Admission: Free.
A major annual arts and crafts show with handmade products, gifts and school concessions.
Information: https://champlinwt.org/
5. Maple Grove Lions Holiday Craft Boutique
Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Address: Maple Grove Community Center, 12951 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN 55369.
Phone: 763-494-6500, community center.
Admission: Free.
Approximately 65 vendors offer handmade merchandise and seasonal decorations.
Information: https://www.maplegrovemn.gov/m/calendar/event/detail/1496
6. St. Joseph the Worker Christmas Craft Sale | Maple Grove
Time: 11 a.m.–4 p.m., subject to organizer confirmation.
Address: 7180 Hemlock Lane North, Maple Grove, MN 55369.
Phone: Not independently verified.
Handmade gifts and specialty products.
Information: https://www.sjtw.net/
7. Artisan Market & Craft Fair | Andover
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m., subject to confirmation.
Address: Courtyards of Andover, 13545 Martin Street NW, Andover, MN 55304.
Phone: Not independently verified.
Local artisans and vendors offer handmade gifts and seasonal merchandise.
Information: https://simplyclassievents.com/
8. Fall Bazaar and Craft Show | Brooklyn Center
Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Brooklyn United Methodist Church, 7200 Brooklyn Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429.
Phone: Not independently verified.
The church's 53rd annual bazaar features crafts, books, jewelry, baked goods, a silent auction and café offerings.
Information: https://ccxmedia.org/events/category/community-calendar/day/2026-11-07/
9. Turkey Bingo with Robbinsdale Fire
Time: 2–4 p.m.; doors open at 1 p.m.
Address: Robbinsdale Public Safety Building, 4101 Hubbard Avenue North, Robbinsdale, MN 55422.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
Bring cash to purchase bingo cards. The Robbinsdale Fire Relief Association hosts the event.
Information: https://ccxmedia.org/events/category/community-calendar/day/2026-11-07/
10. Saturday Story Hour | Anoka
Time: 10–11 a.m., as previously listed.
Venue: Avant Garden Bookstore, Anoka.
Street address: Not independently verified.
Phone: Not independently verified.
Admission: Previously listed as free.
A family-oriented bookstore storytime. Confirm the current venue location before traveling.
Information: https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/twin-cities-northwest-metro-family-calendar/
11. Harvest Hang Out Craft & Vendor Fair | Circle Pines
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Centennial High School, 4757 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
Handmade gifts, jewelry, seasonal merchandise and food vendors.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
12. Salem Covenant Church Arts & Crafts Fair | New Brighton
Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Address: Salem Covenant Church, 2655 Fifth Street NW, New Brighton, MN 55112.
Phone: Not independently verified.
An annual arts and crafts fair featuring participating makers.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
13. JLS Missions Craft Sale | Elk River
Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Central Church, 1103 School Street NW, Elk River, MN 55330.
Phone: Not independently verified.
Crafts, clothing, jewelry, maple syrup and other gifts. Lunch is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
14. Elk Pride Craft Bazaar | Elk River
Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Address: Elk River High School, 900 School Street NW, Elk River, MN 55330.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
A school-community bazaar supporting scholarships.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
15. Holly Jolly Market | Otsego
Time: Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: 101 Market, 8980 Quantrelle Avenue NE, Otsego, MN 55330.
Phone: Not independently verified.
Admission: Free; free parking.
More than 30 vendors selling vintage finds, repurposed merchandise, furniture and home décor.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
16. Home Depot Kids Workshop: Dump Truck | Multiple Locations
Time: 9 a.m.–noon, subject to participating-store confirmation.
Address: Participating Home Depot stores throughout the metro; no single event address.
Phone: Use the participating store's listed telephone number.
Admission: Free; registration or supplies may be limited.
A children's hands-on building workshop.
Information: https://www.homedepot.com/workshops/
SATURDAY: MINNEAPOLIS
17. Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo
Time: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Address: Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 Second Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-335-6000, convention center.
Admission: Previously listed as $6 for adults; reconfirm with organizer.
A marketplace featuring artists, makers, jewelry, pottery, textiles and seasonal gifts.
Information: https://www.giftandartexpo.com/
18. Reconnecting Nicollet | Minneapolis
Time: Saturday; program hours require confirmation.
Location: Nicollet Avenue near Eat Street Crossing, Minneapolis.
Exact event meeting point: Not independently verified.
Phone: Organizer contact not verified.
A neighborhood celebration marking the reopening of Nicollet Avenue, with walking, cycling and music.
19. Fall Tabletop Market | Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative
Time: 1–4 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative, 1712 Marshall Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413.
Phone: Not independently verified.
Admission: Previously listed as free.
A market featuring tabletop games, trading cards and related merchandise.
Information: https://www.brokenclockbrew.com/
20. Festival of Giving | Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities
Time: Saturday; confirm exact schedule.
Location: Event site not independently verified.
Phone: Organizer contact not independently verified.
A community volunteer program encouraging family participation in service activities.
Information: https://www.bigstwincities.org/
21. Art Play | Minneapolis Institute of Art
Time: Saturday; previously listed as 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Address: 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404.
Phone: 612-870-3000, museum.
Admission: General museum admission free.
Creative art activities for families.
Information: https://new.artsmia.org/
22. Free First Saturday | Walker Art Center
Time: Saturday; check program schedule.
Address: 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-375-7600, visitor information.
Admission: Free gallery admission for the program.
Family activities and contemporary art experiences.
Information: https://walkerart.org/
23. 60 Artists on 50th Fall Show
Time: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Burroughs Community School, 1601 West 50th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55419.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
Artwork, jewelry, ceramics, photography and handmade products.
Information: https://craftcouncil.org/
24. Mount Olivet Holiday Boutique
Time: 9 a.m.–2 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Mount Olivet Lutheran Church, 5025 Knox Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419.
Phone: 612-926-7651, church.
Handmade crafts, art, jewelry and seasonal merchandise.
Information: https://mtolivet.org/
25. Prospect Park Fall Market
Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Prospect Park United Methodist Church, 22 Orlin Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414.
Phone: Not independently verified.
Handmade goods, baked items and a silent auction.
Information: https://www.prospectparkchurch.org/
26. Field & Festival Holiday Market
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
A greenhouse marketplace featuring artisans, specialty foods and seasonal merchandise.
Information: https://www.mplscraftmarket.com/
27. First Saturday Tour | Minnesota Center for Book Arts
Time: Previously listed as 1–3:30 p.m.; confirm tour schedule.
Address: 1011 Washington Avenue South, Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55415.
Phone: 612-215-2520, organization.
Admission: Confirm registration requirements.
A look at book arts, printing and creative studios.
Information: https://www.mnbookarts.org/
28. GIFT: A Live Score by Eiko Ishibashi
Time: Previously listed as 7 p.m.; confirm performance schedule.
Address: Walker Art Center, 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-375-7600, visitor information.
Admission: Ticketed.
A cinematic and musical presentation featuring a live score.
Information: https://walkerart.org/
29. KATSEYE: The Wildworld Tour
Time: 8 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Target Center, 600 First Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-673-1300, venue.
Admission: Ticketed.
The international pop group performs at Target Center.
Information: https://www.targetcenter.com/
30. PROF: The Return Home
Time: Saturday evening; confirm ticketed showtime.
Address: The Armory, 500 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415.
Phone: Venue contact not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
A hometown performance by Minneapolis rapper PROF.
Information: https://armorymn.com/
31. Brigitte Calls Me Baby
Time: Saturday evening; confirm doors and showtime.
Address: First Avenue, 701 First Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-338-8388, venue.
Admission: Ticketed.
A rock concert at First Avenue.
Information: https://first-avenue.com/
32. Minnesota Orchestra: Nordic Soundscapes
Time: Previously listed as 7 p.m.; confirm exact program.
Address: Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-371-5656, ticket services.
Admission: Ticketed.
A program celebrating Nordic musical traditions.
Information: https://www.minnesotaorchestra.org/
33. Minnesota Gophers Football vs. UCLA
Time: Kickoff requires confirmation.
Address: Huntington Bank Stadium, 420 SE 23rd Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55455.
Phone: 1-800-846-7437, Gophers ticket office.
Admission: Ticketed.
A Big Ten football matchup.
Information: https://gophersports.com/
34. Twelve Kinds of Ice | Children's Theatre Company
Time: Saturday, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404.
Phone: 612-874-0400, ticket office.
Admission: Ticketed.
A theatrical production exploring childhood, memory and family relationships.
Information: https://childrenstheatre.org/
35. Kunene and the King | Guthrie Theater
Time: Confirm Saturday performance time.
Address: 818 South Second Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415.
Phone: 612-377-2224, ticket office.
Admission: Ticketed.
A drama exploring relationships and South Africa's history.
Information: https://www.guthrietheater.org/
36. Abolish ICE: A Benefit Concert for the MN15
Time: Previously listed as beginning at 11 a.m.; confirm.
Address: Hook and Ladder Theater, 3010 Minnehaha Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
Admission: Check organizer.
A benefit concert listed in the original weekend directory.
Information: https://thehookmpls.com/
37. Amplified Minneapolis | Midtown Global Market
Time: Previously listed as beginning at 1 p.m.; confirm.
Address: Midtown Global Market, 920 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407.
Phone: 612-872-4041, market.
Admission: Confirm with organizer.
A community music program.
Information: https://midtownglobalmarket.org/
38. Painting Snow | Museum of Russian Art
Time: Previously listed as beginning at 10 a.m.; confirm exhibition opening schedule.
Address: 5500 Stevens Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419.
Phone: 612-821-9045, museum.
Admission: Museum admission applies.
An exhibition exploring winter landscapes through painting.
Information: https://tmora.org/
SATURDAY: SAINT PAUL AND EAST METRO
39. Twin Cities Book Festival
Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Address: Union Depot, 214 Fourth Street East, Saint Paul, MN 55101.
Phone: 651-202-2700, venue.
Admission: Free.
Authors, publishers, booksellers and readers gather for the annual literary festival.
Information: https://www.twincitiesbookfestival.com/
40. Collectors Day | Bell Museum
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, Saint Paul, MN 55113.
Phone: 612-626-9660, museum.
Admission: Regular museum admission.
A special program celebrating collectors and collections.
Information: https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/
41. Sensory Friendly Morning | Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
Time: Previously listed as 9–10 a.m.; confirm registration.
Address: 1225 Estabrook Drive, Saint Paul, MN 55103.
Phone: 651-487-8200, zoo and conservatory.
Admission: Free; confirm registration.
A quieter visitor experience.
Information: https://comozooconservatory.org/
42. Turkey Trails | Como Regional Park
Time: Previously listed as 8–11 a.m.; confirm.
Location: Como Regional Park, Saint Paul.
Previously listed address: 1199 Midway Parkway, Saint Paul, MN 55103; verify event start line.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
A community running activity.
Information: https://twincitiesfamily.com/
43. Brick by Brick Antiracist Story Hour
Time: Previously listed as 12:30–1:30 p.m.; confirm.
Address: Cadenza Music, 149 Snelling Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN 55104.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
Storytelling and art activities for children and caregivers.
Information: https://twincitiesfamily.com/
44. Bring Your Kids! Comedy Variety Show
Time: Previously listed as 2–3 p.m.; confirm.
Address: Cadenza Music, 149 Snelling Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN 55104.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
Admission: Previously listed at approximately 7–12.
A family-friendly comedy variety show.
Information: https://twincitiesfamily.com/
45. Fall Craft Bazaar | El Rio Vista Recreation Center
Time: Beginning at 10 a.m.; closing time unverified.
Address: El Rio Vista Recreation Center, 179 Robie Street East, Saint Paul, MN 55107.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
Admission: Free, as previously listed.
A community craft market.
Information: https://www.stpaul.gov/
46. Lumen Christi Craft Fair
Time: 9 a.m.–1 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: 2055 Bohland Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55116.
Phone: 651-698-5581, parish office.
An annual Highland Park craft fair.
Information: https://lumenchristicc.org/
47. Maternity of Mary–Saint Andrew Christmas Bazaar
Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: 592 Arlington Avenue West, Saint Paul, MN 55117.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
A seasonal market featuring local vendors.
Information: https://mmsaschool.org/
48. Holiday Fair Trade Market | Falcon Heights
Time: Saturday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday, noon–3 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Garden Community Church, 1440 Garden Avenue, Falcon Heights, MN 55113.
Phone: Not independently verified.
Fair Trade and sustainably produced merchandise.
Information: https://churchongarden.org/
49. Joy Oladokun | Palace Theatre
Time: Previously listed as 7 p.m.; confirm.
Address: Palace Theatre, 17 West Seventh Place, Saint Paul, MN 55102.
Phone: Ticketing contact not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
Singer-songwriter Joy Oladokun performs with Nat Myers.
Information: https://first-avenue.com/
50. Night Trains | Twin City Model Railroad Museum
Time: Saturday afternoon and evening; confirm session hours.
Address: 668 Transfer Road, Suite 8, Saint Paul, MN 55114.
Phone: 651-647-9628, museum.
Admission: Ticketed.
Illuminated model train displays offer a seasonal family experience.
Information: https://www.tcmrm.org/
51. Minnesota United FC vs. San Jose Earthquakes
Time: Previously listed as 6 p.m.; confirm match schedule.
Address: Allianz Field, 400 Snelling Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN 55104.
Phone: Club ticketing number not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
Minnesota United hosts San Jose.
Information: https://www.mnufc.com/
52. The Marigold de Muertos: A Day of the Dead Celebration
Time: Previously listed as beginning at 4 p.m.; confirm.
Address: Amsterdam Bar & Hall, 6 West Sixth Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102.
Phone: Venue contact not independently verified.
Admission: Confirm with organizer.
Music and cultural programming associated with Día de los Muertos.
Information: https://www.amsterdambarandhall.com/
SATURDAY: SOUTH AND WEST METRO
53. Richfield Pumpkin Smash
Time: Saturday; exact hours unverified.
Location: Richfield; designated event site requires confirmation.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
A pumpkin-smashing and composting activity.
Information: https://www.richfieldmn.gov/
54. AppleHouse Holiday Boutique | Victoria
Time: Previously listed as 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; confirm.
Address: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum AppleHouse, 7485 Rolling Acres Road, Victoria, MN 55386.
Phone: 612-301-1210, Arboretum visitor information.
Admission: Previously listed as free.
Gifts, specialty foods and seasonal merchandise.
Information: https://arb.umn.edu/
55. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | Chaska
Time: Check November operating hours.
Address: 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN 55318.
Phone: 612-301-1210.
Admission: Depends on admission category.
Gardens, walking trails, exhibitions and seasonal landscapes.
Information: https://arb.umn.edu/
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8
NORTH METRO AND NORTHWESTERN SUBURBS
56. Mississippi Gateway Drop-In Discoveries: Nature Origami | Brooklyn Park
Time: Previously listed as 1–3 p.m.; event occurrence requires confirmation.
Address: Mississippi Gateway Regional Park, 10360 West River Road, Brooklyn Park, MN 55444.
Phone: 763-694-7790, park.
Admission: General park access free.
Nature-inspired origami activities were included in the original directory. Confirm the special program with the park before traveling.
Information: https://www.threeriversparks.org/
57. Eastman Drop-In Discoveries: Water Stories Open Mic | Dayton
Time: 1–3 p.m., as listed in the regional event calendar.
Address: Eastman Nature Center, 13351 Elm Creek Road, Dayton, MN 55369.
Phone: 763-694-7700, nature center.
Admission: Free, as listed.
A nature-centered storytelling program.
Information: https://www.threeriversparks.org/
58. Holly Jolly Market: Final Day | Otsego
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: 101 Market, 8980 Quantrelle Avenue NE, Otsego, MN 55330.
Phone: Not independently verified.
Admission: Free.
The three-day holiday market concludes.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
59. Cabela's Santa's Wonderland | Rogers
Time: Previously listed as 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; confirm.
Venue: Cabela's, Rogers.
Exact street address: Not independently verified for this edition.
Phone: Contact the Rogers store through the official store directory.
Admission: Free; reservations may be required.
A seasonal Santa experience for families.
Information: https://www.cabelas.com/
SUNDAY: MINNEAPOLIS
60. Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo: Final Day
Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 Second Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-335-6000, venue.
Admission: Previously listed as $6 adults.
The holiday market concludes.
Information: https://www.giftandartexpo.com/
61. Family Day at Mia: Inside Out
Time: Beginning at 10 a.m., as previously listed.
Address: Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404.
Phone: 612-870-3000.
Admission: General museum admission free.
Family art exploration and creative activities.
Information: https://new.artsmia.org/
62. The Musical Tales of Hans Christian Andersen | Minnesota Orchestra
Time: 2 p.m.
Address: Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-371-5656, ticket services.
Admission: Ticketed.
A family concert inspired by Andersen's stories.
Information: https://www.minnesotaorchestra.org/
63. Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Utah Jazz
Time: 6 p.m.
Address: Target Center, 600 First Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-673-1300, venue.
Admission: Ticketed.
The Timberwolves host the Utah Jazz.
Information: https://www.nba.com/timberwolves/
64. Jack White Live 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Address: The Armory, 500 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415.
Phone: Venue contact not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
Jack White performs in Minneapolis.
Information: https://armorymn.com/
65. The War and Treaty
Time: Sunday evening; ticketing records conflict.
Venue: First Avenue or Varsity Theater, Minneapolis. The exact venue remains unresolved in the available ticketing listings.
Addresses: First Avenue, 701 First Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55403; Varsity Theater, 1308 Fourth Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414.
Phone: 612-338-8388, First Avenue; Varsity contact not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
Do not travel without confirming the venue shown on the issued ticket.
Information: https://first-avenue.com/
66. Neil deGrasse Tyson: Science as a Way of Knowing
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Address: State Theatre, 805 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402.
Phone: 612-339-7007, Hennepin Arts ticketing.
Admission: Ticketed.
A presentation exploring scientific thinking and evidence.
Information: https://hennepinarts.org/
67. Eivør | Fine Line
Time: Previously listed as 8 p.m.; confirm.
Address: Fine Line, 318 First Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55401.
Phone: Venue contact not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
A concert featuring the Faroese singer.
Information: https://first-avenue.com/
68. Maddie Zahm with Semler | Saint Paul
Time: 7 p.m.
Address: Amsterdam Bar & Hall, 6 West Sixth Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102.
Phone: Venue contact not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
Maddie Zahm performs with Semler.
Information: https://www.amsterdambarandhall.com/
69. How the Grinch Stole Christmas | Children's Theatre Company
Time: Previously listed as 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.; confirm the exact production and performance schedule.
Address: 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404.
Phone: 612-874-0400, ticket office.
Admission: Ticketed.
A holiday theater production listed in the previous directory.
Information: https://childrenstheatre.org/
70. Kunene and the King: Closing Day | Guthrie Theater
Time: Sunday; exact performance time unverified.
Address: 818 South Second Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415.
Phone: 612-377-2224.
Admission: Ticketed.
The production was previously listed as reaching its closing weekend.
Information: https://www.guthrietheater.org/
71. Six Chick Flicks | Minneapolis
Time: Previously listed as 2 p.m.; confirm.
Venue: Dudley Riggs Theatre, Minneapolis.
Street address: Not independently verified.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
A theatrical comedy performance.
Information: https://www.ticketmaster.com/
72. Teddy Thompson with Jenna Nicholls
Time: 8 p.m.
Address: Cedar Cultural Center, 416 Cedar Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55454.
Phone: 612-338-2674, venue.
Admission: Ticketed.
A Sunday evening concert featuring Teddy Thompson and Jenna Nicholls.
Information: https://www.thecedar.org/
SUNDAY: SAINT PAUL AND EAST METRO
73. Girls on the Run 5K | Minnesota State Fairgrounds
Time: Previously listed as 9 a.m.; confirm.
Address: Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 Snelling Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN 55108.
Phone: Organizer contact not independently verified.
Admission: Registration requirements apply.
A community running event celebrating youth participation and physical activity.
Information: https://www.gotrtwincities.org/
74. Ikebana Flower Show: Closing Day | Como Conservatory
Time: During conservatory operating hours; verify exhibition dates.
Address: 1225 Estabrook Drive, Saint Paul, MN 55103.
Phone: 651-487-8200.
Admission: Free; donations encouraged.
Japanese floral arrangement displays.
Information: https://comozooconservatory.org/
75. Como Conservatory Fall Flower Show
Time: During conservatory operating hours.
Address: 1225 Estabrook Drive, Saint Paul, MN 55103.
Phone: 651-487-8200.
Admission: Free; donations encouraged.
Seasonal horticultural displays.
Information: https://comozooconservatory.org/
76. Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra: Bach's Fifth Partita
Time: Previously listed as 3 p.m.; confirm.
Venue: St. Andrew's Lutheran Church was listed previously, but the specific performance location requires confirmation.
Street address: Not verified for this performance.
Phone: 651-291-1144, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra ticketing.
Admission: Ticketed.
A chamber music program featuring Bach and other composers.
Information: https://www.thespco.org/
77. Peggy's Holiday Boutique | Roseville
Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Roseville Skating Center, 2661 Civic Center Drive, Roseville, MN 55113.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
Admission: Free, as previously listed.
A holiday boutique featuring work by artists and craftspeople.
Information: https://peggysholidayboutique.com/
78. Holiday Fair Trade Market: Final Day | Falcon Heights
Time: Noon–3 p.m., as previously listed.
Address: Garden Community Church, 1440 Garden Avenue, Falcon Heights, MN 55113.
Phone: Not independently verified.
A final opportunity to browse Fair Trade gifts and merchandise.
Information: https://churchongarden.org/
79. St. Thomas Men's Basketball vs. Wisconsin–Green Bay
Time: Previously listed as 1 p.m.; confirm game schedule.
Venue: Lee and Penny Anderson Arena, University of St. Thomas, Saint Paul.
Street address: Confirm the arena's designated visitor entrance.
Phone: Athletics ticketing contact not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
A college basketball matchup.
Information: https://tommiesports.com/
ADDITIONAL WEEKEND EXPERIENCES
The following are regular attractions or ongoing exhibitions, not necessarily special events occurring exclusively on November 7–8.
80. Minnesota History Center | Saint Paul
Address: 345 West Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55102.
Phone: 651-259-3000.
Admission: Museum admission applies.
Exhibitions exploring Minnesota history, people and communities.
Information: https://www.mnhs.org/historycenter
81. Science Museum of Minnesota | Saint Paul
Address: 120 West Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55102.
Phone: 651-221-9444.
Admission: Museum admission applies.
Interactive science exhibits and family learning experiences.
Information: https://new.smm.org/
82. Mill City Museum | Minneapolis
Address: 704 South Second Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401.
Phone: 612-341-7555.
Admission: Museum admission applies.
Exhibitions exploring Minneapolis' flour-milling history and the Mississippi River.
Information: https://www.mnhs.org/millcity
83. Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Address: 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Phone: 612-375-7600, Walker Art Center visitor information.
Admission: Free.
Outdoor sculpture and public art.
Information: https://walkerart.org/
84. Como Regional Park | Saint Paul
Location: Como Regional Park, Saint Paul.
Visitor reference address: 1225 Estabrook Drive, Saint Paul, MN 55103, for the zoo and conservatory within the park.
Phone: 651-487-8200, zoo and conservatory; not a general park information line.
Admission: Free for public park areas.
Walking paths, open spaces and lakeside scenery.
Information: https://www.stpaul.gov/
85. Nickelodeon Universe | Bloomington
Address: Mall of America, 5000 Center Court, Bloomington, MN 55425.
Phone: 952-883-8800, Mall of America general information.
Admission: Ride tickets or passes required.
An indoor amusement park.
Information: https://nickelodeonuniverse.com/
86. SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium | Bloomington
Address: Mall of America, 120 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425.
Phone: Aquarium contact not independently verified.
Admission: Ticketed.
Marine-life exhibits and aquarium experiences.
Information: https://www.visitsealife.com/minnesota/
87. Minnesota Children's Museum | Saint Paul
Address: 10 West Seventh Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102.
Phone: 651-225-6000.
Admission: Museum admission applies.
Interactive exhibits designed for children and families.
Information: https://mcm.org/
88. Bell Museum Exhibitions | Saint Paul
Address: 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, Saint Paul, MN 55113.
Phone: 612-626-9660.
Admission: Museum admission applies.
Natural history, science and educational exhibitions.
Information: https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/
89. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | Chaska
Address: 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN 55318.
Phone: 612-301-1210.
Admission: Depends on visitor eligibility and admission category.
Gardens, trails, galleries and seasonal landscapes.
Information: https://arb.umn.edu/
ADDITIONAL EVENTS DISCOVERED FOR NOVEMBER 7–8
These entries expand the original 89-listing master rather than replacing it.
90. Concordia Academy Holiday Craft Fair | Roseville
Date: Saturday, November 7.
Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Concordia Academy, 2400 Dale Street North, Roseville, MN 55113.
Phone: Event organizer number not independently verified.
The 10th annual holiday fair features more than 90 vendors, music and food.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
91. Chisago Lakes PTO Annual Craft Fair | Lindström
Date: Saturday, November 7.
Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Wildcat Community Center, 29330 Olinda Trail, Lindström, MN 55045.
Phone: Event organizer number not independently verified.
A community craft fair supporting the Chisago Lakes Parent Teacher Organization.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
92. Harvest Market at the Lodge | Excelsior
Date: Saturday, November 7.
Time: Not independently verified.
Venue: Event location requires confirmation.
Phone: Not independently verified.
A seasonal market appearing in the November 7 regional craft-fair calendar.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
93. Chanhassen Recreation Center Artisan Fair
Date: Saturday, November 7.
Time: Not independently verified.
Venue: Chanhassen Recreation Center.
Street address: Requires confirmation.
Phone: Event contact not independently verified.
A seasonal artisan fair included in the regional holiday market calendar.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
94. Stillwater Fall Craft & Vendor Show
Date: Saturday, November 7.
Time: Not independently verified.
Venue and address: Require confirmation.
Phone: Not independently verified.
A craft and vendor show listed for the weekend.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
95. Holiday Boutique & Lefse Sale | Apple Valley
Date: Saturday, November 7.
Time: Not independently verified.
Venue and address: Require confirmation.
Phone: Not independently verified.
A seasonal boutique and traditional lefse sale.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
96. The World Jubilee: Global Fair Trade Market | Edina
Date: Saturday, November 7.
Time: Not independently verified.
Venue and address: Require confirmation.
Phone: Not independently verified.
A market featuring Fair Trade and internationally sourced merchandise.
Information: https://givemethemike.com/minnesota-holiday-craft-fairs/
BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT
The weekend's calendar offers plenty of choices, but readers should check a few practical details before leaving home.
Addresses and entrances: Large venues may have different mailing addresses, parking entrances and visitor access points. Confirm the event entrance rather than relying solely on a street address.
Telephone contacts: Where a venue number is provided, it may connect to general visitor services rather than the event organizer. Some offices may not be staffed during weekend hours.
Admission and registration: Free events may still require reservations. Ticketed performances may sell out, and admission prices can change.
Accessibility: Contact the organizer or venue regarding accessible parking, seating, sensory accommodations and interpretation.
Weather: Check conditions before outdoor activities and dress in layers.
Event confirmation: Entries marked with unresolved schedules, addresses or telephone numbers remain research candidates. Readers should not make a special trip based solely on an unconfirmed listing.
THE TAKEAWAY
The weekend of November 7–8 demonstrates just how much activity takes place across the Twin Cities beyond the region's largest entertainment districts.
In Coon Rapids, Blaine, Champlin, Maple Grove, Andover and surrounding communities, volunteers, churches, schools and community organizations are creating opportunities for residents to gather, support small businesses and celebrate local creativity.
These events matter.
A holiday bazaar may not attract the same attention as an arena concert, but it can provide an important marketplace for independent artisans, raise funds for community programs and strengthen relationships among neighbors.
In Minneapolis and Saint Paul, the region's cultural institutions offer a different range of experiences, from literature and museums to theater, orchestral music and major sporting events.
The Twin Cities Book Festival celebrates reading, writing and independent publishing. Collectors Day at the Bell Museum reminds visitors that curiosity and knowledge can begin with the most ordinary objects.
The performing arts calendar brings audiences together through music and storytelling, while family programs introduce younger generations to creative and educational experiences.
What makes the weekend particularly encouraging is its variety.
Some events are free. Others require tickets.
Some take place in large venues. Others unfold in church halls, school gymnasiums, neighborhood markets and community centers.
That range matters because a healthy metropolitan area should offer meaningful opportunities for people of different ages, interests and budgets.
And sometimes, the most memorable experience is not the one everyone has been talking about.
It is the neighborhood gathering you almost decided to skip.
EDITOR'S NOTE
At MinneapoliMedia, we believe a good weekend should come with plenty of possibilities, a little adventure and, preferably, fewer arguments about where everyone wants to go.
This Weekend in the Twin Cities™ is our way of helping you discover the people, places, celebrations and experiences that make Minnesota's communities worth exploring.
This weekend is a particularly good opportunity to support local artisans, neighborhood organizations, independent artists and the volunteers who keep community traditions alive.
We hope you will consider visiting somewhere new, especially a neighborhood or suburb you have not explored before.
And if you return home from a craft fair with a decorative candle, a knitted scarf and three items you had absolutely no intention of purchasing, we understand.
November has a way of doing that to people.
Event schedules, admission prices and ticket availability can change, sometimes faster than a Minnesota weather forecast. We encourage readers to check directly with organizers before heading out, especially for outdoor activities, advance reservations and accessibility arrangements.
Most importantly, enjoy yourself. Support local artists, visit a neighborhood you have never explored, introduce someone to a new experience and remember that not every weekend needs an elaborate itinerary to become a good memory.
And if your carefully planned Saturday somehow turns into three unexpected stops and dinner somewhere nobody originally suggested, well, that sounds like a fairly successful weekend to us.
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