Free events in Anoka County, MN

DJ Trivia at Casa Rio Tex Mex Restaurant features a broad mix of questions that friends, family, and coworkers can enjoy. There is no cost to play, and prizes are awarded nightly.

The Andover Farmers' Market features a vendor roster that follows the seasons, and participation may change. Vendors include Goldeman Gardens, Dueling Grandmas Shortbread, Susan's Raw Honey, Something Sweet by Maddie Lu, Eggroll Queen, Addies PopCorn, Great Harvest Bread (Stillwater), North Country Farm, Natasha's Pierogi, Utecht's Homegrown Pork, Gilbertson Farm, Angel Hang Produce, Novak's Orchard, Xia Xiong Vang Produce, Home-Grown Vegetables, Da Xiong Produce and Flowers, Lor Yang Produce, MCL Greenhouse & Farm LLC, Sue Yang Produce, Jerry Xiong Produce and Flowers, Thompson Produce, and Dave Nelson Greenhouse.

Ramsey hosts a weekly farmers market focused on fresh produce, local foods, and vendors who grow or make what they sell. Organized by the City of Ramsey Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Ramsey Community Foundation, the market also welcomes community partners, includes occasional activities, and may feature up to one food truck and one Featured Ramsey Business at a time. The aim is to support local producers, strengthen community connections, and encourage healthy living in Ramsey. Support is provided by Security Bank & Trust Co., Ramsey Branch, with additional backing from Anoka County SHIP, the Statewide Health Improvement Partnership. A State of Minnesota grant helps make SNAP-EBT and the matching Market Bucks program available, expanding access to fresh, healthy food while sustaining the growers and producers who make the market possible.

Located in the parking lot of the Coon Rapids Ice Center, this farmers market highlights locally grown vegetables and berries, along with honey, jams and flowers. The vendor mix also includes crafters, artists and cottage bakers, and the selections change weekly for a fresh assortment each time.

Fresh finds return to the riverfront with an extended season of the Farmers Market on the Rum. This edition features up to 11 vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, cottage foods, farmstead products, flowers, and more. The market sets up outdoors at Riverfront Memorial Park, with a move inside City Hall if weather requires it. Planned by the City of Anoka, the offerings build week by week as the growing season advances. During the summer, the City’s Rockin’ on the Rum concert series takes place in the neighboring park, adding a musical backdrop to a market visit.

Enjoy DJ Trivia at The Ball Park - Twin Cities with questions spanning a wide range of categories. It is free to participate, and it is a good pick for families, friends, and coworkers to play together.

A wide-ranging set of trivia questions offers fun for friends, family members, and coworkers. It is free to play, and prizes are awarded each night.

This music bingo event is free to play, with a prize available in every round. All ages can take part, making it a family friendly activity.

A fun trivia night with a wide mix of questions that friends, family, and coworkers can enjoy together. Prizes are handed out each night, and it is free to play.

Enjoy a three-day fall shopping experience with free admission at the Anoka Ice Arena in Anoka, MN. Explore more than 100 booths featuring handmade and specialty goods, from unique gifts, permanent jewelry and boutique apparel to home decor, autumn accents, wellness and skincare items, woodworking, metal art and more. This family-friendly gathering spotlights local makers and small businesses in one convenient indoor setting and includes chances to win prizes.