This weekend in Shakopee, MN

Look for a broad selection of sterling silver jewelry by the rooster landmark near Lyndale. Now in its twenty-third year at the market, this seller reports a perfect run last season without a single weather-related absence, even on the blustery August weekend when rain blew sideways. A similar turnout is the goal again, without the sideways rain.

At Harriet Island Regional Park Pavilion, the Twin Cities edition of Get Your Rear in Gear brings together runners and walkers for 10K and 5K routes in support of colon cancer awareness. Participants can choose a timed 10K, a timed 5K, an untimed 5K walk, a kid’s fun run, and a 1 mile memory walk. The event begins with an opening ceremony that highlights fundraising achievements and concludes with runner awards. Packet pickup is offered ahead of time at the Colon Cancer Coalition office and at the pavilion, with on-site registration and day-of packet pickup also planned at the pavilion. Registration is complimentary for colorectal cancer patients and survivors.

A sensory friendly playtime at Edinborough Park in Edina offers a relaxed experience for children ages 1 to 12 with diverse sensory needs. The environment features softer lighting, quieter sound, and a smaller crowd to help reduce overstimulation. A quiet space is available for breaks, and sensory kits with items like noise canceling headphones help kids feel more comfortable. To maintain a calm setting, group visits and birthday parties are not scheduled during this playtime.

At the Golden Valley Farmers Market, a vendor will offer fresh-baked sourdough loaves, baguettes, and a few sweet treats. Bread tends to sell quickly, so availability may be limited. Support local makers, enjoy the community atmosphere, and take home something delicious.

Educator Amy Simso Dean leads a calm and informative birding walk hosted by Lakewood, open to all ages and all levels of experience. The outing begins with a short lesson on birding techniques and local species, followed by a slow-paced group walk of about 1.5 miles on easy to moderate terrain. Binoculars will be available. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are recommended, and seating is not available. The walk takes place near scenic Jo Pond, Lakewood’s onsite lake located about a half mile from the main gate, with directional signs to guide the way.

An early tailgate out back sets the tone for Week 5 as the Vikings head to New Orleans. SKOL spirit sets the mood before the action.

Enjoy a peaceful visit at WEE Farm with time to meet the resident animals, including horses Mac and Grizzly, goats, pigs, a donkey, and other friendly critters and pets. Help collect eggs and explore the grounds while hearing stories about the farm’s history. Pre-registered tickets through the website are required for all guests, and walk-ins are not permitted.

Introduce your child to lacrosse at a free beginner clinic at the FHS turf field. The session is led by the FHS girls and boys lacrosse coaches and players, creating a welcoming space to explore the sport. Kids do not need to bring equipment or have any prior experience, and the focus is on fun, community, and trying something new.

Discover West African drumming in a Level I weekly drop-in class led by Dan. Created for beginners and those with a little prior experience, the session teaches core rhythms and playing techniques while helping participants build confidence and deepen their feel for the music. Drums are available to use, and drop-ins are welcome. The class is open to all gender identities. The cost is $15 per person for each class. To protect the studio floor, please remove street shoes at the door; indoor-only shoes or slippers are welcome, and a limited supply of clean socks can be borrowed. The space is located in a basement and is reached by one flight of stairs.

Fairy Tails Grooming offers convenient walk-in nail care for dogs and cats, with no appointment needed. Services include dog nail trims, dog nail grinding, and cat nail trims. Prices are 12 dollars for a dog trim, 18 dollars for dog grinding, and 18 dollars for a cat trim, plus tax. Guests are assisted in the order they arrive. For questions, call or text 763-318-7685.

A lively farmers market with a weekly rotation of about fifty vendors, including growers, specialty food producers, chefs, and artists, accompanied by live music. It runs in all weather and is set in the parking lot of Settergrens of Linden Hills.

RFB Summoners Skirmish: Vendetta 2 brings a Standard event with Swiss pairings to Table Top Tournaments. The entry fee is $10. The winner earns at least one Championship playmat and a first round bye at Regional Qualifiers. Players who finish in the top eight receive at least one promo for their placement. Everyone gets at least one promo for participating, plus a pack for each win. Preregistration is available.

Viking Fest Minnesota features performances by the Harp Twins and the Volfgang Twins at the Dakota County Fairgrounds in Farmington. The performance schedule will be announced. After each show, the artists will meet fans for photos and autographs, and merchandise will be available. These performances are free for festival attendees and offer a family friendly experience.

The Food Truck Train makes a stop in Lakeville at Lakeville Fleet Farm, featuring Eggroll Queen favorites. Attendees can pick up items from the truck and enjoy a relaxed visit with friends and family.

Fans of the Minnesota Vikings gather for a fifth-week watch event at Park Tavern, with high fives, Skol chants, the fight song, and plenty of team spirit. Organizers post a new event each week so the bar can plan staffing and wings, and they ask attendees to mark Going to help with headcount. Look for the group’s dedicated section, where the cheers will be easy to find.

Connect with fellow Dungeons & Dragons players, run your regular session, plan one-shots, and share ideas with the store for future D&D events. Tables and terrain are available to use to your heart's content.

A spacious 2000 square foot romp room outfitted with ramps, tunnels, and plenty of litter boxes sets the scene for a rabbit play session and on-site grooming. Families can have nails trimmed and scent glands cleaned while connecting with other rabbit owners. To take part in the romp, rabbits must be spayed or neutered, vaccinated against RHDV2, and kept indoors at home. Please limit attendance to two people per rabbit and remain seated around the edges of the room, while experienced rabbit handlers supervise from inside the play area. Pricing includes romp admission at $5 per rabbit, with any additional rabbits free after paying for three. Nail trims are $10 with tax included, scent gland cleaning is $5 with tax included, brush out is $15 when available with tax included, and dematting is $20 when available with tax included. Shaving is available by appointment only for $40, tax included.

ACO Season 22 brings a regional stop to Neisen’s Sports Bar & Grill in Savage, Minnesota, with competition in World Singles, Level-Up Singles, and Doubles. The entry fee is $15 per player, and from each buy-in, $2 per event is retained locally to help fund future regionals. Only ACO-stamped bags made by current Season 22 Bag Partners are allowed, with older stamped models permitted if the manufacturer remains a partner. Players can participate under the free Starter Membership, which includes access to all ACO divisions at Regionals and Majors along with standings points, prize eligibility, and trophies, or choose the $60 Worlds Membership for the best ticket pricing, prize jerseys, and a 500-point signup bonus in Singles divisions. For questions, contact Mitch Quinnell at 612-423-9161 or mitchellquinell@yahoo.com.

Trylon Cinema presents a 35mm screening of The Conjuring, James Wan's 2013 film about paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they examine a Rhode Island family's haunting tied to a witch. Drawn from the Perron family account, it stars Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, and Lili Taylor, and runs 112 minutes.

Discover simple ways to refresh well loved clothing through creative mending and darning. The session begins with a practical introduction to core darning methods, then shifts to individualized repair on pieces you bring. Participants are welcome to arrive with sweaters, socks, or other garments that need attention so techniques for mending, darning, and patching can be applied directly to real items. Leave feeling equipped to handle repairs both small and substantial. Instruction is led by Riley Kleve of Better Days Yarn Co.

Enjoy a gentle, one-hour yoga flow alongside playful kittens. All proceeds support the Bitty Kitty Brigade, which teams up with foster care providers and partners with rescue organizations and impound facilities to improve survival rates for the tiniest and most vulnerable kittens in the Twin Cities metro area. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and Bitty Kitty Brigade staff will be on site to share information about adoption or fostering. Cost is a $25 donation. Space is limited.

Enjoy live music at the Arboretum as local bands and community ensembles perform in a scenic garden setting. Most concerts take place on Sundays from summer into fall. Performances are held on Newton Terrace by Rootstock Cafe, and move indoors if the weather does not cooperate. The season concludes with a Saturday show in MacMillan Auditorium. Food, beer, and wine are available for purchase from Rootstock, and the Rootstock Ice Cream Cart may be open when conditions allow. Entry to Music in the Garden is included with regular daily admission, and visitors are welcome to explore the Arboretum before or after the performance.

Give last year’s outfit a second life at the Edina Halloween Costume Swap at Edinborough Park. Bring costumes your household has outgrown or is ready to pass along, then browse for a new-to-you look for Halloween. The swap is free and open to everyone. Costumes can be dropped off in advance at Edina Fire Station 2 or brought directly to the event. Participants can trade, explore the selection, and help great costumes make the rounds again.

Designer Purse Bingo takes place at Broadway Pizza Eagles Nest in Robbinsdale, with sessions held on the second Sunday of each month from September through April. Packet options are available from $30 to $45. Players can pick a purse, play for cash prizes up to $150, or choose both. The schedule includes a coverall game with a potential payout of up to $1,000. Expect merchandise from brands such as Coach, Kate Spade, and Michael Kors. Early arrival is recommended for the best seating.

Experience a flamenco-infused reinterpretation of Jimi Hendrix as the Juanito Pascual Trio performs with guest dancers from Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theater. Minneapolis-born guitarist Juanito Pascual, praised by NPR as one of the leading flamenco artists in recent years, unveils a new tribute that blends Hendrix’s music with Spanish rhythms, blues, jazz, and rock. The trio features Grammy-nominated percussionist Tupac Mantilla and bassist Brad Barrett, whose dynamic interplay fuels improvisations that capture the spirit and intensity of Hendrix. The collaboration with Zorongo’s dancers brings music and dance together for a vivid, high-energy performance.

Affordable, inclusive Kung Fu training centered on practical self defense, open to adults and teens in a supportive environment. New participants are welcome to observe a session or take a complimentary first class. Instruction draws from the Southern Dragon tradition through the Yinglong approach, focusing on personal safety with principles of being practical, efficient, and effective. Movements emphasize direct, simple, and powerful techniques while maintaining the graceful, mindful, and disciplined qualities of Kung Fu. The practice is designed to enhance everyday life as well as personal protection. Information about costs after the free trial is available on the organizer’s website.

Opus & Olives is a celebratory gala that brings together national bestselling authors and hundreds of readers in support of The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library. Attendee participation helps advance early literacy, programs for children and families, digital equity and economic inclusion, and other lifelong learning opportunities. This book-focused gathering pairs a love of reading with meaningful support for vital library initiatives.

Held at The Finnish Bistro in St. Anthony Park, this open mic welcomes musicians, poets, and performers of all ages and experience levels to share their work in a relaxed café setting. A full sound system and an 88-key electric keyboard are available on stage. Most musicians can plan for two to three songs, with set length adjusted by the number of participants. Hosting rotates among local artists Ry Edwards, Caley Factorial, Lexi Modica, and Jun Sugiyama, and the series periodically features spotlight sets from standout performers. The café offers a broad selection of food, beverages, and desserts to enjoy while you listen or perform.

Each Sunday, Bingo Night at Green Mill features $20 packets, and proceeds support students in the Kennedy Choir program. The event is sponsored by the Kennedy Choirs and the Bloomington Lions.

Presented by AEG, MUNA’s Gets So Hot Tour arrives at Palace Theatre in St Paul with hemlocke springs joining the bill. This event welcomes all ages.

The Second Sunday fire and flow jam returns to Dragons Lair Performing Arts for a relaxed, practice-focused gathering. Spectators are welcome to watch, and experienced spinners can take part. Those planning to spin should bring their own fire props and fuel. Admission is free, and parking is free with plenty of space. This is not a performance or a party, but a community practice for people with some flow arts or fire experience, with safety support available for those who are newer. Start times shift with the season and sunset, so plan with that in mind. Bring friends, capture the moments, and enjoy an evening of movement and light.

Returning by popular demand, this soul revue centers on a heartfelt salute to Sam Cooke while honoring the artists who helped define a generation. Co-MingL brings songs associated with Marvin Gaye, Jackie Wilson, Ray Charles, Otis Redding, The Miracles, Smokey Robinson, and more to life with passion and power. A dedicated segment celebrates Sam Cooke, whose voice and songwriting reshaped the course of music. Expect an evening of rhythm and emotion that celebrates the golden age of soul in a memorable show at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres.

This Yu-Gi-Oh constructed format event has a $10 entry fee. Prize support is distributed in packs, with the payout based on attendance.