Twin Cities Fear Fest

Twin Cities Fear Fest is a new haunted attraction coming to Mall of America in Fall 2025. Guests will encounter detailed sets, dozens of live scare actors, and special effects that create an intense, atmospheric experience. This indoor event will turn the nation’s largest mall into a Halloween destination for thrill-seekers across the Twin Cities. With multiple themed areas to explore, every corner will bring a new scare!

Wishes & More Winter Ball – Star Spangled Wishes!

The Winter Ball is our primary annual fundraising event, an inspirational evening where you will see our mission in action firsthand! You'll also enjoy the opportunity to meet a few of our wish kids and their families as they share the impact of our wishes, scholarships, and memorials from their own experience. This is not a run-of-the-mill gala full of back-to-back speeches and videos - our goal is to focus on our kids and their stories of hope, joy, and wishes fulfilled.

Some Romantic Evening with Dan and Sandy Adler

Bring your love out to the beautiful, Victorian setting of the Heart of the City Music Factory and enjoy an elegant dinner and dessert followed by a concert of romantic music by Dan and Sandy Adler!

Tickets are $45.00 per person. Event requires pre-registration. There will be no sales at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm. Gala begins at 7:00pm.

The Music Factory is located on the 2nd floor of the historic Old Milk Factory on the Rum River which is a non-handicapped accessible building and there are some stairs to climb

Murder Mystery Dinner at Winehaven

Join us for an interactive murder mystery dinner show while you uncover secrets, sip on intrigue, and savor every bite of a fabulous 3-course meal!

Don't miss this very special night when Winehaven Winery is transformed into the Barstool Saloon—a dive bar with a colorful past, a cast of rowdy regulars, and more secrets than bottles of beer!

Pull up a chair, sip some wine (or beer), and dive into a deliciously twisted tale. With scandal, million-dollar pull tabs, and tubthumping tarantella toxin on the table—no one leaves without pointing fingers.

HOWLeen Pet Costume Parade and Contest in Downtown Waconia

Beware of the Barkside: HOWLeen Pet Costume Parade in Waconia

Party and Parade Promises Pets Looking Fur-ocious!

WHAT: HOWLeen Pet Costume Parade and Contest in Downtown Waconia

Deck out your dog, cat, or other pets for a pawsitively spooky evening of fun, activities, education, and more. The HOWLeen event includes a costume pet parade through Waconia, photo opportunities, tricks for treats for kids and dogs, and a costume contest. This year’s theme is: Disney. Well-behaved pets and owners welcome.

Dinner and Dueling Pianos at Winehaven Winery!

Enjoy an amazing dinner and dueling piano show at Winehaven! The winery will be filled with the sounds of music from the 1970's all the way up to the current favorites! The doors open at 6:30 and dinner starts at 7:00 pm.

The menu includes:
- Antipasta Salad featuring fresh romaine, pepperoni, ham, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, black olives, onions, mushrooms and Italian dressing;
- Baked Lasagna with layers of pasta, meat sauce and Italian cheeses; and
- Spinach & Garlic Tortelloni tossed with parmesan and pesto cream sauce;

Community of Minnesota Resorts | Fall Conference & Vendor Show

Get Ready for the 2025 Community of Minnesota Resorts annual Fall Conference & Vendor Show!

Your CMR Education Committee has been hard at work crafting an energizing and valuable conference designed specifically for Minnesota resort and campground owners. This is your opportunity to step away from the busy season, recharge, and connect with people who truly understand the resort life.

At the Fall Conference, you’ll: