Oktoberfest at 22 Northmen Brewing

A one-day festival celebrating falls most popular beer style – Oktoberfest! Brewed as a celebration beer for the harvest season, we love to celebrate this staple Lager! Join us for a day of activities including stein relays, stein holding contests, live music, trebuchet demonstration and more!

Kids are welcome, but activities offered are geared towards adults.

MUSIC 11am-6:30pm

11AM-2PM || TBD || Patio Stage
1PM-4PM || TBD || Jack’s Stage
2:30PM-6:30PM || TBD || Patio Stage

Oakwood Cemetery Walk 2024

History buffs and curious minds, assemble! Embark on a captivating journey through time with the Oakwood Cemetery Walk in Rochester, Minnesota, on September 21, 2024.
Step back in time and explore the fascinating stories of Rochester's prominent figures as we wander through historic Oakwood Cemetery. Tours will begin often from 10am - 2pm, so meet our knowledgeable guides at the Healy Chapel, where they will bring the past to life, sharing tales of: Lucy Wilder, Daisy and Henry Plummer, James and Birdie Reid, and MORE!
Registration at olmstedhistory.com/events

Naturally 7

The hills are alive with the sound of… Naturally 7! The boys are going to the movies to produce some of the greatest movie music in their own amazing style. 

Stunning! Sensational! Fantastic! Those are just a few of the reactions when someone experiences Naturally 7 for the first time. People throughout Europe, the USA, Asia and Australia have all had that same reaction.

Natural Dye Demo

Join Historic Forestville to gather natural elements from around Forestville and dye fabric. Use onion skins, black walnuts, and a number of other natural ingredients to dye skeins of fiber. Clothing comes in a variety of color from blue, purple, brown, yellow, and more. During the 19th century, natural dye was the most common practice of coloring clothing. Dye would be made up of natural resources from the surrounding area or purchased if a particular color was desired.

Movie in the Park - Shrek (Spanish Subtitles)

Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek (Mike Myers) whose precious solitude is suddenly shattered by an invasion of annoying fairy tale characters. They were all banished from their kingdom by the evil Lord Farquaad (John Lithgow). Determined to save their home -- not to mention his -- Shrek cuts a deal with Farquaad and sets out to rescue Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz) to be Farquaad's bride. Rescuing the Princess may be small compared to her deep, dark secret. 

Mata Ortiz Pottery Sale

Shop over 250 pots from Mata Ortiz, Mexico during this exclusive sales event. From September 18-21, 2024 White Bear Center for the Arts’ Community Studio will be lined with beautifully intricate pottery from Mata Ortiz, Mexico. Mata Ortiz pottery is a unique style of ceramic art based on pottery found at the archaeological site of Casas Grandes in the Mexican state of Chihuahua.

Las Migas

Twenty years ago, four women joined forces and talents to rebirth themselves as Las Migas. In a short time, they found their way to the top of the international flamenco music scene. They received their first Latin Grammy nomination in 2017 and won the Best Flamenco Album award in 2022. Also, they won an Independent Music Award (MIN) for Best Flamenco Album in 2020. 

Hairball

Performing the music hits from Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, Aerosmith, and more, Arena Rock tribute band Hairball is coming to Mayo Civic Center on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, August 9 at 10:00 a.m. at the Mayo Civic Center Box Office and Ticketmaster.com.

Fall Community Day

Join WBCA for an afternoon of fall-themed fun with live music, a pumpkin carving contest, make-and-take art projects, and more. Costumes are welcome! This is a FREE family-friendly event, open to all.

Wonders of the Night Sky

Make the stars your old friends as we watch the great celestial show in the skies over Grand Rapids. We start with a short orientation followed by quality time outside under the heavens. Get to know some constellations like the Big Bear, Pegasus, Cygnus the Swan, and the stories behind them. Some large reflecting telescopes will be used for close up views of star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and other wonders in the night skies.