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Get FREE Cheese Curds from Culver’s When the Gophers Score

Published September 4, 2026 | Updated October 8, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

If the Gophers score in the third quarter at a home game, you can get FREE cheese curds from Culver's! Football season = freebie season when our favorite teams score! Rooting for the Gophers this fall? Or maybe you just like cheese curds? You'll want to pay attention to the third quarter of each Gopher football Continue Reading

Filed Under: Great Deals, Sports

Minnesota Orchestra FREE Tickets for Kids

Published September 13, 2025 | Updated October 8, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Get Minnesota Orchestra free tickets for kids ages 0 - 18! Tickets are available for select concerts during the season with purchase of an adult ticket. If you visited Orchestra Hall on a class field trip like so many of us Minnesotans did as children, you may remember how impactful the trip was. The sights and Continue Reading

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Lantern-Lit Trail Nights at Richardson Nature Center

Published October 17, 2025 | Updated October 8, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Richardson Nature Center is hosting two FREE Lantern-Lit Trail Nights on Thursday, October 15 and Thursday, October 22. This is a fun way to get outside for some exercise and enjoy the fall weather while we still have the chance. Hike an illuminated autumn trail, relax around a campfire while listening to live Continue Reading

Filed Under: Events, Halloween, Parks

Ringler’s House on Haunted Hill (Brook Park) – Discount Admission

Published October 9, 2025 | Updated October 8, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Like a good scare? Check out Ringler's House on Haunted Hill! It's located in Brook Park (NOT Brooklyn Park) which is halfway between Mora and Hinckley on Highway 23. This attraction is a full experience that offers a unique blend of terror, suspense, and immersive horror. It's a 60-70 minute mega-trail packed with Continue Reading

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gangster ghost tour at landmark center

Gangster Ghost Tour at Landmark Center in St. Paul

Published October 2, 2025 | Updated October 8, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

History haunts the halls of Landmark Center in St. Paul as infamous gangsters return to life for the Gangster Ghost Tour. Perhaps you've heard of or researched some of St. Paul's history and the gangsters that made their home there. If you want to learn a little more, check out Gangster Ghost Tour at Landmark Continue Reading

Filed Under: Events, Halloween, St. Paul

Fall on the Farm at Historic Eidem Farm

Published September 30, 2025 | Updated October 6, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Jump into the past with some family fun at Fall on the Farm at Historic Eidem Farm in Brooklyn Park! I don't know what it is about fall that makes me want to visit a farm, but the connection is definitely there. It's so wonderful to enjoy beautiful fall weather outside in Minnesota! Saturday, October 10th, Continue Reading

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Upcoming Outdoor Gear Swaps & Sales in Minnesota – Skis & Snowboards for Fall

Published October 3, 2025 | Updated October 5, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

It's so fun and rewarding to explore our beautiful state of Minnesota, both inside and outside. All four seasons offer such unique experiences! However, outdoor gear can really make an impact on your budget if you're not careful. You probably already know that buying gently used is an easy way to save, but Continue Reading

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Minnesota Wild Training Camp Scrimmage

Minnesota Wild FREE Open Practices at TRIA Rink

Published September 26, 2024 | Updated October 3, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

See the Minnesota Wild for free at open practices at TRIA Rink! Sometimes professional sporting events just aren't in the budget, but you can often catch practices for free! The Minnesota Wild hosts a limited number of practices that are FREE and open to the public this season at TRIA Rink at Treasure Island Continue Reading

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Anoka – Halloween Capital of the World

Published October 3, 2026 | Updated October 3, 2026 | by Laura | 2 Comments

If you LOVE Halloween, you'll definitely want to visit the "Halloween Capital of the World" - Anoka, Minnesota! Minnesota – the state in which you can find a parade in all seasons. Winter, spring, summer, and yes, even for Halloween! Anoka, The Halloween Capital has a lot of events this time of year. Anoka Continue Reading

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NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet Discount Tickets

Published October 4, 2026 | Updated October 3, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Get NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet discount tickets for one of the Minneapolis performances at The Orpheum Theatre! I know it's really, really early to be thinking about Christmas. I mean, we haven't even celebrated Halloween or Thanksgiving yet! But I wanted to give you a heads up that if seeing the Continue Reading

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FREE Minnesota History Pass for 6th Grade Students

Published August 31, 2026 | Updated October 3, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

Did you know that 6th grade students get in FREE to any Minnesota Historical Society site or museum? It's a great way for children to explore history during non-school hours. Any child who is in 6th grade during the 2026-2027 school year is eligible for the pass which provides free admittance for the student only Continue Reading

Filed Under: Great Deals, Kids

Rack of costumes at Halloween Costume Exchange

Halloween Costume Swaps in Minnesota

Published October 3, 2026 | Updated October 3, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Donate or swap Halloween costumes in September and October to help the environment and save some money! Did you know the second Saturday of October is National Costume Swap Day? Get in the reuse, reduce, recycle energy and join in the fun all throughout the month of October, and even some in September! Many Continue Reading

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