7566 Market Pl Dr., Eden Prairie, Minnesota

A drop-off workshop where kids ages 4–9 sculpt their very own haunted house out of clay — crooked chimneys, creaky doors, ghosts, spiders, and every spooky detail completely their own. This isn't a Halloween craft. It's a hands-deep, gloriously spooky masterpiece — and every creepy detail is theirs to choose. The kind that sits on the mantle all season long and gets spookier every time you look at it. Drop them off. Pick up a proud little artist carefully carrying the most gloriously spooky thing they've ever made.Cost: $45

Local Event: Spooky Creations Party (5-12y)

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Eden Prairie

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Spooky Creations Party (5-12y)

A drop-off workshop where kids ages 4–9 sculpt their very own haunted house out of clay — crooked chimneys, creaky doors,...

A drop-off class where kids ages 4-9 sculpt their very own K-Pop Kitty characters out of clay — Derpy the tiger and every favorite character brought to life with color, creativity, and serious K-Pop energy. Think bias-worthy details, bold K-Pop colors, and a clay Derpy with more personality than should fit in one small sculpture. The kind of take-home masterpiece that goes straight from their hands to the most important shelf in their bedroom. Perfect for siblings — one drop-off, double the fun. Drop them off. Pick up a proud young artist carrying a clay Derpy they made themselves.Cost: $45

Local Event: Parent's Time Off: K-Pop Kitty Clay (5-12y)

Parent's Time Off: K-Pop Kitty Clay (5-12y)

A drop-off class where kids ages 4-9 sculpt their very own K-Pop Kitty characters out of clay — Derpy the tiger and every...

A drop-off STEAM class where kids ages 4–9 design and build their very own BB-8-inspired robot — one that actually moves. This isn't a model kit. It's real hands-on engineering packed into one gloriously exciting build — combining creativity, simple mechanics, and the kind of "wait, I made that move?" moment that makes every young builder feel like a genius. Perfect for kids who love to tinker, create, and see their ideas come to life in motion. Drop them off. Pick up a proud young engineer carrying a droid they built themselves — and already trying to figure out how to make it go faster.Cost: $48

Local Event: Droid Builders Lab (5-12y)

Droid Builders Lab (5-12y)

A drop-off STEAM class where kids ages 4–9 design and build their very own BB-8-inspired robot — one that actually moves. This...

A drop-off art class where kids ages 5–12 paint neon haunted scenes, blacklight masterpieces, and glowing Halloween art that looks amazing in the light — and absolutely unreal in the dark. This isn't a Halloween craft table. It's black lights, neon paint, and full-on Halloween magic — every project designed to glow, drip, and wow. The kind of art kids can't wait to turn the lights off and show you. Drop them off. Pick up a young artist with a masterpiece and a story.Cost:&nbsp;$240-$250

Local Event: Glow-in-the-Dark Spooky Art Party (5-12y)

Glow-in-the-Dark Spooky Art Party (5-12y)

A drop-off art class where kids ages 5–12 paint neon haunted scenes, blacklight masterpieces, and glowing Halloween art that...

Arboretum AppleHouse

Just 1.5 miles west of the main Arboretum entrance on Highway 5, the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum AppleHouse is an iconic seasonal destination, featuring&nbsp;<a href="https://arb.umn.edu/AppleHouse/apples" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Minnesota-grown apples</a>, including varieties grown at the Arboretum’s nearby Horticultural Research Center.&nbsp;Many of the&nbsp;<a href="https://mnhardy.umn.edu/apples/varieties" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">University of Minnesota’s introduced apple varieties</a>&nbsp;are for sale, along with gourmet packaged foods, frozen pies, pastries, fudge, gifts and — in the fall — pumpkins, squash and gourds, also grown at the Arboretum. While supplies last, the AppleHouse also offers delicious Goldy’s Smokehouse meats, ice cream and Bee Lab honey from the University of Minnesota College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Science (CFANS). Visit us 9 am to 6 pm daily.

Local Event: Arboretum Apple House

Arboretum Apple House

Just 1.5 miles west of the main Arboretum entrance on Highway 5, the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum AppleHouse is...

A drop-off art session where kids ages 5–12 design and paint their very own Roblox avatar — then bring it to life with glitter, sequins, and gems that make every piece genuinely shine. Inspired by everyone's favorite fashion game, every avatar is completely original and every outfit is completely theirs. The kind of art that belongs on a bedroom wall and looks like it came straight off the runway. The glitter stays here — the masterpiece goes home. Drop them off. Pick up a proud young artist carrying the most glamorous thing they've ever made.Cost: $45

Local Event: Roblox Art: Dress to Impress (5-12y)

Roblox Art: Dress to Impress (5-12y)

A drop-off art session where kids ages 5–12 design and paint their very own Roblox avatar — then bring it to life with glitter,...

University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

Experience the Arboretum as you never have before with a brand-new light display! ADVANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE. Northern Lights puts the Arboretum’s trees in the spotlight while highlighting the beauty of Minnesota’s winter and the wonder of nature.&nbsp;The event will feature 18 all-new, interactive experiences that celebrate the beauty of the Arboretum’s nighttime landscape and transform the grounds and buildings into a light-filled wonderland with nature in the spotlight.&nbsp;Reserve your tickets on the website and join us!

Local Event: Northern Lights - TICKET PRESALE

Northern Lights - TICKET PRESALE

Experience the Arboretum as you never have before with a brand-new light display! ADVANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE. Northern Lights...

A drop-off STEAM class where kids ages 4–9 mix, stir, and create bubbling, fizzing Halloween potions — eerie colors, creepy ingredients, and just the right amount of spooky science. This isn't a craft table. It's a full-on Halloween chemistry lab — foaming reactions, mysterious mixtures, and the kind of experiments that feel genuinely spooky right up until someone asks "but why does it bubble?" and suddenly everyone wants to know. Equal parts witch's brew and real science — and every single experiment is designed to wow. Drop them off. Pick up a proud young potion master who already has a recipe in their head for next time.Cost: $48

Local Event: Potion Lab: Halloween Edition (5-12y)

Potion Lab: Halloween Edition (5-12y)

A drop-off STEAM class where kids ages 4–9 mix, stir, and create bubbling, fizzing Halloween potions — eerie colors, creepy...

A family art party where kids and grown-ups create bold, glowing masterpieces together under black light — neon paints, splatter techniques, and high-energy art materials that make every piece feel like pure magic. This isn't a quiet craft night. It's the kind of night where someone turns the lights off just to see what happens — and nobody wants to turn them back on. Every project lights up. No two masterpieces ever the same. The kind of art that shines at home — and brings back the whole night every single time you see it glow. Create together. Laugh together. Light up the night together.Cost: $22

Local Event: Extreme Family Fun Night: Glow Party (5-12y)

Extreme Family Fun Night: Glow Party (5-12y)

A family art party where kids and grown-ups create bold, glowing masterpieces together under black light — neon paints,...

Enjoy the tranquility and well-being of Shinrin-yoku (translation: 'Forest Bathing'), a Japanese mindfulness practice that invites nature to be your healer. Practice learning through guided awareness. Discover how the process can awaken your senses and calm your mind. Leave feeling refreshed and encouraged to continue your Shinrin-yoku practice. See select dates from October through December and visit the&nbsp;website for tickets and complete details. be sure to give yourself time to park and meet at the session location.

Local Event: Forest Bathing

Forest Bathing

Enjoy the tranquility and well-being of Shinrin-yoku (translation: 'Forest Bathing'), a Japanese mindfulness practice that...

Presented by the University of MN Landscape Arboretum and the University of MN Extension.&nbsp; The&nbsp;2027 ProHort Core Course offers comprehensive knowledge that has the power to transform your gardens! The online, at-your-own-pace course has 14 modules that cover a variety of horticultural topics. Registration ends on Jan 8, 2027 and the course begins on January 12, 2027.&nbsp; Sign up and see all the details and video on the website!

Local Event: 2027 Online Horticulture Course

2027 Online Horticulture Course

Presented by the University of MN Landscape Arboretum and the University of MN Extension.  The 2027 ProHort Core Course offers...

Experience the Arboretum as you never have before with a brand-new light display! ADVANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE. Northern Lights puts the Arboretum’s trees in the spotlight while highlighting the beauty of Minnesota’s winter and the wonder of nature.&nbsp;The event will feature 18 all-new, interactive experiences that celebrate the beauty of the Arboretum’s nighttime landscape and transform the grounds and buildings into a light-filled wonderland with nature in the spotlight.&nbsp;Reserve your tickets on the website and join us!

A caregiver-and-child sensory experience where little ones ages 12 months–6 years scoop, dig, race, and build their way through a prehistoric construction zone — uncovering fossils, zooming trucks, and creating the most gloriously chaotic dino-truck mashup they've ever seen. Every station is designed for hands-on discovery at their own pace — the kind of big, unhurried exploration that builds coordination and creative confidence without any of it feeling like learning. Just pure, wonderfully rumbling, trucks-and-dinos-sized fun. Come together. Explore together. Build something prehistoric together.Cost: $25

Local Event: Trucks & Dinos Sensory Play (12m-6y)

Trucks & Dinos Sensory Play (12m-6y)

A caregiver-and-child sensory experience where little ones ages 12 months–6 years scoop, dig, race, and build their way through...

A drop-off art party where kids ages 4-9 spin Halloween-inspired masterpieces on our jumbo spin art machine — bold eerie colors, sparkling glitter, and wild one-of-a-kind patterns that come to life with every spin. This isn't an art class. It's spiderwebs, creepy crawlies, and haunting details added by hand to a canvas that's already doing something spectacular. High-energy, gloriously messy, and packed with the kind of Halloween magic that only happens when a jumbo spin art machine and a room full of kids collide. Drop them off. Pick up a proud young artist carrying a spooky masterpiece that looks like it was made by a very talented ghost.Cost: $38

Local Event: Kids' Extreme Night Out: Spooky Spin Art (5-12y)

Kids' Extreme Night Out: Spooky Spin Art (5-12y)

A drop-off art party where kids ages 4-9 spin Halloween-inspired masterpieces on our jumbo spin art machine — bold eerie...

A drop-off art party where kids ages 3–9 spend three spooky, silly, creative hours making Halloween-inspired masterpieces — glowing colors, creepy-cute monsters, and just the right amount of fright. This isn't a Halloween craft table. It's a full night of hands-on Halloween art packed with the kind of spooky silliness that only happens when the lights go down and the creativity goes up. Perfect for siblings — one drop-off, double the fun. Drop them off. Pick up a proud young artist buzzing with Halloween energy and carrying something genuinely spooktacular.Cost: $45

Local Event: Kids Night Out: Spooktacular Art (5-12y)

Kids Night Out: Spooktacular Art (5-12y)

A drop-off art party where kids ages 3–9 spend three spooky, silly, creative hours making Halloween-inspired masterpieces —...

Eden Prairie Center

Hey Pokémon fans! The PokeConnect card show is returning to Eden Prairie Center Friday, October 23 – Sunday, October 25 AND AGAIN on Friday, November 20 – Sunday, November 22!
Make this a weekend to remember and bring your Pokémon/TCG collections to trade with fellow enthusiasts. Browse 150+ tables featuring rare cards, sealed packs, and collectibles from professional vendors. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out, the PokeConnect Card Show is the perfect place to explore, connect, and celebrate your passion.Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am - 8:00 pmSunday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Local Event: PokeConnect Show - October 23-25

PokeConnect Show - October 23-25

Hey Pokémon fans! The PokeConnect card show is returning to Eden Prairie Center Friday, October 23 – Sunday, October 25 AND...

A caregiver-and-child art session where little ones ages 2–6 paint their very own messy monster on canvas — every googly-eyed, gloriously chaotic detail completely their own. Think not-too-spooky, creepy-cute monsters in every color imaginable — brought to life through paint, textures, and the kind of happy accidents that only happen when the smallest hands are in charge. Paint it. Glue it. Squish it. Make it. More than an art class, it's your every-other-Sunday chance to slow down, connect, and create something together that goes straight from their little hands to your wall. All the mess stays here. All the masterpieces go home.Cost: $20

Local Event: Halloween Craft Party (2-4y)

Halloween Craft Party (2-4y)

A caregiver-and-child art session where little ones ages 2–6 paint their very own messy monster on canvas — every googly-eyed,...

See the Arboretum in a new light! Come out on a&nbsp;Monday night and explore the Arboretum under the glow of the full moon during these special after-hours events that invite visitors to learn about astronomy and the natural world. Wander tea-light-lit paths to find the best moon-viewing locations, then gather by a cozy bonfire to roast marshmallows. Please reserve your tickets on the website.

Local Event: Full Hunter's Moon Hike

Full Hunter's Moon Hike

See the Arboretum in a new light! Come out on a Monday night and explore the Arboretum under the glow of the full moon during...

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i9 Sports South Metro Minneapolis is a locally owned youth s

i9 Sports South Metro Minneapolis

i9 Sports South Metro Minneapolis is a locally owned youth sports organization serving families throughout Bloomington, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Savage, Prior Lake, Shakopee, Lakeville, Jordan, St. Paul, New Prague, and surrounding cities. The organization provides recreational league play for boys and girls ages 3–14, focusing on building confidence, character, and teamwork within the local community. They offer a variety of youth programs including soccer, flag football, basketball, baseball, and tennis. Designed to accommodate busy schedules, the organization features a convenient one-day-a-week format where practices and games occur on the same day. Their seasonal programs run for 5–7 weeks throughout the year, ensuring consistent opportunities for skill development across multiple sports. Families can expect a safe and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to participate, as the organization maintains a no-tryouts policy. To ensure a positive experience for all participants, all coaches are required to complete background checks, providing parents with peace of mind while their children learn and grow.

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i9 Sports South Metro Minneapolis is a locally owned youth sports organization serving families throughout Bloomington, Burnsville, Apple Valley,...

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