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Get into the Lynx party spirit and 8 other free things to do

Revel with Skol Nation, learn about Lebanese culture and enjoy fall festivals.

The Minnesota Star Tribune
September 8, 2025 at 2:00PM
Join a pre-game party at A Bar of Their Own before DiJonai Carrington and the Lynx play the Golden State Valkyries on Thursday. (Jeff Wheeler/The Minnesota Star Tribune)
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1. Minnesota Lynx Pre-Game Party

Get pumped to cheer on the hometown team before it takes on the Golden State Valkyries. (4-6 p.m. Thu. A Bar of Their Own, 2207 Franklin Av. E., Mpls. abaroftheirown.com)

2. Music at the Bridge

Classic rock, folk and soul band Space Force takes the stage for the final concert in the summer series. (6 p.m. Thu. Civic Plaza, 2219 Bohland Av., St. Paul. highlanddistrictcouncil.org)

3. Vikings Kickoff Concert

Country music performer Russell Dickerson gets the crowd amped up before the Vikings take on the Falcons. The Skol Line and Vikings cheerleaders will also make an appearance. (4:30 p.m. Sun. U.S. Bank Stadium Outdoor Commons, 425 Portland Av., S., Mpls. vikings.com)

4. Lebanese Festival

Come with your Lebanese spirit for a weekend filled with traditional Dabke folk dances, food and music. (Noon-7 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. St. Maron Maronite Catholic Church, 602 University Av. NE., Mpls. stmaron.com)

5. Otsego Prairie Festival

This fest screams entertainment for all. The roster features a bean bag tournament, car show, music, bingo, beer garden and culminates with a fireworks show. (10 a.m. Sat. Prairie Park, 8899 Nashua Av. NE. Otsego. otsegofestival.com)

6. Backstage Tour

The Minnesota Orchestra kicks off its season with backstage tours that includes a Q&A with principal conductor Sarah Hicks and musicians. The event also features family activities and performances by orchestra musicians and community ensembles. (Noon-10 p.m. Sat. Reservations required. Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Mpls. minnesotaorchestra.org)

7. Waite Park Fall Festival

Get free veggie burgers and hot dogs at the fifth annual fest while supplies last. There also will be live music and carnival games. (3-7 p.m. Sat. 1810 34th Av. NE., Mpls. facebook.com)

8. Autumn Arts Festival

Artists and crafters will have handmade jewelry, clothing, woodwork and more for show and sale. There also will be cultural performances, food trucks and activities. (11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. Casey Lake Park, 2101 17th Av. E., North St. Paul. northstpaul.org)

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9. Sarah Graham Trunk Show & Restyle Event

In addition to a shopping experience, guests can bring in unworn or sentimental jewelry that can be transformed into custom pieces. (10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri. 3826 Grand Way, St. Louis Park. stylebymax.com)

Have a free event? Email events@startribune.com three weeks in advance of publication for consideration.

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