The Best Pumpkin Patches In and Around Minneapolis

Nicole Fallon

Tags local, minnesota, roundups

The Best Pumpkin Patches In and Around Minneapolis
Looking for a great family activity for a fall weekend? Try one of these Minneapolis-area pumpkin patches, complete with corn mazes, hayrides, and other fun activities everyone will enjoy.

The Best Minnesota Apple Orchards to Bring Your Kids

Nicole Fallon

Tags local, minnesota, roundups

The Best Minnesota Apple Orchards to Bring Your Kids
Apple and pumpkin picking are classic fall activities that the whole family can enjoy. Here are some of our favorite Minnesota apple orchards.

Labor Day Recipes: Appetizers, Drinks, Desserts for Your Party

Nicole Fallon

Tags holiday, labor day, party planning, recipes, roundups

Labor Day Recipes: Appetizers, Drinks, Desserts for Your Party
Planning a get-together to celebrate the end of summer? Here are some great ideas for your Labor Day party menu.

Weekend Getaways: 4 Last-Minute Summer 'Staycation' Ideas in Minnesota

Nicole Fallon

Tags local, minnesota, roundups, staycation, vacation

Weekend Getaways: 4 Last-Minute Summer 'Staycation' Ideas in Minnesota
Celebrate the end of summer with a last-minute local "staycation." Try one of our favorite spots for a Minnesota weekend getaway.

6 Must-Do Fall Festivals in Minnesota

Nicole Fallon

Tags festivals, local, minnesota, roundups

6 Must-Do Fall Festivals in Minnesota

Image credit: Canva While most people think of summer as "festival season," there are a few downsides to spending all day outside during the hottest time of the year. With the increased risk of sunburn, dehydration, heat exhaustion, and bug bites, you and your family might not be feeling your best after attending a summer festival. That's why we absolutely love fall festivals, and there's no shortage of them in our home state of Minnesota. Cooler temperatures make it a lot easier to spend the day outdoors, and bringing the kids to a fun weekend event can help ease their back-to-school...