Two bumblebees sit in the blossom of a sunflower during the press conference on the harvest balance sheet of the Brandenburg State Farmers' Association (LBV) on the premises of Wulkower Agrar GmbH. According to the president of the LBV, Brandenburg's … (Photo by Soeren Stache/picture alliance via Getty Images)
(FOX 9) - Check out these alternatives to the Minnesota State Fair to help plan your weekend activities.
Have an event you want to see featured? Email me at adelaide.vanpelt@fox.com.
Flower Festival:
- Afton Apple 14421 90th St. S, Hastings
- September 3 and September 4
- Tickets: $5 per person
Head to Afton Apple Orchard for fresh air and check out their beautiful fields of sunflowers and zinnia during the last weekend of their annual flower festival.
Haus Party at Bauhaus Brew Labs:
- 1315 Tyler St. NE, Minneapolis
- September 2
- Free admission
Grab a beer at Bauhaus and some barbeque from Animales during this free concert. Bauhaus welcomes several artists to their patio at this party, including Graveyard Club, Rogue Valley, and a Songwriter Circle featuring Her Crooked Heart, Bathtub Cig, JE Sunde, and LAMAR.
Franconia Art and Farmers Market:
- 29836 St. Croix Trail, Shafer
- September 4
- Free admission
Visit Franconia's 50-acre outdoor museum and sculpture park to browse goods from local farmers and artists. Hang out after the market for free informational workshops on topics ranging from beekeeping to foraging, courtesy of Compeer Financial.
Free Events in Minnesota
Duluth-Superior Pride Festival:
- Duluth
- Events occurring August 30 through September 4
- Free admission for most events with cover charges at private businesses
This week, a pride celebration is filling the streets in the Twin Ports area. Drag shows and pre-parties begin as early as August 30, but this pride event officially kicks off with the Mayor's Reception at the Duluth Depot on Thursday, September 1. The main event is the festival at Bayfront Park all day Saturday, followed by a parade on Sunday.
Amplifying Solidarity:
- Northrop Plaza, University of Minnesota
- September 2 at 12 p.m.
- Free admission
This free concert series hosts musical artist Nur-D this week. Nur-D is one of the fastest-rising stars in Minnesota's music scene, with five full-length projects. He has toured alongside national acts like Migos, Logic, Tyler, the Creator, and The Wu-Tang Clan.
Labor Day Car Show:
- 17205 Forest Blvd. N, Hugo
- September 5
- Free admission
The 21st annual Labor Day car show is organized by the North Star Studebaker Drivers Club. Hot dogs and a variety of beverages will be available for purchase.