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Sep 19, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026

2026 Strolling Accordion

Presented by Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter at Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter Stillwater, MN

Various performers stroll the Gasthaus dining rooms during dinner service every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday throughout the year. Please see our calendar of events for more information.

Sep 19, 2026

Gold Medal Wine Tour

Presented by Saint Croix Vineyards at Saint Croix Vineyards Stillwater, MN

Hop on the Stillwater Trolley to visit Saint Croix Vineyards, Rustic Roots, and Two Silo in one afternoon! Come with us... learn about wine-making while enhancing your wine appreciation and immersing yourself in wine culture. Knowledgeable guides offer a welcoming escape from the stresses and routines of daily life while tasting some of the region's highest quality wines. Whether you're a couple seeking a romantic escape, or social group celebrating with friends, or a professional looking to connect with fellow wine lovers, this tour is designed for every kind of wine enthusiast. (Must be 21 years or older to participate.) Tickets: https://stillwatertrolley.com/gold-medal-wine-tour/ Duration: The tour lasts 5 hours Spend about 1 hour and 20 minutes at each winery. Tour Includes: Transportation Bottled water Tasting fees and appetizers at each winery Not included: Driver's gratuity or gratuity for guide and servers at the wineries On Saturdays: June 20, 2026 July 25, 2026 August 15, 2026 September 19, 2026

Sep 19, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026

Steamboats, Towboats, and River History

Presented by Prescott Area Historical Society at Prescott History Center

Please stop in and explore the history of our waters. We have nearly 1300 photos playing on 5 screens of Steamboats, Towboats, Logging, Ferries, Bridges, and general river history. Artifacts from the St. Croix river bottom. Real equipment from the towboats industry. Models from early 1900s vessels. A river fire in Hastings, MN. What is a wing dam? The history of the Prescott Spinner Company from 1920 to early 1940s is on display. Pilot licenses, stories, articles and more. And next summer 2026 we will continue our successful River History Speaker series, all 5 this summer were smash hits, the only thing our attendees asked for was more. So next summer we hope to offer 8 speakers to our offerings for Friday nights. And who knows what will come in the door tomorrow as people continue to bring us more items, stories, and more river related materials.

Sep 19, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026

2026 Oktoberfest

Presented by Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter at Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter Stillwater, MN

From Paulaner, Hacker-Pschorr, and Hofbräu beers imported directly from Munich Germany to roasted almonds and Hammer-Schalgen®, the most anticipated fall festival in Minnesota returns! Gates open on Fridays and Saturdays from 5pm to 10pm (21+ only) and on Sundays from noon to 6pm (all ages welcome).

Sep 19, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026

Grape Stomp Festival

Presented by Dancing Dragonfly Winery at Dancing Dragonfly Winery Saint Croix Falls, WI

Live music Saturday, September 19th, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. by Soul Shack, and 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. by Travis Anderson Trio. Sunday, September 20th, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. by Monkeys in a Zoo.

Sep 19, 2026 - Oct 04, 2026

Art Gallery and Open Hiking

Presented by Belwin Conservancy at Belwin Conservancy Savanna Center Afton, MN

Art Gallery Exhibition This fall, Belwin is hosting a gallery exhibition, Worlds Within Worlds, featuring the work of painter Suyao Tian. In this exhibition, Suyao Tian will presents a series of abstract, water-based paintings that respond to the natural rhythms and quiet presence of Belwin. Worlds Within Worlds is ultimately about connection — between visible and invisible realities, between humans and nonhuman life, between imagination and memory, and between the intimate and the infinite. Every system, being, memory, landscape, or form contains another hidden world inside it — layered, interconnected, and continuously unfolding. Suyao Tian’s artistic language is deeply shaped by her childhood experiences growing up as a single child during China’s one-child policy in the 1980s. “Cultural expectations and a highly competitive, exam-oriented education system emphasized memorization over critical thinking and imagination, affecting both school and family life for an entire generation. For me, the absence of siblings, the inability to have pets, and limited social interaction led to isolation and a lack of confidence. Nature became my primary source of communication and emotional expression. As a child, I spent time collecting small insects, placing them in jars, talking to them, and playing with them—they became my earliest listeners.” This exhibition will be on view at Belwin's Savanna Center at 795 Indian Trail S. Afton, MN 55001 from September 10 to October 4. Gallery Hours Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, 12 PM – 4 PM Artist Reception September 20, 5 PM – 7 PM Artist Talk Sunday, September 27, 3 PM – 4 PM…

Sep 19, 2026

Art and Ecology at The Acreage

Presented by The Acreage at Osceola at The Acreage at Osceola Osceola, WI

Art and Ecology at The Acreage Art and Ecology at The Acreage is celebrating its 6th season! Join us for an afternoon of free, fun and fascinating experiences at The Acreage on Saturday, September 19th from 1:00-5:00PM. Explore your creative side building and making at the Pop Up Creativity Labs! Discover new ideas to manage landscapes for pollinator habitat! Connect with local conservation groups like Pollinator Friendly Alliance, Wild Rivers Conservancy, and Cultivating Commons! And don't forget to stop by Nelsons Ice Cream for a free scoop! Tickets are free at Eventbrite.com. Wander, Wonder, & Create >> explore the immersive Greenhouse >> build native bee houses >> paint bee boxes >> weave with cattail reeds >> explore the pollinator meadow trails, & meet the horses & friends >> meet with experts from the Pollinator Friendly Alliance >> gather heirloom seeds with Cultivating the Commons >> visit ArtReach St. Croix’s Mobile Art Gallery >> extract honey & learn about bees with Bone Lake Meadows Apiary >> step into “Climate Chaser” the U of M’s Backyard Phenology Lab >> learn about bugs & make beaded insects with Dragons Wynd >> watercolor painting with Treehuas Studio >> learn about the St. Croix watershed with Wild Rivers Conservancy

Sep 19, 2026 - Dec 26, 2026

Live Music at Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub

Presented by Water Street Inn, Charlie's Irish Pub at Charlie's Irish Pub Stillwater, MN

Kick back with great food, your favorite drinks, and the sounds of talented local musicians in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. The perfect way to start—or end—your weekend. View our monthly music calendar at: https://waterstreetinn.us/calendar/

Sep 19, 2026 - Oct 03, 2026

Slow and Shifting Light

Presented by ArtReach St. Croix at ArtReach St. Croix Stillwater, MN

At dawn and dusk, we see light move ardently throughout the trees, hills, and rivers. This glow showcases wondrous colors, interesting textures, and gilded forms that we do not often see. The late Don Biehn and fellow Plein Air artist Megan Miller paint the shifting landscapes around them, while photographer Lars Samuelsson and potter Adam Gruetzmacher dive deeper into intentionality in their processes. In Slow & Shifting Light, these artists ask you to deliberately slow and rest on what they have captured. On view: August 27th – Oct 3rd 2026 Artist Reception: Thursday, August 27th, 6-8pm ArtReach St. Croix’s Royal Credit Union Foundation Gallery Hours ALWAYS FREE AND OPEN TO EVERYONE Wednesday & Friday, 10am-4pm Thursday, 10am-7pm Saturday, 12-4pm

Sep 19, 2026 - Mar 01, 2027

River Falls: 250 Years Ago

Presented by River Falls Public Library at River Falls Public Library

1776 TWO WORLDS, ONE YEAR When Americans declared independence in 1776, the future River Falls area was not an empty frontier waiting to be settled. It was part of a living Indigenous landscape-a shared homeland and borderland where Dakota (Sioux) and Anishinaabe/Ojibwe (Chippewa) peoples maintained deep connections to the land and waterways of the St. Croix Valley. While revolution transformed Britain's Atlantic colonies more than 1,000 miles to the east, the Kinnickinnic and St. Croix valleys remained part of a long-inhabited Indigenous landscape. The community known today as River Falls would not be founded for another seventy years.

Sep 19, 2026

Fall Migration Photography Walk & Talk

Presented by Friends of the St. Croix Wetland Management District at USFWS St. Croix Wetland Management District New Richmond, WI

Waterfowl Production Areas prioritize the restoration and protection of habitat for the benefit of migratory birds and other wildlife. They provide extraordinary opportunities to witness the wonders of wildlife on nature’s terms. Since retiring 10 years ago Mark Ritzinger’s curiosity as an avid birder and photographer have taken him to all 48 of the district’s WPAs and impressed upon him the importance of preserving and protecting wild spaces. Grab your camera and join Ritzinger and members of the Friends of the St. Croix Wetland Management District for a morning photographing birds and all things wild Saturday, September 19. Ask your questions in real time about what you’re seeing and how to capture the moment. Observe how wildlife relates to specific habitats and how that knowledge can help you make better photographs.

Sep 19, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026

Fall Sale at Oxyoke Pottery

Presented by Nick Earl Pottery at Nick Earl Pottery Marine on Saint Croix, MN

Sept. 19th-20th Sat- Sun 10am-5pm 16901 197th St. N. Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047 Host: Nick Earl Guest Potters: Autumn Higgins, Kate Marotz, Alexa McAdams, David Swenson, Emily Schollett Please join us for a beautiful weekend of art and community in the scenic St. Croix River valley

Sep 19, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026

Fall Sale on the St. Croix Trail!

Presented by Guillermo Cuellar Pottery at Guillermo Cuellar Pottery Studio Shafer,

18855 263rd Street, Shafer MN September 19-20, 2026 10 AM - 5 PM Guillermo and Alana Cuellar are hosting our annual fall studio sale! We will be joined by guest potters Olivia Jenson, Peter Paul and Willem Gebben. There will be jewelry and paper goods by Amber White, beeswax candles from Hilltop Handmade Goods and textiles by ArtAndes. If you don't come for these beautiful handmade things, come for a slice of Guillermo's wood fired pizza!

Sep 19, 2026

Rug Hooking

Presented by WHAT Art School at WHAT Art School Saint Croix Falls, WI

Instructor: Alycen Brothen Dates: Saturday, September 19 Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm Location: WHAT Art School Class Duration: 1 sessions/ 4 hours each session Class Size: 10 students maximum Member Price: $36 + $50 materials fee + $8 Admin Fee Non-Member Price: $45 + $50 materials fee + $8 Admin Fee Ages: 16+ Students will learn rug hooking with wool fabric strips on a linen backing to create a pair of coasters. Students will learn how to pull loops, hook straight and curved lines, and finish edges. At the end of the day students should leave with at least one finished coaster, supplies for a second, and a new love for this traditional artform.

Sep 19, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026

Saturday Afternoon Patio Music at The Freight House

Presented by The Freight House at The Freight House Stillwater, MN

Spend your Saturday afternoons with live music on the patio at The Freight House from 2–5pm. Enjoy riverfront views, refreshing drinks, great food, and live performances from talented local musicians in a laid-back summer atmosphere. Whether you're stopping by after exploring downtown Stillwater, meeting friends for drinks, or relaxing along the St. Croix, Saturday afternoons at The Freight House are the perfect way to soak in the weekend. Every Saturday | 2–5pm Patio Seating • Full Food & Drink Menu • Weather Permitting Grab a drink, settle into the patio, and enjoy an afternoon of live music by the river.

Sep 19, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026

The Art of Shadow Puppetry

Presented by Frederic Arts at Frederic Art Center Frederic, WI

The Art of Shadow Puppetry Instructor: Michael Sommers Sept. 19th, 26th & Oct. 3rd, 10th 6-8pm Ages 15 - Adult Imagine animating your story, a vision, a dream or perhaps even a nightmare! With Shadow Puppetry a form that elicits the fantastic, the humorous in a magical and fun filled way. Welcome to Shadow Puppetry! Shadow Puppetry is an ancient yet contemporary form of animation. Using cut silhouettes, light, a screen and sound, students will learn basic puppet fabrication techniques, develop content with the goal to create a short table top Shadow Play for an in-class performance. Invite your family and friends to be amazed and moved by your Show! The class will be in four 2 hour weekly sessions. I: Fabrication Techniques. The possibilities of content and story. II: Construction and Development III: Creation and Rehearsal IV: Performance. *Please note, there is a 4-student minimum needed to run class.

Sep 19, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026

Halfway to St. Patrick's Day Celebration 2026 at Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub

Presented by Water Street Inn, Charlie's Irish Pub at Charlie's Irish Pub Stillwater, MN

Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Celebration! Join us September 17–20 for a multi-day celebration of all things Irish! We’re kicking off the weekend with a 5-course Poured & Paired Guided Scotch & Cigar Dinner on Thursday, September 17 from 6–9 PM, followed by live music Friday & Saturday from 7–11 PM, food and drink specials, T-shirt giveaways, and more! Come raise a glass, enjoy great food, live music, and celebrate the Irish spirit with us all weekend long! Learn more at https://waterstreetinn.us/event/halfwaytostpatsday2026/

Sep 19, 2026 - Oct 03, 2026

Becoming Witness

Presented by A House Unbuilt at A House Unbuilt Stillwater, MN

A House Unbuilt invites the public to the opening reception for Becoming Witness, a collection of map-inspired pieces and hand-made ceramic vessels by Matt Dooley. This new body of work is an invitation to shift perspective from an aerial view to one of grounding and connection, “becoming witness” to our surroundings once again. The “map view” that we are all so familiar with has become an increasingly common way to interact with our environment. While ubiquitous, such a view can encourage a false sense of separation between ourselves and our environment, reducing it to a concept, making it ripe for objectification, manipulation, and control. From this perspective, we assume a position of authority, looking down, all seeing, in-control, as if we were God. Map-inspired pieces on the wall of the gallery tell a story of environmental exploitation, whereas hand-made ceramic vessels draw viewers to the floor, encouraging a sense of connection and grounding. Through this dropping down, Dooley hopes that we can begin to dissolve the sense of separation between ourselves and all things, encouraging an attitude of care, connection, and love for the places in which we live. Join us for the opening reception August 28, 6-8pm, refreshments will be provided and Dooley will give an artist’s talk. We also invite you to join us for a series of guided meditations in the gallery led by artist and yoga teacher Matt Dooley. Every Saturday will begin with a grounding ceremony, followed by a half-hour sit intended to drop us…

Sep 19, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026

Fall Celebration at Interstate Park Wisconsin

Presented by Friends of Interstate Park - Wisconsin at Interstate State Park - Wisconsin Saint Croix Falls, WI

Celebrate Fall at Interstate Park! Come celebrate the beauty of fall at Interstate Park on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20! Enjoy a weekend filled with family-friendly activities, fascinating programs, fall colors, and opportunities to learn more about the natural and cultural history of Wisconsin’s oldest state park. Stop by the Ice Age Center throughout the weekend for hands-on kids’ crafts, animal pelts, activities, and a special treat. On Sunday morning, head to Camp Interstate from 10:00 a.m. to noon to explore the newly improved CCC Interpretive Trail and its new signs telling the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and the important role the CCC played in shaping Interstate Park. While you’re there, enjoy cookies and treats inspired by recipes from the CCC Camp Cookbook. EDDY at Interstate Park! Saturday, September 19 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. EDDY (Education & Discovery Delivered to You) is a partnership-powered resource on wheels, bringing programs, exhibits, and river stories to your community. Created through a collaboration between The National Park Service - St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and Wild Rivers Conservancy Then at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, join Christian Cold at the Ice Age Center for Raptors of the Great Lakes Region. Learn about the amazing birds of prey that call our region home and enjoy an up-close look at live raptors during this special presentation. Come for a program or make a day of it—hike the trails, take in the fall colors, enjoy some family fun, and celebrate everything that makes…

Sep 19, 2026

Wild Wanderers: Prairie Walk

Presented by Wild Rivers Conservancy at Belwin Conservancy Afton, MN

The Wild Wanderers Hiking Club invites people of all ages to explore the St. Croix and Namekagon Riverway through guided hikes in some of the most beautiful lands that define our region. We strive to encourage a love of the outdoors, connections to nature, others, and ourselves, through shared appreciation for our natural environment. Belwin Conservancy protects 1,600 acres of land in the St. Croix River Valley and offer amazing trails for use by the public to experience the region. Join us to explore the Stagecoach Prairie, one of their most popular destinations! Ages: All ages Price: $10

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Calendar of Events

Events for January 2087

2026 Strolling Accordion

Gold Medal Wine Tour

Steamboats, Towboats, and River History

2026 Oktoberfest

Grape Stomp Festival

Art Gallery and Open Hiking

Art and Ecology at The Acreage

Live Music at Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub

Slow and Shifting Light

River Falls: 250 Years Ago

Fall Migration Photography Walk & Talk

Fall Sale at Oxyoke Pottery

Fall Sale on the St. Croix Trail!

Rug Hooking

Saturday Afternoon Patio Music at The Freight House

The Art of Shadow Puppetry

Halfway to St. Patrick's Day Celebration 2026 at Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub

Becoming Witness

Fall Celebration at Interstate Park Wisconsin

Wild Wanderers: Prairie Walk

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