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Oct 17 – 26
Twin Cities Film Fest
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4 Classic Sports Bars – Where the Locals Hang Out

These aren't just sports bars – they're community hubs, steeped in history and filled with friendly faces.

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Hit the Trails in Minnesota’s Sweet Spot

One of the best parts about our area is all the beautiful nature that surrounds it. Here are some of our favorite trails.

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Oct 13
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Diners at the Park Tavern watching the Twins game
Food & Drink
4 Classic Sports Bars – Where the Locals Hang Out

These aren't just sports bars – they're community hubs, steeped in history and filled with friendly faces.

train alongside of bike trail with view of Minneapolis in the distance on a fall day
Outdoor Activities
Hit the Trails in Minnesota’s Sweet Spot

One of the best parts about our area is all the beautiful nature that surrounds it. Here are some of our favorite trails.

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Minnesota's
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Spot

We are St. Louis Park and Golden Valley, the closest neighbors to downtown Minneapolis. We thrive on our convenient location and Midwestern charm. Offering both outdoor adventures and cultural attractions, our area is the perfect setting for experiencing the entire metro region!

Go on a Virtual Getaway!

We've partnered with SLP artist Adam Turman and REM5 Studios to create a Virtual Getaway through the use of augmented reality. Try the experience at one our hotels or out in the community at Westwood Hills Nature Center, Brookview, The REC Center, Marcus West End Cinema and REM5 VR Lab.

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Fall Fun

Looking for an unbe-leaf-able time? Look no further than St. Louis Park and Golden Valley! From biking and hiking to sipping a cocktail, you'll find fall fun for everyone!

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Oct 17 – 26, 2024

Twin Cities Film Fest

Every October, the West End comes alive with movie magic as filmmakers and film aficionados alike descend upon the area for the Twin Cities Film Fest, a 10-day celebration of independent and Minnesota-made films. The Marcus West End Cinema plays host, screening over 70+ short and feature-length movies, from documentaries to dramas. Passersby may even spot a celebrity or two!

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People in a park watching a movie on a portable movie screen
Oct 4
Movies in the Park – Browndale Park
Drawing of cats and dogs wearing costumes for the Howl-o-ween event
Oct 13
Howl-O-Ween
OktoBeerMeatFeast celebration
Oct 4 – 5
OktoBeerMeatFeast
Cute forest animals playing instruments to promote live music
Oct 4
Music in the Park at Mill Valley Market
people buying vegetables at the Market in the Valley
Oct 6
Market in the Valley
A view of the Muddy Paws parking lot with food trucks, a musician playing and people eating.
Oct 10
Food Truck Night at Muddy Paws
kids dress up for Westwood Hills' Halloween party
Oct 18 – 19
Westwood Hills Nature Center Annual Halloween Party
Twin girls dressed up in Halloween costumes holding plastic pumpkin pails with bats flying around them
Oct 19
Great Pumpkin Festival
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