This is the first year that I'm aware of the Lantern Light Festival making it to Minneapolis. Being…read moreChinese myself and having limited events in the cities that relate specifically to my culture, it's always nice to see these types of events. Prior to going, I tried to look up information on their website. Needless to say, there's pretty limited information so I decided to just check things out myself. Hopefully my review can clarify some of the confusing things about this place. It's available September 7-October 22, only on Thursday-Sunday evenings. From September 7-October 1, it opens at 6 PM and closes at 11 PM. From October 5-October 22, it opens an hour earlier at 5 PM and closes at 11 PM. There are entertainment shows every hour (7 PM, 8 PM, 9 PM, and 10 PM). The 7 PM and 9 PM show are the same and the 8 PM and 10 PM show are the same, but there are two different shows so I would recommend going to the 7 and 8 PM show, or the 9 and 10 PM show so you can see both. They have a myriad of different entertainment, including acrobats and various type of Chinese dances. Each show lasts for about 30 minutes. They have plenty of seating available for these shows. The entire park is decorated with tons of different types of lanterns, shaped in almost anything you could imagine. It's very beautiful and unique, especially at night when the sun sets. They also advertise several other things that I'll try and clarify. They only have a few food trucks available, despite them advertising "Chinese food", I felt like most of the food was state fair American food (such as turkey legs, etc.). Food was definitely limited so I would either eat beforehand or just don't go starving since you can fill up on a few snacks. The remainder of the entertainment including Mining for Emeralds, various rides for kids, mini golf, inflatables, all cost extra. Though the Forbidden City Maze was free, it's just a small blow-up maze. Granted I'm not a child, but it took me about 1 minute to walk through it. Fireworks are ONLY on September 30th as far as I could tell. The reason I give it 3 stars is because it was so pricey for very limited excitement. It's $23 per ticket for an adult, but after all the fees and tax, it ends up being $28.70/adult. Even though the lanterns were beautiful, all you're really doing is walking through the field and looking at them which realistically, even if you are taking your time and taking pictures/videos, it would really only take a maximum of 30-45 minutes. Overall, I just thought it was really pricey for what we paid for. If there's any last minute advice I can give you, BRING MOSQUITO REPELLENT. I made my mistake by not doing this and my legs got bitten alive.

Probably the lamest thing I have done in years. Stay away total rip-off $100 for General admin…read moretickets for me and 3 kids...The photo is of the mini golf...(which cost extra) but pretty much sums the place up.

The kids had so much fun this year!!…read more Parking there was ok, we got there before opening but omg the line to get in was terrible!!! Why did we stand in one spot for over an hour!? To get our bags checked? Crazy. All the lines were funneling into one which was crazy. When we got in there was plenty to do, see and eat! I did want to try more foods but the lines were longer. It also took longer to get our food. So much fun people watching and seeing all the costumes and people actually in character. Weather was hot but I appreciate it being towards summer and early fall.

We go every year, and every year, it's magic! If you're reading this, you probably know what the…read moreRenFest is all about, so I'll just share some tips: Water refill is in the privies sinks - bring an empty water bottle Some vendors only take cash - ATMs onsite You will stick out if you're NOT in costume - get into it! Tickets are a bit steep, but that's even more reason to take advantage of all the free entertainment! Take note of the times certain performances are happening and make your itinerary around that. Food is reasonably priced and all througout It can get muddy here - bring good walking shoes you don't care about We buy parking pass & tickets in advance online for a discount MY FAVES: The people watching The architecture EggFlip breakfast sandwich Live music in a cozy pub Tomato Justice giggles Putzing through the shops

What a bummer to see low ratings for such a fun place!! I have been coming to Severs since I was a…read morekid, and have always enjoyed it! The parking is free and I highly recommend doing no the cheaper presale tickets or get the online core you go! You get a discount and don't have to wait in line. When you get there, they do have a free program booklet/map. There are apples, honey and pumpkins for purchase and plenty of spots for you to take your fall photos. There is a north and south food area! Highly recommend the roasted corn! There are also classics like kettle corn, beer, alcoholic ciders, mini doughnuts and more! This year they added a BMX bike show and my boys REALLY like that! (Free) The maze is free and takes just under an hour for us to normally complete it. The petting zoo is also free unless you want to feed the animals. Then it's a few bucks for a cup of food. There is a giant slide, little train ride that goes around the grounds,hayride, pumpkin blaster, pony rides, and more that all have a small extra fee to them. I suspect this is why the ratings are lower. There are also large jumping pillows (adults can go on these too), shows, pig races, picture opportunities, small play ground areas, a large tire climbing area, zip line, hay maze, corn pit and more that are free. So plenty to do without having to shell out more money if you do not want to! This is a fall staple in my house! And we enjoy it every year!

If you're frugal family, I can NOT recommend this place at all. Don't get too excited by the…read morepictures and do your research before coming on how much everything cost. You pay 25 plus something dollars per person over 3 yrs to get in the door and a majority of the stuff inside still has an extra charge. That's $100+ for a family of four to just walk into the place!? Did I miss discounted tickets somewhere? - just make sure you digest all of the website so nothing gives your wallet a shock when you get there. BUT, however, if you have the extra expendable income - you should have a okay time and a extra price tags for most extras doesn't faze you for extras - it should be a decent time had by you and your little one's. Note: NO dogs. There is ample parking and you'll need it on the weekend as it for crowded VERY quick. It does have some cute gimmicky things instagram photo moments - that were luckily free. Everything on the grounds likes cash. Make sure you bring plenty of small bills to make vendors happy. It's a meh from me and I'll gamble on somewhere else next time.

I love this art fair! It happens every fall in early…read moreSeptember. If you know where Centennial Lakes is (think mini golf, bocce ball, paddle boats) then you know where this art fair is. Even though it is located in upper class Edina it is filled with dozens upon dozens of fairly priced vendors. Let's just say I rarely buy a thing at the Uptown Art Fair but I sure as heck buy several goodies every year at this art fair. It is over for this year (boo) but please be sure to mark your calendar for next year. Buy a corn dog (and some cheese curds!), wander the booths and be glad you read this review!

We were invited as guests of members to golf and have dinner and we loved it…read more The course is in amazing shape, especially considering how dry our summer has been. Not a dry spot on the course. We golfed after a heavy morning rain and no issues with driving on the fairways which helps speed up play. It's not an easy course so if you are looking to better your handicap, this isn't the course to do it. We played 18 holes in less than 4 hours. The staff is great. Very welcoming and helpful. Dinner in the club was also very good. I opted for a Sauvignon Blanc and a burger with chips. Everything was very tasty. So glad our friends invited us to join them.

I was here for an evening gala in November. I loved wearing a gown. As you walk in there's a…read morebeautiful wide staircase. The occasion was an auction for military spouses and recognizing them. Local celebrity Adam Carter of WCCO and his wife were at my table. The ballroom is beautiful. The steak and fish dinner was very good. I loved the champagne. I even got to be a tester for the photographer.

Last time I went to Soundset was in 2008 at the Metrodome parking lot. From humble beginnings of…read morebarely 10,000 to where on May 26 2013, over 28,000 Hip Hop fans gathered at Canterbury Park. Back in 2008, we got to see Eyedea & Abilities, Aesop Rock, Slug, Brother Ali and P.O.S. In 2013, all were there except for Eyedea. Prof performed instead of Busta Rymes, The Rugged Man was present, The Reminders were poetic and Tech N9ne killed it. Worst Part: The event organizers and those clueless parents who let their 12 year old kids run wild at an event where most are freely drinking, smoking and at a function where you have the tragicomic Juicy J telling the young females in the crowd to show their breasts and not in those words, yes, somebody's gotta realize of the unintended consequences. Than again, most of the blame lies with those dopey parents. Best Part: Snoop Dogg is a legend in Hip Hop and it was great hearing ol' classics like, California Love, Paper'd Up and Gin & Juice after not seeing him live since moving from Cali. I am a fan of Conscientious Rap and Political Rap, so I was pleased with the mixture of having The Reminders. But the best moment of Soundset 2013 belonged to Brother Ali paying a tribute to Eyedea - We miss you Mikey.

It's 2022..and 'Open Streets Lyndale' returns in full form; first time since pandemic started and…read moreit was back BIG! So much entertainment, fun and activities for the whole family it's a great community celebration! Welcome back!

Overall, the experience at night nation was solid for the price of the run. Check in was easy if…read moreyou opted to check in the day before and save money. And concessions were managed well. The one thing I'd recommend would be a more manageable start to the race. To be fair to the organizers, there were a lot of people to try to contain. But having everyone be set off at once and not doing it in waves increased running traffic greater than desired. Increasing risk of injury for everyone involved (competitive and non-competitive). My suggestion would be to let people go in waves, and let waves go from 7 til 8 in 5 min increments. Will increase safety and make for a mors positive experience for the runners as a whole. But outside of that, the production was solid. DJs were fantastic and the overall organization before and after race was well done for the crowd there. 3 star experience overall.

0 stars for shitty customer service, I will let all my friends know to spend their money else…read morewhere!!!

I always look forward to the Edina Art Fair because I know that I'm going to see quality artwork,…read morepottery, glassware, and other crafts. Only top quality artists are selected to display their work and it is one of the top rated craft and art fairs in the Twin Cities. I always find work that is creative and unique when I visit. Whether you actually buy something (which I frequently do), or whether you are just browsing for the fun of it, it's time well spent. The Edina Art Fair also has an ever increasing variety of foods they offer. They are now concentrated in one area, which makes it even easier to see what they have to offer. Pro Tips: 1. If you can, come when it opens on Friday at noon. The crowds are much less and the street parking is much easier. If you cannot do that, I recommend coming at 10 am, when they open on Saturday and Sunday to beat the rush. It's much easier and enjoyable to see the exhibits without the crush of people. 2. If you are looking for inexpensive snacks or drinks, go into the Holiday Gas Station, which is located in the food area. For example, you can buy any size fountain drink for a dollar vs. much more expensive and smaller drink options than are available from the vendors.

Always a great time at the Edina Art Fair. There are so many talents artists showcasing their…read moretalent. This year I racked up and upgraded my kitchen. I bought a cutting board from Kindler Woodworks, olive oil from Coccinella and a knife from Vivront. Until next year!