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There are so many things happening in the greater Grand Rapids area. Below are performances, live music, bingo, trivia, events, and so much more. 

October 2026
Writing in Haiku

The Northland Beckons: Writing in Haiku

Grow your creativity and writing skills in this fun haiku workshop. Writers will learn the structure and form of haiku, its origins in Japanese literature, and how Sandra Hisakuni connects this writing practice to Minnesota’s Northwoods. Workshop attendees will explore this powerful tool for mindfulness, joyful reflection, and playful expression. Writers will use words and […]
26 Oct
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Grand Rapids Area Library
140 NE 2nd Street, Grand Rapids, MN
9 year anniversary

Klockow Brewing Company 9 Year Anniversary Celebration Week

Holy Cats! 9 years old already?! Come celebrate with deals on beer and swag ALL week long! Monday-Saturday: All pints 2 for $9 Sunday: All pints $5 for MN Beer Day $10 for special edition MN Beer Day Pint Glasses (fill included) All week: All 16oz 4pks $9 64oz growler fills $9, $7 for KBC […]
26 Oct - 01 Nov
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Klockow Brewing Company
36 SE 10th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
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Music Bingo Mondays at RBC

Join us on Mondays from 7-9PM for a high energy, progressive bingo with Organized Chaos! There are 8 rounds, with 1-7 being traditional bingo prizes every round. Game 8 is a blackout round, with a cash/gift card combo prize that will increase every week! Before game 8 a we’ll randomly select the number of songs […]
26 Oct
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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MAC Open Studio

Free to MAC members or $5/session for non-members, this informal group is open to artists of all skill levels working in any 2-dimensional medium. Bring your latest project and create your art in a supportive community! No instruction is provided, but plenty of advice, critique, and feedback is available from the group.
27 Oct
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Macrostie Art Center, 405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, USA
Macrostie Art Center, 405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, USA
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Open Pottery

Instructor: Bruce BartosFee: $15 ($10 students) + materials and firingsJoin area potters and students of all skill levels in this informal, on-going weekly class. The instructor will be on hand to give one-on-one guidance and tips about techniques, glazes, and firings. Call by noon on Tuesday to register for that day’s session218-326-2697.
27 Oct
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Macrostie Art Center, 405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, USA
Macrostie Art Center, 405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, USA
Greenway Fall Festival

Greenway Fall Festival

You won’t want to miss this year’s Fall Festival! Pumpkin painting, cookie decorating and a cake walk with a small meal provided. Wednesday, October 28th | 5:00pm-7:00pm Mt. Itasca Free entry Questions contact Mindy at 218-256-1654
28 Oct
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Mt Itasca
200 Mount Itasca Dr, Coleraine, MN 55722
Fire in the Village

Every Day is a Good Day to be Indigenous!

Indigenous Every Day!Story Circle with Local Anishinaabewag Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 6-8PMMacRostie Art Center405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 Every day is a good day to be Indigenous! You’re invited to listen and learn from local Anishinaabe artists and culture bearers leading creative community efforts in our region. Facilitated by Fire in […]
28 Oct
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
MacRostie Art Center
405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
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