Parish Festival Guide

Mike Dombeck, left, of St. George in Long Lake, walks the parish grounds during Corn Days Aug. 9, 2025, where he is known as “Corn Mike.” He is talking with, second from left, Scott Zappa and his wife, Wittne, who are with their three-month-old son, Maverick. Wittne Zappa is the daughter of Mike and Rowanne Dombeck, both of whom work at the parish and play key roles in Corn Days.
Mike Dombeck, left, of St. George in Long Lake, walks the parish grounds during Corn Days Aug. 9, 2025, where he is known as “Corn Mike.” He is talking with, second from left, Scott Zappa and his wife, Wittne, who are with their three-month-old son, Maverick. Wittne Zappa is the daughter of Mike and Rowanne Dombeck, both of whom work at the parish and play key roles in Corn Days. DAVE HRBACEK | THE CATHOLIC SPIRIT

Parishes in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis submitted their 2026 fall festivals for this guide, a comprehensive listing of auctions, games, food and fun hosted by our parishes.

JULY

St. Patrick, Jordan — Summer Festival, July 19: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 24425 Old Highway 13 Blvd. Live music, raffle, bingo, silent auction, pull tabs, kids’ games, country store and antique tractors. Grilled chicken dinner, snack bar, beer, soft drinks and water. Mass: 10 a.m. 952-492-6276.

St. Mary of Czestochowa, Delano — 43rd Annual Festival, July 19: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 1867 95th St. SE. Beef or pork dinner, kids’ games and inflatable, live polka music by Blake Klaustermeier and Friends Concertina Band, country store, raffle, silent auction, bingo, pull tabs, bean bag tournament and cemetery prayer service with color guard at 2:30 p.m. Hotdogs, beef sandwiches, chips, beer, wine and soft drinks. Mass: 10 a.m. 952-955-1139. stmarydelano.org/our-parish/festival

St. Michael, Stillwater — Emerald Festival, July 26: 12 p.m.-4 p.m. 611 Third St. S. Arts, handcrafts and farmers markets, holy card photo booth, baptism and school history displays, kids’ games, mini golf, crafts, baby race, live Irish music, Solanus Casey Trolley rides and raffle. Food, beverages and ice cream treats. 651-439-4400. stmichaelandstmarystillwater.org/2026-emerald-festival

Saint Raphael Catholic Church, Crystal — Parish Festival, July 31-Aug. 1: 5-11 p.m. July 31, 2:30-11 p.m. Aug. 1. 7301 Bass Lake Road. Events include cash-prize bingo, concessions and famous roast beef sandwiches, children’s games and an inflatable obstacle course, softball tournament, cornhole tournament (Aug. 1 only), live band entertainment, beer truck, pull tabs, and 21+ games. Concessions include brats, hot dogs, polish sausages, french fries, walking tacos, authentic taquitos, corn on the cob, popcorn, nachos, sno cones, mini donuts. saintraphaelcrystal.org/parish_ministries/parish-festival/

AUGUST

Nativity, Cleveland — Grill and Chill Festival, Aug. 1: 5-7:30 p.m. 200 W. Main St. Live music, cash raffle, silent auction, family yard games and kids’ games. All events will be held outside. Hamburgers, hot dogs, cash bar, Bloody Mary bar and more.  Mass: 4 p.m. 507-357-6633. maryschurches.com/

Immaculate Conception, Lonsdale — AugustFest, Aug. 2: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 202 Alabama St. SE. Live music, food, kids’ games and inflatables, euchre tournament (pre-registration recommended), bucket drawings, country store, big wheel, bake sale, cash raffle, bingo and more. Pork and dumplings meal, KC grilling station, ice cream, VanDenCookies, koblihy, beer and other beverages. Mass: 10 a.m. 507-744-2829. facebook.com/ICLonsdale/

St. John the Baptist, Dayton — Parish Festival, Aug. 2: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 18380 Columbus St. Chicken Dinner served from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., theme basket silent auction, bingo, kids’ games, adult games of chance, flea market, country store and raffles. Hamburgers, hot dogs, brats, chips, soft drinks and beer. 763-428-2828. sjbdayton.org

St. George, Long Lake — Corn Days, Aug. 8: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 133 N. Brown Road. Live music, beer garden, kids’ games, petting zoo, kids’ inflatables, silent auction, bingo, raffle, 5k and kids fun run, parade, wine pull, beer, hot dogs and brats, soft drinks, water, food vendors, ice cream and more. 952-473-1247. corndays.com

St. Joseph of the Lakes, Lino Lakes — Summer Festival, Aug. 8-9: 5-10:30 p.m. Aug. 8, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 9. 171 Elm St. Live music, raffles, concessions, bingo, games for all ages, car show on Aug. 9, Fireworks on Aug. 8, outdoor Mass on Aug. 8 to open our summer festival.  –Aug. 8: Pork basket, egg rolls, pretzels, hamburgers and hot dogs. Aug. 9: Chicken picnic, corn on the cobb, hamburgers, hot dogs, ice cream bars, both days beer, wine coolers, soda, margaritas. Mass: 5 p.m. Aug. 8. 651-784-3015. mystjoes.me

St. Wenceslaus, New Prague — St. Wenceslaus Church Festival, Aug. 10: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 215 Main St. E. Polka Mass, live music, cash raffle, bingo, welcome booth, bucket raffle, Split the Pot, kids’ games and maker’s market. Velvet Touch chicken dinner, food trucks, St. Wenc Grill, ice cream stand and beer garden. Mass: 8:30 a.m. 952-758-3225. npcatholic.org

Sts. Cyril and Methodius, Minneapolis — Summer Festival 2026, Aug. 14-15: 4-9 p.m., Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Aug. 15. 1315 Second St. NE. Live music, kids’ games, raffle, soccer and ecuavoley game matches. Ecuadorian and Mexican food options, beer, soft drinks. 612-379-9736. facebook.com/iglesia.san.cirilo

St. Gerard Majella, Brooklyn Park — Corn Fest, Aug. 14-15: 5-10 p.m. Aug. 14, 5-10 p.m. Aug. 15. 9600 Regent Ave. N. Live Music: GB Leighton 7-10 p.m. Aug. 14, Don Ho with Hi5 Brothers 7-10 p.m. Aug. 15, inflatables, games, silent Auction, bingo, raffle, pull tabs, Wall of Wine. American grill (burgers, fries, etc.), two Asian grills, ice cream, Fresh Sweet Corn, mini doughnuts, sodas and beer tent. 763-424-8770. st-gerard.org/about-us/corn-fest

Blessed Sacrament, St. Paul — Annual Fun Fest, Aug. 15-16: 5-9 p.m. Aug. 15, 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Aug. 16. 2119 Stillwater Ave. E. Aug. 15 events include bingo and concessions with bidding opportunities for a silent auction, Take-A-Chance and 50/50. Aug. 16 events include kids’ games, Loteria, cake walk, plinko, silent auction, Take-A-Chance and book sale. Aug. 15 food includes sloppy joes and hot dogs with basket option available. Aug. 16 food includes burgers, brats, hot dogs with basket options, authentic Mexican food including tacos and street corn, snow cones, cookies and pies. 651-738-0677. blessedsacramentsp.org

Sts. Joachim and Anne, Shakopee — JACS JAM, Aug. 15-16: 4-10 p.m. Aug. 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 16. 15850 Marystown Road. Polka Mass at 4 p.m. on Aug. 15, live music, games for kids and adults, chicken plop, bake sale, raffles, silent auction and quilt booth. Burgers, brats, hot dogs, sides, quesadillas, tacos, elote/corn on the cob, chips and queso, beer, wine, soda, pie, ice cream treats and other snacks. 952-445-1319. ssjacs.org/jacs-jam

Most Holy Trinity, Veseli — 59th Annual Ho-Down, Aug. 16: 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Aug. 16. 4939 N. Washington St. Polka Mass, continuous music, church tours, prizes and cash drawings, home-baked goods (including many Czech favorites!), silent auction, games for all ages and shuttle service. Grilled pork and dumpling dinner (11 a.m. until sold out), hamburgers, hot dogs, fun food stand and refreshments. 507-744-2823. mhtveseli.com/veseli-ho-down

St. Genevieve, Centerville — Annual Parish Festival, Aug. 16: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 16. 6995 Centerville Rd. Kids’ games, raffles, silent auction, bingo and country store. Chicken dinner, burgers, french fries, soda and beer. 651-429-7937. stgens.org

St. Thomas the Apostle, Corcoran — Turkey Dinner and Festival, Aug. 16: 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 16. 2000 County Road 10. Cash drawing, interactive kids’ area, beer tent, cash bingo, silent auction, craft sale, farmer’s market, bake sale, cake walk, hula hoop contest and much more. Turkey dinner and other concessions available. Mass: 11:30 a.m. 763-420-2385. churchofstthomas.org/parish-festival

St. Victoria, Victoria — Sunset Fest, Aug. 22: 8 a.m. 8228 Victoria Drive. Sunset Fest kicks off in the morning with a 5K Run and 3K Family walk. Dinner, music, bingoraffles and kid’s games. Mass: 5 p.m. stvictoria.net 

St. Mathias, Hampton — Fun Fest, Aug. 23: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 23. 23315 Northfield Blvd. Kids’ games, silent auction, bingo, country store, raffle and live auction. German potato salad with picnic foods, beer, soft drinks. Mass: 10 a.m. 952-454-0271. stmathias-hampton.com

Divine Mercy, Faribault — Spirit Fest, Aug. 29: noon-9:30 p.m. Aug. 29. 139 Mercy Drive. Parade, Live music, kids’ games, bingo, silent auction, mini golf, cornhole tournament, country store and outdoor movie. Formal dinner, outdoor foods, beer garden, soft drinks and movie concessions. Mass: 4 p.m. 507-210-9826. spiritfest.info

SEPTEMBER

St. Bridget of Sweden, Lindstrom — Block Party, Sept. 5: 6-10 p.m. Sept. 5. 13060 Lake Blvd. Live music, kids’ games, silent auction and marketplace. Concessions, turkey dinner, pop corn and beer tent. Mass: 6 p.m. 651-257-2474. stbridgetofsweden.org/blockparty

St. Mary, Stillwater — Germanfest and Wild Rice Festival, Sept. 11 and Sept. 13: 5-10 p.m. Sept. 11., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 13. 423 Fifth St. S. Germanfest events include live polka band and dancing. Germanfest food options include beer, wine and German food. Wild Rice Festival events include bingo, cake walk, kids’ games, country fair, football game on the big screen, grand raffle, inflatables, Lucky 7, money jar, silent auction, secondhand treasures, used books and more. Wild Rice Festival food options include chicken and wild rice dinner, bakery booth, beer tent, cotton candy and snack bar. 651-439-1270. tinyurl.com/86f2n72y

Holy Cross, Minneapolis — Nordeast Polish Fest, Sept. 11-12: 5-10 p.m., Sept. 11; noon-10 p.m., Sept. 12. 1621 University Ave. NE. Sept. 11 events include live music with the Backman-Carson Overdrive and the Jack Brass Band. Sept. 12 events include the Cynor Classic Polka Band, Dolina Polish Folk Dancers, Popbang (’80s and ’90s music) with the Edison Alumni Band and cash bingo (Sept. 12, 1-3 p.m.). Events both days include crafts, raffles, pull tabs, gift baskets, rabbit booth, mystery gifts and kids’ games. Authentic Polish food featuring pierogi, kie?basa, go??bki, bigos (hunter’s stew), potato pancakes, and Polish desserts, as well as beer, wine and a family-friendly snack bar on Sept. 12.

St. Timothy, Blaine — St. Tim’s Carnival, Sept. 11-12: 5-10 p.m. Sept. 11., noon-10 p.m., Sept. 12. 707 89th Ave. NE. Live music, kids’ games, bottle blast, country store, chuck a puck to win Twins tickets, pull tabs, cake walk, face painting, inflatables, bouncy house, raffle and silent auction. KC grill with burgers and fries, egg rolls, popcorn, mini donuts, beer, wine, canned cocktails, soda and ice cream. Mass: 5 p.m., Sept. 12. 763-784-1329. churchofsttimothy.com/carnival-2026

St. Odilia, Shoreview — Fall Festival, Sept. 11-13: 6-10 p.m. Sept. 11, 3-10 p.m. Sept. 12, noon-4 p.m. Sept. 13. 3495 Victoria St. N. Live music, Latino dancing, kids’ games, bottle blast, bingo, live and silent auctions, Book Nook, inflatables, cash and quilt raffles, puzzle contest and farmer’s market. Food trucks, Latino food, Men’s Club burgers, hot dogs, fries, adult beverages and soft drinks. Mass: 6 p.m., Sept. 13. 651-484-6681. stodilia.org

St. Rita, Cottage Grove — Fall Festival, Sept. 11-13: 5-9 p.m. Sept. 11, 4-9 p.m. Sept. 12, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sept. 13. 8694 80th St. S. Silent Auction with online bidding and bingo both Sept. 11 and 12 nights. Pig roast Sept. 12 evening, hot dogs, popcorn, beer, soda and water. Mass: 5 p.m. Sept. 12. 651-459-4596. saintritas.org

Holy Spirit, St. Paul — Spirit Fest, Sept. 12: 5:30-end Sept. 12. 515 Albert St. S. Kids’ games and music. Food trucks, beer and wine. Mass: 4:30 p.m. 651-698-3353. holy-spirit.org/spirit-fest

Holy Family Maronite, Mendota Heights — Lebanese Fall Festival, Sept. 12: 11 a.m.–7 p.m., 1960 Lexington Avenue, Mendota Heights. Music, Lebanese dancing, kids’ and adult games, silent auction and bake sale. Authentic Lebanese cuisine, beer, soft drinks and Lebanese coffee. Liturgy: 4 p.m.  http://holyfamilymaronite.org

Sacred Heart, Robbinsdale — Family Fun Fest, Sept. 12: 5-10:30 p.m. 4087 W. Broadway Ave. N. Purse bingo 2–4 p.m., kids’ games, bottle blast, regular bingo, raffle, and live band 45rpm 7-10 p.m. Pulled pork sandwiches, brats, french fries, mini donuts, Icee machine, beer, wine and soft drinks. 763-537-4561. shrmn.org

St. Bonaventure, Bloomington — St. Boni’s Fall Festival, Sept. 12: 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sept. 12. 901 E. 90th St. Car show (1979 and older) at 8 a.m., parade at 10 a.m., live music all day, kids’ games, St. Boni’s train rides, silent auction, craft tent, bingo, pull tabs, raffle and games of chance. Food booths including breakfast burritos, pork chops, walking tacos, Vietnamese egg rolls, state fair corn dogs, main food tent, beer tent and soft drinks. Mass: 7 p.m. 952-854-4733. saintbonaventure.org/fall-festival

St. Jude of the Lake, Mahtomedi — Cornfest, Sept. 12: 2-10 p.m. Sept. 12. 700 Mahtomedi Ave. Live music, kid inflatables, bingo, bake sale, raffle, yummy corn and more. Food from local restaurants, beer, wine, margaritas, ice cream and snacks. Mass: 4:30 p.m. 651-426-3245. stjudeofthelake.org/cornfest-2026

Holy Family, St. Louis Park — Fall Festival, Sept. 12-13: noon-10 p.m. Sept. 12, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 13. 5900 W. Lake St. Silent auction, inflatables, carnival games, bake off, bake sale, cornhole tournament, DJ, cash raffle and used book sale. Hot dogs, baked goods, cheese curds, beer and soft drinks. Mass: 5 p.m. Sept. 12, 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sept. 13. 952-929-0113. hfcmn.org/fall-festival

Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Maplewood — Fall Festival, Sept. 12-13: 4-10 p.m. Sept. 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 13. 1725 Kennard St. Bingo, theme baskets, book booth, games and activities for all ages, raffles, puzzle contest, cake walk and pull tabs. Sept. 12 food options include a roast beef sandwich dinner. Sept. 13 food options include food booths with brats, burgers, fried chicken and egg rolls. Mass: 4 p.m. Sept. 12., 9 a.m. Sept. 13. 651-777-8116. presentationofmary.org

St. Edward, Bloomington — Gather Fall Festival, Sept. 12-13: 6-8:30 p.m. Sept. 12, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 13. 9401 Nesbitt Ave. S. Kids’ games, bingo, silent auction, bake sale, 50/50 raffle and pull tabs. Sept. 12 evening is Eddie’s Spaghetti dinner, and Sept. 13 is Gather Festival. Food options Sept. 13 include BBQ and nacho bar, popcorn station, ice cream, alcohol and soft drinks. Mass: 10:30 a.m. Sept. 13. 952-835-7101. stedwardschurch.org/gather-fall-festival

St. Michael, St. Michael — Fall Festival, Sept. 12-13: 3-10 p.m. Sept. 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 13. 11300 Frankfort Parkway NE. Sept. 12 events include pickleball, bingo, bean bags, raffles, live music by Boogie Wonderland and fireworks at 8:30 p.m. Sept. 13 events include bingo, cake walk, kids’ games, market shopping, raffles, silent auction, and a raffle drawing at 4 p.m. Sept. 12 food options include food trucks, burgers, brats, beverages, and beer, bourbon and wine tastings from 4–8 p.m. Sept. 13 food options include food trucks, chicken dinner from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., pie, lunch and drinks. Mass: 5 p.m., Sept. 12. 763-497-2745. stmcatholicchurch.org/fallfestival

St. Patrick, Oak Grove — CountryFest, Sept. 12-13: 2-10 p.m. Sept. 12, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 13. 19921 Nightingale St. NW. Live music, kids’ games, teen games, classic car show, bingo, pull tabs, raffle, fireworks, silent auction, live quilt auction, rib cooking competition. Food tents, beer, wine, soft drinks, snacks and dessert. Mass: 5 p.m. Sept. 12. 763-753-2011. st-patricks.org/events/countryfest

Immaculate Conception of Marysburg, Madison Lake  — Marysburg Fall Festival, Sept. 13: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 27528 Patrick St. Live music, kids’ games, farmers’ market, bake sale and bucket raffle. Hot dogs, sloppy joes, brats and more. Mass: 10:30 a.m. 507-357-6633. maryschurches.com

St. Bartholomew, Wayzata — The Gathering, Sept. 18: 5-9 p.m. 630 Wayzata Blvd. Kids’ inflatables, games, live auction items, raffle, DJ and puppy party. Food, beer, wine and soft drinks. 952-473-6189. stbartsbulldogs.com

Guardian Angels, Oakdale — Fall Festival, Sept. 18-19: 5-8:30 p.m. Sept. 18, noon-9:30 p.m. Sept. 19. 8260 Fourth St. N. Sept. 18 events include casino games, silent auction, craft, bake and card sales, raffles and pull tabs. Sept. 19 events include craft, bake and card sales, minigolf, games for kids and adults, silent auction, jigsaw, cornhole and cribbage competitions, pull tabs, Lucky 7s and raffles, live music and fireworks. Hot dogs, hamburgers, nachos, cookies, chips, ice cream, beer, wine, margaritas and bloody marys. Mass: 4:30 p.m. Sept. 19. 651-738-2223. guardian-angels.org/fallfestival

All Saints, Lakeville — Fall Festival, Sept. 18 and 20: 6-9:30 p.m. Sept. 18, 11 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Sept. 20. 19795 Holyoke Ave. Sept. 18 events include bingo and pull tabs. Sept. 20 events include a raffle, kids’ games, llamas and inflatables for all ages. Sept. 18 food includes a catered meal by Las Tortillas. Sept. 20 food includes food trucks. Mass: 11 a.m. Sept. 20. 952-469-4481. Allsaintschurch.com/festival

Nativity of Our Lord, St. Paul — Nativity County Fair, Sept. 18-20: 5-10 p.m. Sept. 18, noon-10 p.m. Sept. 19, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 20. 1900 Stanford Ave. Live music, entertainment, carnival rides, games, bingo, cake walk, dodgeball, raffle, bake sale and a collectible corner. Food options include burgers, brats, corn on the cob, malts, pizza, beer, wine, soft drinks and more. Mass: 10:30 a.m., Sept. 20. school.nativitystpaul.org/nativity-county-fair

St. Albert, Albertville — Parish Festival, Sept. 18 and 20: 9:30 a.m. Sept. 18, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 20. 11400 57th St. NE. Friday events include the High Rollers All-In Classic Golf Tournament, registration and details on website. Sunday events include new truck raffle ($100 ticket), live music with SainTrio, theme baskets, 50/50 split the pot, kids’ inflatables, kids’ bingo, raffle drawings at 3 p.m. Sunday food options include chicken dinner (RSVP on website), snacks, beer and soft drinks. Mass: 10 a.m. Sept. 20. https://www.churchofstalbert.org

St. Helena, Minneapolis — Autumn Daze Festival, Sept. 18-20: 5-10 p.m. Sept. 18, 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sept. 19, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 20. 3204 E. 43rd St. Live music, carnival rides, kids’ games, silent auction, quilt and cash bingo, attic treasures, laser light show, parade, games of chance and baskets. Sept. 18 food options include a fish fry. Sept. 19 options include American, Asian and Hispanic food, ice cream, beer, soft drinks, malts, pizza, mini donuts and desserts. Mass: 5 p.m. 612-275-0431. sainthelenampls.org

St. Maron Maronite, Minneapolis — Lebanese Festival, Sept. 18-20: 6-9 p.m. Sept. 18, noon-8 p.m. Sept. 19, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 20. 602 University Ave. NE. Bingo on Sept. 18 evening. Sept. 19 and Sept. 20 events include kid’s events, live music and entertainment. Food includes a variety of fresh and authentic Lebanese dishes, including both meat and meatless dishes, Abouna ice cream, beer, wine and soft drinks. Mass: 10:10 a.m., Sept. 20. 612-379-2458. StMaron.com

Holy Name of Jesus, Wayzata (Medina) — Fall Festival, Sept. 19: 4-9 p.m. 155 County Road 24. Live music and dancing, kids’ games and crafts, face painting, cookie decorating, Dragon Train ride, inflatables, outreach ministry, country market and classic car show. Burgers, brats and hot dogs courtesy of the KC, tacos, pizza, popcorn, ice cream and more. Mass: 4 p.m. 763-473-7901. hnoj.org/event/fall-festival

Lumen Christi, St. Paul — Lumen Christi Block Party “BlockToberFest,” Sept. 19: 4:30-8:30 p.m. 1668 Montreal Ave. Outdoor Mass, music, food trucks, kids’ games and activities. Food Trucks, beer and wine. Mass: 4:30 p.m. 651-698-5581. lumenchristicc.org

St. Mary, Le Center — Family Block Party, Sept. 19: 5-7 p.m. Sept. 19. 165 N. Waterville Ave. Music, meat raffle, games and more. Street tacos, food trucks, root beer floats, hot dogs, beer, wine and soft drinks. Mass: 4 p.m. 507-357-6633. stmarysthenry.org/

St. Rose of Lima, Roseville — Saint Rose Block Party, Sept. 19: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sept. 19. 2048 Hamline Ave. N. Live music, kids’ games, raffle. Three food trucks, beer and wine. Mass: 4:30 p.m. 651-645-9389. saintroseoflima.net

St. Thomas Becket Fall Festival — Sept. 19: 4-8 p.m. at St. Thomas Beckett, 4455 S. Robert Trail, Apt. 202, Eagan. 4 p.m. Mass, followed by picnic dinner, kids’ and adult games, blow up slide, scavenger hunt, cake walk, silent auction, Bingo, fire truck, live band and more!

St. Vincent de Paul, Brooklyn Park — Harvest Festival Weekend, Sept. 19-20: 6-11 p.m. Sept. 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 20. 9100 93rd Ave. N. Sept. 19 events include an adults-only Oktoberfest celebration with live music and a DJ. Sept. 20 events include family fun with a DJ, games for kids and teens, bingo, pull tabs and a raffle ticket drawing to win $10,000. Sept. 19 food options include food trucks, beer, wine, seltzer, soda and water. Sept. 20 food options include pulled pork sandwiches, hot dogs, brats, chips, watermelon, dessert, pizza, popcorn, beer, seltzer, soda and water. Mass: 11 a.m., Sept. 20. 651-324-8322. saintvdp.org

St. Peter, Forest Lake — 2026 St. Peter Fall Festival, Sept. 19-20: Noon-9 p.m. Sept. 19, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sept. 20. 1250 South Shore Drive. The Little Blues Traveling Zoo, a Twilight outdoor cinema, silent auction, raffle ticket drawings, a visit from Princess Elsa, Bingo, and kids and adult games. Smoked turkey and pork dinner, beer, soft drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries, mini donuts, and more. Mass: 8:30 a.m., Sept. 20. 651-982-2200. stpeterfl.org

St. Peter, North St. Paul — Fall Festival, Sept. 19-20: 5-9 p.m. Sept. 19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 20. 2600 Margaret St. N. Live music, kids’ games, inflatables, craft market, silent auction, bake sale, bingo, cornhole tournament. Live music with the Express Band on Sept. 19, 6-9 p.m. Food options include pancake breakfast the morning of Sept. 19, food trucks, beer garden, burgers, African meat pies and ice cream. 651-777-8304. churchofstpeternsp.org/festival

St. Margaret Mary, Golden Valley — Fall Festival, Sept. 20: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 2323 Zenith Ave. N. Live Music, Kids’ Games, Bingo, Silent Auction-Baskets from Heaven, and Raffle. Traditional Indian dinner and American dinner options, soft drinks and dessert. Mass: 10 a.m. 763-588-9466. smm-gv.org

St. Peter, Mendota — Fall Festival, Sept. 20: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 1405 Sibley Memorial Highway. Classic car show, country store, online auction, kids’ games 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., inflatables, closest to the hole, bingo with cash prizes noon-2 p.m., live music, wine and cash raffle. Pulled pork sandwich, brats, hot dogs, corn dogs, sides, beverages, pie and coffee. Mass: 10:30 a.m. 651-452-4550. stpetersmendota.org

St. Ambrose, Woodbury — FallFest, Sept. 25-26: 5:30-10 p.m. Sept. 25, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sept. 26. 4125 Woodbury Drive. Carnival rides, kids’ games and activities, live entertainment, talent show, silent auction, bingo, bucket raffle, 5K race and fun run. Food trucks, hamburgers, hot dogs, pulled chicken, pizza, nachos, Culver’s food, beer, wine and soft drinks. Mass: 4 p.m., Sept. 26. 651-768-3030. saintambrosecatholic.org/fallfest

Our Lady of the Lake, Mound — The Incredible Festival, Sept. 25-27: 5-11 p.m. Sept. 25, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sept. 26, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 27. 2385 Commerce Blvd. Live music, silent auction, bingo, carnival rides and games, raffle and an Oktoberfest on Sept. 27. Food trucks, 21-plus beverage tent with beer, seltzer and wine, carnival food, soft drinks, sweets and more. 952-472-8200. incrediblefestival.com

St. John the Baptist, New Brighton — St. John’s FallFest, Sept. 25-27: 5-10 p.m. Sept. 25, 2-10 p.m. Sept. 26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 27. 835 Second Ave. NW. Live music, kids’ and adult games, fireworks, fun run, pickleball tournament, bags tournament, raffle, silent auction, car show, Grill the Priests, inflatables, Princess Visit, regular and designer purse bingo, The Baron of Bubble, model train display and Silent Disco. Pig roast, traditional Booya, burgers, pork and chicken sandwiches, ice cream, cotton candy, pork chops, corn on the cob, food trucks, beer, wine, assorted pop and water.  Mass: 10:30 a.m. 651-633-8333. stjohnnb.com/fallfest

Good Shepherd, Golden Valley — Oktoberfest, Sept. 26: 5 p.m.-end. 145 Jersey Ave. S. Meat raffle and live music. Food, beer, wine and soft drinks.

Mary Queen of Peace, Rogers — Fall Festival, Sept. 26-27: 5-7:30 p.m. Sept. 26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 21304 Church Ave. Sept. 26 events include polka Mass followed by dinner, music and country store. Sept. 27 events include bingo, country store, petting zoo, face painting, games, classic car show, live music and raffle drawings. Sept. 27 food options include a chicken dinner from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., advance ticket purchase recommended. Mass: 5 p.m. Sept. 26. 763-428-2585  mqpcatholic.org

Our Lady of Lourdes, Minneapolis — LourdesFest, Sept. 26: 5-9 p.m. 1 Lourdes Place. Live music, kids’ games, silent auction. Sandwiches, french fries, coleslaw, desserts, coffee, water, soft drinks, wine and beer. 612-379-2259. lourdesmpls.org

St. Hubert, Chanhassen — Harvest Festival, Sept. 26: 5-9 p.m. Sept. 26. 8201 Main St. Live music, food, beer and wine, inflatables, bingo, games and raffle. A variety of food options, beer, wine, soft drinks and water. Mass: 4 p.m. 952-934-9106. sthubert.org/event/harvest-festival-2

Assumption, St. Richard and St. Peter, Richfield — Tri-Fest, Sept. 26-27: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sept. 26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 27. Assumption, 305 E. 77th St. Silent auction, beer tent, coloring and photo contests, scavenger hunt, Project Linus, VEAP food drive, Richfield Police and Fire Department Demonstrations, family photo station, bake sale, books etc. sale, country store, crafts and gifts, raffle, pull tabs, bingo, games area and inflatables. Beer tent, 15  food stations with American and Latino food varieties, soft drinks, bar snacks and ice cream. Pancake breakfast on Sept. 27 from 8 a.m.-noon. Mass: 4:30 p.m. bilingual, Sept. 26, and 9 a.m. English and 11 a.m. Spanish, Sept. 27 at Assumption. 612-866-5019. richfieldcatholicparishes.org

St. Michael, Farmington — Feast Day Family Fest, Sept. 26-27:

Most Holy Redeemer, Montgomery — Most Holy Redeemer Fall Festival, Sept. 27: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 206 Vine Ave. W. Live music by The Bent Highway, kids’ games, obstacle inflatable, Touch A Truck, country store, treat walk, cash raffle, bucket drawings and more. KC food stand, Pizzeria 201 and beer garden. Mass: 10 a.m. mosthr.org

St. Charles, Bayport — St. Charles Fall Festival, Sept. 27: 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 409 Third St. N. Live music, cake walk, Perro Creek races, kids’ games, inflatable obstacle course and more. Food trucks, bloody marys, beer, wine, soft drinks and more. Mass: 9:30 a.m. 651-439-4511. stcharlesbayport.com

St. Gregory the Great, North Branch — 45th Annual Booya and Fall Festival, Sept. 27: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.  38725 Forest Blvd. Country store, silent auction, kids’ games, raffle with $1,000 grand prize, 50/50 raffle, bottle booth, wine bottle booth, cookie walk. Hot dogs, chips, homemade bars, water, lemonade and coffee. Booya by the bowl or quarts to-go, available until sold out. Mass: 11:30 a.m. stgregorynb.org

St. John the Baptist, Vermillion — Parish Festival, Sept. 27: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 27. 108 Main St. W. Kids’ games, silent auction, bingo, country store, raffle, peddle tractor pull and student performance. Pork chop on a stick, various food options, beer and soft drinks. Mass: 10 a.m. 952-454-0271. stjohns-vermillion.com

St. Pascal Baylon, St. Paul — Fall Festival, Sept. 27: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 1757 Conway St. Bingo, kids’ games, pies, baskets, jewelry and crafts. Pre-registration required for meal. 651-774-1585. stpascals.org

St. Timothy, Maple Lake — 73rd Annual Fall Festival, Sept. 27: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 27. 215 Division St. E. Kids’ games, bottle blast, cake walk, basket of chance, bingo, pull tabs, meat raffle, country store and cash raffle. Broasted chicken dinner, KC hamburger stand, beer garden, coffee truck, soda, candy, popcorn, ice cream truck and mini donuts. Mass: 10 a.m. 320-963-3726.

OCTOBER

St. Michael, Pine Island — St. Michael Fall Festival, Oct. 2 and 4: 4-7:30 p.m. Oct. 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 4. 451 Fifth St. SW. Oct. 4 events include country store, silent auction and other events. Oct. 2 night food options include all-you-can-eat fish fry with both baked and fried fish. Oct. 4 food will be available after Mass. Mass: 10:30 a.m. 507-356-4280. stpaulstmichael.com

St. Bartholomew, Wayzata — Oktoberfest, Oct. 3: 2-8 p.m. 630 E. Wayzata Blvd. Live music, kids’ games and bingo. Beer and brats for adults, hot dogs and pretzels for kids. Mass: 2 p.m. 952-473-6601. st-barts.org/events/oktoberfest

St. Mary of the Lake, White Bear Lake — Parish Festival, Oct. 3: 5-9 p.m. 4690 Bald Eagle Ave., Kohler Hall. Family and kids’ activities, bingo, and an Italian-themed Fellowship Dinner. Mass: 4 p.m. 651-429-7771. stmarys-wbl.org/event/parish-festival

St. Joseph, New Hope — 22nd Annual Fall Festival, Oct. 10: 3:30-9 p.m.  8701 36th Ave. N. Live music, bingo, raffle, silent auction, Wall of Wine, bake sale and kids’ games. Full turkey dinner, pulled pork dinner, popcorn, candy, pizza, soft drinks and beer. 763-544-3352. stjosephparish.com/fall-festival

Holy Name, Minneapolis — Fall Festival, Oct. 11: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 3637 11th Ave. Bingo, kids’ games, country store, live music, plants, pull tabs, raffle, silent auction, Treasure Cove and wine games. Burgers, brats, hot dogs, pulled pork, taco salad, snacks, desserts, popcorn, ice cream, beer and soft drinks. Mass: 10 a.m. 612-724-5465. churchoftheholyname.org

St. Agnes, St. Paul — Fall Festival and Booya, Oct. 18: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 530 Lafond Ave. Games, country store and raffle. Booya for eat in and takeout, brats, hot dogs, chips, German potato salad, turkey dinner, baked goods, beer and soda. Mass: 9 a.m. 224-325-5337. churchofsaintagnes.org

Our Lady of Peace, Minneapolis — Party at the Patch, Oct. 24 and 30: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Oct. 24, 3-7 p.m. Oct. 30. 5426 12th Ave. S. Oct. 24 events include pumpkins for sale, petting zoo, scholastic book fair, vendors, face painting, and kids’ scavenger hunt and games. Oct. 30 events include llamas, pumpkin painting, Movie in the Patch and scavenger hunt. Oct. 24 food options include Sizzling Wagon Food Truck and beer from Bruhaven Brewery. Oct. 30 food options include Brick Oven Pizza Truck. Mass: 5 p.m., Oct. 24. 612-824-3455. olpmn.org/pumpkin-patch

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