And just like that, summer’s hit the snooze button. Time to swap out your tank tops for hoodies, brace yourself for the pumpkin-spice takeover, and dive into a September that’s packed with fun! Apple orchards are ripe for the picking, fall festivals are kicking off, and St. Cloud Pride week is just around the corner—mark those calendars! Get the scoop on the highlights below, and for the full event calendar, click HERE!
Summertime by George Finale
September 3
2024 Companion Walk for Animals: Woofstock
September 7
Woofstock will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 7th, at Wilson Park in St. Cloud. You can expect a walk (of course), music, food, games, and vendors. We’ll also have a walk-in-only $10 plus tax microchip clinic.
While this is a day full of groovy fun, the Companion Walk also is a key fundraiser for Tri-County Humane Society. Every year, TCHS takes in about 5,000 animals who are looking for their second chance.
Hemker Fall Zoo Fest
September 7
Join the harvest fun on September 7th starting at 10AM. The Fall Zoo Fest is a special event at Hemker Park & Zoo to celebrate harvest season. Discounted admission $16.00 + tax/person, shop local vendors, Apples from Apple Orchard for sale, and more!!!
3rd Anniversary Party at Back Shed Brewing
September 7 & 8
Annual Anniversary Sip and Shop Noon – 3 PM
St. Mary’s Block Party
September 7
St. Mary’s Block Party is scheduled for September 7, 2024, right in the heart of downtown St. Cloud! The event begins with Mass in the Cathedral at 4 pm. The celebration continues from 5pm – 10pm with food, games and massive inflatables for children, bingo, silent auction, wine wall, beer garden, and live music. Harper’s Chord takes the stage at 6 pm and Janelle Kendall’s Perfect Storm at 8 pm. This is a family-friendly event!
FREE! Movie Under the Stars – The Parent Trap (1998, PG)
September 7
Grab your lawn chairs or blankets for a FREE unforgettable night under the stars! Movie Under the Stars 2024 will feature the family favorite “The Parent Trap” (1998, PG) on the big screen, accompanied by yard games, inflatables and our concessions stand serving all your favorite movie-going treats. The fun starts at 6:30pm with the movie starting at dusk at the Whitney Sports Complex on field C-3.
Celebrate MN Concert at The Ledge
September 8
Celebrate Minnesota is back! Join us Sunday, September 8th, at The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park for a night of music, community, and a message of hope. Invite your friends and bring your family, as we come together to enjoy music by incredible artists like Jeremy Camp, Crowder, and Lecrae, plus other special guests and surprises. Sponsored in part by Spirit 92.9!
Stearns History Museum Concert
September 12
Join the Stearns History Museum on the museum lawn Thursday September 12th starting at 6:30p as the St. Cloud Municipal Band plays some of the most familiar and catchy tunes of the 1980s! Bring a lawn chair or a blanket, some snacks, and enjoy the show!
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
September 12
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band with special guest Brit Taylor will be at The Ledge Amphitheater on September 12. Click here for ticket information.
Into the Woods at the Paramount
September 13 – 15 & 20 – 22
A dark musical comedy intertwining familiar fairytale characters, each with a wish. Into the Woods is a Tony-award winning musical known for its clever storytelling and exquisite music with brilliant lyrics. It’s funny, dark, challenging, romantic, and full of possibilities – a cautionary tale that asks if happily ever after exists and reminds us to be careful what you wish for. Into the Woods will be onstage at the Paramount Theater for 2 weekends, click here for dates, times and tickets.
Cloud Coffee Fest
September 14
This is your opportunity to sample some of the best coffee in the area. Coffee roasters and shops will be coming from all over Minnesota (Wisconsin too!), giving you the opportunity to meet the faces behind your favorite coffee brands. Join us at Kinder Coffee Lab starting at 9AM on Saturday September 14. 
Opening Weekend at Stoney Brook Farms Corn Maze
September 14
Minnesota’s largest corn maze opens 9/14! The theme this year is Under the Sea. This years maze covers 35 acres with 16.1 miles of pathways. There are three different mazes you can do, each varying in length and difficulty. Come kick off the fall season at Stoney Brook Farms.
St. Cloud Craft Beer & CiderFest
September 14
St. Cloud Pride Week
September 15 – 22
Celebrate PRIDE week in St. Cloud September 15 – 22! The whole week is packed with fun activities for EVERYONE culminating on Sunday 9/22 with Pride in the Park and the Pride Puppy Parade from 12p – 5p at Lake George.
Pride Week Kickoff Block Party
September 15
St. Cloud Pride is holding its first Block Party to kick off Pride Week! Come over to the parking lot at Great River Regional Library for music, food, and carnival-style games. Fun for all ages on September 15th starting at 5p.
CRAFTS FOR CRITTERS
September 15
Downtown Festi-Fall
September 21 & 22
Stars & S’mores
September 21
St. Cloud Park & Recreation is excited to partner with St. Cloud State University College of Science and Engineering to offer this event for curious, nature loving kids, adults, & families alike! Learn from SCSU professors about the night sky and the celestial objects, make your own planisphere in the park shelter, and take a look through the telescopes! Join us September 21 at Wilson Park at 8:30PM.
*Please note: Pre-registration is required for all attendees. All youth under age 18 are required to be supervised by a registered guardian(s).*
St. Cloud Wine Knot 2024
September 27
An evening to enjoy wine samples, hors d’oeuvres, dessert, and best of all… the chance to walk away with designer shoes or precious gemstone jewelry! Join them for a fabulous girl’s night or make it a date night at the seventh annual Wine Knot, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at The Regency in St. Cloud. A portion of all tickets sold will be given to a local non-profit in Central Minnesota – The INDY Foundation.
Thompson Square at the Paramount Theater
September 27
The Grammy-nominated country duo Thompson Square has toured the world earning No. 1 records in three countries. Get your tickets to see them at the Paramount Theater on September 27 at 7:30p. This is a show you don’t want to miss.
Historic Harvest Festival
September 28
Join the Stearns History Museum for this FREE event at the museum! There will be: Vintage Style Carnival Games, Pumpkin Painting, Petting Zoo, Harvest Scavenger Hunt, Cake Walk, Yummy Food And more! Saturday September 28 from 10a – 1p!
BIBCo Oktoberfest Celebration
September 28