Found your Inner Otter? Great! Otter Tail Lakes Country is filled with unique communities and businesses that host events that are sure to entertain every otter out there! Take some time to peruse our calendar, but don't forget to mark yours!
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The Harvest Cup at Thumper Pond Join us September 27th & 28th at Thumper Pond for our end-of-season tournament — the perfect way to wrap up another great year of golf! You and the partner of your choice will compete against the field: ✨ Day 1 (Saturday): Best Ball ✨ Day 2 (Sunday): Scramble After […] 
Family Day at ABC Brewing! Looking for some laid-back, family-friendly fun? Swing by ABC Brewing each Sunday for Family Day — happening at both our Fergus Falls and Battle Lake locations! Bring the whole crew for: * Yard games & board games galore * Pirate ship play system** (Battle Lake location) * $3 OFF any […]
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Art@Home Tickets On Sale NOW! Tickets are $75 each and can be purchased in-person at Kaddatz Galleries or over the phone (218)998-4405. After 9 years, Art@Home is back 🏡 Please join us on Sunday, September 28th from 2-6pm for a progressive art party to benefit Kaddatz Galleries. This year's Art@Home Host Houses: ✨Jona Brown - […] |
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Calling all awesome people 55 years young and up, You are invited to a weekly Cards & Games afternoon! We meet Tuesdays at 2 pm in Vogrin Hall. See you there!
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Join us at the New York Mills Public Library for OTC on the Big Screen. Presented by Missy Hermes, Education Coordinator for the Otter Tail County Historical Society This event is free and open to all, but preregistration is encouraged! |
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WEDNESDAY HAPPY HOUR ALERT! Grab your coworkers, your trivia team, your weird cousin — whoever you need to FILL A TABLE (4 or more people) — and head to ABC Brewing Fergus Falls from 4–6PM! Here’s the deal: Fill a table (4+ humans required) at your table! Buy a pitcher, Draw for awesome prizes — […]
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Succulent Pumpkin Workshop Venue: ABC Brewing In Fergus Falls, MN Address: 1683 Ottertail Dr, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 Date: Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 Time: 5–8 PM. {Open House style}. Arrive anytime during the workshop; Allow approximately 30 minutes to complete your pumpkin. About the Workshop Celebrate fall with a hands-on succulent pumpkin workshop! Each pumpkin […] |
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Winter Trivia Night + Happy Hour is back! The first night on January 5th is a warm-up round so you can come check it out and starting January 12th we will start tracking league points. Top 2 teams will win a prize each night and the league winners will get growlers for a year! Trivia […] 
Join us for Sit 'n' Stitch- Weekly Fiber Artists’ Gathering Every Thursday 5:00 – 7:00 pm Free & Open to All! All are welcome at this weekly fiber arts gathering offering time and space for some fiber fun on Thursdays from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. 2025 Beginning in February 2025, Sit ‘n’ Stitch will return […] |
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Visit Perham Events Committee Sponsors throughout town all weekend for Oktoberfest Fun! Find the Stein Hunt starting September 22nd through October 4th! Grab your passport at participating businesses (TBD) and get hunting! Kick it off Friday evening at Silvermoon Lounge & Steakhouse with live DJ and specials. NEW EVENT! Saturday Morning - Pumpkin Fun Run […] 
Join Fergus Home & Hardware for their Customer Appreciation event on October 3rd & 4th. Two days of fun, food, sales, prizes, and live demos. 
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Welcome to the Greater MN Digital Marketing Summit! Join us for a day filled with exciting discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities all focused on the latest trends in digital marketing. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to up their digital marketing game. Keynote Speaker: Maha […] |
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Join us for Leaf Days at Maplewood State Park. This popular weekend is a great time to come to the park to experience the natural beauty of the fall colors, as well as participate in a variety of activities including leaf crafts for the kids, doll making, apple pressing, rope making, corn milling, bird houses, […]
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Join us for October-Fest kick off weekend! On Saturday, October 4th, we’ll have: FREE Gift Cards to the first 100 Customers A FREE Caramel Apple Bar from 9AM until Noon FREE Hot Dogs from 11AM until 1PM Guess the Pumpkin Weight Contest for a Gift Card And lots of more fun! Bring your family and […] 
Join the Weekly Early Explorers for infant/ toddler hour A time for our youngest learners to play and explore throughout the museum every Saturday from 8-9am. |
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Join us for the 2nd Annual Spooky Kickball Game at Broadway Park Free and open to all ages and athletic abilities |
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Join us for a fun filled night of station and truck tours, door prices and vote for your favorite Chili! All of the chili will be made by community partners. We will also be doing fire extinguisher and rope rescue demonstrations! |
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Calling all awesome people 55 years young and up, You are invited to a weekly Cards & Games afternoon! We meet Tuesdays at 2 pm in Vogrin Hall. See you there! |
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WEDNESDAY HAPPY HOUR ALERT! Grab your coworkers, your trivia team, your weird cousin — whoever you need to FILL A TABLE (4 or more people) — and head to ABC Brewing Fergus Falls from 4–6PM! Here’s the deal: Fill a table (4+ humans required) at your table! Buy a pitcher, Draw for awesome prizes — […] |
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Unlock Your Leadership Potential You are invited to an informational session for our upcoming Ignite Community Leadership Class. Leadership is not just a title; it's a skill set that can be developed and refined. Our program is designed to provide you with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to become a more effective leader. Ignite […]
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You’re invited to a special double feature Bite Size Conversations event on Thursday, October 9 at the Cozy Theatre in Wadena. Come for one session or stay for both! Here’s what’s happening: 1 p.m. – Advanced Directives with Dr. John Lindblom and Charlotte LancasterLearn why advance care planning matters, how to get started, and how […] |
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Run4Rural is a dynamic 1½ day public leadership training aimed at empowering individuals interested in contributing to their communities through elected office and other public leadership roles. Our next training opportunity is October 10 & 11 at West Central Initiative in Fergus Falls. Training topics include: Understanding what’s at stake in our communities and the role local […] |
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Join us for the Stop N Shop at Oktoberfest in Pelican Rapids! Come out at shop from a wide variety of local and area vendors during Oktoberfest in Pelican Rapids. There will be food available from Heart O lakes meats and fun activities for kids!
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Join us for week 2 of October-Fest! Events on Saturday, October 11th include: Toyland Opens at 7AM and the first 125 Customers get a FREE 2025 Toyland-Exclusive Super Duty Hauler ToyTouch-a-Truck from Noon until 3PMYard Games from 10AM until 2PMPretzel Counting ContestAnd lots of more fun! Bring your family and friends for a whole lot […]
Join the Weekly Early Explorers for infant/ toddler hour A time for our youngest learners to play and explore throughout the museum every Saturday from 8-9am. |
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Join the Center for the Arts in their fall Concert Civic Orchestra 2025: A Space Odyssey on Sunday, October 12th. |
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Join us for Coffee for a Cause! We are excited to once again partner with Perks Coffee & Tea for this annual fundraiser during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. From October 13th - 18th, a portion of sales at Perks will be donated to Someplace Safe. Valid at all Perks Coffee & Tea locations: - 202 […] |
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Calling all awesome people 55 years young and up, You are invited to a weekly Cards & Games afternoon! We meet Tuesdays at 2 pm in Vogrin Hall. See you there! |
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Connect with your future workforce and future students! 1000+ high school students from Fergus Falls and the region. Interact with students at an "EXPO BOOTH" at Kennedy gymnasium. For more information contact: Booth Info: Missy Anderson or Lisa Workman - Fergus Falls Area Chamber of Commerce 218-736-6951 Expo Booth Fee: $75 (Includes a table, chair/s, […]
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MiniMakers: Halloween FloamGrades 1st - 3rdWednesday, October 151:00 - 2:00pm Slime + foam = FLOAM! Make your own Halloween themed floam to take home. Snacks provided! Registration is required! 1-2pm session: bit.ly/ffploct151 OR 4-5pm session: bit.ly/ffploct154 *Space is limited; all supplies will be provided by FFPL* Led by: Krista Kugler, Children's Services Librarian This event is supported by: […]
WEDNESDAY HAPPY HOUR ALERT! Grab your coworkers, your trivia team, your weird cousin — whoever you need to FILL A TABLE (4 or more people) — and head to ABC Brewing Fergus Falls from 4–6PM! Here’s the deal: Fill a table (4+ humans required) at your table! Buy a pitcher, Draw for awesome prizes — […] |
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Join the Regional professionals for our 11th Annual EM Summit to learn about disaster recovery topics and practice with hand on activities.
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Chili with fixings & Desserts 3pm-7pm Free will Donation Featuring Silent Auction and Door Prize Drawings! All proceeds support the programs and services of Someplace Safe in Wadena County. For more information contact Alyssa at 218.631.3311 or [email protected]. |
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We are so excited to be having our 18th Annual it's in the bag sale this coming Friday and Saturday!! For those of you who like to plan ahead this is the perfect time to Christmas shop. And not only will there be amazing deals we will also have samples and giveaways!
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Schedule your visit: minnesota.edu/visit or call 877.450.3322 Visit Days Include:-Explore hands-on learning in labs, shops and classrooms-Information on admissions, financial aid, career pathways and more-Opportunities to meet coaches and faculty. All are welcome! Schedule your visit today
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It’s officially spooky season — and we’re celebrating in style, Join us for the 2nd Annual Black Antler Night Faire on October 17 from 5-9 PM at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center, co-hosted with the Continental Divide Brew Pub. Explore a mystical evening filled with: ✨Spooky vendors ✨Artists & authors ✨Energy readers & […]
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Join us at Disgruntled brewing for Brandon Danielski Live and 2 Old Crows Food Truck! Enjoy some great eats, live music, and amazing cold pints! |
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Join us for the Vergas Wine Walk on Saturday, October 18th from 12-4pm. Enjoy Sampling Wines while you do your holiday Shopping at Vergas Businesses! Door Prizes... Appetizers... Sales 
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Join us for this year's Jack-o-Lantern Jubilee at the former LACC Building (112 Main St W Battle Lake) on Saturday, October 18th from 2pm and 5pm. This event is co-sponsored by the LACC and the beloved Otter Cove Children's Museum - it will be an afternoon of fun, free, fall activities for all. Don Pablos […]
Join the Weekly Early Explorers for infant/ toddler hour A time for our youngest learners to play and explore throughout the museum every Saturday from 8-9am. |
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a center for the arts is kicking off a new series of cinema sunday movie matinees with nightmare before christmas, a 1993 american stop motion animated gothic musical fantasy film based on a story and characters conceived by tim burton. it tells the story of jack skellington, the king of halloween town, who stumbles upon […] |
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A mysterious creature is coming to New York Mills! The NEST Playscape brings Art-Making and Play for creators of all ages across the region. Workshops are for youth and their families to explore the story and identity of a mysterious & migrating Creature who will be making a semi-permanant home at the Fergus Falls library during the month […]
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Join Perham Health as they gear up for the United Way Chili Cook-Off Challenge! Gather your team, pick your board game theme, and bring your best chili recipe! Chili Requirements: Bring one full roaster pan of chili. Chili must be prepared in a licensed kitchen. October 21st 11am-1pm at PACC $100 Entry per team| Free […]
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Calling all awesome people 55 years young and up, You are invited to a weekly Cards & Games afternoon! We meet Tuesdays at 2 pm in Vogrin Hall. See you there!
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This Sensory Friendly low-sensory playtime offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration throughout the Museum for children with autism or other sensory needs and their families. Space is limited to 40 people and registration is required. This event is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA […]
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WEDNESDAY HAPPY HOUR ALERT! Grab your coworkers, your trivia team, your weird cousin — whoever you need to FILL A TABLE (4 or more people) — and head to ABC Brewing Fergus Falls from 4–6PM! Here’s the deal: Fill a table (4+ humans required) at your table! Buy a pitcher, Draw for awesome prizes — […]
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Join us at Billy's Corner Bar for the TAP Guided painting on Wednesday, October 22nd! Eat. Drink. Create and Socialize for a creative night out with friends and family. $45 Per Person| 16+ | Food and beverages additional cost. |
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Winter Trivia Night + Happy Hour is back! The first night on January 5th is a warm-up round so you can come check it out and starting January 12th we will start tracking league points. Top 2 teams will win a prize each night and the league winners will get growlers for a year! Trivia […]
Join us for Sit 'n' Stitch- Weekly Fiber Artists’ Gathering Every Thursday 5:00 – 7:00 pm Free & Open to All! All are welcome at this weekly fiber arts gathering offering time and space for some fiber fun on Thursdays from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. 2025 Beginning in February 2025, Sit ‘n’ Stitch will return […] |
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Donuts to Heal Cancer! 🍩💗 Join us on Thursday, October 24th for a sweet way to support the fight against breast cancer! For every dozen Breast Cancer Awareness donuts sold, $5 will be donated to the Lake Region Healthcare Cancer Center. 🎀 📅 Preorder by Wednesday, October 22nd 📍 Pick up at Esprésso in Battle […]
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Join us for our Annual Deer Hunting Gear-Up Event on Friday, October 24, 2025. There will be deals throughout the store ALL DAY to help you prepare for deer hunting or to finish up your fall projects. Plus, enjoy snack samples from 11am - 1pm. Stay tuned here for details on this exclusive event!
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October means one thing at the Otter Tail County Historical Society, time for the annual "Stories from the Haunted Museum" on Friday, October 24 with shows at 2:00pm, 5:00pm and 7:00pm. If you haven’t attended this retelling of Otter Tail County’s most chilling tales for a while, there have been some big changes.You must purchase […] |
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Join the Weekly Early Explorers for infant/ toddler hour A time for our youngest learners to play and explore throughout the museum every Saturday from 8-9am. 
Join us for the Otter Cove Open Play from 9am-5pm every Saturday! Reservations are not required. Daily Admissions are $9/ Person (12 Months or older).
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Join us for week 4 of October-Fest! Events on Saturday, October 25th include: Trick or Treat Event from 9AM - Noon Costume Contest In store from 11:30AM - Noon Yard Games from 10AM until 2PM And lots of more fun! Bring your family and friends for a whole lot of October-Fest fun! |
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Join us for our Free Admission Day! Space is limited and reservations are required - your spot cannot be guaranteed without a reservation. Walk-ins may be accepted if reservations are not full. Please register everyone who will be attending - children and adults. This event is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department […]
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Join us for our annual Trunk Or Treat event at the Ship! 👻Sunday October, 26th 2-3:30pm *If you are setting up a trunk, please arrive by 1:30* Food Shelf Fundraiser- Feel free to bring a canned food item and the Eagles is going to match by making a monetary donation to the Food Shelf. Eagles […] |
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Re-Ewe’able is a woman-owned business in downtown Fergus Falls creating bath, body, home, and garden goods with a focus on sustainability. Each product is handcrafted in small batches using natural ingredients, designed to care for both people and the planet. On the tour, you’ll discover the story, values, and artistry that go into products made […] |
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Calling all awesome people 55 years young and up, You are invited to a weekly Cards & Games afternoon! We meet Tuesdays at 2 pm in Vogrin Hall. See you there! |
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Ready to slow down and reconnect with yourself this season? Join Bobbi Jo for gentle, body-centered yoga designed to calm your nervous system, release tension, and restore balance. ✨ Move softly. Breathe deeply. Rediscover balance. For details or registration, contact the Cultural Center
WEDNESDAY HAPPY HOUR ALERT! Grab your coworkers, your trivia team, your weird cousin — whoever you need to FILL A TABLE (4 or more people) — and head to ABC Brewing Fergus Falls from 4–6PM! Here’s the deal: Fill a table (4+ humans required) at your table! Buy a pitcher, Draw for awesome prizes — […] |
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Bring the kids in costume for a festive trick-or-treat parade through Connections! Adults are invited to join the fun by handing out candy and cheering on the little ghouls and goblins.
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Winter Trivia Night + Happy Hour is back! The first night on January 5th is a warm-up round so you can come check it out and starting January 12th we will start tracking league points. Top 2 teams will win a prize each night and the league winners will get growlers for a year! Trivia […] |
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Lets get spooky! Costumes encouraged! Halloween Themed Activities and Crafts! Slime Lab! DJ Coltrain basement Glow Dance Party 4:00-6:00!
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Halloween Fun @ the Library! Friday, October 31 10:00 – 11:00am Perfect for ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome!) Bring your little pumpkins to the library for a “spooktacular” day! Enjoy Halloween stories and show off your dance moves during our Monster Mash Dance Party. Costumes are encouraged (no scary ones please) as we will end […]
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Join us for the Trunk or Treat for Books at Big Pine Books! All Ages, stop into Big Pine Books on Halloween and trick or treat for booooookssss *while Supplies last* |
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Join the Weekly Early Explorers for infant/ toddler hour A time for our youngest learners to play and explore throughout the museum every Saturday from 8-9am.
Join us for the Otter Cove Open Play from 9am-5pm every Saturday! Reservations are not required. Daily Admissions are $9/ Person (12 Months or older).
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Join us for the Perham Christmas Plus Bazaar! 2 gyms of 100+ Crafters and vendors. $2 admission- concessions available all day This event is the only fundraiser for the Lakes Area penguin Swimmers! |
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