Whether you’re headed out with the whole family or your four-legged best friend, it’s the perfect time for orchard walks, wagon rides, pumpkin hunts, caramel-apple indulgences, and cozy evenings on the porch. If you’re a pet parent who doesn’t want to leave your pup behind, here’s a big list of 13 dog-friendly apple orchards and pumpkin patches near the Twin Cities where pups on leash are welcomed!

If you’re planning a leaf-peeping trip this fall, here are 13 of the best dog-friendly state parks in Minnesota to see peak fall colors, plus a few local pet-friendly spots nearby to round out your adventure.

The glorious return of cool temps and colorful leaves! Welcome to the Ultimate Guide to Twin Cities Pet Events This Fall, your one-stop shop for all the new and returning events for you and your pets in the area. Fall in Minnesota means pet-friendly fall festivals, harvest activities, and outdoor events. Whatever you and your pup like to do, this guide will fill you in on all the best events happening around Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the greater Twin Cities area!