Twin Cities weekend guide: Skyway 5K, mattress racing, garden show
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The route for Saturday's race. Map: Courtesy of Skyway 5K
"Run where no one has run before" at a unique 5K this Saturday — inside the St. Paul skyways.
What's happening: Organizers received approval to host a first-of-its-kind run through the climate-controlled maze in downtown St. Paul.
- The track starts and ends at Union Depot, with heats spaced out to keep the corridors from getting too crowded. It stretches as far as Treasure Island Center & TRIA Rink.
- Over 800 people have already signed up, per organizers, and viewing areas are available for spectators to cheer them on.
Details: Online registration is available through Saturday morning; beginners and experienced runners welcome. The first heat begins at 9am. $52.
More things to do....
🎲 How long could you play Catan? Find out at this month's Twin Cities Board Game Marathon, a 10am-midnight event at 2D Con's Minneapolis headquarters Saturday.
- Attendees can bring their own games or request ones from organizers in advance. $5 in advance or at the door
🛏️ Race down Buck Hill on a bed at the return of Bedrace for Bridging this Saturday. Teams of four, often dressed in creative outfits, pile onto one queen-sized mattress to raise money for the local housing stability nonprofit.
- Participants are asked to raise at least $600 per team. Visitors can watch for free.
📚 Support local bookstores and immigrant rights organizations at Authors for Minnesota Day this Saturday. More than 50 local authors will autograph books at 24 independent shops across the state.
- Visitors can receive a free signed book with a donation to one of the organizations. Sliding scale
🐶 Watch stylish pups strut their stuff at a dog fashion show Saturday night in Minneapolis. Plenty of dogs will be on-site for those interested in adopting, and a portion of ticket sales will go to a local rescue organization. $30
🌱 Go behind the scenes of Como Conservatory Sunday morning at Orchid Odyssey, an adult class exploring the garden's orchid greenhouse. Horticulturists will showcase species not normally on display and teach visitors orchid care tips. Call 651-487-8272 to register
- Tip: If you want to grow your green thumb beyond orchids, the Minneapolis Home and Garden Show is ongoing through Sunday. $13-$15