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Charity
Sep
26

2026 Princess Etiquette Tea — Saint Paul Hotel

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Saint Paul Hotel, Saint Paul, MN

Join us for a magical morning where princesses learn how to behave like royalty. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their favorite princess attire — there will be a promenade and photo opportunity. While princesses sip tea and indulge in dainty delicacies, Julie Frantz of Everyday Etiquette will share how to act like a lady, what it takes to be a good friend, dine like royalty, and how to let your inner beauty shine out. Songs, stories, and crafts fill this whimsical morning. Perfect for ages 5–10. An adult must attend with each child and purchase a ticket. Please indicate any dietary restrictions or food allergies. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE.

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Sporting Event
Sep
26

Minnesota Wild Sparkle Night

TBD – TBD
Xcel Energy Center, Saint Paul

Sparkle Night appearance at a Minnesota Wild home game.

Charity
Oct
1

Coats for Kids Collection Drive

All Day – All Day
Minnesota

Collecting new and gently used winter coats for Minnesota kids.

Charity
Oct
1

Fall Food Drive

All Day – All Day
Minnesota

October–November food drive supporting local food shelves.

Note
Oct
10

Regionals Information Meeting

TBD – TBD
Minnesota

Everything you need to know before Minnesota Regionals weekend.

Holiday
Oct
12

Columbus Day

All Day – All Day
United States

Federal holiday.

Anoka Halloween Parade
Parade
Oct
17

Anoka Halloween Parade

7:00 PM – TBD
Corner of 1st Ave & Main Street, Anoka, MN

Anoka Halloween Parade — starts at 7 PM at the corner of 1st Ave and Main Street in Anoka, the Halloween Capital of the World.

Festival
Oct
17

Jack-O-Lantern Extravaganza

TBD – TBD
Minnesota

Fall festival appearance.

2026 Afternoon Tea — Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Charity
Oct
24

2026 Afternoon Tea — Breast Cancer Awareness Month

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Saint Paul Hotel, Saint Paul, MN

This two-hour event is fashioned after England's afternoon tea while a pianist entertains you throughout. Reservations are prepaid, NON-REFUNDABLE, and include tax and gratuity. One reservation transfer is permitted with at least 48 hours’ notice. If the number of tickets you’re seeking is unavailable, we’re unable to seat your entire party together on that date. Please call for groups of more than nine guests or to be added to a waitlist. Our menu changes seasonally. We have a separate menu to accommodate dietary restrictions for Gluten-Free/Vegetarian/Dairy-Free/Vegan guests. Our culinary team will make every effort to accommodate allergies beyond those listed; however, accommodations cannot be guaranteed. While we do our best to accommodate requests, availability depends on party size and timing. For questions, please call 651-228-3860. Breast Cancer Awareness Tea: 5% of our Proceeds Benefit a Local Breast Cancer Organization. Specialty Tea. $70.00.

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Parade
Oct
31

Anoka Halloween Grand Day Parade

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Anoka, MN

Halloween parade appearance in Anoka — the Halloween Capital of the World.

Note
Nov
1

Daylight Saving Time Ends

All Day – All Day
United States

Fall back — set clocks back one hour.

Charity
Nov
2

Hats & Mittens Drive

All Day – All Day
Minnesota

Collecting hats and mittens for Minnesotans in need through November.

Charity
Nov
8

Children’s Etiquette — Saint Paul Hotel

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
The Saint Paul Hotel, Saint Paul, MN

Give your child the gift of confidence, courtesy, and timeless manners at The Saint Paul Hotel’s 2026 Children’s Etiquette Class. Designed for ages 8–15, this engaging experience combines practical dining etiquette with valuable life skills. Attendees will learn table setting and dining etiquette (American and European styles, proper use of place settings, silverware, and napkins), conversation and social skills (how to speak with anyone, anywhere, meeting and greeting with the 6 S’s of making a great first impression), and everyday courtesy (why manners matter and the importance of common courtesy words in daily life). The experience includes a four-course meal to practice hands-on dining etiquette, expert instruction in a fun, interactive setting, and confidence-building lessons that last a lifetime. $75 per person. This popular class fills quickly — reserve your child’s spot today. SECURE YOUR SEAT BEFORE IT’S GONE.

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Festival
Nov
11

Veterans Day

All Day – All Day
United States

Honoring all who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

Pageant
Nov
13

Minnesota Regional Pageant

Nov 13 – Nov 15
Great Wolf Lodge, Bloomington, Minnesota

The Authéntique Beauties Minnesota Regional Pageant — a weekend celebration of confidence, authenticity, and community across every age division. Competition runs November 13–15, 2026 at the Great Wolf Lodge in Bloomington, MN.

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Note
Nov
22

Sister Queens Giving Service Event

TBD – TBD
Minnesota

Sister Queens community service event.

Holiday
Nov
26

Thanksgiving Day

All Day – All Day
United States

Wishing our Authéntique family a blessed Thanksgiving.

Charity
Dec
1

Toys for Tots Collection Drive

All Day – All Day
Minnesota

Collecting new toys throughout December for Toys for Tots.

Festival
Dec
5

Minneapolis Holidazzle Festival

TBD – TBD
Loring Park, Minneapolis

Holiday festival appearance at Minneapolis Holidazzle.

Sporting Event
Dec
12

Minnesota Timberwolves Sparkle Night

TBD – TBD
Target Center, Minneapolis

Sparkle Night appearance at a Timberwolves home game.

Sporting Event
Dec
19

Minnesota Wild Sparkle Night

TBD – TBD
Xcel Energy Center, Saint Paul

Sparkle Night appearance at a Minnesota Wild home game.

Holiday
Dec
24

Christmas Eve

All Day – All Day
United States

Wishing our Authéntique family a very Merry Christmas Eve.

Holiday
Dec
25

Christmas Day

All Day – All Day
United States

Merry Christmas from Authéntique Beauties of Minnesota!

Holiday
Dec
31

New Year's Eve

All Day – All Day
United States

Ringing in the new year with our Authéntique family.

Nationals 2027 — Gatlinburg, Tennessee
National
Jun
23

Nationals 2027 — Gatlinburg, Tennessee

All Day – All Day
Dollywood — Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Authéntique National Experience — All The Way Up! National Pageant week June 23–27, 2027 at Dollywood in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Appointed titles available for Goldens (30+), Queens (14–29), Beauties (8–19), and Handsomes (0–17). Early Access price $350 — limited time only. Secure your spot today!

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