Lake Minnewasta is set to shine in early fall as families gather for the second annual Lakeside Fall Festival on Saturday, September 13, from 1:00–6:00 p.m. Organized by the City of Morden, the event aims to pull folks outdoors and back to a place many love as the leaves begin to turn. What to expect City of Morden Event Coordinator Trisha Hoeppner says the afternoon is packed. “It's gonna be a great day. There'll be food trucks; mini doughnuts [and] cotton candy... and there's a hot dog eating competition.” Hoeppner adds that the community is already pitching in, with a donated grand prize of a Pitboss Smoker. Competitors must be adults, “And the age limit is 18." Entries are still welcome. Inflatables and activities return in a big way with jousting and human hamster ball races. Hoeppner’s also “bringing back the barrel train,” which was a huge hit last year, plus face painting, a 25-foot wall climb, a retro seven-element obstacle course, and axe throwing. Education meets curiosity with two wildlife presentations during the afternoon. Event details at a glance Event: Lakeside Fall Festival Date & Time: Saturday, September 13, 1:00–6:00 p.m. Location: Lake Minnewasta, Morden, MB Highlights: Food trucks, inflatables (jousting, wall climb, obstacle course), barrel train, face painting, axe throwing, hot dog–eating contest at 1:30 p.m. with a premium smoker grand prize, and wildlife presentations at 3:00–4:00 p.m. and 4:30–5:30 p.m. Cost: Free to attend (food for purchase) Hot dog contest: 18+; limited spots; organizers are inviting more participants to sign up.