GETTYSBURG/VICKSBURG ANNIVERSARY FAMILY DAY

A salute to the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg and the fall of Vicksburg, with a variety of activities for history buffs, including dancing, crafts and a fashion showcase of historical clothing. Music by the New Pearl Buttons; make a Union photo case to take home. (Noon-4 p.m. Thu. $6-$11. Minnesota History Center, 345 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul. 651-259-3000. www.mnhs.org.)

BOOSTER DAYS

Pack up the family for a holiday week excursion filled with events for all ages. Take in a parade and feel the thrill of carnival rides. Also bingo, live music and beer garden. Fireworks at dusk on Saturday. (Mon.-Thu. Lakefront Park Hudson, 1st and Walnut streets, Hudson, Wis. www.hudsonboosters.net.)