AFRIFEST
The East will battle the West during a competitive soccer match at this multicultural outdoor festival. Taste a variety of foods from around the African continent. Kids can burn some energy in the Kidz zone. The event also will feature artisans and family entertainment. (10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat. Free. North View Junior High, 5869 69th Av. N., Brooklyn Park. afrifest.org.)
FUN WITH FOOD
Not all summer festivals are filled with carnies and city royalty. For a little more refined festival fun, the Bachelor Farmer hosts Kraftskiva. The summer crayfish block party offers tasty bites from the restaurant that honors Minnesota's Nordic heritage. Performances by Poliça, Ra Ra Riot and Rogue Valley. (5-10 p.m. Sat. The Bachelor Farmer, 50 2nd Av. N., Mpls. $25. 612-206-3920. thebachelorfarmer.com.) Nershfest celebrates Minneapolis music with a side of craft beer from Harriet Brewing and culinary delights from food trucks. The event starts with a fun run, followed by live music by General B and the Wiz, Lowland Lakers, Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank and others. (Noon-10 p.m. Sat. Harriet Brewing, 3036 Minnehaha Av. S., Mpls. 612-225-2184. nershfest.com.)
MELISSA WALKER
