Take a free backstage tour of the Ordway — plus 8 other free things to do

The arts organization’s artistic legacy is celebrated in collaboration with self-guided backstage tours and appearances by the Sounds of Blackness Ensemble, Native Arts Collaborative, Ballet Co.Laboratory and One Voice Mixed Chorus. (11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Free, advance registration required. 345 Washington St., St. Paul. ordway.org)

This event proves that vegetables are your friends by promoting plant-based diets. The fest will include speakers, yoga sessions and cooking demonstrations. (10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Harriet Island Park, 151 W. Water St., St Paul. tcvegfest.com)

Maplewood transitioned its Independence Day celebration into a new fall event. It will feature food trucks, inflatables and a petting zoo before fireworks brighten the sky at 8 p.m. (5 p.m. Fri. Hazelwood Park, 1663 County Rd. C E., Maplewood. facebook.com)

The Korean American Association of Minnesota hosts tae kwon do demonstrations, traditional dance performances, K-pop dances and sing-alongs. (1-5 p.m. Sat. Rotunda, Mall of America, 2131 Lindau Lane, Bloomington. mallofamerica.com)

Quizmaster Trivia poses questions on blockbuster films from “Jurassic Park” to “Clueless,” with chances to win prizes. (7-9 p.m. Thu. Surly Brewing, 520 Malcolm Av. SE., Mpls. surlybrewing.com)

It’s a lively event with bull rides, music and dance performances and cultural displays. (2-5 p.m. Sun. Downtown Park, 40 9th Av. S., Hopkins. latinoculturalcelebration.com)

It’s a two-day festival of food, craft vendors, music, dance and a dumpling eating-contest. (6-9 p.m. Fri.; noon-8 p.m. Sat. Ukrainian American Community Center, 301 NE. Main St., Mpls. ukrainianfestivalmn.com)

Creativity shines with artists and artisans showing and selling paintings, photography and unique gifts. Also, experience energy healing and attend the pet adoption event. (10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. Adjacent to the Stone Arch Bridge, 420 Main St. SE., Mpls. facebook.com)