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  • Arbor Day Art Marking Drop-In Event

    St. Louis Park Rec Center, ROC, Aquatic Park 3700 Monterey Drive, Saint Louis Park, MN, US

    Join us for a free crafting session to make your own tree-themed paper mâché lantern! Whether your inspiration comes from a sapling, acorn, leaf or even a tree-dwelling critter, we […]

  • FREE Storybook Trail-The Busy Tree

    Twin Oaks Park Twin Oaks Park

    Head out to the Park and read this children's picture book that uses gentle rhymes to describe the life and ecosystem of an oak tree, from its roots to its […]

  • Nightfalls Celebrate Redwood Falls

    City of Redwood Falls, MN Redwood Falls, MN

    EVENT SCHEDULE Lighting of the park takes place at Ramsey Park. Thursday - Saturday May 7 - 9, 2026 8:30pm - 11pm The lights come on at 8:30pm to showcase the natural […]

  • Thursday Morning Story Time with Ms. Amy

    Recurring
    168 Alleghany Ave, Wabasha, MN, United States, Minnesota 55981 168 Alleghany Ave, Wabasha, MN, United States, Minnesota 55981

    Each week Ms. Amy or the library's special guest reader, Mr. Ed. will read a variety of stories. All are welcome!

  • Maple Grove Famers Market

    Recurring
    12951 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN, United States, Minnesota 55369 12951 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN, United States, Minnesota 55369

    The Maple Grove Farmers Market returns Thursday, May 7. Join us every Thursday, May 7 through October 15 at the Maple Grove Community Center (12951 Weaver Lake Rd) for fresh […]

  • Free Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center

    Recurring
    Minnesota History Center 345 Kellogg Blvd W, St Paul, MN

    Explore Minnesota history with your family and friends during Free Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center! From 4 to 8 pm on Thursday nights in May, all visitors receive […]

  • 2026 Springtime & Sunshine Festival

    3200 St Francis Blvd, Anoka, MN, United States, Minnesota 55303 3200 St Francis Blvd, Anoka, MN, United States, Minnesota 55303

    The Anoka County Fairgrounds Springtime & Sunshine Festival! May 8th - 10th 2026 *FREE ADMISSION* Friday: 11am - 7pm Saturday: 11am - 7pm Sunday: 11am - 5pm 100+ Handmade Crafters […]

  • Small Business Summit and Expo

    401 Robert St N, Ste 150, Saint Paul, MN, United States, Minnesota 55101 401 Robert St N, Ste 150, Saint Paul, MN, United States, Minnesota 55101

    Register to join us for the 3rd Annual Small Business Summit and Expo, presented by Wells Fargo. This event, brought to you by the St. Paul Area Chamber, the Minnesota […]

  • The Jolly Pops Spring Grove, MN Library

    Spring Grove Public Library Spring Grove Public Library

    Family music concert. Free and open to the public. https://www.facebook.com/events/938941498575263/

  • Clifford – Free Movie Showing!

    Zumbrota State Theatre Zumbrota State Theatre

    Join us for an exciting movie the whole family will love! 📽️ What: Clifford - Movie (Free!!) 📅 When: Friday, May 8th at 6:30 PM 📍 Where: Zumbrota State Theatre […]

  • Doors Open Minneapolis

    Minneapolis, MN

    Doors Open Minneapolis is a free weekend-long event giving behind-the-scenes access to sites not normally open to the public. Here’s a list of participating venues for Doors Open Minneapolis 2026: […]

  • Mother’s Day Bonsai Show

    1225 Estabrook Dr, Saint Paul, MN, United States, Minnesota 55103 1225 Estabrook Dr, Saint Paul, MN, United States, Minnesota 55103

    This Mother’s Day, skip the bouquet and give the gift of an unforgettable experience at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory! Celebrate the weekend with us at the annual Mother’s Day Bonsai […]

  • Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair 2026

    Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

    Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair 2026 Saturday, May 19 | 10am-6pm Sunday, May 10 | 10am-5pm Recently ranked the #1 Fine Art Fair in the Nation in Sunshine Artist’s 200 […]

  • Teddy Bear Clinic

    Hennepin Healthcare Clinic & Specialty Center, 715 S 8th St, Minneapolis, MN 55404-1210, United States Hennepin Healthcare Clinic & Specialty Center, 715 S 8th St, Minneapolis, MN 55404-1210, United States

    Help take the scare out of emergency care! Children learn and express themselves through play; playing doctor is a powerful tool to normalize a medical experience and help them practice […]

  • 22nd Annual Sister Saturday

    Waconia, MN

    🛍 Plan your 22nd Annual Sister Saturday shopping and dining day on May 9 with all day deals & steals at 30 participating Waconia businesses! More details to come!

  • Urban Flea Market is Back – Free Event – Shopping – Food – Music

    15 3rd Ave SW , Faribault, MN, United States, Minnesota 55021 15 3rd Ave SW , Faribault, MN, United States, Minnesota 55021

    After a 2 year hiatus, we are back with a new property. We are celebrating by hosting a shopping extravaganza!! We will have truckload deals along with our amazing vendor […]

  • Touch-A-Truck

    Mendakota Park Mendakota Park

    Beep beep! Touch-A-Truck is back for an fun, unique day of exploring big rigs and vehicles. Come out to Mendakota Park to see 15+ different vehicles, grab some lunch from […]

  • STEM Adventures

    Kiddie Academy of Chanhassen Kiddie Academy of Chanhassen

    Don’t miss STEM Adventures, coming soon to Kiddie Academy of Chanhassen. This free, hands‑on event is an opportunity for your child to explore engaging STEM activities that spark curiosity and […]

  • Behavior Frontiers Woodbury Autism Center Grand Opening & Superhero Party

    Behavior Frontiers Autism Center - Rogers 14020 Northdale Blvd Suite B, Rogers, MN

    Please join Behavior Frontiers as they celebrate the grand opening of their new Rogers autism center with a free sensory-friendly Superhero party in honor of Autism Acceptance Month! Families are […]

  • Screen-Free Saturday: Early Child Open House

    City of Lakes Waldorf School 2344 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis, MN

    Join us for a special Screen-Free Saturday Open House at City of Lakes Waldorf School, a welcoming event for families with young children to experience our early childhood program through […]

  • 32nd Annual Transportation Fair

    Goose Egg Park 198 10th St NW, Rochester, MN, US

    Come explore the vehicles that ignite your young child’s imagination! Children can turn wheels, honk horns, and learn about the vehicles from the people who drive them. Participating vehicles include […]

  • Crafts and Yoga at Casa-Centennial Lakes

    4000 West 76th Street, Edina, MN 55435 4000 West 76th Street, Edina, MN 55435

    Join us for a fun and engaging morning at Casa de Corazón – Centennial Lakes! This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to spend time together, connect with our community, […]

  • Doors Open Minneapolis – Walker

    725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403

    The Walker Art Center will be free to all visitors on Saturday, May 9, for Doors Open Minneapolis. Doors Open Minneapolis is a free citywide event that invites people to […]

  • Let’s Get Outside!

    13351 Elm Creek Rd, Dayton, MN, United States, Minnesota 55369

    Summer is finally around the corner! At Eastman Nature Center, we are THE summer destination for several nature hobbies: pond dipping, birding, watercolor painting, shelter building, flower ID, and more. […]

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