Week of Events
Stillwater Winterfest 2026
Winterfest is an annual community-wide celebration for all things winter in Stillwater. The mission of Stillwater Winterfest is to engage the Stillwater area community in a vast array of events and opportunities in the mid-winter season that enhance local business revenue and community atmosphere, and support local charities in the process. The "University of Stillwater", […]
KidsJam: TaikoArts Midwest’s Ensō Daiko
KidsJam Workshops are interactive programs that connect kids and families with community teaching artists to learn about the people, cultures, and musical traditions from around the world as they make music, move, and enjoy other creative activities. KidsJam participation is free! Registration is required. (suggested ages 5-12) ABOUT THE ARTISTS Loud, energetic performances that combine […]
Fiber Art for All: Growing Community
Fiber Art for All is Textile Center’s yearly winter Open House celebrating all things fiber art! Featuring a Makers Market with 25 local artists, hands-on demos with our staff and teaching artists, coffee, music, a scavenger hunt, and more, it’s a chance to make connections and find inspiration during Minnnesota’s coldest and darkest season! Free […]
Library Storytime: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Join Ballet Co.Laboratory at Merriam Park Library for a special storytime inspired by If You Give A Mouse A Cookie. Merriam Park librarians collaborate with dancers from Ballet Co.Laboratory to present a one-of-a-kind reading that will get you dancing.
I.C.E. Fest 2026-FREE Family Fun, Raising Money for Hungry Kids
Get ready… I.C.E. Fest 2026 is happening February 21 (10am-6pm) & 22 (10am-4pm) on Green Prairie Fish Lake in Little Falls, MN! Join us for a FREE weekend packed with outdoor activities, winter fun for all ages, and our one-of-a-kind ICE CAROUSELS — all while raising money to help children in need. Hosted by the […]
Sunday, February 15, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, February 16, 2026
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February 16, 2026 -Pick What You Need: Free Clothes & Toys for Families
Pick What You Need: Free Clothes & Toys for Families
We have collected clothing and toys for the Burnsville community. We invite you to visit our school to choose items for free for your family in this safe environment. For any families interested, we will also be available to answer questions about childcare and to help with applying for a scholarship and county childcare funding. […]
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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February 17, 2026 - RecurringBallet Tuesdays
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February 17, 2026 - RecurringBallet Tuesdays
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February 17, 2026 -Birthday Bingo Family Night
Ballet Tuesdays
Landmark Center hosts FREE lunch-hour ballet performances and demonstrations, from 12-1pm, in partnership with Ballet Co.Laboratory. After the performance, audience members are invited to participate in an optional mini-dance lesson, craft, and photos with the dancers. 2025/2026 season dates: October 21, 2025 | Swan Lake November 18, 2025 | The Snow Queen February 17, 2026 […]
Ballet Tuesdays
Landmark Center hosts FREE lunch-hour ballet performances and demonstrations, from 12-1pm, in partnership with Ballet Co.Laboratory. After each performance, audience members are invited to participate in an optional mini-dance lesson, craft, and photos with the dancers. These events introduce the wonderful world of ballet in a relaxed and supportive environment - perfect for young dance […]
Birthday Bingo Family Night
Join us and help celebrate 6 years of Brooklyn Park Chick-fil-A! We'll have a night of birthday fun with: - Cow Bingo - Giveaways and prizes - Samples of our new frosted beverages - Photos with the cow - Crafts - Free kids meal with the purchase of any adult meal
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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February 18, 2026 -MNSaves 529 Unleashed: Maximize Your College Savings
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February 18, 2026 -Let’s Connect Through Water and Art
MNSaves 529 Unleashed: Maximize Your College Savings
Learn about college savings strategies with the MNSaves 529 College Savings Plan. This session will cover key educational planning considerations and provide opportunities for questions at the end of the session. Topics Covered: • College funding fundamentals • Higher education cost considerations • Education savings options overview • MNSaves 529 plan features and considerations • […]
Let’s Connect Through Water and Art
Water teaches us to pause. To move slowly. To stay connected to place. “Let’s Connect Through Art” and Water is a free, drop-in community art space inspired by water, nature, and creativity. A quiet place to make something with your hands, reflect, or simply sit together. Things to do: Water-inspired art and creative tables, like […]
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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February 19, 2026 - RecurringThursday Morning Story Time with Ms. Amy
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February 19, 2026 - RecurringNature Storytime at The Trailhead
Thursday Morning Story Time with Ms. Amy
Each week Ms. Amy or the library's special guest reader, Mr. Ed. will read a variety of stories. All are welcome!
Nature Storytime at The Trailhead
Kids nature stories and activities led by a garden naturalist. Join the fun afterwards for a Nature Walk from 11:30 - 12p.
Friday, February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026 - RecurringWater Works Park Ice Lantern Making
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February 20, 2026 -Black History Month Showcase
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February 20, 2026 -Indoor Movie Night
Water Works Park Ice Lantern Making
Drop in for a cozy winter evening at Water Works Park and help light up the park with handmade ice lanterns! Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, setting lanterns in the park, and lighting them as part of a shared winter display. Fire pits will be available […]
Black History Month Showcase
Want to learn more and celebrate Black labor? Join the City of Brooklyn Park for our annual Black History Month Showcase. Celebrate the profound ways that work of all kinds – free and unfree, skilled, and unskilled, vocational and voluntary – shapes our city. Engage with community leaders and cheer on local performances. Get to […]
Indoor Movie Night
Grab your blankets and lawn chairs--it's time for Indoor Movie Night! Join us for an evening indoors as Eagan Parks and Recreation teams up with Rahn Elementary School to bring you a special screening of "Migration". Come solo or bring your whole flock! This is a free event with no registration required. 🍿 Concessions will […]
Saturday, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Hooked on Books 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Story Hour with Early Childhood Family Education
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February 21, 2026 - RecurringParty in the Club
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February 21, 2026 -Kids & Family Fair at Loft 214 | Stillwater Winterfest 2026
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February 21, 2026 -FamilyJam: TaikoArts Midwest’s Ensō Daiko
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February 21, 2026 -2026 Activities and Sports Festival
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February 21, 2026 -Winter Play Day
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February 21, 2026 -Kids Yoga and Music & Movement Class at Midtown Global Market
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February 21, 2026 - RecurringLlama Love Saturdays
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February 21, 2026 - RecurringLakeshore Free Events for Kids
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February 21, 2026 -Winter Play Day Festival
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February 21, 2026 -Phalen Freeze Fest
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February 21, 2026 -South Valley Park Free Fun Day
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February 21, 2026 - RecurringWater Works Park Ice Lantern Making
Hooked on Books 2026
Join us for free family fun! Open house style, come and go as you please. Visit with author Cristina Oxtra (books available for purchase) Explore 15+ activity rooms with crafts, music, and art hosted by ECCS elementary schools, A & I, Community Ed, and community partners. Meet therapy dogs (and a bunny!) and learn about […]
Story Hour with Early Childhood Family Education
ECFE will be back for what will surely be a fun and stimulating story hour. "The Anoka-Hennepin Schools Early Childhood Family Education program offers opportunities for learning through play, socialization, and support for families with children ages birth to grade three." https://www.ahschools.us/ECFE
Party in the Club
Kids and families are invited to party with us in the Club! Join us for fun and crafts from 10:00-10:30 AM, then entertainment from 10:30-11:15 AM! Warm up your family's winter with all three "Party in the Club" FREE events designed to get families out of the house and moving! All events take place in […]
Kids & Family Fair at Loft 214 | Stillwater Winterfest 2026
Bring the whole family out for a day of fun at the Kids & Family Fair at Loft 214! 🎨🎉 Join us on Saturday, February 21st from 10:00am–1:00pm for a kid-friendly event packed with smiles and creativity. Enjoy face painting, hands-on kids activities, food, a hot chocolate bar, balloon making, bracelet making and more—perfect for […]
FamilyJam: TaikoArts Midwest’s Ensō Daiko
FamilyJam builds on the success of KidsJam workshops – interactive programs that connect kids and families with community teaching artists to learn about the people, cultures, and musical traditions from around the world as they make music, move, and enjoy other creative activities. FamilyJam will take KidsJam programs into the weekend, where kids and families […]
2026 Activities and Sports Festival
FREE EVENT! Calling all families! Explore activities and sports for all ages! Experience activities from more than 25 District and community organizations, offering everything from educational opportunities to fine arts to sports. The Activities and Sports Festival is an interactive family event provided by Lakeville Area Schools, in partnership with local community organizations. The event […]
Winter Play Day
Winter Play Day is the perfect way to get outside and try something new. Make the most of the colder months by heading out on the trail and doing a fun activity with snowshoes! FREE Snowshoe rentals to everyone who comes* *Weather permitting. If no snow, winter play activity will be altered to fit the […]
Kids Yoga and Music & Movement Class at Midtown Global Market
Calling all kiddos! Join us for a morning full of fun on Saturday, Feb 21. We’ve got a great lineup of FREE classes starting at 10:30 AM: 10:30 AM- Kids Yoga with Miss Lydia 11:00 AM- Rockin' Robins Music & Movement Class with Blue Tree Music. Please note: There will be a brief break between […]
Llama Love Saturdays
The therapy llamas from @llama_mama_mn are back at 50th & France! Every Saturday from 11 am to 1 pm in February at 50th & France on W. 50th by Faherty wearing their cutest Valentine looks and ready for hugs. Shop small, grab a bite with friends, and feel the love. Our way of […]
Lakeshore Free Events for Kids
Event Details Calling all kids who love to design, construct and create! Each of our events features a take-home craft, fun activities, plus top-rated building faves children can explore! Parents and guardians, check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E-Gift Card! If you spend $25 or more, you’ll get a free […]
Winter Play Day Festival
Embrace winter during Winter Play Day at locations throughout Three Rivers Park District! Check out the full lineup of events, including free or discounted activities: - Free exploration and recreation activities at a variety of parks - A festival at Hyland Lake Park Reserve (more information below) - Free activity passes for dog off-leash areas, […]
Phalen Freeze Fest
Bring your friends and family to this multigenerational festival of winter! Have fun while snowshoeing, ice fishing, learning about the watershed, birding, fire building, and more! This is a free drop in event with no pre-registration required! On the ice activities are subject to weather leading up to and on the day of the event. […]
South Valley Park Free Fun Day
Join us for a day of free family fun! South Valley Park Fun Day Saturday, February 21 (rescheduled from Jan. 10 due to weather) 2:30-4 p.m. South Valley Park 2810 70th St. E. Bring your sleds and skates and spend the afternoon with us at South Valley Park! We'll roast s'mores at the bonfire, Cuppa […]
Water Works Park Ice Lantern Making
Drop in for a cozy winter evening at Water Works Park and help light up the park with handmade ice lanterns! Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, setting lanterns in the park, and lighting them as part of a shared winter display. Fire pits will be available […]
*All events are subject to change. Make sure to check with the event sponsor by visiting their website or calling to ensure the featured event is still viable.

