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Join us for Sensory Friendly Playtime every Sunday morning at Edinborough Park in Edina from 8:30 –10:00 a.m.! We create a calm and welcoming environment with dimmed lights, lower sound levels, and fewer visitors to reduce stimulation for kids 1-12 with diverse sensory needs. A quiet area will be available for breaks, and sensory kits […]

Snowshoe Guided Hike Sunday, February 22nd 2026 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Jaycee Park, 420 Lock and Dam Road, Hastings MN FREE! Snowshoes & instruction provided Registration required: www.hastingsmn.gov/recregistration Recommended for adults and teens. Participants must be 5 & older. A park naturalist will lead participants through floodplain forest and prairie lands as they explore […]

☕️ Join us every Sunday for Coffee & Crafts. ✂️ Sip on a coffee flight (or any OMNI beverage you prefer) and tap into your creative side! Whether you're a seasoned crafter, looking for a fun way to unwind, or wanting to pick up a new hobby, we've got you covered with beginner-friendly craft kits […]

Join us for a special morning, designed for kids and families who would like to experience the attraction adapted just for sensory needs. The music will be turned off, a quiet room will be available with a dimmable lamp and weighted lap blankets, and we will have a limited supply of headphones, sunglasses, and fidget […]

FUN and EXCITING COLLECTIBLE SHOW with EVERYTHING YOU WANT! POKÉMON, SPORTS CARDS, TRADING CARDS, FUNKO POPS, LABUBUS, and SO MUCH MORE!!!

📚✨Due to popular demand Coffee & Cocoa Story Time Series is back! ✨📚 Looking for a fun activity to keep the kids entertained as the weather gets colder? Join us on select Sundays for our Coffee & Cocoa Story Time. Enjoy sipping on handcrafted coffee or beer while the kiddos enjoy hot cocoa and story […]

The Rock and Roll Playhouse presents The Music of Chappell Roan for Kids Pink Pony Party! First Avenue Sunday, February 22, 2026 All Ages show Tickets on sale now → https://firstavenue.me/45cXa1W 11:00 AM Doors 11:30 AM Showtime Free admission for kids under 1. The ticket limit is strict. Any attempt to exceed the posted ticket […]

🐦SOAR INTO FUN AT THE PLAYLAND EXPOS BIRD EXPO!🐦 📍 9260 E Point Douglas Rd, Cottage Grove, MN 55016 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 🎟 Admission: • Ages 13+ – $5 • Ages 12 & under – FREE Get ready for a feather-filled adventure the whole family will love! Whether you’re a seasoned […]

Free Family Day: Technology & Art Sunday, February 22 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Free and open to all ages Experience a day of creativity, discovery, and hands-on fun at Free Family Day: Technology & Art on Sunday, February 22 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Designed for all ages, this lively event invites […]

Visit a participating LEGO® Store on February 22 from Noon - 2 p.m. to build this LEGO Puppy + take it home. While supplies last. Terms & Conditions apply. More details➡️ www.LEGO.com/stores

The 2026 Urban Expedition series continues with a celebration of Caribbean culture as we highlight Trinidad and Tobago! Enjoy authentic music, dance, crafts, and cuisine during this immersive program favorite. Don’t forget to bring your passport and collect the final stamp of the season! Landmark Center’s beloved Urban Expedition program invites families to experience global […]

Daisy Knoll Park, 18640 Esquire Way Ages: 6-11 Kids in this lesson will learn all there is to know about snowshoeing while exploring the snow-covered outdoors of Daisy Knoll Park! Be sure to dress for the weather as we will spend the entire program outside. Snowshoes will be provided. Snowshoes were purchased through the No […]

Join us for a relaxing evening of painting and family fun. In this step-by-step acrylic painting class, each participant will create a cute bear holding a steaming cup of hot cocoa with marshmallows and a colorful background. No experience is needed—our instructor will guide you through the entire process, making it easy and enjoyable. After […]

Family Skate Night with Spirit 92.9 is back! Bring the whole family for a fun night on wheels. 🛼 📆 Monday, February 23rd 🕒 6-8 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.) 📍 The Skatin’ Place in St. Cloud Skate along to the music you know and love on Spirit, meet some of the DJs, and […]

Experience Kinder Konzerts at Orchestra Hall! Bring your 4-8 year old to enjoy the award-winning program that connects music and literacy. Orchestra Hall becomes a learning laboratory featuring hands-on activities for children to feel and hear sounds of instruments, watch musicians tell a story through music, and learn how to become audience members. For many […]

We are performing at the 2026 Regional MWACDA Conference in Milwaukee, WI. Come to our final Send Off Concert! https://www.angelicacantanti.org/milwaukeeacdasendoff BUY A MILE - to help support our trip! https://www.angelicacantanti.org/buyamilemilwaukee Tickets are $10 for all ages/seats at the door. Proceeds will help to pay for trip expenses. FEATURING Concert Choir, grades 6 - 8 PROGRAM […]

Jumperoo Every Tuesday & Wednesday Kids aged 5 and under $10.99 10am–12pm Tiny Jump, Big Fun! 🎉 Calling all little leapers! Jumperoo at Urban Air Apple Valley is the perfect midweek adventure for kiddos ages 5 and under. Every Tuesday and Wednesday from 10am to 12pm, the park is reserved just for our youngest jumpers […]

Bring what you are working on or start something new at Creative Flow Art Center's open studio opportunities. :) Every Wednesday from 1-4pm the studio will be open for free for folks to hang out, connect, and create. Share with friends and join us!

Making Space is a new, monthly, FREE drop-in art-making event geared towards adults. Whether you're looking to build a new skill, have a creative or cathartic moment, or simply be in community and nature, show up and we'll provide the rest! In February, we'll set up a mending clinic and encourage you to bring well-loved […]

Admission is pay-what-you-can at the door with a suggested price of $10 per person. This performance features Buckets N Boards Family Comedy Percussion Show. This hilarious, high-energy and interactive show has captivated audiences worldwide! Gareth Sever and Matt Levingston bring a joyous charm and lightning quick wit to this full stage production featuring tap dance, […]

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

Kids nature stories and activities led by a garden naturalist. Join the fun afterwards for a Nature Walk from 11:30 - 12p.

Preschool Open Gym is a great opportunity for kids 5 & under to run, explore, play and get some energy out with a parent and without the "big kids" around. This open gym is for kids 5 and under only and is strictly enforced, even on no school days! Parent participation is required. Please do […]

Join us for a PLAYDATE! Visit our new building, meet our team and find out how we are The Solution for Working Families® while your child enjoys a treat and fun craft activities.

We’re celebrating National Pokemon Day a day early! All day we will have trivia, hunts, and break-in box fun, then join us from 6 to 7 p.m. for Science & art activities. Thursday, February 26 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Bouquets: Thursday, February 26, 2026 Raise a glass to the wonders of nature at Bouquets, Como Friends’ most festive fundraiser. Set against the gorgeous gardens and lush green spaces of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, this wine, beverage, and food experience celebrates the magic of the animals, plants, and people that make Como Park Zoo & […]

The Minnesota Orchestra and a stunning array of guest artists celebrate the beginning of the Year of the Horse. The concert explores themes of family, tradition and unity through vibrant orchestral music and some extra special guests.

Come to Choo Choo Bob's Train Store for a Train-Tastic story time! It’s educational & interactive! Come hear stories, songs and jokes about…TRAINS! Chugga, chugga! Choo Choo! See you there, Engineers! Story time is included with play space admissions! The admission is: $10 for kids 1-10 yrs and $2 for adults. Twins are always BOGO!

Preschool Open Gym is a great opportunity for kids 5 & under to run, explore, play and get some energy out with a parent and without the "big kids" around. This open gym is for kids 5 and under only and is strictly enforced, even on no school days! Parent participation is required. Please do […]

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 […]

Give your kiddo(s) a chance to sing on stage in front of an enthusiastic, supportive audience. Our wonderful resident karaoke host Silly Miss Tilly brings great positive energy and will sing with your child to back them up and make them feel like a star! 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM most Fridays. Check the online […]

Join us every Friday and Saturday night as our park transforms into a vibrant, glowing wonderland. From 6 PM to 9 PM, immerse yourself in a unique, illuminated adventure! 📅 Event Details: • Date: Every Friday & Saturday Night • Time: 6 PM – 9 PM • Location: Zero Gravity Adventure Park 🌌 Description: As […]

Breakfast at the Zoo! 🥞 Saturdays: Jan 17, Jan 31, Feb 14, Feb 28, March 14, March 28 Warm up a winter morning with PJs and pancakes at the Minnesota Zoo. At your Breakfast at the Zoo from 8:30 – 10 a.m., enjoy a build-your-own pancake bar. You can top your stack of flapjacks with […]

FREE! For ages 0-5 with an adult. October 11: Obstacle Course October 25: Wood Lake Naturalist November 8: Classic Play Date November 22: Obstacle Course December 6: Disney Music Dance Party December 20: Mini Sports January 3: Classic Play Date January 17: Wood Lake Naturalist January 31: Disney Music Dance Party February 14: Mini Sports […]

Bring your family and join us to sample some of our newest snacks and candies from our famous snack selection! We'll have samples of Assorted Toffee, Chocolate Raisins, Orange Slices, Cheesy Crunch Mix, Honey Roasted Peanuts, and our ALL NEW Everything Bagel Cashews, and Strawberry Shortcake Cookie Bites! To learn more and find your store, […]

Join us for our 17th annual Baby & Kids Expo! A FUN event for the entire family! Enjoy a fun, family day out during the doldrums of winter! Visit with many exhibitors and learn more from our health providers, local businesses and organizations, and enjoy activities for everyone! Make sure to visit our Event Sponsor, […]

See HOPPERS before it arrives in theaters! This is a FREE advanced screening for guests of all ages! Register for passes through this link: https://gofobo.com/HOPPERSMNPARENT *Please note that securing a pass does not guarantee a seat, as the theater is overbooked to ensure a full house. Seating will be assigned on a first come, first […]

Experience the wonder of Waldorf education first-hand at our Early Childhood Open House on Saturday, February 28, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Families will have the opportunity to explore our beautiful classrooms, take part in hands-on activities like bread making and beeswax crafting, and enjoy a puppet show! Our Admissions Director, Liza Brant (CLWS […]

Join us for a Hot Cocoa Stroll in Downtown Excelsior. Participating businesses will provide hot chocolate, cookies, or treats and you sip and shop throughout our vibrant Downtown Business District. The Hot Cocoa Stroll is not just an event; it's a community celebration! By joining, you contribute to the vibrancy of Downtown Excelsior, fostering connections […]

Everything Pokémon under one Roof! Celebrate Pokémon DAY with us Saturday February 28th 10am-7pm! At the Eagan Community Center in, Egan MN!!! Its a beautiful space with plenty of room to grow! There are lots of PokéStops and many photo opportunities around the Building! There is even an indoor Play Place for the little ones […]

Help celebrate Delano's 150th anniversary by contributing to a large-scale mosaic mural led by local artist LeAnna Wurzer! Throughout the year, community members of all ages and skill levels are invited to come paint a 3"x3" canvas featuring a design curated by LeAnna. These individual pieces will come together as a one-of-a-kind mural, to be […]

Families with young children ages birth to five: enjoy a play, learning, and resource fair, presented by Duluth Public Library, The Depot, and community organizations! Caregivers will learn about community resources that support early childhood learning and well-being, while engaging in playful learning with their little ones. Free experiences throughout the day include: 🎭 Puppet […]

We will open our doors for our Customers at 10:00am and will have some of the most Amazing Crafters and Vendors the Upper Midwest has to offer waiting inside for you! Come, Sip, Shop, Eat, and enjoy your day out with Friends! As always our shows offer FREE ADMISSION and FREE PARKING, And are Always […]

Are you looking for an opportunity to give back to our community? Come join us at A2D Academy's Annual Gift of Giving Day, where you will be able to complete several different community projects, such as: 1. Walk-a-thon that supports 6 different organizations 2. Sandwich making that supports The Sandwich Project and Local Food Banks! […]

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 […]

🍝 Get Ready for a Spaghetti-Packed Day of Fun! 🍝 Join us for the Grumpy Old Men Ragetti’s Spaghetti Dinner at the Historic Anderson House Hotel on Saturday, February 28, 2026! 🎉 Channel your inner Ragetti and dive into a delicious spaghetti dinner served in one of Minnesota’s fastest growing iconic spots. 🍷 Enjoy hearty […]

Experience the beauty of winter at the second annual Winter Play Day, an official Winter Carnival event. Join us on Saturday, January 24, at Crosby Farm Regional Park for a day of free, family-friendly outdoor winter activities. Come and go as you please, and stay as long as you like. What to Expect Enjoy a […]

Join WonderTrek Children’s Museum for a winter adventure on the ice. We’re heading to Perch Lake Public Water Access for an afternoon of outdoor exploration, movement, and hands-on discovery. Families can experience active winter play and investigate the wonders of the frozen lake environment alongside our Playworkers and special community partners. Bundle up and come […]

We're so excited for our 2nd Annual Kids' Event. Being the kids, old and young, we'll have something for all of them! They can learn how to use old gadgets that aren't around anymore, we'll have 50% OFF all items in our KidKave, $1 Sundaes, 30% OFF ManCave Records, & select Vendor Sales in The […]

History and science come together in a day of family activities focusing on the role of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) for the past and present. Guest organizations and museum staff will present a variety of STEM-related programs, highlighting the ways STEM affected the Minneapolis riverfront and still affects us today. Families can learn […]

Celebrate Lunar New Year with us on February 28th! Enjoy free festive fun for all ages, including: • Face painting 11:30 – 1:30 • Sip N Bloom Hope Flower Bar 12:00 – while supplies last • Table tennis with Dick’s Sporting Goods • Niko Niko tea samples, gift cards, giveaways, and more! And be sure […]

Come to Gertens to create an indoor planter filled with succulents! These wonderful plants have charming colors, exotic foliage, and are easy to care for. Attendees will enjoy a Keys box lunch as they watch the demo and learn all about succulents. Then the fun begins, designing and planting up your succulent bowl to take […]

Dreary winter days call for an escape to the movies! Cozy up with Howl’s Moving Castle by beloved director Hayao Miyazaki on the Walker Cinema’s big screen. Come early or stick around after the film to make art and visit the galleries—all for free. The film screening begins at 1 pm, with drop-in art-making offered […]

Winter Fest on Saturday, February 28th from 12pm-4pm You are invited to the fourth annual Cambridge Winter Fest event held on Saturday, February 28th, 2026 from 12pm-4pm at Central Green Park located at 1450 East Rum River Dr SE. As this event continues to grow in attendance each year, volunteers are appreciated! If you or […]

Enjoy an afternoon of storytelling with Hope Flanagan who will share traditional Anishinaabe winter stories. Learn why many Ojibwe stories can only be told when snow is on the ground and hear how Hope is supporting the next generation of storytellers who will carry on this tradition. Woven throughout the program will be powerful first-person […]

🧩 READY… SET… PUZZLE! 🎉 Think you’ve got the fastest puzzle skills in town? Gather your crew of family or friends and join our jigsaw puzzle competition for an afternoon of friendly fun, prizes, and bragging rights! 🏆😄 ♻️ Bring a puzzle (or two!) that you no longer need and trade for others that are […]

Make it. Mold it. Melt it. Pour it. Our first weekend event for the We Are Water MN travelling exhibit is here! Join the Workshop on Wheels Metal Mobile Lab & Show team at Oxbow Park & Zollman Zoo from 1pm-4pm to melt pewter and pour it into water molds or animal molds. Then you […]

Join us at Camp Fire Minnesota for FREE winter fun with the whole family! You’ll enjoy winter activities, then warm up by the fire with s’mores. Dress for a fun-filled day in the outdoors!

Step into the battlefield and prove your strength! Xscape Entertainment at Mall of America on Level 3, East is hosting an in-store Naruto Emblem Battle: Shinobi Battle Score Attack Championship — same-day registration only! Show your skills in the Shinobi Battle Score Attack Championship and compete for exclusive special emblems available only to event participants. […]

Visit and explore the Art Center during this free event for the whole family. Learn about upcoming classes and programs, enjoy teacher demonstrations and hands-on projects, play some yard games and more! ________________________ PARKING Free event parking is available along Equitable Drive and at the Relate Counseling lot (7700 Equitable Drive), next door to the […]

We’re celebrating our Great Horned Owl, Cedar, and our Red Tailed Hawk, Sha with an annual “hatch day” birthday party! Join us at the Interpretive Center on Saturday, February 28th from 2pm-4pm for cake, an egg hunt, a drawing, and a fun craft. Come on down to celebrate with us and our amazing Ambassador Raptors!

Calling all superheroes! Help save the day at the Superhero Party! Come dressed as your favorite superhero or make your own cape and mask with us. Take flight in the bounce house, climb through a giant inflatable obstacle course, and celebrate with a photo shoot and dance party! This event is co-hosted by the Victoria […]

The Magic of Night Trains® returns for our 2025-2026 Season! As we did last season, we are offering limited advance ticket sales in 2 hour time blocks. $15 per guest, kids 4 and under are free. There will be no group rate for the 2025-2026 season. This popular seasonal event begins on November 8th and […]

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 […]

The Original Mattress Factory Bedrace for Bridging returns to Buck Hill on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM—and team registration is now open! Teams of four will race down the Buck Hill tubing hill on queen-sized mattresses while showing off creative costumes and raising funds for Bridging, a Twin Cities nonprofit that helps more […]

Enjoy a leisurely snowshoe trek following a (short or longer) beautiful ice luminary lit trail through the wooded Oakdale Nature Center. Join us back at the bonfire for hot dogs, chips, s'mores, and hot cocoa. A great way to celebrate winter in Minnesota! Snowshoes included or you can bring your own. Also bring your leashed […]

Spend time with friends and family on a fun winter workout with Wahoo! Adventures for the Family Moonlight Snowshoe and Bonfire on Saturday, February 28 from 6 to 8:30 PM at the Discovery Center (4444 Hadley Avenue N). Trek two luminary-lit trails, one short and one longer, through the Nature Preserve. Afterwards, enjoy a movie, […]

Join us every Friday and Saturday night as our park transforms into a vibrant, glowing wonderland. From 6 PM to 9 PM, immerse yourself in a unique, illuminated adventure! 📅 Event Details: • Date: Every Friday & Saturday Night • Time: 6 PM – 9 PM • Location: Zero Gravity Adventure Park 🌌 Description: As […]

✨ GlowFest 2026 ✨ Presented by MontiArts GlowFest is a magical winter celebration of art, light, fire, and community—and one of our favorite nights of the year! Come explore downtown transformed with glowing art installations, illuminated lanterns, creative pop-ups, and surprises around every corner. ✨ Glow Parade ✨ The GlowFest parade starts at the Monticello […]

Stylish pups, live & silent auctions, food, drinks & fun! Come see pups from the Rescue Crew strut their stuff on the runway at Inspire & Flourish’s 7th Annual Fashions for Furry Friends! The annual Fashions for Furry Friends Fashion Show is a heartwarming evening celebrating rescue dogs, creativity, and community. Watch as adorable pups […]