Twin Cities Festival Spring Babies
Twin Cities Harvest Festival Grounds 8901 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park
GREAT Theatre presents Disney’s Frozen
Paramount Center for the Arts 913 W St Germain St, Saint Cloud
Festival Theatre Playmakers Present Disney’s ‘Frozen Jr.’
The Historic Auditorium of St. Croix Falls, WI The Historic Auditorium of St. Croix Falls, WI
“Peter Pan Jr.” presented by Avail Academy Blaine Middle School
Avail Academy Blaine Avail Academy Blaine
HUGE Kids’ Pop-Up Sale – Everything for Infant-Teen & Maternity
Eagan Civic Arena 3870 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan
Anything Goes
6025 109th Ave, Champlin, MN, United States, Minnesota 55316 6025 109th Ave, Champlin, MN, United States, Minnesota 55316
Little Sprouts Parent-Child Class
City of Lakes Waldorf School 2344 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis
2026 Jordan & Prior Lake Cinco de Mayo Celebration!
Jordan & Prior Lake Cinco de Mayo Jordan & Prior Lake Cinco de Mayo
FARM FRIDAY!
27251 State Highway 30 , Hayfield, MN, United States, Minnesota 55940 27251 State Highway 30 , Hayfield, MN, United States, Minnesota 55940
Library Storytime: Mary Poppins
Riverview Library, Saint Paul Public Library 1 George Street East, St Paul
Preschool Open Gym
654 Industrial Blvd, Waconia, MN, United States, Minnesota 55387 654 Industrial Blvd, Waconia, MN, United States, Minnesota 55387
Grand Opening Mindful Families
7835 Telegraph Rd, Bloomington, MN 7835 Telegraph Rd, Bloomington, MN
MAIC Open House and Powwow
1530 E. Franklin Ave., Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55404 1530 E. Franklin Ave., Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55404
Patio Party at Milwaukee Road
225 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55401 225 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55401
Kids Karaoke Fridays with Silly Miss Tilly at Can Can Wonderland
Can Can Wonderland 755 Prior Ave N, Suite 004, Saint Paul
Experience Northern Lights Glow Party at Zero Gravity!
2292 Woodale Dr., Mounds View, MN, United States, Minnesota 55112 2292 Woodale Dr., Mounds View, MN, United States, Minnesota 55112Week of Events
The Right Thing To Do: The Joe Mauer Story
THE RIGHT THING TO DO: THE JOE MAUER STORY April 10 - May 10, 2026 https://www.stagestheatre.org/the-right-thing-to-do-the-joe-mauer-story/ Based on the book by Joe Schmit Book and Music by Michael Mahler CAST | CREATIVE TEAM RECOMMENDED FOR: All Ages LOCATION: Mainstage Theatre SHOW RUN TIME: 60 Minutes When doing the right thing is the simplest choice. It […]
Twin Cities Festival Spring Babies
Ticket includes inflatables, baby animal experience & petting zoo, Gunny Sack Slide, Straw Bale Maze, train ride, Corn Pit & Kiddie Corn Pit, and pedal tractors/trikes. Food trucks a little extra. NW Corner of Hwy 169 & Hwy 610 in Brooklyn Park. Spring Babies Festival Attractions Ticket price includes all core attractions: Baby Animal Experience […]
Little Sprouts Parent-Child Class
Looking for a warm, welcoming way to begin your child’s early years of learning? Our Little Sprouts Parent-Child program offers a beautiful introduction to Waldorf education for children ages 1–3 and their caregivers. Over this 7-week session, you and your child will step into the calm, nurturing rhythm of a Waldorf early childhood classroom, where […]
GREAT Theatre presents Disney’s Frozen
When Elsa’s magical powers accidentally plunge the beautiful, mountainous kingdom of Arendelle into an eternal winter, her fearless sister Anna sets off on a daring quest to bring her home. Along the way, she teams up with a rugged ice harvester, his loyal reindeer, and a hilariously talkative snowman who dreams of summer. Together, they […]
Shrek The Musical
The Prior Lake Players are thrilled to bring you the Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, Shrek The Musical! Join us for a hilarious journey with a lovable ogre, a wisecracking donkey, a feisty princess, and a cast of fairy tale misfits. With all-new songs, dazzling costumes, and even a fire-breathing dragon, this is a show […]
The Wizard of Oz
Step Into the Magic of the Iconic Original Story! It’s not every day a wild tornado whizzes overhead or the world turns to technicolor—but now’s your chance to experience an unforgettable, larger-than-life theatrical spectacle, reimagined in a dazzling new way with all your favorite songs from the beloved film. It’s not every day a wild […]
Art in Bloom 2026
Celebrate spring at Mia during the annual festival of art and flowers! Presented by the Friends of the Institute, this year’s four-day event takes place April 23–26, 2026. Free and open to everyone, Art in Bloom showcases imaginative floral interpretations of selected works of art from Mia’s permanent collection, created by more than 100 individual […]
Festival Theatre Playmakers Present Disney’s ‘Frozen Jr.’
Disney's Frozen Jr. Festival Theatre Playmakers (Ages 8-18) April 23- May 3 The Historic Auditorium The enchanting modern classic from Disney is ready for your Broadway Junior stars! Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of […]
Kids’ HUGE Pop-Up Sale – JBF Coon Rapids
Kids grow fast & that's expensive, but it doesn't have to be!Shop Smart with JBF Coon Rapids April 23-26 to save BIG on spring & summer items.Just Between Friends Coon Rapids brings together hundreds of local families who will be selling great items that your kids will love...and you’ll love the prices even more!Get everything […]
Bluff Country Studio Art Tour 2026
Bluff Country Studio Art Tour is a creative, self-guided weekend adventure through SE Minnesota’s Bluff Country taking place April 24-26, 2026. The tour is a unique opportunity to visit the inspirational art studios nestled in the area’s small towns and scenic, rural bluffs, hills and valleys. Bluff Country Studio Art Tour is a weekend-long art […]
2026 Minnesota Horse Expo Official Event
This is the official event page of the Minnesota Horse Expo, sponsored by the Minnesota Horse Council. Minnesota's largest equine trade show and breed exposition, For complete information, go to our website: https://www.mnhorseexpo.org/
Minnesota Zoo Farm Babies
Minnesota Zoo – Farm Babies 2026 Get ready to welcome the newest arrivals at one of spring’s most beloved traditions—Farm Babies! This fan-favorite event is back and included with regular zoo admission, offering daily opportunities to meet adorable baby animals and their hardworking moms. 📅 Dates & HoursOpen daily during Zoo hoursWeekend activities: Saturdays & […]
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Orpheum Theatre | April 25 – May 17 Experience the wizarding world like never before at the spellbinding spectacular Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, hailed as “one of the most defining pop culture events of the decade” (Forbes). Join Harry and his son on a mind-blowing new adventure through time—brought to life with the most […]
Country Sun Farm Spring Open House – Day 1
Join us for our Spring Open House at Country Sun Farm Shop the greenhouse, enjoy coffee and mini donuts, and meet our baby goats! 🐐 A great way to kick off the spring season with family and friends. Saturday & Sunday, April 25–26 | 9 AM – 5 PM Get $5 off pansy bowls during […]
KIDSFEST 2026
Join us April 25 & 26 — Kids Fest runs 11AM–4PM both days, with special 10AM programming to kick things off! Full schedule and activity lineup coming soon…
Eden Prairie SCHEELS Fish Fest
Join us for our biggest fishing event of the year: Fish Fest 🎣 Get ready for open water fishing at this two-day event! Saturday, April 25 from 9:30 AM-5:00 PM Sunday, April 26 from 10:30 AM-4:00 PM 📍Eden Prairie SCHEELS Fishing Shop 🛒 Save on your favorite brands 👋 Meet with SCHEELS Experts & reps […]
Party for the Planet
Celebrate Earth Day weekend with two days of family-friendly fun focused on pollinators, plants, conservation, and community action. Enjoy hands-on activities, educational experiences, seasonal beauty, and meaningful ways to give back. 🌼 Event Highlights Include: • Pollinator Pebbles rock painting • Monarch butterfly activities with Monarch Joint Venture • Green yard tool demonstrations with TORO […]
Jumperoo at Urban Air Plymouth
Urban Air Adventure Park invites families to Jumperoo, a special toddler-only playtime designed exclusively for children ages 5 and under. During this event, the entire park is reserved just for our youngest adventurers, creating a safe, fun, and controlled environment for little ones to jump, bounce, crawl, and explore. For $10.99 per child, toddlers can […]
Legally Blonde at SMCT
PERFORMANCE DATES: April 30 -May 2* & May 7-9 @ 7:00pm May 3 & 10 @ 2:00pm *Saturday, May 2nd is an ASL interpreted performance. For those needing ASL interpretation, please contact us to reserve these tickets : st.matthewcommunitytheater@gmail.com or call (612) 454-0192 -- A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally […]
“Peter Pan Jr.” presented by Avail Academy Blaine Middle School
🌟 Never grow up… or at least not before you see this show! 🌟 The Avail Academy Blaine Middle School Musical: Peter Pan Jr. is taking flight, and you’re invited to join the adventure! 🗓 Wednesday, April 29 | 1:00 p.m. 🗓 Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 p.m. 🗓 Friday, May 1 | 7:00 p.m. […]
HUGE Kids’ Pop-Up Sale – Everything for Infant-Teen & Maternity
🎟️ FREE admission tickets at link above Two times a year, save on everything you need for your kids. THOUSANDS of great items at one sale, 50-90% off retail. Just 3 days only! All you need to do is get your FREE admission or Presale ticket https://eagan.jbfsale.com/ 🎉This SALE you CANNOT afford to miss!🎉 📆Sale […]
New Brighton Garage Sale Weekend 2026
It's time for some spring cleaning! The City of New Brighton will host a clean-up day on May 16. Before that day, why not see if your trash is another person's treasure? Host a garage sale! Garage Sale dates: April 30-May 3. Complete this form to include your address and sale information in the Garage […]
Anything Goes
A toe-tapping evergreen classic with music and lyrics by Cole Porter, this voyage of the S.S. American between New York and England is filled with a madcap group of passengers, witty repartee, exceptional singing and brilliant dancing. Including familiar classics from the Great American Songbook "Anything Goes,” "You're the Top" and "I Get a Kick […]
200 Family BABY + KIDS SALE • Farmington MN!
2026 SPRING SALE! Minnesota’s Original Kids Consignment Event! Pre-Sale Friday May 1st https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-yours-to-mine-consignment-5-early-shopping-ticket-tickets-1984936364098?aff=oddtdtcreator FREE ADMISSION SATURDAY MAY 2nd SUNDAY May 3rd www.FYTMKIDS.com
Outdoor Arcade Party
Our 8th Annual weekend-long family friendly outdoor arcade party is returning! All weekend long (May 1-3), we're transforming our entire outdoor space into a retro outdoor arcade, reminiscent of the golden era of gaming. Tents and portions of the brewery will be filled with classic arcade cabinet favorites, pinball, skeeball and others for you to […]
Roseville Mother’s Day Craft & Vendor Market
💐💖 Celebrate Mom at the Roseville Mother’s Day Craft & Vendor Market💐💖 Dates & Times: Friday, May 1, 2026 - 10 am to 8 pm Saturday, May 2, 2026 - 10am-8pm Sunday, May 3, 2026 - 11 am to 6 pm Join us for a heartwarming weekend featuring local vendors, delightful treats, and thoughtful gift […]
Junkin’ Market Days Spring Market ~ Hudson
Shop unique & one-of-a kind product from local small businesses in one location: ❤️shabby chic home decor ❤️rustic furniture ❤️jewelry ❤️boutique clothing ❤️bath/body products ❤️gourmet food ❤️candles ❤️vintage ❤️antiques The event is held at the Alliance Center on Friday, May 1st from 3-7pm & Saturday, Saturday, May 2nd from 8-3 pm. Admission is $5 (or […]
2026 Jordan & Prior Lake Cinco de Mayo Celebration!
Jordan Area Food Shelf Presents: Cinco de Mayo 2026! 🇲🇽 Join us for a TWO-DAY celebration packed with incredible food, live music, and community fun — all supporting the Jordan Area Food Shelf! 📍 Friday, May 1st | 5PM–11PM Downtown Prior Lake (Main Ave) 📍 Saturday, May 2nd | 5PM–11PM 1st Street – Downtown Jordan […]
STAR WARS DAY(s)
🚀 A long time ago (or maybe just last year), in a store not so far away… fans gathered for a galactic May the 4th celebration! 🌌✨ This year, we’re gearing up for another legendary adventure, packed with giveaways, retired and exclusive sets and enough intergalactic treasures to make any collector’s heart soar.💓 Stay tuned […]
Sunday, April 26, 2026
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April 26, 2026 - RecurringSensory Friendly Playtime at Edinborough Park
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April 26, 2026 -Andover’s Spring Fling Craft & Gift Expo
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April 26, 2026 -Valley Eco Fair 2026
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April 26, 2026 -The Rock and Roll Playhouse presents The Music of Taylor Swift & More for Kids
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April 26, 2026 -MNPPR’s 12th Birthday Bash
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April 26, 2026 -7th Annual Food Truck Kick Off!!
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April 26, 2026 -Baby Goat Day at Next Chapter Winery!
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April 26, 2026 -Sundays at Landmark: BandWidth Community Band Festival
Sensory Friendly Playtime at Edinborough Park
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 […]
Andover’s Spring Fling Craft & Gift Expo
This event is going to be so Spectacular! From Original Handmade Craft Exhibitors to Small Businesses, Woodworkers, knots, embroidery, crocheted items, Lights, Metal Art, Wood Signs, Cosmetics, Beauty and Wellness products, Art, Photographers, Bakers, Candy Makers, Jams and Jellies, Etc. We will have just about everything you are looking for at this event. Stop in […]
Valley Eco Fair 2026
Celebrate Earth Month at the 4th Annual Valley Eco Fair — a vibrant, family-friendly community event focused on sustainability, creativity, and connection. Hosted by Sustainable Stillwater MN, the fair brings together local businesses, organizations, and neighbors to share practical solutions that strengthen our economy, environment, and community. Enjoy interactive booths, food trucks, music, and hands-on […]
The Rock and Roll Playhouse presents The Music of Taylor Swift & More for Kids
The Rock and Roll Playhouse presents The Music of Taylor Swift & More for Kids First Avenue Sunday, April 26, 2026 All Ages show Tickets on sale now → https://firstavenue.me/4aRhEAT 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 limit per […]
MNPPR’s 12th Birthday Bash
Our rescue is turning 12 years old this year, so we're throwing a birthday party to celebrate, and you're all invited! . This FREE family-friendly event will include a guinea pig 'pignic', a Pet A Hedgehog animal encounter, Animal Ambassadors of multiple pocket pet species you can meet, face painting, free crafts, games, merch, music, […]
7th Annual Food Truck Kick Off!!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!! Kick Off the 2026 Food Truck Season! Come celebrate the start of the 2026 food truck season with some of the best food trucks from the Midwest! Bring your favorite people to enjoy mouthwatering gourmet food from around the globe. This free event promises a flavorful experience with food trucks representing diverse […]
Baby Goat Day at Next Chapter Winery!
Cuteness overload incoming! Join us on Sunday, April 26th from 12-5 PM for Baby Goat Day at Next Chapter Winery--it's FREE to attend! Spend the afternoon snuggling, playing, and taking fun photos with adorable baby goats from Four Seasons Farm (FSF) Dairy Goats in Jordan while sipping on delicious wine, beer, dirty sodas, and cocktails! […]
Sundays at Landmark: BandWidth Community Band Festival
Enjoy an afternoon listening to marches, concert band classics, pop, Broadway, and jazz music performed by some of the top volunteer-based ensembles in Minnesota. This festival is part of Sundays at Landmark and is produced in partnership with the Lex-Ham Community Band. More information to come! Sundays at Landmark series is supported by Ecolab, the […]
Monday, April 27, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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April 28, 2026 - RecurringToddler Tuesday – Coffee Date
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April 28, 2026 - RecurringToddler Tuesday
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April 28, 2026 - RecurringDine-In Movie Nights
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April 28, 2026 - RecurringTable Magician & Kids Eat FREE* on Tuesdays!
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April 28, 2026 -Habitat Make and Take Tuesday Event
Toddler Tuesday – Coffee Date
Stop in for toddler music, $1.50 kiddo lattes, and a warm welcoming environment where children can play and dance while caregivers can have a cup of coffee and play or mingle. Kiddo items: Donuts, juice, lemonade and cocoa flights, snacks
Toddler Tuesday
Toddler Tuesday 9:30-11:30am every Tuesday! Join us for themed coloring and sensory play. $14 for kids under 5.
Dine-In Movie Nights
Dine-In Movies at Pig Ate My Pizza 🍿 Every Tuesday, we’re turning dinner into a movie night. Two family-friendly films, back-to-back—first showing at 4:30PM, second at 6:30PM. Come early, stay late, or settle in for the full double feature! Bring the kids (or your inner child) and get a FREE kids pizza with the purchase […]
Table Magician & Kids Eat FREE* on Tuesdays!
Stop into Broadway Pizza® Champlin every Tuesday for Magic & Family Night! We have Roman The Magician performing magic tricks tableside from 5-7pm! And Kids Eat FREE 5-7:30pm!* He comes highly recommended by our valued customers & our employees love him too! He has all the best magic tricks that appeal to kids & adults […]
Habitat Make and Take Tuesday Event
A habitat is a small scene built for a Lego© minifigure! At this Make and Take Tuesday event you will learn how to make a habitat shell using an 8x8 plate and bricks. Cost of class is $15 and includes a minifig for your build (Value $7 or less)
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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April 29, 2026 -Family Spring Celebration (Frogtown)
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April 29, 2026 -Handbuilt Pottery – Clay Garden Gnome at Forgotten Star
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April 29, 2026 -FREE Wonderstruck Wednesday: Star Wars: Fact or Fiction?
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April 29, 2026 -An Evening of Organ & Choir: Featuring University Singers and Northrop Organist Greg Zelek
Family Spring Celebration (Frogtown)
Come celebrate spring and join your community at Frogtown Community Center! We’ll be celebrating outdoors (weather permitting) with a variety of games and activities for all. Free! For more spring events, please visit stpaul.gov/spring-events
Handbuilt Pottery – Clay Garden Gnome at Forgotten Star
Register + info: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/BM8Lr48K/v5 Join Creative Flow at Forgotten Star Brewing and create a garden gnome out of clay! Hand-built pottery is a unique workshop offering a total hands-on experience. You will be guided on building the basic shape, add fun sculptural elements to reflect your own ideas, then add color with underglazes! The projects […]
FREE Wonderstruck Wednesday: Star Wars: Fact or Fiction?
I wonder...how much of the Star Wars universe could really exist? Could there be a world with two suns? Are lightsaber battles in our future? Join us as we explore a galaxy far, far away and discover what is science fact and what is science fiction. No admission fee, FREE show! Seats are first come […]
An Evening of Organ & Choir: Featuring University Singers and Northrop Organist Greg Zelek
Free for UMN students; registration required. Northrop Organist Greg Zelek teams up with the University Singers, led by University of Minnesota professor and director of choral activities Matthew Mehaffey, for a can’t-miss concert blending choral and organ works. This lively program will feature a mix of selections written for choir and organ, including an arrangement […]
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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April 30, 2026 - RecurringThursday Morning Story Time with Ms. Amy
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April 30, 2026 - RecurringPreschool Open Gym
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April 30, 2026 -National Therapy Animal Day
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April 30, 2026 - RecurringFree Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center
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April 30, 2026 -Clothing Swap
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April 30, 2026 -BikeMN 17 Year Anniversary Party
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!
Preschool Open Gym
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 […]
National Therapy Animal Day
Meet, pet + learn about therapy animals with North Star Therapy Animals! Therapy alpacas, cats, rabbits and dozens of breeds of dogs will be available to meet, cuddle and hold. All animals are registered with Pet Partners, the gold standard in therapy animal interactions. There will be an opportunity for kids to read to the […]
Free Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center
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 free admission to the History Center and its exhibits, including The Life & Art of Charles M. Schulz, which follows the artistic talent behind the […]
Clothing Swap
Join us for the spring swap series with new swaps at new locations on new dates. Attendees will bring items to give away and/or 'shop’ for items to take home. Swap events are a great opportunity to rehome items and reduce waste in our community. These events are free and open to everyone. No items […]
BikeMN 17 Year Anniversary Party
GET TICKETS: https://secure.everyaction.com/2SBdzVjtb0qOnDhQ-MFe4Q2 Food, Drinks, Games, and MORE! Limited to 150 tickets! 4:45pm-5:30pm - Check-in/registration/Happy Hour 5:30pm - Announcements / Habanero Food Truck 6:30pm Merch Sale - Bike Community Awards - Door Prize Drawings
Friday, May 1, 2026
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May 1, 2026 - RecurringFARM FRIDAY!
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May 1, 2026 -Creepy Crawlies Sensory Play (12 months -6 Years)
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May 1, 2026 - RecurringFriday Morning Story Time with Engineer Paul
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May 1, 2026 -Library Storytime: Mary Poppins
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May 1, 2026 - RecurringPreschool Open Gym
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May 1, 2026 -Grand Opening Mindful Families
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May 1, 2026 -MAIC Open House and Powwow
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May 1, 2026 -Neighbor Night
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May 1, 2026 -Patio Party at Milwaukee Road
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May 1, 2026 - RecurringKids Karaoke Fridays with Silly Miss Tilly at Can Can Wonderland
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May 1, 2026 - RecurringExperience Northern Lights Glow Party at Zero Gravity!
FARM FRIDAY!
We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your own snack and/or lunch. We […]
Creepy Crawlies Sensory Play (12 months -6 Years)
Get ready for Creepy Crawlies, a hands-on adventure where kids go on a bug hunt as they explore sensory stations featuring their favorite bugs! Dive into ooey, gooey, wormy slime, sticky spider webs, and colorful ladybugs. Dig through insect sensory bins for a fun, bug-filled discovery with your child! Children must be accompanied by a […]
Friday Morning Story Time with Engineer Paul
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!
Library Storytime: Mary Poppins
Join Ballet Co.Laboratory at Riverview Library for a special story time inspired by Mary Poppins. Riverview librarians collaborate with dancers from Ballet Co.Laboratory to present a one-of-a-kind reading that will get you dancing.
Preschool Open Gym
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 […]
Grand Opening Mindful Families
Come celebrate our new space with a Ribbon Cutting, Refreshments and Mindfulness Activities!
MAIC Open House and Powwow
🌿SAVE THE DATE 🌿 Minneapolis American Indian Center (MAIC) invites you to the May 1st American Indian Month Kick-off Powwow and Open House. 📍 Minneapolis American Indian Center, 1530 E Franklin Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55404 📅 Friday, May 1st 🕔 4PM-9PM MC: Jerry Dearly AD: Chaske Lablanc 🌸Vendor Application link: https://forms.gle/bFt9b92bgfRm7vjq7 🌸Volunteer Link: https://forms.monday.com/.../1967f4996841512498f70e51952e... More […]
Neighbor Night
FREE FAMILY EVENT Community Education Center at J.J. Hill 998 Selby Avenue, St. Paul Friday, May 1st 4:30-7:00pm Celebrate, play, and come together as a community! Connect with others while enjoying a variety of activities including: • FREE dinner 4:30-6:30pm • Donate a non-perishable item to our food drive • Bike and helmet checks with […]
Patio Party at Milwaukee Road
Spring’s finally here, and we’re opening up the patio. ☀️🍹 Join us Friday, May 1 from 5–9 PM at our Milwaukee Road Patio connected to the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot for a laid-back Patio Party to kick off the season. We’ll have live music starting at 6 PM from 120 Minutes, plus a complimentary🌟 […]
Kids Karaoke Fridays with Silly Miss Tilly at Can Can Wonderland
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 […]
Experience Northern Lights Glow Party at Zero Gravity!
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 […]
Saturday, May 2, 2026
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May 2, 2026 - RecurringRichfield Farmers Market
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May 2, 2026 -Opening Day at MCFM
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May 2, 2026 -Spring Fling: Run for the Roses
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May 2, 2026 -A Walk to Remember
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May 2, 2026 -Kids Fishing Clinic
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May 2, 2026 -Walk for Animals
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May 2, 2026 -Maple Grove Quilters Quilt Show
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May 2, 2026 -Spring Open House + Makers Market
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May 2, 2026 -Bike Rodeo
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May 2, 2026 - RecurringSaturday Morning on the Farm
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May 2, 2026Fraser Festival
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May 2, 2026 -Farm Babies (Morning)
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May 2, 2026 -FREE Community Showing of Puss in Boots
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May 2, 2026 -Vehicle Day
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May 2, 2026 -Centennial ECFE Truck Day 2026
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May 2, 2026 -Vehicle Day
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May 2, 2026 -First Saturday Science: Cats, Dogs & Birds: Pets or Predators
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May 2, 2026 -STEM Adventures
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May 2, 2026 -Spring Splash 2026
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May 2, 2026 -Pearl’s Garden Family Day
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May 2, 2026 -Mother’s Day Tea Party & Fashion Show
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May 2, 2026 -Kidpreneur Business Fair
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May 2, 2026 -Lightbridge Academy of Champlin, Grand Opening
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May 2, 2026 -Spotlight Science: Climate Stories
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May 2, 2026 -Twin Cities Bird Festival – Free
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May 2, 2026 -4th Annual Woodbury Spring Craft & Gift Show
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May 2, 2026 -Robot Day
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May 2, 2026 -Celebrate Pre-Mothers Day at Caboose Day!
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May 2, 2026 -Sisterhood Swag & Stroll Downtown Shakopee
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May 2, 2026 -Children’s Entrepreneur Market at Gammelgården Museum’s Season Opening Day
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May 2, 2026 -Gammelgården Museum’s 2026 Season Opening Event
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May 2, 2026 -2026 Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
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May 2, 2026 -West Side of Saint Paul Cinco De Mayo
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May 2, 2026 -Introduction to Orienteering
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May 2, 2026 - RecurringFirst Saturday Guided Tour
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May 2, 2026 -Spring Hmong Arts & Craft Fair
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May 2, 2026 -FRNNG 6th Annual Duck Race
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May 2, 2026 -Environmental Fun Fair
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May 2, 2026 - RecurringLakeshore Free Events for Kids
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May 2, 2026 -Heritage Choir: Community Sing
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May 2, 2026 -Children’s Reading Circle – Minnesota Integration Story
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May 2, 2026 -Collector Mania – Toys, Games, Cards & Collectibles Show
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May 2, 2026 -Cottage Grove Food Trucks Kick off – 2nd Annual!
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May 2, 2026 -St. Paul Grand Opening Party! Way Cool Cooking School
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May 2, 2026 -Minnesota State Band Spring Concert
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May 2, 2026 -South of the River Pow Wow 2026
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May 2, 2026 -Lind-Bohanon Neighborhood Day & Community Baby Shower
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May 2, 2026 -The Big Spring Stillwater Sing
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May 2, 2026 - RecurringMinnesota Wind Chill Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Game
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May 2, 2026 -Date Night – Magical Mud Mosaics (3-9 Years)
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May 2, 2026 - RecurringExperience Northern Lights Glow Party at Zero Gravity!
Richfield Farmers Market
The Richfield Farmers Market offers the best in fresh and handmade local foods, farm products, and artisan crafts. Kids ages 4-17 can get $2 in “PoP Club” coupons each time they visit the market (while funds last) which they can use to buy produce. SNAP/EBT funds are accepted and matched. Most weeks at the market […]
Opening Day at MCFM
Mark your calendar! We will be outside every Saturday this summer, starting on Saturday May 2nd, from 8am until 1pm. Join us and support sustainable local farmers, food makers, and artists of all kinds! Discover fresh local groceries, delicious prepared food and drinks, handcrafted artisan products and so much more. There’s never been a better […]
Spring Fling: Run for the Roses
🌹 A Little Bit of Kentucky Derby is coming to Central Minnesota! Families are invited to Spring Fling: Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Living Waters Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids. This Derby-themed event features kids’ activities, live music, food, and a fun hat contest, plus […]
A Walk to Remember
Honor loved ones with a peaceful walk around Rice Lake, starting at the Maple Grove Arboretum. Participants can complete the full 4.5-mile route or turn back whenever they feel comfortable. Schedule: Check-in: 9 a.m. Program: 9:45 a.m. Walk: 10 a.m. Register: webtrac.maplegrovemn.gov Activity code: 201113-01 $10 per person Sign up by Friday, April 17 for […]
Kids Fishing Clinic
🎣 Kids (best suited for ages 5+) and their families get a chance to practice basic fishing skills like knot tying and casting, learn boat and water safety, and develop responsible angling habits. All participants receive lunch and all kids will go home with fishing goodies. 📍 Location: Coon Rapids Dam Pavilion 3 by the […]
Walk for Animals
On Saturday, May 2, 2026, Animal Humane Society will be back at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds to celebrate second chances. The Walk for Animals is Animal Humane Society’s largest and most important fundraising event of the year. Every dollar raised makes a big impact on the animals in our community and the people who love […]
Maple Grove Quilters Quilt Show
Lots of beautiful quilts Boutique Vendors: Tiny Apple Fabric and Crafts and Red Pine Quilt Shop Demos Raffle Quilt - $2 a ticket Admission $7
Spring Open House + Makers Market
Celebrate the start of spring with exclusive deals, promotions, and free guided tours of our one-of-a-kind garden center. Spend time wandering the greenhouse and grounds, take in the energy of a new season, and explore our wide selection of plants, tools, and outdoor essentials. Whether you’re just getting started or adding to something you’ve been […]
Bike Rodeo
FYCC is getting ready for our Bike Rodeo, Saturday May 2 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in St Michael at 11800 Town Center Dr. Vendors, Bike Show by Mega Jump and more. Register at myfycc.com
Saturday Morning on the Farm
Join in seasonal farm activities to explore the barn, meet animals, discover what's growing in the garden, and more! Wear farm clothes and get ready to dig in and be active. Drop in anytime. Program runs rain or shine! Avoid the line and purchase your tickets in advance. The first Saturday of the month will […]
Fraser Festival
Do you like to dance to the beat of your own music? Do your kids squeal when they see furry animals, like dogs, cats and bunnies? Or, is your love language arts and crafts projects, preferably with glitter and gobs of color? If you answered yes, great news! You’re going to love the Fraser Festival, […]
Farm Babies (Morning)
Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of springtime on Dodge’s farm! Tour the barnyard and meet the newest arrivals: lambs, piglets, and chicks. Age: All Ages Cost: $10 Register online: https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/farm-babies-morning
FREE Community Showing of Puss in Boots
FREE Community Showing of Puss in Boots sponsored by Hutchinson Family Dentistry and The New Era Team at Wealth Enhancement Group! Long before meeting Shrek, Puss in Boots (Chris Miller) -- just named a hero for saving a woman from a charging bull -- is run out of town on suspicion of bank robbery, even […]
Vehicle Day
Your child can sit in the driver's seat and pretend to be a fire fighter, truck driver, delivery person, and much more.
Centennial ECFE Truck Day 2026
Honk Honk! Join us for the annual Centennial Early Childhood Truck Day, sponsored by the Parent Advisory Council. Come see big rigs and police cars, rescue vehicles, snow plows, and some surprise new vehicles this year. All families are welcome to this FREE event! Sensory-Friendly Period 10-10:30am We feel passionate about providing a sensory-friendly experience […]
Vehicle Day
Your child can sit in the driver’s seat and pretend to be a fire fighter, truck driver, delivery person and much more. Rain or Shine. Sponsored by the Cities of Edina and Richfield.
First Saturday Science: Cats, Dogs & Birds: Pets or Predators
Calling all little scientists! Kids of all ages are invited to explore science with fun laboratory experiments and hands-on activities. This month discover how cats, dogs, and birds made the transition from the wild into our homes. In this interactive, hands-on workshop, participants explore the process of domestication and uncover the key differences between wild […]
STEM Adventures
Don’t miss STEM Adventures, coming soon to Kiddie Academy of Edina. This free, hands‑on event is an opportunity for your child to explore engaging STEM activities that spark curiosity and build confidence. RSVP on our website to secure your spot. Kiddie Academy of Edina May 2nd 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Spring Splash 2026
Join us for an exciting day of family-friendly fun at Spring Splash, hosted by The Wayzata Conservancy and the City of Wayzata. This event, held on the Panoway on Wayzata Bay, aims to showcase the Lake Exploration Camps and various summer programming opportunities available in the community. We invite you to participate in engaging activities […]
Pearl’s Garden Family Day
Celebrate the recent release of the MNHS Press children's book Pearl's Garden and the first day of the spring outdoor Mill City Farmers Market with author and artist Carolyn Olson. Plant and take home a seed, do art activities, meet the author, and enjoy shopping at the Market. Event is free and takes place inside […]
Mother’s Day Tea Party & Fashion Show
Join us for a beautiful morning celebrating the special women in our lives! Enjoy live acoustic music by Brynn Sathre, a spring fashion show featuring Gypsy K Consignment and Maurices, and a delightful spread of tea party favorites — including assorted teas, coffee, punch, and elegant brunch-style finger foods. Gather your mother, daughter, grandmother, or […]
Kidpreneur Business Fair
Parents — this might be the coolest learning experience your child has all year Registration is FREE! At Kidz Biz Fair, kids can become entrepreneurs for the day. It will take some planning and work though! Kids are the boss + parents are the free help! Create products, set prices, and sell to real customers. […]
Lightbridge Academy of Champlin, Grand Opening
🎉 Grand Opening Celebration! 🎉 Join us as we celebrate the opening of Lightbridge Academy! 💛 Come tour our beautiful new center, meet our team, and enjoy a fun-filled day for the whole family! 🎶 DJ entertainment 🐶 Puppy adoptions 🌭 Food truck with Nathan’s hot dogs, mini donuts & fresh lemonade 🎟️ 50/50 raffle […]
Spotlight Science: Climate Stories
We’ve heard that talking about climate change may be the most important action we can take. But it can be hard to know where to start. Today’s guests can help with that challenge. Explore the ways we talk about climate change with our families, in our communities, and to ourselves. Find your climate story, and […]
Twin Cities Bird Festival – Free
FREE BIRD FESTIVAL! The Twin Cities Bird Festival strives to connect people to the joy of birds and spark interest in bird conservation through a community celebration of spring migration. Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day along the Mississippi Flyway. See live raptors, attend a guided bird walk and learn how to help create bird-friendly cities […]
4th Annual Woodbury Spring Craft & Gift Show
This event is going to be so Spectacular! From Original Handmade Craft Exhibitors to Small Businesses, Woodworkers, knots, embroidery, crocheted items, Lights, Metal Art, Wood Signs, Cosmetics, Beauty and Wellness products, Art, Photographers, Bakers, Candy Makers, Jams and Jellies, Etc. We will have just about everything you are looking for at this event. Stop in […]
Robot Day
Join us for Robot Day, where professionals from engineering fields showcase the exciting world of robotics through hands-on activities! Kids ages 5-12 and their families can explore exhibits and activity stations at their own pace, meeting engineers, scientists, and student experts along the way. Experience a variety of interactive, kid-friendly demos and engineering challenges designed […]
Celebrate Pre-Mothers Day at Caboose Day!
🌸Pre-Mother’s Day Train Ride & Family Event at the Gopher State Railway Museum!🚂 📅 Date: May 2 📍 Location: Gopher State Railway Museum, 25501 Helena Blvd, New Prague, MN 56071 Celebrate Mom early with a unique and memorable family experience! Ride the historic train and enjoy a special pre-Mother’s Day event filled with fun activities […]
Sisterhood Swag & Stroll Downtown Shakopee
Details coming soon! Join Downtown Shakopee on this fun yearly event!
Children’s Entrepreneur Market at Gammelgården Museum’s Season Opening Day
The Kids Markets is a nationwide movement that gives kids the platform to launch their own mini businesses. From slime to soaps, lemonade to lawn services—kids sell what they create, while learning real-life business and social skills. The mission of the Kids Markets is "to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit in kids by giving them real […]
Gammelgården Museum’s 2026 Season Opening Event
Season Opening Day marks the first day of the 2026 season. This family-friendly, free event will feature many exciting activities and exhibits! From 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., · View new exhibits in the Welcome House (Välkommen Hus) focused on textiles and shoemaking. · See the historic buildings and look for some artifacts that have […]
2026 Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Get ready for the Westside Cinco de Mayo Celebration — Minnesota’s premier festival celebrating Mexican culture, community, and pride! 🌟 Friday May 1 — Car Show | Harriet Island Start the celebration with our family-friendly Car Show at Harriet Island! Enjoy classic cars, lowriders, hoppers, great music, and delicious food in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. […]
West Side of Saint Paul Cinco De Mayo
Get ready for live music, Food low-riders and classic cars, and family fun! There will be something for everyone at the 2026 festival! Get ready for the Westside Cinco de Mayo Celebration — Minnesota’s premier festival celebrating Mexican culture, community, and pride! 🌟 Friday May 1 — Car Show | Harriet Island Start the celebration […]
Introduction to Orienteering
Learn about orienteering - what it is, how to do it, and how to find events that you can participate in. Competitive orienteering is the sport of navigation—often held in unfamiliar terrain—using a map and compass to navigate from point to point in the least amount of time. In a less competitive setting, orienteering is […]
First Saturday Guided Tour
Fee: Cost of admission First Saturday Guided Tours last 45 minutes and are included with the cost of admission. These public tours have a capacity of 15 people and are available on a first come, first served basis. No registration required.
Spring Hmong Arts & Craft Fair
Join us for a Spring Craft Fair! Come shop unique handmade gifts for Mother's Day. There will be a variety of makers offering clothing, home goods, toys & plushies, health & beauty items and baked goods. Come early as there will be free door prizes (while supplies last) and kid's activities. Date: May 2, 2026 […]
FRNNG 6th Annual Duck Race
The Duck Race is one of the most beloved spring events in South Minneapolis. Each year, hundreds of neighbors gather along Minnehaha Creek to cheer on thousands of bright yellow rubber ducks as they race downstream. It’s a joyful, high‑energy community tradition that brings together families, local businesses, and visitors from across Minneapolis. For more […]
Environmental Fun Fair
Join us for our annual Environmental Fun Fair at Springbrook Nature Center on May 2 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.! 🌎 This FREE event includes: - Event passport and prizes - Environmental and educational exhibitors Games, crafts and activities focused on environmental stewardship - Bouncy castle - Pop-up community toy store - Food trucks […]
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 […]
Heritage Choir: Community Sing
Join Heritage Choir and Mariachi Alma De Mexico for a special Community Sing celebrating joy. "La Vida Es Un Carnaval" is a community singing event that is free and open to the public. Come learn a few songs from Heritage Choir, enjoy live music and dancing, and treats from Garcia Bakery. ¡Nos vemos!
Children’s Reading Circle – Minnesota Integration Story
The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery invites families and community members to its next Author Reading Circle featuring Our First Bus Ride by Derek Francis. This special event will include a screening of Minnesota Integration Story, a reading of the book, and a Q&A with book characters Molly and Monica. Both the book […]
Collector Mania – Toys, Games, Cards & Collectibles Show
Join us for our 3rd annual Collector Mania Sale - TOYS, ACTION FIGURES, VIDEO GAMES, COMICS, RECORDS, DOLLS, TRADING CARDS - Sports, Pokemon, Magic & MORE! Sponsored by the Sauk Rapids Riverside Lions Club. FREE TO THE PUBLIC! Noon - 5pm. Over 45+ Tables of vendors selling FUN STUFF! Media Inquiries message this page or […]
Cottage Grove Food Trucks Kick off – 2nd Annual!
Get ready for an unforgettable day of flavors, fun, and fantastic food at Cottage Grove’s 1st Annual Food Truck Kick-Off! 🎉 Join us for an exciting celebration where local food trucks bring their best dishes and a vibrant atmosphere, all in one place! Timeframe: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Come hungry and ready to explore […]
St. Paul Grand Opening Party! Way Cool Cooking School
🎉 Join us for our St. Paul Grand Opening! 🎉 Stop by Way Cool Cooking School-St Paul on Saturday, May 2 from 12–6 PM for a fun, family-friendly open house! Enjoy food & drinks, decorate cupcakes, explore our new space, and enter to win Way Cool gift certificates. ✨ Free to attend—no registration needed! Bring […]
Minnesota State Band Spring Concert
Join the Minnesota State Band for their annual spring concert, “Pictures, Postcards, and Portraits.” Opening with a fan favorite—Rossini’s Barber of Seville Overture—this diverse program includes musical “pictures” from The Louvre, “postcards” from Portugal—composed by Minnesota’s own Carol Barnett—and “portraits” of Charlie Chaplin and Abraham Lincoln. Don’t miss this musical celebration that is sure to […]
South of the River Pow Wow 2026
South of the River Pow Wow Grand Entry 1pm Location: Burnsville High School Gymnasium Graduation Honoring, Royalty Contest, Dance Specials, Feast, and Lacrosse Lessons Hosted by School Districts: 191, 194, 196, 197, 720 Vendor Registration: https://forms.gle/by1vfuoJZ5LLBUXM9 The SOTR Powwow Committee is looking for craft vendors and representatives from nonprofits and colleges/universities to attend our annual […]
Lind-Bohanon Neighborhood Day & Community Baby Shower
🎉Join us on Saturday, May 2 at Creekview Recreation Center for a BIG day of community, connection, and celebration. Neighborhoods across the city are planning events for Neighborhood Day — a chance for residents to come together, meet neighbors, and enjoy activities right in our own backyards. 👶🏽 This year, Lind-Bohanon will be hosting our […]
The Big Spring Stillwater Sing
Join us on May 2nd at Charlie's Pub for the Big Spring Stillwater Sing! Our marvelous host, the incomparable Dan Chouinard, is returning to lead us through an afternoon of harmony and laughter. Whether you’re a shower-singer or a seasoned pro, there’s a place for you in our chorus. We’ll have the lyrics projected on […]
Minnesota Wind Chill Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Game
Come cheer on the Minnesota Wind Chill as they take on the Chicago Union at Sea Foam Stadium in St. Paul! First 1,000 fans will receive a Wind Chill Rally Towel courtesy of presenting sponsor Active Insurance Solutions and Auto Owners Insurance! Gates open at 5:00pm. The Wind Chill are the 2024 UFA Champions, defeating […]
Date Night – Magical Mud Mosaics (3-9 Years)
Do you have plans that don’t include your little ones? Do you want to see a movie that isn’t animated or enjoy a dinner that doesn’t include french fries? Sign your kids up for their own night out. Clay by itself makes great art, but adding beads and sequins makes it even better! Air-dry clay […]
Experience Northern Lights Glow Party at Zero Gravity!
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 […]
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