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Whether you’re planning ahead or looking for something to do this weekend, our comprehensive event calendar has you covered! We handpick the best family-friendly events across Minnesota—from free activities and indoor play to seasonal festivals and special celebrations
Browse hundreds of family-friendly events happening across Minnesota! Use the search bar and filters below to discover activities perfect for your family—whether you’re looking for free weekend fun, indoor adventures, or seasonal celebrations.
Titanic: An Immersive Voyage invites families and history lovers to step aboard one of history’s most famous ships through an unforgettable interactive experience. Explore more than 300 artifacts, life-size recreations of the Titanic’s elegant interiors, stunning 3D visuals, immersive projections, and engaging…
The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is celebrating its 55th Season! Come and be a part of this long-standing tradition by visiting the festival grounds in Shakopee, MN. The 2026 season runs from August 22nd to October 4th, plus Labor Day and Festival Friday….
Using only the tools of their trade—paint brushes, scaffolding, wallpaper rolls—five theatre painters inventively stage a spontaneous retelling of Pinocchio’s quest to become a “real boy.” Get real answers to burning questions, like: How do he and Geppetto end up inside a whale? Will the good…
🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and memorable Fourth of July! What better day to reveal our 2026 Corn Maze than the holiday that inspired its design? This year, we’re celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a…
Make memories at the farm this fall! SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS + MEA THURSDAY & FRIDAY INCLUDED in your admission: *Petting Zoo *Corn Pit *Wagon Rides *Bale Tower *Jump Pads *Barnyard Basketball *Straw Bale Maze *Barnyard Play Area *Photo Op Areas Sunflowers! 3…
🍂 Fall Farm Fest – Freeport, MN! 🎃 2026 Fall Farm Fest Dates September 19, 20, 26, 27 October 3, 4, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 24, 25 From 10am-5pm Come make some fall memories on the farm! 🚜🍁 Spend the day…
🍁🚂 Pumpkin Junction is coming back to Burlington Station! 🎃✨ From September 18th through November 1st, Burlington Station is celebrating the season with a full lineup of fall fun for the whole family! 🍂 🌟 What’s waiting for you at Pumpkin Junction?…
The Secret Garden September 25 – October 25, 2026 Tickets: https://www.stagestheatre.org/show/the-secret-garden/ Based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett Adapted by Jeannine Coulombe Directed by Anna Crace A World Premiere! Every garden has a story. In this enchanting new adaptation of The…
WHAT is twin cities fear fest Open select nights from September 25 – November 1 Twin Cities Fear Fest is returning to Mall of America® this Fall. Guests will encounter detailed sets, dozens of live scare actors, and special effects that create…
About Magic of Halloween Open select nights from September 25 – November 1 A new family-friendly experience open during both daytime and evening hours. Featuring elaborate pumpkin displays, interactive games and seasonal photo opportunities, the attraction expands Twin Cities Fear Fest beyond…
🌽 2026 Corn Maze – “Celebrating America!” 🌽 Join us as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with our brand-new 2026 corn maze! Come experience all your favorite farm attractions, plus even MORE new adventures for the whole family! ✨ We’ve added even…
Get ready for a frightfully fun fall tradition at Tricks and Treats, where Halloween magic comes to life with kid-friendly activities, live entertainment, seasonal treats, character encounters, and festive decorations throughout the park. It’s the perfect way for families to celebrate the…
Mark your calendars for our Annual Fire Department Open House!We have so many great partners lined up for this event: FREE Jonny Pops! – Thank you Jonny Pops!National Fire Sprinkler Association live burn demonstrationRegions Hospital – Car Seat and Injury PreventionLakeview EMS…
Transform a regular old stuffed animal into a super secret hidden storage container! You’ll choose from a selection of stuffies and upcycle your chosen toy into a whimsical jar to store anything your heart desires. Also available will be a variety of…
Family night just got a major upgrade! 🍕✨ We’ve teamed up with Bricks & Minifigs for an extra fun evening of pizza, building, and prizes all September long. Here’s what’s in store for the kids (and for the fam): 🍕 Kids Eat…
FREE Carousel Rides at Cafesjian’s Carousel on selected Tuesdays. The carousel is located at 1245 Midway Parkway in St. Paul’s Como Park, just south of the Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. Free Tuesdays 2026 May 26 June 30 July 28 August 25…
Minnetonka Senior Services, in coordination with the Senior Advisory Board, is hosting the annual book and pie sale! Browse a huge selection of books at $1 each, then treat yourself to a slice of pie and crowd-favorite sloppy joes. Swing by from…
The Ramsey Farmers Market is coming to Ramsey this summer! Hosted by the City of Ramsey Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Ramsey Community Foundation, the market will bring fresh produce, local food, and producer-focused vendors to Ramsey each week,…
Family night just got a major upgrade! 🍕✨ We’ve teamed up with Bricks & Minifigs for an extra fun evening of pizza, building, and prizes all September long. Here’s what’s in store for the kids (and for the fam): 🍕 Kids Eat…
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!…
Bring a blanket or chair, sit under the big sky of Whitetail Woods on a summer evening, and enjoy food trucks and entertaining musical performances. 2026 performance dates: Tuesday, May 26, 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, June 30, 5–7 p.m. Tuesday, July 28, 5–7…
Get crafty this fall with spooky Shrinky Dinks—fun, friends, and festive vibes in one cool in-person hangout!Halloween/Fall Shrinky DinksJoin us in person for a super fun Halloween and Fall Shrinky Dinks crafting session! Get creative and make your own spooky or autumn-themed…
🧥 Warm Hearts, Warm Kids Coat Drive Play Date ❤️Play, move, and make a difference!Join us at The Little Gym of Otsego for a special Coat Drive Play Date benefiting children and families in the Sherburne County area through United Way Community…
Kids Open Play is a free community based program where kids can run, play, and explore in a safe indoor space. Sessions are unstructured and child-led, giving kids the freedom to move, create, and play at their own pace. Kids Open Play…
The City of Plymouth weekly summer farmers market is set to begin Wednesday, June 17 at Parkers Lake Playfield, 15500 County Road 6. Farmers Markets on July 15, Aug. 12 and Sept. 16 will be held on Plymouth Blvd. in the Plymouth…
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