Your complete guide to family-friendly events, activities, and adventures across the Twin Cities and beyond.
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…
LEAPIN’ LIZARDS! Chanhassen Dinner Theatres brings the heart-warming musical blockbuster ANNIE to the Twin Cities! Little orphan Annie easily wins everyone’s hearts. And now, alongside her best pup pal, Sandy, she’s set her sights on making us grin from ear-to-ear as she…
Glide through the ever-shifting magic of winter as Ellen recalls childhood memories of icy adventures with her loving father. In this world premiere musical, cold temperatures and warm hearts unite to tell a tender story that takes us from spotting the first…
The grumpy green Grinch hatches a plan to steal Christmas from the cheerful Whos of Who-ville. But when one small voice and a spark of holiday spirit shine through, he begins to discover the true meaning of Christmas. Filled with music, mischief,…
NOTE: The author rated this show PG-13. Omigod, you guys! Legally Blonde: The Musical is coming to Irondale! Follow Elle Woods as she takes on Harvard Law School, challenges expectations, and discovers she’s capable of more than she ever imagined. Packed with…
Step into the whimsical world of Matilda as GSL presents Matilda the Musical on November 5-8! This dazzling stage adaptation follows Matilda Wormwood, a clever and courageous girl who finds her voice despite the chaos at home and the fear-driven rule of…
It’s coming up quick! Our annual holiday event held at 101 Market just South of Elk River in Otsego. 101 Market is located at 8980 Quantrelle Ave Otsego, MN 55330. 30+ vendors (two additional booths added this year!) selling vintage, repurposed, primitives,…
Twin Cities – Dinosaur Adventure, November 6-8! ONE WEEKEND ONLY at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. Your kids won’t stop talking about the life-sized dinosaurs, fossil digs, raptor training sessions, baby dino meet & greets, bounce houses, dino scooters, and more….
Chanhassen High School Drama and Thespian Troupe 7789 present Les Misérables.
Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) is pleased to announce the temporary installation of an indoor ice-skating rink, which will be available for FREE public skating between November 6-22, 2026. The ice rink will be located in the Bazinet Rehearsal Hall on CTC’s…
A caregiver-and-child sensory experience where little ones ages 12 months–6 years explore a world of glowing, neon color — swirling neon creations, glowing sensory bins, and radiant activities that light up under black light. Every station is designed for hands-on discovery at…
A nine-part concert series made for the whole family. Family Gathering Concert Series brings kid-friendly programming — family-first sets, interactive moments, and creative stations — to a new independent Minneapolis venue every week, powered by the local music community and the City…
Join us for our free monthly event for families, kids, and the young at heart. On the second Sunday of every month, the museum is filled with hands-on art activities, storytelling, artist demonstrations, gallery hunts, self-guided tours, and more—all inspired by Mia’s…
November Story Time with JB Jensen Sunday, November 8 · 11am–12pm · Forgotten Star Brewing Co. Bring the little ones to Forgotten Star for a cozy Sunday morning of stories, songs, and activities with local children’s book author and illustrator JB Jensen!…
Come celebrate the return of our monthly tournament!! We will do 8 rounds of classic matchplay with a 3 game 2 bank final.Cash paid to top 4!$6 entry $5 to the prize pot, $1 to the IFPA
Enter into a world where music and storytelling intertwine, turning timeless fairy tales into vivid soundscapes. Join Music Director Thomas Søndergård and the Minnesota Orchestra for a musical adventure through some of the classic stories of Hans Christian Andersen with playful and…
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…
Get ready to rock and roll at Toddler Tuesday! Sing and dance along with Tessa from Dancercise Kids, enjoy themed craft activities and activity sheets, and say hello to Rubble from PAW Patrol in his Elvis-inspired costume during special appearances throughout the…
On the second Tuesday of every month, you will find a lively gathering of our littlest art lovers and their grown-ups at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum. Toddler Tuesday offers hands-on art activities such as painting with marbles, drawing, and butterfly making….
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!…
A local musical celebration and fundraiser for the Lake Street CouncilLake Street has always been the heartbeat of our community — resilient, vibrant, and full of neighbors who show up for each other. This year’s Lake Street Bash is our way of…
Come join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll learn how to make your own Needle Felted Dryer Balls!Needle Felted Dryer BallsCome join us for a fun and crafty session where you’ll learn how to create your very own needle…
Celebrate Pocky Day at United Noodles! Join us on November 11 for United Noodles’ 2nd Annual Pocky Day Celebration, made extra sweet this year as Pocky celebrates its 60th anniversary! Discover Pocky flavors you may have never tried before, explore our Pocky…
✨ Kick Off the Holiday Season With Us! ✨ We’re welcoming the most magical time of year with our Holiday Market, and we’d love for you to join us! Step into the festive atmosphere of the store, where every corner is filled…
The sota clothing Fall Warehouse Sale is back! Our biggest sale of the year is here with one-of-a-kind samples, freshly marked-down apparel, and our scratch-and-dent section, all under one roof at our St. Louis Park location. Mark your calendar! 👇 11/11 |…
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