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.
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story. Use code KIDSNIGHT for a limited Buy One Get One Free offer to Wicked at the Orpheum…
Welcome to the world of Whimsy! In a charming, historic chocolate shop nestled in a picturesque cobblestone alley in old Philadelphia, a young chocolatier named Valrhona is on the verge of discovering her family’s rich history of confectionery magic, when her treasured family…
Join us for carnival Rides, Food, Games and so much more! Tuesday: 5pm – 10pm; Unlimited Ride Wristbands Wednesday: Noon – 5pm; Unlimited Ride Wristbands 5pm – 11pm; Regular Price Tickets Thursday: Noon – 6pm; Regular Price Tickets 6pm – 11pm; Unlimited…
Explorasaurus: A Dinosaur Adventure August 5 – August 16, 2026 LIMITED RUN! Book Today A Theatre for the Very Young Production Calling All Dino Explorers! Take out your magnifying glass and join us for an adventure into the past as we delve…
** FREE movie night for all ** SUPER GALAXY MOVIE TAG your friends, family & neighbors, meet up at The Drive-In, and ENJOY this amazing summer event. They will also be providing Face Painting for this event. 🍿 One FREE small popcorn…
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…
Kids grow fast—don’t let it break the bank! 💸 Shop smart at Just Between Friends Maple Grove, happening August 6-9, and score everything your kids need for back-to-school, fall, and winter—at 50–90% off retail! 🛍️ We bring together hundreds of local families…
We are proud to welcome everyone to this year’s highly anticipated edition of the Asian Street Food Night Market. Our team has worked hard to create a vibrant cultural experience that showcases the richness, flavor, and creativity of Asian communities. We are…
Stockyard Days will be August 7-9, 2026!!
Save the date! Cherry Creek Days is coming August 7–9, 2026 to Cleveland, MN! Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend of local fun, food, and festivities. More announcements coming soon—stay tuned!
“Hey Gabby, take us to the museum!” Get ready for a paws-itively magical experience! Thanks to DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children’s Museums, Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days is coming back to Minnesota Children’s Museum! This special event brings the magic…
Get ready for the fall and celebrate the great outdoors at the 45th annual Game Fair! The premier outdoor family event returns to the spacious 80 acres of woods and water on the Armstrong Ranch in Ramsey, Minnesota for two action-packed weekends:…
Big Minneapolis Anime, Minneapolis’ new anime show for the whole family. Set to take place at the Minneapolis Convention Center TICKETS: BIGMINNEAPOLISANIME.COM/TICKETS Artist & Vendor booths are on sale now! https://bigminneapolisanime.com/vendors/
🪓 Pioneer Days at Paul Bunyan Land 🪓 Step back in time… and experience history come to life! Join us for a one-of-a-kind weekend at Paul Bunyan Land as we bring the past back to life during our annual Pioneer Days celebration!…
Saturday •Threshermans breakfast •Vendor show 9-4 •Hotdish contest 11am •Horse drawn wagon rides •Kids games at the school house 1-3pm •Live entertainment •Live demonstrations •Sheep & emus ✨️Free event admission Sunday •Church service followed by Sunday dinner •Tractor pull All weekend •Live…
The annual St. Louis Park Summer Reading Festival returns August 8–14, 2026, inviting families and readers of all ages to enjoy 12 free literacy-themed events hosted by community partners throughout the city. From schools and parks to the basketball court, the festival…
🗞️ Extra! Extra! Read All About It! 🗞️ Children’s Performing Arts is proud to present Disney’s Newsies, our 2026 Summerstock production! Inspired by the true story of the Newsboys’ Strike of 1899, Newsies is a thrilling musical packed with high-energy dance numbers,…
🌻 Visit a Field of Sunshine at Green Barn Sunflower Field Days! Stroll through thousands of blooming sunflowers, capture beautiful photos, and enjoy a relaxing walk along our sunflower trail featuring fun photo props for all ages. This year we’ve planted six…
SAVE THE DATE! 📅 August 10–16, 2026 📍 Farmington, MN 🎟 General Admission: FREE all week — thanks to our amazing community sponsors! 2026 Highlights: 🎶 FREE Live music every day (lineup coming soon!) 👩🍳 200+ vendors & food trucks 👨👧👦 FREE…
CELEBRATE VADNAIS HEIGHTS WITH US! Every year, the Vadnais Heights community gathers for a festival at Community Park to celebrate all of the things that make this city a great place to live, work, and play! NEW IN 2026! The Vadnais Heights…
Free event for all ages, held at Donaldson Park (7434 Humboldt Ave)
This summer, kids can explore and learn in our Richfield Parks. Enjoy story times that inspire imagination, hands-on experiences with Wood Lake Naturalists, and Self-Guided Storybook Hikes that bring favorite tales to life along scenic trails. The season concludes with an electrifying…
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 Centennial Lakes Park Summer Entertainment Series is back for 2026, and the lineup is stacked all season long! Live music takes the stage Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m., with a mix of local favorites, big bands, and returning…
Mornings at Centennial Lakes Park are made for kids! Join us Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. (and a few special Wednesday evening performances that start at 6 p.m.) for our Kids Entertainment Series. Each week brings a different performance from…
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