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.
** 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…
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…
Free event for all ages, held at Donaldson Park (7434 Humboldt Ave)
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…
Full schedule at richfieldmn.gov/entertainment Gather your friends and family for a free concert in the park! Enjoy a variety of musical styles and a relaxing time outdoors. Don’t forget your lawn chairs or blankets. July 28 at 10:00 a.m.: Will Hale and…
Celebrate Mall of America’s 34th birthday with PAW Patrol at Toddler Tuesdays®! Join us on August 11, 10 a.m. – noon for treats, coloring, birthday surprises + dino themed fun inspired by PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie.
We’re throwing a party! Join the Mall of America® as we celebrate 34 years of experiences. Entertainment, Adventures, Celebrations + not to forget the ultimate in Shopping Choices! – Sample the newest flavors in Mountain Dew®, nibble on Frito Lay® snacks +…
City of Chaska Kids Concert Series: The Jolly Pops
Get outside and discover one of New Brighton’s neighborhood parks! Join us at Innsbruck Park for an evening of games, activities, and family fun. Whether you’re meeting up with friends or looking for a new park to explore, there’s something for everyone…
We are excited to announce our 2026 Concert on the Lawn Summer Series! Head outdoors this summer for live music, food, and community on the CAC front lawn. The Brooklyn Park Lions will be on site offering concessions. Concessions Menu (cash or…
Meet us at Evergreen Knoll Park for a morning of music and activities! Each session will include special guests, art, and games geared to children ages 0-5. This is a collaboration between Farmington ECFE, Dakota County Library Farmington, Friends of the Farmington…
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…
Join us for another unforgettable FREE summer concert on the shores of Lake Minnetonka! ➡️ This week’s concert is proudly sponsored by Youngstedts. Thank you for helping to make the Concerts in the Commons possible! ✨ Event Highlights: – Free shuttle from…
Free Entertainment in the Park storytelling performance at the 21st Century Bank Event Center! Experience science in a new and engaging way with educators from Science Heroes! The program “Digging It” will use performances to teach science about: – Harnessing the power…
Join BAM’s 4 day bike tour in 2026 The Bicycling Around Minnesota (BAM) tour is set for Thursday, August 13 to Sunday, August 16, 2026. Ride in the ‘Heart of the Lakes’! Riders can expect: -Curated bicycling routes each day on paved,…
The Garden Storytime program will run through spring, summer, and all the way into fall! All Garden Storytime programs start at 10 am in the circle area outside of the Visitor Shelter. Try to arrive a few minutes early to settle…
Toot! Toot! All aboard for fun! Imagine a world where kids aren’t glued to screens, families dance and sing together, and time moves a bit slower. That’s the magic of Conductor Jack, an Emmy Award winning children’s educator and entertainer. As the…
Rochester’s iconic weekly arts, food and music festival! A summer staple of Downtown Rochester, Thursdays Downtown combines arts, music, food, and a vendor market into one free community-uniting, block-party-style event every Thursday. Join your friends and neighbors at Thursdays Downtown to eat,…
The SMSC Wacipi celebrates its 23rd year of exhibitions at the Mall of America in the Huntington Bank Rotunda, with two chances to preview the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community’s display of Native American culture + traditions. The four-story rotunda space will be…
Visit the Centennial Lakes Park Farmers Market on Thursdays this summer! The Farmers Market at Centennial Lakes Park in Edina runs Thursday from 3–7 p.m. Pick up produce, grab something hot to eat, wander a bit, run into people you know, stay…
The Maple Grove Farmers Market returns Thursday, May 7. Join us every Thursday, May 7 through October 15 at the Maple Grove Community Center (12951 Weaver Lake Rd) for fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, meats, cheeses, handmade goods, and so much more….
Whether you’re a current Mis Amigos family, someone curious about what we’re all about, a local business neighbor, or an alumni family who’s been with us before — this celebration is for you! Join us for our Open House & Grand Opening…
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…
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