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…
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…
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…
Advanced screening of Warner Bros.’ THE CAT IN THE HAT! We have 40 total tickets for Minnesota Parent readers through our dedicated redemption link: https://wbtickets.com/CITHMNParent Please note that claiming tickets does not guarantee admission to the screening, as seating is first come, first…
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….
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…
Join other big-hearted families from across the Twin Cities for a morning of caring for our community with eight simple service projects.
A drop-off class where kids sculpt their very own clay portraits of Gabby’s cats — Pandy Paws, CatRat, and every favorite character brought to life by the little hands that love them most. Think Pandy Paws in clay, CatRat in color, and…
A caregiver-and-child sensory experience where little ones ages 12 months–6 years splatter, squish, and mix their way through a series of gloriously messy stations — think mystery textures, color mixing stations, and the kind of sensory surprises that make little ones reach…
Enjoy some family time while skating around! Bring your own rollerskates/blades, or we will have some available to use. All ages and abilities welcome! There will be a separate area for beginners and some instruction available for those trying skating for the…
Come warm up at the White Bear Lake Armory during White Bear Lake’s WinterFest and see who in the area has the best tree decorating skills at the Festival of Trees! We’ll be offering cocoa, fun holiday treats and activities, and even…
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical November 20 – December 27, 2026 Tickets: https://www.stagestheatre.org/show/rudolph/ A holiday story that soars! Rudolph is flying back onto our stage for the holiday season! With his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn’t feel like he belongs in Christmastown…
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