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.
🌟 Brand-new to the Minnesota Zoo! Wanderlight Trail: June 3 – August 2 🌟 NOTE: The event runs Wednesdays-Sundays only! Be the first to see the Zoo in a whole new light. Step into Wanderlight Trail—an all-new, immersive evening experience at the…
🎪 Willmar, MN – Get Ready for the Ultimate Circus Adventure! Mark your calendars because The Great Pages Circus is rolling into town June 16 – 17 and you won’t want to miss this action-packed spectacle! 🥳 🎟️ Skip the line—grab your…
Urban Air Adventure Park invites families to Jumperoo, a special toddler-only playtime designed exclusively for children ages 5 and under. During this event, the entire park is reserved just for our youngest adventurers, creating a safe, fun, and controlled environment for little…
🎉 Rogers 7th Annual City-Wide Garage Sale 🎉Mark your calendars! The Rogers City-Wide Garage Sale is back and happening:🗓 June 17th – June 20th⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM dailySale Schedule:• Wednesday, June 17th• Thursday, June 18th• Friday, June 19th• Saturday, June…
Add Union Depot to your summer plans and mark your calendar for Depot Days of Summer! Join us in June, July and August from 10 AM – Noon for kid-friendly games, crafts, activities and fun entertainment. Each month will feature a different…
Meet enchanting Cinderella for a fairy tale about courage, kindness and following your heart. Hosted by the cities of New Hope, Crystal, Golden Valley and Robbinsdale, and presented by Princess Party Pals. This free, interactive story time will take place at the…
Bibbity Bobbity Boo!Meet enchanting Cinderella for a fairy tale about courage, kindness and following your heart. From rags to riches this princess takes us on a journey filled with mice, mean stepsisters and a magical fairy godmother.A dream is a wish your…
Come SUPPORT LOCAL at our New Brighton Farmers Market! Get the freshest foods for you and your family, build relationships with your food resources and be part of the community! 5 food trucks weekly + 35 vendors with local farm fresh produce,…
TEACHER APPRECIATION DAY & BUZZED SPELLING BEE A Special Invitation to Teachers & School Staff Forgotten Star Brewing would like to thank the educators and school staff who make a difference in our community every day. Join us on Wednesday, June 17…
Join us as we honor America’s 250th anniversary (the Semiquincentennial) for a celebration that reflects the spirit, resilience, and shared ideals that have shaped our nation. Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 3-9 p.m. Riverfront Memorial Park | 2201 2nd Ave., Anoka We…
The 2026 Columbia Heights Art & Info Fair will take place on Wed,June 17, from 4-7 pm at Huset Park West (520 Mill St NE).New this year, there is no fee for arts & crafts booths, but registration is required.Community organizations interested…
THANK YOU to Allina in St Michael, Bravera Bank & Messerli Kramer (formerly Gries, Lenhardt, Allen) for being Title Sponsors for these awesome events!Join us this summer for Family Night in the Park — a free community concert series filled with live…
THANK YOU to Allina in St Michael, Bravera Bank & Messerli Kramer (formerly Gries, Lenhardt, Allen) for being Title Sponsors for these awesome events! Join us this summer for Family Night in the Park — a free community concert series filled with…
Summer Nights in Rice is a free outdoor summer concert series occurring on select Wednesdays from 5:00pm -7:00pm, June through August. Grab a hot dog at Deb’s Hot Dogs in the park, visit local downtown Saint Paul restaurants for happy hour, and…
Join us for another unforgettable FREE summer concert on the shores of Lake Minnetonka! The Fabulous Armadillos Party Band is known for playing a wide variety of “spot on” cover songs, ranging from rock and roll to Motown to country to heavy…
Weekly Wheels Car + Bike Meets at Buck Hill is your go-to Wednesday night plan all summer long. From May 13th through September 2nd, 2026, the Buck Hill parking lot fills with hundreds of standout cars, trucks, and motorcycles from 5:00 to…
Melodies on the Mississippi is a vibrant public event at Harriet Island Regional Park. Join us for live performances, local vendors, and food trucks. Visit stpaul.gov/melodies for an updated list of performers, vendors and food trucks! Wednesdays in June 3, 10, 17…
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the Heritage Village Park Inclusive Playground and Splashpad!Wednesday, June 176–7:30 p.m.Ribbon cutting & ceremony: 6:15 p.m.Heritage Village Park, 4321 65th St. E.Bring your swimsuits and towels and make a splash with us as…
Groovin’ In The Garden Free Summer Music Series June 10 – July 29 Spread out a blanket & join us for these FREE outdoor concerts & activities in front of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory Wednesdays June 10 – July 29 from 6pm–8pm….
Spend a summer evening by the lake with great music and good company at Live by the Lake featuring The Abiders. The Abiders deliver an unforgettable mix of Americana music with something for everyone — from clever original songs to blues, country,…
Join us for another summer of live music while overlooking the beautiful Mississippi River at West Bridge Park. Bring a chair and your dancing shoes. Listen to In the Fields at West Bridge Park from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Food and beverages…
Rhythm on the Rails is a FREE, six-week outdoor concert series, that takes place on Wednesday nights from June and July. Each nightly concert runs from 6:00-9:00 pm on Lewis Street in Downtown Shakopee. Our annual Rhythm on the Rails features top-notch…
Three Rivers invites the community to Silverwood Park for a fun-filled evening celebrating Juneteenth. The event recognizes the moment when freedom was finally announced to the last enslaved African Americans and calls attention to both the promise and the unfinished work of…
Greetings, Jazz Fans! 🎶 Mark your calendars for a magical evening of music under the stars! 🎶 Join us every Wednesday night for Music in the Park—a free, family-friendly event filled with great tunes and good vibes. On May 27th, 2026, don’t…
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…
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