BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/minneapolis-mn/family.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - minneapolis-mn (family) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids Eat Free at Chatters: Monday-Thursday DTSTART:20260901T160000Z DTEND:20261001T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:6743@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Throughout the month of September take the family out the Chat ters for a Kids Eat Free Deal. Enjoy one free kids meal with the purchase of one full adult menu item. Beverages not included. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Chatters Restaurant & Bar\, 4181 Cedar Street\, Monticello\, MN\, 55362\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chatters-meal-deal/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Home Depot Kids Workshop: School Bus Organizer (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260905T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T000222Z UID:1757@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Take a shopping break and join a Home Depot hands-on workshop where you and your child can build something new every month! Visit partic ipating Home Depot stores on the 1st Saturday of every month\, 9 a.m.-12 n oon\, to enjoy a free\, hands-on workshop for kids. Home Depot does not sp ecify an age\, but we feel that early grade school is a sweet spot. Younge r kids can participate\, but may need more parent supervision and assistan ce. Older kids who enjoy building may enjoy the opportunity to work indepe ndently and build their skills.  Bonus -- many of these projects make gre at handmade gifts!\nUpcoming 2026 Kids Workshops\n\n September 5 School B us Organizer\n October 3 Witch Candy Box\n\nMore about Home Depot Kids Wo rkshops\n\n No registration required. However\, it helps stores plan for the appropriate amount of kits.\n Kits are first come\, first serve\, so arrive as early as possible whether or not you've registered.\n All kids get to keep their craft\, receive a FREE certificate of achievement\, a Wo rkshop Apron\, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.\n Children mu st be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit\, apron and pin.\n Event website: Find a link to register.\n\nLearn m ore about what to expect at a Home Depot Kids Workshop. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T000222Z LOCATION:Home Depot - Twin Cities\, Twin Cities\, Metro Area\, United Stat es URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/home-depot-kids-workshop/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Golden Valley Rescue Readers DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260905T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180050Z UID:1989@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Consider this paw-esome way to give back with kids! Here's how to go about booking your one-hour slot reading to a sweet rescue animal i n need of some love and attention: first\, you’ll need to watch an orien tation video online (see link below). Once trained\, you can book your rea ding session on the Humane Society website. Only registered readers pay th e fee (look at it as a donation to your furry friends) but an adult must b e present. Grab your spot quickly as this is a popular program. Cost is $8 per reader.\n\n Read about our experience taking kids to Rescue Readers LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180050Z LOCATION:Golden Valley Animal Humane Society\, 845 Meadow Ln N\, Golden Va lley\, MN\, 55422\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/golden-valley-rescue-reader s/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota DNR Park Family Fun DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260906T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T180141Z UID:3468@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Though popular with fairgoers of all ages\, the DNR Park at th e Minnesota State Fair manages to offer a space that feels (relatively) re moved from the hubbub of the Midway rides\, animal barns and mile-long lin es for cookies and pronto pups. That might be owed to its focus on nature and outdoor recreation. It also might be the generous (in State Fair scope ) patch of grass you might be able to find space to plunk your family down for a breather. Feet hopefully rested\, there's a bunch of fun\, FREE stu ff for kids to explore in the park.\nToday's Minnesota State Fair DNR Park family events\n\n Gawk at the giant fishpond | Open all day starting at 7am\n Climb the DNR Fire Tower - get a birds-eye view of the State Fair f rom 65 feet up! | 9am-7pm\n Stroll through the indoor Wildlife Wing diora mas | 9am-9pm\n Learn from Minnesota Zoo on the Garden Stage | 10am-2pm\n Meet Smokey Bear | 11am & 1pm\n Dance to the awesome Ecuador Manta | 5- 9pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T180141Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fair - DNR Park\, MN\, MN\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-dnr-park-family-f un-state-fair-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Morning on the Farm DTSTART:20260905T143000Z DTEND:20260905T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2126@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The wonderful Gale Woods Farm is a great place for kids to exp lore what type of work you do on a farm. Every Saturday this summer kids c an help on a the farm -- poke around in the barn\, meet farm animals\, and even roll up your sleeves to help in the garden (Three Rivers recommends participants wear farm clothes). NOTE: While you can visit the park anytim e\, special events like this are the only chance you'll get to explore the barn. Reserve your spot at the link below. Cost is $6 per person. Drop In s welcome as space permits. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Gale Woods Farm\, 7210 County Road 110 West\, Minnetrista\, MN\, 55364\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gale-woods-saturday-morning -on-the-farm/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Summer Arboretum Drop-In Discovery Booths DTSTART:20260905T143000Z DTEND:20260905T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2562@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:A visit to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum may be more kid-f riendly than you think. Besides all the open green space for younger ones to wander freely\, there are hands-on educational (and fun!) opportunities sprinkled in among the gardens. Drop-in Discovery Booths offer simple nat ure activities families can complete at their own pace. New topics every m onth to keep things fresh. The booths are open 10am-2pm\, Saturdays. Inclu ded with Arboretum admission of $20/adults (in advance)\, FREE for kids un der 16.\n2026 Summer Discovery Booth schedule\n\n June 6\, 13\, 20 & 27\n July 4\, 11\, 18 & 25\n August 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 & 29\n September 5\, 12 \, 19 & 26\n October 3\, 10 & 17\n\nDiscovery Booth themes\nAs these them es change with the seasons\, this list is an example of what you might exp erience during Drop In Discoveries at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum:\n \n Tulip "Guess Who"\n Ask a Scientist! Azaleas\n Painting azaleas with botanical dyes\n Ask a Scientist! Sustainable Lawns\n Vegetable Garden- in-a-Cup\n Pollination Investigation\n Tree Music\n Harvest Days (corn\ , potato\, Kernza\, apples)\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Drop-in Discovery Booths LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/arboretum-drop-in-discovery -booths/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Knee-High Naturalists: Fall Migration DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T123044Z UID:1946@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Explore the natural world with your preschooler through hands- on activities\, outdoor walks\, art-making\, storytimes and more. Each mon th brings a new nature topic\; this program typically (but not always\, so please consult the parks & rec calendar) takes place the first Thursday & Saturday of the month. Meet at the Lebanon Hills Regional Park visitor ce nter. Registration required for children (ages 3-6)\; siblings outside the age range cannot be accommodated due to space. Cost is $10 per child.\n\n \nUpcoming Knee-High Naturalist dates & themes\n\n September 3 & 5 - Fall Migration\n\nMore information\n\n Registration link: Find the Dakota Cou nty Parks program calendar.\n Learn more: Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, E agan\n More Family Fun with Dakota County Parks: Forever Wild Family Frid ay: Fantastic Fireflies (FREE) LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T123044Z LOCATION:Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, 860 Cliff Road\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/knee-high-naturalists/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brand Farms Fall Fun DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:3594@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Brand Farms welcomes pickers this weekend with a full lineup o f fall activities! Here's what you can enjoy down on the farm including se veral free activities. There is no admission charge to enter the farm. Act ivities and u-pick produce available weekends\, 10am-6pm. Open Thursday & Friday of MEA Weekend.\n\n\n Pick-your-own apples and pumpkins - 1/2 peck (5 lbs) $20\, 1 peck (10 lbs) $35\n Apple Cannon - $5 per bucket of appl es\n Scenic hayrides around the farm - $4 per person / $8 per household\n Giant jumping pads & hamster wheel rollers - free!\n Corn shed & straw bale mountain - free!\n Photo spots & food trucks LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Brand Farms Store & Barn\, 18605 Biscayne Avenue West\, Farmingto n\, MN\, 55024\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/brand-farms-fall-fun-openin g-weekend/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Apple Jack Orchards Fun Farm Weekends DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:3598@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,market,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Apple Jack Orchards is one of the largest operations in the Tw in Cities Northwest Metro. They offer pretty much anything you can imagine in the way of fresh fall produce and down-on-the-farm activities. The App le Jack Fun Farm is open 7 days a week with a limited number of activities available Mon-Fri and the full range of attractions on the weekends. Ther e is no admission to visit the market\, gift shop or bakery but a general admission ticket is required to enjoy the Fun Farm attractions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Apple Jack Orchards\, 4875 37th St SE\, Delano\, MN\, 55328\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/apple-jack-orchards-fun-far m/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Play! at Mia: Cellophane Collage (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000237Z UID:569@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Discover your creative side at Mia's Art Play! event\, where f amilies can explore different mediums and techniques for FREE. Drop in for this fun and interactive day of art appreciation\, art-making and self-ex pression.\n\nArt Play! is your chance to experiment at the Minneapolis Ins titute of Art – with a different artistic medium each month on the first and third Saturday. Take a scavenger hunt through Mia's collection of wor ld-class art exhibits to find works in that medium\, then indulge your fam ily's inspired creativity and make your own artwork in the museum studios. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000237Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/art-play-at-mia-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ferguson's Apple Blossom Park DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:3599@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:A visit to Ferguson's Minnesota Harvest Orchard is a quintesse ntial fall experience. Your kids will thrill to spend an afternoon immerse d in Apple Blossom Park with its full range of fall activities: corn maze\ , giant spinning apple ride\, pedal tractors\, jumping pads\, corn-and-hay -based attractions\, you name it. Leave some energy to pick-your-own fresh apples and pumpkins (admission required to pick apples\; access to the pu mpkin patch is FREE). Stop in the barnyard to greet the animals. Admission is $19 ages 2+ (includes a FREE season pass). LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Ferguson's Minnesota Harvest\, 8251 Old Hwy 169 Blvd\, Jordan\, M N\, 55352\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fergusons-apple-blossom-par k/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Town Open DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2683@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Como Town is an amusement park located adjacent to the wonderf ul Como Park Zoo & Conservatory in St Paul. The lineup of rides and attrac tions is aimed at the 12-and-under set and includes attractions such as a junior rollercoaster\, the exciting Soaring Eagle zip line\, classic swing s\, kiddie cars\, spinning teacups and a big splash zone. You can choose t o purchase points for the individual attractions or opt for an all-inclusi ve wristband.\n\n[caption id="attachment_15013" align="aligncenter" width= "600"] Thumbs up for the Soaring Eagle[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Como Town\, 1301 Midway Parkway\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55103\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-town-opening-weekend/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deer Lake Orchard Open DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:3595@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Deer Lake Orchard outside of Buffalo opens this weekend to tem pt you with freshly-picked apples like Zestars and SweeTangos. Plus\, seve ral activities will be open with more to come the first weekend of Septemb er. Admission to the orchard is free\; activities are priced at $5 each or $15 for an inclusive wristband.\nDeer Lake Orchard Opening Weekend activi ties\n\n\n Jumping pillow\n Farm animal area & hay tower (free)\n Infla table obstacle course LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Deer Lake Orchard\, 1903 10th St SW\, Buffalo\, MN\, 55313\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/deer-lake-orchard-opening-w eekend/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Open Hours DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:3006@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Today you can take a guided tour (on the hour) through the his toric farmhouse\, barn\, schoolhouse\, soddy and encampment\, meet farm an imals and discover what life was like here on the prairie back in the Gibb s family day. Tickets available at the gate. Regular admission prices $5-$ 10/pp.\n\n2026 Saturday Open Hours at Gibbs Farm\n\n Saturday Open Hours: May 30-October 18 (not open July 4)\n\nMore information\n\n Event page: Ramsey County Historical Society\n Learn more: Gibbs Farm\, Saint Paul\n 66 Twin Cities Museums & Historic Sites to Explore with Kids LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Gibbs Farm\, 2097 W Larpenteur Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55113\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gibbs-farm-saturday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LuceLine Orchard Fall Fun DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:3593@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an outdoor performance most fall weekends when you visit LuceLine Orchard. Feel free to bring your own outdoor seating. In additio n to the live music and tasty grill and pub fare\, families will get a kic k out of all the orchard's fall activities available:\n\n Pick-your-own a pples and pumpkins\n Sunflower field\n Hayrides & pony rides\n Kiddie z iplines\n Giant "corn coliseum"\n Kids train ride\, pumpkin spinner ride \, corn cannon & apple slinger\n NEW life-size LEGOS!\n Giant slide\, ju mping pillow & 30-acre corn maze\n\n\nLuceLine Orchard wristband prices\n\ n Wristbands for Saturday\, Sunday and MEA weekend are $25 with most acti vities included (some ticketed individually so you'll want to check their website for further details). Parking and admission to the orchard are fre e.\n Wristbands for Wednesday-Friday are $8.\n\n2026 Concerts In the Coun try schedule\n\n September 5 Becky Rae Dalton Band | 2-5pm\n September 6 Alpensterne | 2-5pm\n September 12 Bill Litzau & Open Highway | 2-5pm\n September 13 Jonah & the Whales\n September 19 Christine Passig & Deep R oots | 2-5pm\n September 20 Everett Smithson Band | 2-5pm\n September 26 Smokescreen | 2-5pm\n September 27 The Hell Country Truckers | 2-5pm\n October 3 Ladies of the 80s | 2-5pm\n October 4 Christine Passig & Deep R oots | 2-5pm\n October 10 Smokescreen | 2-5pm\n October 11 Mojo Monks | 2-5pm\n October 16  Teddy Bear Band (MEA Weekend) | 3-3:45 & 4:45-5:30pm \n October 17 Bill Litzau & Open Highway | 2-5pm\n October 18 Jenna Grav es & The Loons | 2-5pm\n October 24 Becky Rae Dalton Band | 2-5pm\n Octo ber 25 Wondercure | 2-5\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: LuceLine Orch ard event calendar LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:LuceLine Orchard\, 2755 Rose Ave\, Watertown\, MN\, 55388\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/luceline-concerts-in-the-co untry/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Orchard Fall Fun DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:5806@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's will open for th e fall season of U-Pick raspberries\, blackberries and apples. Visit any d ay of the week for fresh fruit\, a unique playground\, petting farm and ha y rides plus more attractions added to the mix starting Labor Day weekend. $5-$7 general admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-orchard-fall-op ener/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage Library STEM Saturday (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T154500Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:5717@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:One Saturday a month\, September-May\, STEM takes center stage at the Lakeville Heritage Library. Kids ages 5-10 are invited to particip ate in hands-on activities related to science and engineering. Free\, but registration is required as space is limited - see link. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Heritage Library\, 20085 Heritage Drive\, Lakeville\, MN\, 55044\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lakeville-heritage-library- stem-saturday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eidem Farm Saturday Open Gate Hours (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060057Z UID:5584@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The historic Eidem farmstead invites you out for self-guided e xploration during breaks in programming. There might be farm chores you ca n help out with\, garden crops to tend\, trails to wander and animals to m eet in the barn. Open Gate hours will start June 6-August 29\, 2026. Admis sion is free.\n\nEidem Farm Open Gate schedule\n\n Monday & Wednesday | 1 0am-4pm\n Tuesday\, Thursday & Saturday | 10am-2pm\n\nMore family fun at Eidem Farm\nYou'll want to watch for special summer events\, too\, like th e weekly Stories From the Porch storytime (Tuesdays\, 11am).\n\n\nMore inf ormation\n\n Event link: Open Gate Hours\, Eidem Farm LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060057Z LOCATION:Historic Eidem Farm\, 4345 101st Ave N\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 554 43\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eidem-farm-open-gate-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Music & Movement Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T153000Z DTEND:20260905T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T183346Z UID:5301@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Kick off your morning at the library with a special storytime that incorporates music\, movement and even an art project if you stick ar ound afterward. A perfect playdate for your 2-6 year olds. Drop on in\, no need to register. Cost is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T183346Z LOCATION:RH Stafford Library\, 8595 Central Park Pl\, Woodbury\, MN\, 5512 5\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/music-movement-storytime-fr ee-woodbury/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Fair Stage at Baldwin Park DTSTART:20260905T153000Z DTEND:20260906T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T063056Z UID:3439@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:comedy,dance,family,festival DESCRIPTION:The Family Fair Stage in Baldwin Park is the epicenter for kid s and family entertainment at the Minnesota State Fair. Exciting and often hilarious free acts are presented throughout each day: juggling\, magic\, dance\, comedy acts and more. See our complete lineup for the run of the 2026 State Fair. All entertainment at the Family Fair stage is free\; an a dmission to the Minnesota State Fair is required to enter the fairgrounds. \n2026 Family Fair Stage schedule: September 4-7\n\n The Farmer's Daughte r Show | 10:30am & 11:30am\n The Chipper Experience! Where Comedy & Magic Collide! | 12:30 & 3:30pm\n Monster Shop Bump’n | 1:30\, 4:30 & 6pm\n County Fair Talent Contest | 7pm (September 4 & 5)\n Noah Sonie. Magicia n & Mentalist | 7pm (September 6-7) LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T063056Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fair - Baldwin Park\, MN\, MN\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/family-fair-stage-at-baldwi n-park-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Puppet Story Time with Chelly Beaver (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T153000Z DTEND:20260905T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T183313Z UID:573@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join In the Heart of the Beast Puppet Theater on the 1st Satur day of the month for the Puppet Story time hosted by Chelly Beaver and Tur nip the Dog!\n\nWhile you visit\, check out the Puppet and Mask Library: D rop in to the In the Heart of the Beast Puppet Library at its new location in Lowry Hill East Neighborhood. Visitors can check out select puppets an d masks for free. These creations were made by local artists and community members over many years. In the Heart of the Beast will collaborate with more artists\, schools\, and community groups to build the puppet collecti on over time. The Puppet Library is open on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of ea ch month. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T183313Z LOCATION:In The Heart of the Beast Puppet Theatre\, 2411 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/puppet-storytime-ihob/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stillwater Storytime Trolley DTSTART:20260905T153000Z DTEND:20260905T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2960@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The Stillwater Storytime Trolley is possibly our favorite sum mer storytime to promote. The big red trolley scoops up families at Valley Bookseller in the charming St Croix River town of Stillwater and shuttles them up to Pioneer Park while stories are read onboard. Your child's tick et includes a treat from Candyland sweet shop at the completion of the rid e and is also a coupon for 20 percent off a children's book at the shop. T his event is super popular and typically sells out each weekend - so we ur ge you to book your slot quick! Cost is $11/pp. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Valley Bookseller\, 217 Main St N\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/stillwater-storytime-trolle y/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:First Chapter Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T154500Z DTEND:20260905T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1950@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Currently hosted most Saturdays\, First Chapter Storytime at N ext Chapter Bookseller includes a picture book read-aloud plus related act ivity just for kids. Cost is free to attend\, no registration needed\, ple ase check official website before heading out. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Next Chapter Booksellers\, 38 Snelling Ave S\, St Paul\, MN \, 55 105\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/first-chapter-storytime-fre e/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Vibe: Now.Make.Art (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T160000Z DTEND:20260905T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1891@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,music DESCRIPTION:Free family entertainment at the library – music\, storytell ing\, puppets\, STEM and more. Each weekend brings a different interactive theme and there is a lovely children's room stocked with activities. The George Latimer Central Library is beautiful so you may want to stick aroun d and explore the space. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:George Latimer Central Library\, 90 West 4th Street\, Saint Paul\ , MN \, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/saturday-vibe/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lakeshore Free Events for Kids DTSTART:20260905T160000Z DTEND:20260905T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T182051Z UID:10003955-1788606000-1788620400@www.minnesotaparent.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nCalling all kids who love to design\, construct and create! Each of our events features a take-home craft\, fun activitie s\, plus top-rated building faves children can explore! Parents and guar dians\, check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E -Gift Card! \nIf you spend $25 or more\, you’ll get a free wooden fidget puzzle while supplies last! \nThis is a free\, walk-in event held at all locations during the hours listed. No reservations needed. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T182051Z LOCATION:Lakeshore Learning – St Louis Lark\, 5699 W 16th\, St Louis Par k\, MN\, 55416 URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/event/lakeshore-free-events-for-kids/2 026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/things-to-do-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Safe Hands Rescue Meet and Greet (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T170000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1962@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Animal-loving kids can meet puppies this weekend with Safe Han ds Rescue. The program travels around to venues in the Twin Cities so fami lies can learn about adopting rescue animals\, the pups can get some love and attention and visitors might get to explore a new spot for family fun. Cost is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Big Wood Brewery\, 3429 Centerville Rd\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 5 5127\, URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/safe-hands-rescue-meet-and- greet-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Boast Squash Free Try-It Saturday (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T170000Z DTEND:20260905T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000349Z UID:6574@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:On Saturdays\, Boast Squash offers one free squash session to any kid attending for their first time. Beginner youth sessions are open t o children ages 5-12. Parents are welcome to jump on an open court during the kids clinic (racquet\, ball and pointers provided). Stick around after the clinic wraps to play a little squash as a family. Equipment provided. No experience necessary. Ages 5-12 with guardian. FREE (after the first t ime\, drop-in sessions are $25). Register online. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000349Z LOCATION:Boast Squash\, 9805 Hamilton Road\, Eden Prairie\, MN\, 55344\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/boast-squash-free-try-it-sa turday-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line DTSTART:20260905T180000Z DTEND:20260906T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2543@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_34925" align="alignleft" width="150"] Como Harriet Streetcar[/caption]\n\nRide the charming and historic Como-Ha rriet Streetcar Line near the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes weekends starting early May through Labor Day (plus special events through Christmas - see our listing of special events below). Tickets $3/pp\, unless otherwise ind icated.\n\nBONUS FUN Explore the family draws in the neighborhood of Linde n Hills\, Minneapolis.\n2026 Como-Harriet Streetcar Line operating hours\n \n Weekends May - September\, 1-7pm. September and October\, 1-4pm\n Wed nesday\, Thursday & Friday afternoons - May 22 - September 6\, 1-4pm\n We dnesday\, Thursday & Friday evenings - May 22 - September 6\, 6:30-8:30pm\ n\n\n2026 Como-Harriet Streetcar Line special events\n\n May 2 Opening D ay!\n May 9-10 Explore the carbarn for free\, part of Doors Open Minneap olis. Rides are regular fare. 10am-5pm.\n May 10 Moms ride free all day for Mother's Day\n May 25 Living historians will display uniforms of sol diers\, sailors and Marines from the Civil War thru WWII for Memorial Day. Plus you can ride to the grounds of Lakewood Cemetery. 10am-5pm.\n June 14 Dads ride free all day for Father's Day\n July 4 Take a ride to the l ake for holiday concerts on Independence Day.\n October 3-4 Take the trol ley to Farmer Ken and Jan’s Pumpkin Patch (Regular ride fare\; $7/pumpki ns)\n October 10 Slightly spooky Transylvania Trolley rides\n October 2 5 Grab your sweet tickets fast for the Trick 'r Trolley. ($5/fare)\n Nove mber 28-29 & December 5-6 Enjoy a special holiday ride on the Holly Troll ey ($5/fare)\n December 5 Cap off the year with Vinternatt ($5/fare)\n\n \nMore information\n\n \n\n Event links: Como-Harriet Streetcar Line 202 6 event calendar LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Como Harriet Streetcar Line\, 2330 W 42nd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-harriet-streetcar/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Raptor Encounters Tour DTSTART:20260905T180000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:4721@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Visit the Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota with ki ds of any age for a fun and educational experience. Special Raptor Encount ers tours offer you a little more in-depth of an experience than the tradi tional tours. You'll get the chance to tour the raptor enclosures\, ask an y questions you like and get a close encounter with three raptor birds tha t are cared for (and often released back into the wild) by the U. READ MOR E: 5 reasons we love the Raptor Center. Raptor Encounters tours offered Sa turdays at 1pm. Cost is $8-$10 per person. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:University of Minnesota Raptor Center\, 1920 Fitch Avenue\, St Pa ul\, MN\, 55108\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/raptor-center-encounters-sh ow-tour/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pond House Living History Open House (FREE) DTSTART:20260905T180000Z DTEND:20260905T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1812@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Do you love living history and learning about life in Minnesot a during mid-1800s to the early 1900s? Drop by the historic Gideon Pond ho use in Pond Dakota Mission Park on Saturdays for free and fun living histo ry programming exploring what life was like around the time Minnesota beca me a state. New\, hands-on activities are presented weekly that appeal to kids and families. There are extensive trails to hike around the park if y ou want to stretch your legs and enjoy the season. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Pond-Dakota Mission Park\, 401 East 104th Street\, Bloomington\, MN \, 55420\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gideon-pond-house-program-f ree/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bring Your Kids! Comedy Variety Show - Saint Paul DTSTART:20260905T190000Z DTEND:20260905T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T002529Z UID:434@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:comedy,family DESCRIPTION:A stand up comedy variety show created for kids ages 5+ and th eir grown ups featuring. Enjoy a mix of  comedians\, musicians\, and gene ralized silliness. Pay What You Like!\n"Kids - bring a joke to tell! Grown ups - we hope you like jokes." LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002529Z LOCATION:Cadenza Music\, 149 Snelling Ave North\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/bring-you-kids-at-cadenza-m usic/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bring Your Kids! @ Cadenza Music!!! DTSTART:20260905T190000Z DTEND:20260905T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182423Z UID:10010594-1788616800-1788620400@www.minnesotaparent.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Bring Your Kids!\, a very very ridiculous comedy variety show for kids and their grown-ups\, returns to Cadenza Music! \nFirst Saturday of every month\, 2 p.m. show!Cadenza Music\, 149 Snelling Ave N\, St. Pau l MNTickets at https://tix.gobo.show/events/event/yb61O43mJPLdHSLYikvD \nP erfect for ages 5 and up (but everyone’s invited!!). Featuring comedians \, musicians\, and generalized silliness. \nKids – bring a joke to tell ! Grown ups – I hope you like jokes. \nAnti-Racist Story Hour by Brick by Brick (Alsa & Morgan) starts at 12:30 p.m. before the show! \nMore inf ormation at bringyourkidscomedy.com \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/8723 57955555150/?event_time_id=872357962221816 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182423Z LOCATION:Cadenza Music\, Cadenza Music URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/event/bring-your-kids-cadenza-music-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/things-to-do-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northern Lights Glow Party DTSTART:20260905T230000Z DTEND:20260906T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5135@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Each Friday and Saturday night the Northern Lights are out at Zero Gravity Adventure Park! The park GLOWS from 6-9pm as your kids race a round enjoying 2-hour unlimited access to the wall-to-wall trampolines\, f oam tumble pit\, dodgeball court\, ninja obstacle course\, climbing wall a nd laser tag arena. Your special Northern Lights Glow Party ticket is just $25\, includes all the attractions plus a $10 arcade card. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Zero Gravity Adventure Park\, 2292 Woodale Dr\, Mounds View\, MN \, 55112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/northern-lights-glow-party- saturday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sensory Sunday DTSTART:20260906T130000Z DTEND:20260906T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182423Z UID:10010893-1788681600-1788688800@www.minnesotaparent.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:An event specifically designed for children with Autism and sp ecial needs to enjoy time at the park without loud music\, flashing lights - and to have a lot of fun! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182423Z LOCATION:10 Coon Rapids Boulevard\, Coon Rapids\, MN\, 10 Coon Rapids Boul evard\, Coon Rapids\, MN URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/event/sensory-sunday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/things-to-do-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota Children's Museum First Free Sunday (FREE) DTSTART:20260906T140000Z DTEND:20260906T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260803T120609Z UID:1793@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Explore the Minnesota Children's Museum for FREE the first Sun day of each month thanks to Securian Financial. It's 3+ floors packed with hands-on exhibits centered on play and learning\, suited best for kids up to age 12. As this is a very popular event\, you can expect the museum wi ll likely reach capacity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T120609Z LOCATION:Minnesota Children's Museum\, 10 West Seventh Street\, Saint Paul \, MN \, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-childrens-museum- first-free-sunday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota DNR Park Family Fun DTSTART:20260906T140000Z DTEND:20260907T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T063056Z UID:3469@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Though popular with fairgoers of all ages\, the DNR Park at th e Minnesota State Fair manages to offer a space that feels (relatively) re moved from the hubbub of the Midway rides\, animal barns and mile-long lin es for cookies and pronto pups. That might be owed to its focus on nature and outdoor recreation. It also might be the generous (in State Fair scope ) patch of grass you might be able to find space to plunk your family down for a breather. Feet hopefully rested\, there's a bunch of fun\, FREE stu ff for kids to explore in the park.\nToday's Minnesota State Fair DNR Park family events\n\n Gawk at the giant fishpond | Open all day starting at 7am\n Climb the DNR Fire Tower - get a birds-eye view of the State Fair f rom 65 feet up! | 9am-7pm\n Stroll through the indoor Wildlife Wing diora mas | 9am-9pm\n Learn from Minnesota Herpetological Society on the Garden Stage | 11am-3pm\n Meet Smokey Bear | 11am & 1pm\n Observe at DNR K-9 d emo | 11am & 1pm\n Dance to the awesome Ecuador Manta | 5-9pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T063056Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fair - DNR Park\, MN\, MN\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-dnr-park-family-f un-state-fair-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Garden Storytime DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260906T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T060528Z UID:10013487-1788688800-1788690600@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May 7-October 8\, 10-10:30 am \nSundays\, May 17-O ctober 11\, 10 am – 10:30am \nCome for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha C rone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelte r. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T060528Z LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/garden-storytime-2/202 6-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Garden Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260906T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2297@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Families can join a Garden Naturalist each Thursday and Sunday afternoon for a nature themed story and activity at Eloise Butler Wildflo wer Garden & Bird Sanctuary. Meet just outside the Visitor Shelter. Bring a blanket to sit on for the story.\n\nNote: EBWG's openings are weather de pendent. We recommend checking ahead before heading out. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minnea polis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eloise-butler-garden-storyt ime-sunday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Town Open DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260906T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:6021@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Como Town is an amusement park located adjacent to the wonderf ul Como Park Zoo & Conservatory in St Paul. The lineup of rides and attrac tions is aimed at the 12-and-under set and includes attractions such as a junior rollercoaster\, the exciting Soaring Eagle zip line\, classic swing s\, kiddie cars\, spinning teacups and a big splash zone. You can choose t o purchase points for the individual attractions or opt for an all-inclusi ve wristband.\n\n[caption id="attachment_15013" align="aligncenter" width= "600"] Thumbs up for the Soaring Eagle[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Como Town\, 1301 Midway Parkway\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55103\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-town-open-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brand Farms Fall Fun DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260906T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:6702@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Brand Farms welcomes pickers this weekend with a full lineup o f fall activities! Here's what you can enjoy down on the farm including se veral free activities. There is no admission charge to enter the farm. Act ivities and u-pick produce available weekends\, 10am-6pm. Open Thursday & Friday of MEA Weekend.\n\n\n Pick-your-own apples and pumpkins - 1/2 peck (5 lbs) $20\, 1 peck (10 lbs) $35\n Apple Cannon - $5 per bucket of appl es\n Scenic hayrides around the farm - $4 per person / $8 per household\n Giant jumping pads & hamster wheel rollers - free!\n Corn shed & straw bale mountain - free!\n Photo spots & food trucks LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Brand Farms Store & Barn\, 18605 Biscayne Avenue West\, Farmingto n\, MN\, 55024\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/brand-farms-fall-fun-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Apple Jack Orchards Fun Farm Weekends DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260906T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:6700@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,market,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Apple Jack Orchards is one of the largest operations in the Tw in Cities Northwest Metro. They offer pretty much anything you can imagine in the way of fresh fall produce and down-on-the-farm activities. The App le Jack Fun Farm is open 7 days a week with a limited number of activities available Mon-Fri and the full range of attractions on the weekends. Ther e is no admission to visit the market\, gift shop or bakery but a general admission ticket is required to enjoy the Fun Farm attractions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Apple Jack Orchards\, 4875 37th St SE\, Delano\, MN\, 55328\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/apple-jack-orchards-fun-far m-weekends-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Garden Storytime Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuar y DTSTART:20260906T150000Z DTEND:20260906T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182423Z UID:10009974-1788688800-1788690600@www.minnesotaparent.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The Garden Storytime program will run through spring\, summer\ , and all the way into fall!\n \n\n\nAll 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 in!\n \n\n\n \n\n\nWe are looking forward to another season of nature stories\, micro-hikes\, songs\, and movement. Stop in the Shelter after the program to engage in a craft project\, too! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182423Z LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/event/garden-storytime-eloise-butler-w ildflower-garden-and-bird-sanctuary/2026-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Minnesota Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minnesotaparent.com/things-to-do-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Fair Stage at Baldwin Park DTSTART:20260906T153000Z DTEND:20260907T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T063056Z UID:3440@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:comedy,dance,family,festival DESCRIPTION:The Family Fair Stage in Baldwin Park is the epicenter for kid s and family entertainment at the Minnesota State Fair. Exciting and often hilarious free acts are presented throughout each day: juggling\, magic\, dance\, comedy acts and more. See our complete lineup for the run of the 2026 State Fair. All entertainment at the Family Fair stage is free\; an a dmission to the Minnesota State Fair is required to enter the fairgrounds. \n2026 Family Fair Stage schedule: September 4-7\n\n The Farmer's Daughte r Show | 10:30am & 11:30am\n The Chipper Experience! Where Comedy & Magic Collide! | 12:30 & 3:30pm\n Monster Shop Bump’n | 1:30\, 4:30 & 6pm\n County Fair Talent Contest | 7pm (September 4 & 5)\n Noah Sonie. Magicia n & Mentalist | 7pm (September 6-7) LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T063056Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fair - Baldwin Park\, MN\, MN\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/family-fair-stage-at-baldwi n-park-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Richardson Drop-In Discoveries (FREE) DTSTART:20260906T180000Z DTEND:20260906T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1807@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Richardson Nature Center in Bloomington offers Drop-In Discove ries (f/k/a Free Family Fun Days ) most Sundays from 1-3pm. These are them ed\, drop-in events hosted by a naturalist that can include meeting or lea rning about animals\, handling artifacts\, playing games or heading outsid e for seasonal activities. When no formal programming is offered\, there i s still plenty to explore as a family for free. There are hands-on indoor exhibits that appeal to kids\, an outdoor raptor enclosure and free nature exploration kits that can be used to enhance your time outdoors. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Richardson Nature Center\, 8737 E Bush Lake Rd\, Bloomington\, MN \, 55438\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/richardson-free-family-fun- day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line DTSTART:20260906T180000Z DTEND:20260907T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5928@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_34925" align="alignleft" width="150"] Como Harriet Streetcar[/caption]\n\nRide the charming and historic Como-Ha rriet Streetcar Line near the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes weekends starting early May through Labor Day (plus special events through Christmas - see our listing of special events below). Tickets $3/pp\, unless otherwise ind icated.\n\nBONUS FUN Explore the family draws in the neighborhood of Linde n Hills\, Minneapolis.\n2026 Como-Harriet Streetcar Line operating hours\n \n Weekends May - September\, 1-7pm\, September and October\, 1-4pm\n We dnesday\, Thursday & Friday afternoons - May 22 - September 6\, 1-4pm\n W ednesday\, Thursday & Friday evenings - May 22 - September 6\, 6:30-8:30pm \n\n\n2026 Como-Harriet Streetcar Line special events\n\n May 2 Opening Day!\n May 9-10 Explore the carbarn for free\, part of Doors Open Minnea polis. Rides are regular fare. 10am-5pm.\n May 10 Moms ride free all day for Mother's Day\n May 25 Living historians will display uniforms of so ldiers\, sailors and Marines from the Civil War thru WWII for Memorial Day . Plus you can ride to the grounds of Lakewood Cemetery. 10am-5pm.\n June 14 Dads ride free all day for Father's Day\n July 4 Take a ride to the lake for holiday concerts on Independence Day.\n October 3-4 Take the tro lley to Farmer Ken and Jan’s Pumpkin Patch (Regular ride fare\; $7/pumpk ins)\n October 10 Slightly spooky Transylvania Trolley rides\n October 25 Grab your sweet tickets fast for the Trick 'r Trolley. ($5/fare)\n Nov ember 28-29 & December 5-6 Enjoy a special holiday ride on the Holly Trol ley ($5/fare)\n December 5 Cap off the year with Vinternatt ($5/fare)\n\ n\nMore information\n\n \n\n Event links: Como-Harriet Streetcar Line 20 26 event calendar LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Como Harriet Streetcar Line\, 2330 W 42nd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ride-the-como-harriet-stree tcar-line-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mississippi Gateway Drop-In Discoveries (FREE) DTSTART:20260906T180000Z DTEND:20260906T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5630@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park usually offers free family p rogramming on Sunday afternoons. Drop in anytime between 1pm-3pm for free activities fun and appropriate for all ages. If there doesn't happen to be special programming\, families can still explore the visitor center\, pla y in the awesome NEW nature play area and investigate the park along the M ississippi River. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 West River Road\, Brook lyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mississippi-gateway-drop-in -discoveries/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids Day & Hmong Minnesota Day at the State Fair DTSTART:20260907T120000Z DTEND:20260908T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260808T120353Z UID:3383@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:Labor Day is the last day to visit the Minnesota State Fair! I t's also the second designated Kids Day - visitors ages 5-12 receive disco unted admission prices at the entrance gates. And last but not least\, Hmo ng Minnesota Day is celebrated on the fairgrounds to close out another awe some year.\n\n[caption id="attachment_28715" align="aligncenter" width="65 0"] State Fair Parade[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T120353Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fair - Dan Patch Park\, MN\, MN\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-state-fair-labor- day-kids-day-hmong-minnesota-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota DNR Park Family Fun DTSTART:20260907T140000Z DTEND:20260908T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T063056Z UID:3470@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Though popular with fairgoers of all ages\, the DNR Park at th e Minnesota State Fair manages to offer a space that feels (relatively) re moved from the hubbub of the Midway rides\, animal barns and mile-long lin es for cookies and pronto pups. That might be owed to its focus on nature and outdoor recreation. It also might be the generous (in State Fair scope ) patch of grass you might be able to find space to plunk your family down for a breather. Feet hopefully rested\, there's a bunch of fun\, FREE stu ff for kids to explore in the park.\nToday's Minnesota State Fair DNR Park family events\n\n Gawk at the giant fishpond | Open all day starting at 7am\n Climb the DNR Fire Tower - get a birds-eye view of the State Fair f rom 65 feet up! | 9am-7pm\n Stroll through the indoor Wildlife Wing diora mas | 9am-9pm\n TODAY ONLY! In the Heart of the Beast Puppet & Mask Theat re on the Garden Stage | 10am-3pm\n Meet Smokey Bear | 11am & 1pm\n Obse rve at DNR K-9 demo | 11am & 1pm\n Dance to the awesome Ecuador Manta | A ll day! LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T063056Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fair - DNR Park\, MN\, MN\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-dnr-park-family-f un-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Maple Grove Monday Parent/Tot Time DTSTART:20260907T150000Z DTEND:20260907T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1838@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Maple Grove Community Center offers year-round Tot Time in the gym on most* Monday and Friday mornings. During this open-ended play time \, kids will find a variety of age-appropriate toys to play with under par ent supervision. Cost is $4.25/child\, parents free during tot time only. Pay at the front desk.\n2026 Tot Time schedule\nMondays & Fridays year-rou nd\, 10am-Noon*.\nExceptions: NO Tot Time October 23 & December 25\n\n*Map le Grove Community Center releases monthly gym schedules and sometimes a r egular tot time is not offered or schedules change. Call ahead a or check the gym schedule online (linked below). LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Maple Grove Community Center\, 12951 Weaver Lake Road\, Maple Gro ve\, MN\, 55369\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/monday-parent-tot-time/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Fair Stage at Baldwin Park DTSTART:20260907T153000Z DTEND:20260908T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T063056Z UID:3441@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:comedy,dance,family,festival DESCRIPTION:The Family Fair Stage in Baldwin Park is the epicenter for kid s and family entertainment at the Minnesota State Fair. Exciting and often hilarious free acts are presented throughout each day: juggling\, magic\, dance\, comedy acts and more. See our complete lineup for the run of the 2026 State Fair. All entertainment at the Family Fair stage is free\; an a dmission to the Minnesota State Fair is required to enter the fairgrounds. \n2026 Family Fair Stage schedule: September 4-7\n\n The Farmer's Daughte r Show | 10:30am & 11:30am\n The Chipper Experience! Where Comedy & Magic Collide! | 12:30 & 3:30pm\n Monster Shop Bump’n | 1:30\, 4:30 & 6pm\n County Fair Talent Contest | 7pm (September 4 & 5)\n Noah Sonie. Magicia n & Mentalist | 7pm (September 6-7) LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T063056Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fair - Baldwin Park\, MN\, MN\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/family-fair-stage-at-baldwi n-park-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jumperoo Tot Time - Tuesdays DTSTART:20260908T140000Z DTEND:20260908T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5356@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Kids 5 and under are invited to Jumperoo at Urban Air Indoor P arks on Tuesdays during the summer. During this time the park is open only little ones (5 & under) and their parents to jump\, bounce and crawl arou nd safely! Cost is $10.99/child. Find ticket links below.\n\nJumperoo Summ er Edition Toddler Time: Every Tuesday mornings beginning June 16\, 2026 a t all locations. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Twin Cities Urban Air Locations\, Twin Cities\, Metro Area\, MN\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/urban-air-jumperoo-tot-time / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rookery Tot Time DTSTART:20260908T140000Z DTEND:20260908T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1859@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The Rookery in Lino Lakes offers Tuesday morning Tot Times\, o pen to families with kids ages 1-10. Kids can play in the gymnasium and ju mp in a bouncy castle. Drop in at your leisure. Be sure to pack tennis sho es and socks! Socks are required in the bounce house. Schedule changes & c ancellations: We recommend checking the gymnasium schedule for monthly sch edule changes and cancellations. Cost is $5 per child\, or free for member s. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:The Rookery Activity Center\, 7690 Village Drive\, Lino Lakes\, M N\, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/rookery-tot-time/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Millz House Pay to Play DTSTART:20260908T140000Z DTEND:20260908T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5748@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Millz House hawks high quality play equipment\, sport courts a nd flooring\, basketball hoops and more. At their Apple Valley showroom ki ds can enjoy testing the wares during special pay-to-play sessions. When e lements move the play indoors\, they can still let off steam on the climbi ng wall\, slides and swings. Cost is $8 per child.\nMillz House Pay to Pla y schedule\n\n Mon-Tues & Thurs-Fri | 9am-4pm\n Wed | 9am-12pm\n Not op en weekends\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Millz House Pay-to-Play LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Millz House\, 14645 Felton Court #104\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/apple-valley-millz-house-pa y-to-play-tues/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:My Preschooler & Me: Puppet Escapades DTSTART:20260908T150000Z DTEND:20260908T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T002529Z UID:1992@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Eastman Nature Center is one of several Twin Cities-area natur e centers that host special programs for preschoolers. The My Preschooler & Me (and My Child & Me) series is typically held a few times a month and explores seasonal themes through activities like puppet shows\, storytime\ , crafts and related outdoor play. The series is designed for preschoolers (ages 0-6 depending on the program) to enjoy alongside a caregiver\; both child and adult pay the small fee. Registration is required by two days p rior and often space fills up quickly. Check the ticket link below and not e that it is usually possible to be placed on a waitlist if the program is already full. Cost is $5-6 per person. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002529Z LOCATION:Eastman Nature Center\, 13351 Elm Creek Rd\, Maple Grove\, MN\, 5 5369\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eastman-my-preschooler-me/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mall of America Toddler Tuesday (FREE) DTSTART:20260908T150000Z DTEND:20260908T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T000148Z UID:1993@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The longtime Mall of America Toddler Tuesday program is a free event for the stroller set typically held on the second Tuesday of the mo nth. It often involves live performances\, character meet-and-greets\, sea sonal entertainment and promotional sneak peeks. Some MOA restaurants offe r Tuesday kids-eat-free deals to coincide with Toddler Tuesday.\n\nMeet at the Rotunda and make sure to check the time before heading out\; it can v ary slightly depending on the program. Tip: When you visit\, "take along" our MALL OF AMERICA FAMILY GUIDE. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T000148Z LOCATION:Mall of America & Nickelodeon Universe Amusement Park\, 60 East B roadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mall-of-america-toddler-tue sday-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hardwood Creek Library Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260908T150000Z DTEND:20260908T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5659@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Fit for kids of any age with their caregivers\, drop in Tuesda y mornings for an inclusive storytime filled with stories\, music\, moveme nt and more. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Hardwood Creek Library\, 19955 Forest Road North\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/forest-lake-hardwood-creek- library-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Roseville Library Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260908T153000Z DTEND:20260908T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T122754Z UID:6266@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:A program best fit for preschoolers ages 2-5 that offers stori es\, songs\, fingerplays and movement to encourage an interest in literacy . Drop in\, no registration required\, 10:30-11am. LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T122754Z LOCATION:Roseville Library\, 2180 North Hamline Ave\, Roseville\, MN \, 55 113\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/roseville-library-family-st orytime-tuesday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Highland Park Preschool Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260908T153000Z DTEND:20260908T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064344Z UID:1924@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Bring your preschool child for Highland Park Library's early l iteracy storytime\, where you can relax and have fun\, read\, sing\, play\ , build a love of reading and meeting other families. Recommended for ages 3-5. See our full calendar of upcoming storytimes at the link. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064344Z LOCATION:Highland Park Library\, 974 Ford Parkway\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 5511 6\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/tuesday-preschool-storytime -highland-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Park Grove Storytime & Art Cart (FREE) DTSTART:20260908T153000Z DTEND:20260908T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5716@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Park Grove Library's special storytime centers around themes s uch as life skills\, community\, family\, emotions and the importance of b eing kind. Activities with the Art Cart will follow with crafts appropriat e for kids ages 2-5. Caregivers get to participate during the program\; no need to register\, just drop in. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Park Grove Library\, 7900 Hemingway Ave S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/storytime-art-cart-park-gro ve-library/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Woodbury Library Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260908T153000Z DTEND:20260908T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5799@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Best for children ages 2-6\, they'll build literacy skills thr ough stories\, songs\, writing and simply playing at this free\, drop-in s torytime. Note this storytime is held both Tuesdays and Thursdays. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:RH Stafford Library\, 8595 Central Park Pl\, Woodbury\, MN\, 5512 5\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/woodbury-rh-stafford-librar y-storytime-tues/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Anthony Park Storytime In the Park (FREE) DTSTART:20260908T153000Z DTEND:20260908T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5774@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The St. Anthony Park branch (housed in a lovely Carnegie libra ry) hosts stories\, songs\, rhymes\, and puppets in the library's auditori um (note\, located in the basement\, not in the children's section).  The storytime\, aimed at kids through age five with their caregivers\, is off ered in College Park during the summer. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:College Park\, 2223 Carter Ave\, St Paul\, MN\, 55108\, URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-anthony-park-library-fam ily-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wild Rumpus Books Weekly Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260908T153000Z DTEND:20260908T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1685@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Pop in for a weekly storytime at Wild Rumpus Books to read sto ries\, sing songs\, dance a little\, and see some resident animal ambassad ors (yes\, you might find a couple cats behind the register). Wild Rumpus story time is primarily geared towards toddlers and preschoolers\, but can be enjoyed by anyone! It's fun to hear a story\, no matter what your age. All are welcome.\n\nWild Rumpus books is just one of the fun spots in the area to stop with kids. Round out your day with more ideas for family-fri endly places in the Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Wild Rumpus Books\, 2720 West 43rd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55 410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wild-rumpus-books-storytime / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tuesday Kids Open Play at Ninth Street Soccer (FREE) DTSTART:20260908T190000Z DTEND:20260908T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5366@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_87388" align="alignleft" width="150"] Ninth Street Soccer and Coffee[/caption]\n\nNinth Street Soccer offers Kid s Open Play which includes unstructured and child-initiated activities. Re gistration is required. When signing up list your name as the parent and t hen add each of your children's names as guests. Kids Open Play time has m oved to a "pay what you can" model\; please consider giving a donation onc e you arrive in the coffee shop.\nSummer Open Play dates\n\n \n\n Mon/Tu es/Wed/Thurs from 2-4pm\n Fri from 10am-12pm\n\n\n\nMore information\n\n Find a registration link\n Cozy Up and Play at These Kid-Friendly Twin C ities Coffee Shops/Cafes LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Ninth Street Soccer\, 801 SE 9th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 5541 4\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/monday-kids-open-play-at-ni nth-street-soccer-tues/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tableside Magician & Kids Eat FREE DTSTART:20260908T220000Z DTEND:20260909T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2315@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Need an extra reason or two to call it a pizza night this Tues day? Roman the Magician is in the house for Family Night at Broadway Pizza \, performing magic tricks for all ages tableside from 5-7pm! Plus\, kids eat FREE during this time - one free kids menu item per adult entree purch ased. Beverage not included. Note that this magical night happens weekly a t the Broadway Pizza Champlin location. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Broadway Pizza\, 11186 Commerce Drive\, Champlin\, MN \, 55316\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/tableside-magician-kids-eat -free-broadway-pizza/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Base Camp Open Climb & Archery DTSTART:20260908T230000Z DTEND:20260909T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T120440Z UID:1286@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Base Camp offers Open Climb Night to the public the first Tues day of each month through the end of the year. Climbers of all skill level s can try out 16 unique indoor natural rock climbing routes and practice a rchery\, too. This event is open to youth 5 years of age and older. Kid cl imbers are required to be accompanied by an adult (18 years+) who is able to belay for them at the climbing wall. Youth ages 15+ can be trained to b elay. Adults who don't plan to climb are not required to pay but must regi ster. Walk-in participants are also welcome if space permits. Staff will p rovide training at the start of each session. Cost is $15/climber.\n\nPLAN AHEAD Base Camp Open Climb Night is scheduled for the following dates thi s year:\n\n August 4\n September 8\n October 6\n November 3\n Decembe r 1\n\nMore information\n\n Find a pre-registration link\n Learn more ab out activities at Base Camp LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T120440Z LOCATION:Base Camp\, 6202 Bloomington Rd\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 55111\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/base-camp-open-climb-archer y/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Inver Grove Heights Days DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTSTAMP:20260901T060101Z UID:3286@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,festival DESCRIPTION:Inver Grove Heights Days celebrates with a Community Family Fu n Night\, kids treasure hunt\, grand parade and fireworks. $3 button is re quired for many events\, including Family Fun Night and the Kids Treasure Hunt. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060101Z LOCATION:Oakwood Park\, 3534 78th Street E\, Inver Grove Heights\, MN\, 55 077\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/inver-grove-heights-days/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chanhassen Wednesday Tot Time Open Gym DTSTART:20260909T130000Z DTEND:20260909T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1865@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Tot Time at the Chanhassen Recreation Center is scheduled for drop-in play on most Mondays\, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8-11:30am. No n eed to register\, just show up and play. The program requires the rec cent er daily use fee of $4/resident or $4.50/non-resident.\n\nMORE INDOOR TOT TIMES: This is just one of many options for indoor tot times in the Twin Cities. For the complete schedule\, jump over to our listing of INDOOR TO T TIME OPEN GYMS IN THE TWIN CITIES or visit our guide to TWIN CITIES FA MILY ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK.\n\nMore information\n\n Find Chanhassen Recrea tion Center’s open gym schedule. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Chanhassen Recreation Center\, 2310 Coulter Blvd\, Chanhassen\, M N\, 55317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-wednesday-tot-ti me-open-gym/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rogers Wednesday Fieldhouse Tot Times DTSTART:20260909T140000Z DTEND:20260909T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5307@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Families with little ones can enjoy an open play time for tots at the City of Rogers new fieldhouse and indoor playground twice weekly o n Mondays and Wednesdays from 9am-11am. Best for ages 2-5. Admission: $5/r esidents\; $7/non-residents. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:HealthPartners Fieldhouse\, 14160 James Road\, Rogers\, MN\, 5537 4\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/healthpartners-fieldhouse-w ednesday-tot-times/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Millz House Pay to Play DTSTART:20260909T140000Z DTEND:20260909T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5749@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Millz House hawks high quality play equipment\, sport courts a nd flooring\, basketball hoops and more. At their Apple Valley showroom ki ds can enjoy testing the wares during special pay-to-play sessions. When e lements move the play indoors\, they can still let off steam on the climbi ng wall\, slides and swings. Cost is $8 per child.\nMillz House Pay to Pla y schedule\n\n Mon-Tues & Thurs-Fri | 9am-4pm\n Wed | 9am-12pm\n Not op en weekends\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Millz House Pay-to-Play LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Millz House\, 14645 Felton Court #104\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/apple-valley-millz-house-pa y-to-play-wed/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Music & Movement Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260909T153000Z DTEND:20260909T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2170@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Kick off your morning at the library with a special storytime that incorporates music\, movement and even an art project if you stick ar ound afterward. A perfect playdate for your 2-6 year olds. Drop on in\, no need to register. Cost is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Park Grove Library\, 7900 Hemingway Ave S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/music-movement-storytime-fr ee/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Red Balloon Bookshop Wednesday Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260909T153000Z DTEND:20260909T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1661@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The charming independent Red Balloon Bookshop offers weekly st ory times on Wednesday and Thursdays geared toward babies and toddlers age s 0-3. All ages are welcome to enjoy stories\, songs and the charming inde pendent bookstore. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Red Balloon Bookshop\, 891 Grand Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 5510 5\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/red-balloon-bookshop-storyt ime-wednesday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West 7th Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260909T153000Z DTEND:20260909T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5776@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Best for kids up to age 5\, enjoy stories\, rhymes\, music and the chance to meet other kids and families. Storytime is hosted in Room 1 12 of the West 7th Community Center (attached to the library). You're invi ted to stay to play in the children's room after the stories. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:West 7th Library\, 265 Oneida St\, St Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/west-7th-library-family-sto rytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Kids Open Play at Ninth Street Soccer (FREE) DTSTART:20260909T190000Z DTEND:20260909T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1753@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_87388" align="alignleft" width="150"] Ninth Street Soccer and Coffee[/caption]\n\nNinth Street Soccer offers Kid s Open Play which includes unstructured and child-initiated activities. Re gistration is required. When signing up list your name as the parent\, and then add each of your children's names as guests. Kids Open Play time has moved to a "pay what you can" model\; please consider giving a donation o nce you arrive in the coffee shop.\nSummer Open Play dates\n\n \n\n Mon/ Tues/Wed/Thurs from 2-4pm\n Fri from 10am-12pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Ninth Street Soccer\, 801 SE 9th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 5541 4\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-open-play-at-ninth-str eet-soccer-wednesday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Melodies & Market on the Mississippi (FREE) DTSTART:20260909T223000Z DTEND:20260910T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5005@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,food,market,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Wednesday evenings at Harriet Island feature live music\, loca l vendors and food trucks. The kids can explore the park and play on the p layground. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Harriet Island Regional Park\, 49 Harriet Island Road\, Saint Pau l\, MN\, 55107\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/cocoa-crafts-sleds-harriet- island/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Banyan AM Play & Learn (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T140000Z DTEND:20260910T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6061@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The Minneapolis ECFE Play and Learn program engages tots and t heir caregivers in activities that develop self-regulation\, curiosity and motor skills through play. This non-separating program is geared toward a ges 0-5. FREE. Drop In.\n\nLanguages: Spanish/English\n\nFall Banyan Play & Learn: Most Thursdays* 9-11am\, September 10\, 2026-January 28\, 2027 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Banyan Community Youth Development Center\, 2529 13th Avenue Sout h\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/banyan-am-play-learn-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Millz House Pay to Play DTSTART:20260910T140000Z DTEND:20260910T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:5750@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Millz House hawks high quality play equipment\, sport courts a nd flooring\, basketball hoops and more. At their Apple Valley showroom ki ds can enjoy testing the wares during special pay-to-play sessions. When e lements move the play indoors\, they can still let off steam on the climbi ng wall\, slides and swings. Cost is $8 per child.\nMillz House Pay to Pla y schedule\n\n Mon-Tues & Thurs-Fri | 9am-4pm\n Wed | 9am-12pm\n Not op en weekends\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Millz House Pay-to-Play LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Millz House\, 14645 Felton Court #104\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/apple-valley-millz-house-pa y-to-play-thurs/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilder Thursday Play & Learn (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T143000Z DTEND:20260910T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6058@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:The Minneapolis ECFE Play and Learn program engages tots and t heir caregivers in activities that develop self-regulation\, curiosity and motor skills through play. This non-separating program is geared toward a ges 0-5. FREE. Drop In.\n\nLanguages: Oromo/Amharic/English\n\nFall Wilder Center Play & Learn: Most Thursdays* 9:30-11:30am\, September 10\, 2026-J anuary 28\, 2027 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Laura Ingalls Wilder School\, 3345 Chicago Avenue South\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wilder-play-learn-thursday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Garden Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T150000Z DTEND:20260910T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:2296@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Families can join a Garden Naturalist each Thursday and Saturd ay afternoon for a nature themed story and activity at Eloise Butler Wildf lower Garden & Bird Sanctuary. Meet just outside the Visitor Shelter. Brin g a blanket to sit on for the story.\n\nNote: EBWG's openings are weather dependent. We recommend checking ahead before heading out. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minnea polis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eloise-butler-garden-storyt ime-thursday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Simply Jane Toddler Time DTSTART:20260910T150000Z DTEND:20260910T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:6300@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Simply Jane art studio is offering a special Toddler Time ever y Thursday at 10am! You can bring your little artist in to paint their own masterpiece\, color and play in the studio. Just $5 per canvas board for members and $10 for non members. Grab a friend and make it a painting play date! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Simply Jane Studio / ArtAble\, 3805 Cedar Avenue South\, Minneapo lis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/simply-jane-toddler-time/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joyer Adventure Farm Open DTSTART:20260910T150000Z DTEND:20260910T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:3005@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. This space was created to share a passion for experience-based education. A visit to the barnyard to meet the animals is included with admission to the Joyer Adventure Farm. Plan to spend approximately an hour exploring t he barnyard when you visit and consider a few quarters for the feed dispen sers. The barnyard contains a wide range of farm animals including sheep\, chickens\, donkeys\, alpaca\, horses\, peacocks\, pygmy goats\, pigs and other poultry to interact with. Open Thursday-Sunday\, 10am-5pm.\n\n\nActi vities included with Joyer Adventure Farm admission\n\n Hay ride to the p ick-your-own fields (strawberries in June! Produce extra.)\n Annual corn maze\n Corn box & farm dig sandbox\n Zoom Mountain slide\n Low ropes co urse\, tug-o-war and other lawn games\n Playsets and pedal trikes\n Bubb les station - and more!\n\nUpgrade your ticket to an Adventure Pass and in clude all of the above activities plus gem mining\, animal feed and a bag of kettle corn.\nJune Admission tickets\n\n General admission ticket: $12 .99 (online)/$17.99 (door)\n Adventure Pass: $26.95/$31.99\n\nJoyer Adven ture Farm Sunflower Festival hours\nSix acres of sunflowers in beautiful b loom! During these dates\, a hayride to the flower fields and one bloom ar e included in your general admission Adventure Farm ticket. You can also p ick-your-own flowers or purchase upgraded tickets that include jars and bu ckets. Explore Sunflower Festival tickets here.\n\n Season runs mid-Augus t - mid-September\n Festival open Thursdays - Sundays\, 10am-5pm\n\n\nMor e information\n\n Event link: Joyer Adventure Farm\n Learn more: Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, Lino Lakes LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, 8174 Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, MN \, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-open-t hurs/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Garden Storytime DTSTART:20260910T150000Z DTEND:20260910T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060516Z UID:10013488-1789034400-1789036200@www.minneapolisparks.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May 7-October 8\, 10-10:30 am \nSundays\, May 17-O ctober 11\, 10 am – 10:30am \nCome for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha C rone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelte r. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060516Z LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/garden-storytime-2/202 6-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/recreatio n_centers_program_facilities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Como Little Explorers Thursday (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T150000Z DTEND:20260910T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000349Z UID:1886@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Little Explorers Thursday at Como Zoo & Conservatory is a FREE weekly program located in the Visitor Center during the winter and on the zoo grounds in the summertime. Perfect for the 1-4 year old to meet anima l and plant visitors\, listen to story time\, play games and many other fu n activities. Different themes featured each week! No need to register\, j ust drop on in. Admission to Como Zoo is always free\; donations are alway s appreciated.\n\nMORE AT COMO The Como Park Zoo & Conservatory are stuffe d with fun things for families and kids to do. Bookmark our COMO SUMMER CH ECKLIST so you don't miss out on the fun hatching this season. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000349Z LOCATION:Como Park Zoo & Conservatory\, 1225 Estabrook Dr\, Saint Paul\, M N\, 55103\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/como-little-explorers-thurs day-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Red Balloon Bookshop Thursday Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T153000Z DTEND:20260910T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:1704@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The charming and independent Red Balloon Bookshop offers weekl y story times on Wednesday and Thursdays geared toward babies and toddlers ages 0-3. All ages are welcome to enjoy stories\, songs and the charming independent bookstore. Call the Red Balloon at 651-224-8320 for updates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Red Balloon Bookshop\, 891 Grand Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 5510 5\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/red-balloon-bookshop-storyt ime-thursday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tiny Tots Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T153000Z DTEND:20260910T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:2294@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Thursday mornings at Big Hill Books are geared toward kids 5 a nd under with stories read by talented Friends of Big Hill Books volunteer readers -- including local children’s author Melanie Heuiser Hill! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Big Hill Books\, 405 Penn Avenue S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/big-hill-books-tiny-tots-st orytime-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Andersen Horticultural Library StoryTime DTSTART:20260910T153000Z DTEND:20260910T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:2299@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Visit the Andersen Horticultural Library Thursday mornings for a storytime that celebrates plants and nature and fosters a love for book s and reading. Then stick around and explore the gardens\; the grounds of the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum are beautiful to explore in any season. Best for families with kids ages 0-5.\n\nPro tip: If you plan to attend th is weekly event regularly\, a membership to the Arboretum will quickly pay for itself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/arb-storytime-thursday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Banyan PM Play & Learn (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T180000Z DTEND:20260910T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6062@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The Minneapolis ECFE Play and Learn program engages tots and t heir caregivers in activities that develop self-regulation\, curiosity and motor skills through play. This non-separating program is geared toward a ges 0-5. FREE. Drop In.\n\nFall Banyan Play & Learn: Most Thursdays* 1-3pm \, September 10\, 2026-January 28\, 2027 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Banyan Community Youth Development Center\, 2529 13th Avenue Sout h\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/banyan-pm-play-learn-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Kids Open Play at Ninth Street Soccer (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T190000Z DTEND:20260910T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:1749@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Ninth Street Soccer offers Kids Open Play which includes unstr uctured and child-initiated activities. Registration is required. When sig ning up list your name as the parent\, and then add each of your children' s names as guests. Kids Open Play time has moved to a "pay what you can" m odel\; please consider giving a donation once you arrive in the coffee sho p.\nSummer Open Play dates\n\n Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs from 2-4pm\n Fri from 10am-12pm\n\nMore information\n\n Find a registration link\n Cozy Up and Play at These Kid-Friendly Twin Cities Coffee Shops/Cafes LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Ninth Street Soccer\, 801 SE 9th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 5541 4\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-open-play-at-ninth-str eet-soccer-thursday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota History Center Thursday Nights (FREE) DTSTART:20260910T210000Z DTEND:20260911T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:1929@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Forever on the hunt for a deal\, the families that make up FFT C love to share our finds: Enjoy free admission and free parking at the Mi nnesota History Center Thursday nights. Stop in the Minnesota History Cent er Thursdays night from 4-8pm\, and receive free admission and parking. We promise\, this is a very family-friendly museum with plenty to touch\, pl ay with\, learn about and even climb on. The permanent and rotating exhibi ts at the Minnesota History Center were designed with the whole family in mind. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Minnesota History Center\, 345 W Kellogg Blvd\, St Paul\, MN 5510 2\, USA\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/free-thursday-night-minneso ta-history-center/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fam: The Remarkable Story of a Canada Goose Adopted by Sandhill Cr anes DTSTART:20260910T223000Z DTEND:20260911T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T000051Z UID:6640@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,literary DESCRIPTION:On a quiet bay of Green Lake MN\, a pair of Sandhill Cranes ra ised a Canada gosling alongside their own baby Sandhill Crane. It sounds i mpossible but it's true! Join writer Martha Harding and photographer Gary Noren as they share wildlife photos and their children's book "Fam: The Re markable Story of a Canada Goose Adopted by Sandhill Cranes." This amazing wildlife tale is perfect for all ages including children\, parents\, gran dparents\, and seniors! FREE. All Ages. RSVP Required by Sept. 5th. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000051Z LOCATION:St. Stephen Lutheran Church - White Bear Lake\, 1965 East County Road E\, White Bear Lake\, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fam-the-remarkable-story-of -a-canada-goose-adopted-by-sandhill-cranes/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Osseo Lions Roar Days DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:3294@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Alongside Osseo's annual Lions Roar Days Parade are live bands and all the festival food you love. Plus there’s lots for kids to do. L eo’s Adventure Land features ticketed inflatables from 11am-8pm and free activities like a petting zoo and ice cream social. See our event schedul e. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Premier Bank\, 311 Central Avenue\, Osseo\, MN\, 55369\, United S tates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/osseo-lions-roar-days/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:My Preschooler & Me: Family Clay DTSTART:20260911T170000Z DTEND:20260911T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260808T120353Z UID:2507@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:This event will include a story time and an opportunity to cra ft your own ceramic creation inspired by fireflies. Ages 3-6 with adult. $ 18. Reservations are required by two days prior online or by phone - 763-5 59-6700. LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T120353Z LOCATION:Silverwood Park\, 2500 County Road E\, St. Anthony\, MN\, 55421\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/my-preschooler-me-family-cl ay/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilder Friday Play & Learn (FREE) DTSTART:20260911T180000Z DTEND:20260911T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6060@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The Minneapolis ECFE Play and Learn program engages tots and t heir caregivers in activities that develop self-regulation\, curiosity and motor skills through play. This non-separating program is geared toward a ges 0-5. FREE. Drop In.\n\nLanguages: Spanish/English\n\nFall Wilder Cente r Play & Learn: Most Fridays* 1:00-2:30pm\, September 11\, 2026-January 22 \, 2027 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Laura Ingalls Wilder School\, 3345 Chicago Avenue South\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wilder-friday-play-learn-fr ee/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Osseo Lions Roar DTSTART:20260911T220000Z DTEND:20260912T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:5907@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Alongside Osseo's annual Lions Roar Days Parade are live bands and all the festival food you love. Plus there’s lots for kids to do. L eo’s Adventure Land features ticketed inflatables from 11am-8pm and free activities like a petting zoo and ice cream social. See our event schedul e. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Premier Bank\, 311 Central Avenue\, Osseo\, MN\, 55369\, United S tates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/osseo-lions-roar-fri/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eagan Art Block DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTSTAMP:20260902T000237Z UID:3341@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Eagan Art Block consists of kid and family-friendly art activi ties spread over 30 events in the 15 days throughout the city of Eagan.\n\ n[caption id="attachment_48371" align="aligncenter" width="600"] "Lovers" Sculpture by Anthony Caponi found at Caponi Art Park[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000237Z LOCATION:Eagan Art Block Locations\, Various Locations\, Eagan\, MN\, 5512 2+\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eagan-art-block/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Patrick's CountryFest Youth Block Party DTSTART:20260912T010000Z DTEND:20260912T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6520@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,holiday DESCRIPTION:St Patrick's CountryFest is full of entertainment\, kids games and food. The youth block party is Friday evening. Friday 8-11pm\; Saturd ay 2-11pm\; Sunday 10am-3pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:St. Patrick's Catholic Church\, 19921 Nightingale Street NW\, Oak Grove\, MN\, 55011\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-patricks-countryfest-fri / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Move with MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Minnesota DTSTART:20260912T050000Z DTEND:20260913T045959Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181908Z UID:10001418-1789171200-1789257599@www.myktis.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:September\, 12th 2026 | Clifton E. French Regional Park | Plym outh\, MN \nThe 2026 Move With MADD is Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MAD D) Minnesota’s signature fundraising event to help us raise awareness an d funds to end impaired driving for good. We hope you will join this fun\, family event and help ensure safer roads in our community. (Friendly dog s are welcome) \nRegister and donate TODAY to help save more lives! \nMoth ers Against Drunk Driving is more than just mothers. We’re fathers\, sis ters\, brothers\, families\, and friends. We’re truly a grassroots organ ization\, made up of people like you who care about making an impact in Mi nnesota to keep your loved ones safe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click on e of the buttons below to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181908Z LOCATION:clifton french park\, 12605 Rockford Rd.\, Plymouth\, M\, 554441\ , United States URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/move-with-madd-mothers-against-drunk-driv ing-minnesota/ X-SOURCE-NAME:98.5 KTIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/serving-the-homeless-outreach-mi nneapolis-mn-2/2026-03-31 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Move With MADD Minnesota DTSTART:20260912T140000Z DTEND:20260912T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T062949Z UID:6642@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Join Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Minnesota for the 20 26 Move With MADD\, a family-friendly community event bringing people toge ther to remember victims and survivors of impaired driving\, raise awarene ss\, and help create safer roads for everyone. Register only. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T062949Z LOCATION:French Regional Park\, 12605 Rockford Rd\, Plymouth\, MN \, 55441 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/move-with-madd-minnesota/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lilla Skolan DTSTART:20260912T143000Z DTEND:20260912T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T060321Z UID:10008310-1789205400-1789210800@asimn.org CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Lilla Skolan meets weekly on 10 Saturdays from September 12– November 21 with no class October 17 (MEA weekend).  \n\nSvenska Skolan f ör de minsta! Lilla Skolan är ett program för svensktalande barn mellan 3-6 år. Vi bjuder på ett kort program av sagostund\, musik och pyssel m ed tid över för barnen att leka tillsammans. Endast svenska talas under programmet och åtminstone en svensktalande förälder måste vara med bar net under lektionen. Lilla Skolan träffas samtidigt som Svenska Skolan s å det passar perfekt för familjerna med barn i både grupperna. Kom och lek på svenska! \nLilla Skolan is a program for Swedish-speaking children ages 3-6. Each event features storytime\, music\, and a craft followed by free play. Lilla Skolan is an immersive Swedish environment\, and at leas t one Swedish-speaking parent must be with the child during the lesson. Li lla Skolan meets at the same time as Svenska Skolan\, so it’s perfect fo r families with children in both groups. Come and play—in Swedish! weekl y Advanced registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T060321Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/lilla-skolan-3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:American Swedish Institute X-SOURCE-URL:https://asimn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fridley Kids Creative Corner DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T123034Z UID:6667@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Kids ages 3-10 are invited to drop by the Fridley Commons Park building on Saturdays for creative play with hands-on activities like LEG Os\, coloring sheets\, craft\, magnetic tiles and more. Program runs Satur days\, September 12-October 31 (closed Oct 17)\, 2026. Cost is $3 per chil d or $6 per family. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T123034Z LOCATION:Commons Park\, 555 61st Avenue Northeast\, Fridley\, MN \, 55432\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fridley-kids-creative-corne r/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Twin Cities Maker Fest DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T180045Z UID:6618@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:The annual Twin Cities Maker Fest is a day-long celebration of making\, art\, and creativity across the metro. Explore the street fair a t the intersection of 31st Avenue and 26th Street to find fun family activ ities\, live performances\, demonstrations\, food trucks\, and 150 local a rtists and craftspeople. Kid-friendly activities include hands-on crafting \, hand-building clay\, robot competitions\, and more. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T180045Z LOCATION:Twin Cities Maker\, 3119 East 26th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55 406\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/twin-cities-maker-fest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lowe's Kids Workshop: Haunted House (FREE) DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T000101Z UID:1991@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,holiday DESCRIPTION:Free Lowe’s Kids Workshops are geared towards your “mini-D IYer” about age 4-11. Caregivers will need to remain onsite to supervise and assist with the building of simple craft projects. Each month has a n ew theme and creation to make-and-take home. There is no purchase necessar y to participate\, but please follow the link to register - then show up a nd get ready to build! All events run from 10am-1pm.\nUpcoming Lowe's Kids Workshops\n\n September 12 Haunted House\n October 17 Firefighting Pla ne\n\nTwin Cities Lowe's Home Improvement locations\n\n BLAINE - 11651 Ul ysses St NE\, Blaine\, MN 55434\n COON RAPIDS - 2700 Main St NW\, Coon Ra pids\, MN 55448\n MAPLE GROVE - 11201 Fountains Dr\, Maple Grove\, MN 553 69\n OAK PARK HEIGHTS - 5888 Nova Scotia Ave\, Oak Park Heights\, MN 5508 2\n PLYMOUTH - 3205 Vicksburg Ln N\, Plymouth\, MN 55447\n SHAKOPEE - 42 70 Dean Lakes Blvd\, Shakopee\, MN 55379\n WEST ST PAUL - 1795 Robert St\ , West St Paul\, MN 55118\n\nMore information\n\n Registration link: Lowe 's Kids Workshops\n Learn more: Taking your child to Lowe’s Kids Worksh ops. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T000101Z LOCATION:Lowe's - Twin Cities Locations\, Multiple Locations\, Twin Cities \, MN\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lowes-kids-workshop-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Civil War Weekend DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260913T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T000258Z UID:3591@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:A full battalion of history\, re-enactments and interactive ex periences at LeDuc Estate's Civil War Weekend. Activities for kids of all ages! See our complete schedule. Saturday & Sunday\, 10am-5pm. $8-$10/adul ts\, kids FREE. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000258Z LOCATION:LeDuc Historic Estate\, 1629 Vermillion St\, Hastings\, MN\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/leduc-estate-civil-war-week end/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Can Do Woofaroo DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:3645@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Can Do Canines invites you to bring along your pup for an outd oor\, totally family-friendly fundraising event that involves a one-mile w alk\, live musical entertainment\, a doggie costume contest (register by 1 2pm)\, assistant dog demonstration\, pet vendors\, dog caricature artists and more. Full event runs 10am-1:30pm with the walk starting at 11am.\n\nP rizes awarded for achieving fundraising levels! LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Can Do Canines\, 9440 Science Center Drive\, New Hope\, MN\, 5542 8\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/canine-can-do-can-do-woofar oo/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tamarack Drop-In Discoveries: Honey Harvest (FREE) DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:3584@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Drop-In Discoveries at Tamarack Nature Center is a free\, natu ralist-led program that requires no registration or admission fee. All age s are welcome! You can come and go as you please\, learn as you like\, and explore the indoor exhibits at the nature center. Outdoors\, if the weath er permits\, do not miss the amazing Discovery Hollow Nature Play Area\, a natural wonderland filled with sand and water play spaces\, boulders to c limb\, caves to explore and trails to take to. All 2026 programs are sched uled for 10am-12pm but we still encourage you to visit the official link.\ n\nMake 2026 the year you Get Back to Green! Explore All the Nature Playgr ounds in the Twin Cities.\n\n[adthrive-in-post-video-player video-id="FDQ4 3IuS" upload-date="2025-07-26T18:42:27+00:00" name="Tamarack Nature Center & Discovery Hollow Nature Play Area " description="Tamarack Nature Center in White Bear Lake has an amazing nature play area called Discovery Hollo w." player-type="default" override-embed="default"] LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Tamarack Nature Center\, 5287 Otter Lake Rd\, White Bear Township \, MN \, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/tamarack-nature-center-drop -in-discoveries-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rivoli Bluff Bash (FREE) DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:6718@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:The open-house event is back this fall weekend for a free tour \, produce giveaway and free meals. For the kids: activities in the garden \, free face painting and a meet with chickens! Please reserve a spot onli ne. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Rivoli Bluff Farm\, 749 Arkwright St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55130\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/rivoli-bluff-bash-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Osseo Lions Roar DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260913T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000349Z UID:5908@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Alongside Osseo's annual Lions Roar Days Parade are live bands and all the festival food you love. Plus there’s lots for kids to do. L eo’s Adventure Land features ticketed inflatables from 11am-8pm and free activities like a petting zoo and ice cream social. See our event schedul e. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000349Z LOCATION:Premier Bank\, 311 Central Avenue\, Osseo\, MN\, 55369\, United S tates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/osseo-lions-roar/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Badger Hill Saturday Morning Story Telling (FREE) DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000349Z UID:2370@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:drink,family DESCRIPTION:Badger Hill Brewing in Shakopee hosts a special story telling event for kids the second Saturday of the month. Presented by Teller Jen S cott in partnership with Minnesota Story Arts. FREE to attend. Grab a drin k and a snack and enjoy a story. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000349Z LOCATION:Badger Hill Brewing\, 2805 Winners Cir Dr\, Shakopee\, MN\, 55379 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/badger-hill-saturday-mornin g-story-telling-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lowry Free Fun: Monarchs & Other Insects DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000349Z UID:1810@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Lowry Nature Center\, located within Carver Park Reserve\, fre quently offers free nature programming appropriate for families to do with kids of all ages. Activities may be indoors and out and a naturalist is t ypically available to answer questions and provide some guidance. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000349Z LOCATION:Lowry Nature Center\, 7025 Victoria Drive\, Victoria\, MN \, 5538 6\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lowry-nature-center-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scandia Taco Daze DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000349Z UID:3300@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Nearly a 50-year tradition\, Scandia celebrates with fun thing s for families with kids such as a coin scramble\, crafts for all ages\, g ames\, food trucks\, a firefighters waterball competition\, parade\, a tro lley through downtown and special activities at the Gammelgarden Museum. O h\, and tacos too. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000349Z LOCATION:Scandia Community Center\, 14727 209th Street North\, Scandia\, M N\, 55073\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/scandia-taco-daze/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Red Balloon Bookshop Author Storytime: Bao Phi (FREE) DTSTART:20260912T153000Z DTEND:20260912T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062854Z UID:3753@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,literary DESCRIPTION:Join the author for a read-aloud of her new picture book\, fol lowed by a book signing. LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062854Z LOCATION:Red Balloon Bookshop\, 891 Grand Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 5510 5\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/red-balloon-bookshop-author -storytime-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pride in the Park DTSTART:20260912T160000Z DTEND:20260912T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T000442Z UID:28857-1789210800-1789228800@www.mynortheaster.com CATEGORIES:community,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Columbia Heights LGBTQ Pride Festival (“Pride in the Park” )\, a family-friendly\, sober\, smoke-free celebration with food trucks\, live music\, a drag show and local vendors will be held Saturday\, Sept. 1 2\, 11 am-4 pm at Kordiak Park\, 1845 49th Ave NE. Free. Donations accepte d at https://heightsnext.org/events/pride/. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T000442Z LOCATION:1845 49th Ave. NE\, Columbia Heights\, MN\, 55421\, United States URL:https://www.mynortheaster.com/event/pride-in-the-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:MyNortheaster.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mynortheaster.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rockpoint Church Corn Maze (FREE) DTSTART:20260912T160000Z DTEND:20260912T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064344Z UID:3340@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:A corn maze has returned to Rockpoint Church this year and com es complete with pedal cars\, the corn cannon\, kids axe throwing and a wa gon ride. Saturdays only through October 3\, 11am-4pm. Admission is free.\ n\nACCESSIBLE MAZE EVENT! Requires pre-registration. Sunday\, October 4\, 2026\, 2-5pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064344Z LOCATION:Rockpoint Church\, 5825 Kelvin Avenue North\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55 042\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/rockpoint-church-corn-maze/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ramsey Happy Days Parade DTSTART:20260912T163000Z DTEND:20260912T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6519@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:The big Ramsey Happy Days Parade kicks off at 11:30am followed by family activities\, kids games\, inflatables\, dog and car shows and f ireworks to end the day. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Ramsey Happy Days Events\, 7555 Sunwood Drive NW \, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ramsey-happy-days-festival- parade/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brick By Brick AntiRacist Story Hour (FREE) DTSTART:20260912T173000Z DTEND:20260912T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T002529Z UID:5433@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Storytellers Morgan\, Alsa\, and Ellen will share stories\, in corporating fun\, play\, and silliness into themes of inclusiveness\, dive rsity and anti-racism during this one-hour story time. Snacks will be serv ed. All are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002529Z LOCATION:Cadenza Music\, 149 Snelling Ave North\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/brick-by-brick-antiracist-s tory-hour/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North Mississippi Nature Art (FREE) DTSTART:20260912T183000Z DTEND:20260912T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T183346Z UID:4841@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:There is almost always free family fun to be had at North Miss issippi Regional Park. Some programs require registration and have a limit ed amount of space\, others invite visitors to come by on a drop-in basis. If you're not interested in a structured activity\, the Kroening Interpre tive Center has animal and nature materials and self-guided activity ideas . Staff can get you started on your own outdoor exploration\, too. There's a nature playground steps from the door\, a super splashy (and free) wadi ng pool\, and trails to hike or bike that bend close to the river. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T183346Z LOCATION:North Mississippi Regional Park\, 4900 North Mississippi Drive\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55430\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/north-mississippi-nature-ar t-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bring Your Kids! Comedy Variety Show - Minneapolis DTSTART:20260912T200000Z DTEND:20260912T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T002529Z UID:435@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:comedy,family DESCRIPTION:Calling all kids and grown-ups who love to laugh! Bring Your K ids is a hilarious variety show that's perfect for everyone ages 5 and up. Get ready for an evening of circus acts\, improv comedy\, toe-tapping mus ic\, and\, of course\, plenty of silly fun. Kids\, be sure to practice you r best jokes – you might just get to share them on stage! And grown-ups\ , get ready to unleash your inner child and rediscover the joy of laughter . Enjoy a mix of  comedians\, musicians\, and generalized silliness. Best for ages 5+ and their grown up. Tickets: $7-$12\n"Kids - bring a joke to tell! Grown ups - we hope you like jokes." LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002529Z LOCATION:Bryant Lake Bowl\, 810 W Lake Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55408\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/bring-you-kids-bryant-lake- bowl/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MIA Family Day: Sounds of Summer (FREE) DTSTART:20260913T150000Z DTEND:20260913T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T122531Z UID:583@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,food DESCRIPTION:Families\, kids\, and the young at heART\, join Mia on the sec ond Sunday of each month for a special free event. Family Day finds the mu seum filled with hands-on art activities\, storytelling\, artist demonstra tions\, gallery hunts\, self-guided tours and more — all inspired by Mia ’s incredible collection. Hungry? Food trucks are on site during family days. Admission is always free to the museum. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T122531Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mia-family-day-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bakken Grandparents Day DTSTART:20260913T150000Z DTEND:20260913T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T003030Z UID:6628@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Bakken Museum invites grandparents to visit with the grandchil dren for a day of fun activities. All Ages. Included with regular admissio n. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T003030Z LOCATION:Bakken Museum\, 3537 Zenith Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 554 18\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/bakken-grandparents-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Young Family Picnic DTSTART:20260913T153000Z DTEND:20260913T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T181859Z UID:98458-1789295400-1789299000@mary.org CATEGORIES:community,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Kick off a new school year with outdoor hospitality in the pla yground on the freeway/17th Street side of the Basilica school building. J oin other Basilica families with young children for outdoor fun and a ligh t brunch. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T181859Z LOCATION:The Basilica of Saint Mary\, 1600 Hennepin Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 55403\, United States URL:https://mary.org/event/family-picnic/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Basilica of Saint Mary X-SOURCE-URL:https://mary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota Twins Sunday Kids Day DTSTART:20260913T164500Z DTEND:20260913T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260904T000148Z UID:5571@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Back for another season! Minnesota Twins Sunday Kids Days offe r special things for kids to enjoy on Sunday home games (see full schedule ). Target Field turns the lawn inside Gate 34 into "Bullseye Backyard" wit h activities to work their wiggles out. Youth ages 12 and younger can run the bases postgame\, too!\n\nCome hungry 'cause US Bank Kids Meals (hot do g\, chicken tenders or pizza with a side and beverage) are half off and\, new this year\, is FREE ice cream at select concession locations. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T000148Z LOCATION:Target Field\, 1 Twins Way\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United St ates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-twins-sunday-kids -day-at-target-field/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Naturalist Program: Smith Park Eco-Explorers DTSTART:20260913T180000Z DTEND:20260913T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T000437Z UID:6593@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join Bloomington naturalists for a family-friendly afternoon t o learn about the native prairie restoration at Smith Park. Families can m ake seed balls and/or help pick up trash around the park. Drop In. FREE. A ll Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T000437Z LOCATION:Smith Park\, 8155 Park Avenue South\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55420\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/naturalist-program-smith-pa rk-eco-explorers/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Slöjd Studio: Nature Rubbings and Collage DTSTART:20260913T180000Z DTEND:20260913T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T000059Z UID:10008268-1789304400-1789311600@asimn.org CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:Slöjd Studio is a monthly program for older elementary studen ts. Participants explore new tools\, techniques\, and materials that prepa re them for a lifelong love of handcraft. \nInstructor Anna Ruhland will t each young makers how to make rubbings from objects found in nature. Stude nts will then use these rubbings to create a one-of-a-kind collage! \nAddi tional Information: \n\nThis is a drop-off program. Adults may not accompa ny children during this program.\nSuitable for students in grades 3-5.\nTh is class will plan to take place outside. In case of inclement weather\, t he class will be held in Classroom A in the lower level of the Turnblad Ma nsion.\nAdvanced registration required.\nPhoto Credit: ASI LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T000059Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/slojd-studio-nature-rubbings-and-col lage/ X-SOURCE-NAME:American Swedish Institute X-SOURCE-URL:https://asimn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians DTSTART:20260913T181000Z DTEND:20260913T201000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T183237Z UID:10004441-1789305000-1789305000@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Catch the Minnesota Twins as they welcome the Cleveland Guardi ans to Target Field for a key AL Central division matchup on September 13. Bring your family or friends for exciting weekend baseball\, classic ball park favorites\, and the energy of cheering on the home team. \nThis game features Armed Forces Appreciation Day to honor Minnesota service members past\, present\, and future. It is also Sunday Kids Day\, where young fans 12 and under can enjoy free ice cream\, half-price kids’ meals\, and th e opportunity to run the bases postgame. \nTurn your trip to the ballpark into a getaway by staying in Bloomington\, conveniently located just a sho rt drive or light rail ride from Target Field. Receive up to 30% off Minne sota Twins tickets when you book a stay at a participating hotel with our Minnesota Twins Ticket Package. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T183237Z LOCATION:Target Field\, 1 Twins Way\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United St ates URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/minnesota-twins-vs-c leveland-guardians-september-13/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chanhassen Monday Tot Time Open Gym DTSTART:20260914T130000Z DTEND:20260914T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1864@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Tot Time at the Chanhassen Recreation Center is scheduled for drop-in play on most Mondays\, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8-11:30am. The program requires the rec center daily use fee of $4/resident or $4.50/non- resident. No need to register\, just show up and play.\n\nMORE INDOOR TOT TIMES: This is just one of many options for indoor tot times in the Twin Cities. For the complete schedule\, jump over to our listing of INDOOR TO T TIME OPEN GYMS IN THE TWIN CITIES or visit our guide to TWIN CITIES FA MILY ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK.\n\nMore information\n\n We recommend checking Chanhassen Recreation Center’s OPEN GYM SCHEDULE as the summer schedule appears to be a little looser than the school year.\n Family Fun at Chanh assen Recreation Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Chanhassen Recreation Center\, 2310 Coulter Blvd\, Chanhassen\, M N\, 55317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-monday-tot-time- open-gym/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rogers Monday Fieldhouse Tot Times DTSTART:20260914T140000Z DTEND:20260914T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5306@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Families with little ones can enjoy an open play time for tots at the City of Rogers new fieldhouse and indoor playground twice weekly o n Mondays and Wednesdays from 9am-11am. Best for ages 2-5.  Admission: $5 /residents\; $7/non-residents. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:HealthPartners Fieldhouse\, 14160 James Road\, Rogers\, MN\, 5537 4\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/rogers-healthpartners-field house-monday-tot-times/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Millz House Pay to Play DTSTART:20260914T140000Z DTEND:20260914T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5752@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Millz House hawks high quality play equipment\, sport courts a nd flooring\, basketball hoops and more. At their Apple Valley showroom ki ds can enjoy testing the wares during special pay-to-play sessions. When e lements move the play indoors\, they can still let off steam on the climbi ng wall\, slides and swings. Cost is $8 per child.\nMillz House Pay to Pla y schedule\n\n Mon-Tues & Thurs-Fri | 9am-4pm\n Wed | 9am-12pm\n Not op en weekends\n\n[caption id="attachment_25180" align="aligncenter" width="5 92"] Millz House[/caption]\nMore information\n\n Event link: Millz House Pay-to-Play LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Millz House\, 14645 Felton Court #104\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/apple-valley-millz-house-pa y-to-play-monday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Linden Hills Baby Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260914T150000Z DTEND:20260914T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T003130Z UID:2769@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Baby Storytimes offer an opportunity for parents with infants through age 2 to talk\, sing\, read\, write and play with their little one . Specifically designed for babies\, these story times incorporate books\, stories\, rhymes\, music and movement. Choose the best time for your sche dule. Baby Storytime at Linden Hills Library is offered on Monday mornings from 10am-10:30am and again at 11am-11:30am. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T003130Z LOCATION:Linden Hills Library\, 2900 W. 43rd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 5 5410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/linden-hills-baby-storytime / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Down On the Farm DTSTART:20260914T150000Z DTEND:20260914T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T000051Z UID:5626@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Have yourselves some "down on the farm" fun at while a natural ist takes you around Shepard Farm. Need a fall farm animal fix? You'll get to meet some of Shepard Farm's barnyard residents and explore the histori c barn. Must pre-register. Cost is $10 per person\, all ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000051Z LOCATION:Shepard Farm\, 8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN \, 55016\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/shepard-farm-animal-events/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oakdale Library Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260914T150000Z DTEND:20260914T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5658@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Storytime at the Oakdale Library is recommended for preschoole rs aged 2-6 to enjoy with their caregivers. Drop in for reading\, singing and more starting at 10am followed by open playtime in the children's area until 11am. No registration needed. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Oakdale Library\, 1010 Heron Ave North\, Oakdale\, MN\, 55128\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/oakdale-library-storytime-2 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homeschool Days at SEA LIFE at Mall of America DTSTART:20260914T150000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:6645@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:During Homeschool Days\, SEA LIFE at Mall of America will offe r special admission deals for homeschool families to visit the 360 Degree Ocean Tunnel and the Interactive Touchpool. Plus\, get a special Activity Guide to go with your SEA LIFE field trip. September 14th-18th and 21st-2 5th (Monday through Friday only) LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:SEA LIFE at Mall of America\, 120 East Broadway East Side\, Bloom ington\, MN\, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/sea-life-homeschool/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shoreview Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260914T153000Z DTEND:20260914T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T123140Z UID:5796@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:A program best fit for preschoolers ages 2-5 that offers stori es\, songs\, fingerplays and movement to encourage an interest in literacy . Drop in\, no registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T123140Z LOCATION:Shoreview Library\, 4560 Victoria St N\, Shoreview\, MN\, 55126\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/shoreview-library-family-st orytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Storytime with Engineer Paul! DTSTART:20260914T153000Z DTEND:20260914T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1691@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Engineer Paul hosts an educational\, interactive storytime at Choo Choo Bobs including train-tastic stories\, songs and jokes. Recurring every Monday & Friday from 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM. Storytime with Engineer P aul is included with general admission to the indoor play space ($2-$10/pp ):\n\n[caption id="attachment_89360" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Choo Choo Bob's is now in Union Depot[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Choo Choo Bob's Train Store\, Union Depot\, 214 4th Street East\, Unit 120\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/storytime-with-engineer-pau l-monday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilder Monday Play & Learn (FREE) DTSTART:20260914T180000Z DTEND:20260914T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6057@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The Minneapolis ECFE Play and Learn program engages tots and t heir caregivers in activities that develop self-regulation\, curiosity and motor skills through play. This non-separating program is geared toward a ges 0-5. FREE. Drop In.\n\nLanguages: Dari/Pashto/English\n\nFall Wilder C enter Play & Learn: Most Mondays* 1:00-2:30pm\, September 14\, 2026-Januar y 25\, 2027 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Laura Ingalls Wilder School\, 3345 Chicago Avenue South\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wilder-play-learn-monday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Monday Kids Open Play at Ninth Street Soccer (FREE) DTSTART:20260914T190000Z DTEND:20260914T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1744@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_87388" align="alignleft" width="150"] Ninth Street Soccer and Coffee[/caption]\n\nNinth Street Soccer offers Kid s Open Play which includes unstructured and child-initiated activities. Re gistration is required. When signing up list your name as the parent and t hen add each of your children's names as guests. Kids Open Play time has m oved to a "pay what you can" model\; please consider giving a donation onc e you arrive in the coffee shop.\nSummer Open Play dates\n\n Mondays\, We dnesdays\, and Thursdays from 2pm-4pm\n Fridays from 10am-12pm\n Saturda ys\, noon-2pm\n\nMore information\n\n Find a registration link\n Cozy Up and Play at These Kid-Friendly Twin Cities Coffee Shops/Cafes LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Ninth Street Soccer\, 801 SE 9th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 5541 4\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-open-play-at-ninth-str eet-soccer-monday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Roseville Library Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260914T233000Z DTEND:20260915T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:6265@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Best fit for preschoolers ages 2-5\, Roseville Library's Famil y Storytime offers stories\, songs\, fingerplays and movement to encourage an interest in literacy. Drop in\, no registration required\, 6:30-7pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:Roseville Library\, 2180 North Hamline Ave\, Roseville\, MN \, 55 113\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/roseville-library-family-st orytime-monday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilder Drop in Gym Time DTSTART:20260915T143000Z DTEND:20260915T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6056@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Join Minneapolis ECFE on Tuesday mornings for a warm and welco ming space where families of all backgrounds can connect\, share experienc es\, and explore important topics around parenting and child development. In Gym Time\, active hands-on sessions help children build coordination\, confidence and social skills through fun physical activities. FREE. Ages 0 -5 with caregiver.\n\nFall Wilder Center Gym Time: Most Tuesdays* 9:30-11a m\, September 15\, 2026-January 26\, 2027 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Laura Ingalls Wilder School\, 3345 Chicago Avenue South\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wilder-drop-in-gym-time/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Savage Treats 'n Tunes Kids Concert: The Bazillions DTSTART:20260915T220000Z DTEND:20260916T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:5991@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:Free\, sweet summer treats and (extra) family-friendly music c ap off another season of Savage's Treats & Tunes series. Plus\, play yard games from 6-7pm before the concert. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Savage Parks (see link)\, Neighborhoods\, Savage\, MN\, 55372\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/savage-treats-n-tunes-kids- concert/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Savage Treats 'n Tunes: The Bazillions DTSTART:20260915T220000Z DTEND:20260916T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T062949Z UID:2689@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:Sweet summer treats and family-friendly music on the third Tue sday of each month this summer? Yes\, and the ice cream is free! Plus\, pl ay yard games from 6-7pm before the concerts run from 7-8pm (with one extr a kid-friendly exception). Take note of our schedule here\; each concert i s hosted by a different park in Savage. Full series runs May -September.  Admission is always free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T062949Z LOCATION:Savage Parks (see link)\, Neighborhoods\, Savage\, MN\, 55372\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/savage-treats-n-tunes/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Family Fishing Nights (FREE) DTSTART:20260915T223000Z DTEND:20260916T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T063056Z UID:3654@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The whole family is invited to an evening of free fishing in M inneapolis parks - all equipment\, bait and tackle provided plus pro angle rs present to help with fishing techniques and tricks. Show up at your lei sure with the kids and cast your line! All events are free of charge.\n\n2 026 Minneapolis Fall Family Fishing Nights schedule\n\n September 15 Pow derhorn Park | 5:30-7:30pm\n September 17 Lake Nokomis Park | 5:30-7:30pm \n September 26 Lake Nokomis Park | 4-6pm\n September 29 Powderhorn Park | 5:30-7:30pm\n October 3 Theodore Wirth Park | 4-6pm\n\nMore informatio n\n\n Event link: Minneapolis Parks & Rec catalog LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T063056Z LOCATION:Lake Nokomis Park\, 2401 East Minnehaha Parkway\, Minneapolis\, M N\, 55417\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-fall-family-fis hing-nights/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Team Jigsaw Puzzle Contest with Sarah Does Puzzles DTSTART:20260915T230000Z DTEND:20260916T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T182235Z UID:10004179-1789495200-1789506000@9milebrewing.com CATEGORIES:family,gaming DESCRIPTION:See how fast your team can put together a 500 piece puzzle. Th ere will be prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuild a team of up to 4 people and se e how quickly you can complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishing teams. There will also be door prizes. All teams get to keep their competition puzzle. This is a family friendly event! \nHOW D OES IT WORK: \nEach team will receive the same puzzle concealed in a bag. No one will see the puzzle before the timer starts. After a countdown\, te ams will open their boxes and start puzzling. A competition judge will mon itor teams and record finishing times. Once you have completed your puzzle \, you may leave\, or stay and work on another puzzle and enjoy a drink or two! \nRULES: \n\nYou may eat and drink while competing\nYou may use box top holders and sorting trays\nYou are allowed to bring extra lighting as long as it does not need to be plugged in to an outlet and does not interf ere with the lighting for other competitors. These are great lights to use : https://amzn.to/3IAWd7S\nYou are not allowed to distract or interfere wi th other teams\n\nDETAILS: \n6-7pm: Optional casual puzzling happy hour. G rab a drink and warm up for the main event! Practice puzzles will be provi ded. \n7-9pm: Speed puzzling contest starts – It’s your time to shine! \nTables are normal height and each team gets their own table \n$40 per t eam \nGet your tickets here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T182235Z URL:https://9milebrewing.com/event/team-jigsaw-puzzle-contest-with-sarah-d oes-puzzles-7/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Nine Mile Brewing X-SOURCE-URL:https://9milebrewing.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Country Sun Farms Fall Fun - Opening Day DTSTART:20260916T140000Z DTEND:20260917T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T003030Z UID:3705@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:At Country Sun Farm your kids can delight in a giant corn pit outfitted with buckets\, slides and toys\, a bounce house\,  Silly String Zone\, make your way through the corn maze\, enjoy the fall scenery on a hay ride\, and pan for gems. Plus\, grab your pumpkins for Halloween. FREE . Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T003030Z LOCATION:Country Sun Farm\, 11211 N 60th St\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55042\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/country-sun-farm-opens/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gleason's Preschool Open Gym DTSTART:20260916T143000Z DTEND:20260916T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:2168@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Your kids will absolutely flip for this weekly event for presc hoolers! Just imagine them working their wiggles out bouncing on trampolin es\, scooting through obstacle courses\, tumbling into the soft pit\, bala ncing on beams\, swinging on bars and in general having at the gym equipme nt. There's even an organized activity time with stretching and games lead by a Gleason's coach. Parents will need to stay throughout open gym to su pervise their little tumblers (ages 0-6\, please)\, but there is also typi cally a coach on hand to provide extra support. Make sure to register in a dvance online for a discount - see link.\n\nGOT BIG KIDS? Gleason's offers a Youth Open Gym for ages 7-18 on Friday nights from 6-8pm. $15/advance\, $20/door.\nGleason's Preschool Open Gym schedule & admission\n\n Wednesd ays & Fridays during the school year\, 9:30-11:30am.\n \nPre-register: $1 0 ($15/family) or $ 13 ($20/family) at the door\n\n\nMore information\n\n Registration link: Gleason's Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym (Eagan)\n Fin d a class near you: Twin Cities Gymnastic Classes for Kids LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Gleason's Gymnastic School\, 2015 Silver Bell Rd #180\, Eagan\, M N\, 55122\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gleasons-preschool-open-gym -wednesday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hastings Storytime in the Park (FREE) DTSTART:20260916T150000Z DTEND:20260916T154500Z DTSTAMP:20260820T063056Z UID:2723@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Pleasant Hill Library will bring stories\, games & crafts\, so ngs and snacks to Levee Park one Wednesday of each month. The program is b est for kids ages 7 and under. See full schedule at the link. LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T063056Z LOCATION:Levee Park\, 20 Ramsey Street\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United St ates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/hastings-storytime-in-the-p ark/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tots & Trains DTSTART:20260916T150000Z DTEND:20260916T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1724@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun way to spend a Wednesday morning with your p reschooler? Join the Minnesota Transportation Museum at Jackson Street Rou ndhouse for Tots & Trains! This program is held most first and third Wedne sdays of the month\, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Your ticket to Tots & Trains also includes general admission to the museum. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online.\n\n[caption id="attachment_82991" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Jackson Street Roundhouse[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Jackson Street Roundhouse\, 193 Pennsylvania Ave E\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 55130\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/tots-trains-at-jackson-stre et-roundhouse/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mounds View Library Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260916T153000Z DTEND:20260916T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260813T062947Z UID:6263@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Mounds View branch library's Family Storytime series is best f it for preschoolers ages 2-5. They offer stories\, songs\, fingerplays and movement to encourage an interest in literacy. Occasionally\, special gue sts show up! Drop in\, no registration required\, 10:30-11am. LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T062947Z LOCATION:Mounds View Library\, 2576 Mounds View Boulevard\, Mounds View\, MN\, 55112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mounds-view-library-family- storytime-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North St Paul Library Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260916T153000Z DTEND:20260916T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260813T062947Z UID:6264@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:A program best fit for preschoolers ages 2-5 that offers stori es\, songs\, fingerplays and movement to encourage an interest in literacy . Drop in\, no registration required\, 10:30-11:15am. LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T062947Z LOCATION:North St Paul Library\, 2300 N St Paul Dr\, North St Paul\, MN\, 55109\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/north-st-paul-library-famil y-storytime-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Loose Parts Tinker Time (FREE) DTSTART:20260916T183000Z DTEND:20260916T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6059@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Loose Parts Tinker Time is Minneapolis ECFE's latest free\, dr op-in program for tots and their caregivers. Children will be provided ope n-ended materials for child-led creative play. Play time may be indoors ou r outside. This non-separating program is geared toward ages 0-5. FREE. Dr op In.\n\nFall Wilder Center Loos Parts: Most Wednesdays* 1:30-3pm\, Septe mber 16\, 2026-January 27\, 2027 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Laura Ingalls Wilder School\, 3345 Chicago Avenue South\, Minneap olis\, MN\, 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/loose-parts-tinker-time/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:IKEA Leka's Kids Club (FREE) DTSTART:20260916T214500Z DTEND:20260917T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T000148Z UID:3875@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:IKEA's Leka's Kids Club is a free monthly craft event for thos e with an IKEA Family membership. Enrollment is free and allows kids to pa rticipate in these and other kid-friendly store events. At your child's fi rst LEKA event they'll receive a passport to stamp each time they attend a session - redeemable for a prize after six visits. BONUS: these craft eve nts take place on Wednesdays\, when IKEA Family kids ages 12 & under get t wo free meals in the cafe with purchase of an adult entree. No additional registration required for Leka's Kids Club. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T000148Z LOCATION:IKEA Twin Cities\, 8000 Ikea Way\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ikea-lekas-kids-club-crafts / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oakdale Library Drop-In Play Date (FREE) DTSTART:20260917T150000Z DTEND:20260917T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:6030@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Best for kids up to age 5 with caregivers\, drop into the Oakd ale Library for a weekly play date to meet other families and play togethe r with provided materials. No need to register. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Oakdale Library\, 1010 Heron Ave North\, Oakdale\, MN\, 55128\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/oakdale-library-drop-in-pla y-date-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New Brighton Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260917T153000Z DTEND:20260917T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T183039Z UID:5797@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:A program best fit for preschoolers ages 2-5 that offers stori es\, songs\, fingerplays and movement to encourage an interest in literacy . Drop in\, no registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T183039Z LOCATION:New Brighton Library\, 400 10th Street NW\, New Brighton\, MN\, 5 5112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/new-brighton-library-family -storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness in Youth & Adolescents DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T002011Z UID:10002796-1789668000-1789673400@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:This class is for parents and caregivers of youth to learn abo ut warning signs of mental illnesses in children\, the impact of mental Il lnesses and trauma on children and youth\, and strategies to support them. \nDate: Thursday\, September 17\, 2026\nTime: 6:00-7:30 PM\nZoom Registra tion Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/r72DxA17RAyadoVbnbnwoA LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T002011Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/early-warning-signs-of-mental-illness-in-yout h-adolescents-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Excelsior Apple Days DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3345@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,dance,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:At Excelsior's Apple Days fall festival\, kids can get creativ e in the Kids Art Tent. All ages will enjoy listening to local music and s ampling regional food vendors. Tots will especially love the Happy Apple K ids Corner and parents may like the artisan vendors and street dance. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Excelsior Apple Days Grounds\, 37 Water Street\, Minnetrista\, MN \, 55331\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/excelsior-apple-days/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bayport Derby Days DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260902T060232Z UID:3343@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,festival DESCRIPTION:Activities at Bayport's fall festival include the Duck Derby\, community kickball\, kid-friendly activities\, bonfire and ice cream soci al\, fireworks over the St. Croix River. Families can watch a pet parade o r dress up their pet and register to take part. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T060232Z LOCATION:Bayport Derby Days Events (locations at link)\, Various Locations \, Bayport\, MN\, 55003\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/bayport-derby-days/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chanhassen Bone Adventure (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T110000Z DTEND:20261003T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T051123Z UID:3738@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Take your dog out for a hike and search for ten painted bone s igns along Chanhassen’s 66 miles of trails. Take a photo of pup with the bones and show them to Chuck & Don’s Chanhassen to receive a free dog t reat. You'll also be entered into a grand prize drawing. No fee to or purc hase to participate. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T051123Z LOCATION:Chuck & Don's Chanhassen\, 7818 Market Boulevard\, Chanhassen\, M N\, 55317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-bone-adventure/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids at the Castle: Nature Explorers DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T183208Z UID:4718@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:American Swedish Institute's Kids at the Castle program is a p reschool playdate with activities\, crafts\, music\, storytelling and more wrapped up in an action-packed morning. Each month offers a new theme ins pired by the season. The fee includes both the program and admission to th e Turnblad Mansion\, a real "castle" right in Minneapolis! Your kids will love exploring the nooks and crannies of the estate\, plus tinkering aroun d in the children's gallery. Register your space as soon as you can plan\; the program sells out. Cost is $20 per family.\n\n[adthrive-in-post-video -player video-id="ZL3NCFyt" upload-date="2025-05-01T00:46:13+00:00" name=" American Swedish Institute" description="American Swedish Institute is a f amily-friendly museum located in a historic\, castle-like estate. There is a children's gallery to explore inside!" player-type="default" override-e mbed="default"]\nSummer 2026 Kids at the Castle programs\n\n September 18 Nature Explorers\n October 16 It's Fall\n\nMore information\n\n \n\n R egistration link: Kids at the Castle\n Learn more: American Swedish Insti tute\, Minneapolis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSpark curiosity with engaging Twin Cities museums\, Add some of these 65 Twin Cities museums to your family 's to-do list! LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T183208Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\ , 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-at-the-castle-friday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gleason's Preschool Open Gym DTSTART:20260918T143000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:2169@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Your kids will absolutely flip for this weekly event for presc hoolers! Just imagine them working their wiggles out bouncing on trampolin es\, scooting through obstacle courses\, tumbling into the soft pit\, bala ncing on beams\, swinging on bars and in general having at the gym equipme nt. There's even an organized activity time with stretching and games lead by a Gleason's coach. Parents will need to stay throughout open gym to su pervise their little tumblers (ages 0-6\, please)\, but there is also typi cally a coach on hand to provide extra support. Make sure to register in a dvance online for a discount - see link.\n\nGOT BIG KIDS? Gleason's offers a Youth Open Gym for ages 7-18 on Friday nights from 6-8pm. $15/advance\, $20/door.\nGleason's Preschool Open Gym schedule & admission\n\n Wednesd ays & Fridays during the school year\, 9:30-11:30am.\n \nPre-register: $1 0 ($15/family) or $ 13 ($20/family) at the door\n\n\nMore information\n\n Registration link: Gleason's Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym (Eagan)\n Fin d a class near you: Twin Cities Gymnastic Classes for Kids LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Gleason's Gymnastic School\, 2015 Silver Bell Rd #180\, Eagan\, M N\, 55122\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gleasons-preschool-open-gym -friday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carpenter Preschool Storytime: Orchard Fun (FREE) DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T122724Z UID:2045@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Preschool Storytime is presented monthly at Carpenter-St Croix Valley Nature Center and features new nature themes and activities. These are designed for kids ages 2-5 w/ a caregiver. If you can't make storytim e\, the nature center is always free to visit\, whether checking out the i ndoor displays or exploring the topography of the valley along the river. Cost is $5 per child\, must register ahead - see link.\n\n[caption id="att achment_99289" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Carpenter's Preschool Stor ytime includes outdoor time. Dress for the weather.[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T122724Z LOCATION:Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center\, 12805 St. Croix Trail\ , Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/carpenter-preschool-storyti me/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Maplewood Fireworks - September Friday Light it Up Event DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T002529Z UID:2750@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Formerly\, Maplewood's 4th of July event\, September Friday Fi reworks takes advantage of the earlier dusk to allow families to enjoy fir eworks and still get kids home to bed at a decent time. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002529Z LOCATION:Hazelwood Park\, 1663 County Rd C East\, Maplewood\, MN\, 55109\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/september-friday-fireworks- light-it-up-event/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chanhassen Barnyard Boogie DTSTART:20260918T223000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T123044Z UID:6678@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:dance,family DESCRIPTION:Get down while on the farm with a full petting zoo of animals plus crafts\, treats\, a bounce house and dancing specially aimed at your preschoolers (think the Chicken Dance and then some). Must register ahead. Cost is $7 per person.\nMore information\n\n Event registration: Chanhas sen events LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T123044Z LOCATION:Chanhassen Recreation Center\, 2310 Coulter Blvd\, Chanhassen\, M N\, 55317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-barnyard-boogie/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gleason's Youth Open Gym DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:5352@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Gleason's offers an Open Gym time for kids ages 7-18 on Friday nights from 7-9pm. $15/advance\, $20/door. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Gleason's Gymnastic School\, 2015 Silver Bell Rd #180\, Eagan\, M N\, 55122\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gleasons-youth-open-gym/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Smash Boom Best LIVE! DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260729T213721Z UID:parkway:2026-09-19:smash-boom-best-live@bestofmpls.com CATEGORIES:comedy,family DESCRIPTION:Join us for this interactive and uproarious family-friendly ev ent! Smash Boom Best is a debate show for kids and families produced by Br ains On Universe.\n\nhttps://theparkwaytheater.com/all-events/smash-boom-b est-26 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213721Z LOCATION:The Parkway Theater\, Standish\, Minneapolis URL:https://theparkwaytheater.com/all-events/smash-boom-best-26 X-SOURCE-NAME:Best of MPLS — Twin Cities Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://bestofmpls.com/now-showing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Corn Maze DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20260903T000258Z UID:2871@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's Corn Maze will o pen for the fall season. This includes the 15-acre\, multi-phase corn maze themed "Country's Cool Again" and mini mazes such as the "no left turn" m aze\, straw bale maze\, rope maze and more yard games. There's even an a B arnyard Apple Blaster! Activities for all ages. Corn maze admission of $10 -$12/person does not include orchard general admission - see link for deta ils. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000258Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-corn-maze-openi ng-date-opening/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waconia Nickle Dickle Day DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260808T120353Z UID:3339@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,music DESCRIPTION:Waconia's Nickle Dickle Day features a Kid Zone with duck race s\, fun runs\, live music and an arts and crafts sale. LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T120353Z LOCATION:City Square Park\, 51 Pine Street\, Waconia\, MN \, 55387\, Unite d States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/waconia-nickle-dickle-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bloomington Street Arts Festival 2026 DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T060057Z UID:10004407-1789804800-1789837200@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:arts,drink,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Bloomington Street Arts Festival 2026 \nCelebrate creativity\, community\, and local culture at the Bloomington Street Arts Festival on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\, at Nine Mile Brewing in Bloomington\, Min nesota. \nThis free\, family-friendly festival transforms the brewery and surrounding grounds into a vibrant arts destination featuring more than 40 local artists and makers\, live music\, interactive art experiences\, foo d\, craft beverages\, and creative activities for all ages. \nThroughout t he day\, visitors can browse original artwork\, watch live painters in act ion\, enjoy community storytelling\, experience an interactive fashion art activation\, participate in hands-on projects aboard the Hot Art Bus\, an d explore dedicated youth art booth with 8 youth vendors. \nAdding to the celebration\, Nine Mile Brewing will be hosting its Oktoberfest festivitie s throughout the day\, featuring specialty beers and Oktoberfest-themed ac tivities alongside the festival\, making it the perfect destination for ar t lovers and craft beer enthusiasts alike. \nAdmission is free\, and every one is welcome to create\, connect\, shop local\, and enjoy a full day of art\, music\, food\, and community. \nFollow the Bloomington Street Arts F estival on Facebook for event updates\, featured artists\, entertainment a nnouncements\, and festival news leading up to the event. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T060057Z LOCATION:9555 James Ave S Suite 290\, Bloomington\, MN 55431\, USA\, 9555 James Ave S Suite 290\, Bloomington\, MN 55431\, USA\, Bloomington\, 55431 URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/bloomington-street-a rts-festival-2026/2026-09-19/1/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TCMRM Model Railroad Show and Hobby Sale DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:5950@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Twin City Model Railroad Museum hosts a Model Railroad Show an d Hobby Sale at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds twice a year. Check out op erating model trains\, enjoy a story time with Engineer Paul (10am & 12:30 pm) and shop new and used model trains. Food Trucks on site.  All Ages. D rop In. $7/pp ages 8+. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fairgrounds\, 1265 Snelling Avenue North\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/tcmrm-model-railroad-show-a nd-hobby-sale/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Baby Time at the CAT (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:5965@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Baby Time at the CAT is a free opportunity to introduce non-wa lking infants to art. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Cafesjian Art Trust\, 4600 Churchill St\, Shoreview\, MN\, 55126\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/baby-time-at-the-cat-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Country Sun Farms Saturday Fall Fun DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T003030Z UID:6625@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:At Country Sun Farm your kids can delight in a giant corn pit outfitted with buckets\, slides and toys\, a bounce house\,  Silly String Zone\, make your way through the corn maze\, enjoy the fall scenery on a hay ride\, and pan for gems. Plus\, grab your pumpkins for Halloween. FREE . Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T003030Z LOCATION:Country Sun Farm\, 11211 N 60th St\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55042\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/country-sun-farms-saturday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Santa in September DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T063011Z UID:3821@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Avoid the crowds and visit Santa in September during this spec ial one-day  holiday wonderland in support of Joy Collaborative. Pre-regi stration required. All ages are welcome. Tickets: $10/participant.\nFamily fun includes\n\n Photos with Santa—without long lines or crowds\n A B uild-A-Bear station for kids to create their own cuddly friend\n  The Le go Lounge for hands-on creativity\n Quiet Post - a peaceful place to drop off Santa letters\n Play games and participate in activities for all age s and abilities\n Mini donuts\, cookies and treats LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T063011Z LOCATION:General Pattern Co. Inc\, 3075 84th Lane Northeast\, Blaine\, MN\ , 55449\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/santa-in-september/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Buffalo Great Outdoor Fair (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:3060@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:This weekend\, the city of Buffalo is all about encouraging yo ur family to get outside and try some new activities\, hear presentations from environmental educators\, shop vendors and artisans and learn about l ocal parks programming. Admission and activities are free.\nFamily fun at Buffalo Great Outdoor Fair\n\n Voyageur canoes\n Archery range\n Kid Zo ne\n Scavenger hunt\n  Crafts\n Library storywalk\n Demos from organi zations such as the Raptor Center\n\nMore information\n\n The Great Outdo or Fair LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Sturges Park\, 505 2nd Ave S\, Buffalo\, MN \, 55313\, United Sta tes URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/buffalo-great-outdoor-fair/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Move & Groove (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T143000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260813T062947Z UID:6480@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:dance,family DESCRIPTION:We're tracking free\, child and family-friendly Farmington Lib rary events here and on our Family Fun Calendar. See what's coming up:\n20 26 Upcoming Farmington Library kids events\n\n September 19 Move & Groove - Kids ages 2-8 can dance\, sing and play at the library. 9:30-10am.\n O ctober 10 Move & Groove\n November 21 Move & Groove\n December 12 Move & Groove\n\nMore information\n\n Event link: Farmington Library youth even ts LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T062947Z LOCATION:Evergreen Knoll Park\, 626 Heritage Way\, Farmington\, MN\, 55024 \, URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/farmington-library-events/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Works She Engineers DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T051123Z UID:3695@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Celebrate women in engineering at this annual family event at The Works. Meet role models and participate in hands on activities. Everyo ne is welcome.\n\n[caption id="attachment_28747" align="aligncenter" width ="600"] She Engineers[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T051123Z LOCATION:The Works Museum\, 9740 Grand Ave South\, Bloomington\, MN\, 5540 2\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/she-engineers/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bloomington Street Arts Festival 2026 DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T060057Z UID:10004408-1789812000-1789840800@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:arts,drink,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Bloomington Street Arts Festival 2026 \nCelebrate creativity\, community\, and local culture at the Bloomington Street Arts Festival on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\, at Nine Mile Brewing in Bloomington\, Min nesota. \nThis free\, family-friendly festival transforms the brewery and surrounding grounds into a vibrant arts destination featuring more than 40 local artists and makers\, live music\, interactive art experiences\, foo d\, craft beverages\, and creative activities for all ages. \nThroughout t he day\, visitors can browse original artwork\, watch live painters in act ion\, enjoy community storytelling\, experience an interactive fashion art activation\, participate in hands-on projects aboard the Hot Art Bus\, an d explore dedicated youth art booth with 8 youth vendors. \nAdding to the celebration\, Nine Mile Brewing will be hosting its Oktoberfest festivitie s throughout the day\, featuring specialty beers and Oktoberfest-themed ac tivities alongside the festival\, making it the perfect destination for ar t lovers and craft beer enthusiasts alike. \nAdmission is free\, and every one is welcome to create\, connect\, shop local\, and enjoy a full day of art\, music\, food\, and community. \nFollow the Bloomington Street Arts F estival on Facebook for event updates\, featured artists\, entertainment a nnouncements\, and festival news leading up to the event. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T060057Z LOCATION:9555 James Ave S Suite 290\, Bloomington\, MN 55431\, USA\, 9555 James Ave S Suite 290\, Bloomington\, MN 55431\, USA\, Bloomington\, 55431 URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/bloomington-street-a rts-festival-2026/2026-09-19/2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joyer Adventure Farm Fall Fun DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:3670@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. A visit to the barnyard to meet the animals is included with admission to the Joyer Adventure Farm. Plan to spend approximately an hour exploring t he barnyard when you visit and consider a few quarters for the feed dispen sers. The barnyard contains a wide range of farm animals including sheep\, chickens\, donkeys\, alpaca\, horses\, peacocks\, pygmy goats\, pigs and other poultry to interact with.\n\n[caption id="attachment_35405" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Waldoch Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, 8174 Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, MN \, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-fall-f un/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Corn Maze Opens DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064344Z UID:6722@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's Corn Maze will o pen for the fall season. This includes the 15-acre\, multi-phase corn maze themed "Country's Cool Again" and mini mazes such as the "no left turn" m aze\, straw bale maze\, rope maze and more yard games. There's even an a B arnyard Apple Blaster! Activities for all ages. Corn maze of $10-$12/perso n admission does not include orchard general admission - see link for deta ils. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064344Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-corn-maze-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Girls in Aviation Day DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000237Z UID:3483@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Girls in Aviation Day is a fun\, hands-on event designed to in spire the next generation of aviation enthusiasts. While the name highligh ts “girls\,” the event is open to all young people and their families who are curious about aviation. Attendees will enjoy aircraft displays\, i nteractive learning stations\, food trucks\, and the chance to meet pilots and aviation professionals from many different career paths. Best for age s 8-17. $5/vehicle. Pre-Registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000237Z LOCATION:Flying Cloud Airport\, 13801 Pioneer Trail\, Eden Prairie\, mn\, 55347\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/girls-in-aviation-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crystal Vehicle Fair (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000237Z UID:3357@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to see and explore a wide variety of trac tors\, trucks and cars on display during the annual Crystal Vehicle Fair. Bring your camera and a non-perishable food donation. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000237Z LOCATION:Crystal Community Center & Crystal Cove Aquatic Center\, 4800 Dou glas Drive N\, Crystal\, MN \, 55429\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/crystal-vehicle-fair/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art on the Edge DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T060557Z UID:28864-1789812000-1789837200@www.mynortheaster.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,music DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a full day of art\, creativity\, and soulful connection at the 5th Annual Art on the Edge Festival\, at Father Hennepin Bluff Park \, 420 Main St.\, Saturday\, Sept. 19\, 10 am–5 pm. Artisans\, makers\, holistic healers and readers\, live music\, family-friendly. Free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T060557Z LOCATION:420 Main St. SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States URL:https://www.mynortheaster.com/event/art-on-the-edge/ X-SOURCE-NAME:MyNortheaster.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mynortheaster.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:German Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T153000Z DTEND:20260919T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260816T183346Z UID:5177@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:This FREE storytime in German is offered monthly for bilingual families. Bring the little ones to participate in an interactive German s torytime\, enjoy cake and coffee and socialize with other families who spe ak both English and German. Like any storytime\, expect children's books\, music\, and language building activities. FREE\, but pre-registration is required. See the link below. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T183346Z LOCATION:Germanic-American Institute\, 301 Summit Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 55102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/german-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Maplewood Lakeshore Learning: Summer Fun Factory (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:1960@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Twin Cities Lakeshore Learning stores often host free\, open-h ouse style events for kids (around preschool age to early grade school) to drop in\, experiment with educational products and engage in hands-on act ivities.\n\nThere are two locations in the Metro: Maplewood and St Louis P ark\; the activities are the same at both stores. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Lakeshore Learning Maplewood\, 1721 Beam Ave A\, Maplewood\, MN\, 55109\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lakeshore-learning-free-eve nt-maplewood/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SLP Lakeshore Learning: Summer Fun Factory (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:1961@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Twin Cities Lakeshore Learning stores often host free\, open-h ouse style events for kids (around preschool age to early grade school) to drop in\, experiment with educational products and engage in hands-on act ivities.\n\nThere are two locations in the Metro: Maplewood and St Louis P ark\; the activities are the same at both stores. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Lakeshore Learning St. Louis Park\, 5699 W 16th St\, St Louis Par k\, MN\, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/lakeshore-learning-free-eve nt-st-louis-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Helena Ku Rhee Author Talk: A Reading & Conversation with the 2026 McKnight Judge in Children's Literature DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000934Z UID:loft:2026-09-19:helena-ku-rhee-author-talk-a-reading-and-conversation- with-the-2026-mcknight-jud@bestofmpls.com CATEGORIES:family,literary DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a public reading by the 2026 McKnight Judge in Children's Literature\, acclaimed writer of stories for kids and the y oung at heart\, Helena Ku Rhee. Rhee will be joined in conversation with P artnerships\n\nhttps://loft.org/events/helena-ku-rhee-author-talk-reading- conversation-2026-mcknight-judge-childrens-literature LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000934Z LOCATION:The Loft Literary Center\, Mill District\, Minneapolis URL:https://loft.org/events/helena-ku-rhee-author-talk-reading-conversatio n-2026-mcknight-judge-childrens-literature X-SOURCE-NAME:Best of MPLS — Twin Cities Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://bestofmpls.com/now-showing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North Mississippi Drop-In Nature: Water On the Move (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062854Z UID:6070@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:There is almost always free family fun to be had at North Miss issippi Regional Park. Some programs require registration and have a limit ed amount of space\, others invite visitors to come by on a drop-in basis. If you're not interested in a structured activity\, the Kroening Interpre tive Center has animal and nature materials and self-guided activity ideas . Staff can get you started on your own outdoor exploration\, too. There's a nature playground steps from the door\, a super splashy (and free) wadi ng pool\, and trails to hike or bike that bend close to the river.\n\nThis page keeps track of FREE family programming at North Mississippi Regional Park. Remember\, you'll often (but not always) need to register ahead as space is limited and usually books up. Note: MPRB offers waiting lists on FULL programs. Jump on the waiting list or browse ahead to register for fu ture events.\n2026 Upcoming Drop-In Nature programs\nThese programs design ed for families are free\, but registration is required as spots are limit ed. For a full description\, please refer to the Minneapolis Park & Rec ca talog. Programs run 11am-3pm.\n\n  September 19 Water On the Move\n D ecember 19 Nocturnal Neighbors\n\nMore information\n\n Registration link: Minneapolis Parks activities catalog\n Learn more: Carl Kroening Interpr etive Center\, Minneapolis\n Our Favorite Kid-Friendly Trails in the Twin Cities for Family Hikes (1 mile or less) LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062854Z LOCATION:North Mississippi Regional Park\, 4900 North Mississippi Drive\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55430\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/north-mississippi-drop-in-n ature/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MIA Art in the Park (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064344Z UID:3545@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Drop in to the park for free art activities for all ages. Cele brate the warm weather and try various art projects provided by the Minnea polis Institute of Art.\n\n[caption id="attachment_99296" align="aligncent er" width="600"] Art making with Xo Magnificent at Water Works Park[/capti on] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064344Z LOCATION:Van Cleve Park\, 901 15th Avenue Southeast\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 55414\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mia-art-in-the-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Trucksploration: Big Rig Vehicle Fair (FREE) DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T123140Z UID:3739@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join Lake Harriet Upper school for this drop-in touch-a-truck event. Kids can climb on\, learn about and explore big trucks and vehicles -- including a fire engine\, snowplow\, rescue boat and helicopter.  Mee t police horses\, bomb squad robots and personnel who work to keep us safe . Event is free\, donations are appreciated. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T123140Z LOCATION:Lake Harriet Upper Elementary\, 4912 Vincent Ave S\, Minneapolis\ , MN\, 55410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/trucksploration-big-rig-veh icle-fair/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids Are Artists Too! Free Art Class DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062854Z UID:2082@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_39084" align="alignleft" width="150"] Visual Arts[/caption]\n\nHallberg Center for Creative Arts is currently ho sting a free storytime and art class for all ages on one of the last Satur days of the month - plus several pop-up special events\, so you'll want to check our listings below. Kids will listen to an art-focused story and wo rk on a coordinating project. Cost is free\, but please register ahead for your half hour time slot - see link. LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062854Z LOCATION:Hallberg Center for Creative Arts\, 5521 E Viking Blvd\, Wyoming\ , MN \, 55092\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-are-artists-too-free-a rt-class-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:White Bear Township Day DTSTART:20260919T190000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T123140Z UID:3453@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Family-friendly activities include inflatables\, pony rides\, face painting\, a visit from Tamarack Nature Center\, a touch-a-truck\, mu sic\, vendors\, car show\, a kids' market and fireworks to end the night a t 8pm. Event is free and all ages are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T123140Z LOCATION:Polar Lakes Park\, 1280 Hammond Road\, White Bear Township\, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/white-bear-township-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260831T180943Z UID:hennepinarts:2026-09-20:jim-hensons-fraggle-rock-back-to-the-rock-live @bestofmpls.com CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:Family\n\nhttps://hennepinarts.org/events/jim-hensons-fraggle- rock-back-to-the-rock-live-2026 LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T180943Z LOCATION:State Theatre\, Downtown Minneapolis URL:https://hennepinarts.org/events/jim-hensons-fraggle-rock-back-to-the-r ock-live-2026 X-SOURCE-NAME:Best of MPLS — Twin Cities Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://bestofmpls.com/now-showing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Country Sun Farms Sunday Fall Fun DTSTART:20260920T140000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T003030Z UID:6626@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:At Country Sun Farm your kids can delight in a giant corn pit outfitted with buckets\, slides and toys\, a bounce house\,  Silly String Zone\, make your way through the corn maze\, enjoy the fall scenery on a hay ride\, and pan for gems. Plus\, grab your pumpkins for Halloween. FREE . Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T003030Z LOCATION:Country Sun Farm\, 11211 N 60th St\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55042\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/country-sun-farms-sunday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Twin Cities Veg Fest DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:2982@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Come hungry and sample the offerings of vendors at Twin Cities Veg Fest\, the Midwest's biggest plant-based festival. There is a family fun area with a bouncy house and outdoor games for kids\, performances by local marching bands\, free Zumba & yoga classes\, and food demos\, includ ing quick and easy school lunch ideas. FREE. Open to All. Drop In. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Harriet Island Regional Park\, 49 Harriet Island Road\, Saint Pau l\, MN\, 55107\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/twin-cities-veg-fest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Save the Date: Twin Cities Veg Fest DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T182726Z UID:990000106-1789898400-1789920000@caa.mn CATEGORIES:family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars\, and join over 5\,500 other people to cel ebrate compassionate living! With around 100 vendors from near and far\, t his 100% plant-based\, family-friendly festival offers great food\, music\ , games\, connection\, and advocacy. All products sold at the festival are vegan (not tested on animals\, and containing no animal products).  \nIn terested in vending your products/services or volunteering day-of? Check t cvegfest.com for the signup (coming soon). \nStay in the loop by following @tcvegfest on Instagram and Facebook\, and @exploreveg on TikTok.  \nSee you at the festival! \nTwin Cities Veg Fest is organized by Compassionate Action for Animals. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T182726Z LOCATION:Harriet Island Park\, 151 W Water Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55107\ , United States URL:https://caa.mn/event/save-the-date-twin-cities-veg-fest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Compassionate Action for Animals X-SOURCE-URL:https://caa.mn/volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joyer Adventure Farm Fall Fun DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:6707@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. A visit to the barnyard to meet the animals is included with admission to the Joyer Adventure Farm. Plan to spend approximately an hour exploring t he barnyard when you visit and consider a few quarters for the feed dispen sers. The barnyard contains a wide range of farm animals including sheep\, chickens\, donkeys\, alpaca\, horses\, peacocks\, pygmy goats\, pigs and other poultry to interact with.\n\n[caption id="attachment_35405" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Waldoch Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, 8174 Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, MN \, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-fall-f un-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Corn Maze DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260921T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064344Z UID:6723@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's Corn Maze will o pen for the fall season. This includes the 15-acre\, multi-phase corn maze themed "Country's Cool Again" and mini mazes such as the "no left turn" m aze\, straw bale maze\, rope maze and more yard games. There's even an a B arnyard Apple Blaster! Activities for all ages. Corn maze of $10-$12/perso n admission does not include orchard general admission - see link for deta ils. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064344Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-corn-maze-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE DTSTART:20260920T200000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6259@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:"The magic is always there\, as long as we keep looking for it ." Enjoy new and classic Fraggle Rock songs\, as the Fraggles set off on a journey to explore new caves within Fraggle Rock\, discover magic that th ey never knew existed\, and learn to work together. Ages 4+. Tickets: $45. 15+ LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:State Theater\, 805 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fraggle-rock-back-to-the-ro ck-live/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joyer Adventure Farm Fall Fun DTSTART:20260921T150000Z DTEND:20260921T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:6708@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. A visit to the barnyard to meet the animals is included with admission to the Joyer Adventure Farm. Plan to spend approximately an hour exploring t he barnyard when you visit and consider a few quarters for the feed dispen sers. The barnyard contains a wide range of farm animals including sheep\, chickens\, donkeys\, alpaca\, horses\, peacocks\, pygmy goats\, pigs and other poultry to interact with.\n\n[caption id="attachment_35405" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Waldoch Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, 8174 Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, MN \, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-fall-f un-mon/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:My Child & Me: Eco Art - Cyanotype & Plants DTSTART:20260921T223000Z DTEND:20260922T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T123028Z UID:1817@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Silverwood Park invites families with school-age children to e xplore the natural world and what is happening outdoors in this recurring nature program. Each program guides families through a different theme whi le creating art together. Ages 7-12 with adult. $8/person. Reservations ar e required by two days prior online or by phone - 763-559-6700.\n2026 Summ er upcoming programs\n\n September 21 Cyanotype & Plants | 5:30-7pm\n\nMo re information\n\n Registration link: Silverwood Park event calendar\n F amily fun: Silverwood Park - Indoors & Outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T123028Z LOCATION:Silverwood Park\, 2500 County Road E\, St. Anthony\, MN\, 55421\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/silverwood-eco-art/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joyer Adventure Farm Fall Fun DTSTART:20260923T150000Z DTEND:20260923T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:6709@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. A visit to the barnyard to meet the animals is included with admission to the Joyer Adventure Farm. Plan to spend approximately an hour exploring t he barnyard when you visit and consider a few quarters for the feed dispen sers. The barnyard contains a wide range of farm animals including sheep\, chickens\, donkeys\, alpaca\, horses\, peacocks\, pygmy goats\, pigs and other poultry to interact with.\n\n[caption id="attachment_35405" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Waldoch Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, 8174 Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, MN \, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-fall-f un-wed/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shoreview Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260923T230000Z DTEND:20260923T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T183319Z UID:6024@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:A program best fit for preschoolers ages 2-5 that offers stori es\, songs\, fingerplays and movement to encourage an interest in literacy . Drop in\, no registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T183319Z LOCATION:Shoreview Library\, 4560 Victoria St N\, Shoreview\, MN\, 55126\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/shoreview-family-storytime- wed/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Dinner w. Doug & Sarah DTSTART:20260923T230000Z DTEND:20260924T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T120823Z UID:whitesquirrel:2026-09-23:family-dinner-w-doug-and-sarah@bestofmpls.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:https://whitesquirrelbar.com/event/family-dinner-w-doug-sarah/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T120823Z LOCATION:White Squirrel Bar\, West End\, St. Paul URL:https://whitesquirrelbar.com/event/family-dinner-w-doug-sarah/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Best of MPLS — Twin Cities Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://bestofmpls.com/now-showing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joyer Adventure Farm Fall Fun DTSTART:20260924T150000Z DTEND:20260924T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:6710@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. A visit to the barnyard to meet the animals is included with admission to the Joyer Adventure Farm. Plan to spend approximately an hour exploring t he barnyard when you visit and consider a few quarters for the feed dispen sers. The barnyard contains a wide range of farm animals including sheep\, chickens\, donkeys\, alpaca\, horses\, peacocks\, pygmy goats\, pigs and other poultry to interact with.\n\n[caption id="attachment_35405" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Waldoch Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, 8174 Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, MN \, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-fall-f un-thurs/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:White Bear Lake Family Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260924T153000Z DTEND:20260924T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T183039Z UID:6267@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Drop in Thursday mornings for a program that offers stories\, songs\, fingerplays and movement to encourage an interest in literacy for kids around ages 2-5. 10:30-11am. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T183039Z LOCATION:White Bear Lake Library\, 2150 2nd Street\, White Bear Lake\, MN\ , 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/white-bear-lake-library-fam ily-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scream Town DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6407@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:I warily recall Scream Town (known as Spooky World if you grew up in the '90s) being the scariest haunt around when I was a teen. And wh ile personally\, I don't think my own teen is anywhere near ready to tackl e the terrors\, it may be a good fit for yours. Scream Town officially cla ims to be recommended for ages 10 and up. One ticket price gets you inside 5-7 incredibly frightening themed attractions plagued by unspeakable crea tures\, creepy undead and blind alleys\; tour as many times as you dare. P arents are admitted FREE to the park\, but will have to stay on the sideli nes while their teens brave the horrors. Times and prices vary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Scream Town\, 7410 US-212\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/scream-town/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Great River Water Park Children's Pool Hours DTSTART:20260925T140000Z DTEND:20260925T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3832@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_7157" align="alignleft" width="150"] G reat River Water Park[/caption]\n\nPerfect for the youngest swimmers and s plashers\, only the children's activity pool at the indoor Great River Wat er Park is open from 9-10am on Mondays\, Wednesdays and Fridays. They can frolic in the bubblers and have the slides and fountains all to themselves before the lap pool and waterslides are available to the big kids during open swim hours. Admission is $8 per person or $6 per person in a group of 5+.\n\n \nMore information\n\n \n\n Event link: Great River Water Park open swim hours\n Find more: Indoor waterparks & pools in the Twin Citie s LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Great River Water Park\, 270 Lexington Pkwy N\, Saint Paul\, MN \ , 55104\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/great-river-water-park-chil drens-pool-hours-friday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joyer Adventure Farm Fall Fun DTSTART:20260925T150000Z DTEND:20260925T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:6711@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center is home to the busy Joyer Adventu re Farm\, a family-friendly educational barnyard open during retail hours. A visit to the barnyard to meet the animals is included with admission to the Joyer Adventure Farm. Plan to spend approximately an hour exploring t he barnyard when you visit and consider a few quarters for the feed dispen sers. The barnyard contains a wide range of farm animals including sheep\, chickens\, donkeys\, alpaca\, horses\, peacocks\, pygmy goats\, pigs and other poultry to interact with.\n\n[caption id="attachment_35405" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Waldoch Farm[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Waldoch Farm & Garden Center\, 8174 Lake Drive\, Lino Lakes\, MN \, 55014\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/joyer-adventure-farm-fall-f un-fri/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Andersen Horticultural Library StoryTime DTSTART:20260925T153000Z DTEND:20260925T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2298@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Visit the Andersen Horticultural Library on the last Friday of each month for a StoryTime that celebrates plants and nature and fosters a love for books and reading. Then stick around and explore the gardens. B est for families with kids ages 0-5.\n\n[caption id="attachment_79500" ali gn="aligncenter" width="704"] Image courtesy of MN Landscape Arboretum[/ca ption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Drive\, Chaska\, M N \, 55318\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/arb-storytime-friday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple Corn Maze DTSTART:20260925T210000Z DTEND:20260926T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064344Z UID:6721@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Conditions permitting\, Afton Apple Orchard's Corn Maze will o pen for the fall season. This includes the 15-acre\, multi-phase corn maze themed "Country's Cool Again" and mini mazes such as the "no left turn" m aze\, straw bale maze\, rope maze and more yard games. There's even an a B arnyard Apple Blaster! Activities for all ages. Corn maze of $10-$12/perso n admission does not include orchard general admission - see link for deta ils. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064344Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-corn-maze-fri/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Art in the Park DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:3547@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Afton's annual Art in the Park event draws local vendors and h osts a free art pavilion for kids with fall crafts and spin art. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Afton Town Square Park\, 3418 St. Croix Trail S\, Afton\, MN \, 5 5001\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-art-in-the-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walk for Water DTSTART:20260926T133000Z DTEND:20260926T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6227@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Join a family-friendly walk to retrieve a bucket of water. Thi s event creates awareness of the daily chore for billions of people around the world to retrieve water for their families.  Each participant in thi s event will walk approximately a mile and a half\, fill a bucket with wat er and then walk back carrying that bucket of water.\n\nEvent opens at 8:3 0 a.m. Walk begins at 9:30 a.m. While the event is free\, donations are we lcome and contribute toward a goal to raise funds to bring safe water to 4 \,000 people in need.  All Ages. FREE\, but registration is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Upper Landing Park\, 226 Spring Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/walk-for-water/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Children's Minnesota Day of the Dozers DTSTART:20260926T140000Z DTEND:20260926T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:428@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:During Children's Minnesota's Day of the Dozers event\, kids g et a chance to climb inside construction vehicles\, play in sandpits and o ther fun activities. Event takes place from 9am-4pm. Admission is $20-$30/ child\; $10-$20/adult. Save on general admission by pre-registering. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:ERX Motor Park\, 21591 US-169\, Elk River\, MN\, 55330\, United S tates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/childrens-minnesota-day-of- the-dozers/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids Building Minnesota DTSTART:20260926T140000Z DTEND:20260926T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T183314Z UID:6646@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Register for this fun\, family event held in the East Parking Lot of Mall of America. Kids Building Minnesota 2026 is a FREE event for k ids and families to experience construction\, engineering\, and skilled tr ades in a hands-on way. Learn about construction tools\, participate in cr eative building projects and explore careers in the building trades. All a ges. FREE\, but Registration is Required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T183314Z LOCATION:Mall of America & Nickelodeon Universe Amusement Park\, 60 East B roadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kids-building-minnesota/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cars and Caves (FREE) DTSTART:20260926T140000Z DTEND:20260926T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:2483@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Cars and Caves at Chanhassen AutoPlex is a family-friendly car show offered on the last Saturday of the month from April through Septemb er.\n2026 Cars & Caves themes\n\n April 25 - Open Show\n May 30 - Classi cs (25 Years or Older)\n June 27 - Italian (Ferrari\, Maserati\, Fiat\, L ambo\, etc.)\n July 25 - American (Ford\, GM\, Mopar\, Pontiac\, etc.)\n August 29 - British (MG\, Mini\, Aston\, Jag\, McLaren)\n September 26 - German (Audi\, BMW\, Mercedes-Benz\,\n\n[caption id="attachment_107770" a lign="aligncenter" width="600"] Cars and Caves. Image courtesy of nemerfie ger[/caption]\nWhat makes Cars and Caves family friendly\n\n Indoor and o utdoor vehicle displays with an air conditioned club house with clean indo or plumbing.\n Friendly garage owners who often invite to climb into a ca r for photos or hand out stickers.\n Monthly themes featuring exotic\, cl assic\, custom\, and collector cars.\n Onsite food trucks\n It's FREE! T here is no cost to bring your car or family and parking is free.\n\nMore i nformation\n\n Event link: Cars and Caves\n Find  more: Family Fun with Car-Crazy Kids LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Chanhassen AutoPlex\, 1740 Motorplex Court\, Chanhassen\, MN\, 55 317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-autoplex-cars-an d-caves/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall on the Farm (FREE) DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260926T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T123140Z UID:3693@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Drop in for this annul event at the Historic Andrew Peterson F armstead. Families can visit with llamas and other farmyard animals\, lear n about beekeeping\, sample outdoor cooking and check out historic machine s from Scott Carver Threshers. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T123140Z LOCATION:Historic Andrew Peterson Farmstead\, 8060 MN-5\, Waconia\, MN\, 5 5387\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/andrew-peterson-farmstead-f all-on-the-farm/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mini Mia Saturday (FREE) DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260926T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062854Z UID:3039@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Look\, play\, and learn with your child at Mini Mia on select Saturdays!\n\nEach month's event features a guided gallery tour unique for caregivers with their little ones (ages 0-5)\, a movement class\, and sto ry time in the Family Center. The perfect way to introduce your child to a rt in a comfortable setting. This is a very popular event and spaces fill fast and pre-registration is required LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062854Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mini-mia-saturday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Art in the Park DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260926T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:6683@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Afton's annual Art in the Park event draws local vendors and h osts a free art pavilion for kids with fall crafts and spin art. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Afton Town Square Park\, 3418 St. Croix Trail S\, Afton\, MN \, 5 5001\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-art-in-the-park-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Opening of Bricks & Minifigs Uptown Minneapolis DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260927T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T000051Z UID:6735@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Grand Opening with the newest Twin Cities Bricks & Minifigs store. Family fun includes face painting by Whimsical Faces\, balloon creations by Patrick Grosser\, and a shaved ice truck. Visitors ca n help build a LEGO® mosaic for the store and build a personalized Minifi g at the Minifig-Maker table. Spin the wheel for prizes or enter drawings for free giveaways\, LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000051Z LOCATION:Bricks & Minifigs - Uptown\, 2101 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/grand-opening-of-bricks-min ifigs-uptown-minneapolis/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Red Balloon Saturday Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260926T153000Z DTEND:20260926T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:5092@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join Red Balloon for their special Saturday Storytime\, usuall y held on the last Saturday of the month and sometimes other Saturdays fea turing local authors reading their own books (but not always\, so please d ouble check our Family Fun Calendar along with the store's official event calendar - see link).\n\n[caption id="attachment_40771" align="aligncenter " width="450"] The Red Balloon bookstore[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Red Balloon Bookshop\, 891 Grand Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 5510 5\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/red-balloon-last-saturday-s tory-time/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carpenter Fall Raptor Release (FREE) DTSTART:20260926T160000Z DTEND:20260926T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3543@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The Raptor Center releases rehabbed birds back into the wild p lus wagon rides\, kids activities and educational displays. This is a grea t autumn event for all ages.\n\n[caption id="attachment_99287" align="alig ncenter" width="600"] Phoenix\, Carpenter's eagle ambassador.[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center\, 12805 St. Croix Trail\ , Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/carpenter-fall-raptor-relea se-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Fun Flatables (FREE) DTSTART:20260926T160000Z DTEND:20260926T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260802T061142Z UID:3679@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Your kids can bounce\, bounce\, bounce to their heart's conten t in jump castles\, an inflatable obstacle course and a giant slide. Plus a kids DJ and food available for purchase. Admission is free.\nMore inform ation\n\n Event link: Oakdale Family Fun Flatables LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T061142Z LOCATION:Walton Park\, 1584 Hadley Ave N\, Oakdale\, MN \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/oakdale-family-fun-flatable s/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CoH Run Baby Run Family 5K Run/Walk DTSTART:20260926T160000Z DTEND:20260926T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T180136Z UID:10001514-1790420400-1790431200@www.myktis.com CATEGORIES:community,family,outdoors,sports DESCRIPTION:Join Cradle of Hope for our 2nd Annual Run Baby Run Family 5K Run/Walk on Saturday\, September 26\, 2026\, at Long Lake Regional Park in New Brighton from 11:00- 2:00! \nRun\, walk\, or bring the whole family —including strollers and leashed pets—for a fun-filled day featuring b eautiful trails\, face painting\, raffles\, and more. Every step helps pro vide rent assistance\, portable cribs\, safe sleep education\, and essenti al baby supplies to families throughotu Minnesota who are facing a crisis related to their pregnancy or baby’s birth. Help us reach our $20\,000 g oal and bring hope to 6\,000 moms and babies—one step at a time! \nTo “Register” for the event or to “Become a Frundraiser” and earn exc lusive prizes go to:\nhttps://cbo.io/app/public/bidapp/2026rbr \nSponsorsh ip opportunities are still available. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click on e of the buttons below to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T180136Z LOCATION:Cradle of Hope\, 1970 Oakcrest Ave\, Suite 104\, Roseville\, MN 5 5113\, Cradle of Hope\, 1970 Oakcrest Ave\, Suite 104\, Roesville\, M\, 55 113\, United States URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/coh-run-baby-run-family-5k-run-walk-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:98.5 KTIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/serving-the-homeless-outreach-mi nneapolis-mn-2/2026-03-31 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Coon Rapids Lions Day In the Park (FREE) DTSTART:20260926T160000Z DTEND:20260926T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T123044Z UID:6682@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:A back-to-annual fall outing at Lions Coon Creek Park for fami lies with games\, demos\, activities for kids\, safety education and more. Earn a free lunch by visiting community booths. Non-perishable food donat ions accepted.\nMore information\n\n Event link: Coon Rapids city events calendar LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T123044Z LOCATION:Lions Coon Creek Park\, 11861 Hanson Blvd NW\, Coon Rapids\, MN \ , 55433\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/coon-rapids-lions-day-in-th e-park-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pine Tree Orchard Corn Maze DTSTART:20260926T160000Z DTEND:20260926T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064344Z UID:3826@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Weekends at Pine Tree Apple Orchard get hopping with families enjoying the live music\, wagon and pony rides\, corn maze\, pumpkin patch (opening 10/3/26)  and other various special events (see our events list ing). It's important to note that this is not a u-pick apple orchard. Inst ead\, take your little ones through the big red retail barn\; they’ll be mesmerized by the apple sorting equipment. You can pick out other tasty a pple treats here as well. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064344Z LOCATION:Pine Tree Apple Orchard\, 450 Apple Orchard Rd\, White Bear Lake\ , MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/jacobsons-pine-tree-apple-o rchard/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Taste of Northeast 2026 DTSTART:20260926T170000Z DTEND:20260927T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T180120Z UID:6736@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:The whole family is invited to St. Mary's Orthodox Cathedral t o try local ethnic foods including perohi\, holubki\, ustipci\, as well as other food offerings such as corn\, fries\, and more. Kids activities wil l be available\, including a bounce house and other games. Adults and kids can enjoy live music and learning about the strong Slavic heritage in Nor theast Minneapolis. All Ages. Drop In. Admission to the festival is FREE\, admission to the children's section is $10 per child. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T180120Z LOCATION:St Mary's Orthodox Cathedral\, 1701 5th Street NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/taste-of-northeast/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dehn's Flashlight Corn Maze - 2026 TBA DTSTART:20260926T220000Z DTEND:20260927T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T064344Z UID:4078@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Every Friday and Saturday night in October you can experience Dehn's Pumpkin's corn maze by flashlight! Your ticket also gives you acces s to bounce in the inflatables\, play in the corn pit and take runs down t he gunny sack slide. September 26-October 25\, 2025\, 5-9pm. $12 per perso n. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T064344Z LOCATION:Dehn's Pumpkin Patch\, 17270 125th Avenue North\, Dayton\, MN\, 5 5327\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/dehns-flashlight-corn-maze/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Art in the Park DTSTART:20260927T150000Z DTEND:20260927T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:6684@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Afton's annual Art in the Park event draws local vendors and h osts a free art pavilion for kids with fall crafts and spin art. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Afton Town Square Park\, 3418 St. Croix Trail S\, Afton\, MN \, 5 5001\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-art-in-the-park-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota Twins vs. Texas Rangers DTSTART:20260927T191000Z DTEND:20260927T211000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T183237Z UID:10004447-1790518200-1790518200@www.bloomingtonmn.org CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Catch the Minnesota Twins as they wrap up the 2026 regular sea son home schedule against the Texas Rangers at Target Field on September 2 7. Bring your family or friends for exciting Sunday baseball\, classic bal lpark favorites\, and the energy of cheering on the home team. \nThe home finale features Kids Appreciation Day\, where the first 5\,000 fans 12 and under will receive an exclusive Twins Widget baseball hat. It is also Sun day Kids Day\, featuring free ice cream\, half-price kids’ meals\, and p ostgame base-running for fans 12 and under. Additionally\, fans can join i n the 2nd Annual Taiwanese Heritage Day celebration\, featuring a special pregame performance and ceremonial first pitch. \nTurn your trip to the ba llpark into a getaway by staying in Bloomington\, conveniently located jus t a short drive or light rail ride from Target Field. Receive up to 30% of f Minnesota Twins tickets when you book a stay at a participating hotel wi th our Minnesota Twins Ticket Package. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T183237Z LOCATION:Target Field\, 1 Twins Way\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United St ates URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events/minnesota-twins-vs-t exas-rangers-september-27/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bloomington MN Travel & Tourism - Mall of America Hotels X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Edinborough Sunday Night Family Entertainment (FREE) DTSTART:20260927T230000Z DTEND:20260928T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T060223Z UID:1837@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_6372" align="alignleft" width="150"] A dventure Peak[/caption]\n\nDuring the school year\, Sunday night family en tertainment is held in the indoor amphitheater at Edinborough Park. Concer ts are free to attend.\n\nMAKE A DAY If the kids want to play in the indoo r playpark\, Adventure Peak admission is $10/child. Don't forget socks! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060223Z LOCATION:Edinborough Park\, 7700 York Avenue\, Edina\, MN\, 55435\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/sunday-night-family-enterta inment/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chanhassen Fire Department Open House (FREE) DTSTART:20260928T223000Z DTEND:20260929T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T183039Z UID:429@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:The Chanhassen Fire Department Open House is an annual fall ev ent. Families can tour fire trucks\, an ambulance and a squad car\, partic ipate in kids activities\, play in a bounce house and watch demos. Refresh ments are available beginning at 5:30pm. Donations for Southern Valley All iance in Shakopee are appreciated. FREE. Drop In. All Ages.\n🚒🚒🚒 🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒 LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T183039Z LOCATION:Chanhassen Fire Station\, 7610 Laredo Drive\, Chanhassen\, MN\, 5 5317\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/chanhassen-fire-department- open-house/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mia Discovery Day - Second Floor (FREE) DTSTART:20260930T150000Z DTEND:20260930T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T060101Z UID:2493@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:On Discovery Days at the Minneapolis Institute of Art\, visito rs will find special stations staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who can share more about the museum's collection. Then\, you and your kids can par ticipate in hands-on art activities in the studios. The program is best fo r families with kids in grades 3 to 6. Admission is free and no registrati on is necessary.\n\nThe second floor of Mia contains Arts of Africa\, the Americas\, China\, and Japan. \n\n[caption id="attachment_46845" align="a ligncenter" width="600"] Community Artmaking Activities the Mia. Image cre dit: Anne Kingston[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060101Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mia-discovery-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oakdale Discovery Center Storytime (FREE) DTSTART:20260930T153000Z DTEND:20260930T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T063033Z UID:2095@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Library Storytime at Oakdale Discovery Center is extra special : your kids can enjoy stories courtesy Washington County Library that teac h early literacy concepts plus a craft each last Wednesday of the month. N o need to register\, just show up. Cost is free.\n\nMORE FAMILY FUN You’ ll absolutely want to stay to poke around in the OAKDALE DISCOVERY CENTER . My kids enjoyed the large aquarium\, hands-on exhibits and book corner. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T063033Z LOCATION:Oakdale Discovery Center & Nature Preserve\, 4444 Hadley Ave N\, Oakdale\, MN \, 55128\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/oakdale-library-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Andover Tot Time Open Gym DTSTART:20261001T143000Z DTEND:20261001T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T123034Z UID:1863@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Tot Time Open Gym at the Andover Community Center offers non-s tructured indoor play for kids ages 6 & under. Meet up with local families and let the kids play with age appropriate toys and sporting equipment. O ften the open play time includes a special event such as a fire safety pre sentation\, craft or storytime. Tot Time meets most Mondays and Thursdays\ ; you'll want to make sure to check the community center calendar for thei r schedule. Admission is $5 per child. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T123034Z LOCATION:Andover Community Center\, 15200 Hanson Blvd NW\, Andover\, MN\, 55304\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/thursday-andover-tot-time-o pen-gym/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Knee-High Naturalists: Squirrel Tales DTSTART:20261001T150000Z DTEND:20261001T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060132Z UID:6559@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Explore the natural world with your preschooler through hands- on activities\, outdoor walks\, art-making\, storytimes and more. Each mon th brings a new nature topic\; this program typically (but not always\, so please consult the parks & rec calendar) takes place the first Thursday & Saturday of the month. Meet at the Lebanon Hills Regional Park visitor ce nter. Registration required for children (ages 3-6)\; siblings outside the age range cannot be accommodated due to space. Cost is $10 per child.\n\n \nUpcoming Knee-High Naturalist dates & themes\n\n Thursday\, September 3 & Saturday\, September 5th - Fall Migration\n Thursday\, October 1 & Sat urday\, October 3 - Squirrel Tales\n\nMore information\n\n Registration l ink: Find the Dakota County Parks program calendar.\n Learn more: Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, Eagan\n More Family Fun with Dakota County Parks: Forever Wild Family Friday: Fantastic Fireflies (FREE) LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060132Z LOCATION:Lebanon Hills Regional Park\, 860 Cliff Road\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/knee-high-naturalists-thurs day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Albertville Lions Pumpkin Party (FREE) DTSTART:20261001T200000Z DTEND:20261002T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T183208Z UID:3640@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,holiday DESCRIPTION:At Albertville's community Halloween event\, kids of all ages can get pumpkins\, participate in games\, grab treats and pose for photos. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T183208Z LOCATION:Albertville Central Park\, 5801 Main Ave NE\, Albertville\, MN \, 55301\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/albertville-lions-pumpkin-p arty/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Children's Performing Arts presents Beetlejuice Jr DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260810T182646Z UID:2780@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Lydia discovers her family has moved into a haunted house\, be friends the ghosts of the former owners but becomes entangled with the cha otic Beetlejuice. Performed by students in grades 6-8. October 2-11\, 2026 . Tickets $16-$24/pp.\n\nDiscounts: CPA reserves some “pay-what-you-can ” tickets for each performance of mainstage productions. Learn more here . LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T182646Z LOCATION:Hanifl Performing Art Center\, 4941 Long Avenue\, White Bear Lake \, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/childrens-performing-arts-o ctober-performance/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North Star Pumpkin Town DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260814T183039Z UID:6623@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:North Star Pumpkin Town is a completely non-scary\, family-fri endly fall experience in Chaska. Families can explore a whimsical Minnesot a-themed village filled with thousands of glowing jack-o’-lanterns\, fal l displays\, entertainment\, food\, and family fun. It’s the perfect non -scary Halloween and fall activity for families in the Twin Cities looking to make magical autumn memories. See calendar below for dates and times. All Ages. Tickets: $16-$26/pp. Save by purchasing online. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T183039Z LOCATION:North Star Pumpkin Town\, 7410 Highway 212 \, Chaska\, MN\, 55318 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/north-star-pumpkin-town/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Locally Grown Theatre: A Haunting We Will Go (FREE) DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260831T000051Z UID:3816@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:Can TV producer Norma Corwin last the night in a scary Inn? Fi nd out in this comic mystery.\n\nNote to caregivers: This play is lighthea rted and silly and is likely appropriate for any kids who are able to sit through a 75-minute performance. All Ages. You'll need to bring your own s eating and prepare to be outdoors. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000051Z LOCATION:Cottage Grove City Hall\, 12800 Ravine Pkwy\, Cottage Grove\, MN\ , 55016\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/locally-grown-theatre-hallo ween/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:My Preschooler & Me: Puppet Escapades DTSTART:20261002T150000Z DTEND:20261002T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1832@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Richardson Nature Center staff presents monthly nature program s for parents to attend with their preschool kids (ages 2-6). These may in clude imaginative play\, handling nature objects\, a puppet show\, short h ike outdoors or self-guided play. Cost is $5-6/person\, both child and adu lt register and pay. Reservations required online or by phone 763-559-6700 . LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Richardson Nature Center\, 8737 E Bush Lake Rd\, Bloomington\, MN \, 55438\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/richardson-preschool-puppet -escpades/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eagan Art House First Friday (FREE) DTSTART:20261002T213000Z DTEND:20261002T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000237Z UID:3648@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Drop in for some artsy family fun on the first Friday of the m onth. This free\, monthly program offers a different project to exercise y our creativity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000237Z LOCATION:Patrick Eagan Park & Eagan Art House\, 3995 Lexington Avenue Sout h\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/eagan-art-house-first-frida y/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Robbinsdale Birdtown Boo Bash (FREE) DTSTART:20261002T220000Z DTEND:20261003T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T183208Z UID:3358@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Halloween in Robbinsdale with free family festivitie s. Wear your costumes and enjoy music\, treats\, games and crafts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T183208Z LOCATION:Sanborn Park\, 4237 Shoreline Drive\, Robbinsdale\, MN\, 55422\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/birdtown-boo-bash-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Edinborough Park Friday Entertainment - Zootopia 2 (FREE) DTSTART:20261002T220000Z DTEND:20261003T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T060223Z UID:3651@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,film DESCRIPTION:During the school year\, Edinborough Park\, a lovely indoor gr een space in Edina\, hosts children's entertainment or family movies on se lect Friday evenings in their amphitheater. These events are free. Play Pa rk admission is separate\n\nIf the kids want to play in the giant indoor p laypark\, Adventure Peak admission is $10/child. Don't forget socks! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060223Z LOCATION:Edinborough Park\, 7700 York Avenue\, Edina\, MN\, 55435\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/edinborough-park-friday-chi ldrens-entertainment-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Children's Ministry In Action Conference DTSTART:20261003T140000Z DTEND:20261003T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T155927Z UID:10001410-1791018000-1791041400@www.myktis.com CATEGORIES:community,education,family DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to our Children’s Ministry in A ction Conference (CMAC) on October 3rd from 9:00am-3:00pm at The Grove Ch urch. This is a Child Evangelism Fellowship conference designed to encoura ge\, equip\, and connect ministry leaders and volunteers who are committed to reaching children with the Gospel. \nCMAC provides an opportunity for you to be spiritually refreshed\, receive practical ministry training\, a nd enjoy meaningful fellowship with others serving in children’s ministr y. Attendees will benefit from focused sessions\, relevant instruction\, a nd collaborative discussion aimed at strengthening local outreach efforts. \nWhether you are actively serving in a Good News Club\, participating in CYIA\, supporting chapter leadership\, or exploring involvement with CEF\ , this conference offers valuable insight and encouragement for your minis try journey. \nIf you’re interested in attending\, make sure to register for the conference using the link below. \nWe look forward to gathering together for a day of growth\, connection\, and renewed vision for the wor k God has entrusted to us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to yo ur calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the bu ttons below to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T155927Z LOCATION:The Grove Church 8585 Rice Lake Road Maple Grove\, MN 55369\, 858 5 Rice Lake Road\, Maple Grove\, M\, 55369\, United States URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/childrens-ministry-in-action-conference-3 / X-SOURCE-NAME:98.5 KTIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/serving-the-homeless-outreach-mi nneapolis-mn-2/2026-03-31 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shoreview Touch-a-Truck (FREE) DTSTART:20261003T140000Z DTEND:20261003T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T123046Z UID:3834@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:At Shoreview's annual Touch-a-Truck event\, check out the big rigs\, including a fire truck\, used to maintain the city. Jump in the dri ver's seat of various trucks and other large vehicles! LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T123046Z LOCATION:Shoreview Community Center\, 4580 Victoria St N\, Shoreview\, MN \, 55126\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/shoreview-touch-a-truck-fre e/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minnesota Mineral Club's Rock\, Mineral & Gem Show DTSTART:20261003T150000Z DTEND:20261003T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:2992@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,market DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Mineral Club’s Annual Rock\, Mineral & Gem Show is a family-friendly event for anyone who loves geology\, mineralogy\, or ju st enjoys rock collecting. Explore over 60 indoor and outdoor vendors\, in cluding a Kids’ Corner with hands-on activities for the whole family. Pa ck a picnic to eat on the fairgrounds or grab a bite at an onsite food tru ck. $5/person admission ages 13 & up. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Minnesota State Fairgrounds\, 1265 Snelling Avenue North\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minnesota-mineral-clubs-ann ual-rock-mineral-gem-show/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:First Saturday Art Lab: What Lurks In the Night (FREE) DTSTART:20261003T150000Z DTEND:20261003T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:1729@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Join Edina Art Center monthly for free Saturday morning artsy fun. Staff will be on hand to assist families with a variety of projects d esigned to help young people explore art concepts and mediums. The program is best for families with kids ages 2-8.\n\nPLAN AHEAD: Free First Saturd ay Art Lab at Edina Art Center is typically held the first Saturday of eac h month (no program July\, August or September). Watch our Family Fun Cale ndar and Twin Cities Southwest Metro Weekend Guide for event listings.\ n2026 Upcoming Free First Saturday Art Lab dates\n\n October 3 What Lurk s In the Night?\n November 7 Fall Textures & Layers\n December 5 Sparkle & Shine\n\nMore information\n\n Pre-register through the city of Edina p arks website. Keyword "First Saturday Art Lab". Please register for 10am o r 11am timeslot for planning purposes. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Edina Art Center\, 4701 West 64th Street\, Edina\, MN\, 55435\, U nited States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/first-saturday-art-lab-at-e dina-art-center-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:50th & France Fall Fest DTSTART:20261003T150000Z DTEND:20261003T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:3749@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,music DESCRIPTION:It's officially the fall season at the 50th & France shopping district. Visit today for family activities\, llamas\, free pumpkin painti ng\, live music\, and deals at local businesses. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:50th & France\, 50th & France\, Edina\, MN\, 55425\, United State s URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/50th-france-fall-fest-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wayzata Oktoberfest at Redeemer Christian Academy DTSTART:20261003T160000Z DTEND:20261003T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T155927Z UID:10001491-1791025200-1791039600@www.myktis.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Welcome to a day of beer\, brats\, polka & family fun! \nDance along to free live Polka music by the Elk River German Band\, browse loca l vendor booths\, and soak in the festive atmosphere. \nKids will enjoy ha nds-on crafts\, colorful face painting\, bounce houses\, and plenty of law n games to keep the laughter going.\nFeelin’ hungry? Treat yourself to K ramarczuk’s brats\, hot dogs\, warm pretzels\, and authentic German beer —available for purchase. \nFor the adults\, show your strength and skill in traditional Bavarian contests like Nagelblaken and stein-holding.\nThi s all-ages Fest is packed with fun\, flavor\, and Bavarian flair. \nAll wh ile supporting the school’s mission to equip students to be disciples of Christ. \nProst! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calen dar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons be low to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T155927Z LOCATION:Redeemer Christian Academy\, 115 Wayzata Blvd W\, Wayzata\, MN 55 391\, Redeemer Christian Academy\, 115 Wayzata Blvd W\, Wayzata\, M\, 5539 1\, United States URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/wayzata-oktoberfest-at-redeemer-christian -academy/ X-SOURCE-NAME:98.5 KTIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.myktis.com/event/serving-the-homeless-outreach-mi nneapolis-mn-2/2026-03-31 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Farmer Ken & Jan's Pumpkin Patch DTSTART:20261003T173000Z DTEND:20261004T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3578@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Take a ride on the historic Como-Harriet Streetcar Line to the pumpkin patch. Pumpkins are $7 apiece while supplies last. 12:30-4pm. $3/ ride pp or $7/all day\, under 3 free\, pumpkins $7/each. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Minnesota Streetcar Museum - Como Harriet Streetcar Line\, 2330 W 42nd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/farmer-ken-jans-pumpkin-pat ch/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Monday Andover Tot Time Open Gym DTSTART:20261005T143000Z DTEND:20261005T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T123034Z UID:1861@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Tot Time Open Gym at the Andover Community Center offers non-s tructured indoor play for kids ages 6 & under. Meet up with local families and let the kids play with age appropriate toys and sporting equipment. O ften the open play time includes a special event such as a fire safety pre sentation\, craft or storytime. Tot Time meets most Mondays and Thursdays\ ; you'll want to make sure to check the community center calendar for thei r schedule. Admission is $5 per child. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T123034Z LOCATION:Andover Community Center\, 15200 Hanson Blvd NW\, Andover\, MN\, 55304\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/monday-andover-tot-time-ope n-gym/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Westwood Monday Puppet Storytime: Cider Time DTSTART:20261005T150000Z DTEND:20261005T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1884@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:drink,family DESCRIPTION:The puppets of Westwood Nature Center host a humorous themed s torytime. Open play\, exploration and naturalist-led activities accompany the story and teach about the natural world in a fun and age-appropriate s etting. This program typically (but not always) takes place one Monday and Friday of each month. Best for preschoolers\, both child and caregiver ne ed to pre-register and pay for the program. Cost is $6/participant. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Westwood Hills Nature Center\, 8300 W. Franklin Ave\, St Louis Pa rk\, MN \, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/westwood-puppet-storytime-m onday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Plymouth History Center Story Time (FREE) DTSTART:20261006T150000Z DTEND:20261006T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:4857@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Story times designed to engage younger audiences and spark int erest in learning. Each session features a story with a related hands-on a ctivity. Best for preK-elementary aged kids. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Plymouth History Center\, 3605 Fernbrook Lane North\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55447\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/plymouth-history-center-sto ry-time/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mini Mia Wednesday (FREE) DTSTART:20261007T150000Z DTEND:20261007T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:575@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Look\, play\, and learn with your child at Mini Mia on first W ednesdays!\n\nEach month's event features a guided gallery tour unique for caregivers with their little ones (ages 0-5)\, a movement class\, and sto ry time in the Family Center. The perfect way to introduce your child to a rt in a comfortable setting. This is a very popular event and spaces fill fast and pre-registration is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wednesday-mini-mia/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bach to Rock’s Instrument Petting Zoo (FREE) DTSTART:20261008T153000Z DTEND:20261008T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T060223Z UID:1936@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:During the school year\, Edinborough Park\, a lovely indoor gr een space in Edina\, hosts children's entertainment on select Thursday mor nings in their amphitheater. The entertainment is FREE.\n\nIf the kids wan t to play in the giant indoor playpark\, Adventure Peak admission is $10/c hild. Don't forget socks! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060223Z LOCATION:Edinborough Park\, 7700 York Avenue\, Edina\, MN\, 55435\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/edinborough-thursday-childr ens-entertainment/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Viking Lakes Fall Fest DTSTART:20261010T150000Z DTEND:20261010T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:3977@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Viking Lakes jumps on the fall festival wagon with a day of au tumn activities: a hay maze\, pumpkin patch\, llama petting zoo\, face pai nting and balloon twisting for kids. Lawn games like corn hole and footbal l toss for the bigger kids. And craft beer\, college football and live mus ic for the adults. Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Viking Lakes\, 2685 Vikings Circle\, Eagan\, MN\, 55121\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/viking-lakes-fall-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pinehaven Farm Fall Celebration DTSTART:20261010T150000Z DTEND:20261011T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T003229Z UID:6729@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Included in admission to Pinehaven Farm are a bundle of fun fa ll activities: playground equipment\, mazes\, all-terrain trikes\, trolley rides\, jumping pillow\, and special events on select weekends. Treats ar e available for purchase daily\, full concessions for sale on weekends onl y. Take a trolley ride to the pumpkin patch and pick-your-own. The setting is especially beautiful when the fall colors are at peak. Read about our visit to Pinehaven Farm with kids here. Open weekends & MEA 10am - 7pm. Se ptember 12- October 31\, 2026.\n\n October 10-11: Fall Celebration\, 10am -7pm\n October 16-18: MEA Fall Celebration\, 10am-7pm\n October 24-25: F all Celebration\, 10am-7pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T003229Z LOCATION:Pinehaven Farm\, 28186 Kettle River Blvd\, Wyoming\, MN\, 55092\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pinehaven-farm-fall-celebra tion-sat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall On Eidem Farm (FREE) DTSTART:20261010T160000Z DTEND:20261010T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:3737@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Celebrate fall at historic Eidem Farm. Family fun includes mak ing caramel apple slices\, greeting farm animals\, strolling a fall-themed storybook trail\, sampling cider tours and open play. Explore the first f loor of the farmhouse\, the secret garden (pictured below) and the schoolh ouse at your own pace. \n\n[caption id="attachment_87637" align="aligncen ter" width="600"] Visit the secret garden and nature play area[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Historic Eidem Farm\, 4345 101st Ave N\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 554 43\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/fall-on-eidem-farm-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brain Day 2026 (FREE) DTSTART:20261010T160000Z DTEND:20261010T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T180414Z UID:4001@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Brain Day is a family-friendly\, interactive celebration of br ain-related research by the University of Minnesota. The event will includ e live demos\, experiments\, and hands-on activities. Plus snacks for atte ndees. It all takes place in the Great Hall of Coffman Union on the Minnea polis campus of the U. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T180414Z LOCATION:Coffman Union\, 300 Washington Avenue SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 554 55\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/brain-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pinehaven Farm Fall Celebration DTSTART:20261011T150000Z DTEND:20261012T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T003229Z UID:6730@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Included in admission to Pinehaven Farm are a bundle of fun fa ll activities: playground equipment\, mazes\, all-terrain trikes\, trolley rides\, jumping pillow\, and special events on select weekends. Treats ar e available for purchase daily\, full concessions for sale on weekends onl y. Take a trolley ride to the pumpkin patch and pick-your-own. The setting is especially beautiful when the fall colors are at peak. Read about our visit to Pinehaven Farm with kids here. Open weekends & MEA 10am - 7pm. Se ptember 12- October 31\, 2026.\n\n October 10-11: Fall Celebration\, 10am -7pm\n October 16-18: MEA Fall Celebration\, 10am-7pm\n October 24-25: F all Celebration\, 10am-7pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T003229Z LOCATION:Pinehaven Farm\, 28186 Kettle River Blvd\, Wyoming\, MN\, 55092\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pinehaven-farm-fall-celebra tion-sun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Louis Park Howl-O-Ween (FREE) DTSTART:20261011T170000Z DTEND:20261011T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T002529Z UID:3569@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,holiday DESCRIPTION:Howl-o-Ween is the perfect excuse to dress up your family (and family pet!) and stroll through Wolfe Park. Costume contest takes place a t 2:30pm. Vendors\, community organizations and prizes will be present for this free community event.\n\n[caption id="attachment_53640" align="align center" width="600"] Take a break to play at the Wolfe Park Playground. Im age courtesy of City of St. Louis Park[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002529Z LOCATION:Wolfe Park\, 3700 Monterey Dr\, St Louis Park\, MN \, 55416\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-louis-park-howl-o-ween/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wargo Once Upon A Story Time (FREE) DTSTART:20261013T140000Z DTEND:20261013T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060135Z UID:1860@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:On the first Tuesday of each month\, Wargo Nature Center offer s a free story time for kids ages 2+ featuring far-off lands and nature ad ventures. Program runs 9-10am. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060135Z LOCATION:Wargo Nature Center\, 7701 Main Street\, Lino Lakes\, MN\, 55038\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/wargo-story-time/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arlington Hills S'more Making and Yard Games (FREE) DTSTART:20261013T220000Z DTEND:20261013T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T003538Z UID:6658@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the cooler weather at Arlington Hills Community Cent er with an evening of yard games and s'mores. All ages are welcome to this FREE event. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T003538Z LOCATION:Arlington Hills Community Center and Library\, 1200 Payne Avenue\ , Saint Paul\, MN\, 55130\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/arlington-hills-fall-fun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Country Sun MEA Family Fun DTSTART:20261015T140000Z DTEND:20261017T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T003030Z UID:6624@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Country Sun Farm is open during MEA with the usual weekend act ivities up and running from 10am-5pm.\n\nAt Country Sun Farm your kids can delight in a giant corn pit outfitted with buckets\, slides and toys\, a bounce house\,  Silly String Zone\, make your way through the corn maze\, enjoy the fall scenery on a hay ride\, and pan for gems. Plus\, grab your pumpkins for Halloween. FREE. Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T003030Z LOCATION:Country Sun Farm\, 11211 N 60th St\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55042\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/country-sun-farms-mea/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afton Apple MEA Teacher Appreciation Days DTSTART:20261015T150000Z DTEND:20261016T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:3881@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Cheers to our awesome educators! Show your teacher's ID for $5 off a full peck of u-pick apples at Afton Apple Orchard. Orchard admissio n also includes the orchard's huge playground\, petting farm\, Straw Mount ain\, Retread Hill\, Johnny Combine\, Grammamals Barnyard\, Giant Rocking Chair\, and Giant Swing. General orchard admission of $5-$7/person applies . LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Afton Apple Orchard\, 14421 90th Street South\, Hastings\, MN\, 5 5033\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/afton-apple-mea-teacher-app recation-days/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Merriam Park Boo Bash (FREE) DTSTART:20261015T220000Z DTEND:20261016T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T183208Z UID:6657@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,holiday DESCRIPTION:Merriam Park hosts an all-ages Halloween celebration with musi c\, games\, and family fun. Costume encouraged. All Ages. FREE. Drop In. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T183208Z LOCATION:Merriam Park Recreation Center\, 2000 St Anthony Ave\, Saint Paul \, MN\, 55104\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/merriam-park-boo-bash-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kelley Farm Harvest Days DTSTART:20261016T140000Z DTEND:20261016T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3959@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the MEA break and the changing colors of autumn with a h arvest celebration at historic Kelley Farm.\n\nFAMILY FUN Explore the farm \, see the animals\, help with field work or put produce in the root cella r and make a corn husk doll\, try natural dying (pay $5 to make and take y our own). Cost is $8-$12 per person. Pre-registration recommended - see li nk for ticket path. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Oliver Kelley Farm\, 15788 Kelley Farm Rd\, Elk River\, MN\, 5533 0\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/kelley-farm-harvest-days/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Pumpkin Express MEA Weekend DTSTART:20261016T143000Z DTEND:20261018T191500Z DTSTAMP:20260813T183248Z UID:3577@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Transportation Museum's Pumpkin Express Train could be the perfect Halloween event. Just choose a day during MEA Weekend. Star ting in Osceola\, Wisconsin\, the train ends up in Dresser\, Wisconsin. Yo u can make it an all-day event or go for a couple of hours. WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE PUMPKIN EXPRESS»\n\nLimited seating - reserve your tickets early. Rides run all weekend. Family Bundle $133.75 - see link. LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T183248Z LOCATION:Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway\, 114 Depot Road\, Osceola\, W I\, 54020\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ride-the-pumpkin-express-me a-weekend/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Junie B. Jones - Jingle Bells Batman Smells! DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:2499@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:A by-kids-for kids production of a Junie B. Jones holiday favo rite. Tickets $5.49-$25.48.\n\nRead the Book: Junie B. Jones: Jingle Bells \, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) by Barbara Park\nShowtimes:\n\n Oct ober 17 @ 2pm\n October 18 @ 2pm\n October 24 @ 2pm\n October 25 @ 2pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Merrill Arts Center\, The Merrill Black Box Theater at East Ridge High School\, 4200 Pioneer Drive\, Woodbury\, MN\, 55129\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/merrill-arts-fall-productio n/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Havoc at the Pavek: Local Legends DTSTART:20261017T150000Z DTEND:20261017T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T002529Z UID:3411@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Halloween at Pavek Museum of Broadcasting as it is t ransformed into the Haunted Manor of the eccentric Lord Havoc. Family fun includes a ghostly scavenger hunt incorporating STEM activities. Expect to spend about an hour on this spooky adventure during your chosen visit tim e. Timed tickets available on the half hour. This year\, you really want t o pre-register because pre-registered participants pay-what-you-can starti ng at FREE. Pay at the door will be regular museum admission $12/adults\; $7/ages 4-17. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002529Z LOCATION:Pavek Museum of Broadcasting\, 3517 Raleigh Ave\, St. Louis Park\ , MN\, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/havoc-and-the-pavek/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mendota Heights Trick-or-Teeing (FREE) DTSTART:20261017T210000Z DTEND:20261017T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T183208Z UID:3602@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,holiday DESCRIPTION:Play 6 holes of mini golf in your costumes\, participate in cr aft-making\, stop by to visit with Mendota Heights Fire & Police and check out their vehicles\, play some yard games\, take Halloween family photos at the photo booth and enjoy hot apple cider & snacks. All ages welcome to drop into this FREE event. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T183208Z LOCATION:Par 3 Golf Course\, 1695 Dodd Road\, Mendota Heights\, MN\, 55118 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/trick-or-teeing/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carpenter Wisconsin Preschool Storytime: Costumes & Critters (FREE ) DTSTART:20261021T150000Z DTEND:20261021T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T063056Z UID:3551@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Preschool Storytime is presented monthly at Carpenter-St Croix Valley Nature Center and features new nature themes and activities. These are designed for kids ages 2-5 w/ a caregiver. If you can't make storytim e\, the nature center is always free to visit\, whether checking out the i ndoor displays or exploring the topography of the valley along the river. Thanks to community donors\, Carpenter Wisconsin will continue to offer St orytime FREE through August 2027! LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T063056Z LOCATION:Hein Visitor Center - Carpenter Wisconsin Campus\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/carpenter-wisconsin-prescho ol-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mia Discovery Day - Third Floor (FREE) DTSTART:20261021T150000Z DTEND:20261021T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T060101Z UID:6739@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:On Discovery Days at the Minneapolis Institute of Art\, visito rs will find special stations staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who can share more about the museum's collection. Then\, you and your kids can par ticipate in hands-on art activities in the studios. The program is best fo r families with kids in grades 3 to 6. Admission is free and no registrati on is necessary.\n\nThe third floor of Mia contains Arts of Exploration\, Fashion\, Minnesota History\, and Modern Life. \n\n[caption id="attachmen t_46845" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Community Artmaking Activities t he Mia. Image credit: Anne Kingston[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060101Z LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mia-discovery-day-third-flo or/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Babies at the Castle: Eyes as Big as Plates DTSTART:20261023T141500Z DTEND:20261023T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:2465@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the American Swedish Institute's Babie s at the Castle program! Explore the rich heritage of Swedish culture whil e engaging in fun and educational activities with your little ones. Each p rogram includes a 30-minute tour encouraging interaction with the art\, fo llowed by 15 minutes of sensory play in the Castle. Each baby receives a t hemed teether to take home as a keepsake. These programs sell out fast. Re gister early. Cost is $21/parent-child\, includes museum admission.\n\nNot e: Strollers are not allowed in the Castle. Wear a baby carrier for the mo st comfortable experience. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\ , 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/babies-at-the-castle-friday / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bryant Square Family Pumpkin Carving Night DTSTART:20261023T230000Z DTEND:20261024T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3571@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Families can register for pumpkin carving at Bryant Square. Th is is an outdoor event\, so dress for the weather. Best for families with kids ages 6+.  $20/Minneapolis residents. $30 for non residents. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Bryant Square Park\, 3101 Bryant Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55408 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/family-pumpkin-carving-nigh t/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Babies at the Castle: Eyes as Big as Plates DTSTART:20261024T141500Z DTEND:20261024T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:2466@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the American Swedish Institute's Babie s at the Castle program! Explore the rich heritage of Swedish culture whil e engaging in fun and educational activities with your little ones. Each p rogram includes a 30-minute tour encouraging interaction with the art\, fo llowed by 15 minutes of sensory play in the Castle. Each baby receives a t hemed teether to take home as a keepsake. These programs sell out fast. Re gister early. $21/parent-child\, includes museum admission.\n\nNote: Strol lers are not allowed in the Castle. Wear a baby carrier for the most comfo rtable experience. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\ , 55407\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/babies-at-the-castle-saturd ay/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Our Lady of Peace Party at the Patch (FREE) DTSTART:20261024T150000Z DTEND:20261024T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T003229Z UID:3511@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:Our Lady of Peace's Party at the Patch is an annual autumn eve nt with tons of family fun including a petting zoo\, scavenger hunt\, and autumn activities. Combine this fun\, free event with your pumpkin shoppin g at the annual church pumpkin patch. See our schedule for a complete list ing of activities. Free admission\, small fee for activities. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T003229Z LOCATION:Our Lady of Peace Catholic School & Church\, 5435 11th Avenue Sou th\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55417\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/our-lady-of-peace-party-at- the-patch/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Ink Day DTSTART:20261024T170000Z DTEND:20261024T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260809T060416Z UID:581@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:A free event for the whole family! Free Ink Day (family printi ng days) are a chance to stop in\, learn about printmaking\, and create yo ur own prints to take home. Drop in from 12-4pm\, all ages welccome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T060416Z LOCATION:Highpoint Center for Printmaking\, 912 W Lake Street\, Minneapoli s\, MN\, 55408\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/free-ink-day-highpoint-cent er-for-printmaking/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Boy Who Cried Wolf DTSTART:20261024T180000Z DTEND:20261101T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:5313@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:Based on the classic Aesop's fable\, find out what happens whe n a boy takes his tricks too far. 1pm matinees geared toward kids age 5-9. Tickets.\n\nRead the book: The Boy Who Cried Wolf! and Other Great Storie s with Lessons. Aesop's Fables retold by Dr Farooq\, Samir Ahmad and Amani Ahmad. This 38-page books is geared toward kids at a 3-4 grade reading le vel.\nPerformances\n\n October 24\, 2026 @ 1pm\n October 25\, 2026 @ 1pm \n October 31\, 2026 @ 1pm\n November 1\, 2026 @ 1pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Merrill Arts Center\, The Merrill Black Box Theater at East Ridge High School\, 4200 Pioneer Drive\, Woodbury\, MN\, 55129\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/merrill-arts-for-kids-by-ki ds/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Columbia Heights Truck or Treat (FREE) DTSTART:20261024T180000Z DTEND:20261024T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T180504Z UID:3715@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,holiday DESCRIPTION:Combine your child's love of vehicles with a fun Halloween eve nt and you get Columbia Heights' annual Truck or Treat. Kids can trick-or- treat for candy at each vehicle station. LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T180504Z LOCATION:Huset Park\, 3965 Jefferson St NE\, Columbia Heights\, MN \, 5542 1\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/columbia-heights-truck-or-t reat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Majestic Oaks Fall Family Fest DTSTART:20261025T150000Z DTEND:20261025T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003114Z UID:4080@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Majestic Oaks Family Fall Fest is back this year with a full d ay of outdoor activities. Trick-or-treating on the golf course is complime ntary! Some activities\, such as the bounce house\, face painting\, games and petting zoo\, will require a wristband\, available for purchase onsite . Admission to the festival with its live music\, vendor market and food t rucks\, is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003114Z LOCATION:Majestic Oaks Golf Club\, 701 Bunker Lake Blvd NE\, Ham Lake\, MN \, 55304\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/majestic-oaks-fall-family-f est/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Edinborough HalloBoo Trick-or-Treat Trail DTSTART:20261029T210000Z DTEND:20261030T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T060223Z UID:3659@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Edinborough Park in Edina celebrates Halloween with trick-or-t reating\, games and family fun throughout Adventure Peak Indoor Playground and the Great Hall. Choose your time slot from 4-5:30pm or 5:30-7pm. Regi stration required. Cost is $10/child. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060223Z LOCATION:Edinborough Park\, 7700 York Avenue\, Edina\, MN\, 55435\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/edinborough-halloboo-trick- or-treat-trail/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pumpkins & Giggles DTSTART:20261029T230000Z DTEND:20261030T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3574@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:40th Street Park hosts a "hilariously messy-free family carvin g extravaganza that promises laughter\, fun\, and zero hassle cleanup." Pr e-registration required. $20.00. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:40th Street Park\, 1900 E 40th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pumpkins-giggles-a-mess-fre e-family-carving-extravaganza/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New Brighton Pumpkin Walk (FREE) DTSTART:20261030T220000Z DTEND:20261031T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T000437Z UID:4116@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:It's New Brighton's magical evening of glowing pumpkins in the park plus lots of free\, family-friendly activities to enjoy: a KidsDance DJ for entertainment\, live pumpkin carving by a pro\, a traveling pettin g zoo\, a Halloween trunk-or-treat event\, food trucks and photo ops. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T000437Z LOCATION:New Brighton Veterans Park\, 803 Old Highway 8\, New Brighton\, M N\, 55112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/new-brighton-pumpkin-walk-f ree/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brooklyn Park Ghostly Gala DTSTART:20261030T223000Z DTEND:20261031T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3762@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,food,music DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a pizza dinner\, games\, prizes\, music\, dancing\, and a costume contest at Brooklyn Park's Ghostly Gala! Hosted by Reach for Res ources with all ages & abilities welcomed. Tickets: $10 advance (until Oct ober 27)\; $15 door. Pre-registration encouraged. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center\, 5600 85th Avenue N\, Br ooklyn Park\, MN\, 55443\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/brooklyn-park-ghostly-gala/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Richfield Play Dates (FREE) DTSTART:20261031T140000Z DTEND:20261031T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T123034Z UID:1897@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Free family fun on Saturday morning! Kids ages 0-5 are invited with their caregivers to Play Dates at the Richfield Community Center. En joy your morning coffee while your little ones make new friends and are ha ppily occupied with free open play. Each session is themed and requires no registration\, just drop in. Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T123034Z LOCATION:Richfield Community Center\, 7000 Nicollet Avenue\, Richfield\, M N\, 55423\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/richfield-play-dates/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Midtown Global Market Not-So-Scary Trick-or-Treat (FREE) DTSTART:20261031T220000Z DTEND:20261101T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3509@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Kids of all ages are invited to trick-or-treat around Midtown Global Market in costume. Make a night of it -- Ditch your kitchen tonight and have dinner at one of the delicious vendors. Event is free\, but ther e is a fee to park in the lot. \n\n[caption id="attachment_100658" align= "aligncenter" width="600"] Midtown Global Market Not So Scary Halloween[/c aption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Midtown Global Market\, 920 E Lake St\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 55407 \, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/mgm-halloween/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pumpkins in the Park DTSTART:20261101T190000Z DTEND:20261101T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:6602@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Don't throw out your pumpkins! Instead\, have one last day of family fun\, participating in a pumpkins roll. Then toss it in the Pitch-a -Pumpkin container at the Rec Center to be composted. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:Wolfe Park\, 3700 Monterey Dr\, St Louis Park\, MN \, 55416\, Uni ted States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pumpkins-in-the-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pershing Halloween Trick-or-Treat (FREE) DTSTART:20261105T230000Z DTEND:20261106T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3876@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,holiday DESCRIPTION:Dress up and drop in to Pershing Park for hot chocolate\, Hall oween treats and a bonfire. All ages welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Pershing Field Park\, 3523 48th St W\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/pershing-halloween-trick-or -treat-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fridley Family Open Gym DTSTART:20261107T161500Z DTEND:20261107T181500Z DTSTAMP:20260824T123034Z UID:1730@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Enjoy free play with balls\, hoops\, scooters\, jump ropes\, m usic and more. Capacity is limited. \n2026-2027 Family Open Gym schedule\ nSaturdays: November 7\, 2027 - March 27\, 2027\, 10:15am - 12:15pm.\n(Clo sed: Nov 28\, Dec 26\, Jan 16 & Feb 13)\nFamily Open Gym admission\n\n Dr op‐in fee: $3 per child or $6 per family\n 5 visit punch card: $10 per child or $20 per family (family is defined as 1-2 adults and 2+ children) LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T123034Z LOCATION:Hayes Elementary School\, 615 Mississippi Street NE\, Fridley\, M N\, 55432\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/family-open-gym-at-hayes-el ementary/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Open Skate DTSTART:20261108T184000Z DTEND:20261108T201000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T002529Z UID:6569@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Skate together as a family during Premier Skating Academy open skate events. $5/pp. All ages\, but kids need to be accompanied by a guar dian and a liability waiver form is required. No pre-registration required . LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002529Z LOCATION:St. Thomas Ice Arena\, 950 Mendota Heights Road\, Mendota Heights \, MN\, 55120\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/open-skate/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tuesday Little Tot Playtime DTSTART:20261110T153000Z DTEND:20261110T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:1873@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:At Little Tot Playtime at St Louis Park Rec Center\, preschool ers can ride on big wheelers\, play with cars\, trucks\, blocks and more e ngage in free play activities. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:St Louis Park Rec Center & ROC\, 3700 Monterey Dr\, St Louis Park \, MN \, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/little-tot-playtime-tuesday / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Little Tot Playtime DTSTART:20261111T153000Z DTEND:20261111T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:1874@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:At Little Tot Playtime at St Louis Park Rec Center\, preschool ers can ride on big wheelers\, play with cars\, trucks\, blocks and more e ngage in free play activities. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:St Louis Park Rec Center & ROC\, 3700 Monterey Dr\, St Louis Park \, MN \, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/little-tot-playtime-wednesd ay/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Little Tot Playtime DTSTART:20261112T153000Z DTEND:20261112T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:1875@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:At Little Tot Playtime at St Louis Park Rec Center\, preschool ers can ride on big wheelers\, play with cars\, trucks\, blocks and more e ngage in free play activities. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:St Louis Park Rec Center & ROC\, 3700 Monterey Dr\, St Louis Park \, MN \, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/little-tot-playtime-thursda y/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Friday Little Tot Playtime DTSTART:20261113T153000Z DTEND:20261113T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:1876@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:At Little Tot Playtime at St Louis Park Rec Center\, preschool ers can ride on big wheelers\, play with cars\, trucks\, blocks and more e ngage in free play activities. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:St Louis Park Rec Center & ROC\, 3700 Monterey Dr\, St Louis Park \, MN \, 55416\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/friday-little-tot-playtime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rumriver Free Family Art Day DTSTART:20261114T160000Z DTEND:20261114T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260802T001130Z UID:2288@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Make art together on a Saturday morning at Rumriver Art Center . Pre-register for this FREE class for families with children ages 4+ - an d you'll want to hurry as the sessions book up quick. See registration lin k below. Ages 4+. LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T001130Z LOCATION:Rumriver Art Center\, 2665 4th Avenue\, Anoka\, MN\, 55303\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/rumriver-free-family-art-da y/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gnomesgiving Gnome Search DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261203 DTSTAMP:20260810T051123Z UID:6597@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Fifteen gnomes are hiding in Driftwood Park along the walking trail! Can you find all 15? If you want to post a photo of your family wit h a gnome to Facebook with the hashtag #newbrightongnomes\, you'll be ente red into a drawing to win a prize! FREE. Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T051123Z URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/gnomesgiving-gnome-search/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123 DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6489@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:dance,family DESCRIPTION:All your favorite Disney characters bring an ice skating medle y to Grand Casino Arena. Tickets.\n\n\n[caption id="attachment_112469" ali gn="aligncenter" width="600"] Image courtesy Feld Entertainment[/caption]\ n\n Thursday\, November 19 @ 7pm\n Friday\, November 20 @ 10am & 7pm\n Saturday\, November 21 @ 10:30am\, 2:30pm & 6:30pm\n Sunday\, November 22 @ 10:30am & 2:30pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Grand Casino Arena\, 199 West Kellogg Blvd\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55 102\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/grand-casino-arena-disney/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Windom South Family Bingo Night DTSTART:20261120T000000Z DTEND:20261120T014500Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:6370@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join a family-friendly BINGO night at Windom South. Play BINGO and win fun prizes. Limited space. Pre-Register for this event. Residents $6/Non-Residents $9. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Windom South Park\, 5821 Wentworth Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 5 5419\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/windom-south-family-bingo-n ight/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pas de Deux presents A Sleeping Beauty DTSTART:20261121T193000Z DTEND:20261121T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:4194@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:dance,family DESCRIPTION:An original ballet production featuring Pas de Deux dancers. T imes TBD. Ages 4 & up only. Tickets: 2026 TBD (2025 $15-$25). LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center\, 11411 Masonic Home Drive\, Bl oomington\, MN\, 55437\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/backstage-nutcracker/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SideKick Theatre's Puss in Boots DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261231 DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3261@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,holiday,theater DESCRIPTION:Sidekick Theatre's Holiday musical is a re-telling of the clas sic fairytale about a penniless orphan and his remarkable cat. Look for sp ecial Breakfast with Santa performances. Appropriate for all ages. Ticket s: $9-$19/pp. \n\nDiscounts: Groups of 10 or more $14/each. Field trip gr oups $9/each.\n\nRead the book: Puss in Boots by Charles Perrault. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center\, 11411 Masonic Home Drive\, Bl oomington\, MN\, 55437\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/sidekick-theatre-holiday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270104 DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3042@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,film DESCRIPTION:An adaptation of the C. S. Lewis  portal fantasy where it is "always winter but never Christmas" • Recommended for Ages 10+ •  Tic kets. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Open Window Theatre\, Salem Square Center\, Suite 400\, 5300 Sout h Robert Trail\, Inver Grove Heights\, MN\, 55077\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/open-window-holiday-show/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Winter Park Discovery Night - Santa Edition DTSTART:20261201T233000Z DTEND:20261202T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T000101Z UID:6737@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Visit with Santa and his reindeer at this special Winter Park Discovery Night. Family fun includes a bonfire and winter park activities. FREE. Drop In. All Ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T000101Z LOCATION:Freedom Park\, 2121 14th Street NW\, New Brighton\, MN\, 55112\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/winter-park-discovery-night -santa-edition/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cottage Grove Hometown Holiday DTSTART:20261203T230000Z DTEND:20261204T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T000051Z UID:4234@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,food,holiday,music DESCRIPTION:There will be a festive holiday tree for photos along with San ta and Mrs Claus\, free treats and live reindeer\, bonfires\, wagon rides (starting at 4:30pm)\, kids activities\, live music and food trucks. All a ges are invited to this free event. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000051Z LOCATION:Cottage Grove City Hall\, 12800 Ravine Pkwy\, Cottage Grove\, MN\ , 55016\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/cottage-grove-hometown-holi day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Children's Performing Arts presents Elf\, Jr. DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261214 DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:4455@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The story of Buddy Elf's quest to find his father in the big c ity. December 4-13\, 2026. Tickets $19-$27/pp.\n\nDiscounts: CPA reserves some “pay-what-you-can” tickets for each performance of mainstage prod uctions. Learn more here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:Hanifl Performing Art Center\, 4941 Long Avenue\, White Bear Lake \, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/childrens-performing-arts-d ecember-production/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Plymouth Merry Market DTSTART:20261205T160000Z DTEND:20261205T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:4388@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,market DESCRIPTION:Shop handmade goods with the whole family and enjoy some kid-f riendly activities at the same time. There will be winter-themed crafts fo r kids and a photobooth for the whole family. Enjoy FREE cocoa and treats while supplies last. Bring your letters to Santa to drop off at the offici al North Pole Mailbox (don't forget to include a self-addressed\, stamped envelope to receive a response). LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Old Town Hall\, 3605 Fernbrok Lane North\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55447\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/plymouth-merry-market/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Okee Dokee Brothers DTSTART:20261206T170000Z DTEND:20261206T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T062742Z UID:6463@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:The Okee Dokee Brothers come to Saint Paul for a family-friend ly concert at O'Shaugnessy Theater. $15-$36/pp.\n\n[caption id="attachment _106342" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Image courtesy of the Okee Dokee Brothers[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T062742Z LOCATION:St. Catherine University\, 2004 Randolph Street\, Saint Paul\, MN \, 55105\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/the-okee-dokee-brothers/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Santa Visits the Sensory Room (FREE) DTSTART:20261206T180000Z DTEND:20261206T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:3068@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Visit Santa at the Plymouth Community Center with minimized no ises\, smells\, lights\, and crowds during a 10-minute 1-on-1 session. Bri ng a camera to take your own photos and participate in other sensory-frien dly holiday activities. 10-minute time slots available\, 12-4pm. Siblings can share a timeslot. Free\, but registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Plymouth Community Center\, 14800 34th Avenue N\, Plymouth\, MN \ , 55447\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/plymouth-community-center-s anta-visits-the-sensory-room/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Holz Farm Old Fashioned Holiday (FREE) DTSTART:20261206T180000Z DTEND:20261206T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181928Z UID:4236@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,holiday DESCRIPTION:Come visit Santa at this 1940s-era event at historic Holz Farm . Also enjoy hayrides\, a bonfire\, carols\, and treats. Event is free and appropriate for all ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181928Z LOCATION:Holz Farm Park\, 4665 Manor Drive\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123\, United S tates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/holz-farm-old-fashioned-hol iday-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Toys for Tots Open Gym DTSTART:20261212T180000Z DTEND:20261212T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T063102Z UID:6665@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Bring a new\, unwrapped toy to Elite Gymnastics'  Toys for To ts event and play free. Participants can play for two hours including the foam pit\, trampolines\, rope swing and gym. Parents are welcome to stay\, but coaches will be supervising the open gym. FREE with a new\, unwrapped toy donation to Toys for Tots. All ages\, walk-in\, no registration neede d. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T063102Z LOCATION:Elite Gymnastics\, 12500 Chowen Ave South\, Burnsville\, MN\, 553 37\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/toys-for-tots-open-gym/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday at the Landmark: Santa’s Workshop (FREE) DTSTART:20261213T190000Z DTEND:20261213T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T003130Z UID:4091@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Snap a free pic with Santa at his workshop in beautiful Landma rk Center\, then enjoy games\, festive animals and gift-making. This is a free event for all ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T003130Z LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 West Fifth Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\ , United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/santa-workshop-landmark/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Louis Park Bundled Up! Winter Fun Day (FREE) DTSTART:20270104T180000Z DTEND:20270130T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T002529Z UID:4463@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:community,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:If the weather agrees\, St Louis Park's Bundled Up! Winter Fun Day includes bonfires\, skiing\, sledding\, snowshoeing\, cocoa\, hayride s\, s'mores and music. Admission is free\, all ages are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002529Z LOCATION:Oak Hill Park\, 3201 Rhode Island Ave S\, St Louis Park\, MN\, 55 426\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/st-louis-park-bundled-up-wi nter-fun-day-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:World Snow Celebration & Sculpting Championships DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270117 DTSTAMP:20260807T060422Z UID:3946@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to watch the sculptors at work starting Wednesday with the awards and closing ceremony scheduled for Saturday. Dur ing the run of the festival\, kids can enjoy a snow slide and\, weather pe rmitting\, a small\, free ice skating rink. There are deals all weekend at area shops and restaurants with a festival button.\n\n[caption id="attach ment_105124" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Stillwater World Snow Celebr ation[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T060422Z LOCATION:Lowell Park\, 201 Water St N\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United S tates URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/world-snow-sculpting-champi onships/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Children's Performing Arts presents Shrek\, Jr. DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270215 DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:2781@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Shrek takes on a quest to rescue the Princess Fiona\, makes ne w friends and falls in love in this fairytale mashup. February 5-14\, 2027 . Tickets $16-$24/pp.\n\nDiscounts: CPA reserves some “pay-what-you-can ” tickets for each performance of mainstage productions. Learn more here .\n\nRead the Book: Shrek by William Steig (recommended for PreK+ reading level). LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:Hanifl Performing Art Center\, 4941 Long Avenue\, White Bear Lake \, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/childrens-performing-arts-f ebruary-performance/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Princess Kay of the Milky Way DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270405 DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:3244@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:A world premiere musical about the Minnesota State Fair! • B est for ages 7+ • Run Time: 2 hours (15-minute intermission) • Tickets $25-$80. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:Children's Theatre Company\, 2400 3rd Ave South\, Minneapolis\, M N\, 55404\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/ctc-princess-kay-milky-way/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minneapolis Art-A-Whirl (FREE) DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270514 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270517 DTSTAMP:20260831T000051Z UID:2236@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Individual artists and galleries are back for the 30th year of showcasing their finest for your family to enjoy at Art-A-Whirl. If you a re interested in discovering what your family and children will be interes ted in\, you might want to study up on the most family-friendly offerings at Art-A-Whirl - including artist demos and kid-friendly workshops\, an ar t car parade and coloring contest. If this sounds overwhelming\, Joy has s ome strategies for making the most of Art-A-Whirl with kids of all ages.  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000051Z LOCATION:Notheast Minneapolis\, 1500 Jackson St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 5 5413\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-art-a-whirl/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minneapolis Art-A-Whirl Friday (FREE) DTSTART:20270514T220000Z DTEND:20270515T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T000051Z UID:6014@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Individual artists and galleries are back for the 30th year of showcasing their finest for your family to enjoy at Art-A-Whirl. If you a re interested in discovering what your family and children will be interes ted in\, you might want to study up on the most family-friendly offerings at Art-A-Whirl - including artist demos and kid-friendly workshops\, an ar t car parade and coloring contest. If this sounds overwhelming\, Joy has s ome strategies for making the most of Art-A-Whirl with kids of all ages.  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000051Z LOCATION:Notheast Minneapolis\, 1500 Jackson St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 5 5413\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-art-a-whirl-fri / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minneapolis Art-A-Whirl Saturday (FREE) DTSTART:20270515T170000Z DTEND:20270516T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T000051Z UID:6015@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Individual artists and galleries are back for the 30th year of showcasing their finest for your family to enjoy at Art-A-Whirl. If you a re interested in discovering what your family and children will be interes ted in\, you might want to study up on the most family-friendly offerings at Art-A-Whirl - including artist demos and kid-friendly workshops\, an ar t car parade and coloring contest. If this sounds overwhelming\, Joy has s ome strategies for making the most of Art-A-Whirl with kids of all ages.  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000051Z LOCATION:Notheast Minneapolis\, 1500 Jackson St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 5 5413\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-art-a-whirl-sat / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minneapolis Art-A-Whirl Sunday (FREE) DTSTART:20270516T170000Z DTEND:20270516T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T000051Z UID:6016@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Individual artists and galleries are back for the 30th year of showcasing their finest for your family to enjoy at Art-A-Whirl. If you a re interested in discovering what your family and children will be interes ted in\, you might want to study up on the most family-friendly offerings at Art-A-Whirl - including artist demos and kid-friendly workshops\, an ar t car parade and coloring contest. If this sounds overwhelming\, Joy has s ome strategies for making the most of Art-A-Whirl with kids of all ages.  Admission is free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T000051Z LOCATION:Notheast Minneapolis\, 1500 Jackson St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN \, 5 5413\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/minneapolis-art-a-whirl-sun / X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Children's Performing Arts presents Charlie & the Chocolate Factor y DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270618 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270628 DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:5753@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Charlie finds a golden ticket to visit Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory. June 18-27\, 2027. Tickets $20.85-$26.10/pp.\n\nDiscounts: CPA r eserves some “pay-what-you-can” tickets for each performance of mainst age productions. Learn more here.\n\nRead the Book: Charlie and the Chocol ate Factory by Roald Dahl  (recommended for Ages 8-12). LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:Hanifl Performing Art Center\, 4941 Long Avenue\, White Bear Lake \, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/childrens-performing-arts-s ummer/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Children's Performing Arts presents Six the Musical: Teen Edition DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270716 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270726 DTSTAMP:20260811T062534Z UID:5754@familyfuntwincities.com CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:Meet the six wives of Henry VIII. July 16-25\, 2027. Tickets $ 20.85-$26.10/pp.\n\nDiscounts: CPA reserves some “pay-what-you-can” ti ckets for each performance of mainstage productions. Learn more here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T062534Z LOCATION:Hanifl Performing Art Center\, 4941 Long Avenue\, White Bear Lake \, MN\, 55110\, United States URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/events/childrens-performing-arts-j uly/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Family Fun Calendar: Minneapolis X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/family-fun-events-calenda r END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR