Minneapolis–St. Paul–Bloomington · MN / WI

Things to do with kids in Minneapolis

133 family events in the next 30 days, plus 55 places and ongoing programs. Every listing links to the organizer’s own page, and shows the date we last checked it (latest check 2026-10-13). Dates are in Central Time.

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Upcoming family events

Through Nov 1 · 5:30 PMJack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Minnesota ZooMinnesota Zoo · Family-friendly for all ages; children ages 0-2 free; October 31 is 18+ · Tickets range from $23-30 for adults and $19-$26 for children, plus $10 parking per car for non-members; members $3-$4 off. Children 0-2 free. Adult (18+) nights $45. Tickets nonrefundable; online purchase required.
Through Oct 25The Secret Garden (Stages Theatre Company)Stages Theatre Company (Hopkins Center for the Arts) · Recommended for: Ages 8+ · Ages 2-17 $20; Ages 60+ $20; Adults $22; Lap pass age 3 and under $5 (pricing includes processing fees)
Through Nov 22Twelve Kinds of Ice (Children's Theatre Company)Children's Theatre Company · Best enjoyed by ages 7 and up · Ticket prices vary by performance and are not printed on the show page; fees apply. Rush tickets one hour before public performances at the ticket window. Lap passes $5 for children 3 and younger (not available for Cargill shows recommended for 8+). ACT Pass subsidized tickets for patrons with financial barriers.
Tue, Oct 13 · 10:00 AMWill Hale & The Tadpole Parade (kids' concert)Pleasant Hill Library (Large Meeting Room) · For youth ages 2 and older. Siblings welcome. · Check official pricing
Through Oct 31 · 10:00 AMBeavers and Botanicals at the Bell MuseumBell Museum · Family · Included in the cost of regular admission (Youth 3-21 $12; Adult $15; 0-2 free)
Wed, Oct 14 · 4:00 PMCelebrate Science with the Science Museum of Minnesota at Hardwood Creek LibraryHardwood Creek Library (Children's Area) · Children Age 0-5, Children Age 6-12; caregivers encouraged to participate · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 14 · 9:30 AMCreativity Convention: MEA-break build-what-you-want daysLeonardo's Basement · Workshops begin October 10 for ages 6-17 (per Leonardo's Basement school-year workshop announcement) · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 14 · 4:00 PMMaker Kids Guest: Silly Millies – Clay Monsters!Ramsey County Library – Roseville · Children, Family, School Ages; limited to the first 30 participants · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 14 · 1:00 PMPotions Party (ages 6-12)Pleasant Hill Library (Large Meeting Room) · For youth ages 6–12 · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 15 · 11:00 AMAamodt's Apple Farm MEA Weekend wagon ridesAamodt's Apple Farm · Check age guidance · Free Admission & Parking — Always (ride prices not printed)
Thu, Oct 15 · 9:00 AMArtStart Fall Arts Camp: Diwali (MEA break)Prospect Park United Methodist Church · for ages 6-12 · $150 (two-day camp)
Thu, Oct 15 · 10:30 AMComedy Magic with Brodini!Arlington Hills Community Center / Arlington Hills Library · Family, Preschool, School Age; kids are a part of every show · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 15 · 5:30 PMDrumming and Storytelling: Minnesota Black Storytelling AllianceRondo Community Library at the Hallie Q. Brown Community Center · Family; welcoming to all ages · this event is free, open, and welcoming to all ages
Thu, Oct 15 · 4:00 PMFree Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History CenterMinnesota History Center · Family · Free admission and parking
Thu, Oct 15 · 11:00 AMHistory HiJinx: MEA WeekMinnesota History Center · Family · Free with admission (Adult $15; Child 5-17 $8; Child under 5 $0; College student, military, senior 65+ $12)
Thu, Oct 15 · 9:30 AMKids Cook: Macarons (MEA-break baking class)Cooks of Crocus Hill - St. Paul · Seats are for kids ages 8 to 12 only · $85.00 per seat
Thu, Oct 15 · 6:00 PMLantern-lit TrailsRichardson Nature Center · All ages welcome · Free
Thu, Oct 15 · 4:30 PMLego Stamping with Caponi Art Park at Chaska LibraryChaska Library (Fireplace area) · Ages 6-9 · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 15 · 11:15 AMPint-Sized Science: The "Buzz" on PollinatorsJohnsville Library (Meeting Room) · geared toward ages 5-9, but everyone five and up is welcome; Children: Grades 1 to 6 · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 15 · 2:00 PMSnake Discovery: Snake, Rattle and Roll (Woodbury)Central Park Amphitheater at R.H. Stafford Library · Families and animal lovers of all ages; audience listed as Children Age 6-12 · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 15 · 9:00 AMStages MEA Break Workshop: Page to Stage - Magical MysteryHopkins Center for the Arts · MEA Workshops | Grades 1-5 · Tuition Cost $155.00 (Class/Workshop); Waitlist $0.00
Thu, Oct 15 · 1:00 PMSTEAM Stations: Building & Engineering at Chanhassen LibraryChanhassen Library (Wilder Room) · Ages 5-12 · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 15 · 4:00 PMSTEM Inspirations with the Bakken Museum at the Savage LibrarySavage Library (Large Meeting Room) · Best for ages 4-11 and their caregivers · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 15 · 6:00 PMSunny's Pumpkin Nights at Fall Harvest OrchardFall Harvest Orchard · 2 and under free · Sunny's Pumpkin Walk $15; $10 with same-day daytime wristband purchase; 2 and under free
Through Oct 18Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF at Mall of AmericaMall of America, Nickelodeon Universe · Kids + Family · free
Thu, Oct 15Trivia on the Trails: Owl Trivia (self-guided)Dodge Nature Center, Main Property (Main Office Entrance) · All Ages · Free
Thu, Oct 15 · 10:00 AMTwin Cities Harvest Festival & MazeTwin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze · Kids under 36" free · All-inclusive, all-day ticket $20/person; kids under 36" free
Fri, Oct 16 · 12:00 PMBubble Magic Show / Magia con burbujasHennepin County Library – North Regional · Families, Kids, Teens; the workshop and performance is great for youth 4-18 years old · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 16 · 2:00 PMFalcon Encounter (live bird of prey)Pleasant Hill Library (Large Meeting Room) · For youth ages 4 and older. Siblings welcome. · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 16 · 11:00 AMFall Bookmark Craft Drop-In at the Shakopee LibraryShakopee Library · ages 5-12, who will be out of school due to Fall Break · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 16 · 1:00 PMGorgeous Glass: Holiday Ornaments (fused glass workshop)Minnetonka Center for the Arts · Ages 10 and up · $91.00 ea. (non-member; includes $25 firing fee)
Fri, Oct 16 · 9:00 AMHarvest Days at the Oliver H. Kelley FarmOliver H. Kelley Farm · Family · Ticketed ('Get Tickets'); admission amount not printed on the event page. Natural-dye add-on $5.
Fri, Oct 16 · 9:00 AMKids at the Castle: It's Fall (ASI)American Swedish Institute · Ages 2-5 (suggested); adults must accompany children · $20 per family (museum admission included)
Fri, Oct 16 · 7:00 PMOctober Star Party at the Bell MuseumBell Museum · Recommended for all ages · Free
Fri, Oct 16 · 1:00 PMReptiles Around the World at Oakdale LibraryOakdale Library (Large Conference Room 125) · Children Age 6-12 · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 17 · 8:00 PMAnoka Halloween Bonfire at City HallAnoka City Hall · for all ages · Free
Sat, Oct 17 · 10:00 AMAnoka Halloween Children's Costume ContestRiverfront Memorial Park · This event will be open to ages 0-10 · Free
Sat, Oct 17 · 1:00 PMAnoka Halloween Children's Pumpkin Carving ContestRiverfront Memorial Park · Perfect event for children ages 3 to 12 · Free
Sat, Oct 17 · 7:00 PMAnoka Halloween Light Up the Night ParadeAnoka Main Street · Check age guidance · Free
Sat, Oct 17 · 11:00 AMBe a Baby Beaver at the BellBell Museum · Recommended for ages 2-5 years old with their families, but all ages are welcome · Included in the cost of regular admission (Youth 3-21 $12; Adult $15; 0-2 free)
Sat, Oct 17 · 1:30 PMChemists in the Library (MN American Chemical Society)Heritage Library (Large Meeting Room) · For youth ages 6 and older · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 17 · 7:00 PMCreatures of the Night at Afton State ParkAfton State Park Visitor Center · Not stated · Program free; state park vehicle permit required
Sat, Oct 17 · 10:15 AMGerman Storytime at GAI CafeGermanic-American Institute · babies, toddlers, and young children with parents · This is a free event and registration is required
Sat, Oct 17 · 12:30 PMHalloween Family Fun Day at Weaver Lake Park (Maple Grove)Weaver Lake Park · Ages: 2 to 8 · $6 per child
Sat, Oct 17 · 1:00 PMHalloween Spooktacular at Riverdale Village (Coon Rapids)Riverdale Village Shopping Center (playground) · for all ages · FREE community event
Sat, Oct 17 · 1:00 PMHalloween Stories with Chelly & Turnip at Mueller Park (HOBT)Mueller Park · For the whole family · Not printed on the event page
Sat, Oct 17 · 11:00 AMHilltop Pumpkin Party and 73rd Annual Rotary Halloween Parade (Hudson, WI)Camp St. Croix DayCroix · Costume contest age groups: 4 years and younger; 5-7 years; 8-10 years; 11 years and up · FREE!
Sat, Oct 17 · 10:00 AMRocky's Pumpkin Patch (Coon Rapids)Sand Creek Park · Check age guidance · FREE
Sat, Oct 17 · 8:00 AMSensory Friendly Saturday at the Bell MuseumBell Museum · Individuals, families and children who have sensory sensitivities · Not printed on the event page
Sat, Oct 17 · 10:00 AMSever's Fall FestivalSever's Fall Festival · Kids 3 and under are free admission and do not need a ticket · General Admission $19 (valid for unlimited visits all season); kids 3 and under free; premium attractions extra
Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 AMWalk with a Naturalist at Manomin ParkManomin Park · All ages · Free
Sun, Oct 18 · 12:00 PMAnoka Halloween Marc Washburn Memorial Medallion HuntGeorge Green Park · 12PM-2PM Family and Children Hunt, 12 and under; 2:30PM-4:30PM Open Hunt, all ages · $3 Anoka Halloween Button
Sun, Oct 18 · 1:00 PMDrop-In Discoveries: Fall Scavenger Hunt HikeEastman Nature Center · All ages welcome · Free
Tue, Oct 20 · 7:30 PMThe Sound of Music (Hennepin Arts, Orpheum Theatre)Orpheum Theatre · Age recommendation section present on page but text not captured · Ticket prices not printed on the event page
Thu, Oct 22 · 5:30 PMFamily Movie Night at North Regional LibraryHennepin County Library – North Regional · Kids and families · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 22 · 5:30 PMFIRST Robotics Demonstration at R.H. Stafford LibraryR.H. Stafford Library (Kids Space) · Children Age 6-12 · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 22 · 6:00 PMMystery Youth Writing Contest Celebration and Rebecca Ansari Author VisitStillwater Public Library (Margaret Rivers Room A&B) · Children Age 6-12; contest for writers ages 8-12 · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 22 · 4:30 PMSpooky Folding Halloween Sea Monster (grades 1-8)Centennial Library (Community Room) · intended for youth in grades 1st through 8th · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 23 · 1:15 PMAnoka Halloween Big Parade of Little PeopleAnoka Main Street · Check age guidance · Free
Fri, Oct 23 · 5:30 PMCatrina Festival (Chaska)Chaska Event Center · Check age guidance · Free
Fri, Oct 23 · 7:00 PMFlashlight Pumpkin Hunt & Dance (Blaine)Tom Ryan Park · Check age guidance · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 23 · 6:00 PMHalloween Party at Minnesota Children's MuseumMinnesota Children's Museum · Kid-friendly, not-so-scary Halloween fun · General Admission $30; Members $15 (includes museum admission and a trick-or-treat bag)
Fri, Oct 23 · 3:45 PMSTEAM Activity: Pumpkin Carving (teens)Hennepin County Library – Roosevelt · Preteens, Teens; geared towards teens · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 23 · 3:00 PMStuffed Animal Sleepover at Chaska LibraryChaska Library (Children's area) · All ages with a focus on children age 2+ · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 24 · 1:00 PMAnoka Halloween Grande Day ParadeAnoka Main Street · Check age guidance · Free
Sat, Oct 24 · 9:15 AMBabies at the Castle: Eyes as Big as Plates (ASI)American Swedish Institute · Caregivers and infants up to 18 months · $21 adult and one infant ($16 ASI member and one infant); $17 additional adult
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AMBig Woods HalloweenEastman Nature Center · 4 Years and Up · $8/person
Sat, Oct 24 · 2:00 PMBrooklyn Park Spooktacular at Zanewood Recreation CenterZanewood Recreation Center · Check age guidance · FREE event, no registration required
Sat, Oct 24 · 4:00 PMChaska Halloween JamboreeChaska Community Center · Check age guidance · Free (small fee for haunted house)
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AMChess and LEGO Play at Walker LibraryHennepin County Library – Walker · For children and their families · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 24 · 4:30 PMEnchanted Forest HalloweenLowry Nature Center · All ages welcome. Under 2 free · $8/person. Under 2 free
Sat, Oct 24 · 1:00 PMFall Festival at Wargo Nature CenterWargo Nature Center · All ages · Free
Sat, Oct 24 · 6:30 PMFall Luminary Hike at Lake Maria State ParkLake Maria State Park Trail Center · Not stated · Program free; state park vehicle permit required
Sat, Oct 24 · 12:00 PMHalloween Extravaganza at Dodge Nature Center's Shepard FarmShepard Farm (Dodge Nature Center) · All Ages; Kids 2 & Under Free · Online tickets $8; day-of tickets $10; kids 2 & under free
Sat, Oct 24 · 1:00 PMHalloween Spook-tacular at Harriet Alexander Nature Center (Roseville)Harriet Alexander Nature Center · Adults and children under 1 are free · $8/youth participant. Adults and children under 1 are free.
Sat, Oct 24 · 11:00 AMHalloween Trail Walk at Viking Lakes (Eagan)Viking Lakes · Check age guidance · $6/child; adults are free with a food donation to The Open Door
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:30 AMLaternen-Bastelworkshop: Make Your Own German LanternGermanic-American Institute · Children ages 4-11 ... Every child must be accompanied by an adult · Non-Members: $39 per parent & child (GAI Members: $29); additional child/lantern $20
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AMMagical Creature Mania (Children's Theatre Company workshop)Hennepin County Library – Plymouth · Preschool-Kindergarten and their caregivers · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 24 · 3:00 PMSpooky Trains! Halloween Night TrainsTwin City Model Railroad Museum · Family; children 4 and under free · Spooky Trains admission $10 per person; children 4 and under free
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AMSpotlight Science: Beavers and Beyond!Bell Museum · Recommended for all ages · Included in the cost of regular admission (Youth 3-21 $12; Adult $15; 0-2 free)
Sat, Oct 24 · 2:30 PMSTEAM Saturday: Pumpkin Decorating!Saint Anthony Park Library · Family, School Age; kid and family program · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 24 · 11:00 AMThe Great Minnesota Show & TellMinnesota History Center · Participation is open to all ages; participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult · Regular site admission (Adult $15; Children 5-17 $8; age 4 and under free)
Sat, Oct 24 · 1:00 PMTrunk or Treat Halloween Party at Maple Grove Community CenterMaple Grove Community Center (parking lot) · All ages · Free
Sun, Oct 25 · 10:00 AMBOOnion Depot at Union DepotUnion Depot, Waiting Room · Check age guidance · Free
Sun, Oct 25 · 3:00 PMGeocaching for TreatsBaker Outdoor Learning Center · Ages 5 years and up · $8/child
Sun, Oct 25 · 12:00 PMHalloween Skating Party at Burnsville Ice CenterBurnsville Ice Center · Check age guidance · Admission is FREE!! Skate Rental: $6 Skate Sharpening: $8
Sun, Oct 25 · 1:00 PMPierre Bottineau House Open HouseHistoric Pierre Bottineau House, Elm Creek Park Reserve · All ages welcome · Free
Sun, Oct 25 · 8:00 AMSensory Sunday at Urban Air Apple ValleyUrban Air Adventure Park Apple Valley · all ages · Sensory Sunday pricing in the park's online ticket flow
Sun, Oct 25 · 6:00 PMSpooky Skate at Coon Rapids Ice CenterCoon Rapids Ice Center · Check age guidance · Regular admission rates apply
Sun, Oct 25 · 10:00 AMSpooky Sweets & Halloween Treats (kids baking class)Cooks of Crocus Hill - St. Paul · Seats are for kids only, ages 8 to 10 · $85.00 per seat
Sun, Oct 25 · 1:00 PMThe Great Sculpture Costume CrawlSilverwood Park · All ages welcome · Free
Sun, Oct 25 · 1:00 PMTrick or Treat Geocaching at Cleary Lake (Scott County)Cleary Lake Regional Park · All ages are welcome · $8/person
Mon, Oct 26 · 11:30 AMScience Heroes: Digging It (family STEM show)Rum River Library (Meeting Room A & B) · for the whole family; audience listed as Children: Grades 1 to 6 · Check official pricing
Mon, Oct 26 · 5:00 PMSTEAM: Marshmallow Engineering (K-6)St. Francis Library · Children from Kindergarten through 6th grade · Check official pricing
Tue, Oct 27 · 4:30 PMLEGO Brick Builders at Columbia Heights Public LibraryColumbia Heights Public Library (Community Room, Room 100) · Ages 6+; Children: Grades 1 to 6, Teen · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 29 · 5:00 PMHalloween Family Fun Night with Brooklyn Park PoliceBrooklyn Park Police Department Garage (North Precinct) · for the whole family · FREE, no registration required
Thu, Oct 29 · 5:30 PMSpooky Basement at Bayport Public LibraryBayport Public Library (Children's Area and basement) · All Ages · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 30 · 6:00 PMBurnsville Halloween Fest at Nicollet Commons ParkNicollet Commons Park · Open to all ages · $8 per family (pre-registration required)
Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30 AMFri-Yay! Costume Party at Roseville LibraryRamsey County Library – Roseville · geared towards children ages 2 to 5 · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 30 · 4:00 PMHalloween in Watertown (downtown trick-or-treating and library craft)Watertown Library and downtown Watertown businesses · All Ages, Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Families · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 30 · 3:30 PMMiddle School Halloween Party at Commons Park (Mississippi Library)Commons Park Recreation Building · Ages 10 - 14 · Free to all and no registration required
Fri, Oct 30 · 10:00 AMTrick or Treat Geocaching at Mississippi GatewayMississippi Gateway Regional Park · All ages welcome · $7/person
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AMCreate-a-Creature! Halloween drop-in at Fort Snelling State ParkFort Snelling State Park, Thomas C. Savage Visitor Center · Not stated (family drop-in) · Program free; state park vehicle permit required
Sat, Oct 31 · 2:30 PMFunLab! Halloween at Dayton's Bluff LibraryDayton's Bluff Library (Metropolitan State University Library and Learning Center) · designed for ages 7-11 · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 31 · 11:00 AMHalloween Bat Walk at Wild River State ParkWild River State Park Trail Center · best for ages 6-adult · Free program; state park vehicle permit required
Sat, Oct 31 · 1:00 PMHalloween on the FarmOliver H. Kelley Farm · Family · Ticketed ('Get Tickets'); admission amount not printed on the event page
Sat, Oct 31 · 5:00 PMNot So Scary Trick or Treat at Midtown Global MarketMidtown Global Market · all-ages · free
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AMNot So Spooky Creatures: Owl Pellets and Bats at William O'Brien State ParkWilliam O'Brien State Park Visitor Center · Owl pellet session: all ages; bats session: kid's program · Program free; state park vehicle permit required
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AMPinehaven Farm Halloween PartyPinehaven Farm · Kids ages 2–12 can trick-or-treat; ages 2 and younger are free · General Admission Day Pass price not printed in page text; season pass regular price $60 + tax/person
Sat, Oct 31 · 2:00 PMSpooky SpidersRichardson Nature Center · All ages welcome · $6/person
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30 AMSpooky STEM Saturday at Monticello Public LibraryMonticello Public Library · Kids ages 4 to 12 with their families · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 31 · 8:00 AMTrick or Treat at the Richfield Farmers Market (Closing Day)Richfield Farmers Market · All are welcome · Free
Sun, Nov 1 · 11:30 AMDia de Muertos Celebration at Midtown Global MarketMidtown Global Market · Check age guidance · Check official pricing
Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AMFamily Archery at Elm CreekElm Creek Park Reserve · Ages 8 years and up · $12/person
Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AMGourd-eous Gourds family clay workshop (ART@HAND)Northern Clay Center · Ages 6+. All skill levels welcome. · Fee: FREE
Sun, Nov 1 · 9:00 AMMill City Farmers Market Indoor Winter MarketMill City Museum · Check age guidance · no entry fee required
Sun, Nov 1 · 2:00 PMPokémon Collectible Card Club at St. Louis Park LibraryHennepin County Library – St. Louis Park · Grades 2-8 · Check official pricing
Mon, Nov 2 · 10:30 AMAcoustic Rock for Kids with John KernsRamsey County Library – Maplewood · made for children ages 2-12 and for all families · Check official pricing
Through Jan 3Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (Children's Theatre Company)Children's Theatre Company · Best enjoyed by everyone · Ticket prices vary by performance and are not printed on the show page; fees apply. Lap passes $5 for children 3 years and younger (in person, day of show). Rush tickets one hour before performances. ACT Pass subsidized tickets available.
Fri, Nov 6 · 4:30 PMLaternenfest (St. Martin's Day lantern walk)Germanic-American Institute · families with children (all ages) · Free, Register Here (food available for purchase)
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AMAsian Americans and Pacific Islanders in STEM DayScience Museum of Minnesota · All ages (not stated) · 'GET TICKETS' links to museum admission (Adult $34.95; Youth 4-17 $24.95; under 4 free; Great Tix $3); no separate event price printed
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AMCeramic Acorn Dish family workshopMinnetonka Center for the Arts · Ages 8 and up · $69.00 ea. (non-member)
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AMCollectors Day 2026 at the Bell MuseumBell Museum · Recommended for all ages · Not printed on the event page; museum admission applies unless stated (Youth $12, Adult $15)
Sat, Nov 7 · 2:00 PMFamily Jigsaw Puzzle CompetitionStillwater Public Library (Margaret Rivers Room A&B) · Teams of 2 to 5 people; puzzles suited for ages 8-12; whole family welcome, adults included · Check official pricing
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:30 AMFirst Saturday Storytime with Chelly & Turnip the Dog (HOBT)In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre · All are welcome · Free
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AMFree First Saturday at the Walker Art Center: Designing TogetherWalker Art Center · Family event; all ages · Free, registration required
Sat, Nov 7 · 3:00 PMNight Trains 2026-2027 Season at Twin City Model Railroad MuseumTwin City Model Railroad Museum · Family; children 4 and under free · $15 per guest, children 4 and under are free; no group rate during Night Trains
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:30 AMSaturday Build What YOU WantLeonardo's Basement · Builders ages 6-16 (Sorry adults! These workshops are just for ages 6-16) · Check official pricing
Sun, Nov 8 · 1:00 PMOpen Chess Club at Shoreview LibraryRamsey County Library – Shoreview · Appropriate for ages 5 - 18; kids and caregivers · Check official pricing
Sun, Nov 8 · 8:00 AMSensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art CenterWalker Art Center · All ages · Free, registration required
Tue, Nov 10 · 4:30 PMWatercolor Wonder Workshop: CornucopiasMinnetonka Center for the Arts · Ages 10 and up · $57.00 ea. (non-member)
Wed, Nov 11 · 11:00 AMBeyond the Yellow Ribbon Veterans Day Event (Maple Grove)Central Park · All ages · Free
Thu, Nov 12 · 4:00 PMHunger Games Fandom Party (grades 6-12)Ramsey County Library – Shoreview · open to anyone in grades 6-12 · Check official pricing

Places and ongoing programs

Session in progressActing Workshop (fall Saturday class, ages 8-11)YPC Headquarters in St. Paul · Ages: 8 - 11 · $125.00 per 5-week session
Visit on your scheduleAmerican Swedish InstituteAmerican Swedish Institute · All ages welcome; Youth 6-18; children 0-5 free · ASI members free; Adults $17; Adults 62 and above $15; Youth and students (ages 6-18 and university students with ID) $10; Children ages 0-5 free; Limited income admission $1 (Museums for All: TANF, MFIP, WIC, SNAP, EBT, General Assistance, Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, SSI, SSDI, Section 8, free/reduced lunch). Prices subject to change for festivals.
Visit on your scheduleBell MuseumBell Museum · Youth 3-21; 0-2 years free; guests 12 and under require adult supervision · Museum gallery admission: Adult $15, Adult 65+ $13, Youth (3-21) $12, 0-2 years free, UMN student $5, Bell members free. Planetarium show: Adult $10, 65+ $9, Youth $8 (members half price). Combo museum & planetarium: Adult $21, 65+ $18, Youth $16. Reduced prices for qualifying guests and waived admission for Indigenous peoples (see reduced admission page).
Visit on your scheduleBloomington Ice Garden open skateBloomington Ice Garden · all ages · All ages: $5 per person; Coupon Book: $25 for 6 coupons
Session in progressBloomington Ice Garden Skate School - Winter session (Learn to Skate USA)Bloomington Ice Garden · Snowplow Sam (ages 3-6+); Basic 1-6 (age 5+); Free Skate (age 6+); Adults (age 13+) · Session fee shown in the online registration (WebTrac); free skate rental included
Visit on your scheduleBuck Hill Snow TubingBuck Hill · Must be 42" or taller to tube; children must be supervised · 2-hour session $17 online / $22 onsite (Thu–Fri), $21 online / $26 onsite (Sat–Sun & holidays); Late Night from $12 online
Visit on your scheduleComo Park Zoo & ConservatoryComo Park Zoo & Conservatory · All ages · Free. A voluntary donation of $8 for an adult and $5 for a child is appreciated; you are always welcome whether or not you choose to make a donation.
Visit on your scheduleCrayola Experience Mall of AmericaCrayola Experience Mall of America · Great for kids of all ages; children ages 2 and under free · General admission price is loaded dynamically and was not printed in page text. Printed offers: children ages 2 and under free (on-site); late admission $20.99 when entering two hours before close (on-site); Crayola Experience + SEA LIFE combo $38.99; annual pass $49.99; free ticket for military/first responders and pre-K-12 teachers with ID; free admission within 7 days of your birthday.
Session in progressCreate A Play (fall Saturday theatre class, ages 5-8)YPC Headquarters in St. Paul · Ages: 5 - 8 · $100.00 per 5-week session
Recurring / by appointmentDrop-In Youth Climbing at Minneapolis Bouldering ProjectMinneapolis Bouldering Project · geared for youth ages 5-12 · Check official pricing
Visit on your scheduleEloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary (final fall weekends)Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary · Check age guidance · Not stated on page
Visit on your scheduleGibbs FarmGibbs Farm · All Ages; children 4-16 child rate; 3 and under free · Admission $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS members (discount noted; details truncated on page).
Visit on your scheduleGood Times Park Eagan (indoor playground)Good Times Park Eagan · Paid admission is required for each child through 17 years old; no charge for babies under 1 year with a paid older sibling or supervising adults age 18+ · $13.00 + tax per child (Age 0-17); supervising adults 18+ free; memberships available
Visit on your scheduleGood Times Park Woodbury (indoor playground)Good Times Park Woodbury · Paid admission is required for each child through 17 years old; no charge for babies under 1 year with a paid older sibling or supervising adults age 18+ · $13.00 + tax per child (Age 0-17); supervising adults 18+ free; memberships available
Visit on your scheduleHistoric Fort SnellingHistoric Fort Snelling · Children ages 5-17 child rate; age 4 and under free · Adults $12; Seniors, veterans, active military, college students $10; Children ages 5-17 $8; Children age 4 and under free; MNHS members free; Blue Star Families free (on-site only); Museums for All (free admission). Parking $6.
Visit on your scheduleJames J. Hill HouseJames J. Hill House · Children ages 5-17 child rate; ages 4 and under free · Adults $15; Seniors (65+), veterans, active military, college students $12; Children ages 5-17 $8; Children ages 4 and under free; MNHS members free; Blue Star Families free (Armed Forces Day-Labor Day).
Visit on your scheduleJoyer Adventure Farm at Waldoch Farm – Fall FunJoyer Adventure Farm at Waldoch Farm · Ages 3 and up need a ticket (2 and under free); children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult · Mon & Wed–Fri $16.99 online / $21.99 at the door; Sat & Sun $19.99 online / $24.99 at the door; plus tax; 2 and under free
Recurring / by appointmentJumperoo toddler time at Urban Air Apple ValleyUrban Air Adventure Park Apple Valley · toddler time; the Oct 13-14 free sessions were '5 and unders only' · Jumperoo pricing in the park's online ticket flow; Oct 13-14 sessions advertised as FREE
Session in progressLittle Explorers Thursday at Como ZooComo Park Zoo & Conservatory (Visitor Center) · Perfect for the 1-3 year old (but every age is welcome) · FREE
Session in progressLundstrum Performing Arts Developing Artists classes (ages 4-14)Lundstrum Performing Arts · Developing Artists (Ages 4-14) · Check official pricing
Session in progressMDT School Primary Division (creative dance, ages 4-6)Minnesota Dance Theatre · For ages 4-6 (Primary I: Ages 4-5; Primary II: Ages 5-6) · Primary I & II: $320 per semester; $35.00 registration fee
Visit on your scheduleMill City MuseumMill City Museum · Children ages 5-17 child rate; age 4 and under free · Adults $15; Seniors 65+, veterans, active military, college students $12; Children ages 5-17 $8; Children age 4 and under free; MNHS members free; Blue Star Families free (Armed Forces Day-Labor Day, on-site only); Museums for All (free admission); Museums on Us card holder offer. Tickets are available on-site only.
Visit on your scheduleMinnesota Children's MuseumMinnesota Children's Museum · Exhibits for ages 3 & under, 4 to 8, and 9 & up; ticket required for all visitors age one and older · Onsite walk-up tickets $24.95; online advance tickets $17.95 (purchased more than one week before visit) to $19.95 (within one week). A ticket is required for all visitors age one and older. All Play income-based tickets $5.00 (EBT, WIC, National School Lunch Program letter or tribal ID). Securian Financial Free First Sunday: free the first Sunday of each month, reservations required.
Visit on your scheduleMinnesota History CenterMinnesota History Center · Children ages 5-17 child rate; age 4 and under free · Adults $15; Seniors 65+, veterans, active military, college students $12; Children ages 5-17 $8; Children age 4 and under free; MNHS members free; Blue Star Families free (Armed Forces Day-Labor Day, on-site only); Museums for All (free admission); Museums on Us card holder offer.
Visit on your scheduleMinnesota Transportation Museum (Jackson Street Roundhouse)Jackson Street Roundhouse, Minnesota Transportation Museum · All ages; Adults 18+, Students 6-15, Pre-K 3-5, Infants 0-3 · Adults (18+) $10.70; Students (6-15) $8.56; Pre-K (3-5) $5.35; Infants (0-3) price not printed; Family of 4 bundle (2 adults + 2 children) $37.45. Museums for All: tickets must be purchased at the ticket window with EBT card and photo ID.
Visit on your scheduleMinnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge – Bloomington Education and Visitor CenterMinnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Bloomington Education and Visitor Center · Check age guidance · All programs and events are free and open to the public; no entrance fee listed
Visit on your scheduleMinnesota ZooMinnesota Zoo · Children ages 2 and younger free; Children ages 3-12; Adults ages 13-64; Adults 65+ · Non-member general admission: Children ages 2 and younger free; Children ages 3-12 $19.95; Adults ages 13-64 $25.95; Adults 65+ $23.95. Parking $10 per car (free for members). Free to Explore program: free daytime admission for Minnesota residents enrolled in TANF, MFIP, SNAP, MFAP, GA, MSA, Medical Assistance/MinnesotaCare, WIC, Head Start, FDPIR, Housing Support or resident disabled veterans (advance reservation required; parking still $10).
Session in progressMusic for Families (6 wk-5 yr) - Apple Valley fall semesterMacPhail Center for Music - Apple Valley · Ages 6 weeks - 5 years with parent/caregiver · Tuition: $224.00 ($18.67 per session); 50% discount for additional siblings
Recurring / by appointmentMusical Story Times - Minneapolis (Sing Play Learn drop-in)Westminster Presbyterian Church (temporary; MacPhail Minneapolis building reopening planned Oct 19) · For ages 6 weeks through 4 years (Age Range: 6 weeks - 4 years 6 months), with parent · Tuition: $12.50 per class
Session in progressMusical Theatre Showcase (fall Saturday class, ages 11-14)YPC Headquarters in St. Paul · Ages: 11 - 14 · $125.00 per 5-week session
Session in progressOnce Upon A Story Time at Wargo Nature CenterWargo Nature Center · Ages 2+ with adult · Free
Visit on your scheduleParade Ice Garden open skatingParade Ice Garden · all ages · Open Skating - Adults and Youth: $5; Seniors: $3; Kids Under 5: Free; Skate Rentals: $3; Skating Aid: $3
Recurring / by appointmentPottery Punch Card for Teens (Saturday wheel classes)Northern Clay Center · For ages 13 to 17 only · Fee: $295 (eight 2-hour classes)
Session in progressPuppet Toddler Music Time (HOBT)In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre · Suggested ages: Toddlers and Pre-K · Not printed on the event page
Session in progressRoseville Skate School - Winter/Spring 2026-2027 session (Learn to Skate USA)Roseville Skating Center / Guidant John Rose MN OVAL · Ages 3-5, Ages 4-8, Ages 6-8, Ages 9-18 (adult 18+ class also offered) · 30 Minute Classes: Resident $198.00, Non-Resident $208.00; 75 Minute Classes: Resident $231.00, Non-Resident $241.00; plus Learn to Skate USA membership $18.50
Recurring / by appointmentRoyal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery at the Minnesota ZooMinnesota Zoo (Discovery Bay) · All ages · Included with Zoo admission (Children 3-12 $19.95; Adults 13-64 $25.95; 2 and younger free; parking $10); no additional fee
Recurring / by appointmentSchool of Rock Eden Prairie youth music programsSchool of Rock Eden Prairie · Little Wing: Ages 4-5; Rookies: Ages 6-7; Rock 101: Ages 8-13; Performance Program: Ages 8-18 · Check official pricing
Recurring / by appointmentSchool of Rock St. Paul youth music programsSchool of Rock St. Paul · Rookies: Ages 6-7; Rock 101: Ages 8-13; Performance Program: Ages 8-18 · Check official pricing
Visit on your scheduleScience Museum of MinnesotaScience Museum of Minnesota · Adult 18+; Youth 4-17; children under 4 free · Adult (18+) $34.95; Youth (4-17) $24.95; children under 4 free. Great Tix income-based rate $3 (TANF, MFIP, WIC, General Assistance, Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, SSI, SSDI, Food Stamps, Section 8, Free/Reduced Price School Meals). Indigenous Museum Access free. Admission includes one Omnitheater show; additional movies $9.95. Parking $15.
Visit on your scheduleSEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium at Mall of AmericaSEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, Mall of America · Child and adult tickets · Admission starting at $25 per adult; child tickets advertised at a $10 sale price (Back to School Sale) at time of checking. Annual passes and Crayola Experience combo tickets ($38.99) also sold.
Session in progressSecurian Financial Free First Sunday at Minnesota Children's MuseumMinnesota Children's Museum · All ages; children must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older · Free (reservations required). Regular admission otherwise $17.95-$24.95; All Play income-based tickets $5.
Visit on your scheduleSky Zone Eagan trampoline park (Toddler Zone, Freestyle Jump)Sky Zone Eagan · all ages; Toddler Zone for the youngest jumpers · Jump ticket prices shown only in the online ticket purchase flow
Visit on your scheduleSky Zone Maple Grove trampoline park (Toddler Zone, Freestyle Jump)Sky Zone Maple Grove · all ages; Toddler Zone for the youngest jumpers · Jump ticket prices shown only in the online ticket purchase flow
Visit on your scheduleThe Bakken MuseumThe Bakken Museum · Children (4-17); children 3 and under free · Adults $14; Seniors (65+) $12; Students (with ID) $11; Children (4-17) $10; Children (3 and under) free; Members free; Native American admission free; Limited Income admission $1.
Visit on your scheduleThe Works MuseumThe Works Museum · Designed for kids ages 5-12 and their families · Adults and children (ages 2 and up) $14 per person; children under 2 free; members free. Discounted admissions available through the Gateway access program.
Session in progressTots & Trains at the Jackson Street RoundhouseJackson Street Roundhouse, Minnesota Transportation Museum · Suggested ages 0-6 (page also says interactive train play for kids ages 2-5) · Adults (18+) $10.70; Students (6-15) $8.56; Pre-K (3-5) $5.35; Family of 4 bundle $37.45; infants 0-3 price not printed. Museums for All at the ticket window with EBT card and photo ID.
Visit on your scheduleTwin City Model Railroad MuseumTwin City Model Railroad Museum · All ages; adults $10 (5 years and older), children 4 and under free · Daytime admission: Adults $10 (5 years and older); children 4 and under free; group rate (10 or more) $8 per person. Night Trains admission: $15 per guest, children 4 and under free (no group rate).
Visit on your scheduleUrban Air Adventure Park Apple ValleyUrban Air Adventure Park Apple Valley · all ages; Jumperoo toddler time for 5 and under · Unlimited Play $34.99 (every attraction, all day); Parent Ticket $17.49; Urban Air Socks $4.49 required
Visit on your scheduleUrban Air Adventure Park Coon RapidsUrban Air Adventure Park Coon Rapids · all ages; Jumperoo toddler time Tue/Wed mornings · Unlimited Play $29.99 (every attraction, all day); Parent Ticket $14.99; socks $4.49
Visit on your scheduleUrban Air Adventure Park PlymouthUrban Air Adventure Park Plymouth · all ages; Toddler Time Tue/Wed mornings · Unlimited Play $29.99 (all day, excludes go-karts); Unlimited Play+ $39.99; Parent Ticket $14.99; socks $4.49
Recurring / by appointmentVertical Endeavors Base Club (youth climbing club, ages 6-9) - MinneapolisVertical Endeavors - Minneapolis · Base Club Ages 6-9 · Price: $130/month
Visit on your scheduleWalker Art CenterWalker Art Center · Children (18 and under) free · Adults $18; Seniors (65+) $16; Students (with ID) $12; Active military and their families $9; EBT cardholders free; Children (18 and under) free; Citizens and members of Tribal Nations free; Walker members free. Free Thursday Nights 5-9 pm and Free First Saturdays. Museums for All: visitors accessing SNAP benefits receive free gallery admission.
Visit on your scheduleWestwood Hills Nature CenterWestwood Hills Nature Center · Check age guidance · Admission and parking are free
Visit on your scheduleWinter Recreation Area at Elm Creek (snow tubing, beginner ski hill)Winter Recreation Area at Elm Creek, Elm Creek Park Reserve · Tubing: not stated. Downhill: children ages 4-years-old and under ski free with a paid adult · Snow tubing $22 per person for 2 hours (2026–27); half-price Wednesdays $11. Downhill daily pass $20 plus tax (2025–26 rate shown)
Recurring / by appointmentZenon Dance School youth program - fall sessionZenon Dance Company and School (Hennepin Center for the Arts) · movers ages 3 - 14 years · Fall Youth Enrollment $208 for 13 weeks; Youth Drop-In and Youth 10 Class Card also accepted