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Depot Days of Summer - Kids Entertainment at Union Depot.

Depot Days of Summer at Union Depot in St. Paul

Published June 14, 2026 | Updated June 14, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

Head to Union Depot for their special Depot Days select Wednesdays of the month during summer. Union Depot is such a fun place to visit! We've shared about it a lot with their special events, local art fairs, the new Choo Choo Bob's Train Store and more. It's becoming more and more accessible to the entire Continue Reading

Filed Under: Events, St. Paul

Kids at Camp Urbie at Urban Air.

Urban Air Weeklong Summer Camp Giveaway

Published June 12, 2026 | Updated June 12, 2026 | by Hannah | 8 Comments

Special reader giveaway-- win a FREE Week at Urbie's Adventure Camp at Urban Air in Plymouth! Looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your kids? We are thrilled to partner with Urban Air in Plymouth to offer one lucky family a FREE week at Urbie's Adventure Camp! I don't know about you but around Continue Reading

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Hand Mod heart.

Hand Mod at Maplewood Mall

Published June 12, 2026 | Updated June 12, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

Make your own DIY creations at Hand Mod at Maplewood Mall! I have a slight obsession with Maplewood Mall! I love everything about it-- the double decker carousel, tons of local businesses to shop, ample play areas for my kids, what's not to love? We recently visited and checked out Hand Mod, an amazing DIY store Continue Reading

Filed Under: Attractions, Kids, Shop Local

Midtown Music and Arts Fest performer.

Midtown Arts & Music Festival at Midtown Global Market

Published June 12, 2026 | Updated June 12, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

The Midtown Arts & Music Festival is back for it's second year at Midtown Global Market on June 13th and 14th! Looking for a fun event to attend this weekend? Look no further than Midtown Arts & Music Festival! The free two-day event that celebrates creativity, culture, and connection will be held Continue Reading

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Lake Street Mural Day people on the street.

Lake Street Mural Day

Published June 12, 2026 | Updated June 12, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

Learn more about the 30+ murals on Lake Street during Lake Street Mural Day on Saturday, June 13th! Ever wondered about all the amazing and interesting murals that have been popping up on Lake Street in Minneapolis? The Lake Street Council has been busy hoping to make Lake Street the epicenter of Minneapolis. Continue Reading

Filed Under: Events, Minneapolis

Inflataworld at Maplewood Mall.

Inflataworld Now Open at Maplewood Mall

Published June 11, 2026 | Updated June 12, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

Inflataworld is back at Maplewood Mall this summer and it's free! Does your kiddo love inflatables? During covid-times we had a gigantic bounce house at our home and it honestly saved our sanity many times during the pandemic. My kids are still into inflatables after all these years and would love to check out Continue Reading

Filed Under: Attractions, Kids

Wanderlight Trail at MN Zoo.

Wanderlight Trail at the Minnesota Zoo open now through August 2nd!

Published June 7, 2026 | Updated June 6, 2026 | by Hannah | 2 Comments

Don't miss your chance to see these spectacular larger-than-life handmade lanterns at the Minnesota Zoo! Wanderlight Trail is open now through August 2nd. Brand new to the Minnesota Zoo this year is Wanderlight Trail, featuring spectacular, handmade, larger-than-life lanterns. It's truly an amazing experience to Continue Reading

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JC Penney Superhero Plaque.

JCPenney Kids Zone FREE Craft + Coupon

Published June 6, 2026 | Updated June 6, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

Head to JCPenney every second Saturday of the month for their Kids Zone featuring a free craft activity and an extra- savings coupon for the parents! Did you know JCPenney hosts a Kids Zone event every second Saturday of the month? Each month features a new free craft for kids, plus their adults receive an Continue Reading

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Michaels Ice Cream Pals.

Michaels In-Store FREE Craft Experiences

Published June 5, 2026 | Updated June 5, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

Head to your local Michaels for one of these In-Store Craft Experiences! Did you know Michaels hosts In-Store Craft Experiences? I have to admit I've shopped Michaels for years and didn't know about these events! UPDATE: Many of these events are completely free but some require attendees to buy select Continue Reading

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Lakeshore Learning In store free events.

Lakeshore Learning FREE In-Store Events

Published June 5, 2026 | Updated June 5, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

Lakeshore Learning has free in-store events for kids ages 3+ every month! Have you been to Lakeshore Learning? It's a store geared toward teachers and schools, filled with toys, books, supplies for any classroom. As a stay-at-home mom, I've been obsessed with their toys since my son was born! They make amazing Continue Reading

Filed Under: Events, Kids

Open Eye Theatre puppet and kids interacting.

Open Eye Theatre Driveway Tour

Published June 4, 2026 | Updated June 4, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

Interested in seeing an original outdoor puppet show in the Twin Cities this summer? You can with Open Eye Theatre's 2026 Driveway Tour! Every summer, Open Eye Theatre hosts a Driveway Tour all throughout the Twin Cities to bring accessible original, high-quality puppet shows to children and their families. Continue Reading

Filed Under: Events, Kids, Theater

Kirby Science Center Climber.

Kirby Science Discovery Center in Sioux Falls, SD

Published June 4, 2026 | Updated June 4, 2026 | by Hannah | Leave a Comment

If you're in Sioux Falls, visit the Kirby Science Discovery Center with its over 100 interactive and hands-on exhibits. Plus there's 50% off admission every day after 3pm! We are big fans of science museums in our house! I find that having something fun to do indoors during the afternoon heat in the summer is Continue Reading

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