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Minnesota Historical Society FREE Admission Days

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Four times a year the Minnesota Historical Society hosts a free admission day featuring historical sites and museums in the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota. Do you enjoy learning about the history of Minnesota? Then we have a thrifty tip for you! Every quarter, the Minnesota Historical Society hosts a free Continue Reading

Can Can Wonderland

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Ready for an epic adventure in St Paul? Look no further than Can Can Wonderland, an old can factory turned into arcade, mini golf, full kitchen and more! As my kids get older, I'm always looking for new places to explore and discover together! My oldest is almost 10 and loves mini golf, so I thought a visit to Can Continue Reading

Sioux Falls, SD Adventure

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Looking for a fun road trip adventure? Sioux Falls, South Dakota is under 4 hours from the Twin Cities-- it's affordable and lots of fun! I truly love going on road trips! When I was looking for places for our family to go this summer, I happened upon Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The timing was right-- under 4 hours Continue Reading

Sunday Pepsi Family Day at Canterbury Park

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Select Sundays are Pepsi Family Days at Canterbury Park, you can find Family Meal Deals, Face Painting, Pony Rides, Kids Race the Track and more! Are you looking for a fun family adventure? Look no further than Sunday Pepsi Family Days at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. Canterbury has a full line-up of summer Continue Reading

Community Fun Day hosted by Metro State University and St. Paul Public Library

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Head to Dayton's Bluff Branch of the St. Paul Public Library for Community Fun Day Saturday, June 27th! Ready for activities, entertainment, food and more for the whole family? Head to the Dayton's Bluff Branch of the St. Paul Public Library for Community Fun Day Saturday, June 27th starting at 2pm. Community Continue Reading

Afton Strawberry Festival & Marketplace

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Visit the St. Croix River town of Afton for a FREE two-day outdoor festival June 27th- 28th, 2026. Besides enjoying some delicious fresh, locally grown strawberries, they'll also have 90+ artist vendors showcasing and selling their goods, vintage and 2nd-hand vendors selling repurposed or vintage treasures and a Continue Reading

FREE Roller Skating at Rice Park in St. Paul

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You can roller skate for FREE Friday evenings June through September at Rice Park in St. Paul! I don't know about you but roller skating outside is definitely a highlight of summer for our family! There's nothing better than putting on your skates and safety gear before heading out for a summer stroll. Guess Continue Reading

Crystal Airport Open House and Fly-In

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The Crystal Airport Open House and Fly-In is taking place on Sunday, June 21st 8am - 3pm. Lots of fun for the whole family at the Crystal Airport Open House and Fly-In on Sunday, June 21st! Start the morning off with a pancake breakfast from 8am - 11:30am. It's $10 per person with kids under 3 FREE! (cash or check Continue Reading