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Grand Old Day Kick-Off to Summer in Saint Paul

Published May 31, 2026 | Updated May 31, 2026 | by Kim | 1 Comment

Grand Old Day, the largest free celebration in the Midwest, takes place Sunday, June 7th in Saint Paul. Saint Paul's Grand Old Day is the official Kickoff to Summer. As the largest free celebration in the Midwest, this Saint Paul tradition has been taking place for fifty years. After a few years off, we are Continue Reading

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Kids Summer Movie Deals in Minnesota

Published May 24, 2026 | Updated May 24, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

If you've been wanting to go to the movie theatre, now is the time to go! You will save big with our roundup of Kids Summer Movie Deals in Minnesota. Summer is a great time to save at movie theatres throughout our state. Many theatres offer reduced admission and concession prices certain days of the week. Some Continue Reading

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$1 Kids Summer Movie Series at St. Michael Cinema 15

Published May 24, 2026 | Updated May 24, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

Looking for a break from the heat and humidity for a few hours? Head to the St. Michael Cinema for their $1 Kids Movie Series. St. Michael Cinema 15 is offering 12 weeks of great affordable movies! The $1 Kids Summer Movie Series runs from June 6 - August 20, 2026. The $1 Kids Movie Series lasts 11 weeks, with Continue Reading

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AMC Summer Movie Camp for Kids

Published May 24, 2026 | Updated May 24, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

AMC Theatres throughout Minnesota are offering Summer Movie Camp for Kids with discounted admission two days per week. Are you looking for a great way to escape the heat and watch some of the best kid-approved films this summer? Visit AMC Theatres during their AMC Summer Movie Camp for Kids for reduced admission Continue Reading

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Saint Cloud Rox Baseball Team Offers Chisel’s Kids Club

Published May 17, 2026 | Updated May 17, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

The Saint Cloud Rox Baseball Team offers Chisel's Kids Club for children 12 and under this season.  The Saint Cloud Rox baseball team plays within the Northwoods League, a collegiate summer baseball league. Home games are played at Joe Faber Field in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, with their home opener on May 29th. Continue Reading

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Kids to Parks Day on May 16th

Published May 14, 2026 | Updated May 14, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

Get the whole family outside, enjoy the fresh air, and create memories at Kids to Parks Day Saturday, May 16th. The 16th annual Kids to Parks Day is happening Saturday, May 16th at various parks throughout the nation. An annual event, celebrated on the third Saturday of May, focuses on the importance of Continue Reading

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Whirlygig Music and Beer Festival

Published May 11, 2026 | Updated May 11, 2026 | by Kim | 1 Comment

Whirlygig, Minneapolis' biggest Music and Beer Festival, is May 15th- 17th, 2026 at Indeed Brewing Company. Indeed Brewing Company's Whirlygig is back! The weekend-long event takes place in conjunction with Art-A-Whirl, an annual artist studio tour throughout Northeast Minneapolis.  Entry to Continue Reading

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Homegrown Festival, Walk, and Run

Published May 1, 2026 | Updated May 1, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

The Homegrown Festival, Walk, and Run is Friday, May 8th, 2026 in Saint Cloud. This is your chance to race without spending a lot of money on registration- it's only $5 per person! Check out the 2026 Homegrown Walk, Run, and Festival at Wilson Park in Saint Cloud. The event on May 8th is part of the Bernick's Family Continue Reading

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TC Kids Run Free Program

Published April 9, 2026 | Updated April 9, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

Calling all runners! Kids 18 years of age and under can enter Twin Cities In Motion in-person events for free! Twin Cities in Motion has organized the TC Kids Run Free Program. This program allows youth to participate in their events FREE of charge. The organization supports this effort because running and exercise Continue Reading

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Get Discounted Groceries with Fare for All and Twin Cities Mobile Market

Published April 8, 2026 | Updated April 8, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

The Food Group of Minnesota offers groceries at a discount each month through Fare for All and Twin Cities Mobile Market sales. Have you noticed the price of everyday essentials skyrocketing over the past few years? The Food Group of Minnesota is here to help! The Food Group of Minnesota, a nonprofit Continue Reading

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Wright County Swappers Meet: Minnesota’s Largest Outdoor Market

Published April 8, 2026 | Updated April 9, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

The Wright County Swappers Meet opens for the season this Saturday, April 11th, 2026, in South Haven. The Wright County Swappers Meet is Minnesota's Largest Outdoor Market and has been family owned and operated since 1970. It has been recognized by WCCO viewers as Minnesota’s Best Flea Market in 2014.   If Continue Reading

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Bloody Mary Crawl in Downtown Saint Cloud

Published March 12, 2026 | Updated March 12, 2026 | by Kim | Leave a Comment

Do you consider yourself a Bloody Mary connoisseur? Find your favorite at the Downtown St. Cloud Bloody Mary Crawl! The St. Cloud Downtown Council is hosting a Bloody Mary Crawl on Sunday, March 29 from 11 am to 3 pm. I don't know about you, but I think a what makes a Bloody Mary complete are the garnishes! Continue Reading

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