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Music in the Park Events in Minnesota 2026

Published May 8, 2026 | Updated May 8, 2026 | by Laura | 6 Comments

Enjoy free outdoor concerts all summer long with Music in the Park events across Minnesota. Find a show near you with our city-by-city guide! I think most people love summer in Minnesota...even if it does get a little hot sometimes. It's a much-welcomed break from the cold and snow of wintertime, and it reminds Continue Reading

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Lil' Explorer Thursdays at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory.

Little Explorers Thursdays at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

Published May 7, 2026 | Updated May 7, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory Littles Explorers Thursdays at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory lets kids learn about animals and plants while participating in fun activities! I may have six kids now, but I remember well how difficult it was for me to fill the days when I just had one kiddo at home. I just Continue Reading

Filed Under: Events, Kids, St. Paul

Oakdale Minnesota Movies in the park.

FREE Outdoor Movies in Minnesota 2026

Published May 5, 2026 | Updated May 8, 2026 | by Laura | 4 Comments

There are so many places in Minnesota to watch outdoor movies for FREE this summer! Check out our BIG list! Summer is a fantastic time to get outdoors in Minnesota...even if you don't typically love the outdoors! Don't worry about roughing it camping or hiking – you can just as easily enjoy yourself while Continue Reading

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Free Family Day at Minneapolis Institute of Art

Published May 5, 2026 | Updated May 5, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

Celebrate Free Family Day at Minneapolis Institute of Art on the second Sunday of each month. There's a different theme each time! The Minneapolis Institute of Art hosts Family Day on the second Sunday of every month. Next up, on Sunday, May 10th, check out activities centered around the theme May the Force Be Continue Reading

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Tulip Festival at Brand Farms

Published May 2, 2026 | Updated May 4, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

Love tulips? Check out the Tulip Festival at Brand Farms in Farmington, Minnesota for a beautiful floral experience! Tulips are my FAVORITE flower, so I was so excited to see that there is a brand-new Tulip Festival opening in Farmington, Minnesota! The First Annual Tulip Festival opens TODAY (Saturday, May 2) Continue Reading

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Student at Hennepin Technical College Plant Sale.

Annual Spring Plant Sale at Hennepin Technical College

Published April 30, 2026 | Updated May 6, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Get ready for spring at the Spring Plant Sale May 5th - 7th, 2026 at Hennepin Technical College. Do you have a plan for your yard or garden this year? Now is the time to get ready! It's almost time for the Annual Spring Plant Sale at HTC. The sale takes place at the Greenhouse on the Brooklyn Park campus. Dates Continue Reading

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FREE MN State Parks Vehicle Permit for Active Military Personnel

Published April 29, 2026 | Updated April 26, 2026 | by Laura | 2 Comments

Did you know that military families get in FREE to all Minnesota state parks and recreation areas? It's true! In 2017 the Minnesota legislature approved a statute to provide FREE year-round vehicle permits to active military personnel in any branch or unit of the United States Armed Forces and veterans with a Continue Reading

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FREE Comic Book Day

Published April 27, 2026 | Updated April 26, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Free Comic Book Day is Saturday, May 2nd. Participating comic book stores will be giving away comics for FREE! Comic books have always been fun to look at. Some people collect them just to read, while others just have special editions or ones with special value. Whatever your reason, if you enjoy them, there is Continue Reading

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Art in Bloom 2026.

Art in Bloom 2026 at Minneapolis Institute of Art

Published April 23, 2026 | Updated April 24, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Experience Art in Bloom at the Minneapolis Institute of Art with floral arrangements inspired by fine art and special events throughout the 4-day celebration, April 23 - 26, 2026. With the April showers hopefully bringing May flowers, it is officially time for spring! Spring also means it's time for the annual Continue Reading

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Marcus Theatres Kids Movie Magic Summer Film Series – Discounted Admission + Concessions

Published April 23, 2026 | Updated April 22, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

With the school year winding down, it's time to start thinking about creative ways to fill our summer schedules. When summer rolls around, it's fun to spend as much time as possible outside. But sometimes it can just be too hot or humid to enjoy yourself, am I right? Mark your calendars for some air-conditioned Continue Reading

Filed Under: Great Deals, Kids, Movies

Minnesota State Parks.

FREE Admission Days to Minnesota State Parks 2026

Published April 22, 2026 | Updated April 22, 2026 | by Laura | 3 Comments

Throughout the year there are several days offering free admission to Minnesota State Parks with no entry fee or MN State Parks Pass needed. The next one is coming up soon! There will be four times during 2026 you can enjoy a FREE entrance day to all Minnesota State Parks! It's a wonderful opportunity to get Continue Reading

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Silverwood Park Outdoor Sculpture.

International Sculpture Day at Silverwood Park

Published April 21, 2026 | Updated April 21, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Celebrate International Sculpture Day this Saturday at Silverwood Park in St. Anthony! Maybe you want to get the family outside, but you're not exactly the "crunchy" type that likes to explore. Or maybe you're just looking for something unique to do this weekend. Whatever your motivation, you can head to the Continue Reading

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