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Rochester Art Center Free Family Day

Published January 14, 2026 | Updated January 14, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Head to Rochester Art Center for Free Family Day each month! The Mia isn't the only art museum in Minnesota to host a Free Family Day – Rochester Art Center has one, too! The next event is coming up Sunday, January 25th from 11 am - 4 pm. Enjoy a day of creativity and fun with free activities for the family. Continue Reading

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2026 Minneapolis Boat Show – Coupon Code to SAVE 20%

Published January 14, 2026 | Updated January 19, 2026 | by Laura | 19 Comments

The 2026 Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show is happening January 22-25, 2026. Plan ahead and save on your tickets with our coupon code! It's never too early to start dreaming about warmer weather! One popular event that happens every year to turn our minds to spring is the Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Continue Reading

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The Physics Force Public Shows

Published January 12, 2026 | Updated January 14, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

See the wonders of physics brought to life in The Physics Force show at the U of M's Northrup! If you haven't attended one of the Physics Force shows before, it's definitely worth a look! These theater productions feature big demos – with physicists dropping from the air and lighting being controlled through Continue Reading

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MacPhail Free Family Music Series: The Jolly Pops

Published January 12, 2026 | Updated January 11, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

At the MacPhail Free Family Music Series, not only can the whole family enjoy a great concert, but can also take a free sample lesson on the instruments featured and take part in a music-themed art project. Music is an important part of our lives...it's everywhere! That's why this particular event is a great way Continue Reading

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Give Kids A Smile FREE Dental Care Event

Published January 9, 2026 | Updated January 9, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Give Kids a Smile provides free dental care for Minnesota kids in need, and the next event is coming up early February! We all know going to the dentist is important, and even more so for kids! However, for some it's not something that's easy to fit into the budget. Give Kids a Smile is an event coming up Continue Reading

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Free Family Day at Minneapolis Institute of Art

Published January 7, 2026 | Updated January 7, 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, January 11th, check out activities centered around the theme Around the Continue Reading

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Hennepin County Fix-it Clinics

Published January 7, 2026 | Updated January 7, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

Do you have broken items sitting around your house that you don't know how to fix but you don't want to just throw away? If so, check out the Fix-it Clinics in Hennepin County where you can get household items fixed for free and also learn valuable repair skills. At Fix-It Clinics, residents bring in small household Continue Reading

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Dakota County Fix-It Clinic Volunteers.

Dakota County Fix-It Clinics

Published January 7, 2026 | Updated January 7, 2026 | by Laura | 2 Comments

Bring in items in need of repair to a Fix-It Clinic near you to see if they can be repaired for free! We've written about Fix-It Clinics before as a great way to save money and reduce waste. Many times those of us who are not handy (raising my hand here!) tend to just buy a new product and throw the old one Continue Reading

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Volunteer working at Anoka County Fix It Clinic.

Anoka County Fix-It Clinics

Published January 7, 2026 | Updated January 7, 2026 | by Laura | 2 Comments

Get help with fixing your broken items at one of the upcoming Anoka County Fix-It Clinics! Just the other day my dad and I were talking about how so many items these days seem to be disposable...or at least, it's often easier (not to mention cheaper) to just buy new instead of fix what is broken. One other Continue Reading

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FREE First Tuesdays at Washington County Parks

Published January 5, 2026 | Updated January 4, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

We love to get outside and explore different parks and trails in Minnesota, and here's a thrifty way to explore Washington County Parks! On the first Tuesday of the month (non-holiday) you can get in free, with no vehicle permit required. Although it's actually quite reasonable to enter the parks on other days as Continue Reading

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Marcus Theatres Kids Movie Magic Winter Film Series 2026 – $3 Admission + Discounted Concessions

Published January 2, 2026 | Updated January 1, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

The Marcus Theatres Kids Movie Magic Winter Film Series for 2026 offers fun family movies for $3 tickets plus discounted concessions! The Kids Movie Magic Winter Film Series at Marcus Theatres is bringing lots of inexpensive family entertainment this season! See family-friendly movies on Fridays, Saturdays and Continue Reading

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Burnsville Celebrates Polar Fest

Published January 2, 2026 | Updated January 2, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Head to Burnsville on Saturday, January 31st, 2026 for free family fun during Polar Fest! Celebrate winter with outdoor fun at Burnsville's Polar Fest planned for Saturday, January 31st from 11am - 2pm. The coolest festival in Burnsville takes place at North River Hills Park. North River Hills Park is located Continue Reading

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