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Get FREE Minnesota State Park Passes with the Minnesota State Parks Library Program

Published June 17, 2026 | Updated June 17, 2026 | by Laura | 5 Comments

Check out FREE Minnesota State Parks Passes at your local library with the Minnesota State Parks Library Program! Did you know that the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has a program that provides FREE state park passes at local libraries? With the Minnesota State Parks Library Program, you can Continue Reading

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Water skiers in pyramid at Lake City Water Ski Days.

Water Ski Days in Lake City

Published June 17, 2026 | Updated June 17, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Visit Lake City Minnesota for Water Ski Days with music, arts and crafts fair, water ski show, parade, classic cars, and more. Did you know that Lake City is the birthplace of water skiing? Water skiing was invented by 1922 by Ralph Samuelson, which means it's been around for almost 100 years! Lake City is Continue Reading

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Yoga class at Union Depot Saint Paul.

Free Yoga Classes at Union Depot (St. Paul)

Published June 17, 2026 | Updated June 17, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Union Depot in St. Paul is offering FREE Yoga Classes three days per week! Plus, there's a special celebration of International Yoga Day coming up on June 20th. Grab your mat and join Union Depot for a totally free yoga class! Currently free yoga classes are offered at Union Depot in Saint Paul three days a Continue Reading

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Water ski show pyramid.

Water Ski Shows in Minnesota

Published June 16, 2026 | Updated June 16, 2026 | by Laura | 2 Comments

Catch some amazing entertainment on the water with these Water Ski Shows in Minnesota! Almost all of them are free! I think water skiing is just amazing! Water ski teams across the state put together fantastic shows each year that combine athleticism with artistry to entertain the crowds. We've compiled a list Continue Reading

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Lilli Putt Coon Rapids Bumper Boats.

Discount Go-Kart, Bumper Boat, & Jump Pad Rides at Lilli Putt (Coon Rapids)

Published June 15, 2026 | Updated June 15, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Spend a day of summer fun in Coon Rapids at Lilli Putt Family Entertainment Center! It's time to add some activities to your family's summer bucket list! Now's your chance to try out some outdoor fun like Go-Kart, Bumper Boat, Kiddie Kart, and Jump Pad rides at Lilli Putt in Coon Rapids for at least 35% Continue Reading

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Minnesota Sinfonia at Caponi Art Park

FREE Minnesota Sinfonia Concerts This Summer

Published June 14, 2026 | Updated June 15, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Throughout the summer, listen to the Minnesota Sinfonia Free Concerts in the Twin Cities! The Minnesota Sinfonia is continuing their free concerts in the Twin Cities this summer with six performances! Mark your calendar for one or more of the following events: Minnesota Sinfonia’s Collaboration with Continue Reading

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Rosefest mascot with children in a crowd.

Rosefest in Roseville – June 22nd to June 28th

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

Head to Roseville for their Annual Rosefest Celebration, June 22nd through 28th for tons of family fun in the community! Rosefest is Roseville's annual community celebration, and this year's dates are June 22nd - 28th. This year’s Party in the Park and fireworks finale, which has historically been held on July 4, Continue Reading

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Twin City Model Railroad Museum Night Trains

Summer Night Trains at Twin City Model Railroad Museum

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

Check out a special summer edition of Night Trains at TCMRM in St. Paul! Night Trains is a special holiday tradition at Twin City Model Railroad Museum in St. Paul. But if you weren't able to make it over the holidays...or you've just got a hankering to see it again – now's your chance! The Museum is hosting Continue Reading

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Stone Arch Bridge Festival.

Stone Arch Bridge Festival

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

The Stone Arch Bridge Festival is happening June 20th and 21st with over 200+ juried artists, two live music stages, family activities and more! This coming weekend is a great time to check out the downtown Minneapolis area. The annual Stone Arch Bridge Festival takes place June 20th and 21st. This year the Stone Continue Reading

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Strawberry Festival Parade Float.

Cottage Grove Strawberry Fest

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

Head to Cottage Grove this weekend (June 18th- 21st) for the Cottage Grove Strawberry Fest! This four-day, family focused event offers something for everyone. Looking for a festive, family-friendly way to celebrate the start of summer? Head to Kingston Park in Cottage Grove June 18–21 for the annual Cottage Grove Continue Reading

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Sam’s Club Membership Discount – Only $15!

Published June 11, 2026 | Updated June 19, 2026 | by Laura | 3 Comments

If you're not already a Sam's Club member, now's your chance to join and save BIG when you sign up with this Sam's Club Membership discount for 2026! We've got the BEST Sam's Club Membership Discounts currently available! We'll continue to update this post with the best current 2026 offer as the deals keep Continue Reading

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Lake Superior at Tettegouche State Park.

National Get Outdoors Day

Published June 8, 2026 | Updated June 7, 2026 | by Laura | 2 Comments

This Saturday, June 13 is National GetOutdoors Day! To celebrate the fun day, ALL of the Minnesota State Parks have free admission. With 75 state parks and recreation areas offering free admission, there is sure to be one close enough for you to visit and enjoy! More National Get Outdoors Day Details: Free Continue Reading

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