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Free Rita’s Italian Ice on the First Day of Spring

Published March 4, 2026 | Updated March 4, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

Celebrate the first day of spring by picking up a FREE Rita's Italian Ice! This happens every year on the first day of spring, which this year is Friday, March 20, 2026. Just stop in to your local Rita's Ice on the day to receive a free 6-ounce Italian Ice in the available flavor of your choice. There are LOTS Continue Reading

Filed Under: freebies, Great Deals, Restaurant Tagged With: food, restaurant

father buckling baby into car seat

FREE Car Seats for Minnesota Families in Need

Published February 3, 2026 | Updated February 28, 2026 | by Laura | 5 Comments

Car seats are a necessity for transporting children in your vehicle, but they can be expensive. Did you know that there are organizations across the state that give free car seats for families in need? The first stop for getting free car seats or discounted car seats is to contact your county or city to see what Continue Reading

Filed Under: Great Deals, Kids

Pancakes cooking at Dodge Nature Center Breakfast Event

Dodge Nature Center Pancake Breakfast

Published February 27, 2026 | Updated February 27, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Bring the family to enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast hosted by Dodge Nature Center! You can also learn about the process of maple sap collection and syrup production. I'm telling you...there is nothing like enjoying pure maple syrup on some freshly made pancakes! Bring the family to enjoy a delicious pancake Continue Reading

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Kids playing in the water exhibit inside the Mill City Museum.

STEM Family Day at Mill City Museum

Published February 20, 2026 | Updated February 20, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

History and science come together for STEM Day at Mill City Museum with family activities focusing on the role of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) for the past and present. If you've never visited Mill City Museum, it's definitely worth a stop! Not only are the views of the river amazing, but the Continue Reading

Filed Under: Events, Kids, Minneapolis

Washington County Fix-It Clinics

Published February 11, 2026 | Updated February 11, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Get help for repairing your broken household items at Washington County Fix-It Clinics! If you've got some non-functioning items sitting around your home, it may be worth it to repair them instead of just going out and buying new ones. Not only is it better for the environment to repair and reuse, it will also Continue Reading

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Minnesota Ice Castles

Save on Admission to Ice Castles MN – 15% Off Coupon Code! 2025 – 2026

Published December 29, 2025 | Updated February 9, 2026 | by Laura | 6 Comments

Get Ice Castles Discount Tickets with our exclusive coupon code and save on your visit to this winter wonder at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds! We're excited that Ice Castles is BACK for 2026! Fulfill your kiddos' Frozen fantasies or plan a magical date night of your own with a visit to the Ice Castles in MN – Continue Reading

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Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America.

Nickelodeon Universe BOGO Wristbands

Published February 5, 2026 | Updated February 5, 2026 | by Laura | 8 Comments

Save on a fun visit to Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America this week with this BOGO Wristbands Offer! We just love spending time at Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America. There is so much to do for the whole family with rides for everyone from the toddlers to the grown-ups. It's an especially good Continue Reading

Filed Under: Great Deals, Mall of America

Space Fest: Star Party at Bell Museum

Published February 4, 2026 | Updated February 3, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

To infinity and beyond! Explore the night sky at the Bell Museum's February Star Party. The Bell Museum is hosting a Space Fest: Star Party on Friday, February 13 from 6:30 - 8 pm. Admission is free for the event, but you are asked to register in advance via Eventbrite. In addition to the opportunity to look Continue Reading

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Two adults ice skating at a rink.

Minnesota Indoor Ice Skating Deals

Published February 4, 2026 | Updated February 3, 2026 | by Laura | 1 Comment

It's time to lace up your skates and hit the rink! Enjoy indoor ice skating in Minnesota with this big list of ice skating deals on admission and skate rentals. I've lived in Minnesota most of my life, and while I don't exactly love winter, I do love that we have different seasons here. Why not embrace the Continue Reading

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Apple Valley Mid-Winter Fest

Published January 2, 2026 | Updated February 3, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Celebrate the middle of winter at Apple Valley's Mid-Winter Fest Saturday, February 7. It's always fun to find new ways to enjoy the outdoors during the winter. Even better when you can get in on some free family fun! One such event is the Apple Valley Mid-Winter Fest, coming up Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 9 Continue Reading

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Winterfest at Springbrook Nature Center (Fridley)

Published February 3, 2026 | Updated February 3, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Winterfest at Springbrook Nature Center in Fridley is a free, family friendly event with lots of outdoor activities plus a few ways to warm up indoors. It's February in Minnesota...might as well embrace it, right?! Stop by Springbrook Nature Center in Fridley for Winterfest – a FREE, family-friendly Continue Reading

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February Festival (Feb Fest) in Chanhassen

Published January 2, 2026 | Updated February 3, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Looking for some winter fun? Head to Lake Ann in Chanhassen for their 33rd Annual February Festival on Saturday, February 7. Head outside to Chanhassen Saturday, February 7 from 12 - 3 pm for their annual February Festival (Feb Fest). It's held on Lake Ann and includes an ice fishing contest, food and drink Continue Reading

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