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5 Ways to Pay Less for Gas in Minnesota

Published July 16, 2023 | Updated August 3, 2023 | by Laura | 1 Comment

Gas prices are high, but there are still ways to pay less for gas in Minnesota! Try these rewards programs, coupons, discounts and other ideas to help you save. It's no secret that gas prices move up and down, stay higher than we'd like, and have been affecting the prices of goods around the world, not to mention Continue Reading

Extravaganza at the Village of Yesteryear (Owatonna)

Published July 5, 2023 | Updated July 6, 2023 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Step back in time and feel what it was like to live more than 100 years ago during the Extravaganza at the Village of Yesteryear! I love events that take you back in time! To me, it's fun for me and my family to experience the music and styles of the past. What a great way to create new memories and experience Continue Reading

Maple Grove Days

Published July 5, 2023 | Updated June 19, 2026 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Enjoy some fun activities for the whole family at Maple Grove Days, coming up in mid-July! Maple Grove Days is an annual celebration that brings together over 30,000 community members and visitors from all around Minnesota. The dates for 2023 are July 12 through 16. The festival boasts three stages of entertainment, Continue Reading

Minnesota Wild Street Hockey Series

Published July 5, 2023 | Updated July 11, 2023 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Need to get your Minnesota Wild fix this summer? Check out the FREE Street Hockey Series beginning next week. The Minnesota Wild Street Hockey Series is happening on select dates from July 11 - August 3 across the Twin Cities metro! Come join the Wild for a celebration of hockey, featuring interactive games, Continue Reading

Free Canoeing at Loring Pond and Powderhorn Lake

Published July 4, 2023 | Updated July 3, 2023 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Experience the City of Lakes from the water with FREE drop-in canoeing! Have you wanted to bring your family out on the water, but do not own the right equipment? Now is your chance to try canoeing for FREE in Minneapolis this summer. Everything you need will be provided at no cost! Get a fresh view of the City Continue Reading

Bands on the Blvd at Minnesota History Center

Published June 27, 2023 | Updated June 27, 2023 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Head to Saint Paul five Tuesday nights this summer for the Minnesota History Center Bands on the Boulevard featuring live music, dancing, and family friendly activities. The Minnesota History Center is a great place to visit in and of itself, but it gets even better during the upcoming Bands on the Blvd events Continue Reading

New Brighton Chalk Walk Festival

Published June 19, 2023 | Updated June 20, 2023 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Artists will be busy decorating the Veterans Park path in New Brighton for the Chalk Walk Festival this weekend. Get outdoors and enjoy some chalk art this weekend in New Brighton at the Chalk Walk Festival! Visit Veterans Park June 23, 24 and 25 and walk the path to view beautiful works of chalk art inspired by Continue Reading

Valleyfair Hotel Package Deals – Save Up to 30%!

Published June 19, 2023 | Updated June 18, 2023 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

If you're planning a trip to Valleyfair soon, read on to see how to save the most money! Does your bucket list this summer include a trip to Valleyfair? We've already got the scoop on the best price for Valleyfair discount tickets, but if you're coming from a distance, you may be looking for hotels near Continue Reading

SandVenture Aquatic Park in Shakopee

Published June 14, 2023 | Updated June 6, 2025 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Spend an afternoon outdoors and visit SandVenture Aquatic Park in Shakopee this summer! Here's an idea for your summer bucket list: SandVenture Aquatic Park in Shakopee! SandVenture is a unique pool that was modeled after area lakes and offers a sand beach leading out to a sand-bottom, chlorinated pool. Soak up Continue Reading

Artisan Home Tour Discount Tickets

Published June 12, 2023 | Updated June 12, 2023 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Want to get a peek behind the doors of some of the most exquisite homes in the Twin Cities? Get discount tickets for the Artisan Home Tour! Want to get a peek behind the doors of some of the most exquisite homes in the Twin Cities? The Artisan Home Tour is put on by Housing First Minnesota, which also produces Continue Reading

Chalkfest at Arbor Lakes (Maple Grove)

Published June 6, 2023 | Updated June 5, 2023 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

Plan a trip to Maple Grove this weekend for Chalkfest featuring chalk pictures, entertainment, food, and family fun! This weekend is Chalkfest at Arbor Lakes, a great event filled with some amazing works of art – all made with chalk! It's a two-day event in Maple Grove this Saturday and Sunday, June 10 and Continue Reading

FREE Explore Minnesota Travel Guides

Published June 5, 2023 | Updated July 8, 2025 | by Laura | 2 Comments

Plan your next Minnesota vacation, day trip, or afternoon outing with help from FREE Explore Minnesota Travel Guides! Did you know that Explore Minnesota has a series of FREE travel brochures that you can order? These are fantastic resources that can help you get ideas for things to do, attractions to visit, and Continue Reading

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