Things to do this week in the Twin Cities Northwest Metro with kids!
This guide covers Twin Cities Northwest Metro family activities for the week of August 24-28, 2026. If you are in search of things to do with your family this weekend, jump over to our TWIN CITIES NORTHWEST METRO WEEKEND FAMILY GUIDE. We’ve got you covered no matter your corner of the Minneapolis-St Paul Metro Area!
How to plan your family fun this week
More events this week around the Twin Cities Metro Area
Upcoming Twin Cities Northwest Metro Family Events
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
⚈ 8:45 am - 10:45 am: Bunker Beach Tot Time - Bunker Beach Water Park, Coon Rapids⚈ 9:00 am - 11:00 am: Jumperoo Tot Time - Tuesdays - Twin Cities Urban Air Locations, Metro Area
⚈ 10:00 am - 10:30 am: Cancelled: Plymouth History Center Story Time (FREE) - Plymouth History Center, Plymouth
⚈ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm: Eidem Farm Tuesday Open Gate Hours (FREE) - Historic Eidem Farm, Brooklyn Park
⚈ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm: Tiny Tykes Tuesday: Watering Can Decorating - Green Valley Garden Center, Ramsey
⚈ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Stories From the Porch (FREE) - Historic Eidem Farm, Brooklyn Park
⚈ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Andrews Park Farmers Market - Andrews Park, Champlin
⚈ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Tableside Magician & Kids Eat FREE - Broadway Pizza, Champlin
⚈ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm: Brooklyn Park Concert on the Lawn Summer Series (FREE) - Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center, Brooklyn Park
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
⚈ 9:00 am - 11:00 am: Rogers Wednesday Fieldhouse Tot Times - HealthPartners Fieldhouse, Rogers⚈ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm: Eidem Farm Wednesday Open Gate Hours (FREE) - Historic Eidem Farm, Brooklyn Park
⚈ 10:00 am - 11:30 am: New Hope Music In the Park: Kids Show (FREE) - New Hope Civic Center Park, New Hope
⚈ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Plymouth Farmers Market - Parkers Lake Playfield, Plymouth
⚈ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Anoka Rockin' On the Rum Concerts (FREE) - Riverfront Memorial Park, Anoka
⚈ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Rogers Children's Entertainment In the Park: Jolly Pops (FREE) - 21st Century Bank Event Center, Rogers
⚈ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Maple Grove Sounds of Summer (FREE) - Town Green Park, Maple Grove
Thursday, August 27, 2026
⚈ 8:45 am - 10:45 am: Bunker Beach Tot Time - Bunker Beach Water Park, Coon Rapids⚈ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm: Eidem Farm Thursday Open Gate Hours (FREE) - Historic Eidem Farm, Brooklyn Park
⚈ 10:30 am - 11:30 am: Drop-In Discoveries: Monarchs Up Close (FREE) - Fish Lake Regional Park, Maple Grove
⚈ 10:30 am - 11:15 am: Maple Grove Sounds of Summer Kids Entertainment (FREE) - Town Green Park, Maple Grove
Heading to the Minnesota State Fair?Â
The 2026 Minnesota State Fair runs August 27 through September 7 (Labor Day) and we’ve got a family guide for you bursting with tips and our picks for the best FREE family entertainment on the Fairgrounds. Skip to our quicklinks:
- Minnesota State Fair 2026: 20 Ideas for Free Family Fun
- Best Bets for Live Family Entertainment at the 2026 Minnesota State Fair
- 50 Things To Do For Families at the Minnesota State Fair
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Northwest Metro on Monday, August 24, 2026
Cool off at a Twin Cities Northwest Metro splash pad
The sprinklers are still on at most Twin Cities-area splash pads through Labor Day – soak up the opportunity to cool off for free before it’s back to school! Here’s a fanciful option in the Northwest Metro:
MAPLE GROVE Central Park
12000 Central Park Way, Maple Grove, MN 55369
The Maple Grove splash pad has become one of the favorites among Twin Cities parents. A fantastic playground is also onsite with challenges for a wide variety of ages and abilities. Interactive fountain open daily 10am – 8:30pm, 8:45pm – 10pm – show mode with lights.
If this spot is out of your neighborhood, you’re bound to find an alternative on our huge list of the 40 BEST SPLASH PADS & WADING POOLS IN THE TWIN CITIES.
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Need some AC today? Try an indoor playground in the Twin Cities Northwest Metro
Tired of sweating it out this summer at the local outdoor park? Give yourself a cool break and move indoors to a climate-controlled playground your kids will love to climb and scramble around in. We list more than 25 of these creative spaces to burn off energy around town on our TWIN CITIES INDOOR PLAYGROUNDS GUIDE. Here’s an idea from the Northwest Metro:
PLYMOUTH InnerActive Playground
14600 28th Ave N, Plymouth, MN 55447
A large play structure, basketball court and soccer field, jumping pillows and a special spot reserved for crawlers and tots. There is a onsite mother’s room for quiet nursing or rocking time. $15.25/child ages 1-17 for a day-long pass.
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Northwest Metro on Tuesday, August 25, 2026
BROOKLYN PARK Concert On the Lawn: Gigi the Ukulady
5600 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
The final concert in the summer series is a kid-friendly ukulele cover show! Bring your own seating and a picnic dinner, or purchase burgers and hot dogs from the concession. August 25, 2026, 7pm. FREE.
Tot Swims in the Twin Cities Northwest Metro
COON RAPIDSÂ Bunker Beach Tot Time
701 County Parkway A, Coon Rapids, MN 55433
FINAL WEEK! Pre-K kids can explore the lagoon area before the park opens to the public for the day. Program runs Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:45-10:45am. Cost is $7/swimmer, adults free.
BROOKLYN PARK Eidem Farm Open Gate Hours
4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
FINAL WEEK! Barn door’s open and you’re free to drop in! There might be farm chores you can help out with, garden crops to tend, trails to wander and animals to meet. August 25, 2026, 10am-2pm. FREE.
SPECIAL ON TUESDAY: Stories From the Porch are read to kids at 11am.Â
PLYMOUTHÂ History Center Storytime
3605 Fernbrook Lane N, Plymouth, MN 55447
Each session features a story with a related hands-on activity, best for kids starting at pre-K age. This week’s theme is Fruits and Vegetables. August 25, 2026, 10-10:30am. FREE.
RAMSEY Tiny Tykes Tuesday: Decorate a Watering Can
6530 Green Valley Rd, Ramsey, MN 55303
Drop into the greenhouse with your child to decorate your own watering can with supplies included in the $10 fee. August 25, 2026, 10am-2pm.
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Northwest Metro on Wednesday, August 26, 2026
NEW HOPE Music In the Park: Kids Show
4401 Xylon Ave N, New Hope, MN 55428
The final kids show of the summer features Miss Nina – note this show has a 10am start time. August 26, 2026, FREE.
ROGERS Children’s Entertainment In the Park: The Jolly Pops
12716 Main Street, Rogers, MN, 55374
The fab dads close out the summer concert series with a performance just for kids. Rogers Farmers Market offers fresh goods to shop from 3-6pm ahead of the music. August 26, 2026, 6-7pm. FREE.
Discover a new playground in the Twin Cities Northwest Metro
GOLDEN VALLEY Schaper Park Challenge Course
631 Ottawa Ave N, Golden Valley, MN 55422
Designed for adults and big kids — ages 13+, but we found that much younger kids also enjoy tackling obstacles that participants navigate over, under, around, and through as they race against the clock.
MORE OF THE BEST: Find more of our suggestions for the TOP PLAYGROUNDS IN THE TWIN CITIES TO EXPLORE THIS SUMMER!
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities on Thursday, August 27, 2026
Minnesota State Fair starts today!
It’s Day One of the Great Minnesota Get-Together and we are super excited to present our polished-up 2026 GUIDE TO THE MINNESOTA STATE FAIR. It’s a special collection of tips and ideas garnered from years of towing our young families along to the Fair. Can an amazing time be had by all in the face of crowds, cows and corn dogs? Absolutely!
STATE FAIR DAILY TIP: Opening Day means discounts – $17/adults (ages 13+) $15/kids & seniors, and specials on ride tickets.
MINNESTOTA STATE FAIR STEM Day
Some of our favorite STEM organizations will have special programming at the fair, presenting many hands-on learning opportunities: University of Minnesota, Science Museum of Minnesota, Bakken Museum and more. August 27, 2026, 9am-5pm.Â
ANOKA Cookout with Cops
Sunny Acres Park, 3399 Colfax Ave, Anoka, MN, 55303
Skip the food prep at home and enjoy free hot dogs and chips with freeze pops for dessert in the park while getting to know local law enforcement. August 27, 2026, 5-7pm. FREE.
MAPLE GROVE Sounds of Summer Kids Entertainment
Town Green Park 7991 Main Street N, Maple Grove, MN 55369Â
She closed out a series in Rogers earlier this week, now the ukulele lady is closing down Maple Grove’s kids summer concert roster – this round with a daytime show. August 27, 2026, 10:30am. FREE.
PLYMOUTH Drop-In Discoveries at French Regional Park
12605 Rockford Rd, Plymouth, MN 55441
Drop in to visit with monarchs in various stages of their life cycle and learn about their southern migration. August 27, 2026, 1:30-2:30pm. FREE.
PLAY MORE AT FRENCH! French Regional Park in Plymouth has an amazing playground we rate one of the top in the Twin Cities. If the weather is right, your kids won’t be able to resist it.
Last call for free summer movies in the Northwest Metro!
BROOKLYN CENTER Movies In the Park & Back to School Event
6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Brooklyn Center, MN, 55430
Screened in Centennial Park, the final movie in the series (Elio) celebrates the end of summer with food, games, fire and police vehicles and more. A limited number of backpacks will be available for students. August 27, 2026, 8pm. FREE.
ROGERS Movies In MY Park
The final free summer movie in the series will be voted on after August 23 – both the film and the park! August 27, 2026, 8pm.
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities on Friday, August 28, 2026
It’s Day #2 of the Minnesota State Fair!
You may have noticed the banner screaming GUIDE TO THE MINNESOTA STATE FAIR atop this weekday planner and we encourage you to check it out if you anticipate a visit!
MINNESOTA STATE FAIR Governor’s Fire Prevention Day
If you’ve got a kid who worships fire trucks, pick this day to trek to the fair! There are activities, safety demos and big trucks galore. August 28, 2026. Included with regular State Fair admission.
CHAMPLIN Putt-Topia Outdoor Movie & Mini Golf
307 E River Pkwy, Champlin, MN, 55316
Play a free round of mini golf (6-7:30pm) followed by an outdoor movie screening of Zootopia 2 (8pm start). Ice cream and treats will be available to purchase. August 28, 2026, 6-10pm. FREE.Â
MAPLE GROVE Friday Movies at Dusk: Ratatouille
7991 Main St N, Maple Grove, MN 55369
Closing out the movie series at Town Green is a Disney/Pixar favorite. So long, summer! August 28, 2026, 8:30pm. FREE.