Things to do in the Twin Cities Northeast Metro this weekend – with kids & family!
This Weekend Family Guide includes events and activities near the Twin Cities, Minnesota, communities of Blaine, Centerville, Forest Lake, Fridley, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Maplewood, Mounds View, New Brighton, Roseville, Oakdale, Scandia, Shoreview, St Anthony, Stillwater, Vadnais Heights & White Bear Lake.Â
This guide covers the weekend of May 11-12, 2024. Not finding the city you’re searching for? We also cover fun family events in the areas of:
Welcome to May in the Twin Cities!
Hello there, Mother’s Day Weekend! Need some inspiration for a fun family outing to make Mom’s day extra lovely? Check our MAY FAMILY EVENTS GUIDE, our ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SPRING IN THE TWIN CITIES or our well-stocked FAMILY FUN CALENDAR.
Schubert Club Music Museum
FamilyJam is a new free program for kids and families at the Schubert Club Music Museum in St. Paul's Landmark Center which comprises short 25-30 minute concerts followed by Music Museum activities, including hands-on instrument playing, instrument demonstrations and musician meet and greets. All FamilyJam concerts and Music Museum admission are free. Registration is required.
Twin Cities Northeast Metro Family Fun Calendar
Fun activities in the Twin Cities Northeast Metro parks this weekend
The following is just a sampling of all we’re keeping track of across the incredible Twin Cities park systems. You can get more ideas on our FAMILY FUN CALENDAR or browse the links below to search for local fun events & things to do with kids this weekend in the Northeast Metro parks. Here’s where you can find some nature-adventure this weekend:
Puppet Art Adventures at Silverwood Park
2500 County Rd E, St Anthony, MN 55421
Take in a puppet show followed by make-and-take nature-inspired art. May 12, 2024, 1-3pm.
Spring Bird Walks at Tamarack Nature CenterÂ
5287 Otter Lake Rd, White Bear Township, MN 55110
Family-friendly bird discovery hikes might be more suited for older kids, but if the weather permits, make sure to let the kids run and explore the amazing DISCOVERY HOLLOW NATURE PLAYGROUND. May 11 & 18, 2024, 8am. FREE.
More ideas for things to do this weekend in the Twin Cities with kids – Northeast Metro
Shepherd’s Harvest Sheep & Wool Festival
Washington County Fairgrounds, 12300 40th St N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Traditionally Mother’s Day Weekend, the festival is filled with family activities, sheep shearing and herding demos, vendors and displays. May 11-12, 2024. $5/pp, ages 8 and under FREE.
Meet the spring Minnesota farm babies!
Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Park
2131 US Hwy 8, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
Technically these are “Wisconsin Farm Babies” but just as awwwe-inspiring, sweet and cuddly as the Minnesota variety. Just across the St Croix River border you can welcome critters like deer, goats, cows, pigs, sheep, rabbits, fox, mink, wolves, moose, otters, beavers and hedgehogs. Consider stopping in as part of a weekend day trip to kid-friendly Taylors Falls on the Minnesota side. May 11-12, 2024, $11/adults, $10/kids.
FIND MORE MINNESOTA FARM BABIES AROUND MINNEAPOLIS-ST PAUL:
- GALE WOODS FARM, Minnetrista: Saturday Mornings on the Farm
- MINNESOTA ZOO, Apple Valley: Farm Babies at the Wells Fargo Family Farm
- OLIVER KELLEY FARM, Elk River: Springtime on the Farm
Live theater in the Twin Cities Northeast Metro this weekend
Finding Nemo, Jr
Ashland Productions, 2100 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood MN, 55109
Many kids are familiar with the story of the lost clownfish, Nemo, and his dad’s journey to bring him home. This live production features a cast of middle schoolers playing super loveable characters and is a reasonably priced theater experience. Shows May 11 at 7pm & May 12 at 2pm. $17-$19/pp.
Northtown Mall Carnival
398 Northtown Dr, Blaine, MN 55434
Get warmed up for the state and county fairs with Northtown’s annual carnival. It’ll have all the classic rides, fair food and midway games you can think of. Unlimited ride wristbands: 3 hours for $25/pp. Or ride tickets for $1.50 each or 25 tickets/$30. May 11 & 12, 2024, 11am-9pm.
More free and low cost things to do this weekend in the Twin Cities – Northeast Metro
Fleet Farm Free Mother’s Day Plant-a-Pot
10250 Lexington Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55014
1001 Industrial Street Hudson, WI 54016
5635 Hadley Avenue North Oakdale, MN 55128
Kids and families can get crafty together planting a Mother’s Day bloom for Mom – all supplies included. May 12, 2024, 9am-1pm. FREE.
Mother’s Day at the Warden’s House Museum
602 Main Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082
Moms (and grandmas or other special mom figures) get a free tour of the historic home in Stillwater today. You could add this activity onto a list of THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN STILLWATER WITH KIDS. 1-5pm. Regular admission of $3-$8/pp.
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