Things to do in Minneapolis & St Paul this weekend!
This Twin Cities Family Weekend Guide covers events in Minneapolis & St Paul the weekend of March 28-29, 2026. Want to discover family fun this weekend across the Twin Cities Metro Area? Browse our guides for the Northwest, Northeast, Southwest & Southeast communities. Happy exploring, wherever your weekend may take you!
Welcome to spring in the Twin Cities!
If the weather cooperates (you just never know here in Minny) make sure to set aside a little time to get outside and run around. If rain, sleet or (the horror) snow dare to make an appearance, we have ideas for indoor fun, too. How best to plan your weekend family fun:
More family fun around the Twin Cities Metro Area
Twin Cities Spring Break in April?
There is plenty of stuff to do if you plan to be a tourist in your own city this Spring Break. Think mini golf, trampolines, scavenger hunts, rock climbing, museums and more. Get some inspiration from our 2026 Guide to Spring Break in the Twin Cities.
Easter egg hunt this weekend in  Minneapolis & St Paul
If your kids have been eagerly anticipating the chance to hunt eggs, THIS IS (one of) THE WEEKEND(s) they’ve been waiting for! And what follows is just the beginning of our massive GUIDE TO TWIN CITIES EASTER EGG HUNTS.
MINNEAPOLIS Hiawatha Spring Egg Hunt
Hiawatha School Park, 4305 42nd St E., Minneapolis, MN, US 55406
Egg hunt for 6 and under at 10am and a hunt for kids 7-12 at 11am. Kids will get treat bags and light refreshments. Also photo ops with the Easter Bunny, face painting and games. March 28, 2026. 9:30-11:30am. $8-$12/pp. Registration required.
MINNEAPOLIS Eggcellent Doggy Adventure
McRae Park, 906 E 47th St, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Bring your dog to the park for an egg hunt and take home a basket for your pet. All ages. March 28, 2026, 1pm-3pm. Hunt is at 2pm. $15-$22.50/pp. Limited to 100 participants.
MINNEAPOLIS Victory Spring Candy Grab & Egg Hunt
Victory Park, 4414 N Upton Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55412
The Victory Neighborhood Association invites you to head to Victory Park this weekend to grab your share of candy, egg hunts for all ages (check site for times), games, face painting, a visit with the Easter Bunny, hot cocoa and live music. March 28, 2026, 11am-1pm. FREE.
MINNEAPOLIS Windom Northeast Bunny Party & Egg Hunt
2251 Hayes Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Kids ages 5-10 can register for games in the gym, a children’s egg hunt and more. March 28, 2026, 9am-11am. $2-$5/pp, unlimited openings. Register online.
MINNEAPOLIS Windom Spring Party & Egg HuntÂ
Windom South Park, 5821 Wentworth Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55419
An egg hunt for kids ages 0-6 at 10:30 followed by a hunt for ages 7-12 at 11:15. Make spring-themed crafts and enter the coloring contest. Say cheese in a photo booth and participate in other fun activities. Pre-registration is encouraged. March 28, 2026, 10am-12pm. $10-$15.
MINNEAPOLIS McRae Eggscellent Doggy Adventure
906 E 47th St, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Bring your dog to McRae Park for an egg hunt (starting at 2pm) and take home a special basket for your pet. This event is for all ages and limited to 100 participants. March 28, 2026, 1-3pm. $15-$22.50/dog – see link to register.
ST PAUL Blackstack Brewing Easter Party
755 Prior Ave N, St Paul, MN 55104
Meet the Easter Bunny, get your face painted, make some hands-on crafts, decorate a cookie and more. March 29, 2026, 12-3pm.
Fun activities in the parks this weekend in Minneapolis & St Paul
Featured here for the weekend is just a taste of all that’s going on 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 parks across the Minneapolis-St Paul metro.
Maple syrup family programsÂ
March is traditionally the best time to tap maple trees in Minnesota. The weather, particularly this winter, is ideal for maple sap when we reach that freeze/thaw period – where there are warmer daytime temperatures (near the 40s), but then below freezing temps overnight. Maple syrup family programs are winding down at parks and nature centers across the Twin Cities this weekend. Here’s what’s left to enjoy:
ST PAUL Maple Syruping in Your Backyard
101 Snelling Lake Road, St. Paul, MN 55111
Fort Snelling State Park has a long annual tradition of offering maple syrup programs to Twin Cities-area folk and making them kid-friendly. Our family enjoys spending time in this, one of several urban-area Minnesota State Parks, mostly hiking and biking the trails along the Minnesota River. Program space is limited so make sure to register ahead. March 29, 2026, 12-2pm. FREE admission, but a $7 park day permit is required.Â
MORE MAPLE SYRUP These programs are just a taste (pun intended) of all the maple syrup programs scheduled for this weekend! Consult our master list for the rest or check our quick links here:
- TWIN CITIES NORTHWEST METRO, Maple Grove: Eastman Free Funday Sunday – Making Maple Sugar. March 29, 2026.Â
- TWIN CITIES NORTHEAST METRO, Roseville: It’s Tapping Time at Harriet Alexander Nature Center. March 28, 2026.
- TWIN CITIES NORTHEAST METRO, Lino Lakes: Wargo Maple Syrup Festival. March 28, 2026.
- TWIN CITIES SOUTHEAST METRO, Hastings: Carpenter Nature Center Maple Syrup Program. March 28, 2026, 1-3pm. $8/pp.
ST PAUL Como Park Zoo & Conservatory Spring Flower Show
1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN 55103
The Conservatory and Visitor Center of Como Park Zoo are particularly wonderful places to spend a chilly spring day. You’ll feel as though you’ve been transported to a tropical vacation! Como Conservatory’s Spring Flower Show is now in full bloom. All weekend, 10am-4pm. FREE.
Always free or low cost things to do this weekend in the Twin Cities
ST PAULÂ Urban Expedition: Uruguay
Landmark Center, 75 W 5th St, St Paul, MN 55102
Learn about this intriguing culture through music, dance, and crafts; a free and very family-friendly program. While you’re at the beautiful LANDMARK CENTER, pop in to the free SCHUBERT CLUB MUSEUM, a hidden gem that allows kids to experiment with a cacophony of musical instruments. March 29, 2026, 1-3pm. FREE.
ST PAUL Saturday Vibe: Mini-Maker
90 W 4th St, St Paul, MN 55102
Keep your STEM skills sharp with a free Mini-Maker event at the library. This weekend features friendship bracelets. March 28, 2026, 11am-12pm. FREE.
ST PAUL Free Open Swim Sundays at Great River Water Park
270 Lexington Pkwy N, St Paul, MN 55104
A special FREE open swim will be hosted Sundays starting this weekend with water safety training provided from 2:30-3pm. The zero-depth entry splash pool is perfect for tots trying to get used to the water and there are two tube waterslides for the big kids. March 29, 2026, 12-5pm.
ST PAUL Red Balloon Saturday Storytime
891 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105
A special weekend storytime on the last Saturday of the month at this charming indie bookshop. March 28, 2026, 10:30am. FREE.
ST PAUL First Chapter Storytime at Next Chapter Bookseller
38 Snelling Ave S, Saint Paul, MN 55105
A picture book read-aloud plus related activity just for kids. March 28, 2026, 10:45am. FREE.
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