Twin Cities Family Entertainment, Summer 2023

FREE TWIN CITIES SUMMER EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Scroll down for MINNEAPOLIS & ST PAUL events on this landing page, or choose your desired region of the Twin Cities metro area to find all the summer events in your community.

TWIN CITIES NORTHWEST METRO SUMMER EVENTS 

Covering the Twin Cities, Minnesota, communities of Andover, Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids, Fridley, Maple Grove, New Brighton, Otsego & Plymouth.

Find our complete summer events guide of things to do in the Twin Cities: Northwest Metro.

TWIN CITIES NORTHEAST METRO SUMMER EVENTS

Covering the Twin Cities, Minnesota, communities of Maplewood, Roseville, Shoreview, St Anthony, Vadnais Heights & White Bear Lake.

Find our complete summer events guide of things to do in the Twin Cities: Northeast Metro.

TWIN CITIES SOUTHEAST METRO SUMMER EVENTS

Covering the Twin Cities, Minnesota, communities of Apple Valley, Burnsville, Cottage Grove, Eagan, Inver Grove Heights, Rosemount & Woodbury.

Find our complete summer events guide of things to do in the Twin Cities: Southeast Metro.

TWIN CITIES SOUTHWEST METRO SUMMER EVENTS

Covering the Twin Cities, Minnesota, communities of Bloomington, Chaska, Eden Prairie, Edina, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Minnetonka, New Hope, Richfield, Shakopee, St Louis Park & Victoria.

Find our complete summer events guide of things to do in the Twin Cities: Southwest Metro.

THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER IN MINNEAPOLIS WITH KIDS

 

Lake Harriet Park Movie Night - community entertainment

Minneapolis parks – 2023 summer events

Minneapolis 2023 summer festivals

Minneapolis Open Streets

Scandinavian Summerfest

Music, dancing and crafts in Minnehaha Park. TBA 2023 (June 26, 2022).

Minneapolis Aquatennial

First, hit the Loring Park Family Fun Night. Then, onto the Torchlight Parade, performances by the Twin Cities River Rats and spectacular fireworks cap off the festival. July 19-22, 2023.

Loring Park Arts Festival

1382 Willow St., Minneapolis, MN 55403
140 artists, interactive art, family events, food, music and unique entertainment around the walking paths and duck ponds of Loring Park—an idyllic setting for an outdoor art festival. July 29-30, 2023. Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm.

Uptown Art Fair

In years past, a Family Imagination Station has been hosted by Northern Clay Center. August 4-6, 2023.

MINNEAPOLIS SWIMMING POOLS & BEACHES

Minneapolis boasts a dozen lovely beaches open to the public for free swimming all summer long. Please check each link for more information and to see lifeguard services.

Open Memorial Day weekend; lifeguards available in early June.

Webber Natural Swimming Pool

4330 Webber Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55412
Water treated with plants instead of chemicals. Zero-depth entry for the littlest swimmers. FREE admission.

North Commons Water Park 

1701 Golden Valley Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55411
The outdoor waterpark is part of North Commons Park, which also includes a playground, recreation center and free wading pool. $3-$5/pp admission.

Jim Lupient Waterpark

1520 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
The fun features include 3 large water slides, log water walk, a spray pool for younger kids, water volleyball and shade structures. Admission is just $3-$5/pp.

Minneapolis splash pads & wading pools

Minneapolis bike trails

Spin your wheels on the best Minneapolis bike trails for families. They’re free and they are a fantastic way to explore the city’s beautiful parks and lakes.

THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER IN ST PAUL WITH KIDS

St Paul parks – 2023 summer events

St Paul Entertainment in the Parks

  • MOVIES IN THE PARK Select dates in 2023 – please consult the city calendar.
  • MUSIC IN THE PARKS – Free concerts performed at Como Lakeside Pavilion, Mears Park & Como Zoo & Conservatory.

RECREATION IN MOTION with St Paul Parks & Recreation

Free programs for kids at parks across St Paul offering athletic programs, crafts, and other activities led by the Recreation in Motion team. Snacks will be served at each session. 

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

Como is one of St Paul’s brightest gems. Completely free (though donations appreciated) are a lovely zoo and conservatory that continues to improve and offer a wide range of educational programs for families.

  • Groovin’ in the Garden –  FREE concerts, a climbing wall, bounce house, and lawn games for kids, and food available for purchase. Ongoing Wednesdays, June 7-July 26, 2023.

St Paul summer festivals

Art In the Hollow

Parking: Saint Paul Brewing, 688 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106
Over 50 visual & performing artists, many creating works on site. Swede Hollow Park. June 3, 2023.

Union Depot Train Days

214 4th Street E, St Paul MN
Tours of locomotives, model railroads, family activities and crafts, live music and special events. June 3-4, 2023. FREE admission.

Irish Fair of Minnesota

200 Dr Justus Ohage Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55107
The Children’s Area of the Fair allows kids to meet Irish dogs, explore Irish instruments, take an Irish dance lesson, and craft  in the Art Tent. Harriet Island Regional Park. Adults $20; Teens 13-17 $12; Kids under 13 Free. August 11-13, 2023.

St Paul swimming & beaches

Como Regional Park Pool

1151 Wynne Ave, St Paul, MN 55108
Features a zip line, climbing wall, lazy river and separate splash pool. Sunday Tot Time at Como, 9:30 to 11:00am, costs $8 per parent/child pair. Daily regular admission of
$4-$7/pp.

Highland Park Aquatic Center

1840 Edgcumbe Rd, St Paul, MN 55116
Children’s activity pool, diving well & slide.
$4-$7/pp.

Como Pool Waterpark

Lake Phalen Park Beach

1600 Phalen Dr, St Paul, MN 55106
Pop over during the summer for a swim & dash through the adjacent splash pad. The lake is also a site for sailing lessons, swimming lessons, and canoe & kayak clinics. No admission to swim.

St Paul splash pads

St Paul bike trails

Spin your wheels on the best St Paul bike trails for families. They’re free, scenic and they get the kids outdoors!

St Paul summer library events

The St Paul Public Library system consists of 13 library locations, a bookmobile, and 2 early learning centers. All library locations feature children’s play areas, and collections to stimulate early literacy. You can get the latest information on their curbside pickup program and summer offerings here.

MORE SUMMER FUN IDEAS IN THE TWIN CITIES - WITH KIDS!

We’ve got our 100+ Summer Bucket List Ideas for 2023 fresh and ready to go with a BONUS 50 ideas for activities you can do right at home or in your backyard.

2023 TWIN CITIES SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAMS

Unlike school, there is no “summer break” at your local library! Dozens of branches across the seven-county library system are rolling out even more activities, entertainment and reading incentives during the summer months. Nearly every day of the week you can find programming for kids, tweens and teens: outdoor StoryWalks, STEM workshops, storytimes, crafting, magic shows, mini-camps and more. Find your local branches and full summer schedules below:

2 thoughts on “Twin Cities Family Entertainment, Summer 2023”

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    1. A bit off topic, but fascinating nonetheless. Thanks for the tip for anyone planning to travel to India from the Twin Cities for a family vacation. By the way, we have some pretty awesome waterparks ourselves.

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