Things to do in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro this weekend – with kids & family!
This Weekend Family Guide includes events and activities near the Twin Cities, Minnesota, communities of Bloomington, Chanhassen, Chaska, Eden Prairie, Edina, Excelsior, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Prior Lake, Richfield, Shakopee, St Louis Park, Victoria, Waconia & Wayzata.
This guide covers the weekend of March 14-15, 2026. Not locating the city you’re looking for? We also cover tons of fun family events in the areas of:
Twin Cities Southwest Metro events for families
Sunday, March 15, 2026
⚈ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Nature Discovery Day: All Things Green (FREE) - Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Bloomington⚈ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm: OMNI Coffee & Cocoa Storytime Series - OMNI Victoria – Brewery & Taproom, Victoria
⚈ 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm: ROC Public Outdoor Skating - St Louis Park Rec Center & ROC, St Louis Park
⚈ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm: Maple Syrup Making - Eden Prairie Outdoor Center, Eden Prairie
⚈ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm: Bloomington Naturalist Program (FREE) - Pond-Dakota Mission Park, Bloomington
⚈ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Richardson FREE Family Fun Day - Richardson Nature Center, Bloomington
⚈ 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm: BIG Open Skate Sunday - Bloomington Ice Garden, Bloomington
⚈ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Edinborough Sunday Night Family Entertainment (FREE) - Edinborough Park, Edina
Welcome to March in the Twin Cities!
March your way into an ideal a mix of things to do this weekend indoors and out. For more ideas, hop over to our March Family Guide or our Family Fun Calendar. We try to keep it stocked with options to fit your family’s needs, tastes, size and budget.
Fun outdoor activities in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro parks this weekendÂ
We’ve got the details on dozens of outdoor activities presented by local, county and regional park systems across the greater Twin Cities. The following are a few of our best suggestions for activities near your neighborhood this weekend. You can get more ideas on our FAMILY FUN CALENDAR or peruse the links below to seek out local outdoor things to do with kids this weekend in the parks.
Featured family fun ideas for this weekend: It’s maple syrup month!
Maple syrup events continue trickling into the Southwest Metro area this weekend. Observe this sweet process at an sap-to-syrup program at one of these Twin Cities parks or see our weekend schedule below for MAPLE SYRUP FAMILY PROGRAMS:
BLOOMINGTON Maple Sugaring at Pond Dakota Mission Park
Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E 104th St, Bloomington, MN 55420
This weekend, learn about the maple syruping-to-sugar process and watch sap cooking over the fire. Tour the historic Pond House and hike around the park property if you want to stretch your legs. March 14, 2026, 1-4pm. FREE, donations appreciated.
EDEN PRAIRIE Maple Syrup Making
13765 Staring Lake Parkway, Eden Prairie, MN 55347
Families will learn the history of maple syruping and participating in making a makuk container. Registration required. March 15, 2026, 1-2:30pm; $12/family.
MORE MAPLE SYRUP THIS WEEKEND: Find more tapping programs in the Twin Cities Metro this weekend on this quicklist or our guide to MAPLE SYRUP PROGRAMS FOR FAMILIES:
- TWIN CITIES NORTHWEST METRO, Maple Grove:Â Journey Into the Sugarbush at Eastman Nature Center. March 14, 2026.
- TWIN CITIES NORTHEAST METRO, White Bear Lake: Sap to Syrup at Tamarack Nature Center. March 14, 2026.
- TWIN CITIES SOUTHEAST METRO, Hastings: Maple Syruping at Carpenter Nature Center. March 14, 2026.
FIND OUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO FAMILY MAPLE SYRUP PROGRAMS IN THE TWIN CITIES.
More activities in Twin Cities Southwest Metro parks this weekend
BLOOMINGTON Free Family Fun Day at Richardson Nature Center
Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E Bush Lake Rd, Bloomington, MN 55438
This weekend, a naturalist will tell you everything you’ve ever wanted to know about amphibians. Touch one, read stories about them and do other turtle activities. Learn more about all the kid-friendly details at RICHARDSON NATURE CENTER. March 15, 2026, 3-4pm. FREE.
EDEN PRAIRIE Nature Rocks! Outdoor Center Open House
Eden Prairie Outdoor Center, 13765 Staring Lake Parkway
Drop in to meet the resident animals, learn about programs and events. March 14, 2026, 10am-12pm. FREE.
EDEN PRAIRIEÂ Snowtime Saturdays
Eden Prairie Outdoor Center, 13765 Staring Lake Pkwy, Eden Prairie, MNÂ
On Snowtime Saturdays families can try out activities like ice fishing, snowshoeing, kick-sledding and cross-country skiing FREE of charge. In the case of no snow, alternate outdoor activities like scavenger hunts are planned. No need to register in advance. March 14, 2026, 1-3pm.
More ideas for things to do this weekend in the Twin Cities with kids – Southwest Metro
Twin Cities St Patrick’s Day events – Southwest Metro
CHASKA St Patty’s Day Event at The Mustard Seed
10,000 Great Plains Blvd, Chaska, MN 55318
Tons of “green” activities like make-and-take seed planting and scavenger hunts planned for all ages today to get you in the spirit for St Patrick’s Day and spring. March 14, 2026, 10:30am-12pm.
ST LOUIS PARK ShamROC Disco Skate
ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
An all-age skate with disco lights and a DJ – on GREEN ice! March 14, 2026, 1-5pm. $5/entry, $3/skate rental.
CHASKA Little Roos Boutique: DIY Fairy Gardens
122 Pioneer Trail, Chaska MN
Your ticket includes the supplies needed for your child to paint, decorate a plant a garden for a fairy house. Tickets are limited, reserve yours at the link. March 14, 2026, 10am-1pm. $22.50/child.
EDEN PRAIRIE So much more than shopping at SCHEELS!
8301 Flying Cloud Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Who knew you could spend the day being entertained at the sporting goods store? This generation’s variety features a 65-foot Ferris wheel, mini-bowling, a candy shop, archery range and arcade. No trouble getting the teens to join me on this outing! Visit anytime.
More free things to do this weekend in the Twin Cities with kids – Southwest Metro
SHAKOPEE Stories & Song at Shakopee Library
235 Lewis St S, Shakopee, MN 55379
Drop in for a short storytime on Saturday morning that includes a couple read-alouds, song and activity. No need to register, just drop in. March 14, 2026, 1011am. FREE.