Things to do in the Twin Cities Northwest Metro this weekend – with kids & family!
This Weekend Family Guide includes events and activities near the Twin Cities, Minnesota, communities of Albertville, Andover, Anoka, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids, Crystal, Elk River, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, Otsego, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, Rogers & St Michael.
This guide covers the weekend of March 30-31, 2024. Not finding the city you’re searching for? We also cover fun family events in the areas of:
Welcome to spring in the Twin Cities!
Even after such a mild winter we’re still excited at the prospect of sharing a fresh new season of ideas and reasons for getting out and enjoying family fun around the Twin Cities. For more inspiration on spending family time together this weekend, hop over to our APRIL FAMILY GUIDE our ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SPRING IN THE TWIN CITIES, or our FAMILY FUN CALENDAR. We keep it stocked with options to fit your family’s needs.
Easter egg hunts this weekend in the Twin Cities - Northwest Metro
Corcoran Easter Egg Hunt
Corcoran Community Park, 20200 County Road 50, Corcoran, Minnesota 55340
Community-wide Easter egg hunt for kids up to age 10, divided into 3 age groups (0-3, 3-6 and 6-10). The event will begin at 10am sharp. March 30, 2024. FREE.
Dayton Easter Egg Hunt & Coloring Contest
Dayton Central Park, 12260 S. Diamond Lake Rd
Kids ages 12 & under are invited to hunt for candy and toy filled eggs in three different age categories. Plus, get a visit in with the Easter Bunny. 4 & under – 10:15am, age 5-7 – 10:30am, ages 8-12 – 10:45am. For the coloring contest, grab a coloring sheet from the box located at the front entrance of City Hall or print one out from the website. Drop it back off by March 28 to be eligible to win the prize. March 30, 2024, FREE.
Minne Made Easter Event
707 Main St NW, Elk River, MN 5533o
Kids can hunt for Easter eggs in the store with treats inside. While they hunt, their adults can shop spring sales. March 30, 2024, 10am-6pm. FREE.
Easter Bunny & Baby Animals at The Woods
The Woods Gifts, 15825 95th Ave N, Maple Grove, Minnesota 55369
The shop is celebrating its 25th year of photos with the Easter Bunny (BYO camera), sweet baby animals, food trucks and prize giveaways. March 30, 2024, 9am-3pm. FREE.
Arbor Lakes Kids Easter Event
12459 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove, MN 55369
A kids Easter eggstravaganza with crafts and games for ages 4-12. Located in the space across from H&M. March 30, 2024, 1-2pm, FREE.
Fun outdoor activities in the Twin Cities Northwest 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 Northwest Metro parks.
Free Family Fun Day at Mississippi Gateway Regional Park
10360 W River Rd, Brooklyn Park, MN 55444
This weekend, learn all about rabbits and hares by examining evidence of the animals and taking a short walk to search. Check in at the visitor center to learn more about what you might find at MISSISSIPPI GATEWAY REGIONAL PARK. March 31, 2024, 1-3pm. FREE admission.
More free or low cost things to do this weekend in the Twin Cities - Northwest Metro
Avant Garden Bookstore: Children’s Storytime
215 E Main St, Anoka, MN 55303
Kids will enjoy a storytime just for them, their grown-ups might appreciate that that the bookstore is also a coffee shop. Ongoing Saturdays. March 30, 2024, 10am. FREE.