Things to do in the Twin Cities Southeast Metro this weekend – with kids & family!
This Weekend Family Guide includes events and activities near the Twin Cities, Minnesota, communities of Afton, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Cottage Grove, Eagan, Farmington, Hastings, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Mendota Heights, Rosemount, West St Paul & Woodbury.
This guide covers the weekend of April 20-21, 2024. Not locating the city you’re looking for? We also cover tons of fun family events in the areas of:
Welcome to April in the Twin Cities!
We’re all in a spring fever here at FFTC to bring you fresh family fun ideas for the new season. You can find a bunch here in our weekend guide and even more ideas over in our GUIDE TO SPRING IN THE TWIN CITIES. We try to keep it stocked with options to fit your family’s needs, tastes, size and budget no matter the season or reason. It’s right about time for the Twin to celebrate EARTH DAY – this weekend! – so make a stop on our FAMILY FUN CALENDAR for a complete listing of events.
Fun outdoor activities in the Twin Cities Southeast Metro parks this weekend
We’re bringing you the scoop on dozens of outdoor activities this weekend in Twin Cities parks carefully curated on our FAMILY FUN CALENDAR. Our top picks for the Southeast Metro:
Twin Cities Southeast Metro Earth Day events this weekend
You can find out more in our guide to TWIN CITIES EARTH DAY EVENTS.
Earth Day Birding Festival
12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033
Carpenter Nature Center traditionally celebrates its annual Birding Festival on Earth Day Weekend. Last year, they also opened late for self-guided exploration. April 20, 2024; 7am-5pm. ($5/pp or $15/includes a box lunch). Advanced registration is encouraged. Call 651-437-4359 to register. Learn more about programs at Carpenter Nature Center.
South St Paul Environmental Expo
Central Square, 100 7th Avenue N, South St Paul, MN 55075
Something for everyone in the family here on Earth Day weekend: see an electric vehicle display, pot and plant pretty spring flowers, take home local products and stop at vendors scavenger-hunt style to be entered in a prize drawing. 10am-1pm. FREE.
Eagan Summer Kickoff
Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Dr, Eagan, MN 55122
Get pumped up to explore summer fun in Eagan parks – get information about summer programming plus participate in fun activities, giveaways, and grab some refreshments. April 20, 2024, 10am-12pm. FREE.
More ideas for things to do this weekend in the Twin Cities with kids – Southeast Metro
Pahl’s Market Spring Grand Opening
6885 160th St W, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Get in the mood for everything spring while enjoying Pahl’s brand new greenhouse and retail space. The day’s family-friendly events include tours with door prizes, free cake, live music, pizza & ice cream trucks and sales all day. April 20, 2024, 10am-3pm.