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 March 30-31, 2024. Not locating the city you’re looking for? We also cover tons of fun family events in the areas of:
Welcome to spring in the Twin Cities!
With the end of March being o-so-fickle in Minnesota, you just never know what might be possible come the weekend – building a snowman? Having a barbecue? Whatever your hopes, we have ideas for indoor and outdoor fun (hint: heavy on the EASTER EGG HUNTS this weekend). 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 - Southeast Metro
Burnsville Egg-cellent Spring Adventure
Neill Park, 13501 Upton Ave S, Burnsville, MN 55337
Activities include an egg hunt, face painting, crafts, games, breakfast and photos with the Easter Bunny. Kids up to age 8 must be registered as there is limited space. Early registration recommended. March 30, 2024, 9-11am, $5.45/pp.
Burnsville Center Easter Egg Hunt
1178 Burnsville Center, Burnsville, MN 55306
Kids can for eggs hidden throughout the mall in a hunt age groups: 2-5 and 6-10 year olds. BYO basket. Plus visits and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Adults can hunt for participating store gift cards. March 30, 2024, event runs 12-2pm. FREE.
Oak Hills Church Eggstravaganza
Oak Hills Church, 1570 Yankee Doodle Road, Eagan MN
Kids up to age 11 are invited to hunt for eggs in age groups, then participate in crafts, games, prizes, and photos with the Easter Bunny. March 30, 2024, 9:30-11am. FREE.
Newport Lutheran Church Easter Egg Hunt
900 15th St, Newport, MN 55055
This is a free, outdoor family event with prizes, crafts and over 3500 hidden eggs. Best for families with children 12 & under. March 30, 2024, 10am. FREE.
Marcus Theatres Hop to the Movies
Marcus Theatres Rosemount, 15280 Carrousel Way, Rosemount, MN 55068
Kids under 11 can join in Easter events such as egg hunts, photo opps with the Easter bunny, crafts and treats before seeing either the movie Hop or Migration. Doors open at 10am, egg hunt 10:30am and movie at 11. March 30, 2024. $9.50/pp.
South St Paul Giant Egg Hunt
Kaposia Park, 1028 Wilde Avenue, South St Paul MN
Ages 1-8 hunt for candy & prizes, plus a petting zoo and a visit from the Easter Bunny. March 30, 2024, 9-10am, FREE.
West St Paul Egg Hunt
Harmon Park Ballfields, 230 Bernard St. W, West St. Paul, MN 55118
A free egg hunt! More than 3,000+ eggs to find with some golden prize eggs mixed in. Afterwards, enjoy music, crafts, and refreshments. For kids ages 3-12, please. March 30, 2024, 9:30-10:30am.
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:
Nature Foolin’ at Dodge Nature Center
365 Marie Ave W, West St Paul, MN 55118
For families with kids ages 6+ – learn about animals who use camouflage in nature. Be prepared for the outdoors and pre-register as space is limited. March 30, 2024, 10:30-11:30am. $7/pp.