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, Burnsville, Chaska, Eden Prairie, Edina, Hopkins, Minnetonka, New Hope, Prior Lake, Richfield, Shakopee, St Louis Park, Victoria & Waconia.
This guide covers the weekend of April 6-7, 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!
For more ideas on spending spring family time together this weekend, hippity hop over to our APRIL FAMILY GUIDE, our ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SPRING IN THE TWIN CITIES or our FAMILY FUN CALENDAR.
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. Some fun family ideas for you here:
Visit a working farm
We always get excited when it’s time to promote the early spring farm babies events because it feels like a promise that winter has come to an end in Minnesota. (Of course, we deal with our fair share of April blizzards, but baby animals don’t listen to the weather forecast.) FIND MORE MINNESOTA FARM BABIES EVENTS and plan ahead!
Saturday Morning on the Farm
Gale Woods Farm, 7210 County Rd 110 W, Minnetrista, MN 55364
This wonderful working farm is a great place for kids to get close and in barns (that’s my delighted daughter pictured). Read about a spring visit to the farm here. Spots will fill quickly. If you can’t make it to one of the farm tours, stop over for a self-guided walk around the grounds; Gale Woods is a public park and welcomes visitors. April 6, 2024, drop in between 9:30am-12pm. $6/pp.
More Twin Cities Southwest Metro park events
Open House at Pond Dakota Mission Park
401 E 104th St, Bloomington, MN 55420
Each Saturday explore living history – often the programs are held outside so dress for the weather. Enjoy hands-on activities and walk on the trails. April 6, 2024. Drop in from 1-4pm, FREE or suggested donation of $2/pp.
Free Family Fun Day at Richardson: Big Year of BugsÂ
Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E Bush Lake Road, Bloomington MN
This weekend, a naturalist will teach visitors about a special, tree-dwelling insect. Drop in between the scheduled hours. Learn more about all the kid-friendly details at RICHARDSON NATURE CENTER. April 7, 2024, 1-3pm. FREE.
Nature Rocks! Eden Prairie Outdoor Center Open House
Eden Prairie Outdoor Center, 13765 Staring Lake Parkway, Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55347
Drop in to meet the resident animals, learn about programs and events. April 6, 2024, 10am-1pm. FREE.
More ideas for things to do this weekend in the Twin Cities with kids – Southwest Metro
Free First Saturday Art Lab
Edina Art Center, 4701 W 64th St, Edina, MN 55435
Register ahead, then drop in to make art from a variety of supplied materials the first Saturday of the month. Dabble, explore, try at no cost to you. April 6, 2024, 10am-12pm.
The Galleria World of Wonder Floral Experience
Galleria Edina
FINAL WEEKEND! This year’s Galleria Floral Experience Into the Deep is perfect for anyone intrigued by the mysterious and beautiful world under the sea. Created by Bachman’s gardeners, guests of all ages can explore an immersive experience. Now-April 7, 2024 during open hours. FREE.
Make-and-Take Fairy Gardens at Little Roos
122 Pioneer Trail, Chaska, MN 55318
Kids can paint and decorate their own fairy gardens with all supplies included in the price. Take it home, place it in your own garden and see what fairies you might attract! April 6, 2024, slots from 10am-2pm. $20.
Home Depot Kids Workshops
400 W 79th St, Bloomington, MN 55420
13100 Valley View Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
6301 Richfield Pkwy, Richfield, MN 55423
1701 Co Rd 18, Shakopee, MN 55379
5800 Cedar Lk Rd S, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Kids can put together simple DIY projects the first Saturday of the month for free. This month kids can put together a butterfly box to attract pollinators to your yard. March 3, 2024, 9am-12pm.
Crack the Case! at Lakeshore Learning
5699 W 16th St, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Hands-on, inquisitive fun this month includes a detective challenge you’ll need to crack codes and investigate clues to solve. No registration, just walk in and explore the store. April 6, 2024, 11am-3pm. FREE.
High School Musical at International School of Minnesota
6385 Beach Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Have you introduced your kids to this Disney phenomenon? Here’s your chance – live and on the stage in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro. Two final shows this weekend – and Saturday is a pay-what-you’re-able performance. April 6, 2 & 7pm & April 7, 2pm. Tickets $8-$15/pp.
Richfield Board Game Night
Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, MNÂ 55423
Calling all ages 10+ who love to play board games! Gather with others who feel likewise – Games by James and Air Traffic will bring by both classic and new tabletop games to play and rec staff will be present to help teach rules if necessary. April 6, 2024, 5-9pm. FREE.