Things to do this week in Minneapolis & St Paul with your kids!
This guide covers Twin Cities family activities for the week of July 4-8, 2022. If you are in search of things to do with your family this weekend, jump over to our WEEKEND FAMILY GUIDE. Because the parents that make up the FFTC Team are always dreaming up ways to make life easier to manage with kids, we’ve organized our summer event information by region of the Twin Cities metro area – we’ve got you covered no matter your corner!
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As always, you can check our JULY FAMILY GUIDE, the ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SUMMER FUN IN THE TWIN CITIES or our FAMILY FUN CALENDAR for more fun ideas on what to do this week in the Twin Cities with your kids – satisfaction guaranteed (or close to it!)
Fun Things to do in the Twin cities on Monday, July 4, 2022
TOT TIME OPEN Swims ON MONDAY:
- BLOOMINGTON FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER (10am-12pm, $8-$10/pp)
- EAGAN: CASCADE BAY (9:30-10:30am, $6/child)
- RICHFIELD OUTDOOR POOL (10am-11am, $9-$11/pp)
- SOUTH ST PAUL: LORRAINE SPLASH POOL (11am-12:30pm, $5/pp)
- ST LOUIS PARK AQUATIC PARK (9:30am-11am, $10-$15/pp)
Twin Cities Independence Day/Fourth of July Events:
Where can you find the fireworks displays and community festivals to in honor of Independence Day in the Twin Cities? Consult our list of cities to find one near you:
- APPLE VALLEY: Johnny Cake Ridge Park East, Apple Valley, MN 55124. Arrive early for a pre-fireworks family party beginning at 6pm; fireworks at 10pm.
- BLAINE: National Sports Center, 1700 105th Ave NE Blaine, MN 55449. Fireworks at 10pm.
- CHANHASSEN: Lake Ann Park, 1456 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, MN 55317. Fireworks at 10pm.
- COON RAPIDS: Coon Rapids Ice Center, 1100 Crooked Lake Boulevard, Coon Rapids, MN 55433. Fireworks at 10pm.
- EAGAN: 1501 Central Pkwy, Eagan, MN 55121. Fireworks at 10pm.
- EDEN PRAIRIE: Round Lake Park, 16691 Valley View Road Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55346. Fireworks at 10pm.
- EXCELSIOR: Excelsior Commons, 135 Lake St, Excelsior, MN 55331. South Lake Minnetonka – fireworks at 9:45pm.
- FOREST LAKE: Lakeside Memorial Park, 95 E Broadway Ave, Forest Lake, MN 55025 – fireworks at 10pm.
- LAKEVILLE: Lakeville North High School, 19600 Ipava Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044. Fireworks at 10pm.
- MAPLEWOOD: Hazelwood Park, 1663 County Rd C E, Maplewood, MN 55109. Fireworks at 10pm.
- ROSEVILLE: Central Park, 2540 Lexington Avenue North, Roseville, MN 55113. Fireworks over Bennett Lake at 10pm.
- STILLWATER: Lowell Park, 201 Water St N, Stillwater, MN 55082. Fireworks at dusk.
- ST LOUIS PARK: Aquila Park, 3110 Xylon Ave S, St Louis Park, MN 55426 – fireworks at dusk.
- WOODBURY: M Health Fairview Sports Center, 4125 Radio Dr., Woodbury, MN 55129. Fireworks at 10pm.
- WHITE BEAR LAKE: Manitou Days Fireworks – Memorial Beach, 4980 Lake Ave, White Bear Lake, MN 55110. Fireworks, Flyover & Music 8pm-11pm.
Fun things to do in the twin Cities on Tuesday, July 5, 2022
TOT TIME OPEN Swims ON TUESDAY:
- BLOOMINGTON FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER (10am-12pm, $8-$10/pp)
- EAGAN: CASCADE BAY (9:30-10:30am, $6/child)
- RICHFIELD OUTDOOR POOL (10am-11am, $9-$11/pp)
- SOUTH ST PAUL: LORRAINE SPLASH POOL (11am-12:30pm, $5/pp)
- ST LOUIS PARK AQUATIC PARK (9:30am-11am, $10-$15/pp)
- ST PAUL: BATTLE CREEK WATERWORKS (10-11am, $2.50/pp)
More family fun ideas for Tuesday:
FREE TUESDAY at WASHINGTON COUNTY PARKS
Explore Washington County Parks free on the first Tuesday of every month (non-holiday). No vehicle permit required. Find a listing of parks here. This might be the perfect day to visit LAKE ELMO PARK RESERVE SWIM POND for free! The chlorinated pond has a sand bottom and beach. July 5, 2022.
WHERE CAN I FIND THE PUPPET WAGON IN THE TWIN CITIES ON TUESDAY?
EAGAN SPARK! MOBILE PUPPET WAGON
- WOODHAVEN PARK – 3935 Beryl Road, Eagan MN, 10:30am
- EAGAN CENTRAL PARK – 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan MN, 11:45am
ROSEVILLE PUPPET WAGON
Puppet shows in the park are about 15-20 minutes in length. Pack a picnic and spend the afternoon!
- OASIS PARK – 1700 County Road C2 West, 9:30am
- VILLA PARK – 2055 Cohansey Boulevard, Roseville MN, 10:30am
- LEXINGTON PARK – 2131 Lexington Avenue North, Roseville MN, 11:30am
More fun in Twin Cities parks on Tuesday:
DESTINATION ALL PLAY AT WOODHAVEN PARK
1950 Gold Trail, Eagan MN 55122
Special activities are staffed at the park including crafts, games, snacks and beverages. July 5, 2022, 6-7:30pm. FREE.
GET OUR COMPLETE CALENDARS TO MUSIC, MOVIES AND MORE KID-FRIENDLY ENTERTAINMENT IN TWIN CITIES PARKS!
Fun things to do in the twin cities on Wednesday, July 6, 2022
TOT TIME OPEN Swims ON WedneSDAY:
- BLOOMINGTON FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER (10am-12pm, $8-$10/pp)
- RICHFIELD OUTDOOR POOL (10am-11am, $9-$11/pp)
- SOUTH ST PAUL: LORRAINE SPLASH POOL (11am-12:30pm, $5/pp)
- ST LOUIS PARK AQUATIC PARK (9:30am-11am, $10-$15/pp)
Featured Twin Cities Community Festival:
Lakeville Pan-o-Prog Ice Cream Social
20150 Highview Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044
The community festival includes an ice cream social with free ice cream and cookie dough plus carnival games and live music. 1-3pm.
WHERE CAN I FIND THE PUPPET WAGON IN THE TWIN CITIES ON WEDNESDAY?
ROSEVILLE PUPPET WAGON
- ACORN PARK – 286 County Rd C West, Roseville, MN 55113, 9:30am
- CENTRAL PARK VICTORIA WEST – 2495 Victoria St. North, Roseville MN, 10:30am
- AUTUMN GROVE PARK – 1365 Lydia Avenue West, Roseville MN, 11:30am
Want to get out and play in Roseville parks this summer? Try starting with our list of the best: Roseville Family Fun – 10 Best Parks in Roseville to Explore This Summer.
EAGAN PUPPET SHOWS IN THE PARK
- TRAPP FARM PARK – 841 Wilderness Run Rd, Eagan, MN 55123, 10am
- RIVER HILLS EAST PARK – 4343 Metcalf Drive, Eagan MN, 11:15am
WOODBURY PUPPET WAGON
- SUMMIT POINTE PARK – 1599 Interlachen Parkway, Woodbury, MN, 9am
- STONEMILL FARMS PARK – 11500 Sawmill Curve, Woodbury, MN, 9:30am
- DANCING WATERS PARK
- POWERS LAKE PARK – 10000 Brookview Road, Woodbury, MN, 10:30am
- EVERGREEN WEST PARK – 1033 Tamberwood Trail, Woodbury, MN, 11am
More family fun ideas on Wednesday:
PICK YOUR OWN DELICIOUS STRAWBERRIES
A trip to the berry patch is one of our family’s sweetest summer traditions. It’s a wonderful activity that appeals to a wide range of ages and can lead to fun memories in the kitchen as you experiment with recipes for your fresh haul. We have great ideas for the best Twin Cities strawberry patches to pick your own berries.
Fun things to do in the twin cities on Thursday, July 7, 2022
TOT TIME OPEN Swims ON ThurSDAY:
- BLOOMINGTON FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER (10am-12pm, $8-$10/pp)
- EAGAN: CASCADE BAY (9:30-10:30am, $6/child)
- RICHFIELD OUTDOOR POOL (10am-11am, $9-$11/pp)
- SOUTH ST PAUL: LORRAINE SPLASH POOL (11am-12:30pm, $5/pp)
- ST LOUIS PARK AQUATIC PARK (9:30am-11am, $10-$15/pp)
Featured Twin Cities Community Festival:
Robbinsdale Whiz Bang Days Ice Cream Social & Vehicle Fair
Citizens Independent Bank, 3700 W Broadway Ave, Robbinsdale, MN 55422
Free Johnny Pops, face painting and live music to enjoy PLUS the vehicles your kids want to explore: an ambulance, police car and fire truck. July 7, 2022, 4-6pm. FIND MORE TWIN CITIES TOUCH-A-TRUCK EVENTS THIS SUMMER!
WHERE CAN I FIND THE PUPPET WAGON IN THE TWIN CITIES ON THURSDAY?
ROSEVILLE PUPPET WAGON
- OWASSO PARK – 593 Owasso Hills Drive, Roseville MN, 9:30am
- ROSEBROOK PARK – 2590 Fry Street, Roseville MN, 10:30am
- LAUDERDALE PARK – 2328 Roselawn Ave W, Lauderdale, MN, 55113, 11:30am
EAGAN SPARK! PUPPET SHOWS IN THE PARK
Puppets and live musical performances in Eagan parks.
- MOONSHINE PARK – 1317 Jurdy Road, Eagan MN, 10am
- BRIDLE RIDGE PARK – 3990 Elrene Rd, Eagan, MN 55123, 11:15am
- EAGAN ART HOUSE – 3981 Lexington Avenue South, Eagan, MN, 6:15pm
WOODBURY PUPPET WAGON
- RIDGE PARK – 3525 Parkers Drive, Woodbury, MN, 9am
- PIONEER PARK – 2670 Wimbledon Drive, Woodbury, MN, 9:30am
- TIMBERLEA PARK – Timberlea Park, Boulder Ridge Road, Woodbury, MN, 10am
- FAIRWAY MEADOWS PARK – 2240 Woodcrest Drive, Woodbury, MN, 10:30am
- COLBY LAKE PARK – 9715 Valley Creek Road, Woodbury, MN, 11am
fun things to do in the twin cities on friday, July 8, 2022
TOT TIME OPEN Swims ON FriDAY:
- BLOOMINGTON FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER (10am-12pm, $8-$10/pp)
- EAGAN: CASCADE BAY (9:30-10:30am, $6/child)
- RICHFIELD OUTDOOR POOL (10am-11am, $9-$11/pp)
- SHAKOPEE: SANDVENTURE AQUATIC PARK (9:15-10:45am, $5/child)
- ST LOUIS PARK AQUATIC PARK (9:30am-11am, $10-$15/pp)
Twin Cities community ice cream socials on Friday:
Hiawatha School Park Ice Cream Social
4305 E 42nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Free fun in the park: ice cream, bounce houses and a movie (American Underdog; The Kurt Warner Story.) July 8, 2022. Likely 7:30-9pm.
Duluth & Case Rec Center Ice Cream Day
1020 Duluth St, St Paul, MN 55106
Free outdoor games and an ice cream treat for kids ages 7-17. Must register beforehand. July 8, 2022. 1:30-2:30pm.
We all scream for ice cream! Find our calendar of Twin Cities ice cream socials for summer 2022.
Featured Twin Cities Community Festival:
Andover Family Fun Fest
Look for family entertainment Friday night including magic & juggling shows, a street dance & inflatables (for a small fee). July 8, 2022.
Where can I find the puppet wagon in the twin cities on Friday?
Rosemount PUPPETS IN THE PARK
- CAMFIELD PARK – 14795 Canada Ave W, Rosemount, MN 55068, 9:30am
- CONNEMARA PARK – 13930 Connemara Trail , Rosemount, MN 55068, 10:15am
- AILESBURY PARK – 14238 Ailesbury Ave Rosemount, MN 55068, 11am
- JAYCEE PARK – 15425 Shannon Parkway Rosemount, MN 55068, 11:45am
Storytime in the Park
Long Lake Regional Park, 1500 Old Highway 8. New Brighton, MN 55112
Stories for kids, with a craft or nature activity to follow. July 8, 2022, 10:30am. FREE.
Fun things to do this weekend in the twin cities, July 9-10, 2022
Too many fun things to list here, I’ll tell you that. So we publish a separate guide each weekend with up-to-the-last-minute ideas for spending family time together.
FAMILY FUN ALL WEEK IN THE TWIN CITIES
Ideas to pull out of your “back pocket” nearly any day of the week!
BEST outDOOR PLAYGROUNDS IN THE TWIN CITIES
Here at FFTC we’re up to our ears covering more than 800 TWIN CITIES PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS in our Parks Directory. Or, to get just a taste of the best, head over to our round up of the TOP PLAYGROUNDS IN THE TWIN CITIES TO TRY THIS SUMMER.
THE BEST TWIN CITIES OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOLS, WATER PARKS & SPLASH PADs
