Things to do this week in Minneapolis & St Paul with your kids!
This guide covers Twin Cities family activities for the week of June 5-9, 2023. 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 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 JUNE 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, JUNE 5, 2023
Family fun ideas for Monday: Music in the parks
Monday Morning Kids Series
Moir Park, 10400 Morgan Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55431
Starts today featuring the tunes of KidPower with Rachel Kroog. June 5, 2023. 10:30-11:30am. We’ve added Moir Park to our list of the 10 BEST PARKS IN BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA, TO VISIT WITH KIDS!
Opera Under the Stars
Water Works Park, 333 1st St S, Minneapolis, MN 55401
A 90-minute, family-friendly concert featuring aria and ensemble hits from a famous opera or musical theater show. June 5, 2023, 7pm. FREE.
Twin Cities Storytimes on Monday:
- HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY STORYTIMES: Brooklyn Park & Champlin library branches.
- WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY STORYTIMES: Lakeland (Valley), Mahtomedi (Wildwood), Oakdale & Woodbury library branches.
More family fun ideas for Monday: Brush up your bike skills for summer
In celebration of summer getting real, it might be fun to visit one of these bike parks and test out your junior cyclist’s skills. We recommend the following:
- CARVER LAKE PARK: According to the city of Woodbury website, the bike park playground has four designated areas to teach bike skills including a bicycle playground, a tot track, pump track and a trail loop for advanced riders with
dirt rollers, wooden berms, and rock gardens. The park also has bike trails, a playground and a beach. More information. 3175 Century Ave S, Woodbury, MN. 55125.
- NORTHEAST ATHLETIC FIELD PARK: This would be a great “starter” bike park because the challenges are fairly simple. 1615 Pierce St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413.
- WEST DRAW PARK: The bike park currently contains a pump track, dirt jumps, a mountain bike skills area and a mountain cross track. A tot track is planned for the future. 7050 Meadow Grass Avenue, Cottage Grove, MN 55016.
FUN THINGS TO DO IN THE TWIN CITIES ON TUESDAY, JUNE 6, 2023
Family fun ideas for Tuesday: Let’s play at the park!
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. June 6, 2023.
Tuesday entertainment in the parks:
Centennial Lakes Summer Kids Concerts
Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Avenue South, Edina, MN 55435
Today’s kids concert features crowd-pleasers the Teddy Bear Band. BONUS FUN: There is so much to explore at Centennial Lakes Park from paddle boats to lawn games to tiny model yachts that zip around the canals. Kids concerts are also performed in the park on Thursdays. June 6, 2023, 11am. FREE.
Tuesday night movies in the park:
Audubon Park Ice Cream Social & Movie in the Park
1320 29th Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN, US 55418
Free ice cream, activities for kids and a free movie in the park to follow. The movie Turning Red will be screened. Classic summer stuff here. June 6, 2023, 7:30-11pm.
GET OUR COMPLETE CALENDAR TO FREE SUMMER MOVIES IN THE PARKS!
Twin Cities Storytimes on Tuesday:
- DAKOTA COUNTY LIBRARY: Burnhaven, Heritage & Pleasant Hill library branches.
- HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY: Minneapolis Central & Northeast, Excelsior & Sumner library branches.
- ST PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARY: Arlington Hills, Highland & St Anthony Park library branches.
- WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY: Bayport, Forest Lake Hardwood Creek & Woodbury RH Stafford library branches.
FUN THINGS TO DO IN THE TWIN CITIES ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 2023
Wednesday entertainment in the parks:
Groovin in the Garden at Como Zoo
1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN 55103
FREE concerts and activities in front of the conservatory. Some food and beverages will be available to purchase. Concerts will take place in visitor center if it rains. June 7, 2023, 6-8pm.
Bonus Fun: Como Zoo is open until 6pm. Extend the fun: have a day at the zoo before the concert. Or just pack a picnic and enjoy some fun playground time.
Where can I find the Puppet Wagon in the Twin Cities on Wednesday?
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 – 10am
- POWERS LAKE PARK – 10000 Brookview Road, Woodbury, MN, 10:30am
- EVERGREEN WEST PARK – 1033 Tamberwood Trail, Woodbury, MN, 11am
Traveling around more than 20 Woodbury parks with fun puppet shows. See link for schedule. Ongoing Mon-Thurs. Starts June 7, 2023.
Albertville Friendly City Days
Carnival opens on Wednesday plus the festival’s Family Fun Night at St Albert’s Parish from 6-8pm. June 7, 2023.
Twin Cities Storytimes on Wednesday:
- DAKOTA COUNTY LIBRARY: Burnhaven, Robert Trail & Wentworth library branches.
- HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY: Champlin, Linden Hills Park, Minneapolis North Regional & Washburn library branches.
- ST PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARY: Dayton’s Bluff, Rondo & West Seventh library branches.
- WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY: Cottage Grove Park Grove, & Woodbury RH Stafford library branches.
More family fun ideas for Wednesday: Train Lovers?
Tots & Trains at Jackson Street Roundhouse
193 Pennsylvania Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55130
Your little train lovers will go nuts for this playdate! Tinker around with train tables and interactive displays. Run through real passenger train cars. Create a craft to take home and listen to a transportation-themed story. Coffee for adults! June 7, 2023, 10am-12pm. $10-$13/pp or $35/family pack.
WHERE ELSE CAN I BRING A KID WHO LOVES TRAINS IN THE TWIN CITIES?
GAMES GALORE AT UNION DEPOT
214 4th St E, St Paul, MN 55101
This is a great indoor activity – play giant-size versions of favorite games like chess, checkers, Connect Four, Dominoes, Jenga and more. Plus, the historic depot is great for train lovers to explore! June 7, 2023, 10am-8pm. FREE!
Historic Wayzata Train Depot Museum
Got a little (or big) train lover in the family? Head out to the HISTORIC WAYZATA TRAIN DEPOT MUSEUM. My kids loved the hands-on exhibits inside and the sweet model train layout outdoors. Open weekends & Wednesdays from 12-4pm with free admission.
FUN THINGS TO DO IN THE TWIN CITIES ON THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 2023
Thursday entertainment in the park:
Burnsville Party on the Plaza
Free, all-ages event. Live music, food trucks, arts & craft vendors, games and more. Are you aware that NICOLLET COMMONS PARK has an absolutely beautiful water feature for a centerpiece? Your kids won’t be able to resist it. June 8, 2023, 4-9pm.
Where can I find the Puppet Wagon in the Twin Cities on Thursday?
- 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.
Twin Cities Storytimes on Thursday:
- DAKOTA COUNTY LIBRARY: Pleasant Hill, Robert Trail & Wentworth branch libraries.
- HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY: Maple Plain & Oxboro library branches.
- RAMSEY COUNTY LIBRARY: New Brighton library branch.
- ST PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARY: George Latimer & Sun Ray library branches.
- WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY: Bayport, Cottage Grove, Hardwood Creek & Woodbury RH Stafford library branches.
THURSDAY FEATURED STORYTIME: Garden Storytime at Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden
1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55405
A naturalist hosts a different nature themed story each week within the Garden followed by an activity. Meet just outside the Visitor Shelter. Bring a blanket to sit on. June 8, 2023, 10am, FREE.
More family fun ideas for Thursday:
LIL’ EXPLORER THURSDAYS AT COMO ZOO
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN 55103
The beloved (at least by my family) preschool program is finally back offering weekly themed activities to the 4-and-under set. Think sand tables, sponge painting, worm digs and interactive storytimes. June 8, 2023, 10am-12pm.
West St Paul Days City Open House
West St Paul Municipal Center, 1650 Humboldt Avenue, West St Paul MN
A city open house with public works vehicles is held as an event during the city’s annual summer festival. June 8, 2023, 5-8pm. FREE.
FUN THINGS TO DO IN THE TWIN CITIES ON FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 2023
Tot Time Open Swims on Friday:
- OPENS TODAY! EAGAN: CASCADE BAY (9:30-10:30am, $6/child, one adult FREE)
- OPENS TODAY! RICHFIELD OUTDOOR POOL (10am-11am, $10-$11/pp)
- OPENS TODAY! ST LOUIS PARK AQUATIC PARK (9:30am-11am)
SPECIAL EVENT! First Day of Summer at St Louis Park Aquatic Center
Today-only special deals include $1 hot dogs, 50-cent small sodas and 50-cent ice cream sandwiches. Plus special admission price of $4/pp. June 9, 2023, 3pm-close.
Friday Fun at Augsburg Adventure Park
7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, MN 55423
This week features a storybook hike. Select Fridays & Saturdays will bring unique entertainment to the all-inclusive playground, followed by open playtime. June 9, 2023, 10am. FREE. Learn more about Richfield’s Augsburg Adventure Park.
HUNGRY YET? It’s Food Truck Friday at Augsburg Adventure Park! Soul to Soul BBQ from 10am-2pm.
Friday Night Movies in the Park
EDINA: Sunset Fridays at Centennial Lake Park
Centennial Lake Park, 7499 France Ave. S. Edina, MN 55435
Movies in the Park presents Sunset Fridays at Centennial Lake Park. There’s so much to enjoy and explore at this location. Tonight’s movie is Top Gun: Maverick. June 9, 2023.
ROSEVILLE: Roll-in Movies at the OVAL
John Rose Minnesota Oval, 2661 Civic Center Dr, Roseville, MN 55113
Family favorites screened on the giant Oval scoreboard. Tonight’s selection is Disney’s Encanto. Bring your own seating. June 9, 2023, 7:30pm.
More family fun ideas for Friday: June festivals & fairs
Champlin Father Hennepin Festival
651 West River Road. Champlin, MN 55316
Friday activities include: Carnival, the parade (6:30pm), a movie at dusk and festival fireworks. June 9, 2023.
Hugo Good Neighbor Days
Hanfil Fields, 7032 137th St N, Hugo, MN 55038
Friday carnival rides & games. June 9, 2023, 5pm-11pm.
North St Paul Touch-a-Truck
Charles Street and 7th Ave. E, North St Paul MN
Kids can view fire trucks, police cars, snowplows, and more equipment during the History Cruzers Car Show. June 9, 2023, 4-8pm. FREE.
Twin Cities Storytimes on Friday:
- DAKOTA COUNTY LIBRARY: Inver Glen library branch.
- HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY: Minneapolis East Lake, Pierre Bottineau, Ridgedale, St Louis Park & Walker library branches.
- ST PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARY: Hancock Rec Center & Riverview branch libraries.
- WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY: Cottage Grove Park Grove & Lake Elmo library branches.
FRIDAY FEATURED STORYTIME! Storytime at Ojibway Park
2695 Ojibway Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125
30 minutes of singing, stories and learning together for ages 0-5. June 9, 2023, 10:30am.
Summer Reading Kickoff at New Brighton Library
400 10th St NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
The Big Fun Show headlines the official start of the summer reading program at Ramsey County Library branches. June 9, 2023, 11am.
More family fun ideas for Friday:
North St Paul Touch-a-Truck
Charles Street and 7th Ave. E, North St Paul MN
Kids can view fire trucks, police cars, snowplows, and more equipment during the History Cruzers Car Show. June 9, 2023, 4-8pm. FREE.
FUN THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND IN THE TWIN CITIES: JUNE 10-11, 2023
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! Now that summer is close to upon us, you’ll want to keep these ideas close at hand at beat boredom and keep kids active:
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
