Things to do this week in the Twin Cities Southeast Metro with kids!
This guide covers Twin Cities Southeast Metro family activities for the week of June 8-12, 2026. If you are in search of things to do with your family this weekend, jump over to our TWIN CITIES SOUTHEAST METRO WEEKEND FAMILY GUIDE. We’ve got you covered no matter your corner of the Minneapolis-St Paul Metro Area!
How to plan your family fun this week
More events this week around the Twin Cities Metro Area
Upcoming Twin Cities Southeast Metro Family Events
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
⚈ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Millz House Pay to Play - Millz House, Apple Valley⚈ 9:00 am - 7:30 pm: Woodbury Puppet Wagon (FREE) - Woodbury Parks (see link), Woodbury
⚈ 9:30 am - 10:30 am: Cascade Bay Little Mates - Cascade Bay Water Park, Eagan
⚈ 9:30 am - 1:30 pm: South St Paul Summer Playhouse (FREE) - South St Paul parks (see link), South St Paul
⚈ 9:30 am - 10:30 am: Splash Valley Tots-Only Swim Time - Splash Valley Water Park, Apple Valley
⚈ 10:30 am - 11:00 am: Park Grove Storytime & Art Cart (FREE) - Park Grove Library, Cottage Grove
⚈ 10:30 am - 11:00 am: Woodbury Library Storytime (FREE) - RH Stafford Library, Woodbury
⚈ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm: Splash Pool Toddler Time - Lorraine Park, South St Paul
⚈ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Redwood Community Pool - Kickoff Event - Redwood Park and Community Pool, Apple Valley
⚈ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: West St Paul Tour de Rec - Sports Galore (FREE) - Haskell Park, West St Paul
⚈ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Hastings Summer Kick Off - Levee Park, Hastings
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
⚈ 9:00 am - 11:00 am: Apple Valley Pre-K Gym - Apple Valley Community Center, Apple Valley⚈ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Millz House Pay to Play - Millz House, Apple Valley
⚈ 9:00 am - 11:00 am: Woodbury Puppet Wagon (FREE) - Woodbury Parks (see link), Woodbury
⚈ 9:30 am - 10:30 am: Splash Valley Tots-Only Swim Time - Splash Valley Water Park, Apple Valley
⚈ 10:00 am - 11:00 am: Carpenter Preschool Storytime: Awesome Amphibians (FREE) - Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, Hastings
⚈ 10:00 am - 11:00 am: Carpenter Wisconsin Preschool Storytime: Awesome Amphibians (FREE) - Hein Visitor Center – Carpenter Wisconsin Campus, Hudson
⚈ 10:30 am - 11:00 am: Music & Movement Storytime (FREE) - Park Grove Library, Cottage Grove
⚈ 10:30 am - 1:30 pm: South St Paul Summer Playhouse (FREE) - South St Paul parks (see link), South St Paul
⚈ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm: Splash Pool Toddler Time - Lorraine Park, South St Paul
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southeast Metro on Monday, June 8, 2026
Monday kids entertainment in the park
SOUTH ST PAUL Summer Playhouse
The traveling playhouse visits neighborhood parks to teach kids about astronaut adventures and the solar system each week. Crafts and fun facts are included in the performances. Here’s the Monday schedule:
- Northview Park | 9:30am
- Kaposia Park | 11am
- Harmon Park | 1pm
WOODBURY Puppet Wagon
STARTS THIS WEEK! Shows are short, only about 7 minutes in length, perfect for your wiggly little ones. We recommend bringing a blanket and a picnic to make the most of the outing. Here’s the Monday park lineup:
- Shawnee Park | 9am
- Potawatomi Park | 9:30am
- Chippewa Park | 10am
- Cobblestone Park | 10:30am
- Powers Lake Park | 11am
Twin Cities Southeast Metro Tot Swims
Where can the littles rule the pool before the big kids arrive? Start here for the day’s Southeast Metro schedule and find more on our page of TWIN CITIES TOT SWIMS.
APPLE VALLEY Splash Valley Tots-Only Swim
14421 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Apple Valley, MN 55124
A daily, discounted tot swim time for an hour every morning prior to the full park opening – ages up to 6 years only. June 8, 2026, 9:30-10:30am. $5/child, one free adult.
EAGAN Cascade Bay Little Mates
1360 Civic Center Dr, Eagan, MN 55122
Splashers up to age 6 have Cascade Bay Waterpark to themselves, including the orange slide. June 8, 2026, 9:30-10:30am. $7/child, one adult free.
SOUTH ST PAUL Lorraine Park Splash Pool Toddler Time
756 3rd Ave S, South St Paul, MN 55075
Junior splashers ages 4 and under get to enjoy the splash pool until 12:30pm for just $2/person. Additional $3 if staying later. June 8, 2026.
2026 Library summer reading programs
The chance to relax with a book instead of homework is a highlight of summer for my kids. Kids in Dakota & Washington counties can pop into their local branches to sign up for their summer reading program to earn perks for keeping busy with books.
DAKOTA COUNTY Summer Discovery
Starting June 1​, head to your nearest Dakota County Library location to pick up a summer activity log. ​Complete your activities and return log​ by August 31 for a free book!
WASHINGTON COUNTY Summer Adventure at Your Library
Open to kids up to age 11 this summer grab your game card in person at a Washington County library (or download from the website) starting June 1 and complete the challenges by August 15 to earn your rewards.
FIND OUR COMPLETE 2026 GUIDE TO TWIN CITIES SUMMER READING PROGRAMS
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southeast Metro on Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Tuesday entertainment in the parks
HASTINGS Summer Kick Off
Levee Park, 20 Ramsey St. Hastings MN
Wow, tons of free entertainment in the park to really get summer started strong: inflatables, henna, a foam party caricature artists, live music and food trucks for dinner. June 9, 2026, 5:30-8:30pm. FREE.
Cool off in the Twin Cities Southeast Metro
APPLE VALLEY Redwood Community Pool Kickoff Event
311 150th St W, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Enjoy discounted admission to the renovated pool during the Kickoff Event — $5/pp after 2pm. The pool now features zero-depth entry and a climbing wall along with diving well. June 9, 2026, 1-4pm.
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WEST ST PAUL Tour de Rec: Sports Galore
975 Sperl St, West St Paul, MN 55118
Kids ages 6-12 are invited to drop in for a traveling rec program that brings activities to local parks in West St Paul and Mendota Heights. Staff supervises during the drop-in, hour-long program – today, it’s a sports sampler. June 9, 2026, 1:30-2:30pm. FREE.
COTTAGE GROVEÂ Park Grove Storytime & Art Cart
7900 Hemingway Ave S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
A special storytime centers around themes such as life skills, community and emotions. Activities with the Art Cart will follow with crafts appropriate for kids ages 2-5. June 9, 2026, 10:30am. FREE.
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southeast Metro on Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Wednesday entertainment kids in the park
HASTINGS Rec+Art+Police
Levee Park, 20 Ramsey Street Hastings, MN 55033
Reps from parks & rec and the Hastings police force are traveling to various parks this summer to offer activities, snacks and giveaways. Find them in Pioneer Park this week. June 10, 2026, 1-2pm. FREE.
APPLE VALLEY Splash Valley Waterpark Kickoff Event
14421 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Renovated in 2025, enjoy discounted admission during the Splash Valley Waterpark Kickoff Event — $7/pp after 1pm. June 9, 2026.
Southeast Metro Wednesday tot swims
- APPLE VALLEY Splash Valley Tots-Only Swim – 9:30-10:30am
- SOUTH ST PAUL Lorraine Park Splash Pool Toddler Time
 Tot Time Open Gyms on Wednesday
APPLE VALLEY Pre-K Gym
14603 Hayes Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124
A second weekly option for indoor tot gym time in Apple Valley. June 10, 2026, 9-11am. $3/visit or $15/season pass.
HASTINGS Carpenter Preschool Storytime: Awesome Amphibians
12805 St. Croix Trail, Hastings, MN 55033
New nature themes and activities at Carpenter Nature Center. These are designed for kids ages 2-5 w/ a caregiver. June 10, 2026, 10-11am. FREE.
EAGAN Market Fest
1507 Central Pkwy, Eagan, MN 55121
The Eagan Central Park grounds buzz with weekly concerts and themed nights including one devoted solely to families. Get some fresh produce and let the kids enjoy the splash pad – located next to a fun outdoor challenge course. June 10, 2026 and ongoing Wednesdays, 4-8pm.
>> WHAT’S THE EAGAN MARKETFEST CONCERT LINEUP? >>Â We’re tracking all the free summer music in the Twin Cities on our 2026 GUIDE TO FREE SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK.
EAGAN Movie Nights at Viking Lakes
Viking Lakes, 2685 Vikings Circle, Suite 200, Eagan, MN
Bring your own blanket or comfortable seating for a family-friendly movie each Wednesday thru August 20 in the stadium at Viking Lakes. Please leave food and beverages at home. Tonight’s flick is Secret Life of Pets. June 10, 2026, 6-8pm. FREE.
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southeast Metro on Thursday, June 11, 2026
BURNSVILLE Thursday Rockin Lunch Hour
STARTS THIS WEEK! Super kid-friendly concerts start at noon. Arrive early for story times 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 11, 2026, 5-9pm.
ROSEMOUNT Summer Entertainment at Central Park
Rosemount Central Park, 2893 145th St W, Rosemount, MN 55068
Free kids entertainment weekly – kick off the Thursday series today with Bob the Beachcomber. June 11, 2026, 10am. FREE.
Southeast Metro Thursday tot swims
- APPLE VALLEY Splash Valley Tots-Only Swim – 9:30-10:30am
- EAGAN Cascade Bay Little Mates – 9:30-10:30am
- SOUTH ST PAUL Lorraine Park Splash Pool Toddler Time
APPLE VALLEY Bike Rodeo
135th St W, Apple Valley, MN, 55124Â
Kids ages 5-12 will get ready for spring bike season with a brush up on safety and skills (helmet required to participate. Hot dog & chips included with your free registration (see link). June 11, 2026, 12-2pm. FREE.
EAGAN Viking Lakes Family Movie Night
2685 Vikings Circle, Eagan, MN, 55121
The complex screens free, friendly films outdoors. Bring your own blanket or comfortable seating but please leave food and beverages at home. Those will be available for purchase. Tonight screens Secret Life of Pets. June 11, 2026, 5-8pm.
WOODBURY Starlight Cinema Outdoor Movie Series
Ojibway Park, 2695 Ojibway Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125
The Starlight Cinema Outdoor Movie Nights will be presented at Ojibway Park. This is a free event featuring kids movies; activities start at 7pm and movie is screened at dusk. Tonight’s movie is Zootopia 2. June 11, 2026, 7-9:30pm. FREE.
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southeast Metro on Friday, June 12, 2026
Southeast Metro Friday tot swims
- APPLE VALLEY Splash Valley Tots-Only Swim – 9:30-10:30am
- EAGAN Cascade Bay Little Mates – 9:30-10:30am
HASTINGS Movies In the Park: Zootopia 2
20 Ramsey Street, Hastings, MN 55033
Levee Park boasts movies shown on a 16-foot screen down by the riverfront. Amphitheater seating is available or bring your own chairs and blanket for the grassy lawn. Pack a picnic dinner and arrive an hour prior to showtime for free activities. June 12, 2026.