Things to do this week in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro with kids!
This guide covers Twin Cities Southwest Metro family activities for the week of July 20-24, 2026. If you are in search of things to do with your family this weekend, jump over to our TWIN CITIES SOUTHWEST 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 Southwest Metro Family Events
Sunday, July 19, 2026
⚈ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm: Lowry Free Fun: Busy Beavers - Lowry Nature Center, Victoria⚈ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Hopkins Raspberry Festival Grande Day Parade - City of Hopkins, Hopkins
⚈ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Richardson Drop-In Discoveries (FREE) - Richardson Nature Center, Bloomington
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro on Monday, July 20, 2026
Monday kids entertainment in the parks
BLOOMINGTON Monday Morning Kids Series
Valley View Playfield, 9000 Portland Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420
Features family favorite entertainer Dazzling Dave Yo-Yo Master. July 20, 2026, 10:30-11:30am. FREE.
FIND ALL THE FREEBIES! Kids Summer Entertainment In the Parks will keep them busy while school’s on break.
Twin Cities Southwest Metro Tot Time Open Swims on Monday
Make sure to note for tot swims that each pool sets their own age limit to participate. These typically range from kids under 5-8 years of age so you’ll want to hit the link for details before heading out to swim. Also note that not each venue offers a discounted admission rate – but many do! FIND ALL THE DETAILS ON TWIN CITIES TOT SWIMS HERE!
EDINA Lil Lagoon Tot Time
4300 W 66th St, Edina, MN 55435
The zero-depth pool, complete with junior slides and splashy features, is always restricted to kids 8 and under with an adult from 10-11:30am. July 20, 2026, $11-$14/person.
RICHFIELD Pool Tot Time
630 E 66th St, Richfield, MN 55423
Tot Time is for ages 7 & under to enjoy the water an hour before the pool opens to the general public. $12/person w/ 50% caregiver discount for one person. July 20, 2026, 10-11am.
ST LOUIS PARK Parent & Tot Time
3700 Monterey Dr, St Louis Park, MN 55416
St Louis Park Aquatic Park offers exclusive use of the shallow end of the pool with its splash features to kids ages 6 and under and their caregivers. Program runs Mon-Fri from 9:30-11am before the pool opens to the rest of the public. $10/residents; $15/non-residents.
ST LOUIS PARK Small Wonders Trail
8300 W Franklin Ave, St Louis Park, MN 55426
The free public exhibit “Trail of Small Wonders” is open at Westwood Hills Nature Center Got kids fascinated with fairy and gnome homes? Come find them tucked into nooks on the outdoor nature trail. Explore the indoor exhibits, too. July 20, 2026, 4:30-8pm. FREE.
CHASKA Movie Monday
1661 Park Ridge Dr, Chaska, MN 55318
Catch a free movie this summer on Mondays at the Chaska Community Center theater. Please call ahead to check the week’s movie title at (952) 448-5633. July 20, 2026, 10am. FREE.
FIND OUR HUGE LIST OF FREE SUMMER MOVIES – INDOORS & OUT!
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro on Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Tuesday kids entertainment in the parks
EDEN PRAIRIE Kidstock
14800 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie, MN 55347
Pack yourself a lunch and explore the large playground next to the Staring Lake amphitheater after the free kids entertainment – Sigh to Sing. July 21, 2026, 10:30am.
RICHFIELD Kids Entertainment in the Park
636 E 66th St, Richfield, MN 55423
The kid-friendly musical group Women’s Drum Center plays at the bandshell. There’s tons to enjoy in Veteran’s Park: a playground, bike rentals from Wheel Fun, a mini golf course and malt shop! July 21, 2026, 11am. FREE.
Twin Cities Southwest Metro Tot Time Open Swims on Tuesday
- EDINA Lil Lagoon Tot Time – 10-11:30am
- RICHFIELD Pool Tot Time – 10-11am
- ST LOUIS PARK Aquatic Park Parent & Tot Time – 9:30-11am
Or keep it simple with a free splash pad…
JORDAN Lagoon Park
300 Park Dr, Jordan, MN 55352
What better way for littles to cool off than a classic splash pad with sprinklers, sprayers and buckets of water to dodge (nor not!)? The park also has got a pretty nice playground, a sandy little beach and a lovely waterfall. But if that’s out of your neighborhood, you’re bound to find an alternative on our huge list of the 40 BEST SPLASH PADS & WADING POOLS IN THE TWIN CITIES.
WHAT ELSE CAN I DO NEAR JORDAN, MINNESOTA? If you’ve got a sweet tooth, we suggest a trip to MINNESOTA’S LARGEST CANDY STORE (officially known as JIM’S APPLE FARM). You can’t miss the screaming yellow barn but we’ll provide the address to this sugar-and-more mecca anyway. 20430 Johnson Memorial Dr Jordan, Minnesota 55352. GRASSMANN PARK NINJA CHALLENGE COURSE is fun for those who have just a little extra energy to burn off. 1132 Stonebridge Path, Jordan. And jump down to July 23rd to get the details on the opening day of the SCOTT COUNTY FAIR, also headquartered in Jordan.
ST LOUIS PARK ‘n Play
Park ‘N Play mobile rec van will rotate through several parks each week bringing free games, crafts and activities geared toward kids ages 5-12. Tuesday’s schedule:
- 11am–12:30pm | Oak Hill Park (Also, Summer Eats Program 11am-12:30pm)
- 1-2:15pm | Browndale Park
- 2:30-3:10pm | Justad Park
- 4-6pm | Era on Excelsior Apartment Complex, 6922 Meadowbrook Blvd
SAVAGE Treats ‘n Tunes
Downtown Savage
Free entertainment! Free ice cream! The fun starts at 6pm with treats and yard games then kid-friendly musical acts from 7-8pm. July 21, 2026.
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro on Wednesday, July 22, 2026
ST LOUIS PARK Kids Summer Concert Series
Wolfe Park, 3700 Monterey Drive, Saint Louis Park, MN
Special kid-friendly entertainment in the park every Wednesday through August 12. Today’s performers are The Jolly Pops. July 22, 2026, 10-11am. FREE.
QUICK! WHAT ELSE CAN I DO IN ST LOUIS PARK THIS AFTERNOON? A better question may be, what CAN’T you do? Just a ten minute drive or less from WOLFE PARK are these fun family destinations:
- WESTWOOD HILLS NATURE CENTER: Families can borrow a backpack stocked with nature activities, investigation tools, books and ideas for art projects. Each pack has a different nature theme. Explore both indoor and outdoor exhibits and follow the Trail of Small Wonders to view all the hidden fairy houses. 8300 W Franklin Ave, St Louis Park, MN 55426.
- BAKKEN MUSEUM: Interesting exhibits all about electricity that cater to youth and families. $14/pp. 3537 Zenith Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55416.
- COMO-HARRIET STREETCAR LINE: Take a retro ride on a real, historic streetcar! $4/ride. 2330 W 42nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55410.
- BDE MAKA SKA BEACHES: Sandy beaches can be found on the lake’s south side (THOMAS BEACH), east side (32ND STREET BEACH) & north side (NORTH BEACH). The first two are guarded and all are free.
Twin Cities Southwest Metro Tot Time Open Swims on Wednesday
- EDINA Lil Lagoon Tot Time – 10-11:30am
- RICHFIELD Pool Tot Time – 10-11am
- ST LOUIS PARK Aquatic Park Parent & Tot Time – 9:30-11am
Make it a beach day in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro
We can give you at least 26 reasons. They’re all neatly wrapped up in our GUIDE TO THE BEST BEACHES IN THE TWIN CITIES, thoughtfully organized by region of the Minneapolis-St Paul metro. Today we’re highlighting:
SHOREWOOD Lake Minnewashta Regional Park
6900 Hazeltine Boulevard, Shorewood, MN 55331
The beach is large and sandy and the swim area is shallow enough for kids to play without fear of drop offs. In addition to the swimming beach, see our list of 10 Ideas for Family Fun at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park.
FIND THIS BEACH AND MORE OPTIONS ON OUR TWIN CITIES SOUTHWEST METRO GUIDE TO WATER FUN!
RICHFIELD Park & Play
7000 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
Richfield’s free Park & Play program rotates through four of the city’s parks and natural areas. Today, Mess Hall Arts provides a craft at Augsburg Adventure Park. July 22, 2026, 10am-12pm.
More family fun ideas for Wednesday: Need some AC today?
BLOOMINGTON Play, shop & eat at Ikea Twin Cities
8000 Ikea Way, Bloomington, MN 55425
IKEA Twin Cities offers Smaland, a fully-supervised play area kids can check into for up to an hour for FREE between 12pm and 6pm daily while their adults can shop or just relax. (Tip: Join their Ikea Family program to get extra time for the kids and free coffee for the parents.) Then, when it’s time to chow, every Wednesday get two kids entrees free with purchase of adult entrée from the cafe.
SPECIAL EVENT! IKEA’s Free Kids Club Craft
8000 Ikea Way, Bloomington, MN 55425
IKEA offers a free monthly craft event for those with a free IKEA Family membership. Today only, kids can craft a summer kite. Must register in advance (see link!) July 22, 2026, 4:45-5:30pm. FREE.
Twin Cities Southwest Metro summer festivals
JORDAN Scott County Fair
7151 190th St W #145, Jordan, MN 55352
The county fair runs July 22-26. Highlights for kids at the county fair: A carnival, animal shows, baby animals, activities for kids. Admission to the fair is FREE, parking is $15/car.
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro on Thursday, July 23, 2026
Thursday kids & family entertainment
EDINA Centennial Lakes Summer Kids Entertainment
Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Avenue South, Edina, MN 55435
Today’s kids concert features entertainer Steve Solkela “Overpopulated One-Man 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 Tuesdays. July 23, 2026, 10am. FREE.
SHAKOPEE Shockwaves Waterski Show
6201 Innovation Blvd, Shakopee, MN 55379
Entertains you with all kinds of water tricks: pyramids, ballet, barefooting, jumping, wakeboarding and many other stunts. Bring comfortable seating! July 23, 2026, 7-8pm. FREE.
Twin Cities Southwest Metro Tot Time Open Swims on Thursday
- EDINA Lil Lagoon Tot Time – 10-11:30am
- RICHFIELD Pool Tot Time – 10-11am
- SHAKOPEE CC Playtime at the Pool – 9-10:30am
- ST LOUIS PARK Aquatic Park Parent & Tot Time – 9:30-11am
ST LOUIS PARK Thursday Night Rollin’ at the ROC
3700 Monterey Dr, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Roller skate to music at these fun all ages skate nights. Tonight includes free mini lessons. July 23, 2026, 6-8pm. $5/pp (includes roller skate rental if needed — first come, first served).
Southwest Metro Thursday night concert lineup
- BLOOMINGTON Thursday Blockbuster Series – Normandale Lake Park
- CHANHASSEN Summer Concert Series – Lake Ann Park
- CHASKA Summer Concert Series – City Square Park
- EDEN PRAIRIE Starring at Staring – Staring Lake Park
- HOPKINS Sunset Series – Downtown Park
- SHAKOPEE Huber Park Performance Series – Huber Park
GET OUR HUGE LINEUP OF FREE SUMMER CONCERTS ACROSS THE TWIN CITIES METRO THIS SUMMER!
Fun things to do in the Twin Cities Southwest Metro on Friday, July 24, 2026
ST LOUIS PARK Penny Carnival
3700 Monterey Dr, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Includes a variety of games and activities that cost only 2¢ to 4¢ to play plus musical entertainment and inexpensive treats. July 24, 2026, 12-2pm.
SHAKOPEE SandVenture Splish and Splash Tot Time
1101 Adams St S, Shakopee, MN 55379
Kids up to age 6 are invited to swim in the zero-depth entry and play on the sand beach before the waterpark opens to the rest of the public. July 24, 2026, 9:15-10:45am. $8/child with adults free.
FREE OPTION! Shakopee Pop Up Splash Pad
1255 Fuller St S, Shakopee, MN 55379
Enjoy a free evening of water fun and snacks with the Shakopee Fire Department. July 24, 2026, 5-7pm.
More Twin Cities Southwest Metro Tot Time Open Swims on Friday
- EDINA Lil Lagoon Tot Time – 10-11:30am
- RICHFIELD Pool Tot Time – 10-11am
- SHAKOPEE CC Playtime at the Pool – 9-10:30am
- ST LOUIS PARK Aquatic Park Parent & Tot Time – 9:30-11am
SAVAGE WEE Farm Big Barn Story Hour
4562 McColl Dr, Savage, MN 55378
Animal friends such as Luna the goat, Mac & Grizzly the horses, and Don Kay join in a special storytime designed for preschoolers. July 24, 2026, 10-11am. $15/child.
Twin Cities Southwest Metro summer festivals
CHASKA River City Days
1300 Crosstown Blvd, Chaska, MN 55318
The city’s summer fest starts off Friday evening with Kids Zone entertainment: Music, magic show, princess storytimes, and inflatables starting at 4pm. July 24, 2026.
