Looking for deals and free things to do with dad this weekend in the Twin Cities?
Here’s a list of deals, activities and freebies for dad! If you have any freebies or events to add, let me know! (twincitiesfrugalmom@gmail.com)
FREEBIES & DEALS:
Jamba Juice – Sunday, June 21st is also National Smoothie Day! From 10am to 2pm on Sunday, June 21st, treat yourself to a small Mango-a-Go-Go® or Strawberry Whirl™ smoothie for just $1 (in-store only).
Lowe’s – Pick up dad a FREE Lowe’s branded spatula for Father’s Day with their member giveaway! Be one of the first 150 MyLowe’s Rewards Members in-store on 6/20, starting at 10 a.m. to get this free member gift.
- FREE Jr. Popcorn for Dad on Sunday, June 21st
- Redeem Jr. Popcorn in the theatre at the food ordering area
Scooter’s Coffee – Now through June 21st, buy one drink, get one free after 11 a.m. – one for you and one for dad!
TCBY – First 6 oz of frozen yogurt FREE for dads on Sunday, June 21
Twin City Model Railroad Museum. 12:00 – 5:00pm. Dads get in free all day (Open noon to 5). Also, all kids 4 and under also get in free every day!
Walgreens – FREE 8 x 10 photo print with code DADTHANKS.
FREE EVENTS:
ALL WEEKEND SATURDAY
Sensory Friendly Saturday at Bell Museum. 8:00am – 10:00am. Bell Museum, St. Paul.
Decorate a Free Cap for Dad at Fleet Farm. 9:00am – 12:00pm. Fleet Farm locations.
Truck & Tractor Weekend. 9:00am – 5:00pm. 9748 110th St East, Northfield, MN. Come explore and see a variety of trucks and tractors throughout our farm. Also DADS & GRANDPAS GET FREE ADMISSION.
Stone Arch Bridge Festival – Take dad to this annual Art Festival this weekend! On Saturday and Sunday enjoy 2 days of art and music from 200+ artists on 2 performance stages, plus family activities, and a car show. FREE admission.
Free Kids Fishing Event at Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s. 10:00am – 2:00pm. Saturday and Sunday!
SUNDAY
Crystal Airport Open House. Bottineau Blvd. & 58th Ave. N., Crystal, MN. Sunday from 8:00am – 3:00pm. Pancake Breakfast (makes a great meal out for dad!), Flyovers, airplane and helicopter rides and more! FREE admission, though there’s a charge for some activities.
Truck & Tractor Weekend. 9:00am – 5:00pm. 9748 110th St East, Northfield, MN. Come explore and see a variety of trucks and tractors throughout our farm. Also DADS & GRANDPAS GET FREE ADMISSION.
Stone Arch Bridge Festival – Take dad to this annual Art Festival this weekend! On Saturday and Sunday enjoy 2 days of art and music from 200+ artists on 2 performance stages, plus family activities, and a car show. FREE admission.
Free Kids Fishing Event at Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s. 10:00am – 2:00pm. Saturday and Sunday!
Historic Hastings Car Show. 11:00am – 4:00pm. Sunday, June 21st. In downtown Hastings on the third Sunday of the month this summer. This historic main street bordering the Mississippi River fills with classic cars.
Father’s Day & Live Racing. 1:00pm. Canterbury Park, Shakopee. Plus many food trucks!
AT COST
There are so many things going on this weekend that I added a few that aren’t free but sound fun!
Food Truck Extravaganza. 11:00am – 5:00pm. Saturday, June 20th. Washington County Fairgrounds. This is a family-friendly, PET friendly (must be leashed) outdoor event-rain or shine. Free parking.
Minnesota Children’s Museum – The new MONSTERS ON VACATION exhibit is now open! Save $3 per ticket with my code TCFM when you buy tickets in person or online, or use for $20 off a membership.
Free Paper Craft to make for dad!
Make this FREE Super Dad Paper Craft! I have a free template and instructions here:
WANT MORE?
Here’s my guide to free summer fun 2026:
More resources:
Deals & Events Calendar – View my calendar of local family fun.
MELSA SmARTPass Program – FREE passes to local museums and performances! Includes more than I’ve listed above. You just need a library card from one of the 8 library systems in the Twin Cities area.
Groupon – For discounted tickets, dining, shopping, travel and so much more.
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