Did you know that there are different things on sale each month of the year? A while back I put together a Month to Month Shopping Guide that lists the best items to buy each month to save money! Here I am highlighting the best items to buy this month! August In August of course you’ll find […]
Climb to the Top of Landmark Center’s North Tower – August 5th
Looking for a memorable (and free!) summer adventure with the kids? Mark your calendar for Wednesday, August 5th—because this is your chance to experience Saint Paul from above like never before. For one day only, Landmark Center is opening its rarely accessible North Tower for a self-guided climb on Wednesday, July 1st between 11:00am and […]
Wanderlight Trail Lights Up Summer at the Minnesota Zoo (Review)
Looking for a unique summer evening activity in the Twin Cities? We visited the brand-new Wanderlight Trail: A Twilight Lantern Spectacular at the Minnesota Zoo, and it was a really fun way to spend an evening. The Wanderlight Trail runs from June 3rd through August 2nd. It literally transforms the Minnesota Zoo into a glowing […]
Free High School Sports Physicals in the Twin Cities (Summer 2026)
Fall is coming fast, and so are high school sports! And I have discovered some places that offer FREE sports physicals for high school athletes. Many high school students who participate in sports need to get screened for physical or medical conditions prior to participating. This kind of screening does not replace a physical, but […]
What Families Really Want in Playgrounds (From My Interview with Minnesota Recreation & Parks)
I’m excited to share that I was interviewed for the Summer 2026 issue of Minnesota Recreation & Parks magazine for an article about what makes a playground worth visiting. As someone who’s spent years exploring parks throughout Minnesota with my family, this was such a fun conversation. On Twin Cities Frugal Mom, I’ve visited and […]
20 Refreshing Iced Coffee Recipes to Try This Summer
Iced coffee and summer. Two things that go together for me like sand and water. I LOVE iced coffees! But I don’t like spending a fortune on them at coffee shops. That’s why I’m excited to share this list of AWESOME iced coffee recipes that you can make at home! Check them out: 1. S’mores […]
Free Printable Summer Bucket List (32 Ideas!)
Summer is here – does your family have a summer bucket list? Well if you need one – I have one for you with 32 ideas for fun! It’s part of my NEW, FREE Printable Summer Activity Planner for Kids! There are 8 pages of summer planning fun: Summer Bucket List (32 ideas for summer […]
Twin Cities Free & Cheap Summer Movies (2026)
One special thing about summer in Minnesota is that there are many opportunities to watch movies both inside and outside – for free or cheap! And you can make it even more frugal by bringing your own chairs and blankets, plus snacks like popcorn. This list is divided into two sections – outdoor movies, and […]
Free Back-to-School Supply Events in the Twin Cities (2026)
Getting ready for a new school year can be expensive, but families across the Twin Cities have plenty of opportunities to receive free backpacks, school supplies, clothing, haircuts, food, and other resources before classes begin! How to get things free? Check what you have at home – you may already have some of what your […]
Free Rides on Cafesjian’s Carousel at Como Zoo on These Dates in 2026
Free Carousel Rides at Como Zoo are back in 2026! The famous Cafesjian’s Carousel at Como Zoo is open all summer long from May 1st through Labor Day, plus weekends in September and October, and offers free rides from 11:00am – 4:00pm on select dates in the summer. You can ride FREE on the last […]
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