Sustainable Safari, located in Maplewood and Burnsville, is offering a GREAT spring deal! Get $10 tickets on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from now through May 28th, 2026. Plus they have a great Groupon deal! Save up to 28% through Groupon here! They offered this $10 admission deal in winter and now it’s back for spring. […]
Target Car Seat Trade-In Event April 19 – May 2
It’s back! Target’s Car Seat Trade-In Event is April 19 – May 2, 2026, where you can recycle used car seats for free, plus get a 20% off coupon for a new one! All car seats collected through this popular program will be recycled so that each component will see a second life. And what’s […]
Raising Money-Smart Kids: Fun Activities to Teach Financial Literacy Early
April is Financial Literacy Month, and MNSAVES, Minnesota’s 529 College Savings Plan, has some tips to share with parents to help raise money smart kids. The JA Teens Personal Finance Survey (2025), conducted by Junior Achievement and MissionSquare Retirement Foundation, shows that while more high school students are gaining access to financial literacy courses, substantial […]
Free Admission at 9 Minnesota Historical Society Sites – Saturday, April 25th
The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) is offering free admission to 9 of its historic sites and museums on Saturday, April 25, 2026! Why? April 25th is “MNHS Spring Free Admission Day.” There are 26 historic locations that are part of the Minnesota Historical Society. Some are free, but many do charge admission. Here are 9 […]
UPDATE: Super Neon at Mall of America Closes May 3! $10 Tickets!
Super Neon at Mall of America: A Dreamy New Experience for Families My teens and I had the chance to check out the media preview of Super Neon, Mall of America’s newest attraction. It officially opened to the public on September 26, 2025, and it’s described as a glowing, mood-boosting world designed to spark joy […]
Free Summer Fun for Twin Cities Kids & Families 2026
Free Summer Fun for Twin Cities Kids & Families 2026 The Twin Cities has so many fun activities and events for kids and families – but did you know that many are FREE? So every year I compile a list of all the free fun I could find! Plus a free gift – here’s a […]
Free Summer Reading Programs for Kids 2026
There are some great summer reading programs that your children can take advantage of to earn FREE books and other prizes! Here is a roundup for programs available to families in Minnesota! Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program – This summer reading program through Barnes & Noble gives your child the ability to earn a FREE […]
Tax Day Freebies & Deals 2026
Tax Day this year is Wednesday, April 15th, and whether you have gotten your taxes done early or not, there are freebies for you! Here are places in Minnesota offering tax day freebies or deals. FOOD Buca di Beppa – Get two Pastas for the price of one. Use code TAXPASTABOGO. Valid through 4/19/26. Excludes […]
Twin Cities Area Summer County Fair List 2026
Twin Cities Area County Fairs and the Minnesota State Fair! SUMMER 2026 LIST It’s time for summer fairs! Note that this information is based on each fair’s website at the time of posting and may change. (See bottom of list for my tips on having a great time with kids!) JUNE Hennepin County Fair: June […]
International Day: A Free Twin Cities Family Event in Eden Prairie
A FREE “Trip Around the World” in the Twin Cities (Perfect for Kids!)! If you’re looking for something to do with the kids this April, The International School of Minnesota in Eden Prairie is hosting their International Day 2026 on Saturday, April 18th from 11:00am – 3:00pm, and it’s one of those events that’s actually […]