What to do when it’s winter and your kids are bored? It can be easy as a family to just hibernate and spend all day on digital devices, but there’s so much everyone can do that’s fun and is FREE. Here are 32 FREE “No Spend” Family Winter Activities and a FREE list you can […]
Indoor Beach Party at Minnesota Children’s Museum (& Discounts!)
The Minnesota Children’s Museum is having an Indoor Beach Party in the middle of winter, and families are invited! Yes – it’s summer in January at Minnesota Children’s Museum! Say goodbye to the winter blues (at least for one day) and soak up the sun at the Indoor Beach Party on Saturday, January 24th from […]
Free Printable Winter Activity Pages for Kids
Winter in Minnesota is beautiful — but it’s also long, cold, and often keeps kids indoors more than any of us would like. When the temperatures drop and outdoor play isn’t an option, having simple, engaging activities ready can make a big difference. That’s why I put together these FREE Printable Winter Activity Pages for […]
Free Lake Harriet Winter Kite Festival – Saturday, January 24th
Let’s go fly a kite! Or just watch a bunch of them flying in the air! The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is hosting the 24th annual Lake Harriet Winter Kite Festival on Saturday, January 24th from 12:00 – 4:00pm. Kites of all shapes, sizes, colors and themes will fly over frozen Lake Harriet during […]
LUMINISCENCE at the Basilica of Saint Mary: A Stunning Minneapolis Experience
If you’re looking for a unique, culture-filled night out in the Twin Cities, Luminiscence at the Basilica of Saint Mary is absolutely worth putting on your calendar. My husband and I recently attended for a date night – a Christmas experience gift for ourselves, actually – and I can honestly say it was one of […]
Our Honeymoon Condo in Gulf Shores: The Perfect Beachfront Escape
My husband and I married in 2023 and chose to have our honeymoon in Gulf Shores, Alabama the following winter. We had heard about it from friends who had visited there and it sounded like a hidden gem – with palm trees, white sand beaches, and unique things to see and do. After visiting we […]
A Frugal Family Guide to the Saint Paul Winter Carnival 2026
If you’re looking for FREE winter fun in the Twin Cities, you’ll want to circle your calendar right now for the Saint Paul Winter Carnival! The Saint Paul Winter Carnival returns Thursday, January 22nd through Sunday, February 1st, 2026, and this year is extra special—it’s the 140th anniversary of the oldest winter festival in the […]
FREE Popcorn at Marcus Theatres for National Popcorn Day (January 19!)
If you love free food as much as I do, you’ll want to mark Monday, January 19th, 2026 on your calendar! Marcus Theatres is celebrating National Popcorn Day with a FREE large popcorn for every movie ticket holder — and yes, that includes their 8 Minnesota locations! This is an easy, family-friendly freebie that pairs […]
Thomas the Tank Engine Is Back at Minnesota Children’s Museum (+Discounts!)
If you have little train lovers in your life, you’ll want to add this to your calendar: Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails is officially back at Minnesota Children’s Museum, and it has rolled into St. Paul with tons of hands-on fun. This interactive exhibit has been a favorite in the past (we loved it […]
Free Admission to Minnesota State Parks on These 4 Days in 2026
There are 4 days you can get FREE admission to Minnesota State Parks in 2026! All 75 Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas will offer free admission to everyone. Mark your calendar for these fee-free dates! Monday, January 19 Saturday, April 25 Saturday, June 13 Friday, November 27 Start planning your year and experience […]
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