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 […]
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 […]
Free Admission to National Parks on These 10 Days in 2026
Love to be outdoors? On select days each year, you can get FREE admission to all national parks nationwide! What a great time to experience all nature has to offer. On ten days in 2026, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Here are the days […]
Discounts for Royal Canadian International Circus at Mall of America April 10 – 19
The Royal Canadian International Circus is returning to the Twin Cities! They’ll be at the Mall of America outside in a big tent from April 10 – 19, 2026. And you can save on tickets right now! Save up to 56% on tickets on Groupon right now! Tickets are as low as $19.75! Or go […]
Build It Expo at The Works Museum (Ticket Giveaway)
The first-ever Build It Expo is coming up at The Works Museum in Bloomington—and I have a fun ticket giveaway for you! This family-friendly engineering fair is on Saturday, April 11th from 10:00am – 4:00pm. It’s packed with hands-on activities, creative builds, and opportunities for kids to connect with real engineers and STEM professionals. If […]
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