There are so many things you can do at Pinehaven Farm in Wyoming, Minnesota! This place has over 35 activities plus quirky, unique surprises everywhere. It opens for the season September 13th. 2025. We visited Pinehaven Farm in the 2023 season – and had a blast. We did so much in several hours but honestly, […]
Exclusive Discounts for The Great Pumpkin Trail in Wyoming, MN! (2025)
The Great Pumpkin Trail in Wyoming, Minnesota is back in 2025! The Great Pumpkin Trail is back for its second year at Pinehaven Farm in Wyoming, Minnesota—and it’s every bit as magical as it looks in the photos. We went last year and were blown away. Rarely does an event look exactly like the advertisements, […]
Frugal Fall Activities for the Whole Family (Free Printable!)
Fall is such a fun time of year. In Minnesota, there are many pumpkin patches, fall festivals, and apple farms to visit, and the weather is usually just right (with a few hot days and chilly days mixed in). And there is so much you can do! Here is a list of frugal fall fun […]
Twin Cities Pumpkin Patches
Have you been to a pumpkin patch? Have you gone on a hayride to pick a pumpkin? Picking your own pumpkin is a fun, unique experience you don’t want to miss! And there are plenty of pumpkin patches in the Twin Cities to visit. This list includes all in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area and suburbs. […]
Twin Cities Corn Mazes
If your family likes corn mazes, they’ll love these! This is a list of corn mazes in the Twin Cities area. Many of them include other activities for the whole family but vary each year so check before you go.
Starbucks Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso Copycat Recipe
The Starbucks Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso is a popular option on their fall menu, and here is a copycat recipe you can make at home! Starbucks has had a variety of apple + coffee drinks in the past few years. In 2021 they introduced their Apple Crisp Macchiato which is made of a […]
The Ultimate Guide to Twin Cities Fall Family Fun
The Ultimate Guide to Twin Cities Fall Family Fun! Welcome to fall in Minnesota! It’s a beautiful time, when the temps drop from warm to just right, the colors are vibrant and there are activities galore. Everywhere you go, you’re not far from something festive, whether indoors or outdoors.
Twin Cities Apple Orchards
We LOVE picking apples. They are so tasty freshly picked, and apple picking is so fun to do with kids! There are also usually hayrides and farm activities, plus much more. This guide is sponsored by The Great Pumpkin Trail in Wyoming, MN (just 45 minutes north of the Twin Cities)! Created by the visionary […]
Exploring the Magic of Fall at the Great Pumpkin Trail in Wyoming, MN
We went to The Great Pumpkin Trail in Wyoming, Minnesota, and WOW! It was exactly like the pictures advertised! Rarely have I ever attended something that was identical to the advertisements. Usually the pictures make it look better than it is but not in this case. It really was exactly what it was portrayed to […]
MEA Weekend Fun for Twin Cities Families (2024)
MEA (now called Education Minnesota) is October 17-18 which means NO SCHOOL for Minnesota students, and there’s a ton of fun you can find here in the Twin Cities and beyond. Here are my guides to local fun and road trips near and far! This guide is sponsored by Eco Chico Kids Resale Boutique in […]
Sever’s Fall Festival & Corn Maze 2024 (& a Ticket Giveaway!)
Sever’s Fall Festival & Corn Maze 2024 Sever’s Fall Festival & Corn Maze in Shakopee is open for the fall season! And I’m excited to be partnering with them to give away 4 free tickets! We visited Sever’s Fall Festival this past weekend. The weather was beautiful and there was a lot to do. It’s […]
A Perfect Fall Family Day at Big Springs Farm in Lanesboro (& Exclusive 20% Discount!)
A Perfect Fall Family Day at Big Springs Farm in Lanesboro If you’re looking for the perfect fall family adventure, Big Springs Farm in Lanesboro, Minnesota, is the place to be! We just spent the most amazing day there, and I can’t wait to share all the reasons why you should grab the kids, hop […]
Pinehaven Farm in Wyoming, Minnesota Really Has it All
Wow, you guys. We were blown away at all the things you can do at Pinehaven Farm in Wyoming, Minnesota. This place has over 30 activities plus quirky, unique surprises everywhere. We visited Pinehaven Farm in the 2023 season – and had a blast. We did so much in several hours but honestly, we barely […]











