MEA (now called Education Minnesota) is October 15-16 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! Plus I have DISCOUNTS for several activities: Minnesota Children’s Museum ($3 […]
Sunny’s Pumpkin Walk: A Magical Fall Night in Delano, MN
Looking for a fun, family-friendly fall activity in Minnesota? We were recently hosted at Fall Harvest Orchard in Delano, Minnesota, to experience their new Sunny’s Pumpkin Walk, and it was such a fun way to spend a fall evening with my teens! From farm animals and mini golf to food trucks and glowing pumpkin displays, […]
How to Save on Fall Fun at Pinehaven Farm in Wyoming, MN (2026)
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 weekends including MEA, September 12th. 2026 – October 31, 2026. We visited Pinehaven Farm in previous seasons and had a blast. We did so much […]
The Ultimate Guide to Twin Cities Fall Family Fun 2026
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 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.
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. Here are apple orchards in the Twin Cities area: Note: Any of this information can change at any time. Please 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 […]
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 […]
How to Save on Fall Fun at Pinehaven Farm in Wyoming, MN (2025)
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, […]