Kids Bowl Free is back for summer 2026! If you’re looking for free fun for your kids this summer too, sign them up for FREE bowling at KidsBowlFree.com! What is Kids Bowl Free? Kids Bowl Free is a program designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and […]
*WAITLIST* Free Passes to Advance Screening of Disney’s Live Action MOANA
Disney’s MOANA is coming to theaters on July 10th! But you could see it early for free! If your family can’t wait to see the live-action adaptation, here’s your chance to see it before anyone else! I have free passes to an advanced screening happening right here in the Twin Cities. PASSES CLAIMED. JOIN THE […]
Free Admission at 13 Minnesota Historical Society Sites – Saturday, June 27th
The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) is offering free admission to 13 of its historic sites and museums on Saturday, June 27th, 2026! Why? June 27th is “MNHS Summer 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 some […]
*GONE* Free Passes for TOY STORY 5 – Saturday, June 13th
To infinity and beyond! 🚀✨ Here’s your chance to see TOY STORY 5 before it arrives in theaters. I have free passes to an advanced screening happening right here in the Twin Cities this Saturday, June 13th at 11:00am, and you’ll be among the first to reunite with Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of […]
Celebrate Duck Donuts’ 2nd Anniversary in Woodbury with My Favorite Family Dozen and Exclusive 10% Off
I’m so excited to once again partner with Duck Donuts in Woodbury, MN to share my very own Twin Cities Frugal Mom Favorite Dozen — a custom box of donuts designed with families in mind! Whether you’re looking for a fun weekend treat, celebrating a special occasion, or just surprising the kids, this dozen includes […]
Free Admission to National Parks on June 14th
Get FREE admission to all national parks on Sunday, June 14th, 2026! Yes -on ten days in 2026, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. And Sunday, June 14th (Flag Day) is one of these days! There are 6 national parks and recreational areas in Minnesota […]
Free Admission to Minnesota State Parks on Saturday, June 13th
Earlier this year I shared that there are 4 days you can get FREE admission to Minnesota State Parks in 2026. The next free day is Saturday, June 13th, for National Get Outdoors Day! Woohoo! Free Entrance Days in Minnesota State Parks All 75 Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas will offer free admission […]
Free Minnesota State Park Passes from Participating Minnesota Libraries
Free state park passes? Yay! Thanks to the Minnesota State Parks Library Program, you can check out Minnesota State Park Passes at participating libraries state-wide. The Department of Natural Resources has collaborated with regional library systems across Minnesota to provide free 7-day state park passes for checkout and as of July 1, 2025, the number […]
FREE Disney’s Sofia the First: Royal Magic Advance Screening (Limited Passes)
Calling all Twin Cities families with little princes and princesses! Disney is hosting a special advance screening event for Sofia the First: Royal Magic this Saturday morning — and Twin Cities Frugal Mom readers have exclusive access to reserved tickets. This invitation-only family event is designed especially for kids ages 2–6 and includes a fun-filled […]
Free Summer Meals for Kids in Minnesota 2026
Kids in Minnesota can get FREE meals all summer long, regardless of what school district they’re in or what their family’s income is. Here are some ways to find free summer meal programs in the Twin Cities! (I keep a list updated annually here as well.) Free Summer Meals for Kids Free Meals for […]