Nothing says late summer in Minnesota like a stroll through glowing sunflower fields. Whether you’re chasing the perfect golden-hour photo, planning a family outing, or just craving fresh air and flowers, there are plenty of vibrant sunflower destinations within an hour or so of the Twin Cities. Here’s where to go this August and September […]
Discounted Passes for Wild Mountain in Taylors Falls (2025)
It’s summer and time for waterpark deals! Right now you can get Wild Mountain Superday passes on Groupon! Wild Mountain in Taylors Falls is a year-round attraction for outdoor activities. This summer you can get DISCOUNTS to visit their waterpark, enjoy their go-karts and go on their alpine slide via Groupon! My friend and I […]
$5 Kids Skate Free Membership = Free Skating All Year!
Kids Skate Free is a nationwide membership program that partners with skating centers to give kids 2 Roller Skating Passes every week of the year for super cheap. It used to be free but now they charge $5 a year for your family. But that’s all you pay – $5 a year for your family […]
Twin Cities Free & Cheap Summer Movies (2025)
One special thing about summer in Minnesota is that there are many opportunities to watch movies both inside and outside – for free or cheap! And you can make it even more frugal by bringing your own chairs and blankets, plus snacks like popcorn. This list is divided into two sections – outdoor movies, and […]
Free Summer Meals for Kids in Minnesota 2025
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 […]
Free Rides on Cafesjian’s Carousel at Como Zoo on These Dates in 2025
Free Carousel Rides at Como Zoo are back in 2025! The famous Cafesjian’s Carousel at Como Zoo is open all summer long from May 1st through Labor Day, plus weekends in September and October, and offers free rides from 11:00am – 4:00pm on select dates in the summer. You can ride FREE on the last […]