Teens can sign up at any Planet Fitness location, but if they’re under 18 they must have a parent or guardian present at sign up. Check their website for more information.
Family Movie Night on a Budget: Summer Movie Deals to Grab Now
If you’ve got kids like mine — especially teens who love big releases — then you already know summer movie season is a big deal. Between animated sequels, live-action remakes, and a few fan-favorite franchises coming back, there’s a lot hitting theaters over the next few months. And if your family is anything like mine, […]
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 […]
Free Summer Reading Programs for Kids 2026
There are some great summer reading programs that your children can take advantage of to earn FREE books and other prizes! Here is a roundup for programs available to families in Minnesota! Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program – This summer reading program through Barnes & Noble gives your child the ability to earn a FREE […]
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 […]
Sunflower Fields Near Minneapolis–Saint Paul (2025 Edition)
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 […]