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And check out my list of Free or Discounted Admission Programs for Limited Income Families in Minnesota! Note: Check before you go as many have updated their offerings since COVID began.
November
Ongoing Events
The Rock and Rock Playhouse: Concerts for Kids!. First Avenue & 7th St Entry, Minneapolis
Game On! at the Minnesota Children’s Museum. Through January 4, 2026. Save $3 per ticket with my code TCFM.
We Are Water MN. Bloomington. October 9 – December 1. Free.
Spookley and the Christmas Kittens. November 1- 30. Stages Theatre Company, Hopkins. Featuring a talented local cast and original music by Jeffrey Zahn, Spookley and the Christmas Kittens is perfect for audiences of all ages—especially little ones ages 0–6.
Ikebana Flower Show. November 3-9. Como Zoo, St. Paul.
Dr. Seuss’s How The Grinch Stole Christmas is back at Children’s Theatre Company. Now through January 4.
Illuminate: Festival of Lights. Friday, November 7 through January 1. 3001 White Bear Ave, Maplewood, MN.
European Christmas Market. Union Depot, St. Paul. The market opens on Friday, November 28 and runs through Sunday, December 21.
Save 50% on tickets at Zero Gravity! Mounds View.
November 2025
Events by Date
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1
FREE Museum Admission for Bank of America cardholders. November 1-2. First weekend of each month.
FREE Kids Workshop. 9:00am – 12:00pm. Home Depot locations. This month: Excavator.
FREE Community Showing of Migration. 10:00am. Odyssey Century 9 Theatre, Hutchinson.
Art Play. 10:00am – 2:00pm. Minneapolis Institute of Art. 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month.
Free First Saturday: See, Honor, Nurture, and Celebrate. 10:00am – 3:00pm. Walker Art Center, Minneapolis. Free First Saturday also features free gallery admission on the first Saturday of every month. Gallery admission tickets are available online in advance and on-site on the event day from the Main Lobby desk.
Experience the Northern Lights Glow Party. 6:00 – 9:00pm. Zero Gravity, Mounds View. Fridays and Saturdays.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2
FREE Museum Admission for Bank of America cardholders. November 1-2. First weekend of each month.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
FREE First Tuesday at Washington County Parks. On the first Tuesday of every month (non-holiday), visit any Washington County Park FREE. No Vehicle Permit required.
Toddler Music Lab. 10:30am – 11:30am. Minnesota Children’s Museum, St. Paul. Takes place every Tuesday in the museum’s Sprouts gallery. Museum admission required – save on admission with my code TCFM.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Tots & Trains. 10:00am – 12:00pm. Minnesota Transportation Museum, St. Paul. First and third Wednesdays. Admission is $11 for adults, $6 for ages 3-6. Check their website for pricing bundles and more info.
Games Galore. 10:00am – 8:00pm. Union Depot, Waiting Room, 214 4th Street East, Saint Paul, MN.
Mini Mia. 10:15am and 12:15pm. Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis. Mini Mia features a gallery tour specially designed for caregivers and little ones (ages 0–5), a movement class with Young Dance, and a cozy story time. Make new friends and introduce your child to the wonders of art in a comfortable, kid-friendly setting. Free registration is required. First Wednesday of the month and first Friday of the month.
Free Public Tours. 1:00 – 2:00pm. Union Depot, St. Paul.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Free Lil’ Explorers Thursdays. 10:00am. Como Zoo. Lil’ Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon on Thursdays in the Visitor Center in the Winter and on the zoo grounds in the Summer. Perfect for the 1-3 year old (but every age is welcome) to meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each week!
Free Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center. 4:00 – 8:00pm. Minnesota History Center, St. Paul.
Target Free Thursday Nights. Walker Art Center, Minneapolis. 5:00 – 9:00pm. Gallery admission is free from 5 to 9 pm every Thursday night. Reserve your ticket online in advance.
The Tiny Show Opening Event. 6:30 – 8:30pm. 13617 Grove Drive, Maple Grove, MN. This show is the perfect show for people to come and snag one of their favorite artist pieces! The pieces are smaller, but perfectly formed. The prices are very reasonable! Register online.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
ILLUME Candles Warehouse Sale. November 7-8. 8:00am – 6:00pm. 10501 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove. This is their last sale as they are going out of business.
Twin Cities Con. November 7-9. Minneapolis Convention Center. Twin Cities Con is a three-day celebration of comics and pop culture, including TV, film, cosplay, gaming, and anime.
Holly Jolly Market 2025. 9:00am – 6:00pm. 8980 Quantrelle Ave NE, Otsego, MN 55330. Also November 8-9.
Friday Morning Story Time with Engineer Paul. 10:15am. Choo Choo Bob’s Train Store, St. Paul. Included with admission. The admission is: $10 for kids 1-10 yrs and $2 for adults. Twins are always BOGO!
Mini Mia. 10:15am and 2:15pm. Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis. Mini Mia features a gallery tour specially designed for caregivers and little ones (ages 0–5), a movement class with Young Dance, and a cozy story time. Make new friends and introduce your child to the wonders of art in a comfortable, kid-friendly setting. Free registration is required. First Wednesday of the month and first Friday of the month.
Minnesota Montessori’s Fall Festival. 12:00 – 4:00pm. 3150 Eagle Creek Blvd, Shakopee, MN.
Kinderstube Lanternenfest. 5:00 – 7:00pm. Germanic-American Institute, 301 Summit Ave, St Paul, MN. Join us for an evening of community and celebration! This event will include a re-enactment of the St. Martin story with a live horse, lantern songs, a festive Laternenlauf through the neighborhood, and time to gather around the campfire. Bring your own lantern or simply an electric tea light to light the way as we walk together. Registered guests will receive a free tea light. FREE but register online.
First Friday – Gratitude Mail Art. 5:30 – 7:00pm. Eagan Art House. Join us for our November First Friday event and create unique gratitude cards for someone special. We’ll provide everything you need- even the postage! Design your own seasonal card, write a heartfelt note, and send some cheer to a loved one. First Fridays are a free monthly program at the Eagan Art House. No need to register: just drop in!
Experience the Northern Lights Glow Party. 6:00 – 9:00pm. Zero Gravity, Mounds View. Fridays and Saturdays.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8
ILLUME Candles Warehouse Sale. November 7-8. 8:00am – 3:00pm. 10501 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove. This is their last sale as they are going out of business.
Twin Cities Con. November 7-9. Minneapolis Convention Center. Twin Cities Con is a three-day celebration of comics and pop culture, including TV, film, cosplay, gaming, and anime.
Battle Creek Craft Fair. 9:00am – 2:00pm. Battle Creek Recreation Center, St. Paul. Battle Creek is hosting a Creator’s Craft Circle event on November 8 from 9-2pm! Come on down and purchase crafts from excellent creators — free admission and all are welcome!
Annual Craft Fair. 9:00am – 3:00pm. Shakopee High School, 100 17th Ave W, Shakopee. Raises money for 2026 Shakopee Senior Graduation Party.
Nokomis Urban Craft and Art Fair. 9:00am – 4:00pm. Lake Nokomis Community Center, 2401 E Minnehaha Parkway. Check out creations from 30+ local Indie crafters and artists! Shop, meet your neighbors, find some treasures.
Holly Jolly Market 2025. 9:00am – 5:00pm. 8980 Quantrelle Ave NE, Otsego, MN 55330. November 7-9.
Make a Snowflake with Anna & Elsa. 10:00am. Little Roo’s, Chaska. $15.
STEMtacular Saturday. 10:00am – 12:00pm. Plymouth Community Center, 14800 34th Ave. N. The event is open to children ages 4 and older, paired with an adult. Price per couple is $45 for Plymouth residents, or $54 for non-residents. Cost is $20 for each additional attendee. Registration currently full – waitlist available.
Twin Cities Book Festival. 10:00am – 5:00pm. Union Depot, St. Paul.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Twin Cities Con. November 7-9. Minneapolis Convention Center. Twin Cities Con is a three-day celebration of comics and pop culture, including TV, film, cosplay, gaming, and anime.
Railroad Reality Day. 9:30am. Minnesota Transportation Museum, St. Paul. Must be 18+. $40 cost.
Holly Jolly Market 2025. 10:00am – 3:00pm. 8980 Quantrelle Ave NE, Otsego, MN 55330. November 7-9.
Family Day. 10:00am – 5:00pm. Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis. Join us for our free monthly event for families, kids, and the young at heart. On the second Sunday of every month, the museum is filled with hands-on art activities, live music, dance performances, artist demonstrations, family tours and more — all inspired by Mia’s incredible collection.
GRAND OPENING: Active Adventures Indoor Playspace. 1:00pm. 207 Dundas Road, Suite 100, Monticello, MN 55362.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution. 4:30pm. Bring $26 and 2 large totes for an ABUNDANCE of food. No income or residency required. ALL WELCOME! Doors open at 4:30. Read about my experience here!
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 VETERANS DAY
Watch for my freebies list!
Toddler Music Lab. 10:30am – 11:30am. Minnesota Children’s Museum, St. Paul. Takes place every Tuesday in the museum’s Sprouts gallery. Museum admission required – save on admission with my code TCFM.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Wee Wednesdays. 10:00am – 12:00pm. Midtown Global Market, Minneapolis. 2nd Wednesday of each month!
Games Galore. 10:00am – 8:00pm. Union Depot, Waiting Room, 214 4th Street East, Saint Paul, MN.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Free Lil’ Explorers Thursdays. 10:00am. Como Zoo. Lil’ Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon on Thursdays in the Visitor Center in the Winter and on the zoo grounds in the Summer. Perfect for the 1-3 year old (but every age is welcome) to meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each week!
Free Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center. 4:00 – 8:00pm. Minnesota History Center, St. Paul.
Target Free Thursday Nights. Walker Art Center, Minneapolis. 5:00 – 9:00pm. Gallery admission is free from 5 to 9 pm every Thursday night. Reserve your ticket online in advance.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14
SCHEELS Ice Fest – Eden Prairie. November 14- 15. 8301 Flying Cloud Dr., Eden Prairie.
Brick Cities LEGO Convention. November 14-15. Bricks & Minifigs Roseville, 1660 Murphy Ave, St Paul.Museum, St. Paul. Ticketed event.
Be My Neighbor Day. 10:00am – 4:00pm. Twin Cities PBS. Also Saturday.
Friday Morning Story Time with Engineer Paul. 10:15am. Choo Choo Bob’s Train Store, St. Paul. Included with admission. The admission is: $10 for kids 1-10 yrs and $2 for adults. Twins are always BOGO!
Special Appearance: The Grinch! 5:00 – 7:00pm. Rosedale Center, Roseville.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15
SCHEELS Ice Fest – Eden Prairie. November 14- 15. 8301 Flying Cloud Dr., Eden Prairie.
Brick Cities LEGO Convention. November 14-15. Bricks & Minifigs Roseville, 1660 Murphy Ave, St Paul.Museum, St. Paul. Ticketed event.
Wild Things Indoor Playground – GRAND OPENING WEEKEND. November 15-16. 20450 Kenrick Ave, Suite 100, Lakeville.
The Santa Experience opens. Mall of America.
Be My Neighbor Day. 9:00am – 4:00pm. Twin Cities PBS. Also Friday.
Free Movie: “Home Alone.” 10:00am. Edina Theatre.
Used Book Sale. 10:00am – 3:00pm. 15700 36th Ave N, Minneapolis. Cozy up with some good books, puzzles, games, DVDs, and CDs this fall and winter! Stock up at the upcoming Plymouth Library sale on Saturday, November 15. Items range in price from 50¢ to $2. And from 2-3 PM, you can fill entire bags for just $5 per bag! Proceeds benefit the Plymouth Library and Friends programs and events.
November Fix-It Clinic. 10:00am – 1:00pm. Dakota Lodge, West St. Paul.
Art Play. 10:00am – 2:00pm. Minneapolis Institute of Art. 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month.
Kids Yoga and Movement Class. 10:30am. Midtown Global Market, Minneapolis.
Frozen: Magical Moments of the North. 11:00am – 1:00pm. Rosedale Center, 1595 Minnesota 36, Roseville, MN.
Six Year Anniversary Party. 12:00 – 6:00pm. Forgotten Star Brewing, Fridley.
Salvation Army’s Christmas Tree Lighting and Red Kettle Kick-off. 5:30pm. Rice Park, 109 4th St W, St Paul.
Experience the Northern Lights Glow Party. 6:00 – 9:00pm. Zero Gravity, Mounds View. Fridays and Saturdays.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16
Wild Things Indoor Playground – GRAND OPENING WEEKEND. November 15-16. 20450 Kenrick Ave, Suite 100, Lakeville.
Community Pet Clinic. 9:00am – 2:00pm. North Minneapolis Pet Resource Center, 2825 2nd St N, Minneapolis. Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 21. For dogs and cats.
𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀:
$30 – Dog Package: Core Vaccinations, Microchip, Vaccine Exam
$20 – Cat Package: Core Vaccinations, Microchip, Vaccine Exam
$Free – Dogs/Cats: Distemper Vaccination ONLY (Thanks PetCo Love!)
$10 – Heartworm Test (Dogs Only over 6 months of age)
$15 – 3 months of Heartworm Preventative (H/W test required or test results within the last 12 months)
$20 – 3 months of Flea/Tick Preventative
Not the Right Mom. 2:00pm. The O’Shaughnessy, St. Catherine University. St. Paul. $7.75 to $35.75.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18
Toddler Music Lab. 10:30am – 11:30am. Minnesota Children’s Museum, St. Paul. Takes place every Tuesday in the museum’s Sprouts gallery. Museum admission required – save on admission with my code TCFM.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
Tots & Trains. 10:00am – 12:00pm. Minnesota Transportation Museum, St. Paul. First and third Wednesdays. Admission is $11 for adults, $6 for ages 3-6. Check their website for pricing bundles and more info.
Games Galore. 10:00am – 8:00pm. Union Depot, Waiting Room, 214 4th Street East, Saint Paul, MN.
Free Public Tours. 1:00 – 2:00pm. Union Depot, St. Paul.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Free Lil’ Explorers Thursdays. 10:00am. Como Zoo. Lil’ Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon on Thursdays in the Visitor Center in the Winter and on the zoo grounds in the Summer. Perfect for the 1-3 year old (but every age is welcome) to meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each week!
Free Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center. 4:00 – 8:00pm. Minnesota History Center, St. Paul.
Target Free Thursday Nights. Walker Art Center, Minneapolis. 5:00 – 9:00pm. Gallery admission is free from 5 to 9 pm every Thursday night. Reserve your ticket online in advance.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21
Friday Morning Story Time with Engineer Paul. 10:15am. Choo Choo Bob’s Train Store, St. Paul. Included with admission. The admission is: $10 for kids 1-10 yrs and $2 for adults. Twins are always BOGO!
Minneapolis Christkindl Market – opening date. 4:00pm. North Loop Green, 350 North 5th Street, Minneapolis. Opens today and is open weekends through December 21.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22
Fall Craft Fair. 10:00am – 3:00pm. Edgcumbe Recreation Center, St. Paul.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25
Toddler Music Lab. 10:30am – 11:30am. Minnesota Children’s Museum, St. Paul. Takes place every Tuesday in the museum’s Sprouts gallery. Museum admission required – save on admission with my code TCFM.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27 THANKSGIVING
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28
Friday Morning Story Time with Engineer Paul. 10:15am. Choo Choo Bob’s Train Store, St. Paul. Included with admission. The admission is: $10 for kids 1-10 yrs and $2 for adults. Twins are always BOGO!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Free Days at the Weisman Art Museum. 11:00am – 5:00pm. Weisman Art Museum, Minneapolis.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6
Twin Cities Grad Fair. 9:00am – 3:00pm. Minnetonka High School, 18301 Minnesota 7, Minnetonka.
MONDAY, MAY 18
The Hobbit Pay-What-You-Can Night at Theatre in the Round. 7:30pm. Theatre in the Round, Minneapolis.
EVERY WEDNESDAY
Commemorative Air Force Minnesota Wing Hangar and Museum. 310 Airport Rd Hangar 3, South Saint Paul, MN. Museum is open to the public Wednesdays and Saturdays each week from 9:30am to 5:30pm. Please call ahead on all major holidays as the museum may be closed. Admission is free of charge. Donations are always welcome and appreciated when visiting.
EVERY THURSDAY
Walker Art Museum – Gallery Admission is free from 5:00-9:00pm.
EVERY SATURDAY
Commemorative Air Force Minnesota Wing Hangar and Museum. 310 Airport Rd Hangar 3, South Saint Paul, MN. Museum is open to the public Wednesdays and Saturdays each week from 9:30am to 5:30pm. Please call ahead on all major holidays as the museum may be closed. Admission is free of charge. Donations are always welcome and appreciated when visiting.
Free Kids Club Workshops at Michael’s stores. 10:00am.
SELECT SATURDAYS
Free children’s craft activity at Lakeshore Learning Stores. 11:00am to 3:00pm. Ages 3 and up. No reservation necessary.