Best August Events in the Twin Cities 2025

This guide is sponsored by Minnesota Children’s Museum

Best August Events in the Twin Cities

August — the grand finale of summer  — is here! There are plenty of August events and summer fun around the Twin Cities, including the Great Minnesota Get-Together – the State Fair!

Whether you want to get outside and enjoy the warm weather, or prefer to stay inside where it’s cool. August brings a variety of events for the whole family, regardless of your preference!

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Make this a summer to remember at Minnesota Children’s Museum! With 11  hands-on, immersive exhibits, a museum visit is a MUST for every family’s summer bucket list. Whether you’re one or 101, come play and feel like a kid again. 

Plan your next visit now and guarantee a summer of fun and family memories! Or, become a member and get free museum admission for your entire family for a full year.

We have all you need to know about how you can make the most of your family trip to the fair, including safety and transportation tips, where to find the best kid-friendly booths, how you can get your hands on the newest fair foods, and more! We’ll see you at the Fair! (click the image above to be redirected to the guide!)

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