Little 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 see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each...
Experience the beauty of a special place in the Twin Cities! The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden is the oldest public native plant garden in the United States. Located in the heart of Minneapolis, it brings together a diverse collection of plants in woodland, wetland, and meadow habitats in just 18...
Join Storyteller Kelly every Wednesday and Storyteller Angela every Thursday at 10:30am for stories, rhymes, and fun! All are welcome at weekly storytimes, especially infants and toddlers ages 0-3! For more information, call the store at 651-224-8320 and check our social media channels for any updates.
Join us every Thursday and the last Friday of each month for StoryTime in the Horticultural Library. We will celebrate plants and nature and foster a love for books and reading as we explore the library's vast catalog of children’s books. StoryTime is recommended for ages 0-5 with a parent, but...
Thursday mornings are for tiny tot book lovers. Bring you wee ones to Big Hill Books for Storytime with our talented Friends of Big Hill Books volunteer readers. It’s never too early to introduce children to books. Local children’s author Melanie Heuiser Hill and other volunteers lead our Tiny Tots...
Make Thursdays your new favorite day to stop by Northern Soda Company! Join us every week for Happy Thursdays and enjoy $1 off all taps → $2.50 mugs, and $6 flights! It’s the perfect excuse to try something new, meet up with friends, or kick back and relax in the...
Experience the Arboretum as you never have before with a brand-new light display! Northern Lights puts the Arboretum’s trees in the spotlight while highlighting the beauty of Minnesota’s winter and the wonder of nature. The event will feature 18 all-new, interactive experiences that celebrate the beauty of the Arboretum’s nighttime landscape...
Experience the beauty of a special place in the Twin Cities! The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden is the oldest public native plant garden in the United States. Located in the heart of Minneapolis, it brings together a diverse collection of plants in woodland, wetland, and meadow habitats in just 18...
Come to Choo Choo Bob's Train Store for a Train-Tastic story time! It’s educational & interactive! Come hear stories, songs and jokes about…TRAINS! Chugga, chugga! Choo Choo! See you there, Engineers!
It’s Fri-Yay! Join us every Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for a lively event geared towards children ages 2 to 5. We will feature local performers, special storytimes, community helpers, arts activities, and more!
Drop in to hang out and make cool stuff at FunLab! Featuring crafts, science experiments, engineering projects, video games, and more. This program is designed for ages 7-11.
Experience the Arboretum as you never have before with a brand-new light display! Northern Lights puts the Arboretum’s trees in the spotlight while highlighting the beauty of Minnesota’s winter and the wonder of nature. The event will feature 18 all-new, interactive experiences that celebrate the beauty of the Arboretum’s nighttime landscape...
On the first Friday of every month, from 6- 9 p.m., artists throughout Lowertown open their studio doors or team up with a local venue for a pop-up table for an evening that celebrates the creativity, history, and vibrant community that define our neighborhood. During Lowertown First Fridays, local galleries...
The Nutcracker: The Journey of Possibility A Holiday musical full of dance, music and wonder, performed by talented local children and teens. A magical family outing for kids and adults alike. When: Friday, December 4th at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, December...
Following a celebrated inaugural run that captivated audiences across the country, Christmas Together, featuring three of Christian music’s most beloved and enduring voices, Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, and CeCe Winans, returns this holiday season with an exciting new chapter. In response to overwhelming demand, the 2026 tour will expand...