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8 Minnesota State Parks Near the Twin Cities

Twin Cities FamilyApril 6, 2026June 2, 2026

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6:00 AM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

May 31 @ 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

Minneapolis Farmers Market West Lyndale Avenue North 312, Minneapolis

7:00 AM

Farmers Market Annex | Minneapolis Farmers Market

May 31 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Farmers Market Annex | Minneapolis Farmers Market

Minneapolis Farmers Market West Lyndale Avenue North 312, Minneapolis

8:00 AM

St Paul Outdoor Farmers Market | Lowertown – St Paul

May 31 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

St Paul Outdoor Farmers Market | Lowertown – St Paul

St Paul Farmers Market - Lowertown 5th Street East 290, Saint Paul

Kingfield Farmers Market | 4055 Nicollet Ave – Minneapolis

May 31 @ 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Kingfield Farmers Market | 4055 Nicollet Ave – Minneapolis

Kingfield Farmers Market 4055 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis

10:00 AM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 1 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, St Paul

$15.00

Storytime with Engineer Paul | Choo Choo Bobs

June 1 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Storytime with Engineer Paul | Choo Choo Bobs

Choo Choo Bob's Union Depot - Head House Level 1, 214 4th Street East, St Paul

Ongoing

Movies in the Parks – Grease | The Commons – Minneapolis

June 2 @ 8:55 PM - June 3 @ 11:00 PM

Movies in the Parks – Grease | The Commons – Minneapolis

8:00 AM

Roseville Farmers Market | Corpus Christi Catholic Church – Roseville

June 2 @ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Roseville Farmers Market | Corpus Christi Catholic Church – Roseville

Roseville Farmers Market 2131 Fairview Ave N, Roseville

10:00 AM

Storytime | Plymouth History Center

June 2 @ 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Storytime | Plymouth History Center

Plymouth History Center 3605 Fernbrook Ln N, Plymouth

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 2 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, St Paul

$15.00

Toddler Tuesdays | Mall of America®

June 2 @ 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Toddler Tuesdays | Mall of America®

Mall of America Bloomington

varies

Ongoing

Movies in the Parks – Grease | The Commons – Minneapolis

June 2 @ 8:55 PM - June 3 @ 11:00 PM

Movies in the Parks – Grease | The Commons – Minneapolis

7:00 AM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

June 3 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

Minneapolis Farmers Market West Lyndale Avenue North 312, Minneapolis

10:00 AM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 3 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, St Paul

$15.00

Mini Mia | Mia – Minneapolis Institute of Arts

June 3 @ 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Mini Mia | Mia – Minneapolis Institute of Arts

Mia - Minneapolis Institute of Arts 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis

Storytime | Red Balloon Bookshop

June 3 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Storytime | Red Balloon Bookshop

Red Balloon Bookshop 891 Grand Ave, St Paul

6:00 AM

Minnesota Twins: Prince Night | Target Field

June 4 @ 6:40 AM - 9:40 PM

Minnesota Twins: Prince Night | Target Field

Target Field 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis

$21.75

7:00 AM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

June 4 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

Minneapolis Farmers Market West Lyndale Avenue North 312, Minneapolis

10:00 AM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 4 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, St Paul

$15.00

Little Explorers | Como Zoo

June 4 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Little Explorers | Como Zoo

Como Zoo St. Paul

Storytime | Red Balloon Bookshop

June 4 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Storytime | Red Balloon Bookshop

Red Balloon Bookshop 891 Grand Ave, St Paul

Storytime in the Library | University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

June 4 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Storytime in the Library | University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska

Free – $20

7:00 AM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

June 5 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

Minneapolis Farmers Market West Lyndale Avenue North 312, Minneapolis

10:00 AM

Tot Time | Maple Grove Community Center

June 5 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tot Time | Maple Grove Community Center

Maple Grove Community Center 12951 Weaver Lake Rd, Maple Grove

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 5 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, St Paul

$15.00

Mini Mia | Mia – Minneapolis Institute of Arts

June 5 @ 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Mini Mia | Mia – Minneapolis Institute of Arts

Mia - Minneapolis Institute of Arts 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis

Storytime with Engineer Paul | Choo Choo Bobs

June 5 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Storytime with Engineer Paul | Choo Choo Bobs

Choo Choo Bob's Union Depot - Head House Level 1, 214 4th Street East, St Paul

Fri-Yay! | Roseville Library

June 5 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Fri-Yay! | Roseville Library

Roseville Library 2180 Hamline Ave N, Roseville

11:00 AM

The Stashery’s First Birthday Party | The Stashery – Minneapolis

June 5 @ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

The Stashery’s First Birthday Party | The Stashery – Minneapolis

The Stashery 3000 University Ave SE, Minneapolis

6:00 AM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

June 6 @ 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

Minneapolis Farmers Market West Lyndale Avenue North 312, Minneapolis

7:00 AM

Farmers Market Annex | Minneapolis Farmers Market

June 6 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Farmers Market Annex | Minneapolis Farmers Market

Minneapolis Farmers Market West Lyndale Avenue North 312, Minneapolis

St Paul Outdoor Farmers Market | Lowertown – St Paul

June 6 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

St Paul Outdoor Farmers Market | Lowertown – St Paul

St Paul Farmers Market - Lowertown 5th Street East 290, Saint Paul

8:00 AM

Mill City Farmers Market | 750 S 2nd St – Minneapolis

June 6 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Mill City Farmers Market | 750 S 2nd St – Minneapolis

Mill City Farmers Market 750 S 2nd Street, Minneapolis

St. Luke’s Farmers Market | Saint Luke Lutheran Church – St Paul

June 6 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

St. Luke’s Farmers Market | Saint Luke Lutheran Church – St Paul

Saint Luke Lutheran Church 1807 Field Avenue, St Paul

Bloomington Farmers Market | East Lot, Bloomington Civic Plaza

June 6 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Bloomington Farmers Market | East Lot, Bloomington Civic Plaza

Bloomington Civic Plaza West Old Shakopee Road 1800, Bloomington

Southwest Farmers Market | 5025 Knox Ave S – Minneapolis

June 6 @ 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Southwest Farmers Market | 5025 Knox Ave S – Minneapolis

Southwest Farmers Market 5025 Knox Ave. S, Minneapolis

June 2 @ 8:55 PM - June 3 @ 11:00 PM

Movies in the Parks – Grease | The Commons – Minneapolis

Movies in the Parks – Grease | The Commons – Minneapolis

June 2 @ 8:55 PM - June 3 @ 11:00 PM

Movies in the Parks – Grease | The Commons – Minneapolis

Grease - PG Movies in the Parks are scheduled June 3-Sept 5. A total of 47 outdoor movie screenings are planned, showing a wide variety of films at different parks throughout the summer. Sports Movies: Rocky, Angels in the Outfield, Cool Runnings, F1 Cult Favorites: Sharknado, The Fifth Element, Bill and Ted’s...

June 2 @ 8:55 PM - June 3 @ 11:00 PM

Movies in the Parks – Grease | The Commons – Minneapolis

Sunday, May 31, 2026

May 31, 2026 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

May 31 @ 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

As the largest farmer-managed market in the state, we serve as a community resource, a meeting place, a tourist draw, and most importantly, a place to access Minnesota's greatest selection of fresh produce, plants, and locally made products. Our roots in Minneapolis started in 1876 at the corner of First...

May 31, 2026 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Farmers Market Annex | Minneapolis Farmers Market

May 31 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Farmers Market Annex | Minneapolis Farmers Market

The Farmers Market Annex is located right next to the Minneapolis Farmers Market, creating one of the largest and most vibrant market destinations in the Twin Cities. While the main market is known for its long-standing farmers and fresh produce, the Annex offers a complementary mix of local makers, artisan...

May 31, 2026 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

St Paul Outdoor Farmers Market | Lowertown – St Paul

May 31 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

St Paul Outdoor Farmers Market | Lowertown – St Paul

For over 170 years, The St. Paul Farmers’ Market has been proud to enjoy the support of the community. That tradition of support continues today. We are the longest-running farmers’ market in the state of Minnesota. Established in 1854 by the St. Paul Growers’ Association, the market is a family-friendly...

Monday, June 1, 2026

June 1, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 1 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Nature can inspire awe, curiosity, surprise, and more. Have you ever been amazed by something you saw or heard outside? Has an experience in nature inspired a question that you just had to answer? The exhibition explores the relationship between nature, curiosity, and play through experiences that encourage creativity, story-telling,...

$15.00

June 1, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Storytime with Engineer Paul | Choo Choo Bobs

June 1 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Storytime with Engineer Paul | Choo Choo Bobs

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!

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

June 2, 2026 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Roseville Farmers Market | Corpus Christi Catholic Church – Roseville

June 2 @ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Roseville Farmers Market | Corpus Christi Catholic Church – Roseville

The Roseville Farmers’ Market is located at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. EBT, cash, card, and market bucks/coins are accepted. You’ll find locally grown vegetables, fruits, cut flowers, plants, and artisan food goods just outside the church.

June 2, 2026 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Storytime | Plymouth History Center

June 2 @ 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Storytime | Plymouth History Center

The Plymouth History Center is set to hold a children’s Story Time series 10-10:30 a.m. select Tuesdays each month throughout 2026 at 3605 Fernbrook Lane N. Geared toward families with elementary-age children, the free events are designed to engage younger audiences and spark interest in learning. Each session will feature...

June 2, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 2 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Nature can inspire awe, curiosity, surprise, and more. Have you ever been amazed by something you saw or heard outside? Has an experience in nature inspired a question that you just had to answer? The exhibition explores the relationship between nature, curiosity, and play through experiences that encourage creativity, story-telling,...

$15.00

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

June 3, 2026 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

June 3 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

As the largest farmer-managed market in the state, we serve as a community resource, a meeting place, a tourist draw, and most importantly, a place to access Minnesota's greatest selection of fresh produce, plants, and locally made products. Our roots in Minneapolis started in 1876 at the corner of First...

June 3, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 3 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Nature can inspire awe, curiosity, surprise, and more. Have you ever been amazed by something you saw or heard outside? Has an experience in nature inspired a question that you just had to answer? The exhibition explores the relationship between nature, curiosity, and play through experiences that encourage creativity, story-telling,...

$15.00

June 3, 2026 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Mini Mia | Mia – Minneapolis Institute of Arts

June 3 @ 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Mini Mia | Mia – Minneapolis Institute of Arts

Look, play, and learn with your child at Mini Mia! This free program occurs on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. and the first Friday of each month at 10:15 a.m. In February, an additional session will take place on the first Saturday at...

Thursday, June 4, 2026

June 4, 2026 6:40 AM - 9:40 PM

Minnesota Twins: Prince Night | Target Field

June 4 @ 6:40 AM - 9:40 PM

Minnesota Twins: Prince Night | Target Field

Don’t miss the opportunity for a night full of Prince's legacy. Your purchase of this special theme night package includes your seat to the Twins vs. Kansas City Royals game at 6:40 p.m. on Thursday, June 4 plus an exclusive co-branded Prince/Twins varsity jacket!

$21.75

June 4, 2026 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

June 4 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

As the largest farmer-managed market in the state, we serve as a community resource, a meeting place, a tourist draw, and most importantly, a place to access Minnesota's greatest selection of fresh produce, plants, and locally made products. Our roots in Minneapolis started in 1876 at the corner of First...

June 4, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 4 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Nature can inspire awe, curiosity, surprise, and more. Have you ever been amazed by something you saw or heard outside? Has an experience in nature inspired a question that you just had to answer? The exhibition explores the relationship between nature, curiosity, and play through experiences that encourage creativity, story-telling,...

$15.00

Friday, June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

June 5 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

As the largest farmer-managed market in the state, we serve as a community resource, a meeting place, a tourist draw, and most importantly, a place to access Minnesota's greatest selection of fresh produce, plants, and locally made products. Our roots in Minneapolis started in 1876 at the corner of First...

June 5, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tot Time | Maple Grove Community Center

June 5 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tot Time | Maple Grove Community Center

Tot time Tot time is an unstructured, drop-in playtime in the Community Center gym for pre-k children and their caregivers. A wide variety of toys and play items are provided.

June 5, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

June 5 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play

Nature can inspire awe, curiosity, surprise, and more. Have you ever been amazed by something you saw or heard outside? Has an experience in nature inspired a question that you just had to answer? The exhibition explores the relationship between nature, curiosity, and play through experiences that encourage creativity, story-telling,...

$15.00

Saturday, June 6, 2026

June 6, 2026 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

June 6 @ 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minneapolis Farmers Market | 312 E Lyndale Ave N – Minneapolis

As the largest farmer-managed market in the state, we serve as a community resource, a meeting place, a tourist draw, and most importantly, a place to access Minnesota's greatest selection of fresh produce, plants, and locally made products. Our roots in Minneapolis started in 1876 at the corner of First...

June 6, 2026 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Farmers Market Annex | Minneapolis Farmers Market

June 6 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Farmers Market Annex | Minneapolis Farmers Market

The Farmers Market Annex is located right next to the Minneapolis Farmers Market, creating one of the largest and most vibrant market destinations in the Twin Cities. While the main market is known for its long-standing farmers and fresh produce, the Annex offers a complementary mix of local makers, artisan...

June 6, 2026 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

St Paul Outdoor Farmers Market | Lowertown – St Paul

June 6 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

St Paul Outdoor Farmers Market | Lowertown – St Paul

For over 170 years, The St. Paul Farmers’ Market has been proud to enjoy the support of the community. That tradition of support continues today. We are the longest-running farmers’ market in the state of Minnesota. Established in 1854 by the St. Paul Growers’ Association, the market is a family-friendly...

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