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Twin Cities July 2021 Calendar! Fun, Freebies & Deals for Families

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July is here and summer is in full swing in Minnesota!

First, be sure you’ve downloaded my NEW, FREE Printable Summer Activity Planner for Kids! 

TCFM Summer Printables for Kids There are 8 pages of summer planning fun:

  • Summer Bucket List (32 ideas for summer fun!)
  • Summer Schedules with themes and ideas
  • “10 Things I Want to Do this Summer” Worksheet
  • 3 Coloring Pages

To get this FREE Printable Summer Activity Planner for Kids, be sure you’re signed up for my FREE weekly email!

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July Calendar!

I’ve updated the Deals & Events Calendar for July and there are many fun activities this month!

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What to Buy in July to Save Money

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What to Buy in July

Did you know that there are different things on sale each month of the year? 

A while back I put together a Month to Month Shopping Guide that lists the best items to buy each month to save money!

Here I am highlighting the best items to buy this month!

July

July 4th is Independence Day and there are many great sales this weekend on everything from food to mattresses.

July 18th is National Ice Cream Day! Look for ice cream deals and freebies.

July is the best time to buy:

-Back to school supplies debut (woohoo, right?). Great time to stock up on office supplies.
-Furniture: Great deals as stores make room for new lines
-Month-to-month gym memberships (Gyms are more negotiable now to keep numbers up, which dip in the summer)

Avoid large outdoor items like lawn mowers as they’re in such high demand now (if you can wait).

Seasonal produce on sale now:

Apricots, blackberries, blueberries, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, green beans, kiwi, kohlrabi, lettuce, mangoes, okra, peaches, peppers, plums, raspberries, strawberries, summer squash, Swiss chard, tomatoes, watermelon, zucchini.

View the full month to month list here!

And be sure to view my Deals & Events Calendar for more deals and fun this month!

What to Buy in June to Save Money

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What to Buy in June

Did you know that there are different things on sale each month of the year? 

A while back I put together a Month to Month Shopping Guide that lists the best items to buy each month to save money!

Here I am highlighting the best items to buy this month!

June

June is Dairy Month! Look for deals on dairy items.

Also June 4th is National Donut Day! Look for donut freebies and deals.

It’s the best time to buy:

-Dairy foods like cheese
-Grilling and outdoor items like burgers, hot dogs, bratwursts, buns, baked beans, mosquito repellant, sunscreen, first aid items including bandages
-Swimsuits and summer wear
-Workout gear
-Power tools, tech products for grads and dads for Father’s Day
-Wedding gifts: Now is the height of wedding season, so get some dishware now
-Semi-annual sales take place at Bath & Body Works and Victoria’s Secret

Seasonal produce on sale now:

Apricots, blueberries, cantaloupe, cherries, corn, cucumbers, green beans, kiwi, lettuce, mangoes, peaches, strawberries, Swiss chard, watermelon, zucchini.

View the full month to month list here!

And be sure to view my Deals & Events Calendar for more deals and fun this month!

Twin Cities Area Summer County Fair List 2021

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Twin Cities Area County Fairs and the Minnesota State Fair are returning in 2021!

Here is a roundup of fairs updates for 2021.

Note that the larger fairs will have an admission price, and the smaller fairs will be free. Note that this information is based on each fair’s website at the time of posting and may change.

Many fairs have not yet posted their ticket prices or other details as of this posting – check their websites for updates.

(See bottom of list for my tips on having a great time with kids!)

JUNE

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Free Summer Fun for Twin Cities Kids & Families 2021

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Free Summer Fun for Twin Cities Kids & Families 2021

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!

BONUS: Download my NEW,
FREE Printable Summer Activity Planner for Kids! 

TCFM Summer Printables for Kids

There are 8 pages of summer planning fun:

  • Summer Bucket List (32 ideas for summer fun!)
  • Summer Schedules with themes and ideas
  • “10 Things I Want to Do this Summer” Worksheet
  • 3 Coloring Pages

Print whatever pages you want!

To get this FREE Printable Summer Activity Planner for Kids, be sure you’re signed up for my FREE weekly email!

You’ll get the links to the FREE printables INSTANTLY, and you will be subscribed to my weekly email newsletter which so you can get MORE freebies, deals and fun! Your information will not be shared with anyone and you can unsubscribe anytime.

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Here are ideas for FREE summer fun for kids & families
in the Twin Cities 2021!

(NOTE: All of these listings are subject to change. Be sure to check before you make plans or go!)

Indoor and Outdoor Adventures

Kids Bowl Free

Free Bowling – Kids Bowl Free is a national program designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. There are dozens of bowling centers in Minnesota that participate. Just sign up on their website! [Read more…]

Twin Cities May 2021 Calendar! Fun, Freebies & Deals for Families

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Twin Cities Deals & Events Calendar

Though many events have been cancelled or changed due to COVID, there are still many COVID-safe things to do. And with the weather getting nicer outdoors, many outdoor events are happening this month and beyond!

I’ve updated the Deals & Events Calendar for May and there are many fun activities this month!

First be sure to plan your shopping for the month (and year) with my guide, What to Buy in May to Save Money!

What to buy in May

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 9th! Check out my roundup of free things happening in the Twin Cities May 8-9!

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Just Between Friends Eagan/Apple Valley Spring Kids Sale April 29 – May 1

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JBF Eagan Just Between Friends Kids Sales are one the best ways to save money on gently used (and new!) kids items, and to make some cash selling your kids’ used items!

And I’m excited to partner with Just Between Friends of Eagan and Apple Valley, whose next sale is April 29th through May 1st, 2021! COVID-19 has affected sales like this, but with the proper social distancing guidelines in place, sales are now happening safely. And it’s springtime so it’s a GREAT time to clean out the closets and sell your kids’ gently used stuff, and buy newer items now for the coming seasons!

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Free Admission to Minnesota State Parks on Saturday, April 24th

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Free Minnesota Park Days 2021

Earlier this year I shared that there are 4 days you can get FREE admission to Minnesota State Parks in 2021!

All 75 Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas will offer free admission to everyone on four days, and the next one is coming up this Saturday, April 24th!

One was Saturday, February 13th (and it was a cold day!). The rest are:

  • Saturday, April 24
  • Saturday, June 12
  • Friday, November 26

There are 6 national parks and recreational areas in Minnesota including Voyageurs National Park in International Falls.

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It’s also National Parks Week this week, April 17th – 25th! There are different themes each day and areas in Minnesota are celebrating. For example, Voyageurs National Park has events and activities you can do there and at home.

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Twin Cities April 2021 Calendar! Fun, Freebies & Deals for Families

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Twin Cities Deals & Events Calendar

April is here and it’s time for Easter egg hunts and events, plus many kids consignment sales!

Though many events have been cancelled or changed due to COVID, there are still many COVID-safe things to do!

First be sure to plan your shopping for the month (and year) with my guide, What to Buy in April to Save Money!

I’ve updated the Deals & Events Calendar and there are also many fun activities this month,

Some events happening this month:

Twin Cities Spring Babies Fesitval

The Twin Cities Spring Baby Animals Festival is back! It was cancelled last year due to COVID but is just a little different this year. Tickets are $11 online.

Toddler Tuesdays are back at the Mall of America – both in-person and online!

JBF Sale April 2021

There are Kids Consignment Sales! For example, the Just Between Friends Sale in Andover is April 8th – 11th!

Attractions have been opening up again, like the Crayola Experience Mall of America, and the Minnesota Children’s Museum! Did you know you can get the LOWEST priced tickets for both of those places if you use my exclusive deals?

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Crayola Experience:

EVERY DAY you can get DISCOUNT Crayola Experience Mall of America tickets through my special link! Tickets are $17.50 (regularly $22.99 – $24.99) THIS IS THE LOWEST PRICE OUT THERE! 

  • Just click on my personalized online store web link (URL) and enter the access code TCFM.  (Or visit https://tickets.crayolaexperience.com and enter my personalized store name: Twin Cities Frugal Mom)
  • You’ll be able to purchase and print the tickets right away, saving you time waiting at the entrance turnstiles and bypassing ticket booth lines! And they’re valid for up to a year.

Minnesota Children’s Museum:

EVERY DAY you can get DISCOUNTED tickets for the Minnesota Children’s Museum in St. Paul with my special code TCFM! Save $3 per admission!

  • Just go to mcm.org and use my code TCFM to save $3 per admission on tickets online. You can also use that code to save $20 on a membership.
  • There’s so much to do at the Minnesota Children’s Museum! Right now you can enjoy their new Doc McStuffins exhibit (open until May). Read about our visit! I have a GIVEAWAY ending 2/1! And watch my video walk-through here:

Some additional highlights for April:

  • Online Storytimes
  • Outdoor Farmer’s Markets all around the Twin Cities
  • There are online events galore, including performances by the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra!
  • The FREE Build-a-Bear Wednesday online activities began last spring and continue online!
  • You can still get FREE meals from your child’s school district through at least June 30, 2021!

Also be sure to view my list of Twin Cities Free Easter Egg Hunts & Drive-Thru Events 2021!

Twin Cities Easter Egg Hunts 2021