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- Discounts are offered for special events if you buy tickets in advance. Follow their website and social media pages for updates.
- 50% off admission for limited income families through their Gateway program
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- There’s so much to do at the Minnesota Children’s Museum! Check out my review here.
Also, be sure to check my Twin Cities Discount Guide for Families for how to save (and get FREE admission!) at places all around the Twin Cities! (Note that many locations are closed right now.)
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.
March 2024
Ongoing Events
The Rock and Rock Playhouse: Concerts for Kids!. First Avenue & 7th St Entry, Minneapolis.
Wild Kratts®: Creature Power!® Minnesota Children’s Museum, St. Paul. Feb. 3 – May 12, 2024. Don’t forget to use my discount code “TCFM” to save $3 per ticket every day!
Prehistoric Adventures. Crayola Experience, Mall of America. Through February 29th.
Alice in Wonderland. Children’s Theatre Company, Minneapolis. Through March 31.
Spring Flower Show. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, Chaska. February 8th – March 10th.
March 2024
Events by Date
FRIDAY, MARCH 1
Story Time with Engineer Paul! 10:30am – 11:00am. Choo Choo Bob’s Train Store, St. Louis Park. Come hear stories, songs and jokes about…TRAINS! Chugga, chugga! Choo Choo! See you there, Engineers! $10 per child, $2 per adult.
SATURDAY, MARCH 2
FREE Kids Workshop. 9:00am – 12:00pm. Home Depot locations. Build a butterfly house!
FREE Community Showing of Minions: Rise of Gru. 10:00am. CineMagic Hollywood 12, Rochester. Doors and Concession open at 9:30 AM! Free different community showing the first Saturday of every month!
Free First Saturday: Kids’ Film Fair 2024. 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.
STEM Saturday. 11:00am – 1:30pm. Harvest Best Academy, 1300 Olson Memorial Highway, Minneapolis. Bring your K-8th grade students to a free STEM Saturday event, where students will explore “Chemical Reactions” through hands-on activities.Free event, lunch provided, raffles and awards.
Free Saturday Science. 12:00 – 2:00pm. Metropolitan State University. Today: Electronics.
SUNDAY, MARCH 3
Free First Sunday. Minnesota Children’s Museum, St. Paul.
TUESDAY, MARCH 5
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.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6
Games Galore. 10:00am – 8:00pm. Union Depot, Waiting Room, 214 4th Street East, Saint Paul, MN.
THURSDAY, MARCH 7
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 American Swedish Institute. Admission is FREE 3-8pm. 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN. 55407
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, MARCH 8
Snake, Rattle, and Roll. 3:00pm. Park Grove Library (Cottage Grove).
Movie Night in the Amphitheater-ROCK DOG 3: BATTLE OF THE BEAT. 5:30 – 7:00pm. Edinborough Park, Edina. This program is free & available to the public! Playpark use would require a paid daily admission.
SATURDAY, MARCH 9
Muffins With Marshall from Paw Patrol. Timeslots start at 9:00am. Little Roo’s, 122 Pioneer Trail, Chaska. During the event each ticketed child will receive a packaged Brunch! This will include a Banana, Orange, Pre-Packaged Blueberry Muffin, and Juice! Activities include Paw Patrol Coloring Sheet, A Paw Patrol Themed Craft, and Photo Op with Marshall!
MVMOM MN Valley Mothers of Multiples Used Clothing & Equipment Sale. 10:00am – 3:00pm. Eagan Community Center, St. Paul. $3 (for the public). On sale at 9:00am. Shoppers receive a numbered wristband and enter at numerical order starting at 10:00am. A sale with Children’s Gently Used Clothing & Shoes, Cribs, Highchairs & Boosters, Baby Swings, Toys, Crib Bedding, Books, Pack-N-Plays, Bouncers, Jumpers & Saucers, Car Seats, Strollers, DVDs, Bath Tubs, Baby Gates, Much More! All priced to sell! (Clothing sized preemie to youth 18/20. Shoes sized newborn to youth 9.) ***Inventory varies each sale based on what our member sellers are selling. Thousands of items! YOU DON’T NEED TO HAVE TWINS / TRIPLETS / MORE TO SHOP.
Dazzling Dave, Yo-Yo Master. 10:30am. Wildwood Library (Mahtomedi).
Free JcPenney Kids Zone Craft. 11:00am – 12:00pm at participating JCPenney locations. Parents get a 10% off coupon.
Family Fun Day. 12:00 – 5:00pm. 38 Northern Stacks Drive, Fridley, MN. Enjoy readings from local authors, ice cream sandwiches provided by Kemps and yard games provided by Scheels. Plus, families can enjoy face painting and tons of raffles. And, make sure to get your picture taken with Floyd of Rosedale or Goldy the Gopher before you go!
PARENTED – Simplifying Consequences. 1:00 – 3:00pm. Brookview Golden Valley, Brookview Parkway South, Golden Valley, MN. $10.
Minneapolis International Festival. 1:00 – 5:00pm. Central Park Gym, Minneapolis. The Minneapolis International Festival celebrates the different cultures in the City of Minneapolis and surrounding communities with music, dance, art, cultural learning booths, exhibits demonstrations AND MORE. Learn about all the many amazing cultures that make Minneapolis such a wonderful place to live at this free event.
SUNDAY, MARCH 10
Sensory Friendly Sunday. 8:00 – 11:00am. Walker Art Center, Minneapolis. Sensory Friendly Sunday is a monthly event designed for kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder, or developmental disabilities.
Coffee & Creative Play. 9:00am – 11:30am. Snapology, Minneapolis. Enjoy 1 delicious beverage from Bob’s Java Hut (next door to Snapology) while you and your kiddo play at Snapology for a reduced price! Playtime at Snapology is an open-ended creative building experience in our creative play area that includes LEGO bricks, a race track, magnatiles, train tracks, k’nex, polydrons, marble mazes and more! The cost is $15 per child and comes with one $5 voucher for Bob’s Java Hut per family. Parent must stay on site either at Snapology in our creative play area or classroom, or next door at Bob’s. Children under 5 must be supervised by a guardian at all times.
Grand Opening. 10:00am – 11:00am and 11:00am – 12:00pm. Playdate, Chaska. On March 10th, come to Play date for all the fun! We will have a face painter, cotton candy, goody bags and more! Tickets for this event are just $5 per child, and everything mentioned is included.
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.
Härdsmälta Pond and Skim Festival. 1:00 -3 :00pm. Hyland Hills Ski Area, Minneapolis. Härdsmälta is back! Our Pond Skim and festival is set to return Sunday, March 10th from 1-3pm. Dress up in a costume and enjoy great food, music, and beer in the warm spring sun. Try your luck and see if you can make it across the pond, or come watch others bravely attempt. All participants must have a valid daily lift ticket. Pre-Registration is required and space is limited.
Urban Expedition: Brazil. 1:00 – 3:00pm. Landmark Center, St. Paul. Enjoy authentic music, dance, and crafts during this immersive program favorite.
MONDAY, MARCH 11
Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution. 4:30pm. Bring $25 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, MARCH 12
Toddler Tuesdays LIVE. 10:00am – 12:00pm. Huntington Bank Rotunda, Mall of America. Embark on a magical adventure with our upcoming St. Patrick’s Day event for kids! Join us for a morning filled with whimsical surprises, playful activities, and a touch of Irish charm. We’re still gathering our luck, check back soon for more event details!
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13
Games Galore. 10:00am – 8:00pm. Union Depot, Waiting Room, 214 4th Street East, Saint Paul, MN.
THURSDAY, MARCH 14
Northwest Sportshow. March 14 – 17. Minneapolis Convention Center. Families can enjoy seminars, hands-on activities and demos from giveaways and Trout Pond to prepare families for their next outdoor adventure!
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 American Swedish Institute. Admission is FREE 3-8pm. 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN. 55407
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, MARCH 15
Northwest Sportshow. March 14 – 17. Minneapolis Convention Center. Families can enjoy seminars, hands-on activities and demos from giveaways and Trout Pond to prepare families for their next outdoor adventure!
Free Mend-It Clinic. 3:30 – 6:30pm. Old School thrift store, 1901 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis.
SATURDAY, MARCH 16
Northwest Sportshow. March 14 – 17. Minneapolis Convention Center. Families can enjoy seminars, hands-on activities and demos from giveaways and Trout Pond to prepare families for their next outdoor adventure!
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. 9:00am – 5:00pm. St. Patrick’s Guild, 1554 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul. Irish dancers, Irish sweets, music and more.
Sensory Friendly Saturday at Bell Museum. 4:30 – 6:30pm. Bell Museum, St. Paul.
SUNDAY, MARCH 17
Northwest Sportshow. March 14 – 17. Minneapolis Convention Center. Families can enjoy seminars, hands-on activities and demos from giveaways and Trout Pond to prepare families for their next outdoor adventure!
It’s St. Patrick’s Day! Make this fun Leprechaun craft!
MONDAY, MARCH 18
FREE tickets now available for Free First Sunday at the Minnesota Children’s Museum, October 1st.
Bargain Monday! St. Michael Cinema 15. $5 movie tickets all day. $5 snack packs.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20
Games Galore. 10:00am – 8:00pm. Union Depot, Waiting Room, 214 4th Street East, Saint Paul, MN.
THURSDAY, MARCH 21
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 American Swedish Institute. Admission is FREE 3-8pm. 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN. 55407
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, MARCH 22
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
SUNDAY, MARCH 24
MONDAY, MARCH 25
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27
Games Galore. 10:00am – 8:00pm. Union Depot, Waiting Room, 214 4th Street East, Saint Paul, MN.
THURSDAY, MARCH 29
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 American Swedish Institute. Admission is FREE 3-8pm. 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN. 55407
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.
SATURDAY, APRIL 6
Nurtured Rose Retreat: Bloom in Motherhood and Beyond. 9:00am – 2:00pm. The Meeting Point, Rosemount. Soon-to-be and new moms, this event is for you. Immerse yourself in self-care, movement, education, and more, as you’ll be surrounded by invaluable resources dedicated to you and your well-being all in one place. There will be food, classes, presentations, giveaways, and more to support and uplift you in your motherhood journey. Your babies are welcome, too! Event admission is $10 and spots are limited.
Fraser Festival. 10:00am – 2:00pm. Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 Kellogg Blvd, St Paul, MN 55102. The festival is an inclusive, sensory-friendly event, offering accommodations for those with sensory processing differences. The event encourages everyone to come as they are, welcoming people of all ages, abilities, neurodiversities, cultures, and backgrounds. FREE.
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.
MORE FUN & RESOURCES
Science Museum Learn at Home. The museum IS OPEN but also has a website with many at-home learning activities.
For online Minnesota fun, see my guide, Free Minnesota Printables, LiveCams and Activities to Do at Home.