Minnesota Yacht Club Festival
A massive two-day riverfront festival on Harriet Island featuring major national headliners and local food trucks.
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Things to do in Minneapolis, MN with kids
Family activities in Minneapolis, MN right now: kid-friendly events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
10 hand-picked things to do in Minneapolis, MN right now · 6 with confirmed dates
How we pick family-friendly spots
- Stroller- and toddler-friendly venues with room to move
- Weekend and daytime timing that works around nap windows
- Kids-eat-here restaurants over date-night-only rooms
📅 This Weekend in Minneapolis, MN
Art, sports, and summer festival vibes
St. Paul Saints vs. Louisville Bats
Nothing beats a summer evening at one of the country's most beautiful minor league ballparks.
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Collect-A-Con
The nation's largest trading card and pop culture convention hits the convention center for a weekend of rare finds.
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☀️ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight
Beethoven Triple Concerto
Experience a masterclass in collaboration with the Minnesota Orchestra, perfect for a refined Thursday morning outing.
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Minnesota Yacht Club Presents: Semisonic with special guest Humbird
Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at varsityinfo@livenation.com For more information visit
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✨ New & Notable
What's trending this month
Minneapolis Aquatennial
The city's official summer festival returns with parades, fireworks, and community events on the downtown waterfront.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Get out of the city
Historic Stillwater
Just 30 minutes away, this river town offers antique shopping, riverboat cruises, and beautiful bluffside dining.
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Duluth & The North Shore
A 2.5-hour drive leads you to the shores of Lake Superior for cooler breezes, hiking trails, and fresh fish.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Local flavor and patio perfection
Restaurant Alma
Dine in their shaded courtyard; the seasonal tasting menu highlights the best of Minnesota's mid-summer produce.
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Bar La Grassa
The buzzing North Loop staple is perfect for fresh pasta and a glass of wine on a warm July night.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Minneapolis, MN with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include Beethoven Triple Concerto, Minnesota Yacht Club Presents: Semisonic with special guest Humbird, and Minnesota Yacht Club Festival. WonderKit refreshes this Minneapolis, MN guide daily so the picks stay current.
Where can families eat in Minneapolis, MN?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants that work for families in Minneapolis, MN, including spots that handle toddlers and offer kid-friendly menus.
What's happening in Minneapolis, MN this weekend with kids?
Check the "This Weekend in Minneapolis, MN" section above for current family-friendly events and weekend activities in Minneapolis, MN. Updated daily.
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