Minnesota Yacht Club Festival
A massive two-day music festival on the riverfront featuring headliners and local favorites in the summer sun.
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Things to do in Minneapolis with kids
Family activities in Minneapolis right now: kid-friendly events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
11 hand-picked things to do in Minneapolis right now · 7 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
Make the most of the summer heat
St. Paul Saints vs. Louisville Bats
Minor league baseball at its best—expect themed promos, local craft beer, and an unbeatable open-air vibe.
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Beethoven Triple Concerto
A sophisticated evening of classical mastery inside the acoustically acclaimed Orchestra Hall.
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☀️ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight
Minnesota Lynx vs. Los Angeles Sparks
Catch WNBA action at the Target Center—perfect for a high-energy Wednesday lunch break or early afternoon escape.
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Come from Away at the Guthrie
Experience this uplifting musical on the McGuire Proscenium Stage; the Guthrie's bridge offers stunning river views before curtain call.
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Wicked at Orpheum Theatre
The blockbuster musical arrives in the heart of the Hennepin Theatre District for a mid-week show.
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⭐ New & Notable
What's on the horizon
Collect-A-Con Minneapolis
A massive gathering for traders, gamers, and pop-culture enthusiasts taking over the convention center this weekend.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips under 3 hours
Historic Stillwater
Just 30 minutes away, this river town offers antique shopping, historic trolley tours, and stunning sunset views from the bluffs along the St. Croix River.
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Duluth & The North Shore
A 2.5-hour drive north brings you to the edge of Lake Superior. Perfect for hiking the Superior Hiking Trail or enjoying fresh lake trout at a harborside grill.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Buzzy spots for summer dining
Bar La Grassa
Known for the best pasta in the city; grab a seat at the bar to watch the kitchen team in action—the soft eggs with lobster bruschetta is essential.
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Young Joni
Wood-fired pizzas with global flair in a cozy, dim-lit space. Don't skip the adventurous cocktail menu at the attached back bar.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Minneapolis with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include Minnesota Lynx vs. Los Angeles Sparks, Come from Away at the Guthrie, and Wicked at Orpheum Theatre. WonderKit refreshes this Minneapolis guide daily so the picks stay current.
Where can families eat in Minneapolis?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants that work for families in Minneapolis, including spots that handle toddlers and offer kid-friendly menus.
What's happening in Minneapolis this weekend with kids?
Check the "This Weekend in Minneapolis" section above for current family-friendly events and weekend activities in Minneapolis. Updated daily.
Plan a family trip to Minneapolis
Tell us who's going and WonderKit drafts three Minneapolis trip ideas in about a minute — free, and you see them before creating an account.