• Dig into Soil!

    Tashjian Bee and Pollinator Discovery Center 3210 W 82nd St., Chanhassen, MN

    Ever wonder about the ground beneath your feet? We wouldn’t be here without it! Now you can appreciate the ground in all its glory during a World Soil Day celebration at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum's Farm at the Arb. Visit the Tashjian Bee and Pollinator Discovery Center from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on […]

  • Santa’s at the Lodge

    Excelsior Masonic Lodge 249 Water St #1824, Excelsior, MN

    Visit Santa at the Excelsior Masonic Lodge from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m., and enjoy tasty hot cocoa and holiday treats. Plus, enjoy a chili dinner with Santa from 5 to 7 p.m.

  • Winter Lights: Family Nights

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Create memories, sip something warm and share the wonder of Winter Lights with your loved ones. Bring the whole family to enjoy the magic of Winter Lights together! In addition to strolling outdoors through the displays, enjoy complimentary cookies and hot cocoa, winter-themed coloring and Rootstock is open for dinner. Visit the website for ticketing […]

  • Santa’s at the Lodge

    Excelsior Masonic Lodge 249 Water St #1824, Excelsior, MN

    Visit Santa at the Excelsior Masonic Lodge from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m., and enjoy tasty hot cocoa and holiday treats.

  • Holiday Open House at Goldfish Swim School Minnetonka

    Goldfish Swim School Minnetonka 4729 County Road 101, Minnetonka, MN

    Join us for a free festive celebration at the Goldfish Swim School - Minnetonka. Our Holiday Open House is the perfect event to kick off the holiday season with family and friends. We will have an open family swim. The pool will be open with a lifeguard on duty. Come and swim as a family […]

  • Winter Lights: Family Nights

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Create memories, sip something warm and share the wonder of Winter Lights with your loved ones. Bring the whole family to enjoy the magic of Winter Lights together! In addition to strolling outdoors through the displays, enjoy complimentary cookies and hot cocoa, winter-themed coloring and Rootstock is open for dinner. Visit the website for ticketing […]

  • New Year’s Eve Celebration at Winter Lights

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    Ring in 2026 with a sparkling celebration for all ages. Stroll the outdoor Winter Lights and warm up inside to live music with Traveled Ground from 6–9 p.m., games, party favors and more. The Rootstock Cafe will also be open for dinner. A joyful way to welcome the new year—perfect fyor families, friends and anyone […]

  • Family Storytime

    Minnetonka Public Library 17524 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka, MN

    Every Saturday, the Minnetonka Public Library invites children of all ages and their caregivers to a morning of playful storytelling and fun from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

  • Family Storytime

    Minnetonka Public Library 17524 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka, MN

    Every Saturday, the Minnetonka Public Library invites children of all ages and their caregivers to a morning of playful storytelling and fun from 10 to 10:45 a.m.

  • Kids’ Fest

    Minnetonka Community Center 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka, MN

    Join us for an afternoon of free family fun at Kids' Fest. Activities: Dog sled rides Horse-drawn trolley rides Ice carving demonstration Bonfire and s'mores Kidsdance DJ Face painting Balloon twisting from Funtime Funktions KidCreate studio arts and crafts Concessions Tumbling and Movement with Dance Unlimited Inflatable ax throwing and ski ball Caricature artists Sensory […]

  • Goldfish Swim School: Minnetonka Family Night Out

    Goldfish Swim School Minnetonka 4729 County Road 101, Minnetonka, MN

    Join us for a free night of fun with open family swim in our warm 90 F pool. Dive for rings, ride in our canoe, airplane or car, swim with fins, or just splash and relax. Lifeguards will be on duty, and Bubbles the Goldfish will be stopping by for high-fives. Plus, enjoy Valentine’s crafts, […]

  • Full Sugar Maple Moon Hike

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN

    The March Full Moon is referred to as the Sugar Maple Moon as this is typically the time when the sap is flowing in Maple Trees. Attendees will learn how the Arboretum collects maple sap and boils it down to sweet syrup and sugar. Warm up by a warm fire and listen to stories of […]