Minnesota: Where outdoor fun meets endless adventure! Lace up your skates and glide across the ice at Lake George, a winter wonderland on skates.
Prefer something a little warmer? Hit up the local underground bowling alley, where strikes and spares are as common as snowflakes in January.
And when the weather’s nice (yes, it happens), explore Hester Park—perfect for hiking, picnicking, or just soaking up that rare Minnesota sunshine!
This Alochol Free Hand Sanitizer also doubles as an on the go soap that doesn’t need to be washed off! With only 4 simple ingredients and the right bottle you’ll have yourself a nice stash of foaming hand sanitizer (or on the go hand soap) for less than you’d pay at the grocery store! Such an easy recipe and great way to keep clean!
The St. Cloud Mall Trick or Treat Event is a warm indoor place to visit on a cold Halloween night. A great way to get to know local businesses and stay warm all night!
If you’re looking for a day of fun with your family, check out Afton Apple Orchard and Pumpkin Patch! Pick your own fruit or buy pre picked! And check out their THREE corn mazes over 16 acres that are guaranteed to stump you!
Lunds & Byerlys Boo Blast is a fun, free, family friendly event that is a must see. Enjoy a casual stroll around the store collecting goodies that are candy and non-candy alike. Perfect for all ages and a great way to practice before Halloween!
North Crest Activity Center Trunk or Treat is a fun yearly event located in Sauk Rapids, MN. This yearly event is one of the best Trunk or Treats we’ve been to with several great perks! Trick or Treat, Open Gym and several large vehicles are all available at this yearly event. A great Halloween event for kids of all ages.
Fall Harvest Orchard is a family friendly Apple Orchard, Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze and so much more! Plenty of free fun for the whole family!
Summerland Family Fun Park is a great summer activity offering something for everyone! Water slide, Go-Karts, Bumper Boats, Batting Cages and Mini Golf are all activities the entire family can enjoy! Located in Sauk Rapids, MN – close to St. Cloud it’s a must visit attraction!
Kayaking the Mississippi River is easy to do with a rental from Clear Waters Outfitting! Rent a single or tandem kayak and enjoy a day on the Mississippi River in Central Minnesota.
Marcus Theater Summer Film Series is the perfect cure for hot summer days. Every Sunday, Monday & Wednesday at 10:00 am during June, July & August, this film series is designed with children in mind! Click through to find out how to get FREE tickets!
Rotary Park & Wading Pool comes with a playground, tennis court, green space, basketball and sand pit. Hidden away in a neighborhood, this wading pool is the deepest one in Central Minnesota.
The Watab Creek Park & Wading Pool is a must visit destination in Sartell, MN. In addition to the inground wading pool, you’ll also find tennis courts, playground, baseball field, sand volleyball court, shelter rental walking trails and green space.
Located along the banks of the Mississippi River, the beautiful Wilson Regional Park located in St. Cloud, Minnesota has just about all you could want out of a park! At this city park, you’ll find a playground, shelter, grills, picnic areas, dog park, boating ramp, fishing, volleyball, tennis, baseball, basketball and more!
Hester Park in St. Cloud, Minnesota offers a wading pool, playground, sledding hills, basketball court, tennis court, fishing and 4th of July festivities! Located along the Mississippi River and close to the hospital, Hester Park is a great place to walk the dog or enjoy a leisurely stroll. A great park for the whole family.
Whitney Center KinderGym is an indoor kids play option in St. Cloud, Minnesota. A full sized basketball court with a small bounce house, toys and balls all available for your child to play with. Play with the provided toys or bring your own! This is a great indoor play date option!
Lake George Municipal Complex offers a variety of amenities free to the public. The Lake George Indoor play area is ideally for children 0-6 years old and free to use! There are also meeting rooms, free Wi-Fi, couches, and a place to work or study.
Jack Splash Open Swim is one of Sartell, Minnesota’s greatest secrets! With a 90*F pool that reaches a depth between 3 – 4 feet, this is a great place to burn off some of that winter energy! Offered during the winter months, this place gets two thumbs up from us!
Ice Skating at Lake George in St. Cloud, MN is a fun winter activity perfect for all ages! Access to the lake is free as …
Rainbow Play Systems in St. Cloud, MN offers an indoor play option during the winter months! Trampoline, basketball hoop and multiple swing sets all inside will keep your kids busy for hours! When it comes to things to do in St. Cloud, MN, this place is a favorite family activity!
If you don’t have time to hit the gym and want great summer abs, try this Easy 10 Minute Ab Workout! You can do it anywhere! 10 different exercises for 1 minute each is all you need for perfect abs!
Home Depot Kids Workshops are free, fun and happen monthly! This step by step guide on all the questions you have will help you experience this fun event with your children. Come, build and learn at this free event in Minnesota.
Sledding in Central Minnesota is our favorite winter activity! You’ll find information on sledding in St. Cloud, MN, Sauk Rapids, MN, Sartell, MN and St. …
The Sartell Community Center offers a fun, indoor playground for kids all year round. This inside playground is perfect for toddlers and children of all ages! Free to use and available to rent for birthday parties!
Waffle It Resaturant in St. Cloud, MN makes for a great play date restaurant! Offering a fun play corner for kids with toys, this restaurant has it all. Well, except for one thing. This eat and play restaurant offers a unique collection of waffles that kids and adults go nuts for!
Winter means all things snowman! This Paper Plate Snowman Craft is easy and perfect little or big kids! A fun home school idea or Winter break craft, your kids will love how fun and easy these are to recreate!