Twin Cities Event Calendar
There's plenty to do throughout the year - we hope this makes planning your stay a little easier.
Toddler Tuesdays at MOA
January 2, 2018
Rotunda at Mall of America
Join in the fun of Toddler Tuessdays at the Mall of America.
Imax Theater at MN Zoo
May 29, 2018
IMAX Theatre at Minnesota Zoo
Bigger is better. Largest movie screen south of the river! Check the website for up to date shows!
Valleyscare - "The Haunt at Valleyfair"
September 21, 2018 - October 28, 2108
Valleyfair Amusement Park
Halloween Haunt at ValleySCARE
Includes Haunt admission and Fright Lane to be used together for a great night of frights, fog, fun and scares. The Halloween Haunt at ValleySCARE is the most extreme Halloween event in the upper Midwest. At night, a world of terrifying mazes and shocking scare zones will bring your worst fears and phobias to life. Experience seven haunted attractions, spellbinding live entertainment and our signature thrill rides.
During the daytime on Saturdays, all ages will enjoy non-scary activities, attractions and a variety of family and children’s rides.
Sea Life Aquarium & Spring Event: Brave the Rainforest!
January 2, 2019
Inside Mall of America
Come face to fin with stunning sea turtles and discover 19 species of jaw-dropping sharks in our world famous 300 foot Ocean Tunnel! Touch real sea creatures, enjoy daily fish talks and explore 1.3 million gallons of fun at SEA LIFE! SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium provides fun for all ages, offering an interactive educational quiz trail, Behind-the-Scenes tours, hourly creature talks and friendly, knowledgeable staff. Coming Spring 2019 – Brave the Rainforest! Come face to fear with creepy cockroaches, hungry piranha, curious crocs and more at the new “Brave the Rainforest” adventure. This two-and-a-half-story adventure will challenge you to brave new animal encounters never before seen at the Aquarium.
MN Children's Museum
January 19, 2019 - May 19, 2019
10 West Seventh Street, St. Paul, MN 55102
Minnesota Children’s Museum and the creators of PBS 's Wild Kratts® joined forces to create Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®.
Visitors will explore 4 animal habitats: Tropical Rainforest, Antarctic, Australian Outback Desert, and Your Neighborhood. Learn about and try out various Creature Powers® such as: sneaking through the forest using the stealth of a jaguar, swinging through the trees like a spider monkey, and testing their hops against a kangaroo.
MN Zoo Farm Babies
March 22, 2019 - April 28, 2019
Minnesota Zoo
Gather up your little chicks and celebrate the sights and sounds of spring at the Wells Fargo Family Farm! You’ll coo at adorable piglets, lambs, goat kids, bunnies, chicks and calves.
All the cute happens daily, with special family activities each weekend.
Celebrate Moms
May 6, 2019
Twin Cities Premium Outlets
Spring has arrived and so has Mothers Day. Treat your mom to a shopping trip.
PAN-O-PROG Celebration
July 4, 2019 - July 14, 2019
Various Lakeville locations
PAN-O-PROG, Lakeville's week-long festival, began in 1967 as the "Panorama of Progress" to celebrate the success of this growing community. Over 60 celebrations, sports tournaments, special events, entertainment and activities take place the week of July 4. By the masses, residents line up to watch the grand parade, classic car parade and 4th july fireworks!
Street dances and concerts over the weekend in historic downtown Lakeville.
Summer Jam at Canterbury Park
July 18, 2019 - July 20, 2019
Canterbury Park
Rock, Pop, & Country Come Together for the 3-day Music Festival in our own Backyard! This multi-day, multi-genre music festival features arena-level headliners and exciting emerging acts. Line up includes Tim McGraw, Aerosmith, Pitbull, Rascal Flatts, REO Speedwagon, Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers and Chris Hawkey.
During the 3 day event, 12 bands will play on the main stage with several more local and national emerging bands performing on a second stage in the Canterbury Park infield.
Holiday Inn & Suites
20800 Kenrick Avenue
Lakeville, MN 55044
952-469-1134
1-800-HOLIDAY
Baymont Inn & Suites
17145 Kenyon Ave
Lakeville, MN 55044
952-892-5422
1-800-337-0550
Quality Inn of Lakeville
17605 Kenrick Avenue
Lakeville, MN 55044
952-898-3700
1-800-4CHOICE
Motel 6
11274 210th Street
Lakeville, MN 55044
(952) 469-1900
1-800-466-8356
Candlewood Suites
21060 Keswick Loop
Lakeville MN 55044
1-888-226-3539
612-808-5580
Hampton Inn
Opening
Fall 2019
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