Minneapolis Kids Events This Weekend February 7th - February 8th 2026

ART SHANTY PROJECTS - FINAL WEEKEND!FREE : This is the last chance to explore the incredible, interactive ice houses designed by local artists on frozen Lake Harriet! It's a vibrant, colorful village turned temporary art park perfect for family exploration.This is the final weekend for this unique winter art festival that transforms a frozen lake into an interactive playground.

📍Bdé Umán / Lake Harriet Parkway, Lake Harriet· 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM · All Ages (Interactive art for kids 3-14) · Free

WALKER ART CENTER FREE FIRST SATURDAY: LOVE LANGUAGEFREE : Enjoy free admission to the Walker Art Center all day! This special Saturday event features hands-on art making, viewing the new exhibit, and maybe even a kid-friendly film screening indoors.It’s a completely free day at a major Minneapolis art museum with guaranteed kid-focused activities.

📍Walker Art Center, Loring Park· 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM · All Ages (Family-friendly event) · Free

PUPPET STORYTIME AT HEART OF THE BEAST THEATREFREE : Chelly Beaver, the puppet librarian, hosts a fun puppet storytime during the first Saturday of the month. This is a charming, low-key way to kick off your Saturday morning!It's a delightful, free puppet show in a dedicated theatre space, perfect for sparking imagination in younger children.

📍Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre, South Minneapolis· 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM · Toddlers to Early Elementary (Best for younger end) · Free

INNERCITY TENNIS SUPER SATURDAYFREE : Bring the whole family to learn the basics of tennis from trained staff on the full 12-court facility! This is a great way to burn off some energy indoors.A rare, completely free opportunity to try a sport indoors at a professional facility for all skill levels.

📍InnerCity Tennis Center, South Minneapolis· 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM · All Ages (Tennis fundamentals) · Free

PRESS PLAY - MINNESOTA CENTER FOR BOOK ARTS OPEN HOUSEFREE : Check out the annual open house where attendees can try letterpress printing to create make-and-take prints. It's a cool, industrial art experience!Hands-on experience with letterpress printing offers a unique, non-traditional art activity that older kids often enjoy.

📍Minnesota Center for Book Arts, Northeast Minneapolis· 12:00 PM · 8-14 (Letterpress is great for older kids) · Free

MIA FAMILY DAY: REFLECTIONSFREE : Celebrate Black artists with hands-on art, storytelling, and even some breakdancing in the museum! February's theme is 'Reflections,' offering a cultural kick for the family.A free monthly event with specific cultural programming (Black artists, spoken word, breakdancing) that's highly engaging for diverse interests.

📍Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia), Lowry Hill East· 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM · All Ages (Art activities, demos, tours) · Free

MONSTER JAM STADIUM CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES EAST : Catch the massive Monster Jam trucks and world-champion drivers for an afternoon of roaring, screaming, and amazement! If your kids love big trucks, this is the ultimate event.It’s a high-energy, spectacular event featuring huge trucks that older kids and tweens will find super exciting.

📍U.S. Bank Stadium, Downtown Minneapolis· 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM · 6-14+ (Best for older kids/teens) · $30 – $200

HEARTFELT VALENTINE CRAFTS (FINAL DAY) : Stop by this Linden Hills craft shop for one of its final weekends and make a project from their winter craft menu—perfect for creating a unique Valentine's gift! This is a great chance for some focused indoor crafting.A last chance to visit this local craft shop while enjoying a dedicated, hands-on Valentine-themed project.

📍Heartfelt Crafts, South Minneapolis· 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM · 5-14 years (Crafting) · $7 - $30