Monday Morning Kids Series in Bloomington, MN

Start the week off with some music and dancing at Moir Park in Bloomington (104th Street West and Morgan Avenue South).  Every Monday morning at 10:30, join the fun with children’s bands from around the Twin Cities.  Bring a lunch, and have a picnic after the show.

Moir Park 

Summer Concert Series in Chanhassen, MN

Enjoy free concerts this summer in Chanhassen on Thursday nights.  There is a variety of music all summer long that will entertain your family.  There will be two Thursday day performances, June 28th Kid Power with Rachael and July 26th Wiggle, Jiggle, Jam, both at 11:30.

Chanhassen concerts

Outdoor Concerts for Kids in Eden Prairie, MN

A friend recommended Kidstock at Staring Lake Amphitheatre (14800 Pioneer Trail) in Eden Prairie.  Starting June 26th, you can enjoy family tunes every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30 until August 7th.  The summer will kick off with the Splatter Sisters on the 26th, and continue with songs from the Okee Dokee Brothers on July 3rd.  So pack a lunch and bring your dancing shoes to have some fun in the sun.

Staring Lake Amphitheatre

Meadow Park in Minnetonka, MN

I’m always looking for a new park to visit, and I came across this fabulous park on the way to my friend’s house.  Meadow Park is located in Minnetonka at 2725 Oakland Rd. It was pouring rain when I spotted it, so we decided to come back this morning.  Wow, we were in for a treat!  There are multiple structures for various skill level.  My toddler loved the castle structure, and if you had a group of kids playing, I’m sure they could be very imaginative in their play.  It’s a great climbing structure for a toddler.  But my toddler is a CLIMBER and loves to jump and go down slides, lets just say she has NO fear!  The larger structure is wonderful for the ambitious toddler and older kids because it has various slides, climbing areas, and it’s enclosed.  So if your little one ventures to the top you don’t have to worry because there are railings all around.  There is also a covered picnic area, bathrooms, tennis courts, walking paths, etc.  I highly recommend this park, so pack a lunch and go exploring!

Meadow Park

Concerts and Movies in Minneapolis

If you enjoy different venues for concerts and activities, then check out Minneapolis Parks this summer for free concerts and movies 7 nights a week.  This is a great opportunity to expose your family to the beautiful culture of Minneapolis while exploring the different parks.  Click on the link below to look at the schedule and to find music and movies that appeal to you.

Minneapolis concerts and movies

Family Fun Day at the Basilica July 8th

Is your family looking for something fun to do this summer?  Check out the Family Fun Day at The Basilica Sunday July 8th 10:30-3:00.  The headliner is Laurie Berkner with the Okee Dokee Brothers, which have a fun bluegrass family sound.  There will be fun activities throughout the day with crafts provided by Creative Kidstuff and a move and groove playground.  Check out the link below for more information.

Move and Grove Family Fest

Lunchtime Concerts in St. Louis Park, MN

Come dance and wiggle at the Creative Kidstuff outdoor free concerts at The Shops at West End in St. Louis Park.  Every Wednesday at 11:00 Creative Kidstuff is sponsoring family concerts.  Bring some chairs, blankets, and your lunch and have fun wiggling around to family tunes.  Then visit the Farmers Market afterwards, which had a few merchants this past Wednesday and will hopefully get more throughout the summer.  Click on the link to see the summer schedule.

Creative Kidstuff Lunchtime concert schedule

Outdoor Concerts in Edina, MN

Does your family love going to concerts?  Do you enjoy the outdoors?  Do you enjoy activities that are free?  Well, the Maetzold Amphitheater at Centennial Lakes Park in Edina (7499 France Ave. S.) is the place for you.  Listen to free outdoor concerts every Tuesday and Thursday during the summer at noon.  There is also evening concerts, movies in the park, an 18-hole putting course, and paddleboats.  Click on the link below for fun all summer long!

Centennial Lakes Park activities