Discovery STEM Camp at Base Camp
2025-06-09 09:00 - 2025-06-13 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Base Camp – TeamBuilding Center, 6201 Bloomington Rd, Bloomington, Minnesota, 55111
Discovery Day Camp is a week long program (5 days) that is open to all youth in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Each day will be filled with activities such as swimming, hiking, climbing, archery, STEM activities, outdoor skills, crafts, and more! All of the activities will be age appropriate and guided by our well trained and enthusiastic staff. With multiple sessions offered at a variety of locations you are sure to find something that will fit your busy schedule! Activities vary by location.

Sensory Friendly Saturday at the Bell Museum
2025-06-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W, St Paul, Minnesota, 55113
This monthly series provides a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals, families, and children who have sensory sensitivities. Anyone who can benefit from this environment is welcome to attend this event.

Experience our Minnesota Journeys gallery, temporary exhibits, the Touch & See Lab, and a brief planetarium show at 8:45 am—all with lowered lighting, quieter sounds, and fewer visitors.

This is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is included in the cost of regular admission.

SHOOTING STAR TRAIL RIDE
2025-06-14 08:30 - 15:00 | Shooting Star Trail Scenic Byway, Austin, Minnesota
Pick your ride on the Shooting Star Trail (Austin MN to Adams MN). Event takes place on June 14th with sign in and pay on the day of the ride!

3 rides to choose from – ride as many times as you want!

NAMI Family Fun Day
2025-06-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Caponi Art Park, 1220 Diffley Rd, Eagan, Minnesota, 55123
Looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend time with your family this summer? Join NAMI Minnesota for a free Family Fun Day at Caponi Art Park on Saturday, June 14, from 10 AM to 1 PM in Eagan!

Families can enjoy a variety of interactive workshops and creative activities. Experience the energy of drumming, the mindfulness of rock stacking, and the relaxation of forest bathing. Engage in musical active listening, explore the unique process of mobile metal casting, and express creativity through Mandala Rocks and other hands-on art projects. A mental health scavenger hunt will offer a fun and engaging way to learn more about well-being.

Bring the whole family!

Solar Observing
2025-06-14 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-21 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-28 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W, St Paul, Minnesota, 55113
We’re taking advantage of the sunny summer weather and bringing our solar telescopes out each week this summer! Our expert staff will guide you through safe solar observing while teaching you about our closest star. Please note: solar observing will be canceled in case of clouds or rain.

Solar safety

Our telescope equipment utilizes safe Sun viewing methods; filtering the sunlight and projecting the sunlight.

Solar filters include white light filters that block 99.999 percent of incoming sunlight, safely allowing us to see any sunspots that might be visible.

H-alpha SolarMax II telescope filters out all the colors of sunlight except a specific red light (656nm) to allow us to see features such as solar prominences along the edge of the Sun.

Sunspotters use a different method to safely view the Sun. They utilize mirrors and lenses to project the Sun safely onto a screen (piece of paper). You can draw/trace your own Sun and sunspots to start your own solar data log.

Find additional solar observing dates at the Bell Museum

Solar observing

Solar Observing is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is included in the cost of regular admission.

Discovery Day Camp at Kiwanis
2025-06-16 09:00 - 2025-06-20 16:00, 2025-07-21 09:00 - 2025-07-25 16:00, 2025-07-28 09:00 - 2025-08-01 16:00 | Kiwanis Scout Camp, 15987 St Croix Trail N, Marine on the St Croix, Minnesota, 55047

Discovery Adventure Camp
2025-06-16 09:00 - 2025-06-20 16:00, 2025-07-14 09:00 - 2025-07-18 16:00 | Tomahawk Scout Camp, N1910 Scout Road, Birchwood, Wisconsin, 54817
Ready to discover your next camp Adventure? Join us for the next step of Discovery Camp for 6th – 8th graders. On Monday morning, campers will depart from the Twin Cities to head to Tomahawk for a four-night sleep-away camp experience.

At Camp Tomahawk, campers will get the chance to participate in activities such as swimming, archery, boating, rifles, hiking, and climbing, and so much more. Our enthusiastic and well-trained staff will guide you every step of the way, all you need to do is come ready to have some fun!

Summerset Theatre Presents HAIRSPRAY!
2025-06-19 00:00 - 2025-06-22 23:59, 2025-06-26 00:00 - 2025-06-29 23:59 | Summerset Theatre, 1900 8th Ave. NW, Austin, Minnesota, 55912
2 fabulous community theatre performances are set for the 2025 season at Riverland College in Austin MN.

Featured shows are Hairspray (June 19-29) and Clue on Stage (July 24-August 3).

Annual Judy Garland Festival
2025-06-19 09:00 - 2025-06-22 17:00 | The Judy Garland Museum, 2727 Pokegama Ave South, Grand Rapids, Minnesota, 55744
Join us for the Annual Judy Garland Festival in Grand Rapids, Minnesota! We’ll be celebrating the life & times of Judy Garland together June 19 – 22, 2025.

We do this every year to honor Judy’s June 10, 1922 birthday.

Summer Solstice Solar Observing
2025-06-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W, St Paul, Minnesota, 55113
It’s the longest day of the year, so the Bell is celebrating with solar telescopes! Join us in the Learning Landscape as we observe our closest star and learn why the amount of daylight we see changes throughout the year.

Solar Observing is an in-person event at the Bell Museum and is included in the cost of regular admission.

Solar safety

Our telescope equipment utilizes safe Sun viewing methods; filtering the sunlight and projecting the sunlight.

Solar filters include white light filters that block 99.999 percent of incoming sunlight, safely allowing us to see any sunspots that might be visible.

H-alpha SolarMax II telescope filters out all the colors of sunlight except a specific red light (656nm) to allow us to see features such as solar prominences along the edge of the Sun.

Sunspotters use a different method to safely view the Sun. They utilize mirrors and lenses to project the Sun safely onto a screen (piece of paper). You can draw/trace your own Sun and sunspots to start your own solar data log.

Find additional solar observing dates at the Bell Museum

Open Birding
2025-06-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W, St Paul, Minnesota, 55113
Note: Bell Museum admission is not included

All visitors can join the birding fun on the Bell Museum’s Learning Landscape! This drop-in guided experience welcomes all experience levels, especially those who are new to bird-watching! Binoculars are available and the group will remain on the flat, paved sidewalk just outside of the museum.

No registration is required for open birding; you can drop in any time during the session!

Native Art Market and Solstice Celebration
2025-06-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Caponi Art Park, 1220 Diffley Rd, Eagan, Minnesota, 55123
Join us in welcoming the summer season with an afternoon of art, culture, and community! Caponi Art Park’s Native Art Market & Summer Solstice Celebration will feature Native artists and makers, live performances, and engaging workshops for all ages. Admission is free, and all are welcome!

Poetry readings with Ailene Bass

Children’s storytelling with Travis Bush

A hands-on screen printing workshop with Courtney Cochran

Traditional song and drum performance with Kalpulli Yaocenoxtli

A native plant teaching with Fern Renville

Delicious local fare from a food truck

Educational Tours at The Hormel Institute
2025-06-23 09:00 - 14:30 | The Hormel Institute – University of Minnesota, 801 16th Ave NE, Austin, Minnesota, 55912
Educational Tours at The Hormel Institute

Calling all educators and youth organizations! Are you looking to explore STEM education? Join us at The Hormel Institute for an enriching journey through the fascinating world of biomedical research!

Pre-registration is required.

June 23, 2025 9:00 am – 10:30 amJune 23, 2025 11:00 am – 12:30 pmJune 23, 2025 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Educational Tours at The Hormel Institute - Days of STEM Discovery
2025-06-23 09:00 - 16:00 | The Hormel Institute – University of Minnesota, 801 16th Ave NE, Austin, Minnesota, 55912
You can participate in the following days of STEM discovery on: Monday, June 23, 2025 or Wednesday, November 19, 2025Pre-registration is required. Sign Up form is found on their website.What to ExpectGuided Tours: Explore The Hormel Institute with knowledgeable guides and learn about our groundbreaking research initiatives and rich history from over the past 80+ years.

Lab Tours: Dive deeper into the world of cancer research with guided visits to our labs led by esteemed researchers (available for students ages 12 and older, subject to researcher availability).

Career Panels: Discover the diverse range of careers in science through engaging discussions with our staff members (recommended for high school students and older, subject to researcher availability).

Hands-on Activities: Immerse yourself in interactive experiments and activities that bring science to life.

Witness Cutting-Edge Technology: See some of the cutting-edge equipment and technology used in research at The Hormel Institute, such as the powerful cryoEM Microscope.

To be in compliance with The Hormel Institute’s safety of minor policy, all groups must be accompanied by chaperones. The following ratios listed below must be followed during visits if not followed we may not be able to accommodate your group:

Ages 8 and under: 1 chaperone for every 8 studentsAges 9 to 14: 1 chaperone for every 10 studentsAges 15 and up: 1 chaperone for every 12 students

Discovery Day Camp at Phillippo
2025-06-23 09:00 - 2025-06-27 16:00, 2025-07-07 09:00 - 2025-07-11 16:00 | Phillippo Scout Camp, 30600 32nd Ave Way,, Cannon Falls, Minnesota, 55009

Wolf Ridge FREE Open House
2025-06-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center, 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, Minnesota, 55603
Explore what Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center has to offer on this fun filled day! Come join Wolf Ridge Staff at our Free Open House. With opportunities to climb the rock walls, try out the adventure ropes courses and explore the trails, it’s a fun day for the whole family! No advance registration required. Please sign in at the main office when you arrive.

10:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.

Campus Tours – Meet at the Administration Building

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Rock ClimbingAdventure RopesCanoe on Wolf LakeHike the trailsPicnic areas available

2 p.m.

Meet our education animals

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Stop by and shop our Gift Shop

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Visit the Organic Farm

American Craft Fest St. Paul 2025
2025-06-28 11:00 - 2025-06-29 15:00 | Union Depot, 214 4th St E, St Paul, 55101
Discover handmade goods and make-and-take activities from Aspire and makers across the region during American Craft Council’s annual American Craft Fest.​

Discovery Day Camp at Long Lake
2025-06-30 09:00 - 2025-07-04 16:00 | Tomahawk Scout Camp, N1910 Scout Road, Birchwood, Wisconsin, 54817
Discovery Day Camp at Long Lake in Birchwood, WI is a 5-day long program (Monday – Friday) that is open to all youth in Kindergarten through 6th grade. Each day will be filled with activities such as swimming, hiking, climbing, archery, STEM activities, outdoor skills, crafts, and more! All of the activities will be age appropriate and guided by our well trained and enthusiastic staff. This 5-day long camp is the perfect addition to your camper’s summer vacation!

Fractured Fairy Tales at Sheldon Theatre
2025-06-30 10:30 - 12:00 | Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd St, Red Wing, Minnesota, 55066
Girls rule, as this all-female cast puts classic stories through the contemporary wringer, and finds every laugh in these truly wacky tales. Stories include JACK AND THE BEANSTALK, THE FISHERMAN’S WIFE, and THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE, among others.

Great for kids K – 6!

General Admission

Robin Hood
2025-07-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Caponi Art Park, 1220 Diffley Rd, Eagan, Minnesota, 55123
One weekend only. A family friendly performance that hits a bull’s eye!

Join our band of underground heroes as they rally for those who cannot. In this lean, mean story of good vs. evil and compassion vs. greed, you’ll be delighted by live music, treacherous attacks, and clever quips. Don’t miss this show that’s sure to spark the imagination of kids and grown ups too.All performances are free and open to the public. Register to be notified about weather, parking etc.

Minnesota Unearthed
2025-07-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W, St Paul, Minnesota, 55113
Dig into Minnesota geology and celebrate ancient history through Indigenous perspectives! Throw an atlatl, learn how to make a canoe, and get to know local rocks as you chat with experts from the Minnesota Historical Society’s Jeffers Petroglyphs site and the Minnesota Geological Survey. Expect to leave with a strong foundation of Indigenous history and a head full of rocks – er, rock knowledge!

The Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Planetarium will have special showings of Living in Balance: Anishinaabe Star Knowledge, which highlights Anishinaabe stories of constellations and moons in relation to contemporary insights about environmental changes. Produced by Abrams Planetarium and Dr. Beth LaPensée; translated into the Western dialect of Anishinaabemowin by Winonah Ojanen (Aanakwadikwe) and Dennis Jones, narrated by Dennis Jones. *

Showtimes: 10:30 am & 1:30 pm
