Field Trip Adventures

The Ordway Presents
2026-02-24 19:30 - 2026-03-01 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Ordway Music Theater, 345 Washington Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102
Kimberly Akimbo

The most Tony Award-winning show of its season

The 2023 Tony-winner for Best Musical, based on David Lindsay-Abaire’s play of the same title, revolves around a teenage girl named Kimberly Levaco, who suffers from a condition that rapidly accelerates the aging process. Before she has had a chance to venture forth into the world as an adult, she finds herself turning into an old woman. Her story, unfolding like a dark fairy tale, is as whimsical as it is piercing. Yet the effect is powerfully life-affirming in the way it reminds audiences of the preciousness of the time we have at hand. Full of quirky humor and social satire on grownup immaturity, the musical features a score by Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home) and David Lindsay-Abaire (Shrek) that will leave you both grinning and deeply touched.

Hilarious and heartbreaking… Wise, original, moving.— The Washington Post

The most critically-acclaimed show of its season, Kimberly Akimbo also features choreography by Danny Mefford (Dear Evan Hansen) and direction by Tony-nominated director Jessica Stone (Water for Elephants). In this “howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show” (The New Yorker), Kim is determined to find happiness against all odds and embark on a great adventure.

A revelation. A perfect night of theater.— Time Magazine

Content considerations

Ages 13+ (some strong language, crude humor, references to alcohol use, and authentic New Jersey vernacular)

Camp Fire School Break Day Camp – Inventor’s Playground
2026-02-26 09:00 - 16:00 | Camp Fire Minnesota, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, Minnesota, 55331
Let your creativity shine! Become a Maker at Camp Fire. Campers will design their own cardboard invention, build with edible ingredients, and add to our camp-wide sculpture.

Mess Hall Arts - Adult Fluid Pour Class
2026-02-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Mess Hall Arts, 906 Mainstreet, Hopkins, Minnesota, 55343
Our Messy Adult Class is 21+ only event where we offer different theme nights and techniques for you to try without kids! Bring your partner, best friend or your mom.

Check out calendar for Theme Nights and Special Events!

Please dress appropriately for mess! Some paint used is not washable!

School Break Day Camp – Animal Planet
2026-02-27 08:00 - 16:30 | Camp Fire Minnesota, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, Minnesota, 55331
Answer the call of the wild and learn all about animals, including the ones that call our camp home!

Grades: K-6

What to bring: Change of clothing, weather-appropriate outerwear & indoor footwear, water bottle, and nut-free lunch and snacks.

If your camper will need to take medication while at camp, please bring a completed Request to Administer Medication at Camp form (blank forms will also be available at camp).

Check-in: 8:30-9 a.m.

Check-out: 4-4:30 p.m.

SKYWAY 5K
2026-02-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Union Depot, 214 4th Street East, St Paul, Minnesota, 55101, United States
Run Where No One Has Run Before (Literally. They don’t let people do this.) This is a first-of-its-kind race allowed inside the legendary St. Paul Skyway System, a climate-controlled maze where running is as welcomed as singing karaoke in a library. But for one glorious day, you can wind through corridors, sprint above city streets and cruise past familiar landmarks from a whole new perspective – all without worrying about weather, traffic, or pot holes. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just someone who wants to be part of something no one else has done, this is your chance to make history in the most unexpected running venue in the city. Spots are limited and capped for this race.  Be one of the first to run the Skyway 5K!

Takin’ It to the Limit: An Eagles Tribute at Sheldon Theatre
2026-02-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd St, Red Wing, Minnesota, 55066
Relive the timeless hits like “Take It Easy,” “Life in the Fast Lane,” “Desperado,” and more, performed by an all-star band delivering The Eagles’ greatest classics. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of legendary music!

Hatch Day Party
2026-02-28 14:00 - 16:00 | ​The Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St. NE, Austin, Minnesota, 55912
Saturday, February 28; 2:00 – 4:00 pmFree Open House; Interpretive Center

We’re celebrating our Great Horned Owl, Cedar, and our Red Tailed Hawk, Sha with an annual “hatch day” birthday party! Join us at the Interpretive Center on Saturday, February 28th from 2pm-4pm for cake, an egg hunt, and a fun craft. Come on down to celebrate with us and our amazing Ambassador Raptors!

Bill Blagg and the Science of Magic
2026-03-05 10:00 - 13:30 | Ordway Music Theater, 345 Washington Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102
For centuries, magicians have used scientific principles to make people levitate in mid-air and vanish in the blink of an eye. In The Science of Magic, illusionist Bill Blagg takes students on a rare, never-before-seen journey “behind the scenes” of the magic world.

In this highly interactive show, students will use the scientific method to levitate one of their teachers in mid-air and even learn how the science of reflection can make their homework magically disappear! In addition, Bill performs some of his mind-blowing, grand-scale illusions with a scientific twist. Students will watch in amazement as science creates magic right before their very eyes.

Discover firsthand how magicians use science to create the impossible!

10am & 12:15pm

Open Nordic Jam
2026-03-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-02 18:00 - 20:00 | American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55407
Have you ever wanted to play music in the historic Turnblad Mansion? Now’s your chance! Bring your nyckelharpa, hardingfele, fiddle, or any acoustic instrument to ASI’s Open Nordic Jam. This jam is open to musicians of any level who want to learn and play Nordic folk. Bring your friends or plan to make new ones here!

Minnesota has long been known for its rich music scenes—in part due to the many immigrant diasporas that have established themselves in the area. From Nisswa-stämman to the Nordic Roots festival, to the countless house jams across the state, Nordic folk music is an important part of Minnesota’s musical identity. Whether you’re a master fiddler or want to learn more about folk music, this monthly gathering is for you!

This jam is facilitated by ASI staff, but tunes are selected each time by musicians in the room. We will play standards and originals inspired by Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Danish, and Icelandic folk traditions. While many musicians may bring traditional instruments, all acoustic instrumentalists are welcome to participate. If you do not play an instrument, you can still attend if you respectfully observe and listen. Dancing is encouraged but not required—see you there!

No registration required, attendees must purchase museum admission. Free for performers.

This event is part of the Open Nordic Jam Series

Water Street Dance Milwaukee at Sheldon Theatre
2026-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd St, Red Wing, Minnesota, 55066
This captivating performance was so well received, we’ve brought them back! Their high-caliber artistry and diverse technical training will have you in awe.

The Kings of Queen at Sheldon Theatre
2026-03-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd St, Red Wing, Minnesota, 55066
Lead vocalist Emo Alaeddin brings Queen to life with his unmatched voice, dynamic stage presence, and striking resemblance to Freddie Mercury. Known for changing costumes up to four times a show, he fully captures the spirit of a live Queen performance. Emo and his band are among the few elite Queen tribute acts.

American Voices - Austin Symphony
2026-03-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Austin High School, 401 3rd Ave NW, Austin, Minnesota, 55912
This concert continues the Year of the Piano and begins the ASO’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Osip Nikiforov, a rising star in the piano world, will perform American composer Florence Price’s Piano Concerto. The ASO will also perform music by American Margaret Bonds and British composer Ethyl Smith. The winner of numerous awards, Nikiforov has been called “A musically gifted pianist with intelligence and great technique.”

Florence Price: Piano ConcertoEthyl Smyth: The Wrecker’s OvertureMargaret Bonds: The Montgomery Variations

Mess Hall Arts - Get Lucky Painting
2026-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Mess Hall Arts, 906 Mainstreet, Hopkins, Minnesota, 55343

Dancing Wheels Company
2026-03-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Historic Paramount Theatre, 125 4th Ave NE, Austin, Minnesota, 55912, United States
If dance is an expression of the human spirit, then it is best expressed by people of all abilities. That is the fundamental belief behind the Dancing Wheels Company & School. Considered one of the premier arts and disabilities organizations in the U.S., Dancing Wheels is a professional, physically integrated dance company uniting the talents of dancers both with and without disabilities. Mary Verdi-Fletcher, the first professional wheelchair dancer in the U.S., founded the Dancing Wheels Company in Cleveland in 1980. Born with spina bifida, Mary wanted to offer others with disabilities full and equal access into the world of dance. An almost unimaginable concept at the time, Mary’s vision and passion have since helped to revolutionize our very notion of dance – as well as what defines a dancer. Dancing Wheels travels the globe advocating disability awareness and entertaining 30,000-50,000 people each year. With a repertory of over 100 works from nationally-esteemed choreographers and a message of inclusion and accessibility, the Company continually expands the reach of artistic possibilities while celebrating the universal spirit of dance.

Kickin’ It Irish at Sheldon Theatre
2026-03-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd St, Red Wing, Minnesota, 55066
This high-energy celebration of music and dance has deep roots in tradition. You’ll see world-class dancers — regional, national, and world championship competitors — backed by an elite international band. This is the next generation of Riverdance: bold, passionate, and unforgettable.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN
2026-03-17 13:00 - 2026-03-18 15:00 | Sidekick Theatre, 11411 Masonic Home Drive, Bloomington, Minnesota, 55437
Three Decades of Classic Country Music

Tuesday, March 17 @ 1pm – Sold OutWednesday, March 18 @ 1pm – Sold Out

ON THE ROAD AGAIN returns to the Sidekick stage with another memorable concert filled with your favorite country music from decades past. Get ready for some fantastic fiddling and even more lush harmonies!

Featuring the music of Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings, this is one Sidekick concert you won’t want to miss!

Matinees @ 1pm:Individual Tkt: $34Individual Lunch & Show: $60 (Lunch at 11:30am / By reservation only)Group Tkt for 10+: $29Group Lunch & Show for 10+: $53 (Lunch at 11:30am / By reservation only)Click Here For Meal Menus(All Theatre Seating is General Admission)

The Ordway Presents Mrs. Doubtfire
2026-03-17 19:30 - 2026-03-22 21:30 | Ordway Music Theater, 345 Washington Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102
Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Saint Paul in this internationally acclaimed hit musical critics call “wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny” (Manchester Evening News) and “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter).

Based on the beloved film, Mrs. Doubtfire tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. It’s “the lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now,” raves the Chicago Tribune—one that proves we’re better together.

Camp Fire School Break Day Camp – Seeds of Spring
2026-03-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Camp Fire Minnesota, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, Minnesota, 55331
Spring is here! Learn about pollinators, seed dispersal, and enjoy watching Camp Fire wake up with the warmer weather.

The Music of Patsy Cline – Joyann Parker
2026-03-20 19:30 - 21:30 | Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd St, Red Wing, Minnesota, 55066
Step back in time with The Music of Patsy Cline, as acclaimed vocalist Joyann Parker brings the country legend to life with heart, style, and unforgettable songs like “Crazy” and “Walking After Midnight.” Backed by a top-notch band and vintage flair, it’s a must-see celebration of Patsy’s timeless music.

Maple Syrup Classes
2026-03-21 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-03-28 13:30 - 15:00 | ​The Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St. NE, Austin, Minnesota, 55912
Session 1: Saturday, March 21; 1:30 – 3:00 pm [Register]Session 2: Saturday, March 28; 1:30 – 3:00 pm [Register]*Registration opens at 9:00 am online on Tuesday, February 9.Cost: Adults: $10 Kids: $4 – kids 3 and under are free and do not need to be registered.*Friends members receive this class for free, you MUST register online still. If you did not receive the discount code, please call the Nature Center.

From Tree to Table: Discover the sweet tradition of maple syrup making at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center! Participants will learn the full process of making maple syrup—from identifying and tapping maple trees to collecting sap and watching how it’s boiled down into syrup. You’ll get hands-on experience collecting sap and gain an understanding of the history and science behind this natural treat.

Messy Adults Class - Adult Fluid Pour Class
2026-03-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Mess Hall Arts, 906 Mainstreet, Hopkins, Minnesota, 55343

Spring Boutique at Big Rock Creek 2026
2026-03-27 09:00 - 2026-03-28 17:00 | Big Rock Creek, 1674 State Highway 87, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, 54024
Celebrate the arrival of spring at the 5th Annual Spring Boutique at Big Rock Creek! This exciting event is packed with fun activities, unique experiences, and opportunities for the whole family to create lasting memories.

Syncopated Ladies Live!
2026-03-27 10:30 - 12:00 | Ordway Music Theater, 345 Washington Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102
Syncopated Ladies Live! is the first tap dance show of its kind in a generation. With their fierce footwork and energetic style, the Syncopated Ladies are making history as a high-impact all-female tap ensemble created by Emmy Awards-nominated tap dancer and choreographer Chloe Arnold, protégé of Debbie Allen. Weaving a wide variety of music with their own inspiring stories, the electrifying experience encourages young audiences to face challenges with courage.

Intricate footwork, life renewing energy, and a diverse cast showcase joy, empowerment, and the pursuit of dreams. More than entertainment, the show offers insights into tap history while inspiring the next generation and proving that with perseverance and unity, any dream is attainable.

Church of Cash at Sheldon Theatre
2026-03-27 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Sheldon Theatre, 443 West 3rd St, Red Wing, Minnesota, 55066
Experience high-energy, authentic performances of Johnny Cash’s greatest hits. Led by Minnesota’s Jay Ernest, this unforgettable tribute is a must-see for fans of the Man in Black!

Big Air 1-Year Birthday Event
2026-03-29 12:00 - 21:00 | Big Air Burnsville, 14290 Plymouth Ave, Burnsville, Minnesota, 55337
Big Air Turns 1! Join us March 29 for free pizza, giveaways, challenges, meet Astro, and a FREE 1-month membership for the first 25 full-paid jumpers to sign in.

Each jumper that day will get 1 FREE slice of cheese pizza! We will be serving these free slices from 12PM-2PM and 4PM-6PM.

There will be multiple random giveaways for all jumpers throughout the day. You could be the winner of something BIG!

Compete in several team challenges hosted throughout the event to win even BIGGER!

Meet Astro as he appears throughout the event for photos and fun.

Gloria! Vivaldi's Four Seasons
2026-03-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Ordway Concert Hall, 345 Washington St, St Paul, Minnesota, 55102, United States
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and the lesser-known Gloria RV 588 offer a captivating journey through the creative mind of the famous Red Priest. An exciting concert where sparks fly. Violinist Alan Choo dazzles with electrifying brilliance, joined by the luminous voices of the women’s choir of the Bach Society.

Two-time JUNO Award winning conductor, composer, recorder, and flute soloist Matthias Maute has achieved an international reputation. In 2016 he was named artistic director of the Bach Society of Minnesota and in 2019 of the professional choir Ensemble vocal Arts-Québec. The New York Times described the orchestra he conducts in Montreal, Ensemble Caprice, as “an ensemble that encourages the listener to rehear the world.” Maute’s recording of Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos juxtaposed with his own arrangements of Preludes from Shostakovich’s Op. 87 was hailed by The New Yorker as standing out “for its fleet, characterful approach” and “its fresh, vibrant colors”. Maute’s compositions are published by Breitkopf & Härtel, Amadeus, Moeck and Carus. He has made some twenty recordings on the Analekta, Vanguard Classics, Bella Musica, Dorian, Bridge and ATMA Classique labels.

Violinist Alan Choo, praised by The Straits Times as “an intoxicating brew of poetry and dare-devilry,” is an acclaimed soloist, chamber musician, and historical performance specialist. He is Concertmaster and Assistant Artistic Director of Apollo’s Fire, and Founder and Artistic Director of Red Dot Baroque, Singapore’s first professional period ensemble. He has performed as a soloist with ensembles including the FVG Orchestra (Italy), St. Petersburg Symphony, and Singapore Symphony, and has appeared at major festivals such as Tanglewood and Ravinia.

A recipient of multiple awards including the Early Music Award from Peabody Conservatory, Alan holds a Doctorate in Historical Performance from Case Western Reserve University. His debut solo album with Apollo’s Fire, featuring Biber’s Mystery Sonatas, was released on AVIE Records in 2024 and debuted at #2 on the Billboard Classical chart.

Founded in 1932, the Bach Society of Minnesota is one of North America’s oldest Bach ensembles. Renowned for historically informed performances on period instruments, the Society brings to life the music of Bach and beyond. Now in Artistic Director Matthias Maute’s 10th year, the organization continues to foster collaboration, excellence, and community through music that spans Bach and his contemporaries to innovative modern works.

Learn more at www.bachsocietymn.org

Camp Fire School Break Day Camp – Spring Break Adventure Week
2026-03-30 09:00 - 2026-04-03 16:00 | Camp Fire Minnesota, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, Minnesota, 55331
School is out and camp is in session! Join us at Camp Fire for all your favorite camp activities like archery, arts & crafts, adventure course, and more!
