Top Family-Friendly Events in Minneapolis & Bloomington This April 2025
Are you looking for exciting things to do in the Twin Cities this spring?
Minneapolis and Bloomington are bursting with family-friendly activities this April! From interactive museum experiences to outdoor adventures, we've compiled the ultimate list of kid-approved events that the whole family will love.
Crayola Experience at Mall of America | On-Going
Cost: Starting at $27.99 (kids under 2 are free)
Website: https://crayolaexperiencemn.com/
Bursting with more than 20 hands-on activities, this one-of-a-kind family attraction is where color, chemistry and technology combine to create a colorful adventure for a child's imagination. Name and wrap your own crayon, star in a coloring page, bring your art to life in 4-D and so much more! Perfect for a day of family fun.
Royal Canadian International Circus at Mall of America | April 10 - 20
Cost: Starting at $39.50 (kids under 3 are free)
Website: https://royalcanadiancircus.com/cities/bloomington
Experience the wonder of the Royal Canadian International Circus, where family fun meets spectacular entertainment, happening under the Big Top at Mall of America. This extraordinary show delivers a lineup of world-class performers guaranteed to mesmerize you—High-Flying Trapeze, Double Wheel of Destiny, Motorcycle Globe of Death, Rola Bola, Mongolian Teeter Board 20’ in the Air, Skipping Rope Magic, TZ Aerialists, Juggling, Comedy Acrobatics, Trampoline Acts and much more! The circus remains one of the top things to do with kids this season, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Treat your family to this magical experience at an affordable price with our 2-for-1 General Admission offer—just use code 'BIGTOP2025' when booking your family adventure!
Family Day: Sensational Sculptures at the Minneapolis Institute of Art | April 13
Cost: Free
Website: https://new.artsmia.org/event/family-day
Join this free monthly event perfect for families, kids, and the young at heart! April's theme, "Sensational Sculptures," features hands-on art activities where your little ones can unleash their creativity in Clay City with Now.Make.Art. Search the galleries for artwork made with unusual materials, create wearable art with artist Ivonne Yáñez, and enjoy special performances from Twin Cities Ballet and the Children's Theater Company.
Children's Theatre Company's Production of Frozen: The Broadway Musical | April 15 - June 15
Cost: Starting at $15.00 (kids under 3 are free)
Website: https://childrenstheatre.org/whats-on/frozen/
Disney's Frozen sweeps into Minnesota as Children's Theatre Company premieres its original production of the hit Broadway musical. Sing along with Elsa, Anna, and the whole cast in this magical adventure that's perfect for the whole family. With stunning visuals and memorable songs, this show is sure to melt even the chilliest hearts!
EGG-stravaganza at Lake Superior Zoo | April 19
Cost: Starting at $15.00 (kids under 2 are free)
Website: https://lszoo.org/eggstravaganza/
A springtime favorite just outside Bloomington! This egg-cellent event features bunny photo opportunities, egg hunts with prizes, coloring contests, games, food trucks, and spring-themed animal enrichment throughout the day. Don't miss the scheduled animal enrichment times: Laughing Kookaburras (9:30AM), Ring-tailed Lemurs (10:30AM), Coyotes (11:30AM), Brown Bears (12:30PM), Sand Cats (1:30PM), and Barnyard animals (2:30PM).