Family events in Eden Prairie, MN

The 19th annual Vettes for Vets car show takes place at Dan Patch American Legion SAL Post 643 and welcomes all cars and trucks. Look for trophies across seven divisions, event T-shirts available for purchase, great food, raffles, and a silent auction. Attendees are invited to support veterans with a gift of socks, and all donations benefit the Minneapolis Veterans Home. Spectators are free. Vehicle entry is $15 with pre-registration by mail and $20 on the day of the show. To pre-register, complete and sign the form on the event flyer and mail it with a check payable to Classic Corvettes of Minnesota. Program highlights include a flag ceremony, an awards ceremony, and a cruise to the Veterans Home. For questions, call AJ at (952) 210-6087. Be cautious of scammers who claim to sell tickets or process registration through direct messages, as there are no tickets and pre-registration is only accepted by mail using the event flyer.

A community-centered Disability Pride festival takes place in the parking lot at Arc's Value Village in Richfield. The event highlights businesses and organizations owned by people with disabilities and features food, performances, crafts, art installations, face painting, and more. Admission is free.

Enjoy a peaceful visit to WEE Farm with a guided stroll that introduces the resident animals. Say hello to horses Mac and Grizzly, see goats and pigs, meet a donkey, and spot other critters and pets along the way. Participants can help collect eggs, and the tour includes stories about the farm’s history. Advance tickets through the website are required for all attendees, and walk-ins cannot be accommodated.

Wayzata Parks and Trails hosts Sunday Music in the Park, a music series presented outdoors on the Great Lawn in front of the Hotel Landing.

This annual Summer Season Reveal Party unfolds both indoors and out on the lawn. Attendees can discover what is planned for Season 20, including upcoming shows and new classes, while enjoying live music, outdoor games with prizes, and creative art activities with chalk and bubbles. An ice cream truck will be on site, and a raffle offers a chance to win two complimentary Season 20 tickets.

Tonka United offers a full-day summer camp at Minnetonka Christian Academy for children born between 2012 and 2022. The program pairs a half-day of soccer instruction led by full-time professional coaches with a mix of sports, group games, and creative projects to keep participants active and engaged. New and experienced players are supported in a welcoming setting that helps build skills and confidence. The focus is on movement, friendship, and having fun, and campers can attend with friends or meet new ones.

Discover the day-to-day work of veterinarians on a real working farm. Try activities that highlight common medical tools and equipment, study x-rays, examine basic anatomy, and build simple models. The camp also explores household pets, barnyard animals, and backyard critters, with more to discover.

Open to all ages and free to attend, this event takes place at Donaldson Park.

Step into a classroom transformed into a high stakes escape experience, where teams take on imaginative scenarios like a seized airplane, a subterranean cavern, or a locked playroom without ever leaving the room. With creativity, teamwork, and hands-on engineering, participants build rockets from straws, parachutes, catapults, and working flashlights, then program robots to crack clues and race against time. Day by day, the group digs into how great escape games are built and designs bold challenges of their own. By the end, teams trade and tackle one another’s original rooms filled with tricky traps, surprise twists, and brain-teasing puzzles. It blends adventurous problem solving with practical engineering in one engaging experience.

A free concert in the park offers a relaxed outdoor setting with a variety of musical styles, and attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs or blankets for comfort. Will Hale & the Tadpole Parade lead an interactive kids concert where children become the stars by clapping, dancing, and singing along. The show features lively participation, plenty of excitement, and moments of learning, with music that blends drums, guitar, mandolin, and harmonica, plus playful air‑guitar fun with the crowd. Will Hale has performed for thousands of children each year as a full‑time kids musician since 1990, focusing on hands‑on engagement that helps build practical life skills. His family‑friendly performances appear in settings such as preschools and elementary schools, parks and recreation programs, concert series, festivals, community events, libraries, and private parties.

The Minnetonka Farmers Market features locally made foods, farm-fresh goods, and artisan crafts. Each week includes live music, community booths, and free activities for children. The market takes place at The Marsh. Additional details and vendor information are available on the market webpage.

Celebrate summer at the Farm at the Arb with live music and chef-made pizzas baked in outdoor ovens. The Arboretum’s Chef Beth Fisher prepares pre-ordered pizzas topped with fresh vegetables, greens, and herbs from the farm while guests relax on the lawn, enjoy the music, and play yard games. Bring a blanket or chairs for comfortable seating on the grass. A pop-up bar will offer soda and other beverages for purchase.

This outdoor music event takes place at Minnetonka City Hall Park and offers a relaxed open air atmosphere for listening and unwinding.

Enjoy a free outdoor concert at the Richfield Bandshell featuring Frankie Torres, a Minnetonka native whose music draws from blues, rock, and pop. Rooted in classic rock and the blues, she began performing in bars at age 8, has appeared at venues including Summerfest in Milwaukee and Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado, and competed on Season 26 of NBC’s The Voice in 2024. She is known for dynamic cover performances and has been releasing original songs since 2020, available on streaming platforms. Settle in on the lawn with a blanket or lawn chairs and grab a bite from the California Dip & Eat food truck, serving American Tex Mex favorites like street, walking, and birria tacos, plus quesadillas and nachos.

St. Andrew’s Summer Wednesdays, formerly called Summer Socials, bring together great food, community, and entertainment for all ages. This installment spotlights Ragamala Dance, an internationally acclaimed Minneapolis-based company known for storytelling through the classical Indian form Bharatanatyam. Dinner is available for a free-will offering before the program, followed by the featured performance. Expect a welcoming, relaxed setting that celebrates connection, laughter, and shared experiences.

Victoria Burrow hosts a traditional bingo gathering presented by Holy Family Catholic High School. Cards cost $2, prizes are available, and the vibe is casual and family friendly. Enjoy food and drinks while you play.

Live music fills the Historic Wayzata Depot as Sugar Buzz performs as part of Wayzata’s Music by the Lake, supporting the Wayzata Rotary Charitable Foundation. Concessions will be available, including brats, beer, wine, and other treats. The setting welcomes locals, students, families, and residents to unwind with a mix of fresh sounds alongside returning Wayzata favorites. Sponsorship opportunities are offered, with net proceeds benefiting the Wayzata Rotary Charitable Foundation, a 501c3 that directs funds back into the community through grant distributions. West Star Electric is recognized as a Terrific 12 Sponsor.

A hands-on service experience at Feed My Starving Children in Chanhassen focuses on packing meals across two work sessions with a lunch break in between. This mission trip welcomes the broader community, is recommended for participants from third grade through adults, and offers roles suitable for many activity levels. Round trip transportation by motor coach is available from the St. Paul’s Church parking lot, with room for up to 56 passengers. Those who prefer to drive themselves are asked to inform the organizers so session registration can be arranged. Participation is open to all and does not require membership at St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Complimentary food is available for families with limited income or anyone facing a time of crisis. Register at the front entrance, then you will receive a scheduled turn for your household to proceed through the indoor distribution. While you wait, you may stay in your vehicle or wait outside until it is your turn. Please bring your own sturdy boxes or laundry baskets for carrying items. Staff will be on hand to help load food into your vehicle.

Explore Together is a casual summer pop-up series that brings neighbors together in Victoria’s parks for games, activities, and time outdoors. This installment at Lakebridge Park offers an evening of park activities and community connection. Community members can chat with City staff about upcoming programs, development, and transportation impacts while enjoying relaxed, outdoor fun.

Skaters of any age can roll at the Recreation Outdoor Center, whether just starting out or confident on wheels. Enjoy lively music, some healthy movement, and a friendly community vibe on the rink. Concessions will be for sale.

Preschoolers ages 1 to 5 can enjoy an open gym at Classic Gymnastics in Savage that lasts two hours. This supervised setting is designed with safety in mind so children can climb, explore, and practice early gymnastics skills at a comfortable pace alongside other kids. A parent or caregiver must participate with each child.

Children ages 5 to 12 can team up with friends to tackle a muddy obstacle course at Lakefront Park. Advance registration is required. Participants select a session and may run the course repeatedly during their allotted window. Wear clothing and shoes that can get wet and muddy, and bring a towel along with a plastic bag for messy gear. Do not forget a water bottle and sunscreen. Food vendors will be on site offering concessions.

Prior Lake Dental Dash brings the community together for a feel-good blend of fitness, family fun, and charitable impact. The event features a 5K Run/Walk and the Tooth Trot Kids Fun Run, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities, whether aiming for a personal best, enjoying a leisurely stroll, or cheering on young runners. The 5K follows a fresh, scenic route that starts and finishes near Prior Lake Dental and winds through the surrounding community on newly added trails and residential streets. The course is clearly marked with mile indicators, supported by friendly volunteers and course guides, and includes a midway hydration stop. A lively finish line celebration caps off the experience. Registered 5K participants receive an official race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and professional timing with a custom race bib. The Tooth Trot covers a fun quarter mile for ages 2 to 12, giving kids an upbeat, supportive taste of race day along with their own shirt and medal. The event supports Spot’s Last Stop Canine Rescue, helping provide medical care and vaccinations, safe foster homes, rescue and transport services, and adoption opportunities for dogs in need. Every mile helps, one paw at a time. A festive post race atmosphere includes food trucks and refreshments, music and entertainment, sponsor booths with giveaways, family friendly activities, awards, raffle prizes, and plenty of cheers at the finish. Early registrants are guaranteed the official shirt and finisher medal and enjoy faster check in and the best pricing before registration increases. Same day registration is available at packet pickup on race morning, although shirts and medals are not guaranteed for those who sign up then.

The Barbie Truck brings the Original Icon Tour to Ridgedale Center, offering limited merchandise available only on this tour. Look for the truck set up near The Cheesecake Factory and explore exclusive finds celebrating the brand’s signature style.

Discover nature through guided Discovery Booths that explore pollinators, urban trees, ecosystems, and everyday plant uses. Open to all ages, the booths change themes and locations with the seasons, encouraging fresh learning each time. Entry is included with general daily admission. Members and visitors ages 15 and younger are free, and non-members ages 16 and older are $20 to $25. Reserve tickets in advance to guarantee admission. When you arrive, look for the board by the Visitor Center entrance to find the exact booth locations. These experiences are designed to spark curiosity and deepen appreciation for the natural world at the Arboretum and beyond.

Celebrate Minnesota’s growing season at the Farm at the Arb with Harvest Days, featuring hands-on, drop-in activities for all ages that spotlight a different crop each week, with chances to learn and even help harvest. The series highlights vegetables, honey with pollinator-friendly flowers, a Kernza day in partnership with Forever Green, potatoes, and corn. Entry is covered by daily admission. Members and visitors 15 and under are admitted free, and non-members 16 and older pay between $20 and $25. To secure a spot, reserve tickets ahead of time.

At Simply Ride, a family-friendly showcase of cars and motorcycles raises funds for Invisible Wounds, an organization that supports veterans, first responders, and their families. Expect eye-catching vehicles on display, lunch included with admission, and giveaways worth hundreds of dollars. Children attend at no cost. General admission is a $20 donation to Invisible Wounds and includes event entry and lunch. Vehicle owners can register to be part of the show. The $20 participant fee is donated to Invisible Wounds and includes show entry, lunch, a giveaway entry, and a chance to win show prizes. Attendees can cast votes during the event.

Rock & Motos marks the fourth anniversary of LAMA Twin Cities MN with a free car show featuring 14 trophies. Vehicle contests highlight standout classic cars and trucks, top sound systems, custom motorcycles, lowered trucks, and an overall best of show. LAMA awards recognize the chapter with the largest turnout, the longest-distance female and male riders, and the chapter that traveled the farthest. A Most Rocker Outfit contest grants first, second, and third place. Added perks include raffles for gift baskets, tequila pressure shots, and a motorcycle raffle with entry tickets. The first 100 attendees receive complimentary commemorative LAMA Twin Cities MN T-shirts.