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Top 5 Things To Do In South St. Paul With Kids Oct. 5-Oct. 11

What To Do In South St Paul - West St Paul - Mendota Heights - IGH This Weekend

By Mary Gerard October 5, 2023

Every Thursday, Macaroni KID South St. Paul shares our picks for five things to do with your kids in South St. Paul, MN over the coming week. 


Here are Macaroni KID South St. Paul's picks for the five things to do in South St. Paul - West St. Paul - Mendota Heights - Inver Grove Heights with kids this week. Click on the links for all the details!


1. On The Road Again

Attend the 35th Annual On the Road Again South St. Paul this Saturday on Southview Blvd in South St. Paul. The celebration will include crafts booths, community booths, a car show, inflatables, Neighbors, Inc Duck Race, music, pickle contest, and a BOOYA! Oct. 7

2. Girls Explore Science – Autumn Assortment

Visit the prairie and marvel at the diversity of plant and animal life it supports. Model fire activity in different forest types and learn why fire suppression might not be the answer to managing a healthy forest ecosystem. Try your hand at applied physics by giving archery a shot. Visit Dodge’s program animals to learn about reptile and amphibian biology. Celebrate spooky season by learning about one of the most iconic groups of nocturnal animals. Make new friends, find new interests, and enjoy some time outside in this fantastic fall series! Registration is required. Oct. 11

3. Cookin' at Children's Theatre Company

Check out the latest show at the CTC! This energetic production about a cooking competition combines food prep and cooking with martial arts.  Various Show Times All Weekend

4.  Storytime for 2s-6s

Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.Oct. 10

5. Playdate at Highland Park Library

Play and make new friends at Playdate @ Highland Park Library! The Children's Storytime Room will be open for extra playtime with toys, books, and music.Oct. 11

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