Summer is officially in full swing: the sun is shining, the birds are chirping and the kids are getting restless. Looking for some fun family activities this summer? Richfield has a full line-up of free, kid-friendly events that are sure to chase away the boredom.  

July 11: Teddy Bear Band

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Sing, clap and play with the Teddy Bear Band, Minnesota’s premier childrens entertainers for 30 years and counting! With a strong background in early childhood and development and a focus on FUN, the Teddy Bear Band engages all ages with their energetic songs.

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July 18: Bob & the Beachcombers

If you’re looking for rock & roll beach party summertime fun, you’ve come to the right place – presenting the Midwest’s only official rock & roll beach party band, Bob & the Beachcombers. This all-ages family fun show features the super surfing hits of the sixties, some of the classic rock & roll of the 50’s, along with popular favorites from the 70’s and the 80’s, as well. But it’s not just the music – it’s so much more.

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July 25: MN Zoo Zoomobile

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The Minnesota Zoomobile and its team of trained naturalists travel to schools and community events throughout the state of Minnesota and beyond, providing an educational and entertaining environmental experience to a variety of audiences. Zoomobile Naturalists use live animals, biological artifacts, theater techniques, story telling, and audience participation to create a dynamic, personal, and fun program for all ages. The goal of all Zoomobile programs is to create and establish a sense of stewardship and respect for the diversity and complexity of all life on earth. To accomplish this goal, the Zoomobile naturalists provide a foundation of information and knowledge for their audiences as they capture imaginations and stimulate curiosities about the natural world.

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August 1: Read-A-Story Theater

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Kids will love this high-energy event. The Read-A-Story Theater group hosts story time like you’ve never seen it before! This interactive event puts kids in the heart of the story.

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For even more kid-friendly events, check out Wood Lake Nature Center or the nearby Mall of America and Nickelodeon Universe.

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