wood lake nature center bridge in the spring

Now that it’s officially spring, it’s time to shake off those winter blues and venture back outside. If you want to have the most fun in the sun, check out these best springtime activities in the Twin Cities.

1. The Minneapolis Home & Garden Show

Check out the latest home and garden trends to compare and buy at the Minneapolis Home & Garden Show! This year will feature special guests Jason Cameron of DIY Network’s Desperate Landscapes and Page Davis, host of TLC’s Trading Spaces.

As a special offer to you, we’ve partnered with the Minneapolis Home & Garden Show to offer you $4 off your tickets by using promo code “RTB.” 

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2. Wood Lake Nature Center

Explore the beauty of nature right here in the Twin Cities! Exploring the 150-acre natural area is the perfect springtime activity. The park features several wildlife viewing areas, a 100-seat amphitheater, a picnic ground, and three miles of trails and boardwalks. The trails wind through three different habitats: cattail marsh, mixed lowland forest, and restored prairie. 

3. Minnesota Zoo

The Minnesota Zoo is home to more than 5,300 animals. The 485-acre campus features miles of outdoor trails and the largest indoor interconnected zoo exhibits in the country! The Minnesota Zoo is springtime fun for young and old alike and is just a quick drive from Richfield.

Don’t miss this year’s Farm Babies exhibit, featuring cute little baby critters from all over the farm. Kids will love seeing baby chicks, piglets, lambs, calves, goat kids and bunnies up close!

4. Wheel Fun Rentals

Mini golf, biking, ice-cream, oh my! There’s something for everyone at Richfield’s Wheel Fun Rentals, conveniently located inside Veteran’s Memorial Park. Play a round at the 18-hole mini-golf course or bike around on a 4-wheel Surrey bike and then enjoy a tasty malt or snack from Malt-T-Melt.

Want even more springtime activity ideas? Check out our itineraries for full guides to fun in Richfield and the Twin Cities!


Richfield, Minnesota is your gateway to the Twin Cities. Stay in our hotels near MSP Airport and hotels near Mall of America. Richfield is only minutes away from everything Minneapolis and St. Paul have to offer.