- TripBuzz found 42 things to do with kids in or near Elk River, Minnesota, including 35 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monticello, Andover, Maple Grove and Wayzata.
- From Wild Woods Water Park to Rivers Edge Commons Park, the Elk River area offers 80 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Water Parks, Movie Theaters and Farms & Ranches.
- Nestled between the Elk and Mississippi Rivers, Elk River, Minnesota is located less than 40 miles north of Minneapolis and the state's capital, Saint Paul. A part of Sherburne County, Elk River is approximately forty square miles with a population over 20,000. This city is speckled with forests and hills, as well as modern amenities. This city has a small town feel with a big city perspective.
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An award winning bowling and entertainment center in Excelsior, Country Club Lanes is open 7 days a week. Frequent bowlers can also participate in leagues, and on special nights guests can enjoy glow bowling,
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Located between Mississippi and University aves. and 10th Ave. and Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN
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The University of Minnesota offers four coordinate campuses across the state. As one of the nation’s large schools, it features 250 student exchange programs, various degrees up to a doctoral level and multiple sports teams.
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Flyaways Gold Gymnastics is a gymnastics training center that provides instruction to children of all ages including off-season training for high school students. They also offer a tumbling class for dancers and cheerleaders.
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The Mariucci Arena is located on the campus of the University of Minnesota. This arena has been host to numerous NCAA events and features an Olympic-sized ice sheet, LED scoreboards, 18 luxury suites and has the ability to seat 10,000 fans.
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Located on the University of Minnesota, the Williams Arena is home to the Golden Gopher’s women’s and men’s basketball team. This state-of-the-art facility is designed with a raised floor, arched roof and an attached ice arena.
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Shady Oak Beach is a white sand beach stretching about 76 feet. Attractions include two sand play areas, a sand volleyball court, picnic shelters, canoe rentals, public restrooms, and fishing areas.
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TCF Bank Stadium is an outdoor “horseshoe” style sports arena that is located on the University of Minnesota. Opened in 2009, this is the home field of the Minnesota Golden Gophers of the Big Ten Conference.
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Locally owned and operated, Forest Lake 5 Theater is just a short drive from downtown. Here movie-goers can see the latest releases while also enjoying digital sound, high-back chairs and concessions with common theater treats like popcorn and soda.
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The American Swedish Institute was founded in 1929 by Swan J. Turnblad. The castle currently serves as a combination museum and historic home with a variety of exhibits and programs on Swedish culture.
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Visitors are able to view the historic Gibbs family farm house that is the basis of the Gibbs Farms Museum. The site also features a native prairie environment, a Dakota medicine garden, and pioneer crop gardens.