Are you looking for a road trip to see some fall colors? Take a look at our map along some fun ideas along the way. 1. North Shore Lake Superior Foliage Route Hwy 61 or Hwy 1 Duluth to Grand Portage Get out of the car and take a short hike. Here you can catch a glimpse of waterfalls before they freeze. Chester Park, Tischer Creek Falls, Seven Bridges Road, Lester River,and Lincoln Park. … [Read more...] about Best Fall scenic drives for Minnesota Foliage Changing Colors
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Your Guide to Ski Swaps in the Twin Cities
Participating in Ski Swaps are one way to save big money on ski equipment. When you have kids that like to ski, buying used equipment is the best way to keep costs affordable. Kids outgrow everything. If you are like me, it's hard for me to invest in brand new equipment when I know it will be outgrown the following year. If you're new as skiing or just don't want to pay the expensive rental … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Ski Swaps in the Twin Cities
Recycle your Paint for FREE with PaintCare Program
As you start thinking about spring and summer remodeling products, remember to recycle your unused paint - for FREE or LOW-COST depending on how much. Minnesota is one of 9 states to participate in the PaintCare program. The program allows all Minnesota residents to recycle their used paint for FREE or LOW-COST. See the chart for fees in Minnesota. Minnesota Current fees. Note that the … [Read more...] about Recycle your Paint for FREE with PaintCare Program
Kids Eat Free and Cheap in the Twin Cities 2022
Want to take a break from cooking but want to save money?? Check out our list of places with deals for dining with kids in the Twin Cities. Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know so we can add it!! This used to be all about where kids eat free, but with all the places cutting back and scaling down, now its all about where kids can eat free and cheap! I still love a great deal on a meal … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Free and Cheap in the Twin Cities 2022
Hands on Clinics and DIY Workshops Hennepin and Dakota Counties
If you're ready to learn some valuable repair skills, Hennepin County offers Fix-it Clinics where you can get household items fixed for free by learning how to do it yourself. Residents bring in small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more and receive FREE guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot and fix their items. Events … [Read more...] about Hands on Clinics and DIY Workshops Hennepin and Dakota Counties
Your Summer and Fall Guide to 100 Festivals in the Twin Cities Area
Twin Cities on the Cheap has compiled a one-stop guide for summer festivals in and around the Twin Cities. Included is a sampling of activities that you can find at each event. However for a full and detailed listing always check the web site for each festival directly. Yes, we would like to hear from you - if you know of a festival that didn't make the list - please email us at … [Read more...] about Your Summer and Fall Guide to 100 Festivals in the Twin Cities Area
Free and Cheap Museum Days in the Twin Cities
The Twin Cities has a number of great museums and institutes. Many of them offer free days, discounts and free events on a regular basis. The Minneapolis Institute of Arts is always free (except for certain special Exhibitions). Plus every Second Sunday of the month is Family Day (hours 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.). You will have a blast making art, going on artful adventures, meeting local … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Museum Days in the Twin Cities
Budget-friendly glamping in an RV delivered to you
Budget-friendly glamping in an RV delivered to you Sponsored by RVshare.com For those of us who define "roughing it" as packing our own road-trip food until we arrive at our hotel, camping has never held much appeal. "Glamping" in an RV, on the other hand, seems like a great compromise: Enjoy the beauties of nature without giving up hot showers, electricity and indoor toilets. If you've … [Read more...] about Budget-friendly glamping in an RV delivered to you
