Looking for a cool gift to impress your whole family this holidays season? A family-focused experience can be a great way to round out your holiday gift-giving. No matter the age of your children, chances are good you can find something that meets your family’s interests. And, the benefits of such a gift abound:
- They’re often activity-focused.
- They don’t require batteries.
- They have utility and appeal long after the holiday decorations have been put away.
- They provide excellent, ongoing opportunities for family bonding.
The good news is that there are many family-friendly activities in Rochester, Minnesota that are gift-worthy; here’s a look at some of our favorites.
Memberships. Consider giving your family the gift of a year-long membership to a facility that will encourage physical activity, creative growth and technology-free family adventures.
- Rochester Children’s Museum
- Rochester Rec Center
- Quarry Hill Nature Center
- Rochester Family YMCA
- Rochester Athletic Club
Passes and classes. Not ready to commit to a year-long membership? Encourage your family to try a new activity by purchasing lessons or day passes.
- Take a ski lesson at Welch Village.
- Try karate at National Karate.
- Get outdoors with your Minnesota State Parks Permit.
- Go snowshoeing at Oxbow Park.
- Take a music lesson at Pure Rock Studios.
- Climb the walls at Roca Climbing and Fitness.
- Create art during a Kids Day session at Canvas and Chardonnay.
- Take a family yoga class at Breathe Yoga Studios.
- Learn to shoot an arrow at Coyote Creek.
- Take an art class at Michael’s.
Think summer! Don’t necessarily limit your thinking to what’s available now; look ahead to warmer weather and consider the following gifts:
- Season tickets to the Rochester Honkers
- Hit the links with a golf club membership
- Take a dip with a summer pool pass
The most important thing is to find something you think your family would enjoy. Giving your loved ones another membership or activity this year? Inspire us with your family’s favorite things!
