Things to Do in Burnsville, MN: Events Today & This Weekend

Burnsville is in Dakota County, part of the Twin Cities region of Minnesota, with a population of about 64,772. This page gathers everything Minnesota Headquarters lists within about 12 miles of Burnsville: 31 upcoming events, 182 attractions, 51 trails, 6 campgrounds and 1,245 places to eat. Counts and dates update automatically as listings change.

Coming up near Burnsville: Farmington Halloween Walk (Oct 30, Farmington), Closer to Indigo (Oct 30, Lakeville) and Rosemount Irish Football vs. Osseo: Class 6A Playoffs (Oct 30, Rosemount). The full list, with free and family-friendly picks marked, is further down the page.

Places to see include Bloomington Historical Museum, Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center, Minnesota Zoo and The Works. For a walk or a hike, the closest trails listed are Cliff Fen Trail, Lake Marion Greenway and Minnesota River Greenway. Campers have Lebanon Hills Campground and Basswood sites 12-14 nearby.

Local spots to eat on the list include Jensen's Cafe, Mediterranean Cruise Cafe and Honey Baked Ham. Nearby towns to pair with a visit: Apple Valley (4 mi), Savage (4 mi), Bloomington (5 mi) and Lakeville (6 mi).

Every listing links to its own page with details, a map and the official website where we have one. Seasons, hours and prices change, so check the organizer or the venue before you go, and tell us if something is out of date.