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40-Foot High Ice Castle Coming to Mall of America®
Sunday, December 2, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
40-Foot High Ice Castle Coming to Mall of America®

This winter, Mall of America® will bring a one-of-a-kind experience to visitors from around the world. Ice Castles, LLC, will build its largest structure ever, a castle that will stand more than 40 feet tall …

Nickelodeon Universe® Transforms for Blackout 2012 at Mall of America®
Tuesday, October 16, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Nickelodeon Universe® Transforms for  Blackout 2012 at Mall of America®

Blackout will take over Mall of America® this month as Nickelodeon Universe® transforms into a Halloween-themed fortress for guests of all ages to enjoy Oct. 19 – 20 and 26 – 27.
Unlit rides, black lighting, …

Photo Friday: Spread Eagle Ray
Friday, August 24, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Photo Friday: Spread Eagle Ray

At SeaLife MN – the super-cool aquarium at Mall of America!  Above the stingray tank there is a glass floor for above viewing.  Only a child could get away with this pose.
For more Photo Friday …

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Wacipi exhibition comes to Mall of America®
Monday, August 13, 2012 – 10:00 am | No Comment

Native American dancers from the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community of Prior Lake, Minn. and other Indian nations will perform in full regalia at Mall of America® on August 16 at the annual SMSC Pow Wow …

Mall of America – 6 Family Attractions Beyond the Theme Park
Monday, July 30, 2012 – 8:00 am | 2 Comments
Mall of America – 6 Family Attractions Beyond the Theme Park

When people think of Mall of America®, they often think of two things: shopping, and Nickelodeon Universe® theme park.   Of course no trip to the Mall is complete without these two, but did you know …

Mall of America® Loves Kids – Best Family Events Throughout the Year
Monday, July 23, 2012 – 8:00 am | 3 Comments
Mall of America® Loves Kids – Best Family Events Throughout the Year

Mall of America® truly does love kids and families.   Aside from the great attractions, restaurants, and stores, the Mall hosts events throughout the year that are sure to please families of all sizes and ages.  …

Mall of America -Top 10 Kid Friendly Shopping Experiences
Monday, July 16, 2012 – 8:00 am | 7 Comments
Mall of America -Top 10 Kid Friendly Shopping Experiences

Of course Mall of America® is an amazing shopping destination… it is a Mall after all!  But one of the greatest things about this particular mall is all the great shopping experiences for kids!  Teens …

Mall of America – What to See at the SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium
Monday, July 9, 2012 – 8:00 am | 4 Comments
Mall of America – What to See at the SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium

One of our favorite attractions at Mall of America© is SEA LIFE™  Minnesota Aquarium.  Billed as the largest underwater aquarium in the world, I can vouch that the Ocean Tunnel shark tunnel is way better …

Mall of America – Top 10 (+ 10 more!) Kid Friendly Restaurants Beyond the Food Court
Monday, July 2, 2012 – 8:00 am | 7 Comments
Mall of America – Top 10 (+ 10 more!) Kid Friendly Restaurants Beyond the Food Court

When you think of mall food, thoughts immediately turn to the food court.   Luckily for families who crave something better, Mall of America® has several great restaurants that please kids AND their parents!   Most of …

Win a Family 4-Pack for Nickelodeon Universe® and Moose Mountain Adventure Mini Golf!
Monday, June 25, 2012 – 12:00 pm | 25 Comments
Win a Family 4-Pack for Nickelodeon Universe® and Moose Mountain Adventure Mini Golf!

For a limited time, Mall of America® is offering a special giveaway for a Full Day of Play to BestKidFriendlyTravel readers!
Enter to win 4 Moose Mountain Adventure Mini Golf passes and 4 Nickelodeon Universe® Unlimited …