Experience the mental health benefits of spending time with family, friends and your community while exploring the world outside your door. This year we are hosting two separate events in two different locations so no one misses out on the fun.
Of note: Admission to our events and all of the activities at our event are free! We will be accepting donations to help cover the cost of the events and to support mental health services at St. David’s Center. Inclusion and accessibility are the top priority of our event. Our relaxed and sensory friendly event is open to all and further details about each event can be found on the specific event pages by clicking the menu items above.
Please stay home if you or a member of your party is sick. As always, service animals are welcome at our event and on our campus. Please leave other furry friends at home while you enjoy the festival.
We host our event rain or shine, warm or cold. In the event of inclement weather, activities that can be moved indoors will be available to enjoy inside our center building.
Questions? Email events@stdavidscenter.org
Inclusion and accessibility are the top priority of our event. Our relaxed and sensory friendly event is open to all. Below is some information and resources to help you plan your visit to the Get Out and Grow Festival.
Parking
Minnetonka: St. David’s Episcopal Church | 13000 St. Davids Rd | Hopkins, MN 55305 Extra Handicapped Parking Available at St. David’s Center Minnetonka Minneapolis: Westminster Presbyterian Church Ramp | 1200 Marquette Ave. S| Minneapolis, MN 55403 Parking price: FREE! All attendees need to be out of the ramp by 8 p.m.
Restrooms
Accessible restrooms are located in the buildings and will be indicated on our festival map. If these restrooms do not meet the needs of your group, please see a volunteer or staff member at St. David’s Center Central for access to additional restrooms.
Resources
Hearing protection will be available for checkout and fidgets are available at the entrances of the festivals.
If you have any questions, please email events@stdavidscenter.org
DATE: September 28, 2024 TIME: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. LOCATION: St. David’s Center for Child and Family Development – Minnetonka 3395 Plymouth Rd. Minnetonka, MN 55305 Rainout location: inside our St. David’s Center building.
Parking: St. David’s Episcopal Church | 13000 St. Davids Rd | Hopkins, MN 55305 Extra Handicapped Parking Available at St. David’s Center Minnetonka
Events/Activities to expect:
Bring your family and friends to celebrate the beautiful Minnesota fall, as you play and grow together with your community.
Check out some of the fun things in store at this event:
Special guests include:
We’ll have refreshments including a coffee and cocoa station and water stations throughout the event.
A big thank you to Station Pizza for providing lunch!
DATE: October 4, 2024 TIME: 4-7 p.m. LOCATION: St. David’s Center for Child and Family Development – Nicollet Mall 1130 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55403 Rainout location: inside the gym of the building.
Parking: Westminster Presbyterian Church Ramp | 1200 Marquette Ave. S| Minneapolis, MN 55403 Price: FREE! All attendees need to be out of the ramp by 8 p.m.
Bring your family and friends after work to join us on the rooftop of our brand-new location on Nicollet Mall right across from Peavey Plaza.
Check out these fun activities at our Minneapolis event, including:
A big thank you to Holy Land for the evening appetizers!
St. David’s Center promotes healthy development in over 6,500 children and families each year through early childhood education, mental health and pediatric therapies, autism treatment, in-home support, and therapeutic recreation.
The Get Out and Grow Festival is intended to raise awareness around the importance of prioritizing your mental health and overall well-being by spending time with family, friends, and the community, while exploring the world outside your door.
Research tells us — and we see the positive effects firsthand — that a child who spends time outside experiences better mental health outcomes, has increased cognitive functioning, feels less stressed, and learns the wonders of nature.
By volunteering, you will:
To register to volunteer fill out this form below. Any questions email events@stdavidscenter.org
The annual Get Out and Grow Festival is intended to raise awareness around the importance of prioritizing your mental health and overall wellbeing by spending time with family, friends, and the community, while exploring the world outside your door.
St. David’s Center has been committed to supporting parents and families on their path for more than sixty years. Meeting families where they are, we serve children and adults facing a variety of concerns and challenges in our clinics, day treatment settings, and in their homes, schools, and community settings.
We know that healthy development depends on the quality of the relationship children have with their parents and caregivers. Our therapists and caregivers provide children and families with a strong foundation—giving them tools in their toolbox—to navigate challenges and thrive in their daily lives.
But this work is not possible without the support and generosity of friends. St. David’s Center is committed to serving all families, which is only possible with philanthropic support. Your gift—of any size—helps fill the gap created by poor reimbursement rates.
The annual Get Out and Grow Festival is intended to raise awareness around the importance of prioritizing your mental health and overall wellbeing by spending time with family, friends, and the community, while exploring the world outside your door.
These events will draw approximately 1,000 participants total to our two celebrations. Families and children of all ages and abilities will be able to get outside in a location close to them where they can have a wonderful time at an accessible fall festival to make memories and play and grow together. This event includes family-friendly activities, such as a petting zoo, arts and activities, and sensory-friendly games.
By sponsoring, you will:
Review the sponsor packet.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities email events@stdavidscenter.org
