10 Things To Do In Minnesota On A Hot Summer Day

Minnesota definitely has some hot summers, but luckily, it comes with a plethora of lakes and even some rivers to relieve its citizens from the insane heat. Yet, some Minnesotans may find themselves wondering… is there anything else I can do to escape the scorching sun besides hit the water? While these musings are slightly traitorous when uttered in a state known for its lakes, there might just be a few other things Minnesotans can do to cool off. Here a several of the fun or just funny ones that you should try this summer.

Pull out the old slip n’ slide, or just make one. Fun for all ages… as long as you don’t break any hips!

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Go on an ice cream tour of your city, and maybe a few others nearby. Exercise caution as this activity may cause brain freeze, weight gain, extreme financial loss, and overwhelming feelings of elation.

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Head to the Minneapolis Farmer’s Market and see the flowers. Hint: go in to the cooler… stay.

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Try cliff diving if you’re brave enough. There are a lot of awesome spots in MN, just make sure they’re known and safe.

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Neighborhood water fight. No need to send out invitations, just start attacking… they’ll get it, right?

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See if you actually can fry an egg on the street or sewer cover. Please don’t eat the egg.

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Put ice in the bathtub or kiddie pool and see who can last the longest.

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Run through the sprinklers because unlike California, we still have water.

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Put on the AC, grab a drink, and watch movies and tv shows about winter.

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Watch everyone else swim in the lake. Wallow in self-pity because you decided to lake hate today.

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So whether you are satisfied with lakes and rivers, or feel the need to try these, you’ll never be too hot in Minnesota again. What is the funniest thing you’ve done to cool off?