Mini Hops is turning 50 this year and we’re throwing a celebration!

We’re inviting alumni, current families, and future families alike to come and spend an afternoon having a fun time at Mini Hops! There will be a raffle, games, obstacle courses, and more! Read on to learn about the check-in process and to get more information on what’s all in store.

Birthday Bash Check-In Process

Check-In

Once you enter the Mini Hops building, please stop at the front desk (East Entrance). Our team members will check you in on our Eventbrite event.

Haven’t RSVP’d yet? No worries! Use the button below to secure your spot.

RSVP Here

Sign a Waiver

Next, our front desk team will make sure you’ve signed our Birthday Bash Waiver. This waiver is needed before entering any gym space.

Haven’t filled out the waiver yet? Use the button below to fill out the waiver before you arrive.

Waiver

Get a Wristband

Finally, you will receive a wristband so that our coaches know you’ve checked in at the desk! Children ages 5 & under will receive a green wristband as they will not be able to participate in the big gym obstacle course.

You will also receive one free raffle ticket with your wristband! (Check out the raffle with a link below)

Then you’re off to celebrate our birthday in style!

What if it's raining?

Rain or shine the show will go on! We have a rain plan ready to go should the weather not cooperate the day of. The outside activities may be scaled back, but it will still be fun for all!

Can I drop my kids off and come back?

Since this is a family event, we are asking that families come and stay together!

Will there be a kick-off?

Yes! The Plymouth Mayor will be on site to give a few words at the start of our event. 

Where should we park?

Our East Lot and Back Lot will still be open for parking! The only area that will be closed for parking will be our 15 minute spots and roundabout. Our neighbors across the street over at Vision of Glory Lutheran Church have graciously offered the use of their parking lot for any over flow we may have. 

We also recommend carpooling with friends!

Can we bring friends?

Yes! We love to share the mission of Mini Hops and the love of gymnastics with everyone! Everyone who attends will need to RSVP via Eventbrite and fill out our Birthday Bash Waiver. 

Is this event free?

Yes! Though money may come into play in a few areas.

  • Additional raffle tickets will be an extra cost.
  • Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffee and Smoothies will be on site selling their delicious drinks. 
  • While the food is free, we will be asking for a free will donation at the food table. All proceeds will go to supporting our scholarship program here at Mini Hops. You can also visit our Donate page here on our website.

Join us in the big gym for our obstacle course!

  • One of our coaches will be stationed outside the Entrance Door (Door #4) 
  • Individuals will exit through Door #2 
  • A line may start forming for the course starting at 4:00 pm and go until 5:45 pm (to ensure all individuals in line are able to complete the obstacle course.  
  • Individuals will be let in as each person finished the first obstacle 
  • The course will take 1-2 minutes to complete 
  • There will be multiple sections of the course and will include “bypass areas” which will be less difficult.  
  • You will receive a stamp after completing the course 
  • You can complete the obstacle course as many times as space and time allow 

The Rules 

  • Waiver required for all who enter the gym 
  • Ages 6 & Up 
  • Parent participation is not required, but parents are welcome to complete the obstacle course as well.  
  • No shoes or socks 
  • No water bottles in the gym (unless parent is keeping hold of it) 

It’s a mini gym open gym which means open play time!

The two hours of our event will be broken down into 20 minutes sessions in the mini gym. This is to ensure that as many kids can experience the mini gym as possible! One of our coaches will be stationed outside the mini gym Entrance Door (Door #6) with a sign up sheet. There will be a total of 25 spots available each session. Once you’re signed up, our coach will write down your session time on your wristband! Enjoy the rest of the bash and make sure to return at your session time for open play time!

The Rules

  • Waiver required for all who enter the gym
  • Ages 5 & Under (All kids at this age level will receive a green wristband)
  • Parent participation is required
  • No shoes or socks
  • No water bottles in the gym (unless parent is keeping hold of it)
  • You can only sign up for one time slot (If spots end up being available, you can check with the coach at the door to see if you can come in again)

We’ve got some exciting things to win on this raffle! (Find a list of businesses below)

    • Everyone who attends our Birthday Bash will receive one free raffle ticket!
    • You will write your name and phone number on the ticket
    • You do not need to be present to win
    • Additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase in the raffle section. All donations will go towards our Scholarship Program. (cash or online donation)
      • $5 for two tickets
      • $10 for five tickets

Raffle items provided from the following: Mini Hops, Chipotle, MN Twins, MN Windchill, Stages Theatre, Brkthrough, Park Tavern, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Twin Cities Con, Alyse Anne Photography, Muddy Mouth Cards, Surge Cycling, Hendrix & Siena, Pink Ivy, St. Paul Saints, Minneapolis Institute of Art, Raising Cane’s, MN Vikings, Breakout Games, House of Comedy

Click HERE for more information on our raffle items.

 

We’re still hanging on to summer with favorite yard games. (This is weather dependant. If weather is not ideal, games will be moved inside.)

  • Cornhole
  • Jenga
  • Spikeball
  • Connect Four
  • Ladder Golf
  • Hula Hoops
  • Inflatable slide
  • Chalk
  • Bubbles

Mini Hops will be giving out hot dogs/brats, chips, and bottles of water from 5:00-6:00pm at our event! Stop on the patio to grab a bite. We will also be accepting free donations for our Scholarship Fund. 

JonnyPops has donated popsicles for our event! Enjoy this frozen treat as we celebrate (while supplies last).

Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffee and Smoothies will be on site selling their delicious drinks! Any money used to purchase from them goes to Maui Wowi and not Mini Hops.

Need a quieter place or a want to beat the heat? Color and craft to your hearts content! Create from your own imagination or do one of 50th crafts!

  • Decorate a Mini Hops star so we can show off how many stars attend Mini Hops!
  • Make a 50th Birthday hat 
  • Create your own Mini Hops flag

Document this momentous occasion at one of two photo op spots! Our birthday party also falls on National Gymnastics and National Dance Day so there is plenty to celebrate!

  • Photo Op Spot #1: Find your place on the podium in front or the Olympic rings at our front entrance. Represent Mini Hops and take your photo with the National Gymnastics Day Banner.
  • Photo Op Spot #2: Sparkle and shine by our Dance Studio with our National Dance Day Banner

Don’t forget to tag us in all of your posts!

  • Mini Hops: @mhgymnastics
  • USA Gymnastics: @usagym

Plus, use these hashtags so we can see all the fun you’re having

  • #MiniHopsBirthdayBash
  • #MiniHops50th
  • #NGD2026
  • #NationalDanceDay

Since we’re celebrating the impact that Mini Hops has made, we want to show off the talent and skill of our athletes! Stop in the gym throughout the event to watch our team athletes!

Schedule of Performances and Locations: Coming Soon