Unleash your creativity in this outdoor art-packed party that’s perfect for all ages. Bright colors, messy fun, and festive treats await at Mess Hall MN.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; no prior experience required
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History
The area has a rich local history as a former mill town that now champions arts and community events.
Conservation
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Mess Hall MN
Unleash your creativity in this outdoor art-packed party that’s perfect for all ages. Bright colors, messy fun, and festive treats await at Mess Hall MN.
Mess Hall MN is a creative studio located in Hopkins, Minnesota that specializes in hands-on, high-energy art experiences for kids, teens, and adults.
The studio offers a wide range of public classes, private events, birthday parties, summer art camps, and customized field trips. Signature programs include Messy Art Party, Extreme Art Party, Neon Art Party, Messy Pour Party, Messy Slime Party, Messy Adults public classes, and Summer Art Camps for ages 6–15.
Birthday parties combine guided instruction with playful, messy projects such as splatter painting, spin art, slime workshops, and DIY face and body painting. Many party packages include cake and pizza and provide a special T-shirt for the birthday child to decorate. The Messy Pour Party focuses on clean and dirty pours and includes two canvases. Neon-themed experiences add glow-in-the-dark paint options for extra excitement.
Summer Art Camps run weekly with project-based schedules, free art time, and a gallery showcase to highlight campers’ work. Public events include toddler-focused Messy Monsters sessions and kids’ Messy Artists experiences for ages 6–12. Private offerings include a 1.5 hour Signature Art Experience for groups and customized field trips titled Art WITHOUT Limits.
Mess Hall MN emphasizes guided sessions led by trained Messy Artists in a studio setting in Hopkins. The business hosts both public calendar events and private bookings, accommodating a variety of ages and group sizes. Families and groups can expect creative instruction, hands-on materials, and memorable, art-filled celebrations in Hopkins, Minnesota.
Check the public calendar for class schedules and special events.
Location
Hopkins, MN
Studio located in Hopkins, Minnesota
Age Range
Under 5–15+
Programs for toddlers to teens
Experiences
17 experiences
Parties, camps, classes, field trips
Event Types
Public & Private
Open classes and booked events
Reserve a birthday party, camp week, or public class — view the public calendar or request a private booking to secure a date.
Wear appropriate clothing
Dress in old clothes or that you don't mind getting stained, as splatter painting and slime activities can be messy.
Bring sun protection
Use sunscreen, hats, or sunglasses to stay comfortable outdoors during peak sun hours.
Stay hydrated
Drink plenty of water, especially during warm weather, to keep energized for the activities.
Arrive early
Getting there early ensures plenty of time for art activities and to secure your preferred spot.
Old Clothes
Wear clothing that can get stained or messy, as activities involve splatter paint and slime.
Hat and Sunscreen
Protect yourself from sun exposure while engaging in outdoor art activities.
summer
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the outdoor festivities.
Sturdy Shoes
Comfortable footwear suitable for outdoor surfaces and movement.