Mess Hall MN in Hopkins offers a hands-on messy art party for kids under five, mixing texture painting, watercolor monsters, and lively celebrations for a birthday experience that’s as creative as it is fun.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for toddlers and preschoolers with no physical exertion required beyond simple movement and sitting.
Wildlife
History
Hopkins developed as a milling town in the late 1800s along the Minnesota River and retains a small-town feel despite its proximity to Minneapolis.
Conservation
Mess Hall MN emphasizes low-impact indoor activities, helping reduce waste through reusable materials and non-toxic art supplies.
Mess Hall MN
Mess Hall MN in Hopkins offers a hands-on messy art party for kids under five, mixing texture painting, watercolor monsters, and lively celebrations for a birthday experience that’s as creative as it is fun.
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.
Dress for Mess
Clothing will get paint and texture materials on it; bring a change of clothes or use the custom birthday t-shirt provided.
Arrive Early
Give yourself extra time for check-in and to settle your kids before the creative session starts.
Food and Cake Planning
Bring your own cake and snacks to enjoy during the celebration segment after the art activities.
Participant Limits
Parties include 10 kids by default; additional guests can be added with advance notice for an extra fee.
Change of Clothes
Messy art means paint and textures; fresh clothes help kids and parents feel comfortable post-party.
Comfortable Shoes
Supportive shoes help kids move safely to and from the party space and nearby outdoor areas.
Snacks and Drinks
Bring favorite snacks to keep little ones energized during celebration time.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture the creative chaos and joyful moments of the party for lasting memories.