Wild Rumpus Books for Young Readers

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Wild Rumpus Books for Young Readers An independent children’s bookstore in Minneapolis since 1992, with a tiny purple door, animal friends & tons of books!
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In-store browsing and curbside pickup
10AM-5PM Tuesday-Saturday
1PM-5PM Sunday
(Limited capacity, masks required)

Join us on Sunday, October 11th at 2:00 PM as we celebrate the official release of author Gloria Muñoz’s sophomore novel...
10/08/2026

Join us on Sunday, October 11th at 2:00 PM as we celebrate the official release of author Gloria Muñoz’s sophomore novel, They Called Us Wicked! Joining her will be author Lorraine Monteagut. 🧙‍♀️

We will also be having a friend of the store & the most powerful witch in the midwest, Monique, in to do some oracle readings for all ages! 🔮

We’re excited to get spooky with you all!!

Happy Publication Week to Jess Hannigan on her “Words That Go…” board book series! 🥳🎉Eartha Kitt definitely thinks he wa...
10/07/2026

Happy Publication Week to Jess Hannigan on her “Words That Go…” board book series! 🥳🎉

Eartha Kitt definitely thinks he was a muse & absolutely loves these books! 😍

Keep your eyes peeled because they might just make an appearance in our annual Winter Buyer’s Guide coming soon… 👀

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month AND we just announced our Spooky Buyer’s Guide, so we have the perfect spooky pick for you ...
10/06/2026

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month AND we just announced our Spooky Buyer’s Guide, so we have the perfect spooky pick for you today! Check out bookseller Jess’ pick for the early reader in your life! ✨

“When I was younger my parents would always threaten me with a visit from El Cucuy if I didn’t go to bed, so when I saw this book come through our store I knew I had to pick it up. I was delighted to find out that El Cucuy is maybe the cutest creature that there could ever be and maybe un poco traveiso! This early bilingual chapter book from Higuera was such a fun read and I’m so excited to continue reading about the aventuras of Ramón and El Cucuy!” - bookseller, Jess 💜

Click the link in our bio to check out all of our favorite for this spooky season! 🎃

Hello and welcome to our FOURTH annual ✨Spooky Buyer’s Guide!✨As a store who has a spooky shed all year long, you’re sur...
10/02/2026

Hello and welcome to our FOURTH annual ✨Spooky Buyer’s Guide!✨

As a store who has a spooky shed all year long, you’re sure to bet that we LOVE all things creepy and crawly over here!

Halloween is amongst our favorite season and for good reason! That reason? There’s SO many good books to summon! 🎃🪄

So light a candle, sit on a cozy chair, and get comfy as you browse through our favorite spooky reads of 2026 for all ages! 🕯️

Art by rumpian, Mayah! 💜

https://wildrumpusbooks.com/catalog/spooky-buyers-guide-2026

A very happy birthday to our SNEAKIEST guy yet! 🥳🎉Stinky Cheese Man has been loving his new home this year! Make sure to...
10/01/2026

A very happy birthday to our SNEAKIEST guy yet! 🥳🎉

Stinky Cheese Man has been loving his new home this year! Make sure to come in & see if you can find him. 🔎

Wish Stinky happy birthday below! 🦎💚

Join us on Tuesday, September 29th at 10:30AM for a ✨special storytime✨with Mixed Blood Theatre ahead of their performan...
09/25/2026

Join us on Tuesday, September 29th at 10:30AM for a ✨special storytime✨with Mixed Blood Theatre ahead of their performance for Into the Burrow: A Peter Rabbit Tale! 🐰🥕

Join us in welcoming local author Kelsey Gross, TOMORROW - Saturday September 26th at 10:30AM for stories, snacks, and m...
09/25/2026

Join us in welcoming local author Kelsey Gross, TOMORROW - Saturday September 26th at 10:30AM for stories, snacks, and maybe even a little music! A wonderful way to welcome beloved FALL! 🍁🍂🧡

We (especially Eartha Kitt) cannot WAIT to welcome author & illustrator Brandon James Scott to Wild Rumpus!🎉🎉This deligh...
09/24/2026

We (especially Eartha Kitt) cannot WAIT to welcome author & illustrator Brandon James Scott to Wild Rumpus!🎉🎉
This delightful picture book became an instant staff favorite and we are so thrilled to celebrate it! 😻

Join us for a wholesome and silly story time during peak spoOoOoOky season on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24TH AT 10:30 AM!🎃

Link in bio for more info✨

September 15th marked the start of Hispanic Heritage Month! Come on in to check out some of our favorite books to celebr...
09/23/2026

September 15th marked the start of Hispanic Heritage Month!

Come on in to check out some of our favorite books to celebrate this month with! ❤️🧡💛

If you can’t make it in, don’t fret! We have a list of all our favorites online too!

Happy Hispanic Heritage month to all who are celebrating! We are so lucky to be in community with y’all!✨

We’re partnering with local outdoor staple Wilderness Inquiry to bring you a Halloween Story Time Canoe Paddle! 🎃🛶THAT’S...
09/21/2026

We’re partnering with local outdoor staple Wilderness Inquiry to bring you a Halloween Story Time Canoe Paddle! 🎃🛶

THAT’S RIGHT!!! We will paddle across the Chain of Lakes on a crisp autumn morning, and get to hear stories from Wild Rumpus storyteller, Bo, on the beach afterwards! 🍁

✨Costumes are encouraged on this Halloween canoe paddle!✨ Think comfy, weather‑friendly outfits that can be worn with a life jacket.

Join us Friday, October 16 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM for an enchanting Story Time Canoe Paddle! We’ll combine the magic of story time with the outdoor beauty of a gentle canoe paddle on south Minneapolis’ Chain of Lakes.

Check out the link in our bio for more info & to register! https://wildrumpusbooks.com/event/2026-10-16/halloween-story-time-canoe-paddle-wilderness-inquiry

*REGISTRATION REQUIRED - SIGNED BOOK INCLUDED IN ADULT TICKET PRICE*

Address

2720 43rd Street W
Minneapolis, MN
55410

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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+16129205005

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