2024 Arbor Day Celebration is RESCHEDULED for Thursday, April 25 *

2024 Arbor Day Celebration is RESCHEDULED for Thursday, April 25 *

* New date is due to the weather forecast. Please share with anyone who is interested in attending!

The 2024 Minneapolis Arbor Day Celebration brings an entertaining evening in appreciation of trees to McRae Park on Thursday, April 25, from 4 to 8 pm! The annual springtime celebration of Minneapolis’ tree-mendous tree canopy heads to south Minneapolis this year with a big party planned at McRae Park, 906 E 47th St.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Forestry Department and its network of community partners invite everyone to enjoy a truly unique array of tree-themed activities for all ages. This includes live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and special twists that reflect the Field, Regina, and Northrop neighborhoods hosting this year’s Minneapolis Arbor Day Celebration. A total of 65 trees will be planted across the park during the event.

An initial rundown of activities and attractions is below.

Flyer: Minneapolis Arbor Day Celebration

Website: Minneapolis Arbor Day Celebration (minneapolisparks.org/arborday)

Getting There

• McRae Park is located at 906 E. 47th St.
• The park is accessible from Chicago Avenue from the west or 46th/47th Streets from the north/south.
• Please consider walking, biking, or taking transit.
• Metro D Line and 5 and 46 bus lines stop at the park.
• Extra bike racks will be available!

Tree Planting

• Help plant a tree in McRae Park! MPRB Forestry staff will lead tree planting excursions throughout the park every half hour between 4:30 pm and 6:30 pm.
• There are 65 trees to plant during the event, so come join the fun! (Note: representatives from the Vikings were scheduled to help plant trees but cannot attend due to the new event date.)
• Bartlett Tree Experts will give away free tree seedlings to take home.

Arbor Day Activities

• Harnessed tree climbing under the supervision of MPRB Forestry professionals
• Bucket truck rides offering incredible views of the park and beyond
• Tree-sized lawn games like chess, checkers and kubb
• Ask an Arborist booth giving out free advice on tree care questions
• Nature play area made from reused tree limbs
• Tree-themed activities by MPRB Environmental Education staff
• Information and activities from environmental organizations and the Field Regina Northrop Neighborhood Group
• An Arbor Day Pickleball Tournament is planned on McRae Park’s new pickleball courts paved inside the hockey boards. Stay tuned for details!
• The Brewery Running Series is hosting its annual Arbor Day Run at the park with proceeds supporting urban forestry outreach. This includes a Sapling Dash for kids!