Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board

Rose Garden Volunteering
2026-10-22 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Lyndale Park/Rose Garden, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Calling all rose lovers! Join the Deadheaders and develop skills while supporting care of the historic rose garden. Each gardening day will focus on a different topic related to the seasonal maintenance of Lyndale Park Rose Garden.
Dates: 1st and 3rd Saturday & select Thursdays, May-October, 9-11am
Location: Lyndale Park Rose Garden
Meet near the Heffelfinger fountain
Supplies: Gloves, tools and parking passes will be provided
Weather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME!
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Loring Park Pond Invasive Plant Pull
2026-10-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Loring Park, Loring Park, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Thistle & Burdock: Be Gone!
Join us to remove invasive species from the pond and restore its natural beauty!
Dates: Monthly Saturdays, 9am-noon
Location: Loring Park. Meet by the Garden of the Seasons
Supplies: Gloves and tools will be provided
Clothing: Dress to get dirty
Weather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME!
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This event is sponsored by the Friends of Loring Park and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB).

Father Hennepin Bluff Stewardship
2026-10-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-11-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Father Hennepin Bluff Park, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River. As a volunteer, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive, removing invasive species, and cleaning up the shoreline and park slopes near limestone rocks. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate between various stewardship activities throughout the season.
Date: Select Saturdays and Thursdays April-November
Location: Father Hennepin Bluff Park. Clear instructions upon signup.
Supplies: Gloves and tools provided
Host: This event is hosted by East Bank Neighborhoods
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Neighborhood Creek Restoration: Bloomington to 12th Ave S
2026-10-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-07 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-15 09:00 - 11:00 | E Minnehaha Pkwy & 14th Ave S, 1398 E Minnehaha Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN
Help Field Regina Northrop Neighborhood Group restore the Minnehaha Creek woods by removing buckthorn, garlic mustard and other invasive plant species and adding native grasses, flowering plants and shrubs.
Dates: Select Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays May-November
Location: Meet at 14th Ave S. and Minnehaha Creek (at the footbridge)
Supplies: Bring your own water bottle, safety glasses, bug spray and gloves (we’ll have basic pairs if needed). We will supply training and other equipment. If you prefer to bring your own tools (loppers, hand saws, and pruners are permitted) please mark them with your name
Host: Field Regina Northrop Neighborhood Group
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Peace Garden Volunteering
2026-10-26 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-28 09:30 - 11:30 | Lyndale Park Peace Garden, 4124 Roseway Road, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting, weeding, light pruning, and general garden maintenance.
Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30am through October.
Location: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot.
Supplies: Gloves, tools and parking passes will be provided.
Weather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather.
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Overlook Garden Volunteering
2026-10-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Overlook Garden, 137 E 17th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55403
Garden with us in Stevens Square at the Overlook Garden!
* This event is eligible for the Rent Discount Program. Contact Stevens Square Community Organization for more info.
Dates: Monthly Mondays, 5-7pm, May – October.
Location: The garden is located on 17th Street between Stevens and 2nd Avenue
Supplies: Gloves and tools will be provided
Weather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED – ALL ARE WELCOME!
Sponsors: Stevens Square/Loring Heights Community Organization and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB)
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North Loop Service Saturdays
2026-11-14 10:00 - 11:30 | James Rice Park, 323 W River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
Join us for North Loop Service Saturday!
Riverfront volunteers meet at 10 am at the playground and focus on a specific project each month. Tasks include invasive plant removal, planting, mulching and weeding.
Date: Second Saturdays, 10-11:30am
Location: James Rice Park
Supplies: Tools, gloves and water are provided.
Host: This event is hosted by the North Loop Neighborhood Association
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