Events

Please join us in celebration of a few of the people, parks and initiatives which have made outstanding contributions to our Minneapolis park system over the past 15 years since our 125th anniversary. On exhibit will be 15 highlighted stories from “Celebrating 140 Years: Our Parks, Our Stories” featuring the inter-woven stories that make up […]

Join us at Phillips Community Center for Spark’d Studio and Youthline: Black History Chill and Design. Come chillout in the teen center for family friendly activities, refreshments, and a movie. Come learn to design in the Spark’d Studios with local artist and designer Monk from madebymonk (known for his clothing line and merging history with […]

Explore real black lives and Triumphs on the big screen. Join us in a cinematic celebration of resilience and enduring legacies. Welcome to the stories that go beyond the shadows, illuminating the brilliance of black individuals who shaped history. Registration

Do you have an eagle eye in your family? We're putting out candy, plastic, paper hearts around the recreation center, playground and fields. See how many you and your family can find! Stop on in the building for hot chocolate afterwards and show staff all the hearts you found!

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Pearl Park along with Hale Page Diamond Lake Neighborhood Association invite you to join us for the annual celebration of winter. Activities include sledding on a colorfully lit hill, ice skating, a fat tire snow biking course, snow art and more. Food trucks will offer a variety of menu options. This year's event will take […]

Don't let winter get you down-get out and celebrate it at Painter Park! There will be Frosty Fun for everyone: painting, caricatures, bird house making, snowshoeing and a bon fire for creating s'mores!

Join a naturalist for games and fun outdoors. We’ll warm up indoors with hot chocolate and a winter-themed craft to take home.

Come celebrate the spirt of Mardi Gras in North Mississippi Regional Park. Learn from naturalists about the animals that live in the park, then get creative with northside artists to make a mask of your favorite animal and, join in a parade of animals accompanied by musicians and Moko Jumbie (stilt walkers or dancers, that […]

Come out and enjoy the Lake Hiawatha Winter Warmer. The whole family can participate in winter activities (skating, bonfire, outdoor games, etc.). If you get cold, head inside for warm drinks, hot dogs and sweet treats. Also inside the Rec Center will be bingo and a craft project set up for kids. SENA (Standish-Ericsson Neighborhood […]

It's going to be a sledding party you won't want to miss. Great hills and big sleds will be provided so bring your family and friends. Warm up by the fire and roast hot dogs and s'mores. Get outside and enjoy your Minnesota winter weather! Registration 

Embark on a captivating journey into the art of ice lantern crafting with our introductory class, guided by the experienced Ice Wrangler of Wintercraft. Delve into the fundamentals of crafting captivating ice lanterns, exploring essential techniques such as design elements, textures, and lighting effects. Tailored for beginners, this class provides an ideal entry point into […]

This year’s cleanup takes place throughout the City of Minneapolis and is a collaboration between the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) and City of Minneapolis Solid Waste and Recycling.  More info

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Come celebrate valentines day at East Phillips! We will be snowshoeing a big heart in the park, making some heart art and playing pizza tag. Come share your love with the community!

Come to Hiawatha School Park to make a Valentine for a Veteran and another one for someone else special in your life. This free event is on Tuesday, February 13th from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Come ready to craft and have some fun with fellow community members. This event is for all ages. Valentines for the veterans will […]

Embrace the snow and cold, dress for the weather and have snow much fun enjoying some outdoor winter fun activities including snowshoeing, sledding, a story walk, and bonfire with marshmallows and hot chocolate. Snowshoes and sleds will be available for use and is a free event for all ages.