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  • Winterscapes: Beyond the Leaves (PM)

    Recurring

    Tuesdays: 1:00-2:15 am January 13, February 10, March 10, 2026 Come appreciate the beauty and mysterious architecture of winter trees. Join a garden naturalist for a guided nature walk where […]

  • Community Sing-A-Long

    Loring Park Loring Park, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Come together with friends and neighbors each month for an evening of music and community. Whether you love to sing or simply enjoy listening, you’re guaranteed a fun and uplifting time. Lyrics are projected on screen, with live piano music from Dan Chouinard and special guest Brian Peterson. Refreshments provided—just bring your voice (or your […]

  • Pop Up Dance Party – Bryant Square

    Recurring
    Bryant Square Park 3101 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    That is right, you read the description correct. Bryant Square is so excited to host 2nd Wednesday of the month "POP UP DANCE PARTY" in 2026! We provide the DJ and the space; all you need to bring is your energy and your best (or worst) dance moves. All ages are welcome!!! Food and Drinks […]

  • Nature Storytime at The Trailhead

    Recurring
    The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Thursdays: 10:00am – 10:30am January 8 – March 19* Come for a nature-packed Storytime at the Trailhead with a Garden Naturalist. Read stories, sing songs, and learn about nature in […]

  • Willard Park Improvements Feedback – Online Meeting

    Virtual Program

    Join an online meeting on January 15 to discuss a skate spot as part of the improvements project. Thanks to everyone who’s been involved in planning for improvements at Willard Park! The project team is currently working to create a final concept plan for Board approval. This plan will incorporate feedback from the community and […]

  • Knitting Near Nature

    Recurring
    The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    11:30 am-1 pm Wednesdays*: January 7, February 18, March 4 & 18, 2026 Fridays: January 16 & 30, February 13 & 27, March 13, 2026 Bring your projects and join […]

  • Ice Lantern Making at Water Works Park

    Recurring
    Water Works at Mill Ruins Park 425 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Drop in for a cozy winter evening at Water Works Park and help light up the park with handmade ice lanterns! Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, setting lanterns in the park, and lighting them as part of a shared winter display. Fire pits will be available […]

  • Ice Lantern Making at Graco Park

    Recurring

    Join park staff at Graco Park for a drop-in ice lantern making experience that brings light and warmth to winter nights. Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, placing lanterns throughout the park, and lighting them together to form a glowing community display. Fire pits will be available […]

  • Ice Lantern Making at Water Works Park

    Recurring
    Water Works at Mill Ruins Park 425 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Drop in for a cozy winter evening at Water Works Park and help light up the park with handmade ice lanterns! Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, setting lanterns in the park, and lighting them as part of a shared winter display. Fire pits will be available […]

  • Ice Lantern Making at Graco Park

    Recurring

    Join park staff at Graco Park for a drop-in ice lantern making experience that brings light and warmth to winter nights. Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, placing lanterns throughout the park, and lighting them together to form a glowing community display. Fire pits will be available […]

  • Noon Nature Stroll

    Recurring
    Wirth Lake Beach 3200 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis, MN

    Mondays: 12:00pm – 12:30pm January 5 – March 16, 2026 Escape your desk this winter and recharge with a Noon Nature Stroll! These regular, brisk walks with a garden naturalist […]

  • Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

    Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park 4055 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Annual tributes to Dr. King’s life and legacy take place at several park locations throughout the day, including an evening celebration at the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreation Center with speakers, live entertainment and the presentation of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Living the Dream award.

  • Winter Birding Walk (AM)

    Recurring
    The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Tuesdays: 10:00-11:15 am January 20, February 17, March 17, 2026 Join a garden naturalist on a guided birding walk in search of winter birds. Learn to identify common birds by […]

  • Winter Birding Walk (PM)

    Recurring
    The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Tuesdays: 1-2:15 pm January 20, February 17, March 17, 2026 Join a garden naturalist on a guided birding walk in search of winter birds. Learn to identify common birds by […]

  • Nature Storytime at The Trailhead

    Recurring
    The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Thursdays: 10:00am – 10:30am January 8 – March 19* Come for a nature-packed Storytime at the Trailhead with a Garden Naturalist. Read stories, sing songs, and learn about nature in […]

  • LYNAS Fire and Ice

    Lynnhurst Park 1345 W Minnehaha Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Join us for the annual Fire and Ice gathering at Lynnhurst Park! Hosted in collaboration between the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the Lynnhurst Neighborhood Association, Fire and Ice is a great way to get out and enjoy your community, even in the depths of winter! Hot coco, popcorn, s'mores, and winter fun await. […]

  • Fire and Ice – Bohanon Park

    Bohanon Park 4917 Bryant Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Join us for an evening of skating, sledding, smores and hot cocoa! Enjoy music and community while spending an evening on the ice! Refreshments will include smores, hot cocoa, coffee, and tea.

  • Ice Lantern Making at Water Works Park

    Recurring
    Water Works at Mill Ruins Park 425 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Drop in for a cozy winter evening at Water Works Park and help light up the park with handmade ice lanterns! Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, setting lanterns in the park, and lighting them as part of a shared winter display. Fire pits will be available […]

  • Ice Lantern Making at Graco Park

    Recurring

    Join park staff at Graco Park for a drop-in ice lantern making experience that brings light and warmth to winter nights. Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, placing lanterns throughout the park, and lighting them together to form a glowing community display. Fire pits will be available […]

  • RESCHEDULED: Fire and Ice Family Skate Night

    Linden Hills Park Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Family Skate Night at Linden Hills Park has been postponed until Friday, January 30th from 5:30-7:30pm due to forecasted bitterly cold temps and wind chills this week. Join us at the Linden Hills skating rink for our Fire and Ice Family Skating Night! Grab your mittens and hat for this outdoor neighborhood celebration. Enjoy a […]

  • Family Skate Night

    Bryant Square Park 3101 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    We will bring the fun to you! Fun on the Run is a staffed, portable recreation program that is scheduled at specific parks engaging youth and teens in fun activities. Bring your warm clothes, hats and gloves and boots to play in the snow! The program is free to participate in on a drop-in basis; […]

  • Music, Fire and Ice Skate Night

    Longfellow Park 3435 36th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Longfellow Park is about to turn up the winter fun! The annual Fire and Ice event invites you to lace up your skates and gather around cozy fire pits for an evening of music, marshmallow roasting, and hot chocolate.

  • Kite Festival- CANCELLED

    Lake Harriet Minneapolis, MN, United States

    THE LAKE HARRIET WINTER KITE FESTIVAL HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER   Kites of all shapes, sizes, colors and themes will fly over frozen Lake Harriet in a fun […]

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