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The historic agreement helping to address racial and economic equity across neighborhood parks.
Learn MoreIn partnership with Waite House, please join us for our annual Fall Dinner. This is a FREE program and first come, first serve. All ages are welcome for dinner, live performances, kids activities, and fun giveaways.
An open house to view the preferred concept plan and provide feedback to staff.
Need a kid-free night? Bring them down to the park to enjoy dinner and a PG rated movie! Kids will also have an opportunity to participate in active group games or crafts during this program.
Come decorate your very own graham cracker gingerbread house for the holidays. We will have all the goodies you will need to make a delicious gingerbread house. Must pre-register in advance to secure a spot and have enough supplies.
Tuesday, November 25 | 6:30-8:30 pm Water Works Pavilion Looking for a creative way to elevate your Thanksgiving table this year? Enjoy a fun and relaxing evening at Water Works Pavilion, where you’ll learn the art of floral design and create a stunning tablescape to impress your guests. Valerie from Mossy Roots Botanical will guide […]
Happy Thanks - Swimming 5k! Welcome to the annual indoor swimming event at the Phillips Aquatics Center. Hosted by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB), this event will crush Thanksgiving morning with a 5k in the water. Participants will choose a lane that fits their timing needs and swim 75x 75s. All abilities welcome. […]
Happy Thanks - Swimming 5k! Welcome to the annual indoor swimming event at the Phillips Aquatics Center. Hosted by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB), this event will crush Thanksgiving morning with a 5k in the water. Participants will choose a lane that fits their timing needs and swim 50x 50s. Participants must be […]
With over 50 local vendors each day, you’ll find unique, handcrafted gifts for everyone on your list—vegan soaps, limited-edition quilted mittens, beautiful mother-daughter jewelry sets, and even treats for your pets. Every item is made with care by Minnesota makers. Enjoy live music while you shop, grab a bite from local food vendors, and soak […]
With over 50 local vendors each day, you’ll find unique, handcrafted gifts for everyone on your list—vegan soaps, limited-edition quilted mittens, beautiful mother-daughter jewelry sets, and even treats for your pets. Every item is made with care by Minnesota makers. Enjoy live music while you shop, grab a bite from local food vendors, and soak […]
Movies Made (right) Here: The Jingle All the Way Edition Get into the holiday spirit with Jingle All the Way, a festive favorite filmed right here! Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, this comedy brings Minneapolis to life with scenes at local landmarks like Nicollet Island Pavilion, the Mall of America, Mickey’s Dining Car, and more. It's a […]
Jingle All the Way at the Nicollet Island Pavilion Sunday, November 30 | 6:30-9:30 pm Nicollet Island Pavilion Kick off the holiday season right where it all began! Join us for the second annual screening of Jingle All the Way inside the stunning Nicollet Island Pavilion — one of the very locations where the movie […]
Meeting details
You are invited to share your thoughts on the Soo Line Community Garden Concept Plan at a public hearing to be held during the Planning Committee of the Board of Park Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 at 6:30pm at MPRB Headquarters, 2117 West River Road.
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is moving forward on a project to upgrade the existing ballfield #4 (on Knox Avenue North near 49th Avenue North) in Creekview Park to a premier fastpitch field, in partnership with Minneapolis Public Schools. The project also provides a trail connection to the field. Everyone's invited to an open house to […]
Click image to enlarge. Select Fridays from 7:00pm – 8:00pm November 7 & December 5 Venture into Wirth Park for a guided moonlit hike with a garden naturalist. As the seasons transition and the landscape sleeps, we'll discover the secret life of the park and sharpen our senses to the subtle movements of nocturnal wildlife. […]
Click image to enlarge. Select Saturdays from 9:30am-11:00am 2025: November 1, December 6 2026: January 3, February 7, and March 7 Explore the birds of Wirth Lake and Bassett's Creek with a Garden Naturalist. Learn to identify resident bird species that winter in Minnesota. No registration necessary. Meet at Wirth Lake Beach Parking Lot at […]
Experience the beauty of Mohiniattam—the classical dance tradition from Kerala, in southern India. International performer and teacher Chandreyee Basu Thakur brings two to three captivating performances, each about 25 minutes, blending tradition, emotion, and movement into stories told through graceful sways, flowing torsos, and delicate handwork. This centuries-old art form is known for its soft, […]
Come to the 1st annual coat drive. Supplies are limited although we will try to have as many on hand as possible. Along with this we will be having Santa and Miss Claus here for some holiday cheer.
Join us at Powderhorn for our next puzzle competition. Enter solo or in teams of up to four people. Complete in a 500-or-1000-piece puzzle. Be the team that puts together the puzzle fastest in your category to win. Registration should be completed by ONE team member only. Questions? Call Powderhorn at (612)370-4960.
Join us for a creative holiday art class where you’ll design and craft unique cards to share with friends and family. Using screen printing, zine-inspired layouts, and mixed media techniques, participants will explore playful ways to blend images, textures, and text. This hands-on workshop is perfect for all skill levels and will leave you with […]
This event has been cancelled due to the inclement weather.
A public hearing for an amendment to the Parkland Dedication Ordinance will be held on Dec. 10 at 5:45 pm in the Board Room at Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Headquarters. View Resolution 2025-265. The purpose of the public hearing is to hear public comments on the amendment to the ordinance, which adds tribal […]
Participate in the public hearing The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30 pm in the Board Room at Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Headquarters at 2117 West River Road, Minneapolis. All comments will be included in the public record of the hearing. Share your comments in person: Go to MPRB Headquarters on the […]
Wednesday, December 10 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm Graco Park Get into the holiday spirit at this hands-on Winter Wreath Workshop! Learn the art of wreathmaking while creating your own fresh evergreen wreath to take home and enjoy for the season. Valerie from Mossy Roots Botanical will guide participants step-by-step through building and decorating a […]
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 2025! 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!!!
Join Us for the Nicollet Island Winter Market! Don't miss the Nicollet Island Winter Market on Saturday and Sunday, December 13 and 14, from 10 am to 4 pm! It's the perfect destination for your last-minute holiday shopping, featuring a fantastic selection of gifts and festive fun. Explore a unique array of offerings, from upcycled […]
Join Us for the Nicollet Island Winter Market! Don't miss the Nicollet Island Winter Market on Saturday and Sunday, December 13 and 14, from 10 am to 4 pm! It's the perfect destination for your last-minute holiday shopping, featuring a fantastic selection of gifts and festive fun. Explore a unique array of offerings, from upcycled […]
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