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  • Meadow Makers

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    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Wednesdays, 9:30–11 am, May 20 – September 2, 2026 Join in the meadow-making in Theodore Wirth Regional Park! Stop by the meadow off the entrance drive to the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and join in the weeding and planting fun. No registration required. Stay for as little or as long as you’d like!

  • School Release Day: Gym Games and arts and crafts

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    North Commons Park 1801 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Schools out and Recreation is in!! Come to the park for a day filled with outdoor fun! Enjoy games, sports, arts and crafts, and ample space to socialize with friends. From organized activities to free play, there's something for everyone. Enroll now!

  • Youthline Field Trip BBQ at Whittier Park

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

    Come enjoy some nice spring weather with an outdoor BBQ at Whittier park. We will have some snacks, games, and other activities for youth to enjoy while learning about programs and field trips that will be offered during summer break.

  • Paws @ The Park!

    Lake Hiawatha Park 2701 E 44th St, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Every dog has their day and today is their day at Lake Hiawatha Park! For the dogs there will be: an "off leash" area for ball and frisbee fun, wading […]

  • Garden Storytime

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    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Thursdays, May 7-October 8, 10-10:30 am Sundays, May 17-October 11, 10 am – 10:30am Come for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with […]

  • Flower Hour

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    Thursdays, May – August, 5-6 pm Join a Naturalist for an hour-long evening walk through the Garden to see the seasonal wildflowers. The plants are the highlight here in this tour. Come learn and unwind in nature in the beautiful Garden. No registration necessary, meet at the Visitor Shelter.

  • Waite Park Carnival

    Waite Park 1810 34th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Come to Waite Park for the annual Carnival. This is a partnership event with Waite Park School and Waite Park PTA. Preferred ages are 5 - 14 year old's.

  • Early Birders – May-August

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    Saturdays, May – August: 7:30-9:30 am Learn to observe and identify birds by sound and sight as you walk through the Garden and Wirth Park with a Garden Naturalist. No registration necessary, meet at the Garden’s parking lot.

  • Watch Me Grow 5K

    Bde Maka Ska Bde Maka Ska, Minneapolis, MN, United States
  • Garden Storytime

    Recurring
    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Thursdays, May 7-October 8, 10-10:30 am Sundays, May 17-October 11, 10 am – 10:30am Come for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. […]

  • Plant Swap Party at Graco Park

    Graco Park Sibley St. NE between 8th Ave. NE and 10th Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Join us for a community Plant Swap on Saturday, May 30 from noon-4 pm at Graco Park. This free, drop-in event is open to gardeners and plant lovers of all experience levels. Bring along items to swap or […]

  • Afternoon Birding Stroll

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    Tuesdays, June 2-30, 4-5 pm Join a Naturalist for a late afternoon stroll on the trails in search of the various bird species that call the Garden home. Binoculars are available to borrow. Learn to identify birds by their plumage and songs while walking among the flowers. No registration necessary, meet outside the Martha Crone […]

  • Meadow Makers

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    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Wednesdays, 9:30–11 am, May 20 – September 2, 2026 Join in the meadow-making in Theodore Wirth Regional Park! Stop by the meadow off the entrance drive to the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and join in the weeding and planting fun. No registration required. Stay for as little or as long as you’d like!

  • Trivia Night

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    The Commons 425 Portland Ave South, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Join us for Trivia Night at The Commons!

  • Invertebrate Discovery Walks

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    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Wednesdays, June 3 – June 24, 4:00pm – 5:00pm Join a naturalist on a walk to discover the hidden kingdoms of insects and other invertebrates in the Garden! We'll learn about invertebrate identification, their behavior, and ecology as we observe them on the trails. No registration necessary, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.

  • Garden Storytime

    Recurring
    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Thursdays, May 7-October 8, 10-10:30 am Sundays, May 17-October 11, 10 am – 10:30am Come for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with […]

  • Flower Hour

    Recurring

    Thursdays, May – August, 5-6 pm Join a Naturalist for an hour-long evening walk through the Garden to see the seasonal wildflowers. The plants are the highlight here in this tour. Come learn and unwind in nature in the beautiful Garden. No registration necessary, meet at the Visitor Shelter.

  • Cuentos Infantiles en el Jardín – Spanish Storytime

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    Viernes, 5 de junio – 26 de Agosto, 10:00am – 10:30am ¡Cuentos y actividades sobre la naturaleza dirigidos por un naturalista! No necesita inscribirse; nos reunimos fuera del edificio, Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Niños de 0 a 7 años acompañados con un adulto. _____________________________________________________________ Fridays, June 5 – August 28, from 10:00am – 10:30am Stories […]

  • Early Birders – May-August

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    Saturdays, May – August: 7:30-9:30 am Learn to observe and identify birds by sound and sight as you walk through the Garden and Wirth Park with a Garden Naturalist. No registration necessary, meet at the Garden’s parking lot.

  • Vivie 5K/10K

    Lake Harriet Minneapolis, MN, United States
  • Lymphoma Walk

    Lake Nokomis Minneapolis, MN, United States
  • Garden Storytime

    Recurring
    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Thursdays, May 7-October 8, 10-10:30 am Sundays, May 17-October 11, 10 am – 10:30am Come for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. […]

  • Tree Treks

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    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    First Saturday of the month, 4-5 pm June 6, July 4, August 1, 2026 Third Sunday of the Month, 2-3 pm June 21, July 19, August 16, 2026 Come join […]

  • Break the Cycle

    The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States
  • Afternoon Birding Stroll

    Recurring

    Tuesdays, June 2-30, 4-5 pm Join a Naturalist for a late afternoon stroll on the trails in search of the various bird species that call the Garden home. Binoculars are […]

  • Meadow Makers

    Recurring
    Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Wednesdays, 9:30–11 am, May 20 – September 2, 2026 Join in the meadow-making in Theodore Wirth Regional Park! Stop by the meadow off the entrance drive to the Eloise Butler […]

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