Events

Owámni: Falling Water Festival, a celebration of indigenous Minnesota cultures.  Owámni is what the Dakota called the area at St. Anthony Falls. It means, whirling or falling water in the Dakota language, making it an appropriate name for this festival along the Mississippi River. This free, family-friendly event, is co-presented by the Minneapolis Park & […]

Adults and Families will share in a variety of watershed activities as we Bike, Walk and Play on the Mississippi! We will start at Bohemian Flats and make our way to Winchell Trail along West River Parkway. Participate in as many activities as you wish. Special guest, local artist Sarah Nassif will join us to […]

Come and meet your neighbors and neighborhood youth. Tour Pershing Recreation Center and get to know the staff and new Director. Each month will feature a theme and have events and crafts that coordinate to the theme.

We will provide all the materials to carve some spooky pumpkins and enjoy some pizza

Come on down to Bryant Square for some Pumpkin Carving.

We will provide all the materials to carve some spooky pumpkins and roast some delicious pumpkin seeds. Apple cider and snacks will be provided.

Let's face it, Loring Park is a dog-centric kind of park! Bring your pooch to strut their stuff in costume this October. Also enjoy a bonfire and smores. Prizes will be awarded. Even if you don't have a pup of your own, this event will be fun to attend! Dogs must be on a leash […]

Mummies and Monsters! Meet up at Powderhorn for a preschool-friendly morning of Halloween fun. Kids can run, ride and play in the gym, but we'll also have a craft and treats for your little monsters. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. To help us plan, please pre-register.

A special trick-or-treat event designed for young children and their parents. This party is designed for children under 6-years-old. Wear your costume and bring your parents for a morning of […]

We will have fun and spooky activities games filled with snacks, refreshments, candy, and treat bags for those 15 years old and under. Come down to the park dressed in […]

We will have fun and spooky activities games filled with snacks, refreshments, candy, and treat bags for those 15 years old and under. Come down to the park dressed in […]

Come enjoy your favorite things about Fall at this free event hosted by Minneapolis Parks and Recreation! All activities will be free and food and alcohol will be available for […]

A special party just for little BOO'S and GHOUL'S! You can work on spells while making a spooktacular craft. Mix up some messy madness and make a snack. Shake your […]

Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Voll-o-ween! We will be hosting the first week of Volleyball games. In addition, we have a day of fun activities planned for players, […]

Happy Halloween! Bring your little ghosts and goblins to the Van Cleve Halloween party. Age appropriate games, activities and treats all culminate in a magic show at the end! It […]

A special party just for little BOO'S and GHOUL'S! You can work on spells while making a spooktacular craft. Mix up some messy madness and make a snack. Shake your […]

Join us at the Farview Park Fall Festival. We will be having several fall activities like pumpkin decorating, crafts, food, and music. All ages are welcome. Sign up now and […]

Participants are invited to bring their pups to McRae to enjoy fun activities including tricks-for-treating in the park and a costume contest. Treats will be available for dogs and humans […]

Join us while we learn about the Mexican Holiday; Dia de los muertos and its traditions. We will make offering crafts, try traditional treats, and play the movie Coco in […]

Trunk or Treat is a new alternative to the traditional idea of going house to house trick or treating. Costumed Kiddos will go from car trunk to trunk collecting candy […]