Winter Whirl
Join us for an afternoon of winter fun, fire pits, hot cocoa, activities in the gym, and much more!
30 events found.
Events
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Phelps Field Park 701 E 39th St, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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Winter Solstice Celebration
Carl W. Kroening Nature Center 4900 Mississippi Court, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesRejoice the coming of longer days with an evening of celestial fun. Take a nature walk along a glowing luminary trail, then make your own luminary to bring home. Play winter themed games and enjoy the warmth of a bonfire.
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Winter Break Skating Rink Kick Off
Longfellow Recreation Center Minneapolis, MN, United StatesJoin us for the kickoff to the skating season at Longfellow Park.
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MPRB Board of Commissioners Annual Meeting
Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Headquarters 2117 West River Road N, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThe Agenda for the Friday January 2, 2026 MPRB Board of Commissioners Annual Meeting can be located at: Agenda.NET The Friday January 2, MPRB Board of Commissioners meeting will be held in-person at the Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Headquarters 2117 West River Road N Minneapolis, MN 55411. The meeting is open for the […]
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Winter Bash
Harrison Recreation Center 503 N Irving Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesCome enjoy food, music, and games with the community at Harrison Rec Center's Winter Bash! All youth participants who attend will have a chance to win a gift as part of toy raffle. Hope to see you there!
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Winter Early Birders at the Beach
Theo Wirth Lake Wirth Lake, Golden Valley, MN, United StatesClick 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 […]
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Noon Nature Stroll
Wirth Lake Beach 3200 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis, MNMondays: 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 are the perfect way to move your body, soak up some daylight, and connect with others for a revitalizing midday break. Meet at Wirth Lake […]
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Winter Tracks & Wildlife Walk (AM)
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesTuesdays: 10 am-11:15 am January 6 and March 3, 2026 Take a guided walk with a garden naturalist – we’ll look for signs of wildlife, including their tracks, to see who is moving about the winter landscape. Meet at The Trailhead, 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy. No registration necessary.
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Winter Tracks & Wildlife Walk (PM)
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesTuesdays: 1-2:15 pm January 6 and March 3, 2026 Take a guided walk with a garden naturalist – we’ll look for signs of wildlife, including their tracks, to see who is moving about the winter landscape. Meet at The Trailhead, 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy. No registration necessary.
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Knitting Near Nature
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States11:30 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 fellow crafters by the fire at The Trailhead to knit crochet, and craft in community. All experience levels are welcome! Limited supplies available. Meet at […]
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MPRB Board of Commissioners Meeting
Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Headquarters 2117 West River Road N, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThe Agenda for the Wednesday January 7, 2026 MPRB Board of Commissioners Meeting can be located at: Agenda.NET The Wednesday January 7, MPRB Board of Commissioners meeting will be held in-person at the Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Headquarters 2117 West River Road N Minneapolis, MN 55411. The meeting is open for the public […]
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Nature Storytime at The Trailhead
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThursdays: 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 winter. Make a fun themed craft as a memory to take with you! Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. Join a naturalist for […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Water Works Park
Water Works at Mill Ruins Park 425 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesDrop 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 […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Graco Park
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 […]
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RESCHEDULED – Fire and Ice Family Skate Night
Linden Hills Recreation Center 3100 W 43rd St, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesFire and Ice Family Skate Night scheduled for January 9th at Linden Hills has been POSTPONED until January 23rd due to rink conditions. 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 night with your family […]
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RESCHEDULED – Fire and Ice-Skating Party
Armatage Park 2500 W 57th St, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesFire N Ice event has been RESCHEDULED to Friday Jan 30th at Armatage park. Join us at Armatage Park for our annual Fire & Ice Family Skating party! Grab your mittens and hat for this outdoor neighborhood celebration. Enjoy a night with your family and friends skating or keep warm with hot chocolate and bonfire. […]
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RESCEDULED – Fire & Ice Family Skating Party
Kenny Park West 58th Street 1328, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United StatesFire N Ice RESCHEDULED to Saturday Jan 31st at Kenny Park. Join us at Kenny Park for our annual Fire & Ice Family Skating party! Grab your mittens and hat for this outdoor neighborhood celebration. Enjoy a night with your family and friends skating or keep warm with hot chocolate and bonfire. No registration required, […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Water Works Park
Water Works at Mill Ruins Park 425 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesDrop 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 […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Graco Park
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 […]
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Luminary and Skating Party
Bryant Square Park 3101 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesLuminary and Skating Party Hosted By South Uptown and Bryant Square Park Lot's of luminaries around the skating rink with Music, Skating, Bonfire and Hot Cocoa!
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Noon Nature Stroll
Wirth Lake Beach 3200 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis, MNMondays: 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 are the perfect way to move your body, soak up some daylight, and connect with others for a revitalizing midday break. Meet at Wirth Lake […]
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Winterscapes: Beyond the Leaves (AM)
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesTuesdays: 10:00-11:15 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 we’ll dive into the natural history of trees and their unique adaptations for winter survival. Meet at The Trailhead, 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy. No registration […]
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Winterscapes: Beyond the Leaves (PM)
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 we’ll dive into the natural history of trees and their unique adaptations for winter survival. Meet at The Trailhead, 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy. No registration […]
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Community Sing-A-Long
Loring Park Loring Park, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Pop Up Dance Party – Bryant Square
Bryant Square Park 3101 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThat 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 […]
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Nature Storytime at The Trailhead
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThursdays: 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 winter. Make a fun themed craft as a memory to take with you! Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. Join a naturalist for […]
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Willard Park Improvements Feedback – Online Meeting
Virtual ProgramJoin 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 […]
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Knitting Near Nature
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States11:30 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 fellow crafters by the fire at The Trailhead to knit crochet, and craft in community. All experience levels are welcome! Limited supplies available. Meet at […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Water Works Park
Water Works at Mill Ruins Park 425 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesDrop 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 […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Graco Park
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 […]
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