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November 2025
“Jingle All The Way”
Get into the holiday spirit with Jingle All the Way, a festive favorite filmed in the Twin Cities. 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. Sunday, Nov. 30, at the Nicollet Island Pavilion, 40 Power St. Doors open: 6:30 pm, movie starts: 7 pm. Free.
Find out more »December 2025
Puppet Art Adventures
Sunday, Dec. 14, Silverwood Park. Watch some kooky animal puppets as they stop Trasher the Trash Can from trashing nature. Performance begins promptly at 1 pm. After the show, try your hand at making an art project related to the show until 3 pm. or join a naturalist-led exploration from 1:30–2 pm. Join the Walk with a Naturalist at 2 pm for a longer nature hike, or stay and make art throughout the afternoon. Free. Drop in any time. Participants…
Find out more »Walk With a Naturalist
Join a naturalist for a walk along the trails. Observe seasonal changes happening across the habitats and landscapes. Bring binoculars if you have them or some will be available to borrow at the park. Drop-ins welcome. Hike departs shortly after 2 pm from in front of the visitor center. Participants ages 11 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather. Sunday, Dec. 14, 2-3 pm, Silverwood Park. Free.
Find out more »January 2026
SPARK! Art and Nature for People Living with Memory Loss
Thursday, Dec. 11, Silverwood Park. People living with memory loss and their caregivers explore the simple beauty of nature, the joy of art making and how they enrich our lives. Each month features a new topic about the current season or the gallery show on display. The formal program lasts from 10–11 am, the last 30 minutes will be for continued socializing, outdoor time or art making. Reservations recommended: (763) 694-7707. You will receive an email from the instructor with…
Find out more »February 2026
Irish Dance Party
It's a month early but Minneapolis Parks and Recreation will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an Irish Dance Party on Sunday, Feb. 15, 3-6 pm at the Nicollet Island Pavilion, 40 Power St.. Wear your favorite green and get ready to step, stomp and shuffle to the lively rhythms of traditional Irish dance. Lessons are welcoming and beginner-friendly, with plenty to enjoy for seasoned dancers too. No fancy shoes needed — tennis shoes or soft-soled shoes work great. Mactír Academy…
Find out more »March 2026
S’Mores and More
Saturday, March 21, Water Works Park, 425 W River Pkwy, 1-4 pm. Free s'mores for the first 500 people. Free coffee and hot chocolate. Strava, Run the Park series 5k run and 2-mile walk begins at 1 pm. Learn how to play Nordic yard games Kubb and Molkky. Ice lantern making and park decorating.
Find out more »Graco Park Puzzle Competition
Put your puzzling skills to the test at the Graco Park Puzzle Competition. Teams will race against the clock to complete a 500-piece puzzle in this friendly but competitive event. Two competition times are available - 10 am and 2 pm, each has 10 team spots available. Teams will have 3 hours to complete the puzzle. Each team gets to keep the puzzle they assemble during the competition. Registration is $25 per team (only one person per team should register).…
Find out more »May 2026
Plant Swap Party
Graco Park, 810 Sibley St. NE, Saturday, May 30, 12-4 pm. Bring something to trade—plants, cuttings, seedlings, seeds, pots or tools—or just come by and see what you find. Use the repotting station. Not into plants? Hands-on art and craft activities will be held throughout the afternoon, visit the photo booth. Bonus: MPRB will give away a limited number of flower, vegetable, and herb plants—first come, first served.
Find out more »June 2026
Fitness & Cops
Get a workout in with the CHPD. Adults ages 18+ are invited to join Columbia Heights police officers at the Fitness Court® Studio at Sullivan Lake Park, 721 51st Ave. NE, on Sunday, June 7, 5-7 pm.
Find out more »Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra at Father Hennepin
Approximately 40 mandolin, mandola, mandocello, octave mandolin, guitar and string bass players will take the stage at Father Hennepin Bluff, 420 Main St. SE, Tuesday, June 9, 7 pm. They play a mix of classical, old-time, 20th-century popular, and world music.
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