The Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC) is introducing the public to its newly redesigned Plaza this summer by offering free outdoors fitness classes every Saturday from July 17 through August 28. A variety of local fitness businesses have been invited to take their classes outside and onto the Plaza – bringing seven weekends and 15 classes … Continue reading "Summer Fitness on the Plaza"
We’re so excited to announce that Food Truck Wednesday is back! Join us each Wednesday outside of the DRG office as we feature a different local food truck. Featured Food Trucks include: It’s 7am Somewhere Northbound Smokehouse Pharaoh’s Gyros Sandy’s Grill & Italian Ice Market BBQ The Anchor Fish & Chips The trucks will also … Continue reading "DRG Food Truck Wednesday"
Explore the City of Lakes from the water! Look for wildlife while learning the history and water quality issues affecting our urban waterways. Learn paddling techniques and safety tips from our trained Naturalist guides, then explore the water with friends, family and neighbors at your own pace. Canoes, life vests and paddles are included.
Downtown is the place to be each Thursday this summer! Take in the Nicollet Farmers Market and Nicollet Makers Market from 6 am-2 pm (all buses are re-routed for a full pedestrian experience on Nicollet). At Peavey Plaza, enjoy MNSpin live music (12-1 pm), free lawn games (11:30 am-1:30 pm), and piano performances (5-6 pm). … Continue reading "Downtown Thursdays"
Join us every other Thursday starting June 3rd at 9am. The Community Garden is located in the SW corner of Loring Park. Learn how to plant, maintain, and harvest from your local community garden, as well as share and learn recipes for healthy eating! Immerse yourself in hands- on gardening activities while connecting to nature. … Continue reading "Gardening and Healthy Eating"
Head out to The Commons throughout the summer and listen to some free live music! Concerts at the Commons will take place in collaboration with the MN Music Coalition. Check back for the performance schedule, but enjoy music from 5:30-6:30 pm on the dates below. July 1 – Samantha Moon July 8 – Camille Gross July 15 … Continue reading "Concerts at The Commons"
Drop-in on the Walker hillside for a choose-you-own-adventure art-making experience! Local artists will be stationed across the hillside with materials and instructions for creative activities open to all ages and experience levels. Try kite-making, a meditative mandala coloring session, or create your own sculpture with natural materials. Instructions available in English and Spanish.
Senior birders, walkers, outdoor enthusiasts, and everything in between, join us for: Birding in Loring Park. We will be taking weekly walks through Loring Park to learn about bird identification, bird calls, habitat, and more! Every Wednesday at 6pm, through July 28th. Meet in front of Loring Park comunity center.
Enjoy an acoustic night with Mike Bustin at AxeBridge Wine Co! In addition to live music and artisan wine, our kitchen will be open to serve small bites like charcuterie dessert boards!
Morning Meditation in the Garden of the Seasons is a partnership between The Friends of Loring Park and Minneapolis Park and Recreation. All are welcome to participate in a weekly meditation opportunity. No experience is necessary with instruction and or guidance offered upon request.
This summer, join us on Fridays from 10 am to 1 pm for free, drop-in art-making activities in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden! There will be a new project each week and all art supplies will be provided. These sessions are for ages 4 and up, no prior registration is required. Drop-in dates may be cancelled … Continue reading "Friday Art-making in the Garden"
Enjoy the great outdoors while experiencing world-class contemporary art on informative and fun tours led by the Walker’s knowledgeable guides. You’re guaranteed to discover something new, whether it’s your first visit or your 51st! Tours are free and open to the public. These tours are designed for adult audiences, but participants of all ages are … Continue reading "Summer Tour in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden"
Performing around the Midwest, Julie writes and sings lyrics from a place of honesty and vulnerability with influences from a variety of music styles. UMBRA offers a unique musical experience and NEVER a cover charge. The Twin Cities finest musicians performing LIVE in a venue that recreates the intimacy of your living room. Located within … Continue reading "Julie Eddy LIVE at Umbra"
Brought to you by Unleashed Hounds & Hops and the Farmers Market Annex of Minneapolis... Join us for the first ever Minneapolis Pet Market! Every Saturday and Sunday, through the end of September, we will have 10-15 pet-centric businesses for you to peruse from and shop to your heart's content! In addition to showcasing the … Continue reading "Mpls Pet Market"
The 49th annual Twin Cities Pride Festival will be held at Loring Park on July 17 – 18 and will feature local BIPOC and LGBTQ+ vendors, food courts, a beer garden, and music stages. Due to time constraints, Pride is foregoing the Saturday night concert and fireworks this year. Hours will be 10 a.m. – … Continue reading "Twin Cities Pride Festival"
Inspired by classic Chinese stories, music, and movement, this performance will illuminate its essence but reinterpret it for modern audiences including remakes of music and reconstruction of movement styles with both high energy and grace. Lively dance, colorful costumes and an engaging pieces that reflects on nature, includes a tai chi fan performance and is best … Continue reading "CAAM Chinese Dance Theater"
Inspired by classic Chinese stories, music, and movement, this performance will illuminate its essence but reinterpret it for modern audiences including remakes of music and reconstruction of movement styles with both high energy and grace. Lively dance, colorful costumes and an engaging pieces that reflects on nature, includes a tai chi fan performance and is best … Continue reading "CAAM Chinese Dance Theater"
Performing around the Midwest, Julie writes and sings lyrics from a place of honesty and vulnerability with influences from a variety of music styles. UMBRA offers a unique musical experience and NEVER a cover charge. The Twin Cities finest musicians performing LIVE in a venue that recreates the intimacy of your living room. Located within … Continue reading "Julie Eddy LIVE at Umbra"
Brought to you by Unleashed Hounds & Hops and the Farmers Market Annex of Minneapolis... Join us for the first ever Minneapolis Pet Market! Every Saturday and Sunday, through the end of September, we will have 10-15 pet-centric businesses for you to peruse from and shop to your heart's content! In addition to showcasing the … Continue reading "Mpls Pet Market"
The 49th annual Twin Cities Pride Festival will be held at Loring Park on July 17 – 18 and will feature local BIPOC and LGBTQ+ vendors, food courts, a beer garden, and music stages. Due to time constraints, Pride is foregoing the Saturday night concert and fireworks this year. Hours will be 10 a.m. – … Continue reading "Twin Cities Pride Festival"
Enjoy the great outdoors while experiencing world-class contemporary art on informative and fun tours led by the Walker’s knowledgeable guides. You’re guaranteed to discover something new, whether it’s your first visit or your 51st! Tours are free and open to the public. These tours are designed for adult audiences, but participants of all ages are … Continue reading "Summer Tour in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden"