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 for a Walk with a Naturalist in Loring Park at 11 am on July 8th and 22nd, and August 12th and 26th. Each walk, we will learn about different aspects of our ecosystem including pollinators, plants, and our parks! We'll meet in front of Loring Recreation Center.
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"
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 outing at Target Field watching the Twins, and take in mpls downtown activities, restaurants and entertainment before and after the game.
Join the Twin Cities River Rats for a humorous, family-friendly water ski show on the Mississippi River. Watch high-flying stunts, fast-paced barefooting, graceful swivel skiing, and even human pyramids courtesy of the talented Twin Cities River Rats crew. Bring beach towels or lawn chairs and enjoy this free water ski show for the whole family along the … Continue reading "River Rats Aquatennial Water Ski Show"
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"
Join the Twin Cities River Rats for a humorous, family-friendly water ski show on the Mississippi River. Watch high-flying stunts, fast-paced barefooting, graceful swivel skiing, and even human pyramids courtesy of the talented Twin Cities River Rats crew. Bring beach towels or lawn chairs and enjoy this free water ski show for the whole family along the … Continue reading "River Rats Aquatennial Water Ski Show"
Enjoy an outing at Target Field watching the Twins, and take in mpls downtown activities, restaurants and entertainment before and after the game.
Enjoy improv comedy at the Finnegans taproom from our friends at Danger Boat Comedy! Enjoy some laughs and a couple pints of your summertime favorites.
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 MPLS Yoga Summer Series is a donation-based outdoor yoga session at Target Field Station. Two or three Saturdays a month through September 25th, 10am-11am.
Tickets on sale beginning July 1 Take a guided walking tour of the Minneapolis riverfront and learn about its dramatic past and bright future. Visit the historic district at St. Anthony Falls, once the milling center of the world and now a growing cultural, recreational, and residential neighborhood. Stop along the Stone Arch Bridge for … Continue reading "Minneapolis Riverfront Walking Tour"
Join the Twin Cities River Rats for a humorous, family-friendly water ski show on the Mississippi River. Watch high-flying stunts, fast-paced barefooting, graceful swivel skiing, and even human pyramids courtesy of the talented Twin Cities River Rats crew. Bring beach towels or lawn chairs and enjoy this free water ski show for the whole family along the … Continue reading "River Rats Aquatennial Water Ski Show"
Enjoy an outing at Target Field watching the Twins, and take in mpls downtown activities, restaurants and entertainment before and after the game.
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"
Tickets on sale beginning July 1 Experience Minneapolis history through the stories of working people in one of the most bike-friendly cities in the country. Learn about the Gateway District’s history as a haven (and epicenter of vice) for off-season railroad workers and lumberjacks, uncover the dangers of the sawmilling industry at Boom Island Park, … Continue reading "Workers History Bike Tour"
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"
Enjoy an outing at Target Field watching the Twins, and take in mpls downtown activities, restaurants and entertainment before and after the game.
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