National Park Week
Apr
20
to Apr 28

National Park Week

The week of festivities officially begins with an entrance fee-free day, when all national parks are free of charge on April 20th, 2024. The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area is free year-round, although some partner parks, museums and historical sites within the MNRRA boundaries require parking passes or charge admission fees. Spend National Park Week learning about all six national park sites in Minnesota and start planning your next adventures.

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Upper St. Anthony Falls Ranger-programming Season Opener
May
25
10:00 AM10:00

Upper St. Anthony Falls Ranger-programming Season Opener

  • Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam will open to the public for the 2023 summer season from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Hours are below:

  • Monday - Thursday: 11 - 4 PM (Ranger led tours at 2 PM)

  • Saturday - Sunday (and Monday Holidays) 10 AM - 4 PM (Ranger led tours at 11 AM and 2 PM)

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Mississippi River Paddle Weekend
Jun
7
to Jun 9

Mississippi River Paddle Weekend

  • Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Paddle your canoe, kayak, or stand up paddleboard on the Mississippi River!. Join the 3rd annual Mississippi River Paddle Weekend is June 7-9, 2024.

The Paddle Weekend is presented by 1mississippi.org and includes an event for every skill level: five canoe and kayak races and a recreational tour. The tours and races, from 5 to 150 miles, are for everyone from beginners to experienced paddlers.

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Yoga, In Practice
Jun
8
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Yoga, In Practice
Jun
15
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Yoga, In Practice
Jun
22
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Yoga, In Practice
Jun
29
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Yoga, In Practice
Jul
6
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Yoga, In Practice
Jul
13
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Yoga, In Practice
Jul
20
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Park After Dark
Jul
26
8:00 PM20:00

Park After Dark

Explore Crosby Farm Regional Park’s nocturnal side. Enjoy guided night hikes and discover bats, owls, fireflies and other wildlife that come alive at night. Special lighting will be used to attract an array of moths and other insects.  

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Yoga, In Practice
Jul
27
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Yoga, In Practice
Aug
3
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Yoga, In Practice
Aug
10
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Yoga, In Practice
Aug
17
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Park After Dark
Aug
23
8:00 PM20:00

Park After Dark

Explore Crosby Farm Regional Park’s nocturnal side. Enjoy guided night hikes and discover bats, owls, fireflies and other wildlife that come alive at night. Special lighting will be used to attract an array of moths and other insects.  

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Yoga, In Practice
Aug
24
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga, In Practice

Make a commitment to yourself by waking up Saturday morning immersed in nature. Release the week's stress back into the soil and nourish the land with energy. Join Mississippi Park Connection and yoga teachers from Peace in Practice down at Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul for a morning of release and renewal.

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Park After Dark
Sep
20
8:00 PM20:00

Park After Dark

Explore Crosby Farm Regional Park’s nocturnal side. Enjoy guided night hikes and discover bats, owls, fireflies and other wildlife that come alive at night. Special lighting will be used to attract an array of moths and other insects.  

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National Park Week Party
Apr
23
5:30 PM17:30

National Park Week Party

Toast your Mississippi River during National Park Week! Join us for an evening of fun, discovery, and appreciation for the wonders of the Mississippi River! Gather with staff, volunteers, and members passionate about the Mississippi River during this informal open house.

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Citywide Spring Cleanup
Apr
20
9:00 AM09:00
Volunteer

Citywide Spring Cleanup

  • Hidden Falls Regional Park (North Gate) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Celebrate Earth Day at the 38th annual Citywide Spring Cleanup! Join forces with your neighbors to clean up the litter in our parks and neighborhood streets. Mississippi Park Connection and Mississippi National River and Recreation Area are hosting the cleanup at Hidden Falls Regional Park (North Gate). Stop by any time between 9 am-11:30 am..

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Pillar Forum: Climate Happy Hour
Apr
4
5:30 PM17:30

Pillar Forum: Climate Happy Hour

Pillar Forum is hosting a Climate Happy Hour and partnering with Mississippi Park Connection!

The talented Emmy Woods will play music and all patrons will receive buy-one-get-one happy hour deals! Round up for Mississippi Park Connection to support climate change impact work in the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area.

No registration required.

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Lunch n' Learn Series: What Do We Eat?
Feb
29
12:00 PM12:00
Volunteer

Lunch n' Learn Series: What Do We Eat?

  • Virtual session via Microsoft Teams (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thursday, February 29; 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Virtual Talk with Chris Stein, National Park Service

Join Chris Stein for a virtual talk to learn more about the Midwest Region’s National Heritage Area Program and Operation Pollination. Ranger Chris will discuss the crucial role of protecting pollinators and present on the nine designated National Heritage Areas. Discover how this program is fostering global connections to safeguard pollinators in your yard.

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Junior Ranger Discovery Table
Dec
18
to Dec 31

Junior Ranger Discovery Table

  • Mississippi River Visitor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us at the Mississippi River Visitor Center for a delightful event from December 16th to December 31st, 2023, between 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM. This unique opportunity enables you to engage with our knowledgeable Park Rangers and pose intriguing questions. Participate in a discovery table with junior ranger activities and games. Earn the Junior Ranger badge from your national park after completing the Junior Ranger activity booklet.

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Give To The Max Day
Nov
16
12:00 AM00:00

Give To The Max Day

Embrace the abundance of this season, and support Mississippi Park Connection's goal of raising $40,000 to serve the Mississippi River to the Max! Your generosity helps increase the capacity for youth education, environmental stewardship, and community connections on the river. Whether you’re coming to the Mississippi River for the first time or walk in the park daily, you can benefit from the visitor services and recreation, education, and park programs our donors support in the park. 

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Forest Bathing
Oct
21
1:30 PM13:30

Forest Bathing

This event especially welcomes those impacted by cancer, either directly or indirectly, and provides a positive outlet towards recovery, healing, gratitude, connection, remembrance, resilience, and hope. Healthcare practitioners are encouraged to join.

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