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There’s always something fun to do in St. Louis Park. Explore the links on the left to learn more about parks and trails, Westwood Hills Nature Center, the Aquatic Park, the Oak Hill Park Splash Pad, recreational programs, summer concerts and more.
Below are a few upcoming communitywide events. This page is updated regularly, so check back often for more great events! To view a complete list of events and meetings, view the city calendar.
You can also sign up to receive email/text notification of upcoming events!
Walk the Park
Join us at our community walking event where we’ll meet for a 1 to 2-mile leisure walk the second Saturday of every month to explore parts of the St. Louis Park trail system. Walk the Park is free for all ages and is held from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
If it is raining, snowing or the temperature is below 40 degrees, we will walk inside the St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S. (meet at door #1 in the front).
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| Sept. 19 | Bass Lake Preserve/George Haun Trail, meet at Melrose Center parking lot, 3525 Monterey Drive |
Rollin' at the ROC
ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive
Get ready to roll with us at the ROC! Rollin' at the ROC is an exciting roller-skating program for all ages, where everyone is welcome. Whether you’re a pro on wheels or just starting out, join us for some fun on the rink. Enjoy great music, exercise and a fun community atmosphere. Come roll the night away! The event is for all ages. Concessions will be available for purchase.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Aug. 27 |
6 – 8 p.m. * Twin Cities Skaters will be there giving free roller-skating lessons. |
| Sept. 10 | 6 – 8 p.m. |
| Sept. 24 |
6 – 8 p.m. * Twin Cities Skaters will be there with a DJ. There will also be a special roller-skating performance from Wheels of Expression. |
- Fee: $5 per person (includes roller skate rental if needed, limited supply available)
Movies in the Park
Get your popcorn ready, free outdoor movie nights are back! Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and your own snacks. The movies are for all ages.
| Day | Time | Movie | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 27 | 8:15 p.m. | Minecraft | Ainsworth Park, 7700 W. 18th St. |
| Sept. 4 | 8 p.m. | Zootopia 2 | Fern Hill Park, 4421 W. 28th St. |
| Sept. 19 | 8 p.m. | Super Mario Galaxy | Aquila Park, 3110 Xylon Ave. S. |
| Sept. 26 | 8 p.m. | Wicked 2 | Browndale Park, 4525 Morningside Road |
- Fee: free, no registration required
Welcoming Week
Sept. 10 – 19
Launched in 2012 by Welcoming America, Welcoming Week provides individuals and organizations the opportunity to bring together neighbors of all backgrounds to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in achieving collective prosperity. For the City of St. Louis Park’s Welcoming Week celebration, the community will be invited to participate in daily opportunities to “Be a Welcomer” in your neighborhood. Stay tuned for more details on how to participate.
St. Louis Park Art Fair
Sept. 19 (rescheduled from Sept. 12)
ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive
The St. Louis Park Art Fair is made possible by a partnership between Friends of the Arts and the City of St. Louis Park. St. Louis Park has a growing art fair, bringing the community together and celebrating local artists and makers. The event is for all ages.