St. Louis Park Rec Center

Dads of Down Syndrome (DODs) is launching its first annual “DODs Days” music festival fundraiser! The free outdoor festival will feature an energetic lineup of live bands and DJs, a Kids Rave, family-friendly activities, food trucks, and a beer garden with beverages provided by NOLO’s Kitchen, all in support of the organization’s mission to build community and empower fathers raising children with Down syndrome and differing abilities. Admission to DODs Days is free, though attendees are encouraged to register in advance.
The festival will feature a full afternoon and evening of live entertainment, including performances by:
<ul><li>Twin Star Rocket</li><li>The White Keys</li><li>DJ Benny Nord and Up! Entertainment will host an epic “Kids’ Rave” designed especially for young attendees</li><li>Marvelous</li></ul>
Beverages curated by NOLO’s Kitchen will include beer, wine, and specialty cocktails and mocktails. Several food trucks will be onsite during the event, including Parlour, Red’s Savoy, and Revival.
St. Louis Park-based Steel Toe Brewing has also created a custom “DODs Hazy IPA” which will debut at DODs Days.
DODs Days will also bring together several organizations that support families and individuals with Down syndrome and other developmental differences.

Local Event: DODs Days Family Music Festival 

Hennepin County

St. Louis Park

Minnesota

DODs Days Family Music Festival 

Dads of Down Syndrome (DODs) is launching its first annual “DODs Days” music festival fundraiser! The free outdoor festival...

St. Louis Park ROC

Come join the St. Louis Park Lions Club for a delicious community pancake breakfast featuring free vision screenings for children. Tickets are available for $10, and children 5 and under eat for free, with all proceeds benefiting community service projects and donations.

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65th Annual Pancake Breakfast

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Join us for a celebration in the Rec Center Banquet Room as we say goodbye to our 2025-2026 St. Louis Park Parktacular Ambassadors.

Local Event: St. Louis Park Parktacular Ambassador Farewell

St. Louis Park Parktacular Ambassador Farewell

Join us for a celebration in the Rec Center Banquet Room as we say goodbye to our 2025-2026 St. Louis Park Parktacular...

Join us as we kick off Parktacular 2026 at the St. Louis Park Rec Center Aquatic Park from 5-8 p.m. with an evening of fun in the water. Free entry when you show your Parktacular Button, on sale soon. More info at <a href="https://parktacular.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExTEJoZXVyMno2TVN0T2E3ZXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7fh6nFAmxnZQ8EbNmV7eZgt-kAHEpDS7kDR2RowTWDpIMh36vpMTkrk2ygLw_aem_LIwplpLtR3Wqb5crWfKnUQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Parktacular.org.</a>

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Splash Into Summer Pool Event

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Wolfe Park Pond, St Louis Park, MN, 55416

After the Parktacular Grand Day Parade, stop by Wolfe Park for Kidtacular activities including the popular Tommy’s School of Fishing for kids sponsored by Citizens Independent Bank. Join SLP’s resident fishing expert Tommy at Wolfe Park Pond and learn the basics, as well as pro fishing tips. Afterwards, kids and families are invited to keep fishing the stocked pond until 6 p.m. with your own rods and reels. Note that anglers 16 and older must be licensed. More info at <a href="https://parktacular.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExTEJoZXVyMno2TVN0T2E3ZXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR50rcPXRvEXTYF0OwVNfdBrTWDmgAwDyMPhAAfyrXXqnjherOlRRialEFCeJw_aem_14PikiOxg3rw-8H0b_FgZA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Parktacular.org.</a>

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Tommy's School of Fishing for kids at Parktacular

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Bring a blanket or chair, grab a spot along the route and wave to the parade as it marches by, including marching bands, entertainers, ambassadors and other members of our community. More info at <a href="https://parktacular.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExTEJoZXVyMno2TVN0T2E3ZXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5DIRK4tSlCmziMML0HC4HwrqxKZWWPw-32qi9_otvO0Bi641FmFliPJ4xGEg_aem_M8zKFX2GrAadvegbeVoWfw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Parktacular.org.</a>

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Parktacular Grand Day Parade

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Wolfe Park, W 38th St, St Louis Park, MN, 55416

After the Grand Day Parade, bring your favorite pups and meet us in Wolfe (Woof!) Park for the Parktacular Doggy Parade. Show off your dog’s favorite outfit or costume for the chance to win prizes from Bone Marché pet market. We’ll gather at the Wolfe Park Pavilion (watch for signs) and march across the park to celebrate the opening of our Business Expo and Kidtacular events. See you there, tails wagging!

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Parktacular Doggy Parade & Costume Contest

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Wolfe Park, St Louis Park, MN, 55416

After the Grand Day Parade, stop by Wolfe Park near the Rec Center for family friendly activities for all ages, including a petting zoo, juggling demonstrations, live music, Tommy’s School of Fishing for kids at the pond and much more. You can also grab some delicious food from your favorite food trucks. Open 1:30-6 p.m. More info at <a href="https://parktacular.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExTEJoZXVyMno2TVN0T2E3ZXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5zAxpRkz1zDMLj0ZPnSx40W_Z7vcaKuP7oUjBrRoAwMnBO4tK8qIWsK5wi-A_aem_3_GHFDcuVdujicUlAyQR-Q" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Parktacular.org.</a>

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Kidtacular family fun at Parktacular

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Stroll along the paths in Wolfe Park and learn about St. Louis Park area organizations and businesses, gather information, freebies and more and grab delicious food from your favorite food trucks. Visit <a href="https://parktacular.org/parktacular-expo?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExTEJoZXVyMno2TVN0T2E3ZXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7fh6nFAmxnZQ8EbNmV7eZgt-kAHEpDS7kDR2RowTWDpIMh36vpMTkrk2ygLw_aem_LIwplpLtR3Wqb5crWfKnUQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Parktacular.org/parktacular-expo</a> to learn more and apply to promote your business at the Expo. (Application deadline: June 7)

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Parktacular Business Expo

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Pavek Museum of Electronic Communication

The Pavek Museum’s 1st annual Video Game Night &amp; Tournament is on Saturday, June 20, 2026!
Calling all gamers! Jump into an exciting video game night and casual tournament featuring a variety of vintage video games around the Museum for free play. Compete for a prize or play and connect with fellow players. No matter your experience level, there’s fun to be had. Grab your controller, choose a player, and join the action!
The first hour and a half will feature free play, and then the <a href="https://mariokart8.nintendo.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Mario Kart 8</a> racing tournament will begin, with a chance to win a cash prize! Free play will continue during the tournament.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Children 14 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
For more information, check out the FAQ section below!
Details:
<ul><li>4:00 p.m. – Doors Open/Free Play Begins</li></ul>
<ul><li>5:30 p.m. – Mario Kart 8 Racing Tournament Begins</li></ul>
Tickets:
The Pavek Museum of Electronic Communication is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supported by public contributions. Ticket prices reflect the cost of the event, and all proceeds directly advance the Museum’s mission to connect generations, inspire innovation, and preserve history.
<ul><li>Free Play Ticket: $20</li></ul>
<ul><li>Free Play Ticket &amp; Tournament Entry: $50</li></ul>
Don’t wait to get your ticket, space is limited!
Consoles Available (games will vary by console):
<ul><li>Vintage Arcade Games (loaned by SolSta Records &amp; Record Breakers Micro Arcade)</li><li>Atari 2600+</li><li>Nintendo 64</li><li>PlayStation 2</li><li>Xbox</li><li>Xbox 360</li><li>Nintendo Wii</li><li>Nintendo Switch</li><li>Atari 7800+</li></ul>
More to come, stay tuned for updates!
We are accepting console and game loans up until June 6. To donate or loan, contact us at rita@pavekmuseum.org.

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Challenge Accepted: Video Game Night

The Pavek Museum’s 1st annual Video Game Night & Tournament is on Saturday, June 20, 2026!
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Rock the night away at Parktacular with an energetic mix of hits from Twin Cities rock band Lipstick-N-Dynamite in Wolfe Park, sponsored by Park Glen Apartments in SLP. This event is free and gates will open at 5:30 for the 6 p.m. show.

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Rock the Park with Lipstick-N-Dynamite

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Johnny Cake Ridge Park East

APPLE VALLEY, MN — Apple Valley’s Fourth of July fireworks are set for Saturday, July 4, as part of the city’s annual Freedom Days celebration.
The fireworks show is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. at Johnny Cake Ridge Park East, 5800 140th St. W., according to Apple Valley Freedom Days organizers.
The July 4 schedule also includes an 8 a.m. Fun Run at Johnny Cake Ridge Park West, 14225 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, and an 11 a.m. Red, White and Barbecue event at American Legion Post 1776, 14521 Granada Drive.
Apple Valley’s Fourth of July parade will step off at 1 p.m. The pre-fireworks party is scheduled from 3 to 9:30 p.m. at Johnny Cake Ridge Park East.
The pre-fireworks event will include music, dancing, games, food vendors and a playground for kids. Woody is scheduled to perform from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Food trucks will close at 9 p.m. ahead of the fireworks show, according to organizers.
A fireworks rain date is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at Johnny Cake Ridge Park East.

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Apple Valley-Rosemount

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EXCELSIOR, MN — Lake Minnetonka’s Fourth of July fireworks are set for Saturday, July 4, at Excelsior Commons.
The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce hosts the only public Fourth of July fireworks event on Lake Minnetonka, according to organizers.
The celebration is expected to include a full day of activities in downtown Excelsior and along the lakefront, beginning early in the morning and lasting until after dark.
The Excelsior Firecracker Run is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. Saturday, with 10K, 5K and 1-mile options. The race route will take runners through Excelsior, Shorewood, Deephaven and Greenwood.
The day’s schedule is also expected to include family activities, live music and food vendors at Excelsior Commons.
Fireworks are scheduled for 9:50 p.m. over Lake Minnetonka.
Visitors should check the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce website for the latest schedule, parking information and weather-related updates before heading out.

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Lake Minnetonka

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Veterans Park

RICHFIELD, MN — Richfield’s Fourth of July fireworks are set for Saturday, July 4, at Veterans Park.
The fireworks celebration is scheduled from 3 to 10:30 p.m., according to Richfield 4th of July organizers. Fireworks are set to begin at 10 p.m.
The celebration will include food, drinks, live music and a fireworks display. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and bring a chair or blanket.
Veterans Park is located at 6335 Portland Ave. in Richfield.
The fireworks celebration is part of Richfield’s annual Fourth of July festival, which also includes a parade, live music, food trucks and other community events.

Local Event: Richfield July 4 Fireworks 2026: What To Know

Richfield

Richfield July 4 Fireworks 2026: What To Know

RICHFIELD, MN — Richfield’s Fourth of July fireworks are set for Saturday, July 4, at Veterans Park.
The fireworks celebration...

EAGAN, MN — Eagan’s July 4th Funfest will return this summer with fireworks, a parade, carnival rides and family activities.
The fireworks display is scheduled for 10 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at the Eagan Festival Grounds, 1501 Central Parkway, according to organizers.
The Fourth of July celebration will also include a 10 a.m. parade along Yankee Doodle Road between Blue Cross Road and Central Parkway.
Other July 4 events include an 11 a.m. kids dance at the Ambassador Stage and carnival activities beginning at 11 a.m. at the Eagan Festival Grounds.
Funfest events begin earlier in the week, including a carnival preview day from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 2, and carnival activities beginning at 4 p.m. Friday, July 3.
Visitors should check the Eagan July 4th Funfest website for the latest schedule, parking information and weather-related updates before heading out.

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Eagan

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M Health Fairview Sports Center

WOODBURY, MN — Woodbury's Fourth of July fireworks are back this year at M Health Fairview Sports Center.
The city's Fourth of July Hometown Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, with festivities beginning at 6 p.m., according to the city of Woodbury. The fireworks display is set to begin at 10 p.m.
Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and outdoor games. Families can also use Madison's Place playground and the outdoor splash pad, which is open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., according to the city.
Entertainment will include The Silver Alchemist, bounce houses and the fireworks display.
Food trucks and concessions are also planned, including Hydration Shuttle, Original Hockey Mom Brownies, Thai Thai Street Food, Now That's Waffles, KCM Eggroll, Whiskey Creek BBQ, Big Ben's Kettle Corn, El Mexicano Grill, Matt's Bar Food Truck, Kona Ice and Taulelle Concessions.
M Health Fairview Sports Center is located south of Bailey Road and east of Radio Drive, next to East Ridge High School.
Motorists are encouraged to park in the sports center and East Ridge High School parking lots. Parking will not be allowed along Bailey Road, Radio Drive, Pioneer Drive or Hargis Parkway, according to the city.
Pedestrians should use all crosswalks.
The city said the celebration is planned to proceed in most weather conditions. However, the event may be delayed, modified or postponed in the event of severe weather, including thunderstorms, high winds or lightning.

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Water Works Park

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Minneapolis' signature Fourth of July celebration will return to the downtown riverfront this summer.
Red, White &amp; BOOM! is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Water Works Park and along West River Parkway, according to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.
The all-day event is expected to draw more than 50,000 people and will end with fireworks over the Mississippi River at 10 p.m.
The day will begin with the Run the Parks 5K and 2K Walk at 8 a.m., followed by outdoor yoga at Water Works Park at 10 a.m.
Food trucks are scheduled to open at 11 a.m. and serve along West River Parkway near Water Works Park. Additional food options will be available on the east riverfront near Main Street, according to organizers.
The afternoon schedule includes trivia from noon to 2 p.m., dance performances at Water Works Park and a 7:30 p.m. aerial performance by Unicorn Art Circus.
Sawyer's Dream, an Americana rock band, is scheduled to perform from 8 to 10 p.m. at Mill Ruins Park before the fireworks show.
West River Parkway will be closed from 11th Avenue South to Fourth Avenue North beginning at 10 a.m. The road is expected to reopen after pedestrian traffic clears, around 11 p.m., according to the Park Board.
Organizers said downtown parking will be limited and encouraged visitors to bike, walk or take transit. Free Metro Transit rides will be available to Red, White &amp; BOOM! from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday.
Food and beverage sales will end at 9:45 p.m. Limited seating will be available, and visitors are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
The event is scheduled to take place rain or shine unless conditions are unsafe.

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Thursday, June 11

DODs Days Family Music Festival

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3:00 PM

St. Louis Park Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Dr, St Louis Park, MN

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