Minneapolis hosts Open Streets Cedarfest, featuring fun activities like roller skating and wiener dog races, celebrating community spirit with food and games.

St. Louis Park's Veteran's Memorial Amphitheater is hosting a diverse lineup of live music including jazz, kids' entertainment, open mic nights, and folk music.

Civic Center Park hosts "Movies in the Park," featuring free outdoor screenings of animated films for families, starting with "Inside Out 2" on August 28. Check weather updates at 952-939-8355.

St. Louis Park announces free Movies in the Park summer series, featuring sequels and hits at local parks, encouraging community engagement and entertainment.

Eden Prairie hosts events including a jazz band, movies, art displays, and communal mingling with first responders, plus upcoming Americana and ABBA tribute concerts.

The Commons hosts a free Mamma Mia! sing and dance-along with a pre-movie dance lesson, various food options, and encourages bringing friends and comfy seating.

Blaine's WorldFest returns on September 13, offering cultural experiences, live performances, and international cuisine at Tom Ryan Park, free of charge.

The National Weather Service predicts erratic weather for Minneapolis with a mix of sun, showers, and thunderstorms throughout the week, along with varying temperatures and wind conditions.

Community centers in Saint Paul held an indoor Amazing Race event to avoid bad air quality, with Battle Creek winning. Staff adapted quickly to ensure a successful event fostering community spirit.

Rock’n The Grove returns in September with headliner Hairball and acts Rhino and Rolling Stoners. The Maple Grove Lions will host a day of music, food, and fun in Central Park.

Bloomington's Midweek Music & Market series offers four more events with live music, food trucks, and market shopping, available on Wednesdays from 5-8 p.m. at Civic Plaza.

Local talent will perform at Open Mic Night on Aug. 7 at Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater, with a backup indoor location at the ROC in case of bad weather.

The Midweek Music & Market at Civic Plaza in Bloomington is wrapping up its season, with final events on August 6, 13, 20, and 27 featuring live music, food trucks, and a farmers market.