The Minneapolis-St. Paul Soap Box Derby is returning to Deming Heights Park on May 31, featuring locally crafted gravity-powered cars competing for the fastest title.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board implements measures like signs and road modifications to protect turtles crossing roadways, especially during their migration seasons.

Minneapolis has implemented a pilot program to protect turtles during their crossings, with new signs and road stencils, adjustments to curbs, and a public awareness guide. The efforts aim to reduce vehicle-related turtle deaths.

The Aquatic Park in St. Louis Park opens June 4, offering amenities like water slides, and introduces new water aerobics classes and a sensory hour this season.

Fro Yo Soul Sips + Snacks will offer organic frozen yogurt and various snacks and drinks, including THC-infused beverages, at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden starting June 7.

Ramsey's third annual Kites and Bites event at Elmcrest Park offers kite flying and breakfast bites, with activities like face painting available. Pre-event registration is recommended.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is hosting a BioBlitz event for community members to catalog local species with the help of experts on May 31 at North Mississippi Regional Park.

Carver County is readying its beaches for the holiday weekend, with amenities like docks, volleyball nets, and restrooms prepared for visitors. The parks staff warns that swimming is at one's own risk due to unguarded beaches.

Carver County Parks is offering a $20 discount on various summer activities with a special code, as they promote outdoor recreation and community engagement in Minnesota.

MPRB is hosting BioBlitz events in Minneapolis parks, inviting the public to document local biodiversity with expert guidance. No scientific background is needed.

Minneapolis and Saint Paul rank high on the 2025 ParkScore Index for their outstanding park access and investment, affirming Minnesota's commitment to high-quality, equitable public parks.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board expands no-parking hours at Bde Maka Ska to tackle safety concerns due to disruptive activities, effective May 22.

Lakeside Commons Park & Beach in Blaine will open for the season on May 27. Parking permits are required and can be obtained at City Hall or the park post-opening.