The River Hub at Graco Park in Minneapolis, with technology and art amenities, opens on May 10th, featuring green initiatives such as solar panels and bird-safe windows.

The MPRB has removed Henry Sibley's name from a park, temporarily renaming it 40th Street Park, with a permanent name to be decided after more inclusive community consultation.

Minneapolis resumes St. Anthony Parkway resurfacing in May with a month-long closure from Hayes Street NE to Johnson Street NE. A community meeting is scheduled.

The Duluth Fire Department is preparing for controlled burns at locations like Chamber's Grove Park to enhance ecosystems and train personnel, with each burn lasting 1-2 hours under ideal weather conditions.

Minnesota offers a Free Park Day on April 26, waiving entrance fees to all 73 state parks, encouraging residents to explore the outdoors during spring.

The Mary Ann Young Senior Center is organizing a trip to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum on May 28, offering a discount at the gift store and lunch options.

Carver County Parks has reopened the off-leash dog area in Lake Minnewashta Regional Park after completing maintenance and tree removal due to the Emerald Ash Borer.

Carver County Parks' Spring-Summer 2025 Program Guide offers a variety of outdoor activities like kayaking and archery. The guide can be requested by mail or email.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is hosting a public hearing on April 16th to discuss updates to park smoking and THC policies, including alignment of tobacco with cannabis regulations, and rules for selling THC-infused products in parks.

Minneapolis residents can participate in a public hearing to discuss naming a riverfront trail section after local running enthusiast Rick Recker on April 16, 2025.

The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary in Minneapolis opens for its 118th season on April 15, 2025, offering a range of free nature programs.

Scott County, MN, invites bird enthusiasts to Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve for birdwatching on May 31, with equipment provided and discounts for groups.

Cleary Lake Regional Park offers a family-friendly archery event with professional instruction on May 24, with discounts for groups and provided equipment.