As the winter chill sets in, the city of Minneapolis is decorating its parks with a variety of holiday events. Winter Family Night, which promises to be an evening of family fun from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, will kick off the season’s festivities at Harrison Park on Thursday, December 5th, according to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. Make sure to visit Powderhorn Park’s Winter Pottery Sale on December 7th, which runs from noon to 4:30 pm, if you’re hoping to get some unusual ceramic presents.
Minneapolis is committed to fostering the welfare of its older citizens and isn’t only about getting freebies or shopping for Christmas crafts. On December 16, from 10:30 am to 12, the NE Athletic Field Park will offer a Healthy Holidays Talk and Lunch exclusively for people 55 and above. On December 30, the New Year’s Eve Family Skate Party at Windom NE Park will provide a pre-New Year’s celebration for those five and up, free of charge, from 4 to 6 p.m.
On Wednesday, December 18, in the midst of the holiday season, Kenny Park is offering a free Candy Cane Scavenger Hunt to kids and young adults alike, bringing a little candy-striped fun. Interested individuals are encouraged to learn more about the event, which is scheduled from 6 to 7 p.m., by clicking the “Read More” button. Moving from physical activities to more laid-back entertainment, Creekview Park’s December 20 family swim and holiday movie night offers both splashes and a movie for $2 for locals and $4 for visitors.
Minneapolis parks continue to welcome the cold as midwinter draws near. In a healthy prelude to 2023’s curtain call, the Winter Whirl at Phelps Park on December 21 and the Winter Solstice Celebrations at Stewart Park and Carl W. Kroening Nature Center promise to provide free entertainment for people of all backgrounds. On December 31, attendees can also dress up for the New Year’s Eve Skating Party at Parade Ice Garden, which costs $10 for locals and $15 for visitors.
Minneapolis Public Schools will be closed on December 13 and again from December 23 to January 3 to assist families who are affected by holiday school closures. The parks are providing a plethora of events, field trips, and camps to keep children interested; more information is available on the Minneapolis Parks website. Not to be overlooked are the enthusiasts for ornaments and gingerbread. There are a ton of activities offered by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, such as workshops for creating ornaments and gingerbread houses. Finally, on December 15 and 21, the Nicollet Island Pavilion will feature a holiday market with over 50 local craft merchants, live music, and refreshments. Visitors are invited to click on the links in the “Read More” button of each entry for additional information on these festive events.
Both locals and tourists are ready to end the year surrounded by the warmth of community celebrations, with all the joyous charm lingering in the cool Minneapolis air. Visit the official announcement from the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board for more information and to schedule your December activities.
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