Twin Cities Free Events Guide | June 16–22
Your curated guide to this week’s free events in the Twin Cities.
Hi Twin Cities friends,
We’re heading into peak summer mode this week, and the lineup does not disappoint. Think jazz in the park, outdoor workouts, a strawberry festival, mini golf on Nicollet, and a number of Juneteenth celebrations. Whether you’re dancing riverside or unwinding with yoga on the lawn, there’s no shortage of free fun to fill your week.
Let’s make some plans, shall we?
Arbor Lakes Art Fair
June 21 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
June 22 | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove
Eagan Art Festival
June 21 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
June 22 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Central Park Festival Grounds, Eagan
Fantasy & Sci‑Fi Book Fair
June 21 | 1–8 p.m.
Inbound BrewCo, Minneapolis
Juneteenth Minnesota
June 19 | 12–6 p.m.
West Broadway, Minneapolis
Juneteenth — Bloomington
June 21 | 12-5:30 pm.
Valley View Middle School, Bloomington
Juneteenth – Edina
June 19 | 3–7 p.m.
Centennial Lakes Park, Edina
Juneteenth — Maple Grove
June 19 | 5–9 p.m.
Town Green, Maple Grove
Juneteenth – Rondo
June 19 | 12–5 p.m.
Rondo Center of Diverse Expression, St. Paul
Juneteenth at the Capitol
June 21 | 12–6 p.m.
MN State Capitol, St. Paul
Opera Under the Stars
June 21 | 7–8:30 p.m.
Waterworks Pavilion at Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis
Twin Cities Jazz Festival
June 19–21 | Various Times
Various Locations, Mainly St. Paul
Twin Cities Pride Family Fun Day
June 22 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Como Park, St. Paul
Wayzata Art Experience
June 21 | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
June 22 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Downtown Wayzata
370 Sets
June 17 | 4–6 p.m.
Osborn370, St. Paul
Brewery Book Bash
June 22 | 12-5 p.m.
Fat Pants Brewing Co., Eden Prairie
Cottage Grove Strawberry Festival
June 19 | 4-10 p.m.
June 20 | 2-10:30 p.m.
June 21 | 9 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
June 22 | 12–4 p.m.
Kingston Park, Cottage Grove
Dancing in the Park
June 17 | 6–8 p.m.
Harriet Island Regional Park, St. Paul
Dog Days
June 22 | 12-3 p.m.
North Loop Green, Minneapolis
Hopkins Food Truck Festival
June 21 | 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Downtown Hopkins
Marketfest
June 19 | 6-9 p.m.
Railroad Park, White Bear Lake
Raspberries and Wine Festival
June 21 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
June 22 | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Winehaven, Chisago City
Rhythm on the Rails
June 18 | 6–9 p.m.
Lewis Street, Shakopee
Shine Light on Mama Parade
June 21 | 8 a.m.–Noon
Historic Coliseum Building
Summer Skate Series
June 17 | Starts at 5 p.m.
Plymouth Creek Park, Plymouth
Twin Cities Vintage Flea
June 21 | 10 a.m. -3 p.m.
North Loop Green, Minneapolis
West End Wednesdays
June 18 | 5-9 p.m.
The Shops at West End, St. Louis Park
Free Yoga at Union Depot
June 16 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.
June 18 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.
June 21 | International Yoga Day 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Union Depot, St. Paul
Free Pilates at St. Paul Farmers Market
June 21 | Starts at 10:15 a.m.
St. Paul Farmers Market
Lululemon Summer Series
June 17 | 7:30–8:30 p.m.
North Loop Green, Minneapolis
Market Yoga at Mill City
June 21 | 8:30 & 10 a.m.
Mill City Museum, Minneapolis
Refine & Restore Fitness Class
June 17 | 12–1 p.m.
North Loop Green, Minneapolis
Workout in the Park
June 18 | 5–6 p.m.
Hause Park, North St. Paul
Yoga at North Loop Green
June 18 | 5:30–6:15 p.m.
North Loop Green, Minneapolis
Community Peace Celebration
June 20 | 2–6 p.m.
UGMTC Admin Office, St. Paul
Cult Cinema Sundays – Too Wong Foo
June 22 | 7 p.m.
Roxy’s Cabaret, Minneapolis
Depot Dance Nights
June 18 | 5:30-8 p.m.
Union Depot, St. Paul
Groovin In the Garden
June 18 | 6-8 p.m.
Majorie McNeely Conservatory, St. Paul
Karaoke Night
June 18 | 7-10 p.m.
Aloft, Minneapolis
Live Music – Dangerfield’s of Shakopee
June 20–21 | 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Shakopee
Live Music at Umbra
June 21 | 7–10 p.m.
Umbra, Minneapolis
Lowertown Sounds - Summer Concert Series
June 19 | 6-10 p.m.
Mears Park | St. Paul
Mocktails and Minne‑Golf
June 18 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
Summer Market & Live Music
June 21 | 12-8 p.m.
Forgotten Star Brewing, Fridley
Summer Nights in Rice: Pete Whitman
June 19 | 5-7 p.m.
Rice Park, St. Paul
Twin Cities River Rats Water Ski Show
June 19 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
River Rats Home Ski Site, Minneapolis
PLAN AHEAD
Some events may require advance registration even if they’re free, so be sure to double-check the event link before heading out.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Twin Cities Pride Festival
June 28–30 | Various Times
Red, White & Boom!
Thursday, July 4 | All Day + Fireworks
FINAL THOUGHTS
This week is stacked with summer energy, from dancing in the park to sipping mocktails and celebrating Juneteenth in style. Whether you’re rallying the group for a late-night movie or flying solo through a local art fair, these free events are your golden ticket to making memories without breaking the bank.
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Now get out there and make every moment, worth every crumb,
-xoxo Maggie