Stop by the Park Market during Aquatennial and enjoy great local products created by vendors of the Minneapolis Black Market. The Park Market is located at The Commons and is open on Wednesdays from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Go Outside this summer and enjoy live music and giveaways during your lunch break. Swing by Hennepin County Government Center South Plaza on select Wednesday, July 19th from 11:30am – 1:30pm. Enjoy a live performance by Xibaba, coffee giveaways and more!

Enjoy plenty of live music during Aquatennial including a live performance by Spaghetti Monetti and The Sauce at The Commons on Wednesday, July 19th from 12 PM – 1 PM.

Enjoy an amazing and free workout with USTA Tennis in their Tennis Triples Cardio event. Triples is arguably the greatest game to play in the sport of tennis and is a signature Cardio Tennis game.  Triples Tennis is fast moving, engaging, and accommodates 6-8 players per court with tons of touches on the ball.  The Triples game is 3 VS. 3 with one player at net and 2 players on the baseline.  Players complete a half court rotation after every point.  This is a social and inclusive experience designed for a large number of athletes(4-8 courts), usually scheduled for 90 minutes.  The focus is on fun, meeting new people and getting a good workout.  There will be scorekeeping but it is not about the competition. If you’ve never played tennis before it is a great way to be introduced to the sport and if you are an experienced high-level tennis player, Cardio Tennis is the best way to train for tennis. All skills levels are welcome to try it out during Aquatennial!

Loring Park Family Fun Night is a family focused event held just blocks from the Aquatennial Torchlight Parade.

It will include fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Find your seat for the parade and bring the family down for some fun!

Learn more about Citizens for a Loring Park Community, and follow them on Facebook.

Join us for the Aquatennial’s Torchlight Parade, set to take place Wednesday, July 19 at 7:30 p.m. on Nicollet beginning at 12th Street and running to 4th Street. Join the community as they gather and watch floats, displays and bands march through the heart of mpls downtown. Plus, plus take in piano performances, games, Street Show performances and activities leading up to the festivities. Come down and celebrate on July 19! Arrive early, find a spot along the parade route and enjoy!

The Minneapolis Aquatennial Torchlight Parade has been a longstanding Aquatennial tradition. We’re excited to see you at this year’s event!

Learn more about this year’s Aquatennial Torchlight Parade here!

Some of the best views of mpls downtown are from The Commons, and this summer you can enjoy evenings in this two-block green space with Movies in the Park. Grab your friends or family, some chairs or blankets to sit on, swing by one of your favorite downtown restaurants and grab some food, and head over for a fun evening nestled between the downtown skyline and U.S. Bank Stadium. During Aquatennial, the Movie in the Park will be Best In Show. Enjoy!

For the full movies and music schedule, visit www.mplsdowntown.com/commons.

Thursdays are packed with activities and events taking place throughout downtown this summer! Be part of the fun during your work week and get outside to enjoy all that downtown has to offer. Look for food trucks, music, games, giveaways and more all along Nicollet each Thursday, including during Aquatennial. The Thursday, July 20 theme is “Aquatennial Bey Day”: It’s the best days of summer because its Aquatennial and Beyonce is coming to Minneapolis! Celebrate with free lemonade, a Beyonce drag show, a performance by the CAAM Chinese Dancers, Minne-Golf and more!

Lean more about Downtown Thursdays and the 2 dozen local business promotions, free parking and co-working spaces here.

Celebrate Aquatennial by enjoying Downtown Thursday on Nicollet Mall! And don’t miss out on the FREE 9-hole Minne-Golf course representing iconic locations and experiences related to mpls downtown including our entertainment venues, famous buildings, Stone Arch Bridge, sports teams, murals, skyways, restaurant scene and neighborhoods. When you play Minne-Golf, you can register to a win a gift card to an amazing downtown establishment.

Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor movie during Aquatennial. Grab your friends, family join us at Target Field Station for a showing of Legally Blonde at 7pm. Plus enjoy FREE cotton candy from Spinning Wylde and dress in your best pink outfit! The winner for the most pink outfit will be announced after the movie.

Cheer on the Minnesota Lynx during Aquatennial as they take on the Los Angeles Sparks at Target Center on Thursday, July 20th at 7pm.

Enjoy the Twin Cities River Rats at Aquatennial! Take in a show on Thursday or Friday at 7 pm and enjoy high-flying skills and tricks on water skis just north of mpls downtown.

DETAILS:
Located right on the banks of the Mississippi River between the Broadway and Plymouth Ave Bridges. Pre-show begins at 6:30pm, main show starts at 7pm.

Street parking only along West River Road (arrive early for easier parking).

Bring a blanket or a lawn chair for seating.

Concessions are available.

1758 West River Road N, Minneapolis, MN 55411

(www.tcriverrats.com/location)

Enjoy plenty of live music during Aquatennial including a live performance by Chemistry Set at The Commons on Thursday, July 20th from 7 PM – 8 PM.

Stop by the Park Market during Aquatennial and enjoy great local products created by vendors of the Minneapolis Indigenous community. The Park Market is located at Water Works Park and is open on Fridays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Let’s celebrate summer in the city! Alchemy 365 is taking over the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden for a free Cardio class to celebrate the Minneapolis Aquatennial! Check-in will begin at 5:30 PM and class will begin at 6 PM. Class is free and all fitness levels are welcome – bring your own yoga mat and get ready for a good time. Click here to sign-up for this class.

This 50-minute class starts with a gradual, yet progressive warm up integrating fundamental yoga postures to get the body moving and the heart pumping. Our Cardio class peaks when you give it your all during a 20-minute stretch of maximum cardio. Class winds down with a dose of incredibly soothing stretching so you can walk away ready to conquer your day.

Enjoy the Twin Cities River Rats at Aquatennial! Take in a show on Thursday or Friday at 7 pm and enjoy high-flying skills and tricks on water skis just north of mpls downtown.

DETAILS:
Located right on the banks of the Mississippi River between the Broadway and Plymouth Ave Bridges. Pre-show begins at 6:30pm, main show starts at 7pm.

Street parking only along West River Road (arrive early for easier parking).

Bring a blanket or a lawn chair for seating.

Concessions are available.

1758 West River Road N, Minneapolis, MN 55411

(www.tcriverrats.com/location)

The Minnesota Twins host the Chicago White Sox at 7:10 pm on Friday, July 21 at Target Field. Enjoy a Twins home game during Aquatennial! For tickets, visit TwinsBaseball.com/Tickets.

Warehouse District Live is an enhanced pedestrian area with food trucks, tables and seating, restrooms, and free activities and entertainment.

Stop by Warehouse District Live as you enjoy your night out in the heart of downtown this summer. It is a great spot to stop after the Target Fireworks!

Visit mplsdid.com/wdl for more information.

Enjoy an amazing and free workout with USTA Tennis in their Tennis Triples Cardio event. Triples is arguably the greatest game to play in the sport of tennis and is a signature Cardio Tennis game.  Triples Tennis is fast moving, engaging, and accommodates 6-8 players per court with tons of touches on the ball.  The Triples game is 3 VS. 3 with one player at net and 2 players on the baseline.  Players complete a half court rotation after every point.  This is a social and inclusive experience designed for a large number of athletes(4-8 courts), usually scheduled for 90 minutes.  The focus is on fun, meeting new people and getting a good workout.  There will be scorekeeping but it is not about the competition. If you’ve never played tennis before it is a great way to be introduced to the sport and if you are an experienced high-level tennis player, Cardio Tennis is the best way to train for tennis. All skills levels are welcome to try it out during Aquatennial!

The National Park Service and Mississippi Park Connection invite you to experience Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam like never before! Enjoy a leisurely stroll or picnic on lock wall surrounded by panoramic views of the falls, explore the visitor center, interact with National Park Service rangers and the Army Corps of Engineers, and discover the history and impact of the falls on Minneapolis and the nation. There will be ranger-led tours at 11:30 am and 2:00 pm starting in front of the Water Work Pavilion.

For more than two decades, Twin Cities Carifest has been the premier Caribbean Festival featuring Caribbean food, music, arts, crafts, and a traditional carnival parade with colorful costumes and dance. Held along the banks of the Mississippi River, you can see the Minneapolis Aquatennial Target Fireworks!

Follow Twin Cities Carifest on Facebook or on Twitter for more information.

Free canoeing and paddling instruction open to people of all abilities, including people with disabilities. Free instruction on fire building as well. Experienced Wilderness Inquiry guides will provide all equipment needed, ensuring a safe and fun experience for all.

Click Here for more information about Wilderness Inquiry’s adventures in and around Minnesota.

The Minnesota Lynx host the Las Vegas Aces at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 22 at Target Center. Enjoy a Lynx home game during Aquatennial!

An Aquatennial classic event is back! Join us for AquaJam, a legacy event that was a popular Aquatennial destination during the 1980s. This year’s event is taking place right along West River Parkway. Stop by and either take part or watch incredible skateboard from 3-5 pm, and then stick around because just steps away there will be foods, beverages, shopping, live music and more, all leading up to the Target Fireworks at 10 pm.

Minneapolis Craft Market is popping up at Aquatennial with a huge marketplace of local makers. Shop jewelry, clothing, woodwork, home goods, print-making and more, all handmade by designers and makers of the North.

The City of Lakes Market will run 5-10 pm leading up to the Target Fireworks on the Chicago Mall. Browse and shop products from fantastic local vendors and makers as you prepare to watch the Target Fireworks at 10 pm!

The City of Lakes Market is a mix of retail goods provided by small business owners in and around the Twin Cities. Our vendor village will have something for everyone.

Let’s get festive down at the river where the City of Minneapolis was born! Enjoy a jam-packed evening leading up to the Target Fireworks along West River Parkway.

Performance Schedule:

• 6pm – Ozone Creations
• 7pm – Trevor & Mary Duo
• 8pm – Natania & Ticket to Brasil
• 9pm – Black Velvet Punks

Join us for a fun evening along the Mississippi Riverfront this Aquatennial!

Stop by the Kids Zone at the Pre-Fireworks Festivities and enjoy great activities for all ages! The Kids Zone includes games and activities provided by different organizations throughout our local community. It’s a great way to enjoy a summer evening as you await the Target Fireworks at 10 pm! The event kicks off at 6 pm and is located along West River Parkway near Water Works Park.

The Minnesota Twins host the Chicago White Sox at 6:15 pm on Saturday, July 22 at Target Field. Enjoy a Twins home game during Aquatennial! For tickets, visit TwinsBaseball.com/Tickets.

Join the Minneapolis Aquatennial in celebrating another year of with the Target Fireworks, considered one of the top five annual fireworks displays in the nation. The event will take place at 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 22. Get there early! Space fills up pretty quickly at this beloved event along West River Parkway. Music and activities run from 6-10 pm. Plus, listen to the pyro-musical while watching the Target Fireworks.

Viewing Tips: Come early to get your viewing spot—bring sunscreen for the afternoon and bug spray for the evening. The best spots are between Gold Medal Park and the 3rd Avenue Bridge on West River Parkway.

While you’re there: Enjoy a show, tour or walk on the Endless Bridge at the Guthrie Theatre, learn about Minneapolis’ history at the Mill City Museum, enjoy a morning at the Mill City Farmers Market or a leisurely afternoon at Gold Medal Park.

Warehouse District Live is an enhanced pedestrian area with food trucks, tables and seating, restrooms, and free activities and entertainment.

Stop by Warehouse District Live as you enjoy your night out in the heart of downtown this summer. It is a great spot to stop after the Target Fireworks!

Visit mplsdid.com/wdl for more information.