Large Public Events in Parks

2026 Large Public Events in Saint Paul Parks

Events are subject to change without notice. Some events may require advance registration or a ticket purchase. Visit the event webpage for more information. Looking for smaller neighborhood, community, and recreation center events? Check out our seasonal event pages: Fall | Winter | Spring | Summer

August

8/1-8/2 - Circus Juventas Performances (Highland Park)
8/6-8/9 - Circus Juventas Performances (Highland Park)
8/7-8/9 - Irish Fair (Harriet Island)
8/16 - Japanese Obon Festival (Como Park Zoo & Conservatory)

September

9/13 - Saint Paul Classic Bike Tour (Como Lakeside Pavilion)
9/20 - Mexican Independence Day Celebration (Parque Castillo)
9/20 - Out of the Darkness Walk (Como Midway Pavilion)
9/20 - Twin Cities Veg Fest (Harriet Island)
9/26 - Light the Night Lymphoma Walk (Harriet Island)
9/27 - Down Syndrome Walk & Picnic (Como Midway Pavilion)

October

10/2-10/4 - Twin Cities Marathon Events (Mississippi River Blvd/Summit Ave/Capitol)
10/3 - American Brain Tumor Association 5k (Como Midway Pavilion)
10/11 - Get Your Rear in Gear (Harriet Island/Lilydale)

November

11/26 - Turkey Trot (Shepard Road)

Community & Neighborhood Events

For community and neighborhood events at recreation centers and other neighborhood parks, visit the current season's event page:

Fall Winter Spring Summer

Music and Movies in the Parks

Music in the Parks Movies in the Parks

Host an Event in Saint Paul

Interested in hosting your own event at a Saint Paul Parks and Recreation facility? Visit our Large Event and Festival Planning webpage to learn more.