Downtown Park Happenings

Visit Pedro Park
The latest downtown park is open and ready for use! Located at 114 10th St E.

Fitness in the Parks
Free at Zumba Harriet Island Regional Park at 9am on Sundays through September (weather permitting).
Movies in the Parks
Free movies in Saint Paul Parks, including I Know What You Did Last Summer (the original!) at Mears Park on October 17.

Alebrijes: Keepers of the Island
Raspberry Island
Exhibit through Oct. 26

St. Paul Saints Baseball
Minor league baseball with a unique and family-friendly atmosphere, fun promotions and affordable prices.

UnRec
UnRec creates a unique way to recreate! We're tossing out the playbook and popping up with these alternative and unexpected recreation activities. It's not your typical rec, so let's geek out and UnRec. (Activities may require registration in advance.)
All events are free!
All events take place at Harriet Island, Clarence W. Wigington Pavilion (200 Dr. Justus Ohage Blvd.)
Upcoming activities are linked below. Sign up today!

by_a.thread :: downtown saint paul stories
This summer, Saint Paul Parks and Recreation is proud to partner with artist and storyteller Katie McNamara Howie for a special storytelling project in Downtown Saint Paul. "By_a.thread :: downtown saint paul stories" celebrates the people and spirit of downtown each week through Katie's unique blend of portraiture and narrative, creating a living tapestry of hope, connection, and community.
SPECIAL EVENT: Please join us on Friday, September 26 from 5-7pm in Mears Park to celebrate Katie McNamara Howie's By a Thread :: Downtown Saint Paul Stories project. The event will feature over 60 pieces of art from Katie's project, including both stickers and posters placed and hung throughout the center of Mears Park. Plus live music, appetizers, beer, and a presentation with Mayor Melvin Carter, the artist, and series participants.

Rice Park Roller Disco
Rice Park, Fridays in September.
Free skate rentals and music from DJ Presto.
Lowertown Farmers Market
Lowertown, 290 5th St E (across from CHS field)
Saturdays, 7am-1pm through October
Food Truck Schedule
See below for more information about available food truck options at each location.
