Special Youth Events

Bike Rodeo

Thu, May 4

Ages 12 and under with adult 
6–8 pm | New Hope City Hall 

Bike riding offers fun, freedom, and exercise, and we want kids and families to ride their bikes as much as possible, all while being safe. Riders will have the opportunity to get their helmet properly fitted, navigate their bikes through a safety skills course, and get their bike checked for safety. Police and Fire personnel will be in attendance to oversee these activities. Participants can also enter a door prize drawing to win a new bike!

Sponsored by the cities of New Hope, Crystal, Golden Valley, and Robbinsdale.

Vehicle Fair

Sat, Sept 16

All ages welcome
10 am–noon | Crystal Community Center

New date, same great event! A wide variety of trucks and cars will be on display for you and your child to explore and see up close. Remember to bring your camera! A free-will donation of non-perishable food for the local food shelf will be collected at the event. 

In case of inclement weather, call 763-531-1173, after 9:30 am.

Friday Fun Days

• June 16: Family Yoga on the Green
  All ages welcome | Free with pre-registration
  
  
• Thur, June 22: Bike To The Ball Park Field Trip 
  Ages 8+ | Register Online
  
  
• June 23: Water Day 
  All ages welcome with adult | 12:30–2 pm | Scheid Park
  This wet and wild day features water slides, music, snacks, and games.
  
  
• June 30: Nickelodeon Universe & Sea Life Aquarium Field Trip
  Ages 7–14 | Register Online
  
  
• July 7: Shady Oak Beach

  Ages 7–14 |  Register Online

• July 14: iFly Indoor Skydiving 
  Ages 7–14 | Register Online

• July 22: Bunker Beach Water Park Field Trip 
  Ages 7–14 | Register Online

• July 28: Penny Carnival
  Ages 12 and under with adult |12:30–2 pm | Brookview Park
  Shake those pennies out of the piggy bank and join us for an enjoyable afternoon filled with carnival games, inflatables, hayrides, puppet shows, snacks, and more. Games and activities cost between 3–5 cents per play.

Puppet Wagon

Mon and Tue, June 13–July 27 (no programs July 4 & 6)

Playground Adventure Van

Ages 6–12 | Free

We're bringing the Summer Playground FUN to you! Our entertaining staff will lead themed playground games, crafts, and activities in the park during advertised times. This is a drop-in program that allows children to come and go at their discretion. 

Parents/guardians are encouraged to set boundaries and communicate limits with their children before they attend the program.

Mon & Wed, June 12–July 26

no program July 3–5

9:30–11:30 am at Golden Valley City Hall, Water Tower

Weekly themes:

• June 12 – Best Summer Ever!
• June 19 – Flower Power
• June 26 – Sports Challenge
• July 10 – Splish, Splash, Have A Blast
• July 17 – It's A Big, Big World
• July 24 – Summer Rewind 

Mini US Open

Sat, June 17

Ages 3–14 with adult

Tee Times: 10:30 am–noon
Schedule by calling 763-512-2345

$17 res, $20 non-res | Brookview Par 3 Course | Register Online

Enjoy a family celebration of the legendary US Open as adults caddie for their little champions while playing a round of golf at Brookiew’s Par 3 Course. When finished, celebrate with a photo holding the Champions Cup and food specials at Three One Six Bar + Grill.

All golfers must pre-register, then make a tee time with the Parks & Recreation office by calling 763-512-2345. Prizes awarded for the best-dressed groups. Clubs will be provided upon request.

Family Storytime

Ages 12 and under with an adult

10:30–11:15 am

• Wed, Jun 14 | New Hope Performance Center | Elsa The Snow Queen
• Wed, Jul 12 | Becker Park, Crystal | Goldilocks
• Wed, Aug 2 | Lakeview Terrace Park Pavilion, Robbinsdale | Little Mermaid
• Wed, Aug 23 | Brookview Park Gazebo | Ladybug Girl

Enjoy a morning in the park featuring storytelling designed to delight, inspire, and trigger the imagination of all who listen. These events bring stories and books alive with a unique blend of storytelling by Princess Party Pals. Four performances are offered throughout the summer in the cities of Golden Valley, Crystal, New Hope, and Robbinsdale.

Public Safety in the Parks

Meet your Golden Valley Police and Fire Departments in your neighborhood park. Learn some valuable safety information, and be prepared to get wet. For a list of parks and updates, visit the Community Outreach Events page.

Register online

July 28, 2023
12:30–2 pm | Brookview Park
Ages 12 and under with adult

Shake those pennies out of the piggy bank and join us for an enjoyable afternoon filled with carnival games, inflatables, hayrides, puppet shows, snacks, and more. Games and activities cost between 3–5 cents per play.