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  • Fall colors on the Mississippi River near Fort Snelling.

    Waterway Art

    Four Sisters Market 1414 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Learn about storm drains and sewer systems and how they connect to our lakes, streams, and rivers – reinforcing the reality that what enters our streets often reaches sacred waters. […]

  • Woman in a crowd holds a blue fabric art piece.

    Art + Water Workshop: Ripple Effects with Ananya Dance Theatre

    Watershed Learning Center 595 Aldine Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

    This two-part Art + Water Workshop series with Ananya Dance Theatre explores the ways water and love of public places intersect. Inspired by Ananya Dance Theatre’s summer of projects centered […]

  • Big Year of Rivers logo with illustration of otter swimming in river.

    Rafting on the River

    Rafting on the River
    Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd, Brooklyn Park, MN, United States

    Float down the Mississippi and explore the natural shoreline. Discover birds, minnows, mussels and more! Beginners are welcome. Participants will paddle and do some lifting with the team while guided by experienced naturalists. Safety equipment and shuttle provided. $35/person.

  • Big Year of Rivers logo with illustration of otter swimming in river.

    Mississippi River Kayak Tour

    Mississippi River Kayak Tour
    Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd, Brooklyn Park, MN, United States

    Join us for a guided 7.5-mile kayak adventure from Mississippi Gateway Regional Park to Kroening Nature Center. Paddle past several islands and search for birds along the river. Dress for weather conditions with clothing and shoes that are okay to get wet. Kayak, paddle, life vest and shuttle service provided. Previous kayak experience required.

  • Float Fest 2026 poster featuring paddlers on the Mississippi River.

    Float Fest 2026 Presented by Bolton & Menk

    Graco Park 15 8th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    A Celebration of the River, From the River! Grab your paddle and join us for Float Fest 2026, a celebration of the river from the river! Whether you’re kayaking the […]

  • Big Year of Rivers logo with illustration of otter swimming in river.

    Rafting on the River

    Rafting on the River
    Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd, Brooklyn Park, MN, United States

    Float down the Mississippi and explore the natural shoreline. Discover birds, minnows, mussels and more! Beginners are welcome. Participants will paddle and do some lifting with the team while guided by experienced naturalists. Safety equipment and shuttle provided. $35/person.

  • Big Year of Rivers logo with illustration of otter swimming in river.

    Drop-In Discoveries: River Turtles

    Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd, Brooklyn Park, MN, United States

    Drop in and meet some of our animal ambassador turtles and learn about the unique adaptations they have to help them live in rivers. Take a stroll along the Treetop […]

  • Big Year of Rivers logo with illustration of otter swimming in river.

    Mississippi River Kayak Tour

    Mississippi River Kayak Tour
    Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd, Brooklyn Park, MN, United States

    Join us for a guided 7.5-mile kayak adventure from Mississippi Gateway Regional Park to Kroening Nature Center. Paddle past several islands and search for birds along the river. Dress for weather conditions with clothing and shoes that are okay to get wet. Kayak, paddle, life vest and shuttle service provided. Previous kayak experience required.

  • Paper lanterns lit up at night.

    Beachside Lantern Pop-Up

    MWMO Stormwater Park and Learning Center 2522 Marshall Street NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Rooted in Water, this community gathering celebrates the Mississippi River through lanterns, music, and shared connection. Join us for a night of lantern magic at Mississippi Watershed Management Organization on July 31st from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Bring a lantern if you have one. Celebrate summer outside at dusk […]

  • Big Year of Rivers logo with illustration of otter swimming in river.

    Rafting on the River

    Rafting on the River
    Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd, Brooklyn Park, MN, United States

    Float down the Mississippi and explore the natural shoreline. Discover birds, minnows, mussels and more! Beginners are welcome. Participants will paddle and do some lifting with the team while guided by experienced naturalists. Safety equipment and shuttle provided. $35/person.

  • Big Year of Rivers logo with illustration of otter swimming in river.

    Rafting on the River

    Rafting on the River
    Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd, Brooklyn Park, MN, United States

    Float down the Mississippi and explore the natural shoreline. Discover birds, minnows, mussels and more! Beginners are welcome. Participants will paddle and do some lifting with the team while guided by experienced naturalists. Safety equipment and shuttle provided. $35/person.

  • Woman in a crowd holds a blue fabric art piece.

    Art + Water Workshop: Ripple Effects with Ananya Dance Theatre

    Watershed Learning Center 595 Aldine Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

    This two-part Art + Water Workshop series with Ananya Dance Theatre explores the ways water and love of public places intersect. Inspired by Ananya Dance Theatre’s summer of projects centered […]

The Sacred Water Shared Future campaign is powered by you! The heart of this centennial celebration is the incredible variety of events planned and hosted by our partners — community groups, nonprofits, businesses, schools, and individuals who feel a connection to the Mississippi River.

We do not host events ourselves; instead, we serve as a central hub for river-focused activities happening across the Twin Cities throughout 2026.