7 events found.
Week of Events
Monday, July 6, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
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July 7, 2026 –River at Risk: An Escape Room Without Walls
River at Risk: An Escape Room Without Walls
The Mississippi River has been threatened with a deadly poison by an evil villain, the Denatureizer, and only you can save it! Complete puzzles and challenges about rocks, stars and the river itself to thwart these destructive plans while enjoying the outdoors.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
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July 8, 2026 –Kayak Series: Flatwater to Moving Water
Kayak Series: Flatwater to Moving Water
Hone your paddling technique, learn the basics of reading and navigating river currents, and get familiar with the Mississippi River Paddle Share program while enjoying the beauty of kayaking. In Celebration of the Big Year of Rivers, join instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School and Mississippi Gateway Regional Park for an educational and fun, two-part […]
Thursday, July 9, 2026
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July 9, 2026 –Mississippi River Kayak Tour
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July 9, 2026 –Third Space Thursday: Art in Your Park
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July 9, 2026 –100 Rivers: Signals of Repair – ArtReach Member Show
Mississippi River Kayak Tour
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.
Third Space Thursday: Art in Your Park
Third Space Thursday is a free community gathering in our parks to share food, connect with neighbors, get active, and enjoy the river. Whether you are new to our national park or get outside often, these events are an invitation to step away from the screen and be present in nature. Join us for a […]
100 Rivers: Signals of Repair – ArtReach Member Show
Meet me on 4th Street this Thursday. It’s the ArtReach Member Show and I’ll be performing 100 Rivers: Signals of Repair, an evolving dance work that uses semaphore signaling, handcrafted flags, and community voices gathered along the Mississippi River to explore our relationship with water—and to ask: What is the River saying to us today? […]
Friday, July 10, 2026
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July 10, 2026 –Rafting on the River
Rafting on the River
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.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
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July 11, 2026 –Rafting on the River
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July 11, 2026 –Fly Fishing Float Boat Trip: Mississippi River
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July 11, 2026 –Rooted in Water Lantern-Making Class
Rafting on the River
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.
Fly Fishing Float Boat Trip: Mississippi River
Interested in chasing fish on the Mississippi River? Join instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School and from Fishing for All for this unique guided fly fishing experience. Enjoy time in a stable, comfortable, oar powered float boat with a guide and another angler. Learn how to read the river, decide which flies and techniques work […]
Rooted in Water Lantern-Making Class
Part of the exhibition Rooted in Water, this workshop explores connections between art, ecology, and the Mississippi River through the creation of handmade lanterns. Lanterns are an ancient art form with live traditions still found in China, Japan, Korea, and across the Asian diaspora. In this workshop, we will create a paper lantern utilizing recycled […]
Sunday, July 12, 2026
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July 12, 2026 –Drop-In Discoveries: River Critters
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July 12, 2026 –Friends & Family Log Rolling
Drop-In Discoveries: River Critters
Scoop for small aquatic animals along the edge of the river. Learn about what they eat, who eats them and what they tell us about the health of the mighty Mississippi River. Drop in anytime. Free.
Friends & Family Log Rolling
Rooted in the history of the logging era on the Mississippi River, log rolling is both safe and fun. Join Outdoor Recreation School instructors to learn this exciting sport! Test your new skills while “competing” against other participants. No previous experience is needed. $6/person.
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.