GrandFUN Day!
2025-06-10 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Grandparents, bring your grandchildren to Veterans Park for a morning of GrandFUN! Play a round of mini-golf, enjoy a slice of pizza, and play on the playground. They’re only little once, so spend some quality time with those you love.
This programs is best for youth ages 3-12. $10/person; register here.

3rd Lair Skateboard Contest Summer Series
2025-06-20 17:30 - 20:00 | Augsburg Skate Park, 7000 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
The Summer Series skateboard contest is hitting Richfield’s Augsburg Park Skatepark on Friday, June 20! Starting at 5:30 p.m. with registration and check-in, this free event features divisions for all skill levels and prizes for the top three in each. Whether you’re competing or cheering on the skaters, come celebrate our city’s skatepark–this event is free to participate in and free to attend!

Family Tennis Day Pop-Up
2025-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Augsburg Park Tennis Courts, 7200 Blaisdell Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Do you love tennis and want to share that love with your family, or have you always wanted to learn but did not know how to start? Roound up your family and friends for this special pop-up, and come play with us! USTA Northern Tennis Instructors will be out to support families and participants alike on the fundamentals of tennis. Equipment, refreshments, and swag will be provided for your enjoyment, as well as Spanish interpreters to assist with any instructional language barriers for families. Sign up with your family today and let’s explore tennis together! Free.

Poolapalooza
2025-07-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Richfield Outdoor Pool, 630 East 66th Street, Richfield, MN, 55423
Build your boat (using cardboard and duct tape only!), then race across the pool for a chance to win cool prizes–including a 2026 season pass! Free to participate, but space is limited and registration is required.

Intergenerational Fishing Night
2025-07-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-08-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Taft Park, 6105 Bloomington Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy an evening outdoors as you learn the basics of fishing, with guidance from the Outdoor Recreation School at Three Rivers Park District. Held at the Taft Park fishing pier. All fishing gear will be provided, and though the event is free, pre-registration is required.

23rd Annual Urban Wildland Half-Marathon & 5K
2025-07-26 07:00 - 11:00 | Richfield Ice Arena
Registration is now open for the 23rd annual Wood Lake fundraising event on Saturday, July 26! 100% of the proceeds benefit Wood Lake Nature Center and environmental education for Richfield students, a relationship that has lasted over 50 years! The Half Marathon features a beautiful flat, circular course that runs through Richfield’s urban neighborhoods and many city parks, featuring Wood Lake with its woodsy trails around the water’s edge. The Half Marathon course is certified and is a great midsummer training option for a fall marathon.
To register, volunteer, or donate, please visit www.urbanwildland.com.

Open Skating
2025-08-26 12:00 - 13:15 | Richfield Ice Arena
Open skating kicks off at Richfield Ice Arena!! Wednesdays 6:3-8 p.m.; Sundays 5-6:15 p.m.; and most weekdays 12-1:15 p.m. Skating $7 per person; skate rental $4. Buy 10 sessions for only $56!

Open skating
2025-09-02 12:00 - 13:15 | Richfield Ice Arena
Open skating kicks off at the Richfield Ice Arena! Wednesday nights 6:30-8 p.m.; Sundays 5-6:15 p.m.; and weekdays Monday through Thursday 12-1:15 p.m. $7/session, $/skate rental. Have fun skating!

Park & Play: Family Yoga & Story Time
2025-09-19 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-09-20 10:00 - 10:30 | Augsburg Adventure Park, 7000 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
This fall, kids can explore and learn in our Richfield parks. Enjoy story times that inspire imagination, hands-on experiences with Wood Lake naturalists, and Storybook Hikes that bring favorite tales to life along scenic trails. Today: Family Yoga & Story Time!

Cosmic Ice Skating
2025-10-26 17:00 - 18:15, 2025-11-16 17:00 - 18:15, 2026-02-01 17:00 - 18:15 | Richfield Ice Arena
Music! Lights! Concessions! Ice skating, but with an extra twist. $6 per person; rental skates $4.

Skate with Santa
2025-12-14 16:30 - 19:00 | Richfield Ice Arena
Hey families, lace up your skates and take to the ice with the man in the big red suit! Enjoy an afternoon of fun, photo ops, treats, and refreshments at the Richfield Ice Arena! $6 per person; skate rental $4.

Solstice Luminary Walk
2025-12-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy a quiet walk through the forest and marsh of Wood Lake on the winter solstice. Warm up by the fire with a cup of cocoa and roast a marshmallow. This event will be a calm addition to the festive season, and a great way to celebrate the fact that the days will start getting lighter! $8/person; free for FOWL members. Register here.
Parking onsite will be limited; look for more information on where to park here.

Family Dome Day
2025-12-22 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-02 09:30 - 11:30 | Academy of Holy Angels, 6600 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Enjoy open play time at the indoor, heated Stardome at the Academy of Holy Angels in the heart of Richfield! Recreation equipment and supplies will be on site for families to use, but you can also bring your own sports-related items.
Open dome time is for all ages. Registration is for each participant and available for preregistration online or walk-ups with cash. $5/person; register here.

Indoor Walking Begins
2026-01-05 12:00 - 13:30 | Richfield Ice Arena
Indoor walking option begins today! Walk around the upper concourse of the Richfield Ice Arena, Rink 1. Walkers must be able to use the stairs to access the concourse. 7.5 laps around the rink equals one mile. Available every Monday-Thursday through the winter months, 12-1:30 p.m. Free!

Mall of America: Bigs & Littles Yoga at Toys "R" Us !
2026-01-06 10:30 - 11:00 | Mall of America
You’re invited to ‘Bigs & Littles Yoga’ – a fun and playful time for you and your little one to explore yoga shapes while using mindfulness and imagination to play and learn. Our time together will include an interactive story time, playful yoga movement and partner poses, and meaningful breathing exercises, followed by a small snack. This playdate is hosted in partnership with Yoga Sanctuary, a nonprofit studio out of South Minneapolis dedicated to making holistic yoga accessible to all ages and bodies. Join us for this unique shared experience that fosters wellness and playful engagement for you and your child. Space is limited, so please register for this free event to save your spot.

Family Curling Day
2026-01-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Donaldson Park, 7434 Humboldt Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Throw a stone and sweep! Celebrate the frozen sport of Curling on the ice along with the Richfield Recreation Department. Outdoor curling equipment provided, along with hot chocolate in the warm Donaldson Park building. A great chance to try out this unique sport and to learn more about adult outdoor league opportunities! Free; preregistration recommended but walk-ups welcome.
Photo by Matthew Fassnacht on Unsplash

Winter Hike with a Naturalist
2026-01-25 14:30 - 16:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Hike with a naturalist to see the winter happenings at Wood Lake. Explore the trails and if conditions allow, explore the frozen marsh. Be a nature detective and look for signs of animal activity. $5/person; half off for members. Register here.

Snowshoe Hike
2026-02-01 12:30 - 14:00, 2026-02-08 12:30 - 14:00, 2026-03-15 12:30 - 14:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy the beauty of winter at Wood Lake while snowshoeing! Learn about the history of this sport, along with techniques and helpful tips. Snowshoes are provided and warm winter boots are a must! No snow? We’ll go for a winter hike! $5 per person; half-off for Wood Lake members. Register here.

Night Hike
2026-04-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy a quiet stroll along the trails of Wood Lake. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing. Ages 10 and up. $10 each; half-off for members. Sign up here and meet at the Lyndale Avenue Gate.

Walk to Cure Juvenile Arthritis
2026-04-25 07:00 - 12:00 | Mall of America
The Arthritis Foundation’s Walk to Cure Juvenile Arthritis returns to Mall of America on April 25. This family-friendly event brings together walkers of all ages to raise funds for the 300,000 children in the U.S. living with juvenile arthritis. Start the morning with a Warm Up, refuel with anti-inflammatory bites at Joint Friendly Fare, and let the kids explore the Family Fun Zone. Every dollar raised funds research, advocacy, and programs like JA Camps that help kids build confidence and community year-round. Registration is free and open now.
Register today at walktocureja.org

Open skating hours start
2026-06-03 13:15 - 14:15 | Richfield Ice Arena
Open skating hours at the Richfield Ice Arena begin today! Open skating hours are:

Mondays 1:15-2:15 p.m.
Wednesdays 1:15-2:15 p.m.
Wednesdays 6:30-8 p.m.

$7/session; skate rental $4; get a 10-session ticket for $60, or a 20-session ticket for $105! Always check the online schedule for last-minute schedule changes.

Story Yoga
2026-06-11 10:00 - 10:45 | Augsburg Park, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
For PreK-grade 2 and their favorite grownup.Experience yoga through stories and songs, and discover new ways to move and play together. Don’t forget your yoga mat! (Limited quantity available to borrow.) Click here to register online. Held outdoor at Augsburg Park. Walk-ins welcome on the day of the event, subject to available space.

Family Tennis Day Pop Up
2026-06-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Augsburg Park, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
Love tennis, or curious to try it for the first time? Bring your family and friends to this Bilingual Family Tennis Day Pop-Up, a fun and welcoming event designed for all ages and experience levels. USTA Northern instructors will be onsite to introduce participants to the fundamentals of tennis through engaging, family-friendly activities. Whether you’re picking up a racket for the first time or sharing a sport you already love, this pop-up is a great way to learn and play together. All equipment will be provided, along with refreshments and fun giveaways. Spanish interpreters will be available throughout the event to support instruction and ensure families feel comfortable, included, and ready to participate. Come explore tennis in a supportive, bilingual environment and enjoy a memorable day of movement, learning, and connection. FREE; sign up here.
