Augsburg Park Library: Family Storytime
2025-10-16 10:15 - 10:45, 2025-10-23 10:15 - 10:45, 2025-10-30 10:15 - 10:45, 2025-11-06 10:15 - 10:45 (America/Chicago) | Augsburg Park Library, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Free.

Park & Play: Spook-tacular Storytime Costume Party
2025-10-17 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-10-18 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: Spook-tacular Storytime Costume Party!

Live Music: Solid Gold Band
2025-10-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
The Solid Bold Band is a professional Twin Cities band and recording artist playing danceable classic rock/variety music for any occasion. In presenting the “Soul of Rock and Roll” show, we feature the great music of rock’s first four decades. The group’s current version represents one of Minnesota’s longest-running active rock bands, and has been nominated to the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame.

Richfield Farmers Market
2025-10-18 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
On Saturday, September 6, the Richfield Farmers Market will move to its fall hours! The Farmers Market will run every Saturday morning 8 a.m. to noon, through October 25 Click here to see the list of vendors, updated every week. Enjoy free outdoor yoga every week, 8:45-9:30 a.m., and live music weekly!

Live Animal Hour
2025-10-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Meet Wood Lake Nature Center’s animal ambassadors up close! Come learn about the reptiles and amphibians native to Minnesota. See them up close, touch their shell, and watch them eat! Make an animal craft to take home. $5 per person; half-off for members.

Live Music: Bird Dogs
2025-10-18 18:30 - 22:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Live music at the VFW!! Come see The Bird Dogs for a mix of rock, country, and blues that will get you up and dancing!

Night Hike
2025-10-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Come explore different phases of the moon and view the urban night sky. We will keep our eyes and ears open for owls, coyotes, and other happenings in the night sky. $5 per session; free for members. Register here.

Live Music: Tom Hunter
2025-10-24 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Live music at the VFW! Tom Hunter is a Minneapolis piano player and singer and a true jack-of-all-trades when it comes to music. He’s got the blues, he’s got the standards, he’s got the Americana, and he’s even got a little bit of soul. But don’t let his musical prowess fool you – Tom is also one heck of a showman. Whether he’s belting out a classic ballad or getting down and dirty with some gritty blues, Tom knows how to keep his audience on the edge of their seats.

Play Dates
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Calling all parents! Free play dates are back at the Community Center! Bring your kiddos ages 0-5 for games and activities; drop in for a few minutes or stay all morning. Bring your coffee and meet a friend for conversation while the kids are happily playing with a different theme each time…and it’s all free. This week: Meet a Wood Lake Naturalist!

Live Music: The Hi Hats
2025-10-25 18:30 - 21:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Live music at the Richfield VFW. Hit the dance floor with the High Hats!

Fun-Size Halloween
2025-10-26 13:00 - 18:30 | Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Come in costume to this old-fashioned Halloween party with games, treats, and refreshments! Help make fresh-pressed apple cider, play some games, watch magic happen right before your eyes, and go on a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt to earn a special “treat!”
Note: This event will take place at Veterans Park on Portland Avenue in Richfield. Primarily designed for children age 10 and under. Admission is $8 per person; Tickets available for specific entry times, every 20 minutes between 1 and 5 p.m., and must be purchased in advance.

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

Wood Lake Nature Center Book Club: Hudson Bay Bound
2025-10-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join other adults to discuss some wonderful environmental and outdoor recreation-based books. Refreshments will be provided. All books available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the nature center. Note: This event takes place at the Richfield Community Center due to construction at Wood Lake. $5/session; free for members.
This month: “Hudson Bay Bound: Two Women, One Dog, Two Thousand Miles to the Arctic.” Unrelenting winds, carnivorous polar bears, snake nests, sweltering heat, and constant hunger. Paddling from Minneapolis to Hudson Bay, following the 2000-mile route made famous by Eric Sevareid in his 1935 classic Canoeing with the Cree, Natalie Warren and Ann Raiho faced unexpected trials, some harrowing and some simply odd. But for the two friends–the first women to make this expedition–there was one timeless challenge: the occasional pitfalls that test character and friendship. Warren’s spellbinding account retraces the women’s journey from inspiration to Arctic waters, giving readers an insider view from the practicalities of planning a three-month canoe expedition to the successful accomplishment of the adventure of a lifetime.

MOA: Nattie Neidhart Book Event
2025-10-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Mall of America
WWE Superstar Natalya “Nattie” Neidhart, the longest-serving female wrestler in WWE history, is Visiting Mall of America for a special Book Event to celebrate her new memoir The Last Hart Beating. Nattie invites readers inside her extraordinary journey, from her upbringing in the legendary Hart family home through her more than two decides in wrestling. In this raw, unwaveringly honest memoir, Nattie opens up for the first time about her life as the legacy of the Hart family dynasty, candidly sharing untold details about her life. From heart-pounding glory to devastating loss, The Last Hart Beating pulls no punches when it comes to the drama, hilarity, and outright mayhem of life inside the ring and out.
Nattie is a third-generation WWE Superstar who has wrestled at the highest level for nearly 18 years. Her family, the Harts, built a wrestling dynasty spanning nearly eight decades. She is the first woman in the family to carry on the tradition, holding six world records–and we cannot wait to welcome her to Mall of America!
This is a ticketed event. Tickets available here.

Richfield Fall Boutique
2025-11-01 09:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-02 09:00 - 14:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Shop through two floors of local artists, crafters, and other creative artisans! Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a hand-stitched quilt, lovingly made by the Quilters Club. ATM will be available onsite.

Nature in Your Neighborhood: Changing Seasons
2025-11-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Augsburg Park Library, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
Join a Refuge Ranger to explore how our neighborhood nature is changing with the season, and discover the science behind the colors! Activities will be both indoors and outside and are geared toward elementary-aged students, but all are welcome. We will finish the program with a take-home project; materials provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Collaborator: Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge.
NOTE: This program may not occur, depending on the length of the federal shutdown.

Richfield Boardgame Night with Games by James
2025-11-01 16:00 - 21:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join a fun-filled night of board games at the community center! Games by James and Air Traffic will be providing newly-released games and modern classics to play. Recreation staff will be on hand to help learn the rules, and help with any questions that may come up. This is a great way to connect with other community members looking for a fun night of board games! No registration required. Ages 10 and up; youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Free.

Autumn Bird Migration Hike
2025-11-02 15:00 - 16:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Head out on a fall hike seeking the birds that migrate through Wood Lake. We will discuss the challenges that birds face during migration, as well as where they are headed. Binoculars and field guides will be available for loan. $5 per person; half-off for members.

Gaming Drop-In
2025-11-05 13:30 - 16:00 | Frenchman’s Pub, 1400 East 66th Street, Richfield, MN, 55423
Bring your favorite card or board games to play, or learn a new one! There will be old favorites, as well as new games to try out. For your best experience, come for an hour or more. This is planned to be a monthly event at Frenchman’s Pub; game play will start at 1:30 p.m. and be cleaned up and out by 4. Hosted by AnriasGames.com

Family Bingo
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join us every first Wednesday of the month for a lively evening of family fun at our Free Family Bingo! Bring your loved ones and enjoy an exciting game of bingo with chances to win fantastic prizes for both kids and adults. It’s a perfect opportunity for quality family time and friendly competition, Don’t miss out on the laughter and fun–mark your calendars now! Space is limited and registration is required!

Friends of Wood Lake Fundraising Dinner
2025-11-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Minnesota Valley Country Club, 6300 Auto Club Road, Bloomington, MN
Join us for an engaging evening at the Friends of Wood Lake (FOWL) Fundraising Dinner. Immerse yourself in an evening filled with camaraderie and support for FOWL’s vital mission.
Starting with a social gathering at 6 p.m., followed by a chef-prepared dinner at 7, this event promises to be a memorable experience. Be prepared for an exciting silent auction where you can bid on an array of unique items.
Our speaker for the evening will be Dr. Heidi Roop. Dr. Roop is the Director of the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership, and an Assistant Professor of Climate Science and Extension Specialist at the University of Minnesota. Her research and Extension programs combine cutting-edge climate science and effective science communication to increase the use and integration of climate-change information in decision-making at a range of scales–from city and state to national and international levels.
Secure your spot now by purchasing tickets online. Tickets are $85.00.

Richfield Pumpkin Smash
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Bring your tired, past-their-prime pumpkins to Veterans Park parking lot and see whose pumpkin ca drop, splat, and smash the best! This family-friendly event is FREE and open to all ages. Pumpkins brought to this event will be collected for composting.
Please bring only natural pumpkins, with no paint, glitter, candle wax, or stickers. Be sure to remove glow sticks, lights, or candles before the event.
