Wildflowers, Honey, & Ice Cream
2024-05-12 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy a leisurely wildflower hike and learn about the importance of the pollinators that visit them. Then help make homemade honey ice cream using honey produced by Wood Lake’s honeybees! Kids can decorate and personalize a special card for their mother or other loved one!

Spring Bird Hike
2024-05-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Enjoy a spring hike through Veterans Park as we look for both migrating and resident birds! Discover how to identify species from sight and sound. Binoculars and field guides will be available for loan. $5; free for FOWL members. NOTE: This hike takes place at VETERANS PARK.

Bike Park Season Kick Off
2024-05-16 16:00 - 18:30 | Taft Park, 6105 Bloomington Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Pedal over and join us at Taft Park for this season’s kick-off event celebrating all that is biking! Learn about the benefits of commuting by bike, connect with a collection of on-site vendors, try out e-bikes, and grab dinner at the food truck–all while enjoying Richfield’s new bike park. Free!

Live Music: The Aftergreens
2024-05-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Mall of America
Fusing punchy rhythms, heartfelt harmonies, and sincere songwriting, the Aftergreens have carved a place for themselves within the Minneapolis music community. Born from a childhood friendship and a love for indie rock, they emerged from the booming Midwest house show scene in the late 2010s drawing influence from The Beach Boys, Death Cab for Cutie, and The Vaccines.

The "Spas" of Richfield
2024-05-16 19:00 - 19:30 | Sandy’s Tavern, 6612 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Back by popular demand!! Learn more about Richfield’s fascinating history AND enjoy a delicious burger at Sandy’s Tavern. Explore Richfield’s seedy underbelly from the ’70s and ’80s, when “spas” proliferated! Learn how these businesses developed, what they offered, and what finally happened to them. AND 10% of the night’s food sales will be donated to the Richfield Historical Society; a win-win!

Friday (and some Saturdays!) Fun at Augsburg Adventure Park
2024-05-17 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-05-31 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-06-14 10:00 - 10:30 | Augsburg Adventure Park, 7000 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Spend the morning listening to stories shared through puppets, Read-A-Story Theater, storybook walks, and staff-led storytime at Augsburg Adventure Park. Each week will include new adventures to share, followed by playtime at the playground. Special dance parties are sprinkled in the mix to celebrate the summer season!

Swing Dance Night: Mississippi Hot Club
2024-05-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Mall of America
Grab your boogie shoes and get ready to swing the night away! Swing Dance Night, featuring the Mississippi Hot Club, returns to the Huntington Bank Rotunda. The night’s festivities will kick off at 6:30 p.m., with a dance class led by Terry and Cindy of TC Swing. Following the lesson, live music hits from 7 to 8:30 p.m., the perfect opportunity to test out your brand-new skills! With plenty of space on the dance floor and some of the best musical talent in town, this is a night out at the Mall you won’t want to miss!

Family Beginner Archery
2024-05-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Learn the parts of the bow, shooting techniques, and range safety in this beginner class. Practice skills and play games! Equipment is provided or participants can bring their own bow. Online registration at woodlakenaturecenter.org is required. Ages 8 and up; youth registrants must be accompanied by a registered/paid adult. $15 per person; $10 for members.

Adult Beginner Archery
2024-05-19 15:00 - 16:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Learn the parts of the bow, shooting techniques, and range safety in this beginner class. Practice skills and play games! Equipment is provided or participants may bring their own bow. Online registration at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org is required. Ages 16 and up. $15 per person; $10 for members.

Live Music: Samantha Grimes
2024-05-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Mall of America
Samantha Grimes, bless with a mesmerizing voice and a remarkable songwriting ability, was born and raised in Minnesota. Her natural inclination towards melodies and storytelling set her apart from her peers early on…that and the happy accident that became her signature style: Left-handed and upside-down guitar playing! Her exceptional vocal range and poignant songwriting have earned the following accolades: She is a 2022 and 2023 Josie Music Award Nominee in the category of “Rising Star.” She is also a multiple-time nominee for Entertainer of the Year and Songwriter of the Year from ISSA organization, winning Entertainer of the Year in 2023! Currently, you can catch her single “Wendy Darling” on 97.1fm Cities97, and also her single “Cherry” on 93.7fm 93X Loud and Local.

Farmers Market
2024-05-25 07:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-01 07:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-08 07:00 - 12:00 | Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
For 35 years, the Richfield Farmers Market has offered Minnesota-grown local produce and delicious locally-made foods by chefs and cottage industry food producers. You’ll find unique handmade goods from local artisans, kids’ activities, live music, community booths, and special events–all in one convenient location!! Yoga every week 8:45-9:30 a.m.; free and open to all ages. Live music every week; see website for schedule.

Storytime in the Park
2024-05-27 10:00 - 10:30 | Augsburg Adventure Park, 7000 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Drop in for 30 minutes of songs and stories, followed by open play at Augsburg Adventure Park! The program is presented by Tod Pod Playgroup, and hosted by Richfield Recreation. The group will gather in the grass next to the park entrance. Caregivers, come on down with your babies, toddlers, and preschool-aged children to this welcoming and supportive environment. Free. Every Monday in May!

Memorial Day Ceremony
2024-05-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Honoring All Veterans Memorial, 6401 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Join us for Richfield’s annual Memorial Day ceremony, featuring guest speaker Bob Jasperson (Vietnam Veteran); music from the 34th Infantry Division Saxophone Ensemble; and a Flyover Performance by T-6 Thunder. Parking/wheelchair access at the American Legion Post 435 parking lot (6429 Portland). Free; held rain or shine. Please bring your own chair.

Live Music: Pullstring
2024-05-30 17:00 - 18:00 | Mall of America
Pullstring is the modern, everyman rock band, putting to words what it’s like to be a young adult. Hailing from the Twin Cities, their brand of alternative rock is influenced by many artists throughout the decades, and brings what fans call “nostalgic vibes” to listeners. Pullstring’s palette of sounds ranges from bittersweet melancholy to upbeat anthems. Pullstring has played to packed venues and festival lineups all around the Midwest.

Author Talk and Book Signing with Penn and Kim Holderness
2024-05-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Mall of America
Join award-winning content creators Penn and Kim Holderness for an enlightening book event as they celebrate the release of their latest book, “ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide to (Mostly) Thriving with ADHD,” published by Harper Horizon on April 30, 2024. Renowned for their humorous online videos, Penn and Kim share personal insights and practical tools for living with or supporting someone with ADHD. From Penn’s own journey to quizzes and ADHD Bingo, this event offers an entertaining yet informative exploration of ADHD’s challenges and strengths. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how ADHD can be both daunting and awesome, and learn valuable strategies for embracing its upsides. Event includes a discussion, Q&A, and book-signing with Penn and Kim.

Saturday Fun at Augsburg Adventure Park
2024-06-01 10:00 - 10:30 | Augsburg Adventure Park, 7000 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Spend the morning listening to stories shared through puppets, Read-A-Story Theater, storybook walks, and staff-led storytime at Augsburg Adventure Park. Each week will include new adventures to share, followed by playtime at the playground. Special dance parties are sprinkled in the mix to celebrate the summer season! Today: Storytime with the Richfield Fire Department!

Richfield Board Game Night
2024-06-01 17:00 - 21:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join a fun-filled night of board games at the Richfield 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 will be a great way to connect with other community members looking for a fun night of board games! Ages 10 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Free; no registration required!

Storytime in the Park
2024-06-03 09:30 - 10:00, 2024-06-10 09:30 - 10:00 | Augsburg Adventure Park, 7000 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Drop in for a 30-minute session of songs and stories, followed by open play at the park. The program is presented by Tod Pod Playgroup, and hosted by Richfield Recreation. The group will gather in the grass next to the park entrance. Caregivers, come on down with your babies, toddlers, and pre-school-aged children to this welcoming and supportive environment. Free!

Gaming Drop-In
2024-06-05 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

2024-06-07 | Richfield Outdoor Pool, 630 East 66th Street, Richfield, MN, 55423
Pool opens today!! The Richfield Outdoor Pool is located at 630 East 66th Street in Richfield; see website for hours and pricing. Has two full-size slides, splash pad, and diving boards.

Augsburg Skate Park Season Kickoff
2024-06-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Augsburg Skate Park, 7000 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
3rd Lair will be joining us to celebrate the new addition to the Augsburg Skate Park, with demonstrations from pro skaters, a skateboarding competition, skateboard instruction, skateboards and safety equipment to try, music, giveaways, and more! Free!

Nature in Your Neighborhood: Plant Power
2024-06-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Augsburg Park Library, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
You don’t have to leave your neighborhood to explore nature! Join a Refuge Ranger to learn all about plants. We will explore the science of plans, discover what is growing in our neighborhood, and get some seeds ready to plant around where you live! Activities are geared toward elementary-aged students, but all are welcome. Come dressed for the weather and outdoor exploration. Children must be accompanied by an adults. Free.

MDVA Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration Program
2024-06-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Mall of America
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is hosting the Commemoration Program of the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War with speakers, music, and storytelling. The event will highlight the service of the US Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, recognize the crucial contributions and deep sacrifices made by the allies of the United States during the Vietnam War, and provide an opportunity for healing, thanking, and honoring Minnesota Vietnam Veterans, in whatever branch or capacity they served. Free; Huntington Bank Rotunda of the Mall of America.

Live Music: Tom Hunter
2024-06-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Tom Hunter, the Minneapolis piano player and singer, is 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. In fact, we’re pretty sure he’s got more genres under his belt than most people have pairs of shoes. But don’t let his musical prowess fool you – Tom is also one heck of a showman. With his fingers dancing across the keys and his voice soaring through the air, he’s a force to be reckoned with on stage. 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. So if you’re looking for a night of great music and even greater entertainment, look no further than Tom Hunter. He’s the kind of performer who will leave you wanting more – and luckily for us, he’s got plenty of songs up his sleeve to keep us coming back for more.

Live Music: Rock the Lawn
2024-06-14 18:00 - 23:00 | Academy of Holy Angels, 6600 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Academy of Holy Angels’ annual live-music fundraiser, Rock the Lawn, is back! Food, beer and wine, games, and live music, including Bluehound and St. Paul and the Minneapolis Funk All Stars. Don’t miss it!
