Visit Richfield

Gaming Drop-In
2025-01-01 13:30 - 16:00, 2025-02-05 13:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | 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
2025-01-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Bring your loved ones and enjoy an exciting night of Family Bingo! 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 excitement; mark your calendars now! Space is limited and registration is required at www.richfieldmn.gov/register. Free.

Live Animal Hour
2025-01-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-02-01 09:00 - 10:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Meet Wood Lake Nature Center’s animal ambassadors up close! Come learn about some of the reptiles and amphibians native to Minnesota, and make an animal craft to take home. $5/person; half-off for members. Register here.

Board Game Night
2025-01-04 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-01 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 will be a great way to connect with other community members looking for a fun night of board games!
Ages 10 and up; youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Free.

Animal Tracks and Scat
2025-01-05 13:00 - 14:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join us for an exciting winter adventure as we explore the tracks and scat left behind by local wildlife. Learn how to identify animal prints and signs in the snow, and create your own plaster cast of tracks to take home as a keepsake. Perfect for families and nature lovers eager to uncover the hidden stories of animals in winter! $10/person; half-off for members. Register here.

Play Dates
2025-01-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Kids ages 5 and under, with adult, are invited to a free play date on select Saturdays at the Community Center. Check out the different themes/activities for each date! Kids and adults, bring your friends and your coffee and come hang out! This week: Live Music. Free for all!

Marvelous Muskrats of the North
2025-01-12 12:30 - 14:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Head out on Wood Lake’s frozen marsh to discover the curious lives of muskrats! Learn about the numerous ways these creatures adapt to survive under the ice in Minnesota. $5/person; half-off for members. Register here.

Wood Lake Book Club: The Nature Fix
2025-01-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
From forest trails in Korea, to islands in Finland, to eucalyptus groves in California, Florence Williams investigates the science behind nature’s positive effects on the brain. Delving into brand-new research, she uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and strengthen our relationships. As our modern lives shift dramatically indoors, these ideas–and the answers they yield–are more urgent than ever.
Join other adults to discuss some wonderful environmental and outdoor recreation-based books. Refreshments will be provided. Books are available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the Interpretive Center. $5/person; free for members.

Toddler Tuesdays LIVE: Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster
2025-01-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Mall of America
Join Children’s Theater Company Teaching Artists Maggie Cramer and Alex Hagen for a fun-filled program featuring a theatre game or two, a special craft, and an interactive reading of Leonardo, The Terrible Monster by Mo Willems. Runs once at 10 and once at 11.

Night Hike
2025-01-16 16:30 - 18:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy a quiet stroll along the trails of Wood Lake. Afterwards, sip hot chocolate and enjoy the warmth of a fire. Please wear snow boots and warm clothing. Ages 10 and up. $10/hike; half-off for members. Register here.

Snowshoe Hike
2025-01-18 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-01 15:00 - 16:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy the beauty of winter at Wood Lake while snowshoeing! Learn the history of this fascinating sport, along with techniques and helpful tips. Afterward, warm up inside with a cup of hot chocolate next to a glowing fire! Snowshoes are provided; warm winter boots are a must! $15/person; half-off for members. Register here.

Cross Country Ski Lessons
2025-01-19 12:30 - 14:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Did you know that cross-country skiing is one of the best kinds of all-around exercise? Our friendly and non-competitive approach provides a comfortable learning environment for beginning skiers. Learn about equipment, how to get up from a fall, uphill techniques, the diagonal stride, and double-poling. $15/person; includes ski rental. Half-off for members. Register here.

US Pond Hockey Championships Begin!
2025-01-22 16:00 - 21:00 | Lake Nokomis Park, 4955 West Lake Nokomis Parkway, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55417
The 20th annual US Pond Hockey Championships take place a stone’s throw from Richfield, on Lake Nokomis in south Minneapolis. Hockey as it was meant to be played! Celebrate the spirit of outdoor hockey in this unique opportunity to be surrounded by the winter beauty of Minnesota. Takes place over four days; free to attend. Beer tent and food vendors will be there…and warm up at Frenchman’s Pub in Richfield, the unofficial home of the USPHC!

Look Out for Owls!
2025-01-23 16:00 - 17:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Owls live everywhere. These amazing animals have adapted to nearly every kind of habitat: rain forest, tundra, desert, prairie–even cities! Wood Lake is home to nesting owls this time of year. Learn about owl adaptations and calls, then take a hike through the snowy woods…on a lookout for owls! Ages 8 and up; dress for a cold winter hike. $5 person; half-off for FOWL members.

Family Dome Day
2025-01-24 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 onsite for families to use, but you’re welcome to bring your own sport-related items. Open dome time is for all ages. $5/person; registration is for each participant and available for preregistration online or walk-ups with cash only.

Play Dates
2025-01-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Kids ages 5 and under, with adult, are invited to a free play date on select Saturdays at the Community Center. Check out the different themes/activities for each date! Kids and adults, bring your friends and your coffee and come hang out! This week: Obstacle Course. Free for all!

Wood Lake Open House
2025-01-26 12:00 - 17:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Help celebrate Wood Lake and the changes that will take place in the coming years as we replace our current building with a new one that will serve the community for the next 50-plus years. There will be a short program at 2 p.m. Refreshments and memories provided! Free.

Curling Day Minnesota
2025-01-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Madison Park, 6244 Knox Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, 55423
Throw a stone and sweep! Celebrate Curling Day Minnesota on the ice along with the Richfield Curling Club and Richfield Recreation. Voyageur and outdoor curling equipment will be provided, along with hot chocolate in the warm Madison Park building. Preregistration recommended but walk-ups welcome. Free; all ages welcome.

Star Gazing and Sky Watching Party
2025-01-31 18:00 - 21:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Look for constellations, hear stories, and enjoy the night. Local groups will be present to share how our night sky has been lost to light pollution, and simple things to do to bring back the night. Free; all ages welcome.

Lunar New Year Celebration
2025-02-01 12:30 - 17:30, 2025-02-02 12:30 - 17:30 | Mall of America
Celebrate Lunar New Year with Mall of America! This year is the year of the Snake. The Snake is a symbol of wisdom, charm, elegance, and transformation – and we’re here for all of it! Our annual Lunar New Year festivities are open to everyone and include artistic performances, cultural presentations, and fascinating activities; plus special decor and photo backdrops to mark the occasion.

Family Sledding Party
2025-02-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Augsburg Park, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
Join us for an all-ages family sledding party! Hot cocoa bar, snacks, and glow sticks will be provided (while supplies last). Pre-registration is encouraged, and children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Bring your sleds; the Richfield Community Center sled library will also be available!

Winter Survival Shelters
2025-02-02 15:00 - 16:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Discover essential winter survival skills in this hands-on class designed for outdoor enthusiasts. Learn the “Rule of 3” as a guide in a survival situation, how to build a shelter, and how to start a one-match fire. Perfect for those looking to deepen their connections with nature or have fun encountering a new challenge! $5/person; half-off for members. Click here to register.

Cosmic Ice Skating
2025-02-02 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 Book Club: Silent Spring
2025-02-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Rarely does a single book alter the course of history, but Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring did exactly that. The outcry that followed its publication in 1962 forced the banning of DDT and spurred revolutionary changes in the laws affecting our air, land, and water. Carson’s passionate concern for the future of our planet reverberated powerfully throughout the world. As Carson reminds us, “In nature, nothing exists alone.”
Join other adults to discuss some wonderful environmental and outdoor recreation-based books. Refreshments will be provided. Books are available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the Interpretive Center. $5/person; free for members.
