Kayak and paddleboard rental begins today! (Reservations open May 6.) Make reservations and pay online to rent kayaks (single and two-person) and paddleboards for 4-hour blocks (located at the north end of Taft Park at 62nd and Bloomington Avenue).
The Richfield Outdoor Pool opens for the summer today! Inludes a wading pool for toddlers...and brand-new this year, a free splash pad outside pool grounds! Season passes available for purchase through June 5. Click here for hours and rates.
Celebrate family pickleball day at Richfield's Heredia Park! Rec staff and instructor Rachel Kroog will guide play, with participants getting a chance to try this growing sport. Bring a paddle or borrow equipment from the city. Completely free and perfect for all ages and abilities!
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.
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 […]
Everyone loves to beach party, and now the kids can join in the fun with this special show for families and children, featuring Bob the Beachcomber. Kids are encouraged to sing along, clap their hands, stomp their feet, get up and dance, and enjoy popular and familiar music featuring everything from the Beach Boys to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
