FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Welcome to Minnesota's Festival Spot!
From the annual Twin Cities Film Fest to music festivals and cultural celebrations, St. Louis Park and Golden Valley are home to a smorgasbord of exciting festivals and events.
May 31 – June 1, 2025
GameDay 2025 Functional Fitness CompetitionCome watch hundreds of athletes as they compete in the ultimate fitness competition. GameDay celebrates strength, endurance and community. Athletes will be competing both as individuals and in coed teams of two in a wide variety of fitness events. Spectator tickets will be available at the event.
The ROC
Occurs Every Week
Golden Valley Concerts in the ParkBring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the summer concert series at Brookview Park!
Brookview Park
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Week
Live Music on the Patio – TuesdaysEnjoy live music on the patio at the Park Tavern every Tuesday.
Park Tavern
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Week
Live Music on the Patio – WednesdaysEnjoy live music on the patio at the Park Tavern every Wednesday
Park Tavern
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Week
West End WednesdaysJoin The Shops at West End for West End Wednesdays, held every Wednesday all summer long! Enjoy live music, food trucks, and an artisan marketplace.
The Shops at West End
FREE EVENT
June 4, 2025
The Annual Sweet Potato Pie ShowcaseJoin Sweet Potato Comfort Pie for the their 5th annual Juneteenth Jubilee! Featuring a sweet potato pie showcase filled with heartwarming stories and delicious pie tastings.
Crayon Kelly Agency Gallery
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Week
Live Music on the Patio – ThursdaysEnjoy live music on the patio at the Park Tavern every Thursday.
Park Tavern
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Week
Live Music Fridays @ The MarketJoin Mill Valley Market at the Trailhead in Theodore Wirth Regional Park for live music every Friday!
The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth
FREE EVENT
June 7, 2025
Golden Valley Pride FestivalThe Golden Valley Pride Festival is a celebration of Golden Valley LGBTQ individuals, families and friends. This family-friendly event, held annually at Brookview Park, includes exhibits from local businesses and community groups, live music, food trucks, bouncy houses and games, a beer and wine garden and more. All are welcome.
Brookview Park
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Month
Pavek Museum Guided TourJoin the Pavek Musuem the first Saturday of every month for a special guided tour, with in-depth historical interpretation and demonstrations of artifacts only available via the tour.
Pavek Museum
Occurs Every Month
Trad Sessions at The LocalJoin The Local on the first Saturday of the month for a trad session, an informal gathering of people playing Irish music together.
The Local - West End
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Week
Thai Sunday MarketExperience the vibrant markets of Thailand and Southeast Asia close to home! Enjoy Thai street food and desserts, Thai souvenirs, and traditional crafts.