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.
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.
Wat Promwachirayan
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Week
Market in the ValleyGolden Valley's outdoor farmers market featuring locally grown produce, meats, cheeses, honey, arts and crafts and much more.
Golden Valley Water Tower
FREE EVENT
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
July 7, 2025
Trail of Small Wonders Opening Day FestivalMagic comes to Westwood Hills Nature Center! The grand unveiling of the Trail of Small Wonders features a miniature world of tiny hand-made dwellings for fairies, elves, gnomes and perhaps a few trolls, as well as butterfly stilt walkers, music and dance performances, hands-on art stations, and more.
Westwood Hills Nature Center
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
SLP Rotary Club Summer Concert SeriesThe City of St. Louis Park and the SLP Rotary Club are pleased to bring you the Summer Concert Series. All performances are FREE and filled with amazing talent. Experience a different musical genre each week!
Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Week
SLP Kids Summer Concert SeriesThe City of St. Louis Park is pleased to bring you the Kids Summer Concert Series. All performances are FREE and filled with amazing talent. Bring a blanket and enjoy some summertime tunes!
Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater
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
Occurs Every Week
Puppet Wagon – WednesdaysGolden Valley's beloved summer shows are back, bringing delightful puppet performances to the park! These unique, family-friendly shows promise 10-15 minutes of charming entertainment for all ages. The wagon visits 3 different parks each Wednesday morning.
Glenview Terrace, Scheid and Lions Park
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
Open Mic NightCome hear local artists and groups perform during Open Mic Night! Bring a blanket or chairs, dinner or snacks, and enjoy musical entertainment in the park.
Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Week
Outdoor Yoga – ThursdaysEnjoy a FREE hour of yoga in the park lead by a trained instructor!
Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater
FREE EVENT
Occurs Every Month
Rollin’ @ the ROCGet ready to roll with us at the ROC! Whether you're a pro on wheels or just starting out, join us for some fun on the rink. Enjoy great music, exercise and a fun community atmosphere. Come roll the night away! The events are for all ages.
The ROC (Recreation Outdoor Center)
Occurs Every Week
Puppet Wagon – ThursdaysGolden Valley's beloved summer shows are back, bringing delightful puppet performances to the park! These unique, family-friendly shows promise 10-15 minutes of charming entertainment for all ages. The wagon visits 3 different parks each Thursday morning.
Lions, North Wesley and Hampshire Park
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
Occurs Every Week
Outdoor Yoga – SaturdaysEnjoy a FREE hour of yoga in the park lead by a trained instructor!