Hidden Valley Park is a neighborhood favorite, especially for families who want to spend a quiet Saturday afternoon together. There are jogging paths, an ice rink in the winter, and sports facilities as well. There is a play ground area for the younger set, which makes it the perfect place for nearly everyone.
Liberty Park is one of two parks in New Hope that has a dog park. It has a large enclosed area in which your canine friend can frolic and caper. It is small, but there's plenty of room for the dogs to run. There is also a playground for the younger set to enjoy while your dog is having fun in the park.
Lions Park is a neighborhood favorite in park because it has a dog park. It's a great place to bring your canine friend to frolic and play. There is also a playground area so your kids can play as well. There is also a picnic area if you want to have a bite to eat or just rest. There is a basketball court and a field for other sports as well.
Northwood Park is a favorite of the community members for many reasons. It has a play area for the kids, picnic tables when you want to rest and/or have a bite to eat, and fields/courts in which you can play sports such as baseball and basketball. There are also ziplines for some added fun. Many popular events are scheduled in the park, including Duk Duk Daze, an annual event that celebrates the community.
The Cake Box Bakery is located in Broadway Village; it's a favorite place to grab a cake for any festive occasion, including birthdays, weddings, graduations, and more. They do traditional cakes and non-traditional cakes, and they do custom-made cakes, too. They do cookies as well as cakes, and they also make cupcakes. Not only do their baked goods taste good, they are a visual feast as well.
Fat Nat's Eggs--New Hope was open in 2003 by Nat and it's the first of three Fat Nat's Eggs restaurants. It is located in the Winnetka Commons. They are known for their hearty breakfasts that are tasty as well as filling. The decor is simple and the staff members are welcoming. The menu has classics such as Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros Carnitas, and Florentine Omelette. They also have special dishes such as Sammy's Triple Fruit Fritter French Toast, Biscuits & Gravy, and Fat Nat's Slider. They have a lunch menu, too, with burgers, chicken sandwiches, and other sandwiches.
Frankie's Chicago Style opened in 1991 by Frankie and was bought by Kent Garbers in 1997 after he had worked under the original Frank. It is located in the Winnetka Commons; it has a modern decor with clean lines. The atmosphere and staff are welcoming and friendly. The menu is stuffed with tasty dishes from the Windy City, much like a Chicago's deep dish pizza is stuffed. The menu includes in addition to the Chicago Style Stuffed (pizza), Italian Beef Sandwich, Chili Dog, and the Chicago Fire Burger.
The Italian Pie Shoppe is a pizza restaurant in the New Hope Bowling bowling place. They believe that the pizza is a big draw for the people who don't bowl and a way to bring people together; they deliver pizza with a smile. The menu includes pizza, of course, such as Meat Lovers, Special 6-item Combo, and BBQ. They have thin crust pizza, deep dish pizza, and stuffed-pizza. Their non-pizza menu has salads, sandwiches, and burgers, too.
New Panda House is a Chinese restaurant that features several favorites, including Sweet & Sour Chicken, Moo Goo Gai Pan, Roast Pork Fried Rice, Egg Rolls, Moo Shu Roast Pork, and more. The restaurant is in a strip mall and the decor is plain, but the food is satisfying. The staff members are welcoming and the atmosphere is casual. The menu includes, in addition to the aforementioned favorites, Jumbo Shrimp Udon, Triple Delight, and much more.
Que Taco Mex Grill is a family-owned Mexican restaurant--one of the two they own in Minnesota. They are known for their homey and traditional Mexican food, their salsa, and their welcoming atmosphere. Staff members are friendly; the decor is colorful and cheerful. They have outdoor seating when the weather permits as well. The menu includes Torta Cubana, Chicken Adobado, Alambres, and a Combo Platter.
Arc's Value Village is the thrift shop of a nonprofit called The Arc Minnesota. They serve people with developmental disabilities and the Arc's Value Village Thrift Stores and Donation Centers were established in 1982 as a way to help their clients by funding services and programs for them. They accept donations and they are always looking for volunteers. Clothes-wise, they have over 20,000 gently-used items on their shelves, including clothing, books, gift cards, and more. The staff members are friendly and knowledgeable.
Cinema Grill & Outtakes Bar are a good combo when you want a movie, a bite to eat, and something to wash it down. The former has movies and live comedy whereas the latter is a fun place to have craft beers and/or cocktails with friends. The service is friendly and the atmosphere is convivial. The menu includes Jalapeno Pepper Jack Burger, Spicy Hawaiian Pizza, Ultimate Pulled Pork, and Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap.
Pocket Square Cocktail Lounge is owned by A. Davis Distillery, who are members of the New Hope community. They distill their own spirits. which they then use in their carefully-handcrafted cocktails. They have a outdoor patio in addition to their cocktail lounge, and both are enjoyed by their customers. The atmosphere is casual and convivial, and the wait staff are friendly. Their menu includes Molten Guava, Rosemary's Dog, Moscow Mule, and more.
Pub 42 was opened in 2014 with an eye towards community involvement and good food. They have a passionate following with whom they have a mutually-satisfying relationship. They want to make every customer happy and that focus as well as the quality food is what has earned them a loyal following. The decor is modern and warm, and the atmosphere is welcoming. The service is friendly as well and they have patio seating for when the weather is nice. Dogs are welcome on the patio. The menu includes Korean Vegetable Mandoo, Maple Pepper Bacon and Tomato (flatbread), Millionaires Bacon Burger, Cajun Fettuccine, and much, much more. On the drinks side, they have a full slate of drinks, ranging from craft beers to cocktails and more.
Creative Arts is hosted by New Hope Church and it's their mission to bring art to the community. They believe in expressing oneself through creativity, whether it's spoken word, drawing, set design, or other media. They also host Communication Arts, which focuses more on writing, photography, etc. They have galleries to visit and workshops to participate in, including mixed media and kintsugi.
Music in the Park is a summertime series that is fun for the entire family. It involves different music acts in the, yes, park, which everyone can enjoy on a balmy summer evening. The address included is that of the Park and Rec Department as this series goes to different parks over the season.
The New Hope Aquatic Center has pride of place in the community. It's fun for the whole family as long as everyone is a fan of being in the water. There is a shallow end, of course, for those who just want to wade and splash a bit. There is Adult Lap Swimming as well as Adult Water Walking. There are swimming lessons and the Lifeguard Certification Course, too. The pool can be rented out for parties, such as birthday parties, work outings, and family festivities. The concession menu includes pizza, hamburgers, chicken tenders, ice cream sandwiches, slushies, and more.
New Hope Bowl is a bowling center that has been striking up fun for the entire family for over 50 years. This includes League Bowling, Open Bowling, and Midnight Bowling. There is food available via The Italian Pie Shoppe, which is known for it's pizza. They also open the lanes for birthday parties and business parties for people as well. In addition, they host sand volleyball leagues.
New Hope Dance is a program run by the City of New Hope's Park and Recreation Department. Classes are held in the New Hope Ice Arena Community Room, and they are available for kids from ages 2 1/2 to grade 12. They teach tap, jazz, and ballet. They offer classes in different age groupings. They have three recitals per year at the end of the spring session.
The New Hope Performance Center is very close to the New Hope Aquatic Park. It is a community favorite because there are many events held here. They include Music in the Park, Movies in the Park, New Hope Summer Theatre, and Acting Camps for Kids. The New Hope Summer Theatre includes Off Broadway Musical Theatre and more. The Acting Camps for Kids have sessions for kids aged 5-7 and other sessions for kids 8-12.
Unstoppable Dance Company was started in October, 2019, as a way to bring dance to the community. It's a nonprofit started by choreographers who teach an array of dance styles, including hip hop, jazz, musical, and more. They promote positivity and aim to strengthen their students self-esteem and self-expression through dance.
The At Ease Health and Wellness Easter Egg Hunt is sponsored by At Ease Health and Wellness. It occurs around Easter, which is usually in April. It is a way to have fun with the whole family, especially the little ones. There is a coloring contest, cookie decorating, and, of course, an Easter egg hunt. It will be a day to remember for kids of all ages.
Duk Duk Days is a three-day annual event that happens in July in Northwood Park. It started in 1969 and troubles at the 50th anniversary of the event led to speculation that there would be no further Duk Duk Daze. Then, the pandemic happened, but it's back in 2022 with a slate of activities that will be fun for the whole family. There is a volleyball tournament that is well-known, and that is just the tip of the iceberg. Activities in the past have included an Arts & Crafts Fair, Live Music, Giant Jenga, Happy Trails Petting Zoo, and Carnival Rides, just to name a few.
The Cooper Art and Craft Fair is held at Robbinsdale Cooper High School and is sponsored by the New Hope Women of Today. The fair is filled with artists in several different media, including glass, wood, canvas, and more. There are many items available for purchase, including (but not restricted to) prints, candles, and jewelrly.
Christmas is a magical time, one in which you want to bestow good fortune on those around you. That is what the Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train does as it wends its way across the country, gathering food and raising money. It donates its profits to local food banks, which adds to the Christmas cheer for those in need of a boost. It stops at the New Hope Ice Arena along its way, providing entertainment for the whole family.
