The Minnetonka Kids' Fest has been hosted annually by the City of Minnetonka in February for over a quarter of a century. It is held at the Minnetonka Community Center and is fun for everyone in the family. It's free and there are tons of things to do, both indoors and out. There is face […]

The Minnetonka Community Center is located in Civic Center Park where the City Hall is also situated. The MCC has classes during the week as well as rooms that are available for renting. There are city events planned there throughout the year, and it's a good place for people in the neighborhood to congregate. There […]

Civic Center Park hosts many events over the year that brings together members of the community. There are plenty of amenities, including a canoe landing, an indoor skating rink, and a football/soccer field. There is also a playground for the younger set and a picnic area if you want to take a break and pull […]

Jidana Park is 60 acres and a community preserve that is perfect for enjoying a day out in nature. There is a canoe landing and dock, and this is a great way to enjoy the surrounding beauty. There are no fields or courts in this preserve, but there are plenty of ways to soak in […]

The Tonka Turkey Trot has been an annual event for over a decade. It's held the morning of Thanksgiving and it starts--and ends--at Minnetonka High School. It's a USATF-certified 5K course that runs through the nearby neighborhoods. It's a much-anticipated race that is enjoyed by many people before their Thanksgiving activities. After the race, there […]

Burwell Spooktacular is a yearly Halloween event hosted by the City of Minnetonka in the historic Burwell House right before Halloween. It is under their Entertainment in the Park category, and it's an annual favorite. It's recommended for kids under 12, who should come in costumes, of course. It's free and family-friendly, with a scavenger […]

Ford Park is a favorite of the members in the community. There are walking and biking trails upon which you can meander as you enjoy the foliage around you. There is a playground for the younger set that is filled with fun equipment for them to play on. There is also a picnic shelter with […]

Ridgedale Center opened in 1974 and is the fourth 'dale' shopping center after Southdale, Brookdale, and Rosedale. The department stores include JC Penney, Macy's, and Nordstrom. There are a wide variety of stores, including Claire's, Salt of the Earth Apothecary, Pink Lilie, and more. There are places for kids to express themselves  such as the […]

Entertainment in the Park is hosted by the city of Minnetonka throughout the summer, and it's Music in the Park, Theater in the Park, and Movies in the Park all rolled up into one. It's from June to September in Civic Center Park on a weekly basis. Everyone in the community is invited to join […]

Music Association of Minnetonka, in a partnership with the City of Minnetonka, has many different musical groups that perform all around the city and beyond. These groups include an adult choral group, a youth choral group, an adult instrumental ensemble, and free performances. They believe that music enriches lives, and they aim to provide that […]

Momentum School of Dance is a dance school that is family friendly and teaches dance in a supportive environment. They aim on making dance fun for their students. They offer classes in three seasons: Fall, Spring, and Sumer. They offer classes in different kinds of dance and beyond because they want to provide a well-rounded […]

Arts Center on 7 is a multi-room arts building that is located just off Highway 7. The rooms are open to the public and non-profits alike (at different rates), and they include the Main Stage, the Studio Theatre, and Rehearsal Rooms. The rooms can also be reserved for meetings as well. There are several theater […]