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06/29/2026
Due to the heat, the afternoon session of Rec on the Spot at Riverview Park is CANCELED today (Monday, June 29).
The morning session will still take place from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Woodcrest Park, 901 103rd Ave.
https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1259/Rec-on-the-Spot
06/29/2026
Register for the Firecracker 5K Run/Walk, which takes place on Saturday, July 4 at 8 a.m. Get discounted pricing today!
There's also a FREE Kids Sparkler Dash at 9:15 a.m.
More info:
https://www.runcr.org/register.html
06/25/2026
🎡Just one week away! 🎆
The annual 4th of July Celebration takes place July 2-4 at Boulevard Plaza, 11002 Crooked Lake Blvd. From carnival fun and bingo to food and live music, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Anyone under age 18 must be accompanied and monitored by an adult. Also, the carnival and midway will close promptly at 7:30 p.m. on July 4.
Complete schedule of events:
https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1312/4th-of-July-Community-Celebration
The 4th of July Celebration is sponsored by the C**n Rapids North Star Lions Club, C**n Rapids Community Strength Foundation and the C**n Rapids Fire Department Social Club.
06/25/2026
The fourth concert of the summer at the C**n Rapids Dam is TONIGHT (Thursday, June 25). Small Town Radio will peform at 7 p.m. Parking and admission are FREE!
Concessions are available for purchase from 5:30-7 p.m. from the C**n Rapids North Star Lions Club and Boy Scout Troop #524.
The Summer Concert Series is organized by the C**n Rapids Arts Commission with funding from the C**n Rapids Community Strength Foundation.
Full schedule here:
https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1309/Summer-Concert-Series
06/24/2026
Apply to have your garden considered as a stop on this summer's Sustainable Garden Tour! The tour takes place on Saturday, July 18 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Locations will be announced in July.
Each year, the C**n Rapids Sustainability Commission hosts the event to showcase gardens throughout the city that feature native plants, pollinator-friendly plants or edible food gardens.
Apply here:
https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/FormCenter/Community-Development-29/2025-Sustainable-Garden-Tour-Showcase-Yo-211
06/24/2026
Come out to the C**n Rapids Farmers Market TODAY (Wednesday, June 24)!
The market runs every Wednesday (rain or shine) from 3-6 p.m. through Oct. 7 in the parking lot of the C**n Rapids Ice Center, 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd. Find fresh vegetables, berries, flowers, honeys, jams, breads and more from vendors with the Anoka County Growers Association.
Cottage bakers, artists and crafters are being sought to enhance the Farmers Market and add variety. These 13 vendors are scheduled to be at the market on Wednesday, June 24:
◼️ Ask A Master Gardener
◼️ Loonatick LLC
◼️ Birch and Pine
◼️ Bouquets and Neck Lace
◼️ Mama Bear Creationz
◼️ The Green Ritual: Matcha & Tea Bar LLC
◼️ uneARThed creationz
◼️ Vegan Village Bakery
◼️ Orange Cap Woodworking
◼️ Bohemian Remedy
◼️ Cleveland Chophouse
◼️ G'ma's Bakery
◼️ Happy Bone Dog Treats/Main Squeeze
If you're a non-produce vendor and interested in joining the market this year, you can sign up here:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/coonrapids/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_category_ids=14&viewMode=list
More market info:
https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1308/Farmers-Market
06/23/2026
🌩️ WEATHER CANCELATION 🌩️
Due to forecasted storms this afternoon and evening, tonight's Summer in the City meeting at Riverview Park will NOT take place.
We hope you can join us for the next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 14 at Alder Park, 50 104th Lane.
https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1310/Summer-in-the-City-Neighborhood-Meetings
06/22/2026
Woohoo! The splash pad at Boulevard Plaza is OPEN and normal operations have resumed.
The splash pad closed unexpectedly over the weekend due to a small malfunction that has been corrected. Thank you for your patience!
Boulevard Plaza is located at 11002 Crooked Lake Blvd., on the grounds of the C**n Rapids Ice Center. The park is open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Shelters and picnic tables are available for use on a first-come, first-serve basis. This facility does not accept reservations.