Powderhorn Park Recreation Center

10/14/2026

❄️ Cooler weather is coming... but the fun is moving indoors! ❄️

Our Preschool Indoor Playgroup kicks off on October 22—just a week from tomorrow! Don't miss out on a warm, fun space for your little ones to play this fall.

📲 Register now: https://tinyurl.com/m4kmwrvn

09/11/2026

Ready, set, dance!

Our community-favorite youth dance classes are officially back and first night is Tues Sept 22! Whether your young one is exploring creative movement or dropping into some hip-hop beats, it's the ultimate way to stay active and make new friends.

Check out the details and sign up below:

Young Dance: Creative Movement (Ages 3–6) ➡️ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mplsparkandrec/activity/search/detail/38630?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Intro to Hip-Hop (Ages 6–10) ➡️ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mplsparkandrec/activity/search/detail/38633?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

09/09/2026

Zumba at the park returns tonight! Ready to dance your way into fitness? Join us for free at Powderhorn Gym for Adult Zumba this fall!

Zumba® is an interval-style dance party that blends low- and high-intensity Latin-inspired moves. It’s a full-body cardio workout that burns calories while feeling more like a dance party than exercise. Instructor Eileen Vargas will guide you through every rhythm, making it fun and accessible for all fitness levels.

Class Details

Dates: Wednesdays September 9, 2026 – October 21, 2026

Location: Powderhorn Gym

Age/Eligibility: Ages 19+ (Co-ed)

Activity Code: #36610

Spaces fill up quickly—register today to claim your spot on the dance floor!

07/29/2026

Attention Powderhorn Regulars! 🎨

The annual Powderhorn Park Art Fair is taking over the park this weekend! If you usually drop by for a swim or to use the building, please keep these temporary closures in mind:

Wading Pool: Closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (July 31 – Aug 2)

Park Building: Closed Saturday and Sunday (Aug 1–2)

Things will look a little different around the park, but it’s a fantastic weekend to wander through, check out amazing local artists, and soak in the neighborhood vibes.

Plan your visits accordingly and go enjoy the fair!

06/23/2026

This nights outdoor movie is cancelled due to weather forecast. Follow MPRB Music and Movies in the park to check out all of the future entertainment available.

Tuesday June 23 at dusk! Games, candy and fun before movie starts. Bring your picnic supplies and enjoy the original 1971 classic, with Spanish subtitles!
https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/willy-wonka-1971/

06/18/2026

Tuesday June 23 at dusk! Games, candy and fun before movie starts. Bring your picnic supplies and enjoy the original 1971 classic, with Spanish subtitles!
https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/willy-wonka-1971/

06/16/2026

Starts tomorrow! 2 pm on East Side of park near 33rd and 14th Ave S., parents and grandparents welcome!

Storytelling in Powderhorn Park (14th Ave & 33rd St. Minneapolis)
Wednesdays, June 17- July 15
2:00-3:30pm
Join us for great stories & music with special guests:
June 17 The Roe Family Singers
June 24 Danielle Daniel
July 1 Sarah Larsson
July 8 Nicholas Pawlowski
July 15 Chinelos de Reyna Cardenas

Parents & Grandparents welcome!
For more info: https://storytablefoundation.org/events

06/03/2026

Beat the summer heat at Powderhorn Park! Come cool off under our brand-new shade structure by the wading pool.

Plus, we’re keeping the energy up for the kids—youth ages 18 and under can stop by the lobby for a free MPS snack and juice. See you at the pool!

05/21/2026

Come down on Wednesdays this summer with your little ones of all ages!

Storytelling in Powderhorn Park (14th Ave & 33rd St. Minneapolis)
Wednesdays, June 17- July 15
2:00-3:30pm
Join us for great stories & music with special guests:
June 17 The Roe Family Singers
June 24 Danielle Daniel
July 1 Sarah Larsson
July 8 Nicholas Pawlowski
July 15 Chinelos de Reyna Cardenas

Parents & Grandparents welcome!
For more info: https://storytablefoundation.org/events

05/19/2026

🏀 Ready to level up your game this summer? 🏀

Youth age 10-17 check out Powderhorn Summer Basketball Skills Clinics! Whether you want to perfect your jumper or lock down your ball handling, we've got you covered.

What we do: Twice-a-week sessions rotating focus every week—shooting, passing, finishing at the rim, and more.

The setup: Expert instruction, focused drills, and small-group competitions.

The best part? ALL youth activity fees are 100% discountable at checkout for Minneapolis residents (no promo code needed)!

If you're a dedicated athlete looking to gain a competitive edge, this is for you.

👉 Tap the link below to claim your spot and hoop with us this summer!