9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Outdoor entertainment includes a movie in the park, theater and Neon Night Market.
The Minnesota Star Tribune
July 9, 2024 at 10:00AM
A cultural immersion with Arabic music, a marketplace and children’s activities. Unique opportunities to dine on authentic cuisine and even ride a camel. (Noon-10 p.m. Sat., noon-6 p.m. Sun., 1250 Oakdale Av., West St. Paul. mideastfest.com)
2. Minnesota Orchestra
The Symphony for the Cities series heads to Plymouth. Led by Norman Huynh, the orchestra performs works by Grieg, Beethoven, Heitzeg and others. (8:30 p.m. Wed., Hilde Center for the Performing Arts, 3500 Plymouth Blvd., Plymouth, minnesotaorchestra.org)
3. Eagan Marketfest
In addition to fresh produce, crafts and handmade goods, this weekly market includes a concert series. This week a community night theme features music by Tony Sammis and the Rockin’ Hollywoods. (4-8 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 28., Eagan Festival Grounds, 1501 Central Pkwy., Eagan, eaganmn.com)
4. Neon Night Market
The night is aglow during this midweek hangout. Lace up your wheels for roller-skating, shop from local vendors and enjoy entertainment and food trucks. (5-10 p.m. Wednesdays, 1621 West End Blvd., St. Louis Park, theshopsatwestend.com)
5. Summer Splash
Stay cool with a frolic through the splash pad. Jump through inflatables, enjoy food trucks and a DJ. (5-7 p.m. Fri., Zanewood Recreation Center, 7100 Zane Av. N., Brooklyn Park, brooklynpark.org)
6. Locally Grown Theatre
Watch Huckleberry Finn and friends in this adaptation of Mark Twain’s “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.” (7 p.m. Fri., Shepard Farm, 8946 70th St. S., Cottage Grove, dodgenaturecenter.org)
7. Stillwater Art Guild Gallery
An opening reception for “Here, There, and Eire,” photography by Mary Kay Walsh-Kaczmarek. The artist’s work draws inspiration from America and overseas highlighting the beauty of landscapes and nature. Opening reception 4-7 p.m. Saturday. Exhibit ends July 30. (Noon-5 p.m., Sun.-Sat., 402 Main St. N., Stillwater, artguildgallery.com)
8. Art Stock
Enjoy this two-day art and musical festival at a winery. Shop from artists offering works in glass, fiber, painting, sculpture and more. (11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun., Parley Lake Winery, 8280 Parley Lake Road, Waconia artsofcarvercounty.org)
9. Osseo Music & Movies in the Park
Led Penny performs classic rock before a screening of the adventure film “Indiana Jones.” (7 p.m. Tue., Boerboom Veterans Park, 416 Central Av., Osseo, discoverosseo.com)
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Lefse-wrapped Swedish wontons, a soothing bowl of rice porridge and a gravy-laden commercial filled our week with comfort and warmth.
