Events

A variety of special events are held each year throughout the city, including the Civic Campus and Springbrook Nature Center. Search through the seasons to see what events are scheduled.

Most events are free, but a few of the events require a ticket to entry.

Typical events include Winterfest, Pumpkin Night in the Park, Environmental Fun Fair, '49er Days, a summer concert series and more.

People at Pumpkin Carving with their Pumpkins

Fall

These events typically take place from September - November each year.

Pumpkin Night in the Park

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 5-9 p.m. | Springbrook Nature Center

Join us for a magical night of over 1,000 light pumpkins illuminating the trails, costumed characters, DJ & dance, fire dancers, food trucks and more!

When: Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 5- 9 p.m.
Where: Springbrook Nature Center
Cost: $12 advance ticket sales only. No day of event tickets sold.

Please visit FridleyMN.gov/PumpkinNight for more information!

Community Pumpkin Carving

Returning Event | October 2025 | Springbrook Nature Center | FREE

Calling all gourd enthusiasts! Springbrook Nature Center needs your help to carve more than 1,000 pumpkins for Pumpkin Night in the Park.

Please visit FridleyMN.gov/PumpkinNight to sign up for a date/time!

Fridley Halloween Tour

October 15 - 31, 2025 | City of Fridley | FREE

Residents who decorate for Halloween can submit their address to be included on our Halloween tour map. Residents participating in the Halloween Tour should ensure that their decorations are on display during the tour dates.

Maps will be published online and will allow your neighbors to drive by and see your decorated, spooky home! This is a fun way to share your hard work with others. Maps will be available to the public on October 15, 2025.

Houseplant Swap

Saturday, November 1, 2025 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Moore Lake Community Building | FREE

Join the Anoka County Master Gardeners for our first houseplant swap! Bring your indoor houseplants or cuttings and swap them with others. Make sure your plants are clearly labeled and in containers that you don’t need returned. Master gardeners will be present to answer questions, and it’s a great time to meet and connect with other houseplant lovers!

Turkey Bingo - All Ages

Saturday, November 22, 2025 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Moore Lake Community Building | FREE

All ages are welcome to join us for a fun afternoon as we play turkey bingo! You could win a frozen turkey! After playing bingo, make sure to check out our turkey scavenger hunt in the park!

This event is FREE, but registration is required for all participants ages 3+. Choose ONE session only. Duplicates will be canceled. Space is limited. If you can no longer attend, please call 763-572-3570 to cancel your registration so that others can participate. Turkey bingo is sponsored by the Fridley Lions.

Session 1: 2-2:45 p.m., Saturday, November 22
Session 2: 3-3:45 p.m., Saturday, November 22

Sponsored by the Fridley Lions.

Winter

These events typically take place from December- February each year.

Winter Lights Contest

Returning Event | December 2025 | FREE

It is time to get those lights and decorations out of storage and ready for the 2025 Winter Lights Contest! All entries will be placed on a map so that residents (and visitors﴿ can create their own custom lights tour around town. Judging will take place December 8 ‐ 9. Winners will be announced, and maps will be available on December 12. Tour maps will be available in person at City Hall and at FridleyMN.gov/Rec.

Lantern Light Hikes at Springbrook Nature Center

Returning Event | 2025-2026 | Springbrook Nature Center

Bundle up and get ready to hike at Springbrook using the light of glowing lanterns to guide your way. Listen for owls hooting, keep your eyes peeled for elusive nocturnal animals, and warm up by the fire along the way.

Check back for 2025-2026 season registration information in November 2025.

Selected Winter Fridays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
$5 per person, children 2 and under are free

Please check in at Springbrook’s front desk for the event.

If snowpack allows, snowshoes will be available to rent for $5/pair, while supplies last.

2025-2026 Dates:

December 5, 2025
January 9, 2026
February 6, 2026
March 6, 2026

Winterfest

Returning Event | January 2026 | Springbrook Nature Center | FREE
Stay tuned for announcement of our January 2026 date!

Past Activities have included:

Medallion Hunt with $100 cash prize
Fat Tire Bikes
Kick Sleds
Snowshoeing
Crafts
S'mores
Hot Cocoa
Ice Safety Demo
Storytime
Campfires
Zumba
Police K9 Demo
Scavenger Hunt
Mobile Sauna Demo
Community Partners
And More!

This event will take place with or without snow! If there is a lack of snow, we will still have fun outside and may need to modify a few of the planned activities. See you there - it is going to be un-brrrr-lievable!

Spring

These events typically take place from March - May each year.

Environmental Fun Fair

Returning Event | May 2026 | Springbrook Nature Center | FREE

Past Activities have included:

A variety of outdoor and environmental exhibitors will be present to help us appreciate our wonderful natural world. This FREE event will include: Event Passport and Prizes, Environmental and Educational Exhibitors and FREE Pop-Up Community Toy Store.

For more information, please visit: FridleyMN.gov/FunFair

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Summer

These events typically take place from June - August each year.

Summer Concerts

2025 Summer Community Concerts

Join our community for a lovely night enjoying a free summer concert in Fridley! All concerts are outside - please bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.

For complete concert details, please visit Community Concert Series page.

Fridley '49er Days

Fridley ’49er Days is made possible by the ’49er Days Committee volunteers, the Fridley Lions, Twin Cities Gateway and our sponsors.

Visit the official site of the Fridley '49er Days to learn about all the city-wide events taking place!

Volunteers Needed!

Fridley ’49er Days is organized by a non-profit group of volunteers. It takes many helping hands to host a community festival. If you are interested in volunteering, please submit a volunteer application.

Citywide Garage Sale

Returning Event - Annually

The Citywide Garage Sale takes place in June every summer. Trash to Treasure Day is the day following the Citywide Garage Sale. Visit the event page to register your sale!

Safety Camp

Returning Event | Summer 2026 | Civic Campus

Join Fridley Police, Fire & Recreation to learn about good safety practices while having fun, including a behind the scenes tour of the police and fire departments! Kids will also learn from our partners from Northstar Search & Rescue, The Raptor Center, MN DNR, Allina Health, Springbrook Nature Center and more. Safety topics include fire, seat belt, animals, weather, electrical, bicycle, first aid, water & 911. All campers will participate in our end of camp graduation ceremony.

Look for registration to be posted in Spring of 2026 for all children who were enrolled in Grades 2-4 in the 2025-26 school year.

Our Leaders Are Readers

Returning Event | Summer 2026 | Civic Campus | FREE

Join us at the Fridley City Hall (7071 University Ave. Ne, Fridley) as our civic leaders read stories about their jobs and roles in city government. After each story, readers will take families on a behind the scenes tour of their workspaces. This program is brought to you through a partnership with the Anoka County Library, Mississippi Branch.

Bike Rodeo

Returning Event | Summer 2026 | Moore Lake Park | FREE

Learn bike safety skills and enjoy an obstacle course with Fridley Public Safety! Bring your own bike and we will help properly adjust it to fit your child. Adults are asked to accompany children. Helmets are required. Register online prior to the event to receive a free helmet while supplies last! Recommended for ages 5‐12 with an adult.

Check back in Summer 2026 for a registration link!

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