St. Louis Park and Golden Valley Community Events Calendar
Use this calendar to keep track of future events and activities taking place in St. Louis Park and Golden Valley.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Minnesota's Festival Spot!
St. Louis Park and Golden Valley offer a smorgasbord of festivals and events, including the annual Twin Cities Film Fest, music festivals, and cultural celebrations.
August 2026
Aug 1 – 2, 2026
Slavic Experience
Spend two days celebrating Slavic heritage through food, music, dance, traditional art demonstrations, and family-friendly activities.
Location: Recreation Outdoor Center (ROC)
FREE EVENT
Every Week
Golden Valley Concerts in the Park
Settle in with a lawn chair or blanket and take in the summer concert series at Brookview Park.
Location: Brookview Park
FREE EVENT
Aug 8, 2026
Dan Israel and Friends Folk Festival
Enjoy an evening in the park featuring the folk music stylings of Dan Israel and Friends.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater
FREE EVENT
Westwood Shopping Center 72 Year Anniversary
Mark Westwood Shopping Center's 72 Year Anniversary with sidewalk specials from participating businesses, followed by an after party at Ullsperger Brewing featuring 2 new beers!
Location: Westwood Shopping Center
Every Week
SLP Rotary Club Summer Concert Series
The City of St. Louis Park and the SLP Rotary Club present a Summer Concert Series with FREE performances and amazing talent. A different musical genre is featured each week.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater
FREE EVENT
Open Mic Night
Hear local artists and groups take the stage during Open Mic Night. Bring chairs or a blanket along with dinner or snacks for an evening of music in the park.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater
FREE EVENT
Aug 16, 2026
Under Pressure Brewing Car Show
Under Pressure Brewing hosts its annual "Get Your Beer in Gear" Car Show, featuring antique and collector cars spanning the early 1900s through the present.
Location: Under Pressure Brewing & Blendery
FREE EVENT
The Sunday Scene at The ROC
Spend Sunday shopping, sipping, and enjoying good vibes. Explore local artisans, crafters, boutiques, treats, handmade goods, and more, along with games, prizes, food, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Location: The ROC
Aug 17 – 23, 2026
Steel Toe Brewing Anniversary Party
Steel Toe Brewing celebrates its 15th anniversary throughout the week with live music, a DJ, food trucks, and fantastic brews.
Location: Steel Toe Brewing
FREE EVENT
Every Week
SLP Kids Summer Concert Series
The City of St. Louis Park presents the Kids Summer Concert Series, where every performance is FREE and filled with amazing talent. Bring a blanket and enjoy summertime tunes.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater
FREE EVENT
Thai Sunday Market
Discover the vibrant markets of Thailand and Southeast Asia close to home, with Thai street food and desserts, Thai souvenirs, and traditional crafts.
Location: Wat Promwachirayan
FREE EVENT
Market in the Valley
Golden Valley's outdoor farmers market offers locally grown produce, meats, cheeses, honey, arts and crafts, and much more.
Location: Golden Valley Water Tower
FREE EVENT
Live Music on the Patio – Tuesdays
Park Tavern presents live patio music every Tuesday.
Location: Park Tavern
FREE EVENT
Live Music on the Patio – Wednesdays
Enjoy Wednesday live music on the patio at the Park Tavern.
Location: Park Tavern
Every Month
Wine Down Wednesday
Gather friends for wine tasting at Warehouse Winery. The experience includes 5 tastings and a full glass of your favorite wine, plus Trivia Mafia, mini Bundt cakes, and more.
Location: Warehouse Winery
Every Week
West End Wednesdays
The Shops at West End hosts West End Wednesdays every Wednesday throughout the summer, with live music, food trucks, and an artisan marketplace.
Location: The Shops at West End
FREE EVENT
Live Music on the Patio – Thursdays
Enjoy live music on the Park Tavern patio each Thursday.
Location: Park Tavern
Aug 27, 2026
Movies in the Park – Ainsworth
Bring the family to Ainsworth Park for a FREE screening of Minecraft.
Location: Ainsworth Park
FREE EVENT
Every Month
Rollin’ @ the ROC
Roll into the ROC for rink fun whether you are an experienced skater or just beginning. Enjoy music, exercise, and a lively community atmosphere. These events welcome all ages.
Location: The ROC (Recreation Outdoor Center)
Destination Uplift – Marketing for Businesses
Destination Uplift is a FREE essential digital marketing crash course for businesses in St. Louis Park and Golden Valley. Each month introduces a new topic designed to help jumpstart a small business' online presence. Sessions are available live or on demand.
Location: Virtual - From Your Own Home!
Lawn Summer Nights
Brookview in Golden Valley offers a night of FREE lawn bowling, with equipment and instructions provided.
Location: Brookview Golf & Lawn Bowling
FREE EVENT
Live Jazz Music at REVEAL
Blue Dream performs live jazz at REVEAL Rooftop Bar on the 4th Friday of every month.
Location: REVEAL Rooftop Bar
Every Week
Music in the Park
Enjoy FREE live music every Friday evening, along with a few additional days, on the patio or indoors at The Trailhead Café.
Location: The Trailhead Cafe
FREE EVENT