Community Events and Festivals

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Run Now Gobble Later 5K

Gather your friends, family and neighbors to kick off your Thanksgiving plans with a 5k and fun run. Join us at the finish line for music, coffee, hot chocolate and delicious eats from a food truck.

North River Hills Park, 11501 19th Ave.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 19
Time: 9 a.m. - noon
Cost: $15, register

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Polar Fest

Experience the coolest festival in Burnsville! Celebrate winter with us with all kinds of family-friendly outdoor games, sporting activities, entertainment, food vendors and more! 

North River Hills Park, 11501 19th Ave.
Date: Saturday, Feb. 11
Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free

Yappy Hour

Thanks for joining us this year! We'll see you next year for another howling good time. Keep scrolling for details on Howl-O-Ween, our next dog-friendly event.

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Fire Open House

Thank you to everyone that came out to Fire Station No. 1! Our  firefighters/paramedics had a blast meeting you all, showing you around the new station and discussing fire prevention and escape plans. 

Halloween Fest On-The-Go

Hey boys and ghouls, thanks for cruising our illuminated trick-or-treat trail, jamming out to some fun tunes and consuming a bunch of tasty treats with us.

Halloween Fest on the Go
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Howl-O-Ween

A big thank you to our humans and pups for making this year's Howl-O-Ween a blast! Stay tuned for more dog-friendly fun. 

Halloween Skate

We hope everyone had a spook-tacular time skating and trick-or-treating around the Ice Center. See you next year!

Halloween Skate

Be sure to check out the Winter Lighting Ceremony!


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    City Hall Closed - Christmas Eve (observed)
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    City Hall Closed - Christmas Day (observed)
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    Snowshoe Family Class with Eco Elsa
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