What's Happening at Saint Paul Parks and Recreation

City of St. Paul sent this bulletin at 02/18/2022 08:24 PM CST
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What's Happening

The latest news, events, and activities from Saint Paul Parks and Recreation.

Become a Music in the Parks Performer!

Music in the Parks is an outdoor music series taking place in Saint Paul's beautiful parks during the summer months. We are now seeking performers for the 2022 season. Visit the Music in the Parks webpage for details on how to apply.

 Music in the Parks performer at Mears Park
Summit Ave and Lexington Ave

Summit Ave Public Engagement Opportunities

Share your thoughts about Summit Avenue at an upcoming online meeting. Meet virtually with project staff and community members to share your ideas and learn more about the Summit Avenue Regional Trail Master Plan project.

Badminton Survey

Badminton is a rapidly-growing sport in Saint Paul. To best serve the community’s interests, we are seeking input from current badminton players and anyone interested in playing badminton in the future. Please share your thoughts in this short badminton survey.

 Person holding a badminton racket and birdie
Right Track workers in front of the Capitol building

Right Track Youth Jobs

Saint Paul's Right Track youth employment and training program is accepting applications now through the month of February for summer 2022 positions. To apply for an internship position or to learn about hosting a summer intern, visit stpaul.gov/RightTrack. 
Musicians playing musical instruments at Frogtown Community Center as part of the Mobile Jazz Project.

Twin Cities Mobile Jazz Project

Twin Cities Mobile Jazz Project offers free mentoring and instruction in instrumental music, beat making, songwriting, singing and dance for youth in a safe and creative space. Disciplines include instrumental music, recording and performing arts, making your own beats and songs, hip hop and modern dance, and singing and songwriting. These classes are taught and mentored by Twin Cities' top artists, performers, engineers and educators in multimedia production. Participants can attend as their schedule allows. View the schedule online and visit the recreation center in-person to register.
Youth volleyball team and coach in a gym.

Youth Coaches Needed

We have an urgent need for volunteer coaches for youth spring volleyball and futsal. This is a great opportunity for older teens and college students who are looking expand their resumes, and anyone who is ready to give back to their community and help provide a safe and fun experience for Saint Paul youth. Commitment is one practice and one game per week, starting now and going through mid-to-late April. Please contact our Municipal Athletics office at muni@ci.stpaul.mn.us or 651-558-2255 for more information.
Phalen Freeze Fest - Feb. 26 from 1pm-4pm, free and open to all

Upcoming Events

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Winter Fun Sledding Party at Highland Park Community Center - Feb. 26

Updates and reminders

  • Great River Water Park will be closed on Wednesday, March 2 for maintenance. We hope to reopen the following morning. We apologize for the inconvenience.
  • Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases and ongoing staffing constraints, open swim at Great River Water Park is temporarily paused on Sundays and Fridays. 
  • Free COVID-19 testing is now available at Frogtown Community Center. Visit ramseycounty.us/TestingSites to schedule your appointment and find other testing opportunities.
  • Masks are required for visitors and employees when inside Parks and Recreation buildings. Masks are available within recreation centers, if needed. Athletes and officials must wear their mask into the building and on the bench but may remove them when in active play on the court. It is strongly recommended that masks be worn while on the court. We ask that spectators during sports games and practices be kept to a minimum. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we all do our part to keep our community healthy. 
Two youth riding a red sled on a snow covered hill

Winter Outdoor Activities

Sledding Hills: Fifteen sledding hills are located within our parks. Visit our sledding hill page for locations and a list of sledding safety tips.

Como Park Ski Center: The hill at Como Park Ski Center is open through Feb. 21. For ticket and rental rates, hours, and other details visit the Como Park Ski Center webpage.

Cross Country Ski Trails: Groomed cross country ski trails are available at the Como Golf Course, Highland 9 Golf Course, and Phalen Golf Course. It is free to cross country ski with your own equipment on Saint Paul Parks and Recreation ski trails and no pass is required. Trails are open as long as conditions allow. 

Ice Rinks: Rinks will remain open for as long as weather and rink conditions allow. Hours and conditions are subject to change without notice. Please do not skate during flooding, rink maintenance or other times when the rinks are closed. Visit the ice rink webpage for updates.