Brooklyn Park

City Council Meeting
2025-08-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Typically, the City Council meets every first, second and fourth Monday of every month. The Economic Development Authority (EDA) meets the third Monday of every month.*
If a meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will take place on Tuesday.
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Planning Commission Meeting
2025-08-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-10 19:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Planning Commission meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month.
The 2nd Wednesday meets in the Council Chambers.
The 4th Wednesday meets in City Hall room A203.
The Planning Commission holds public hearings on a wide variety of development issues, including zoning, platting, conditional use permits and variances. In addition, it develops long-range plans to guide the physical development of the community through a comprehensive planning process.

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Charter Commission Meeting
2025-08-13 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-10 19:00 - 22:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Charter Commission meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at City Hall (room A203).
Brooklyn Park is governed by the City Charter, which is the “constitution” of the city. This commission reviews the City Charter, proposes changes and makes recommendations to the City Council as needed. The Chief Judge of Hennepin County District Court makes appointments.
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Watershed Meeting
2025-08-14 12:45 - 13:45, 2025-09-11 12:45 - 13:45 | Edinburgh USA, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Shingle Creek and West Mississippi Watershed Management Commissions meet every month.
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CLIC Meeting
2025-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month in the Council Chambers.
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission (CLIC) researches long-term solutions and makes recommendations to the City Council to ensure that Brooklyn Park remains a thriving community inspiring pride where opportunities exist for all.
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VIRTUAL: Toastmasters Meeting
2025-08-14 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-08-28 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Do you want to become a confident public speaker and a strong leader? If so, you’re in luck! Toastmasters Club is for Brooklyn Park community members. Join this supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace.
The 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at city hall. Room location will be posted.
The 2nd, 4th and 5th Thursday, they meet virtually. The meeting link will be provided by Johnny.
Contact
Johnny Herbieh
763-242-5336
johnny@webeccentric.com

CLIC Meeting
2025-08-14 19:00 - 21:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission meets the 2nd Thursday of each month.
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission (CLIC) researches long-term solutions and makes recommendations to the City Council to ensure that Brooklyn Park remains a thriving community inspiring pride where opportunities exist for all.
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Learn more about the Community Long-range Improvement Commission

Economic Development Authority Meeting
2025-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 | MN

Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission Meeting
2025-08-20 18:00 - 21:30 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Community Activity Center.
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission (RPAC) studies issues relative to public parks and recreation. The RPAC meets in different locations throughout the year. Check the monthly agenda.
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Back to School Bash
2025-08-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Celebrate summer with us at Back to School Bash. All ages are invited to enjoy FREE food, backpacks, games, resources, and more. No pre-registration is required to attend this event.
This event is a collaboration between Ms. Houston’s Caring Hands and the City of Brooklyn Park.
Special thanks to the Minnesota Chill Foundation for their support with securing backpacks for this event.
Lions Club will be on-site to grill hot dogs for our guests, free of charge.
Activities:
🌭BBQ
🎒School Supplies for K-8
🌴Inflatables
👩‍🎨Face Painting
🎧DJ
🌈Community Resources

Sponsors:
Ms. Houston’s Caring Hands
Minnesota Chill Foundation
Lions Club
Simone Says Give
Angela Blake Foundation
The Drawer
Alina Health

Human Rights Commission Meeting
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Human Rights Commission meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month at City Hall (room A203).
The Human Rights Commission seeks to ensure equal opportunity in employment, housing, public accommodations, public services and education. It assists the Minnesota Department of Human Rights in implementing state laws against discrimination and advises the City Council on long-range programs to ensure that human service needs are met.
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Toastmasters Meeting
2025-08-21 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-04 18:30 - 19:30 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443

Happy Hour on the Farm
2025-08-22 16:30 - 20:00 | Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Enjoy an outdoor evening with a cold beer, yard games and live music. Pick up a bite to eat from La Cocina food truck or just grab a drink from Heavy Rotation Brewing Co. and hang out!
Drinks by Heavy Rotation Brewery 4:30-8 PMMusic by Jake Stow 5:15-7:15 PM

Brooklyn Park Safety Camp
2025-08-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-27 09:00 - 16:30 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
The Brooklyn Park Police Department will offer a two-day Safety Camp again this summer on August 26 and 27, 2025. Youth ages 8-10 years of age will spend each day with first responders learning about a variety of safety topics and engaging in hands-on activities and team-building exercises. The registration fee includes lunch each day, snacks, all activities, a t-shirt, educational materials, and a surprise treat Wednesday afternoon.
Cost: $35 (resident) or $40 (Non-resident) per child
Register now for Brooklyn Park Safety Camp >
Tuesday, August 26
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wednesday, August 27
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Community Activity Center
5600 85th Ave N
Fee assistance
Scholarships and fee assistance is available, to learn more you can visit www.brooklynpark.org/feeassistance or call 763-493-8333.
Questions?
Arianne Bartels
Community Liaison
arianne.bartels@brooklynpark.org
612-946-2453

Budget Advisory Commission
2025-08-26 18:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Budget Advisory Commission meets on the Fourth Tuesday of the month at City Hall (room A203)
The Budget Advisory Commission’s mission is to ensure the long-term fiscal health of the City of Brooklyn Park by providing strategic direction to the Council.
Projections and measurements are used to establish priorities that align with the City’s Strategic Plan, ensuring resources are invested appropriately to meet the vision and mission of the City.
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Movie on the Barn - A Minecraft Movie
2025-08-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
“Sneak” on over to Historic Eidem Farm on Thursday, August 28 and start your Labor Day weekend off right! Join us for A Minecraft Movie and an evening of bee themed activities. This is a FREE community event open to all ages.
Our bee themed activities begin at 7 p.m. and run until dusk, around 8:30 p.m. Once the sun begins to set we will put the movie on the big screen for everyone to enjoy. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and settle in for a good time!
Event Details
Thursday, August 28
7-8:30 p.m. Bee Themed Activities
Movie Starts at Dusk

Summer at the Plaza: Art & Business Expo
2025-08-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Northwinds Plaza, 7944 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park, 55445, United States
This free family-friendly community event is the perfect way to celebrate summer while exploring local art, businesses, and resources right here in Brooklyn Park.
What to Expect:

8-15 local artist and business table
Bouncy House for the kids
Hands-on art and craft activities
Food trucks

Bring your family, meet your neighbors, and discover the amazing talent and businesses that make up our community. You’ll also have the chance to learn more about the Small Business Center and explore the resources available to support local entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Join us on:

Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 9, 2025 | 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 30, 2025 | 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Northwinds Plaza
7944 Brooklyn Blvd
Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

Holiday – Offices Closed
2025-09-01 | MN
City offices will be closed for the holidays.
This includes City Hall, the Zanewood Recreation Center and the DMV office located in City Hall, which provides services for vehicle licensing and DNR licensing.
Enjoy the holiday!

Council Work Session
2025-09-02 18:00 - 20:00 | MN

2025 Dance Open House
2025-09-04 16:00 - 20:00 | MN
Get ready to DANCE!
Join us for our Fall 2025 Open House and Shoe Exchange on Thursday September 4th from 4-8 p.m. This is your all in one event to kick off an amazing new season with Brooklyn Park Dance!

What’s Happening:Come lean all about our program, ask questions, and get inspired for the year ahead!

Meet our talented instructors, watch highlights from last year’s recital, snap fun pictures in our photo booth, and enjoy coloring sheets and other fun surprises for the kids!

Shoe Sale Info:Shop gently used dance shoes in a variety of sizes. Prices range from $5 to $25 depending on the pair. Please bring cash or check or your Venmo information—credit cards not accepted.

Selling shoes? Here is what you’ll need for each pair:• A self-addressed, stamped envelope and Venmo details (if applicable)• A label with your full name, shoe size, and price. (We will have labels available at the event)

FREE demo Classes!Curious about what our classes are like? Drop in for a quick 15–20 minute demo and see the magic for yourself! Bring a friend, come as a brand-new beginner, or join us if you’re a seasoned dancer—we’d love to see you on the floor!

Preschool-Grade 2: 6 p.m.Grades 3-7: 6:30 p.m.Grades 8-12: 7 p.m.

THEME REVEAL ALERT!Don’t miss the big moment—join us at 6:50 PM to unveil our 2025/2026 recital theme! Get ready for the surprise!
Don’t miss this fun and helpful event as we kick off an exciting new season of dance—where every dance has a secret and every move could change the story!

September Soul Arts & Music Festival
2025-09-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Central Park, 8200 Noble Ave, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443
Come dance the night away to live Soul music and find local art to purchase. Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair, blanket and water.
We will have a food truck is available for food.
Bring the whole family to enjoy this community centered festival!
Interested in being a vendor?
Inquire HERE
**Please note, time listed above may not match the time listed in the Park Pages. Time listed above is the correct time.
