Brooklyn Park Things to Do

Swan Turnblad, a Swedish immigrant and self-made millionaire publisher, built this mansion but he and his family lived in it only a short time. Swan and his wife, Christina, found it to be too ostentatious for their tastes, so... more

Nestled on the southern edge of the Twin Cities is one of the few urban wildlife refuges in the country. It offers visitors a rare chance to see natural habitat without venturing far from the city. The 8,000-acre reserve runs a... more

Affectionately known as the MIA, this museum is home to an exceptional gallery of Impressionist paintings and an exquisite Asian collection. The museum holds significant works by American and European artists including Picasso,... more

The Café Lurcat is a trendy restaurant with a titillating menu of cold appetizers (mussels, oysters, shrimp). Bar Lurcat is a lush lounge with live entertainment and delectable teasers, such as fried calamari with citrus dip an... more

Located near the Target Center, it draws a huge crowd on event nights, otherwise it is a relatively quiet spot frequented by the after-work crowd. If you want to watch the action on the street, ask for a table by the huge windo... more

As the name suggests, dining at Bellanote provides a "beautiful night" with an Italian-influenced cuisine and a comfortable atmosphere. Enjoy a quick bite or cocktail at the Bar and Lounge or enjoy a romantic lunch or dinner by... more

In 1680, a Belgian friar named Father Louis Hennepin discovered a thunderous 32-foot torrent of cascading water that he named St. Anthony Falls. This scenic waterfall was thus responsible for the birth of Minnesota's largest ci... more

Connected by a channel to the Lake of the Isles, Lake Calhoun is the largest of the five lakes comprising Minneapolis Chain of Lakes. The lake attracts a younger crowd to the sandy beaches for volleyball, sunbathing and picnics... more

This pub is in the Uptown area of Minneapolis and is a little sportier than its artsy neighbors. A cross between a sports bar and local hangout, this is a fun place to meet friends, converse and play a few games. The atmospher... more

The Warehouse District has many fine nightclubs and bars, but this unique music cafe is a crown jewel. Every night the best local talent or well known national acts take the stage playing rock, pop, jazz or R&B. Seeing the bric... more