See your favorite parks in a whole new light! Lots of parks schedule special events after dusk, such as nighttime hikes, moonlit paddles, stargazing and storytelling programs.
In addition to the events below, the University of Minnesota Astronomy Department brings telescopes to the parks throughout the summer with the free Universe in the Park program.
Events calendar
Scroll table right to see more »| 08/21/26 | Universe in the Park | Lake Louise State Park Picnic Shelter | |
| 08/22/26 | Scoping Out the Sun | Forestville Mystery Cave State Park Picnic Shelter | |
| 08/22/26 | Exploring Our Moon, Sun, and Solar System | William H. Morrissey Visitor Center at Mystery Cave | |
| 08/22/26 | Safely View the Sun and Explore its Wonders! | William H. Morrissey Visitor Center at Mystery Cave | |
| 08/22/26 | Universe in the Park | Forestville Mystery Cave State Park - Historic Forestville Barn | |
| 08/22/26 | Star Party! | Forestville Mystery Cave State Park - Townsite Loop Trailhead across from the Historic Forestville Parking Lot |