Inver Grove Heights Parks and Recreation

06/20/2026

🏈 Future football stars start here.

Our Youth Flag Football League helps kids ages 5-9 learn the fundamentals of football, including offense, defense, teamwork, and football-specific skills in a fun and supportive environment.

📅 August-October
📍 Salem Hills Park

Ages 5-6
Practices on Thursdays
3 Saturday games

Ages 7-9
Practices on Tuesdays
3 Saturday games

Players will receive team assignments and their final schedule before the season begins.

🙋 Volunteer coaches needed!
This program relies on parent volunteer coaches to make the season possible. Coaches receive a free T-shirt and four Veterans Memorial Community Center passes as our thanks. Interested in coaching your child's team? Indicate your interest during registration or email [email protected].

Register today: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/igh/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=flag%20football%20league&viewMode=list

06/20/2026

🎶 Free kids concerts are back this summer! ☀️

Join us Tuesday mornings for Inver Groove Music in the Park, a family-friendly outdoor concert series designed for young children and their caregivers. Enjoy music, movement, and interactive performances while making summer memories together.

📅 Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
📍 South Valley Park, 2810 70th St. E.
🎵 Free 45-minute musical and educational performances
🪑 Bring a blanket or lawn chair

2026 Performer Lineup:
🎤 June 23: Will Sings Songs
🎤 June 30: Tricia and the Toonies
🎤 July 7: Todd'n'Tina
🎤 July 14: Kidpower Music and Animal Show
🎤 July 21: Will Hale and The Tadpole Parade
🎤 July 28: Riffin' Griffin

South Valley Park also features a large playground, paved walking trails, and restrooms with changing tables, making it an easy and enjoyable morning outing for families.

Free parking is available at South Valley Park, with overflow parking across the street at North Valley Park. Park by the ball fields and follow the paved sidewalk to the tunnel under 70th Street, which connects directly to South Valley Park.

Learn more: https://ighmn.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/2885

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

Today is National Juggling Day, and we're doing our best to juggle our excitement. 🤹

Brightside Playzone opens Tuesday, June 23 at the Veterans Memorial Community Center.

This new indoor playground is designed for children ages 11 and under and features climbing, crawling, sliding, and plenty of opportunities for active play.

We can't wait to welcome families next week!

View rates & hours at ighmn.gov/BrightsidePlayzone

06/17/2026

Turn your love of the water into a job that makes a difference. 🏊

Become a certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and learn how to teach swim lessons, build confidence in young swimmers, and help make our community safer around water.

This certification can also lead to employment opportunities teaching swim lessons at VMCC.

📅 July 11, 12 & 18
👤 Ages 15+
🏊 Swimming prerequisites required

If you've ever thought about becoming a swim instructor, this is your chance to get certified and start making an impact.

Register today: https://ow.ly/CHf450ZcsRo

06/15/2026

Event Update: Heritage Village Park Grand Opening is Still On!

Wednesday's forecast might be stormy, but after years of planning and anticipation, we're moving forward with the grand opening of Heritage Village Park Inclusive Playground & Splash Pad this Wednesday evening, June 17.

Our goal is simple: we want the community to be able to enjoy this incredible new park during the upcoming holiday weekend rather than postpone the opening and keep everyone waiting longer.

What to expect:
• A brief ribbon-cutting ceremony at 6:15 p.m.
• An opportunity to check out the new playground and splash pad.
• Rainy and cool conditions, so please dress for the weather.

Please note: if rain and or lightning are occurring during the event, activities will be reduced and the event will be shortened.

Unfortunately, Jersey's Bar & Grill will no longer be able to participate in the event. We completely understand the challenges of preparing to serve a large outdoor crowd with an uncertain forecast, and we appreciate their support. We look forward to partnering with them on a future event.

This will be our final weather update. While the event may look a little different than we originally envisioned, we're committed to giving our community the opportunity to celebrate this highly anticipated park and begin making memories there this week. Thank you for your flexibility, and we hope you'll join us as we officially open Heritage Village Park.

06/14/2026

🎾 Give adaptive tennis a try!

Join us for a FREE Introduction to Adaptive Tennis and discover a fun, welcoming way to learn the game. These interactive, hour-long lessons are designed for youth and adults with disabilities, with opportunities to build skills, stay active, and have fun on the court.

No experience is necessary, and racquets will be provided if needed.

📅 Wednesday, July 29
📍 Oakwood Park Tennis Courts
3534 78th St. E.

Youth (ages 7-13): 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Unified (all ages): 5:45-6:45 p.m.
Adult (ages 14+): 7-8 p.m.

Athletes should wear comfortable clothing, athletic shoes, and bring a water bottle.

This program is free to attend, but registration is required by July 22.

In partnership with USTA Northern. 🤝

Learn more: https://ow.ly/CfWF50ZazcJ

06/13/2026

Summer schedules fill up fast, but there's still time to fit in some fun! ☀️

Our upcoming youth sports programs meet just one day each week, making them an easy way to help your child build skills, make friends, and enjoy some active play without committing to a packed schedule.

🏓 RevSports Pickleball (Ages 4-12)
July 13-Aug. 3

🏀 RevSports Basketball (Ages 2-6)
July 15-Aug. 5

⭐ Amazing Athletes (Ages 18 months-5.5 years)
July 30-Aug. 27

Learn more and register at ighmn.gov/Register.

06/12/2026

🔥 Prescribed burn at Heritage Village Park tomorrow.

A planned prescribed burn will take place at Heritage Village Park prairie (weather permitting) tomorrow -- Saturday, June 13. The purpose of this burn is for prairie maintenance and restoration.

Prescribed burns help manage and maintain healthy natural ecosystems. 🌱

Nearby residents have been notified, and safety measures will be in place. 🚒

Thank you for your understanding as we work to support the park's long-term health! 💚

06/12/2026

Can your bridge do this? 👀🌈

By day, the Rock Island Swing Bridge looks like a historic landmark along the Mississippi. By night, it puts on a show.

Each evening, the bridge comes alive with colorful lights and dazzling displays that reflect across the water. It's a unique way to experience a piece of local history that generations of Inver Grove Heights residents have known and loved.

📍 Rock Island Swing Bridge
4465 66th St. E.
🕖 Nightly light shows begin at 7 p.m.

Light shows run year-round, with later summer start times to match those longer sunsets. Walk, bike, or boat your way over and see it for yourself.

Have you caught the light show yet? If so, what's been your favorite color or display? 💡

Learn more about Swing Bridge Park: https://ighmn.gov/545/Swing-Bridge-Park