Registration Now Open for Spring Sports Leagues in Downtown Parks
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 8:19AMSpring is here, and Downtown Parks sports leagues are back!
If you’re looking for a fun way to get outside, meet new people, and enjoy your evenings in the park, Spring Sports Leagues are a great place to start. These casual, social leagues are designed for all skill levels, with five weeks of play that make it easy to jump in and have fun.
Registration is open now for four leagues:
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Mölkky League
Starts May 17 | Sculpture Garden
An easy-to-learn Finnish lawn game that mixes precision and a little luck—great for laid-back evenings outdoors.
- Individual League at 6 pm — $35
- Team League at 7 pm — $50
Rotate teammates throughout the season or come solo and meet new people.
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Grass Bocce League
Starts May 19 | Sculpture Garden
This is bocce with character. Uneven terrain, unexpected bounces, and plenty of laughs along the way.
The league rotates between parks each week, giving you a fresh experience across downtown green spaces.
- Start times: 6 pm or 7:15 pm
- Teams require a minimum of two players
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Kubb League
Starts May 20 | Water Works Park
A classic lawn game with a strategic edge. Knock down your opponent’s blocks and enjoy a little friendly competition along the riverfront.
- Beginner: 6 pm
- Intermediate: 7:15 pm
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Cornhole League
Starts May 21 | The Commons Park
A familiar favorite and easy to jump into. Whether you’re competitive or just in it for the social hour, cornhole brings people together for relaxed, fun play in the heart of downtown.
- League format: teams
- All skill levels welcome
Downtown Minneapolis Parks:The Commons Park - 425 Portland Avenue South Gateway Park - 1 1st Street South Graco Park - 15 8th Ave Northeast Nicollet Island Park - 40 Power Street North Loop Park - 731 N 3rd St Water Works at Mill Ruins Park - 425 West River Parkway |
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