Monthly Events Calendar
Join Best Buddies in Minnesota for fun monthly activities! These activities are free and open to all Best Buddies program participants unless the event specifically says it is for a particular group.
Virtual events will be held over Zoom. To join an activity, RSVP below, and the link and password will be sent before the event.
Should you have any questions or require assistance contact EmmaJester@bestbuddies.org.
Twin Cities Citizens Meetup
Date: Tuesday, August 4th, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Adele’s Frozen Custard (800 Excelsior Blvd, Excelsior, MN 55331)
Who: Twin Cities Citizens Participants
Description:
This August we’re excited to offer multiple Twin Cities Citizens Meetups! This will be the first of three across the Twin Cities Metro Area.
Register Here: For registration information, please check the August newsletter or email emmajester@bestbuddies.org.
Register HereTwin Cities Citizens Meetup
Date: Thursday, August 13th, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: POP Culture Frozen Yogurt (1048 Highway 96 W, Shoreview, MN 55126)
Who: Twin Cities Citizens Participants
Description:
This August we’re excited to offer multiple Twin Cities Citizens Meetups! This will be the second of three across the Twin Cities Metro Area.
Register Here: For registration information, please check the August newsletter or email emmajester@bestbuddies.org.
Register HereTwin Cities Citizens Meetup
Date: Wednesday, August 19th, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Cold Stone Creamery (720 Main St., Suite 103, Mendota Heights, MN 55118)
Who: Twin Cities Citizens Participants
Description:
This August we’re excited to offer multiple Twin Cities Citizens Meetups! This will be the third of three across the Twin Cities Metro Area.
Register Here: For registration information, please check the August newsletter or email emmajester@bestbuddies.org.
Register HereMinnesota Vikings x Best Buddies Preseason Fundraiser
Date: Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
Time: Kickoff at 12:00 PM
Location: US Bank Stadium (401 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415)
Who: Any BBMN Member
Description:
The Minnesota Vikings are once again offering a combination of preseason football and fundraising for Best Buddies in Minnesota! Using this special offer, you can purchase tickets starting at $22.50 for the preseason home game versus the Baltimore Ravens.
For each ticket purchased through the link below, the Minnesota Vikings will donate $5 to Best Buddies in Minnesota.
Unfortunately, the nonprofit code does not provide access to accessible seating in the stadium. If anyone in your party needs accessible tickets, you can contact the US Bank Ticket Office at 612-777-8787.
Buy Tickets2026 Annual Best Buddies in Minnesota Picnic
Date: Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Rosland Park Picnic Shelter (4300 W. 66th St., Edina, MN 55435)
Who: All BBMN Members and Families
Description:
Come enjoy an evening of fun, food, and friendship with the BBMN community before the school year begins.
We’ll provide pizza, snacks, and drinks, along with music, games, and activities. Just bring yourself!
Please RSVP to help our staff team plan for food and activities.
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the end of summer with your buddies. We hope to see you there!
Register Here