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.
Paddle the Lakes
Date: Saturday, June 6th, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Bde Maka Ska – North Beach (2707 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55416)
Who: Twin Cities Citizens Participants
Description:
We’re excited to partner with Wilderness Inquiry to paddle the Minneapolis chain of lakes — ALL abilities welcome!
The event will be 3 hours long and we will meet at the launch point on the north side of Bde Maka Ska.
You should bring a bag lunch and WI will provide coolers for lunches and water jugs to refill water bottles.
Final details and confirmation will be emailed to those prior to the event.
Register Here: For registration information, please email emmajester@bestbuddies.org.
Register HereOwatonna Summer Picnic
Date: Wednesday, June 10th, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Manthey Park – Large Pavilion (225 24th St NE, Owatonna, MN 55060)
Who: Owatonna Best Buddies Members
Description:
Join us for a community picnic on Wednesday, June 10th from 5:00 to 6:30 PM to celebrate inclusion!
Food and drinks will be provided, as well as games and activities for you to socialize with your buddy and meet your buddy’s family.
Please RSVP by Thursday, June 4th.
Register Here