Minnesota Discovery Center summer fun schedule has something for everyone from Bands, Brews, & BBQ, Kayak, Mountain Bike, & Canoe Rentals, Iron Man Car Show, Mini Golf, Trolley Tours, new exhibits, to outdoor concerts. If you missed out on the well attended Eli Young Band last month in our historic amphitheater, we have another opportunity for you to check out on July 24th at 6:30pm where we are pleased to announce “Killer Queen” will be performing a tribute to the infamous band “Queen”. Tickets are $39.50 (including fees) & you can get them on tickettailor.com while still available. Want free tickets to the show? MDC is looking for volunteers to help with these events and once your job is complete, you can stay and enjoy the show. We need volunteers to help with parking, ticket checking, bag checking, production crew load in, spot light operators, and at the merchandise table. Click BambooHRto be a volunteer.
Bands, Brews, & BBQ- Thursdays this summer, you have to check out the live music and delicious drinks & BBQ at MDC’s Food Court. July 10th check out “Horse Fzce” from 4:30pm-8:00pm. Admission is free on Thursdays at 4:00pm so bring the kids and play mini golf, ride the trolly, or check out great historical exhibits throughout the museum and property. Then sit down to a some old fashioned BBQ, have cool refreshing drinks, and enjoy some live music. Go to MDC Facebook page or website to see the other musicians scheduled this summer.
Red Head Trail & Kayak Rentals- Did you know we have Kayak, Canoe, & Mountain bike rentals right in our back yard? You can rent a Kayak & Canoe at the MDC Admissions building for $15 per hour (life jackets $10) (Members receive a 10% off rental discount) and take the shuttle down to the most beautiful mine pit you have ever seen. Also in our admissions building you can rent a bike to ride the Red Head through 30West Fitness & Recreation’s Bike Shop. Click link for rates & check availability. Guided Interpretive mountain biking tours on July 26th at 3:00pm & August 7th at 5:00pm. MDC has shuttle service that will bring you to the trail or the Pit for only $5.00 (free with equipment rental). It leaves from MDC’s summer admission building 4x daily: 10:00am, noon, 1:00pm, & 4:00pm & loaded on a first come first serve basis. Our experienced recreation attendants are available to help you get fitted in your rental gear, load/unload your equipment, and launch your canoe or kayak. The shuttle can accommodate 11 people so call 218-254-7959 to make your reservation (not required but encouraged). Guided Interpretive kayaking tours on July 17th at 5:00pm & August 30th at 3:00pm. We also have a Guided Interpretive walking tour strolling around Heritage Park July 3rd at 5:00pm & August 16th at 3:00pm. Check out www.mndiscoverycenter.org for tour pricing details.
Iron Man Car Show- The 14th Annual Iron Man Car Show will be held Saturday, July 5th at 10:00am. Stroll through a stunning display of classic cars and trucks set along the scenic park pathways. Feel free to bring your classic or antique rise to show off!
