Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Creative Placemaking division of the City of Bloomington, Indigenous Roots, Huellas Latinas and the Minnesota Zoo presents Nature Fest an event to celebrate the cultures that make up our community and the nature that connects us all. Join us for a day of music, art, and food. Everyone is welcome at this FREE event!
Enjoy cultural performances, family-friendly activities, try something new at the food trucks, discover wildlife, and so much more! Explore the refuge and discover new ways to enjoy the outdoors. The first 200 people to arrive will also receive free meal tickets to use at the food trucks. This is an event you won’t want to miss – bring the whole family!
Date and Time: Saturday, September 12th, 2026, 1-5PM
Location: Bloomington Education and Visitor Center – 3815 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 5542
Music from: More to come!
Activities: More to come!
Food: Food Trucks from DelSur Empanadas, Taco Taxi, and Que Bandera Food Truck. The first 200 people to arrive will receive a free meal ticket!
More information with Huellas Latinas
Driving Directions and Public Transport Directions:
From Interstate 494:
- Take exit 34th Ave and head south.
- At the stop light on American Blvd. East, proceed east for ¼ mile around the bend and up a small rise to find the entrance on the right.
- Overflow parking available at the Hilton MSP Airport Hotel (3800 American Blvd E) and the Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Airport (7901 34th Ave S).
From Metro Transit Blue Line Train:
- Exit at American Blvd Station and cross 34th Avenue to the east.
- Proceed east on American Blvd East and follow the sidewalk ¼ mile around the bend and up a small rise to find the entrance on the right. About a 10 minute walk.
- Visit www.metrotransit.org to plan your trip! Parking at the 30th Ave Station is recommended.
Accessibility: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is committed to providing access to this event for all participants. Please direct all requests for sign language interpreting services, closed captioning or other accommodation needs to MinnesotaValley@fws.gov by close of business two weeks before the date you wish to attend