Upcoming Events

MRPA hosts a variety of education opportunities throughout the year. Workshop information will be added to this page throughout the year.



Aquatic Manager Bootcamp

May 21, 2025
3 - 5:30 p.m.

Bunker Hills Activity Center
Andover, MN

The goal of this "Bootcamp" is to give an opportunity for those seasonal pool managers to receive quick educational sessions on aquatics operations. Topics include common risk management best practices, general pool operations, "things to look for" while our pools are in operation, and drowning prevention. 

Click here for the registration form

Click here to register online




MRPA Lifeguard Competition

July 27, 2025
St. Louis Park Aquatic Center
St. Louis Park, MN

Click here for more information

Click here to register




Certified Playground Safety Inspector Course & Exam
September 24 - 26, 2025
Bunker Hills Activity Center
Andover, MN

*Registration opens soon!  We are just waiting on final approval from NRPA. The registration form and online payment link will be available at that time.  





Emerging Recreation Leaders Institute

Fall of 2025
Locations in the metro area





MRPA Annual Conference 2025

October 27 - 30, 2025
Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center
Brooklyn Center, MN

*The delegate brochure will be added to the website in early July.  It also will be in the summer edition of the magzine.


MRPA Annual Conference Exhibit Hall

Click here to view the sponsorship and exhibit hall guide.

Click here to register and pay for exhibit hall space online.


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Minnesota Recreation & Park Association (MRPA)
200 Charles Street NE
Fridley, MN 55432

(763) 571-1305

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