2022 Minneapolis Aquatennial schedule announced

The schedule for Minneapolis’ official summer celebration has been announced.

The 83rd Minneapolis Aquatennial is set to run from July 20 through July 23 and is full of free, family-friendly events.

The Torchlight Parade highlights the first day and will run along Nicollet Mall from 12th Street to Fourth Street starting at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 20. The four-day celebration will wrap up with fireworks along the Mississippi riverfront starting at 10 p.m. on July 23.

Other events during the Aquatennial include:

• The American Red Cross blood drive at Peavey Plaza from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday through Friday.
• Lawn games on the Government Center South Plaza from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday.
• Movies, featuring “Black Panther” on Wednesday and “Aquaman” on Thursday.
• The Twin Cities River Rats Waterski Show on Friday night.
• Twin Cities Carifest on Saturday.
• Music and many other events. Click here to see the full event schedule.

The Aquatennial is also looking for volunteers to help run the event. Anyone interested in volunteering can find more information online.

“The Aquatennial schedule has something for everyone here in downtown Minneapolis,” Leah Wong, vice president of external relations for the mpls downtown council, said in a statement. “Our City’s Official Civic Celebration, Aquatennial, is a beloved summer tradition. It brings us together for fun unforgettable moments. Whether you join us for the CenterPoint Energy Torchlight Parade, the Target Fireworks, or all of our two dozen events, we look forward to seeing you downtown and having you take part in all the collective urban experiences that make our city special.”