East Lake: Skate & Sauna

March 6th – March 30th | FREE!

2800 E Lake St, Minneapolis

Thursdays & Fridays: 4:00 – 8:00 pm
Saturdays & Sundays: 12:00 – 8:00 pm

Redesign is hosting Art Shanties, creative activities, a sauna and an all-weather skating rink (with free skate rentals!) at 2800 E. Lake all throughout the month of March to bring community together and hear what folks want to see here in the future!

As we are looking for partners to transform the site, we are continuing the conversation with the community to make sure the work continues to stay aligned with our community’s vision.

The event runs from March 6–30, with skating and creative activities happening Thursdays–Sundays – and the mobile sauna heating up the weekends. We are excited to invite the community to gather and imagine as we continue the revitalization of East Lake Street!

Learn more!

Event Details:

• Dates: March 6–March 30
• Hours:

• Skating & Art Activities: Thurs–Fri (4:00–8:00 p.m.), Sat–Sun (12:00–8:00 p.m.)
• Sauna Sessions: Sat–Sun (12:00–6:00 p.m.)

Activities & Highlights:

• Free Community Skating – Open to all, with free skate rentals available.
• Mobile Sauna Experience (Weekends Only; Reserve your spot online) – Hour-long sessions in a wood-fired sauna, hosted by Urban Wing.
• Art Shanty Project Pop-Ups – Interactive artist-led experiences, including:

• Wicked Winter – A gingerbread-inspired shanty with a whimsical, spell-casting twist.
• Visible – A participatory art piece exploring belonging and identity.
• Government Game Night – A card game about shaping the future of our neighborhoods.
• Fro-gahhh: Yoga for the Planet & People – Outdoor yoga with a focus on climate and racial justice (Saturdays at 2 PM).
• Pollinator Frenzy – A dance party celebrating spring and native pollinators (Sundays at 2 PM).
• TBD Performance/Art Action – Additional programming to be announced.

• Community Engagement – Learn about the site’s history and share your dreams for the future development of the site!
• Local Businesses – Attendees are also encouraged to visit nearby businesses to grab a treat or warm beverage!

The Exchange

Building Small Business Success Through Shared Knowledge

Thursday, April 24 | 5:30-7:30 PM

At The Historic Coliseum Building | 2800 E Lake St, Minneapolis

As a small business owner, you have challenges – but you also have a lot of expertise. Join your fellow neighborhood entrepreneurs to connect, share expertise, and identify common challenges to build a stronger, more connected, and resilient business corridor.

What to Expect:

👋Networking: Engage with fellow business owners to build valuable connections.

💡Skill-Sharing: Participate in discussions where you can both offer and receive guidance on topics like marketing strategies, navigating permits, and hiring practices.

☑️Needs Inventory: Uncover common shared challenges and contribute to shaping future workshops and resources.

This event is supported by funding from Lake Street Lift.