Upcoming Events
MRPA hosts a variety of education opportunities throughout the year. Workshop information will be added to this page throughout the year.
Emerging Recreation Leaders Institute
Relevant training for individuals who want to grow and develop into strong parks and recreation leaders.
Meets five sessions in the fall beginning September 23, 2025. Remaining session:
November 13 - Bloomington Civic Plaza, Bloomington
Planning for the Future with THE FUTURE:
Insights from Emerging Leaders Shaping the Future Workshop
December 4
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Virtual
This session is dedicated to exploring the innovative ideas and fresh perspectives from the leaders who are shaping the future of parks and recreation and communities in Minnesota. In this moderated, panel discussion attendees will hear directly from some of the state’s prominent young professionals who are all redefining leadership and strategic planning with their bold visions and next practice approaches.
Annual General Meeting and Awards Luncheon
January 9, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Shoreview Community Center
Shoreview, MN
Registration form added soon
Changing the Game:
Modern Financial Stewardship in Parks and Recreation
January 14, 2026
9 a.m. - Noon
Cedarholm Golf Course
Roseville, MN
This workshop will set the stage by establishing the what, the how, and why park and recreation administrators need to increase their financial, analytical, and professional acumen for the benefit of their organizations. Participants will begin by building a foundation upon the most relevant financial principles and considerations to the park and recreation field. From there, participants will discover tangible strategies for analyzing data and information which will be used to enhance critical thinking and decision making. Finally, we will conclude by tying learned concepts together on how to execute influential narratives to bring forth recommendations to staff and elected officials.
Click here to view and download workshop the flyer.
Click here to register online.
Bridges Out of Poverty Workshop
February 5, 2026
10 a.m. - Noon
Virtual
Participants will learn comprehensive approach to understanding the dynamics that cause and maintain poverty, from the individual to the systemic level. This training will provide concrete tools and strategies for a community to prevent, reduce, and alleviate poverty. It also will assist community organizations, social service agencies, employers, and individuals in gaining insight and strategies to ultimately create stability for all.
Registration Fee: $59 - includes the e-book
Click here to view and download workshop the flyer.
Click here to register online.