Sports
in Minneapolis, MN (showing 1 - 14 out of 14)

If you're searching for water crafts to take out on one of the city's many lakes, look no further than Above the Falls Sports. This place has some of the most affordable water sports and recreation rental options in the city and offers kayak, canoe, and row boat rentals. If you need a few lessons, they'll give you a quick run down - you'll leave feeling like an expert.

Head to Lake Calhoun for some fun in the sun. Splash around in the lake with the kids, canoe together, watch the kids from a distance as you windsurf or even teach them how to ride - that's just the tip of the iceberg for family fun at the lake. If you're looking to stay dry, take a scenic walk around the lake. Whatever you do, don't forget the sunscreen!

Get all the games you can handle under one roof at the Bowlero Blaine. This place is jam packed with family games, recreation and entertainment, making it a great place to let the kids run wild. The bar and grill ensures fun for adults too, with big screen TVs, billiards and dart boards available - but we're sure you'll enjoy being a kid again while playing laser tag, air hockey, and the latest video games in the arcade.

Have fun playing the game where striking out is a good thing at Bryant Lake Bowl. This bowling alley isn't your typical bowling venue - they encourage "Crazy Bowl" with moves like bowling with your opposite hand, bowling on your knees, bowling after spinning in a circle and closing one eye, and a few other silly tactics. Don't worry about eating before you head to BLB, they serve up breakfast, lunch, dinner, and appetizers. The bowling alley stays open late, so you can midnight bowl every night.

Plan your next fishing trip with the Lake Minnetonka Fishing Guide Service. These guys will take you to the best spots to cast a line on Lake Minnetonka. Walleye, bass, northern pike, panfish and more will be biting the bait on your fishing excursion. No need to bring your own gear, the guides have everything you need to make your next big catch - just be sure to have your Minnesota fishing license.

Make a trip to Minnehaha Park and explore the 193-acres of one of Minneapolis' oldest parks. The park overlooks the Mississippi River and Minnehaha Falls. If you're not too busy using the park's hiking and biking trails, hang out at the Wabun picnic area and enjoy relaxing in the wading pool, playing disc golf, volleyball, or a picnic with the family.

Catch the Minnesota Lynx in action at the Target Center. The WNBA team has been battling the competition on the court since their opening season in 1999. The sports team has yet to clinch a championship but they are ready for the next season and the next challenge on the court.

Sports fans, make some noise in the stands as the Minnesota Timberwolves tear into the opposition. The former team of All-Star Player and MVP Kevin Garnett has made eight post season appearances and scored one division title. Watch the Timberwolves prove themselves as fierce competition against some of the best names in the league - win or lose, they put up a good fight.

Root, Root, Root for the Minnesota Twins and get your Homer Hankies ready as they knock 'em out of the park at Target Field. The sports team has been playing for the City of Lakes since 1961, and has topped their division about ten times, earned three AL Pennants and won the World Series twice. Craving peanuts and crackerjacks yet?

Head to one of the eight units of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. This natural attraction stretches along 34 miles of the Minnesota River, making it the largest American national wildlife refuge near an urban area. Certain areas of the refuge allow hiking, biking, skiing, fishing, hunting, and birdwatching.

If you want fast-paced, hard hitting, helmet smashing, shoulder pad bashing, American football, watch the Minnesota Vikings tackle NFL opponents like the Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears, Denver Broncos and other famous franchises. The sports team has only come home with the Vince Lombardi trophy one time in their storied career but they try for it again every year - who knows, you could be at a game that changes the course of Vikings history.

Take a break from the shopping racks of the Mall of America to experience the fun waiting at Nickelodeon Universe. The theme park occupies seven acres at the center of the mall and is full of fun rides like The Backyardigans Swing Along, Fairly Odd Coaster, Jimmy Neutron's Atomic Collider, and the Splat-O-Sphere.

Cool off on the ice rink at Richfield Ice Arena. Show off your skating skills during an open skating session. If the kids need a little extra practice getting around on their skates, the good folks at Richfield offer lessons. Looking for some recreational competition? Join in a game of adult or women's open hockey. No need to bring your skates, the arena offers skate rentals.

Be ready for some wet and wild fun at Valleyfair Amusement Park & Soak City. Stay dry on roller coasters like Steel Venom with face-melting speed, scream while being launched in the air by the Power Tower, or brave the tides of the wave pool at Soak City. The park has plenty of family attractions and kiddie rides so that the whole family can have fun, from the toddlers to the thrill seekers.