LIVE & LOCAL CHAMPLIN

Watch now! QCTV shined a spotlight on local business during LIVE & LOCAL Champlin. The one hour show featured a first look inside Mississippi Crossings as we hosted City Administrator Bret Heitkamp, Greco Developer Josh Brandsted, Mayor Ryan Karasek, and Community Development Director Scott Schulte. View the Mississippi Crossings calendar for event details. The October Grand Opening and restaurant ground breaking details will be added to the calendar this fall.

A view of an image saying get ready for election day.

ELECTION DAY 2022

There's still time to vote early before the August 9 Primary Election! Direct balloting is available at City Hall! View 5 Steps to Voting and make a plan.

August 1-5 | Monday-Friday | 8am-4:30pm

Saturday, August 6 | 10am-3pm

Monday, August 8 | 8am-5pm
Tuesday, August 9 | 7am - 8pm

NIGHT TO UNITE

National night out is TONIGHT, Tuesday, August 2! Strengthen community relationships by turning on your outdoor lights and inviting neighbors over to your yard. Email Communications with pictures of your 2022 gatherings! This annual event is a great way to connect, make new friends, and build community! We look forward to stopping by registered gatherings to say hello.

BIG TRUCKS & COOL STUFF

Join us on Thursday, August 4, from 4pm to 7pm, in the Public Works Yard, behind City Hall, to climb in public works, police and fire trucks! Plus, boats, helicopters, horse patrol, and more! Enjoy free cotton candy, popsicles & spin the wheel prizes too! All ages are welcome. Park at the Ice Forum. Learn more.

A view of shed fest showing eagles tribute on September 24 in public works yard.

SHED FEST TICKETS

You're invited on September 24 to the 4th Annual Shed Fest, in the Public Works Yard. Rock out to an Eagles Tribute, by the Fabulous Armadillos, at 9pm. Gates will open at 5pm. Food trucks will be on site. The Lookout Bar & Grill will serve adult beverages. A pre-show by Ladies of the 80s will start at 6pm. Parking will be available at the Ice Forum, and shuttle buses will run to and from various parks around town. Purchase $15 pre-sale tickets!

HOLIDAY ARTISAN MARKET

The Holiday Artisan Market, at Mississippi Crossings, will be Saturday, November 19 from 10am to 3pm. If you're an Artisan Crafter, we invite you to participate, registration is now open. View registration details! If you're a shopper, mark your calendar for this shopping opportunity. Support local and find one-of-a-kind gifts.

A view of movie in the park with sing 2 as the feature film on August 19.

MOVIE IN THE PARK & DINNER TOO

Bring a chair or blanket and join us for SING 2 at Andrews Park on August 19. The movie will start at dusk with food trucks and a 7pm comedy show prior! This free community event is co-sponsored by Champlin Recreation and CDAA. The Lookout, Pizza Ranch, and Kona Ice will be on site from 5pm to 9pm. Learn more.

CHAMPLIN FARMERS MARKET

Support local every Wednesday through October 12. Stop by the Ice Forum, between 9am and 1pm, to stock up on FRESH fruits, vegetables, baked goods, coffee, flowers, and more! Learn more.

BLASTER BATTLES

Join us for an epic end of summer nerf battle at Andrews Park on September 1. All ages are welcome and registration is free until August 31. Bring eye protection. We'll supply darts! Bring your favorite blaster or we'll supply loaners. Pre-register for fre e. Day of is $5.

A view of the new Mississippi Crossings Event Center building.

EVENT CENTER RENTALS

Host an event at Mississippi Crossings. The event center venue offers spectacular waterfront views to include a deck overlooking the river. It's the perfect setting for your next party, reception, groom's dinner, or reunion. It features a conference room and main hall with caterer's kitchen. View full day and hourly rentals.

A view of your boat club docks and available rentals on the river.

RESIDENT BOAT RENTALS

Experience the river with 20% off at Mississippi Point Park. Book through Your Boat Club and enter the code "ChamplinResident20" at checkout. Be prepared to show proof of residency at pick up. Activating the riverfront for residents is a focus of Mississippi Crossings.

SENIOR TRIPS

CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES ARE BACK! In the 9th installment of the highly successful series, all your favorite characters return! Whether this is your first visit to the basement or you’ve seen ‘em all, you won’t want to miss this new musical, PLOWIN’ THRU. This show takes place at Ames Center in Burnsville. The fee includes the theater ticket and transportation, it does not include lunch. Register for this October 21 day trip by September 30.

A view of a boy at the splashpad swinging through the water obstables.

SPLASH PAD SEASON

“CHILL" at Andrews Park this month! Good times and tan lines are a visit away. The on site snack shack has sweet treats to help you cool off on hot summer days. The Splash Pad is open to the public from 10am to 7:30pm daily (weather permitting until September 4). Interested in a group outing or party? Learn more.

AUGUST PROGRAMS & CLASSES

August camps are calling! Try Art, Tech Academy and/or Fencing. Reserve a spot online. Fencing starts August 22. Art classes are August 1 and 2. Minecraft Tech Academy starts August 15. Challenge your kids to try something new before summer ends!