BROOKLYN PARK, MN (June 13, 2026) Residents looking for a family-friendly way to spend a summer Saturday will find a blend of local entrepreneurship, community engagement, food, and art this weekend as the City of Brooklyn Park launches its new Summer at the Plaza series with an Arts and Business Expo at the Brooklyn Park Small Business Center.
\nThe free community event will take place Saturday, June 13, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Northwind Plaza parking lot, located at 7944 Brooklyn Boulevard. City officials describe the event as the first of three Summer at the Plaza gatherings scheduled throughout the summer, each designed to showcase local businesses, artists, entrepreneurs, and community organizations while drawing residents into one of the city’s emerging small-business hubs.
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The event comes as Brooklyn Park continues to expand efforts aimed at supporting entrepreneurship, strengthening neighborhood connections, and increasing awareness of resources available to small business owners throughout the city.<\/p>\n
Located within Northwind Plaza, the Brooklyn Park Small Business Center was established as a collaborative resource for entrepreneurs, startups, and emerging businesses, providing access to technical assistance, networking opportunities, business development resources, and community partnerships. The center has become a focal point in the city’s broader economic development strategy, particularly as Brooklyn Park seeks to grow locally owned businesses and increase economic opportunity in historically underserved communities.<\/p>\n
Saturday’s event offers residents an opportunity to explore those resources while meeting business owners and artists working throughout the community.<\/p>\n
Local Businesses and Community Organizations Featured<\/p>\n
City officials expect between eight and fifteen vendor booths representing local businesses, artists, nonprofit organizations, and entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n
Among the participating vendors are:<\/p>\n
\u2022 United Way<\/p>\n
\u2022 Tibetan Fresh MOMO<\/p>\n
\u2022 Lillians Cottage Creations<\/p>\n
\u2022 DreamHatcher<\/p>\n
\u2022 Lazo Homes Real Estate<\/p>\n
\u2022 MeeMa’ Sandwiches<\/p>\n
\u2022 Chevy Artistry<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ice Cream Kingz<\/p>\n
The vendor lineup reflects the diversity that has become a hallmark of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota’s sixth-largest city and one of the state’s most culturally diverse communities.<\/p>\n
Visitors will have opportunities to meet business owners, learn about local services, explore artistic creations, and discover organizations working throughout the northwest metro area.<\/p>\n
Family Activities Planned Throughout the Day<\/p>\n
In addition to vendor exhibits, the event will feature a variety of family-oriented attractions designed to encourage residents to linger, explore, and connect with neighbors.<\/p>\n
Children will have access to a bounce house and hands-on arts and crafts activities, while food vendors and food trucks will provide refreshments throughout the afternoon.<\/p>\n
The city has emphasized that the event is intended to be accessible and welcoming for residents of all ages, combining elements of a community festival, small business showcase, and neighborhood gathering.<\/p>\n
Inside the Small Business Center<\/p>\n
One of the day’s featured activities will be guided tours of the Brooklyn Park Small Business Center.<\/p>\n
Tours are scheduled for:<\/p>\n
\u2022 12:00 p.m.<\/p>\n
\u2022 12:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
\u2022 1:00 p.m.<\/p>\n
\u2022 1:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
\u2022 2:00 p.m.<\/p>\n
The tours will provide residents, entrepreneurs, and prospective business owners an opportunity to learn more about the services available through the center and the role it plays in supporting local economic development.<\/p>\n
City officials say many residents remain unaware of the resources available through the facility, making the event an opportunity to introduce community members to programs that can assist with business planning, growth strategies, networking, and entrepreneurial support.<\/p>\n
Supporting Local Entrepreneurship<\/p>\n
The Summer at the Plaza initiative arrives during a period when cities throughout Minnesota are increasingly investing in small business development as a strategy for neighborhood revitalization and economic resilience.<\/p>\n
Small businesses account for a substantial share of employment growth across Minnesota, and local governments have increasingly sought ways to support entrepreneurs through technical assistance, incubator programs, shared workspaces, and community-focused economic development initiatives.<\/p>\n
Brooklyn Park’s Small Business Center is part of that broader movement.<\/p>\n
By bringing together artists, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and residents in a public setting, city leaders hope events like Summer at the Plaza can strengthen community relationships while creating visibility for businesses that may otherwise struggle to reach new customers.<\/p>\n
Event Information<\/p>\n
Summer at the Plaza: Arts and Business Expo<\/p>\n
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026<\/p>\n
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.<\/p>\n
Location: Northwind Plaza Parking Lot<\/p>\n
7944 Brooklyn Boulevard<\/p>\n
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota<\/p>\n
Admission: Free<\/p>\n
Features:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Local artist and business vendors<\/p>\n
\u2022 Community resource organizations<\/p>\n
\u2022 Bounce house<\/p>\n
\u2022 Hands-on arts and crafts activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 Food trucks and food vendors<\/p>\n
\u2022 Small Business Center tours<\/p>\n
For city officials, the event represents more than a summer gathering. It is also an invitation for residents to discover the businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurs helping shape Brooklyn Park’s future.<\/p>\n
And for many attendees, that future may be just a few booths away.<\/p>\n
Sources: City of Brooklyn Park Economic Development Division; Brooklyn Park Small Business Center; Summer at the Plaza Event Announcement; City of Brooklyn Park Community Engagement Materials.<\/p>\n