August Events in and around Roseville
A roundup of community events in the Roseville Area in August
August is here and there is SO much to look forward to this month! Now is the time to pack in as much summer fun and community as possible before the hustle and bustle of fall begins again.
Below is a list of events happening in Roseville and surrounding areas in August.
Minnesota FARE
August 1 - August 10
Potluck | Rosedale Center
"This annual event brings together the best of the Great Minnesota Get-Together, featuring an array of mouth-watering fair-themed food items from Potluck restaurants.
Indulge in a delectable feast showcasing the flavors and traditions of the fair, all conveniently located under one roof. From classic favorites to innovative culinary creations, our talented chefs have curated an exceptional menu exclusively for the 2025 Minnesota FARE event."
Roll in Movie: Moana 2
August 1 | 7:30 p.m.
John Rose OVAL
"Come watch your favorite family friendly movies on the BIG screen, outside on the OVAL scoreboard! Bring the kids, the treats and a comfy seat for these FREE outdoor movies. Movie begins at 7:30pm. (Skate park and inline track will be closed during movies)."
VFW Auxiliary Annual Pork Feed Fundraiser
August 2 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Roseville VFW
Live Music by The Parkers
The Parkers: Voice and Guitar Acoustic Duet
August 2 | 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Showtime Studio & Coffee
"The Parkers are a sibling duo that have been making music together their entire lives. Anna is a high school senior who has a musical background playing bass, singing in a variety of choirs, and loves to listen to old folk and singer-songwriter artists. Will is a music educator who graduated from University of Wisconsin-River Falls where he was able to further study guitar, brass instruments, voice, and loves to listen to and play jazz music. They complied a playlist of some of their favorite tunes to share with others!"
Live at the Rog
Roseville Central Park - Lexington Ave
Frank Rog Amphitheatre
Superhero Carnival
Discover Your Parks: Rosebrook Park
August 6 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
2590 Fry St.
Roseville, MN 55113
"Check out the great parks in your neighborhood and around town. Each week meet at a different park to connect with your community and talk with Parks and Recreation commissioners and staff about the future of our parks. Enjoy themed activities, recreation fun, crafts and two Roseville favorites: the bounce castle and puppet show. Tonight we're at Rosebrook Park for the SUPERHERO CARNIVAL (rescheduled from Rosefest)! Test your super strength, train to be a superhero, maybe even meet a superhero- the superhero carnival has it all for future superhero's in the making."
Weekly Paint & Take
August 6 | 5:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Gamezenter
1975 County Road B2 West
"We provide everything you need to get started, and our friendly, knowledgeable staff are happy to offer tips and guidance along the way. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning to the hobby after a break, this is a great chance to put some paint on plastic! For just $10, you’ll receive a model and access to paints and supplies. Prefer something different? If the provided models don’t catch your eye, you can purchase one from the store and get $3 off the price. Want to bring your own materials? That’s great too—space is available for everyone, and all are welcome!"
Pitch-A-Friend
August 7 | 7:00 p.m.
Smash Park | Paddle Club (21+ only)
"Think your bestie is a catch? Prove it at Pitch-A-Friend Night in our Paddle Club! Grab the mic and pitch your single friend with a 3-5 minute PowerPoint, complete with baby pics, fun facts, hilarious stories, or whatever else you want to share! Will they find love? Maybe. Will it be an absolute blast? Guaranteed."
Fridays with Firefighters
August 8 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Roseville Fire Station
2701 Lexington Ave N.
"Join us for three different Fridays with Firefighters events this summer with ice cream, donuts, and new vendors like a Close Before You Doze trailer that teaches kids about fire safety at home."
Greazy Gravy Blues Band
August 9 | 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
B-Dale Club
21100 North Dale Street
"It's Time for some Summertime Fun! Come on down to The B Dale Club and join The Greazy Gravy Band under the shelter and hear the Blues!! No Cover / Great Drink Prices/ E Tabs & Pull Tabs and Pittie Q BBQ Open until 8pm!! Bring a Lawn Chair!!"
Second Sunday Open Game Room
August 10 | 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Ramsey County Library - Roseville
"Use the library's collection of games, or bring your own. Meet new people or just use the room to bring your D&D group to a comfortable space. Versatile tables and chairs are provided—as well as a board game library of more than 30 games.
The gaming space is free and open to the public on a self-serve basis on the Second Sunday of each month."
Teacher Appreciation Party
August 12 | 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Smash Park
"It’s our 2nd Annual Teacher Appreciation Party, and you don’t want to miss it! Join us for summer fun before school starts again. Enjoy exclusive teacher deals, awesome prizes, and test your smarts with Back to School trivia!"
Discover Your Parks: Evergreen Park
August 13 | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
1810 County Road B W
"Check out the great parks in your neighborhood and around town. Each week meet at a different park to connect with your community and talk with Parks and Recreation commissioners and staff about the future of our parks. Enjoy themed activities, recreation fun, crafts and two Roseville favorites: the bounce castle and puppet show. Tonight we're at Evergreen Park and the theme is 'I Can Be Anything!'"
Paint Your Cat on Canvas
August 14 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
The Cafe Meow
1718 Lexington Ave
Reservations required | Ages 16+
"Embark on a purr-sonalized artistic adventure with our “Paint Your Cat on Canvas” class, where creativity meets feline charm! Hosted once a month in the cozy ambiance of our cafe, this two-hour painting extravaganza is not just about crafting a masterpiece; it’s a celebration of whiskers, paws, and all things cat-tastic!
You don’t need to be a Picasso to join—this class is all about unleashing your inner artist, having fun with friends or loved ones, and letting your creativity flow like a cat chasing after a feather toy."
Summer Block Party at Rice & Larpenteur 2025
August 16 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
1675 Rice St.
"The 7th Annual Summer Block Party at Rice & Larpenteur, presented by M Health Fairview, will include family fun, live music and performances, local food, giveaways, and more and will be located at the southwest corner of the Rice & Larpenteur intersection (near North End Laundry)!"
Block Printing 101: artist Diana Eicher
August 16 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Ramsey County Library - Roseville
"Local printmaking artist Diana Eicher will be with us to take adult students through the process of creating and making their own block printing pieces of art to take home.
It is recommended that students bring resource materials (drawings, photographs, etc) for an idea they would like to make into a print in the workshop."
Como Park Japanese Obon Festival
August 17 | 3:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Marjorie McNeely Conservatory grounds
Advance tickets required
"Music, martial arts, singing, dancing, drumming, delicious food, vendors, games, and other aspects of Japanese culture will be featured at the annual Como Park Japanese Obon Festival on the grounds of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory from 3:00pm – 9:00pm on Sunday, August 17. At the end of the Obon festival, lanterns are released onto the water so that the spirits can return to the other world."
Minnesota State Fair
August 21 - September 1
"Today, often referred to as the “Great Minnesota Get-Together,” the annual Minnesota State Fair is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region . . . This end-of-summer tradition is held the 12 days leading up to and through Labor Day. The State Fair’s mission is to educate and involve our guests by providing a world-class showcase that is innovative, entertaining and fun."
American Red Cross Blood Drive
August 29 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ramsey County Library - Roseville
"Join the American Red Cross here at the Ramsey County Library in Roseville by giving the gift of life! Every 2 seconds someone in the U,S, needs blood. All blood types are needed, it's free to donate, and takes less than an hour. If you're interested in signing up for this drive, please visit this site to make an appointment. "
Note: "Give blood 8/29 to 9/21 for 1 of 4 mystery tees with an iconic Red Cross x PEANUTS design, ltd. qty!"
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