El Rio Vista Recreation Center

08/19/2026

Bring along a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy a starlit night of fun with friends and family on August 21! Movies in the Parks provides a wide range of outdoor films at parks and recreation centers around Saint Paul. Movies in the Parks events are free and open to the public.

This year, there is a musical movie theme! Join us for a showing of Encanto!

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For more information, please visit stpaul.gov/moviesintheparks

08/14/2026

Join us for a class or attend a special event for some fall fun! 🍂🔥🎃

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Whether we're ready to admit it or not, fall is coming! 🍂So we're ready to embrace it by finding a fall class! Activities for youth, adults, and seniors are available to browse and register. We have dance, cooking, yoga, rollerskating, leather crafts, martial arts, chess, open gyms, senior luncheons, and more!

Plus get in the fall-spirit by attending one of rec center's special events with bonfires and halloween parties. 🔥🎃

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07/22/2026

Join our Amazing Race team! 🏃‍♀️🥇🥈🥉🏆 Event takes place August 7 but registration closes July 23!

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07/16/2026

Due to the current and forecasted Air Quality Index (AQI) and to ensure the safety of our staff and patrons, the following modifications are being implemented:
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As of 10am on July 17, 2026 there are no additional cancellations or modifications due to the Air Quality Index (AQI). Any modifications to programming will be communicated directly to participants. Updates or changes will be shared here as needed.

05/20/2026

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05/07/2026

STEM summer camps are now available at El Rio Vista, Linwood, and Palace!

Sign up today for unique opportunities to work on fun STEM-related projects and activities https://www.techacademymn.com/web_district2020.php?district_id=78

04/06/2026

We've got a sign of summer on the horizon because summer camp and activitiy registration is open! www.stpaul.gov/summerfun

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Summer camp and activity registration is open (including registration for our popular Summer Rec Check). Offerings for all ages in arts and crafts, sports and fitness, outdoor adventures, nature exploration, games, technology and more! www.stpaul.gov/summerfun

03/31/2026

We're feeling the vibes! But what kind? 🌻🐬🪨🧘‍♂️

Our survey closes April 2 and we need your input to inspire new rec center logos. This 5-min survey is all about capturing the energy and values that matter most to you. www.tinyurl.com/RecCenterLogoSurvey

This "Buzzfeed-style" survey is fun for all ages so fill it out with a family member or friend for a fun multi-generational activity. Remember, the survey closes this Thursday, so don't wait!