Address: 3995 Lexington Avenue South, Eagan, MN, 55123
Upcoming Events: Jump to Patrick Eagan Park & Eagan Art House Events
Website Patrick Eagan Park
Phone 651-675-5300
Patrick Eagan Park is a large, mostly natural park. It stretches over more than 100 acres on the north side of Eagan. Families will enjoy the nature play area, hiking the unpaved trail system and viewing natural wetlands and woods. Stop off for a visit to the Eagan Art House during open hours.
5 Fun things for families at Patrick Eagan Park
- Engage in open-ended play on the Nature Playground
- Take a ride on the zipline
- View some locally created art at Eagan Art House
- Bring a picnic. The park has a charcoal grill for use by visitors
- Hike around the lake and other natural areas. The park trail is approximately 1 1/2 miles around.
Nature playground at Patrick Eagan Park
In response to Eagan residents’ desire for a natural place where kids could climb trees and play in nature, the city created its first nature playground. This park combines elements of traditional playground equipment — like a zipline and climbing webs – with natural elements found in other local nature play areas. Watch a video of Anne’s visit to the nature playground below:
Eagan Art House
Located within Patrick Eagan Park, the Eagan Art House offers classes, special events, and exhibits to the public. It’s mission is to encourage people of all ages to live creatively through visual arts education, exhibitions and community engagement. The new 10,000 square foot building opened in 2025.
Annual events at Eagan Art House
Annual events typically include the Eagan Art Festival in June, Harvest of Art in September, and the Winter Art Sale in November.
- Eagan Art Festival – June
- Art Block – September
- Winter Art Sale – November
Birthday parties at Patrick Eagan Park
The sun shelter, which overlooks McCarthy Lake, is available to rent for private parties and can accommodate up to 25 people. It includes a charcoal grill and non-exclusive use of the park.
Birthday parties at Eagan Art House
The Art House offers parties for kids ages 6 & up. Parties includes 90 minutes of artist led activity and 30 minutes for your own celebration. Families can bring store-purchased treats. Art supplies are included in the price of the party. Parties can be scheduled through the city of Eagan.
Upcoming Family-Friendly Events
- Eagan Art House First Friday: Playing with Pattern (FREE) - 04/03/2026 - 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
- Eagan Art House Summer Camps - 06/15/2026 - 08/27/2026 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fun Past Events We Hope to See Again
- Gift Tag Making Drop-In Activity (FREE) - 12/23/2025 - 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Snowflake Search (FREE) - 12/26/2025 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Snow Painting (FREE) - 12/27/2025 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Birdseed Outdoor Tree Ornaments (FREE) - 12/28/2025 - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- DIY Confetti Poppers (FREE) - 12/31/2025 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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