Centennial Lakes Park is one of Edina's most beloved public spaces — a landscaped urban park wrapped around a series of lakes and wetlands, designed for year-round enjoyment. Trails circle the water, families bring paddleboats out in summer, the Centennial Lakes Farmers Market draws regulars every season it runs, and the outdoor skating rink becomes a community gathering place each winter. It's a park that earns its place on every visitor's itinerary, not as a detour, but as a destination.
What Makes It Special
Spring Renewal
As winter retreats, Centennial Lakes comes alive with returning birds, blooming plantings along the water's edge, and the welcome return of foot traffic on the trails. Spring at the park is a quiet reward for anyone who's been waiting out a Minnesota winter.
Summer at the Lake
Centennial Lakes Farmers Market draws producers and shoppers throughout the season, and the paddleboat rentals make the lakes themselves part of the experience. Long evenings, outdoor dining nearby, and the energy of an active community park define the summer months.
Fall Color
Autumn transforms the park into one of Edina's most photogenic spots. The tree canopy along the trails turns amber and gold, reflecting off the water below. Fall weekend mornings here rival anything the region has to offer.
Winter Skating
When temperatures drop, Centennial Lakes becomes Edina's community skating rink. The outdoor ice draws families, couples, and solo skaters — skate rentals, warming facilities nearby, and the kind of winter experience that makes a Minnesota cold snap feel worth it.
What’s Here
Outdoors
- Walking & jogging trails
- Paddleboat rentals (seasonal)
- Outdoor skating rink (winter)
- Wetlands & lake viewing areas
- Picnic areas & benches
Events
- Centennial Lakes Farmers Market
- Summer community programming
- Seasonal holiday events
Nearby
- Centennial Lakes retail shops
- Dining along France Avenue
- Southdale Center (adjacent area)
- Public parking off W. 76th Street
Visit Centennial Lakes Park
Whether you're here for the farmers market, a paddleboat afternoon, fall foliage, or winter skating, Centennial Lakes is worth building your Edina visit around.
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