The free outdoor event, designed to promote “outdoor adventure for all,” takes place Saturday, May 9 at The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park
Minneapolis, Minn. — The Minnesota Star Tribune today announced programming for “Strib Unbound,” a free outdoor event extravaganza featuring a full day of outdoor programming for all ages.
For the second year, Strib Unbound will take place at The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis on Saturday, May 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will celebrate the abundant natural resources and recreation opportunities available across Minnesota.
The event highlights non-motorized outdoor activities including biking, camping, hiking, fishing and paddling. Attendees can check out a range of hands-on activities around these sports along with live recordings of local and national outdoors podcasts, camp cooking demos from local chefs, live music and a host of other engaging activities. May 9 is the fishing opener in Minnesota, and Strib Unbound will offer fishing demos, including fly fishing, as well as tutorials on how to fillet a fish for camp cooking throughout the day.
“Strib Unbound was a big hit last year, and we’re excited to build on that success,” said Mark Baumgarten, Minnesota Star Tribune Outdoors editor. “The outdoors are so important to Minnesotans and spring is the perfect time for new adventures. We are inviting everyone to come out, see all the recreation opportunities the state has to offer, and just enjoy being part of this amazing community.”
In addition to a full lineup of activities, food trucks representing Animales BBQ Co., Olakino Shakes and Parlour will be onsite for the duration of Strib Unbound.
The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park is located at 1301 Theadore Wirth Parkway in Golden Valley, and a variety of transportation options are available. Free Metro Transit passes can be secured on the event website, bicyclists may utilize a bike valet upon arrival, and a complimentary shuttle bus will be transporting individuals from off-site.
The event is free, however online RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Up-to-the-minute details for Strib Unbound 2026 and a link for making an RSVP are available on the Strib Unbound event website.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Pre-Event Programs
7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Melanin in Motion Slow Ride: Additional signups required.
8 – 8:45 a.m. Yoga Class with YogaSix – Registration is limited.
Trailhead Camp Stage
9 – 9:45 a.m. Live Music from David Huckfelt & Jeremy Ylvisaker
10 – 10:30 a.m. Storytelling with Author Mary Casanova
10:45 – 11:30 a.m. Live Music from David Huckfelt & Jeremy Ylvisaker
11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. A conversation with Chef Via Yang
12:45 – 1:30 p.m. Live Music from David Huckfelt & Jeremy Ylvisaker
Trailhead Backyard Stage
9:30 – 10 a.m. The Minnesota Star Tribune’s Curious Minnesota Podcast
Live Recordings
10:15 – 11 a.m. Camp Cooking Demo with Chef Gustavo Romero
James Beard Nominated Chef and Co-Owner of Oro by Nixta
11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Dirtbag Diaries Podcast with Host Fitz Cahall – Live Recordings
Cahall is an avid climber, snowboarder, cyclist, and host of Dirtbag Diaries since 2007.
12:30 – 1 p.m. Camp Cooking Demo featuring Shorelunch with Nate P.
The monthly professional fishing and culinary show has a mission to make fishing and fine outdoor adventure cooking enjoyable and approachable for everyone.
1:15 – 2 p.m. Phenology with John Latimer and Season Watch, a New Podcast with KAXE – Live Recording
Phenology is the rhythmic biological nature of events as they relate to climate, and the Season Watch podcast is filled with the delights of nature.
Wirth Lake – Canoe Launch
10 a.m. Canoe with Wilderness Inquiry
11 a.m. Canoe with Wilderness Inquiry
12 p.m. Canoe with Wilderness Inquiry
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