Residents of Brooklyn Park are gearing up for one of the city’s most anticipated community traditions as the annual Tater Daze returns on Saturday, May 30, promising a full day of family-friendly activities, entertainment, and local culture.
Organizers say this year’s celebration will be bigger than ever, with an expanded lineup of attractions designed to engage attendees of all ages. The day will kick off with the Tater Daze Parade from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., following a route along 101st Avenue, Regent Avenue, and Oak Grove Parkway. Spectators can expect lively performances from area marching bands and cultural groups, including Park Center High School, Osseo High School, and Maple Grove High School marching bands, along with groups such as Rince na Chroi, Lions Drum and Dance, Golden Thread Studio, River City Rhythm, TKO, and Hijinks.
Following the parade, festivities will continue at the Community Activity Center from noon to 4 p.m., where the Tater Daze Community Gathering will take place. The free event will feature a wide range of attractions, including bounce houses, live performances, a food truck festival, activity stations, and sports demonstrations.
New additions to this year’s event include bingo, open skating sessions, and interactive “Art in the Park” make-and-take activities, further expanding opportunities for community participation.
Food lovers will have plenty to enjoy, with a diverse lineup of food trucks such as Ku-Ma-in, BBQ Junkies, La Cocina, Outlaw Donuts, Yum Yum Truck, Deep Roots Connection, Yummy Tummy MN, Ice Cream Kingz, Blue Tin Cup Kafe, and Heavy Rotation Brewing Company.
Entertainment will also take center stage throughout the afternoon, with scheduled performances by Tropical Zone Orchestra, Duniya Drum & Dance, Yalla Drum and Dance, Siengkane Lao Dance, and the Eurphoria Dance Team.
In addition, art enthusiasts can explore creative stations hosted by organizations including the Walker Art Center, Wow Bus Metal Lab, MN Doodle Booth, Paper Plains, Rumriver Art Center, and MNZZ, along with face painting activities for children.
City officials describe Tater Daze as a celebration of community spirit and cultural diversity, emphasizing that the event remains free and open to the public.
With a blend of tradition and new experiences, this year’s Tater Daze is expected to draw large crowds as Brooklyn Park comes together once again to celebrate its vibrant community.
