City of Crystal, MN - Local Government

09/14/2026

HUGE VEHICLE FAIR IN CRYSTAL
All are invited to come to the Crystal Community Center on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to see vehicles that go through your neighborhood. A variety of trucks and cars will be on display to explore. It’s a great photo opportunity and the event is free. Non-perishable, free-will food donations for the local food shelf will be accepted.
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/PIWntNDxhFU

09/11/2026

CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The Crystal City Council will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. at city hall. The EDA is at 6:30 p.m., and a work session will follow the council meeting.
For more information, visit go.crystalmn.gov/CouncilMeetings. Watch the meeting live at go.crystalmn.gov/live.

09/11/2026

CRYSTAL CLOSE-UP - SEPTEMBER
Crystal Close-up is a monthly e-newsletter that shares city council updates, community news and events, and other helpful information with residents and interested subscribers. Subscribe at go.crystalmn.gov/subscribe.
This issue highlights the importance of resident input and its role in shaping Crystal’s future.
Questions or comments about City of Crystal services or programs? Let us know at go.crystalmn.gov/comment.

09/11/2026

PATRIOT DAY
Today is Patriot Day and the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
We honor the lives lost and give thanks to all who served, saved lives, and provided aid and assistance in the aftermath.

09/10/2026

MATERIAL REUSE DONATION DAY IS COMING
Have reusable mattresses, furniture, or building materials in good condition? Bring them to the expanded Reuse Donation Day on Saturday, Sept.12 from 9 a.m.–noon at the Brooklyn Park Operations & Maintenance Facility, 8300 Noble Ave. N.
Items are vetted onsite for potential resale or redistribution. Only items on the accepted lists are accepted.
Hennepin Recycling Group is partnering with Bridging, Better Futures MN, and Hennepin County to help keep usable materials out of landfills.
See Hennepin County’s drop-off information for additional disposal options: https://www.hennepin.us/dropoffs.
For more information, email [email protected].

09/10/2026

BRUNCH, BINGO AND BANDS
What happens when you fill the Crystal Community Center gym with something other than basketballs? Brunch, bingo, live music, and fun for all ages.
There will be a light brunch, live music, bingo with great prizes, and plenty of fun for everyone from toddlers to seniors on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Crystal Community Center. The cost is $10 per person, and registration is due Oct. 8 — but this event can fill up, so don't wait.
Learn more about the event at https://youtu.be/wXcqbKxBnBg
Register at go.crystalmn.gov/BBB

09/09/2026

A LETTER FROM CRYSTAL POLICE CHIEF BRIAN HUBBARD
Chief Hubbard shares an important message with the Crystal community following recent conversations about ALPRs and the Crystal Police Department’s decision to end its service with Flock Safety.
Read his full letter below or visit go.crystalmn.gov/ALPRletter

09/09/2026

VEHICLE FAIR IS SEPT. 19
Bring your family, take photos, and enjoy this free community event for all ages on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. - noon at the Crystal Community Center.
A variety of trucks, service vehicles, and cars that will be on display for guests to see up close and explore. Food trucks will be on site with snacks and treats for purchase. Support the local food shelf by bringing a non-perishable food donation or make a free-will contribution.

09/08/2026