Location: Anoka
Top Things to do in Anoka
Top 10 Things to do in Anoka, United States
Anoka (/əˈnoʊkə/ ə-NOH-kə) is a city in Anoka County, Minnesota. The population was 17,142 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat. Anoka calls itself the "Halloween Capital of the World", because it hosted one of the first Halloween parades in 1920. It continues to celebrate the holiday each year with several parades. Anoka is a northern suburb of the Twin Cities.
Restaurants in Anoka
1. Lyric Arts Main Street Stage
Overall Ratings
5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By Melmel79 - Minneapolis, Minnesota
Intimate seating, you feel 'into the show' even if you are in the back row. Amphitheater style seating. Great little bar outside the theater where you can sit prior to the show. Refreshments are allowed in the theater but of course, be mindful to pick them up on your way out. I've really enjoyed the plays put on here, great casts - very friendly box office/refreshment personnel. Perfect off the beaten path theater for a night out in Cozy Anoka!
2. Bunker Beach Water Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By corfu11 - Minneapolis
We've gone for the last several years and loves it every time. There are six water slides, a lazy river, rock climbing walls, basketball and a wave pool that is pretty intense but great fun.
Several food options as well.
48" seems to be the mark you need to hit to be able to go on the bigger slides.
Just go!
3. Elm Creek Park Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 185 reviews
Reviewed By MinnesotaBuckeye - Maple Grove, Minnesota
This is the largest park in the Three Rivers Park District at 4900 acres. Mountain bike trails, paved bike trails, walking and horseback riding trails, off-leash dog park with swimming pond, picnic areas, swim beach, disc golf, cross country ski trails, downhill and snow tubing, chalet, etc. If it involves outdoor fun, this is your destination!
4. Andover Cinema
Overall Ratings
4 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Phyllis S - Andover, Minnesota
My daughter and I went to see a movie on a Saturday afternoon at Andover Cinema. We decided to try this theater simply because of their advertised Recliner Chair seating. VERY COMFY! As for the rest of the experience, the popcorn was hot and fresh, the theater temperature was comfortable (not so cold you need a winter coat as a few theaters I've been in), the sound level of the movie was great (loud enough to hear well, but not blasting out your eardrums). They had a good selection of candy and soda, as well as other food items like soft pretzels. The theater was clean, the bathrooms were clean. Free parking. Prices consistent with other theaters in the area. First-run movies. We were there on a beautiful, sunny, summer Saturday afternoon, so it wasn't very busy, but I'm sure that once the outdoor activities slow down this fall, you'll want to plan ahead to reserve tickets for the big picture releases.
5. Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By ann marie j - Minneapolis, Minnesota
nice stop on the the regional trail bike corridor. Small public area has clean restrooms, as well as machines for snacks. Several times, we have encountered volunteers with high powered telescopes showing the visitors great views of nesting eagles, etc. I particularly like standing on the wide, breezy bridge over the river, connecting the park areas on either shore of the Mississippi river. It is wide, allowing you to linger and enjoy the cool mist arising from the water, and being mesmerized by the rushing, bubbling water, and the roar of the dam.
Also, the Park offers summer programs for kids, exploring the wild, fishing, art, etc.
6. Elm Creek Singletrack Trail
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By NANCY B - Champlin, Minnesota
Beautiful trails in the Elm Creek Park Reserve accessed on the west side of Champlin. Ample parking for around 75 vehicles, restrooms availabe and even air for your bicycle tires if needed. Trail is in process of being renovated so some parts are currently closed but you can still enjoy many miles of the trails which go through the woods and past some beautiful scenery as well! Plan to spent at least 1-2 hours in this park on the trail. You won't be disappointed either!
7. Han's Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By jarrodpeterson - Maple Grove, Minnesota
Walk in, smell the fresh baked goodies and you will know you are in a quality bakery. From cookies to cupcakes to raised donuts, cofffee and drinks, excellent choices and value.
8. Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By TSJ310 - Coon Rapids, Minnesota
We took an adventure to the dam and walked around for about an hour. The grandchildren loved watching the water flow over the dam and crash below. It was a good way to spend time together. The bike and walking paths are great!
9. Rum River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By John R - Anoka
The Rum River runs right through downtown Anoka. There is a walking and a bike path that runs along the river North from downtown to North of Bunker Lake Blvd. The path runs South in town through Akin Riverside Park.
There is a small dam that is visible from Main Street Anoka. It is lit which makes it nice to see at night.
Besides the park, there is also a fishing platform North of East Main Street by Anoka City Hall. There are benches along the river to sit and relax and just watch the river.
There are also parks on the West side of the River by the Anoka County Fairgrounds, and both North and South of Bunker Lake Blvd.
Depending on what you want to do, you could spend a short time at the park or walking along the river, or make it an entire day and have a picnic, go fishing, or canoeing.
There is also some historical sites along the river in Anoka.
10. Highpointe Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By NANCY B - Champlin, Minnesota
Finally got back to the park yesterday! It has an awesome playground, tennis courts and of course the sliding hill was a children's favorite this past winter. You can take the walking path north into Win Creek park reserve which also connects to the local dog park. Can't wait for Spring to come so I can hike into the park. Great place for pets!
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