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Tiffany Bushland

General Manager, Centennial Lakes Park

7499 France Ave. S. // 952.833.9582 tbushland@edinamn.gov

Why is Centennial Lakes Park so unique? Centennial Lakes Park is exceptional because the lakes are surrounded by unique amenities that stretch over 23 acres and it neighbors several commercial and residential developments.

What kind of activities are available to visitors? During the summer months, visitors can rent paddle boats, fish in the ponds, browse the Farmers Market; explore a maze; or try their luck on the bent grass putting course or lawn bowling lanes. The Park also has miles of walking paths that wrap around the lake and planting beds filled with beautiful flowers and trees. In the winter, visitors can rent skates and skate on 10-acres of groomed ice.

Tell us about the amphitheater…. is there live entertainment?

You betcha! The amphitheater has concerts three nights a week and plenty of other special events like movies and dance classes. Families and children can also enjoy children’s concerts twice a week!

What is your favorite thing about working in the park? That I get to work there! I keep telling myself that and can’t believe it! The Park is an amazing amenity for the community and people absolutely love it! I am so lucky to be a part of a place people love to visit.

What inspires you about Edina?

I grew up in a small town and the sense of community in Edina reminds me of a small town. I love the investment and pride people here have for their city.