Summer Events

Our summer calendars are as colorful as our parks. You’ll find us shopping at the farmers market, exploring art fairs, staring in awe at fireworks, balancing it out with beer tastings, getting some sun on a rooftop, and always embarking on a new adventure. We have a major fear of missing out, and you will too! Check out the absolute best summer events in Minneapolis.

Please be sure to check the official event website or with event organizers for up to date cancellations and postponements.

Mill City Farmers Market

May - October 2024
Every Saturday, 8am-1pm

An essential provider now and always, Mill City Farmers Market’s Saturday Market is Minneapolis' trusted source for local, sustainable and organic groceries, bringing fresh food, cooking education and live entertainment to one beautiful place. Join dozens of local farmers, food makers and artisans – rain or shine – every Saturday for a unique outdoor shopping experience.

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Music & Movies in the Park

Memorial Day - Labor Day
Live music times vary
Movies start 15 minutes after sunset

Known for one of the top park systems in the nation, summer in Minneapolis means Music & Movies in the Park. Brought to you by the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board, parks across the city will feature free outdoor music or movies from Memorial Day through Labor Day! Perfect for a night of relaxation in the summer weather, grab a date, some friends or the whole family.

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Meet at Mia: Summer Series

Thursdays, now - September
5pm - 9pm
Minneapolis Institute of Art

Connect, create, kick back! Meet at Mia is a new series of free Thursday evening events for adults. Get to know us—and each other—with live music, art making, special programs, and unique food and drink (for purchase). No registration or secret handshake required.

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September 27 to August 17

Minnesota Renaissance Festival

King Henry and his royal court invite one and all to his 16th Century European village featuring 16 stages of live entertainment. Over 250 artisans fill the Festival marketplace to display and sell their handcrafted wares for a truly unique shopping experience. Patrons can interact with hundreds of memorable characters roaming the village streets as well as view live armored jousting throughout the day.

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Taste of Greece Festival

September 6-8, 2024
St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church

Bringing people together to experience Greek culture and faith while supporting philanthropy! Watch dance and music performances, enjoy a glass of red wine or white Greek wines with calamari, grilled halloumi cheese and keftethes (meatballs), and enjoy the activities.

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