
Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this May
Parades. Colorful Pride celebrations. Hot Chocolate Winter Runs. Improv Festivals. Pond hockey tournaments. Seasonal Beer Celebrations. There is no shortage of events happening in Minneapolis all year long. We are an extremely active community of artists, creators, musicians, foodies, dancers, runners & bikers – a community of doers that can’t stand the thought of missing out. With something always going on, we’re confident you’ll find something you won’t want to miss too.
*Note: Please be sure to check the official event website or with event organizers for up to date cancellations and postponements.
Living on an archipelago, surrounded by water on all sides, the Japanese have always had a close relationship with the sea. The marine life depicted in Japanese art, however, is often more…
Catch of the Day: Humans and Marine Animals in JapanMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Journey into the jungle in the new Butterfly Odyssey exhibit at the Science Museum of Minnesota. Climb, crawl, and jump to survive as a wild butterfly. Discover how tropical butterfly farming protects…
Embracing Fallibility A Neon Exhibition by James Akers “Embracing Fallibility” is an exhibition of neon sculptures that celebrate the fallibilities that make humans human. On view: April 11- July 19, 2025 Gallery…
Embracing Fallibility: A Neon Exhibition by James Akers2213 Snelling Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Minnesota 55404
Textile Center proudly presents Stitching Black Legacy: The Quilts of Carolyn Mazloomi, the largest solo exhibition of Mazloomi’s work ever held under one roof. All of the quilts in this exhibition were…
Stitching Black Legacy: The Quilts of Carolyn Mazloomi3000 University Ave SE
Minnesota 55414
“Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys” is a groundbreaking exhibition that marks the first major showcase of the Dean Collection, owned by renowned musicians and cultural…
Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beats and Alicia KeysMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
This hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away…
The largest open studio tour in the country, Art-A-Whirl happens annually throughout Northeast Minneapolis the third weekend of May. Over 1,600 NEMAA member artists, galleries, and businesses participate across all of Northeast…
Art-A-WhirlSolar Arts Building
711 NE 15th Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Sway through the streets of 1950s Paris with Peter Davison's An American in Paris. This ballet is inspired by the musical starring Gene Kelly and set to memorable George Gershwin melodies, such…
An American in ParisEM Pearson Theatre
312 Hamline Ave N
St. Paul, MN 55104
Despite what the meteorological calendar says, the summer season starts with Whirlygig at Indeed Brewing Company. Mark your calendars for May 16-18 to take part in the whirlwind that is Whirlygig. Come…
WhirlygigIndeed Brewing Company
711 NE 15th Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55413
3 days of fun art , dancing , and live music.
It's the kick off to Spring in the NE during Art-a-whirl weekend! Join us for art, shop from over 35 makers, delicious food, live music & plenty of drinks to go around…
Art-A-Whirl at Sociable Cider WerksSociable Cider Werks
1500 Fillmore St NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Swing Dancing with Beasley's Big Band & Vocalist Courtney Burton is back tonight at Minneapolis Cider! Free dance lessons start 5:15 pm - the band plays from 6 pm to 8 pm…
Swing Dancing with Beasley's Big Band701 SE 9th Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414
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