Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this May
Minneapolis Events Calendar
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.
Glass Demonstrations & Studio Open House
Join us at Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts for our spring Studio Open House on Saturday May 31, 2025 from 1pm-4pm! This event is a great chance to visit our nonprofit…
Arts & Theater
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Glass Demonstrations & Studio Open House2213 Snelling Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Minnesota 55404
Game On! Special Exhibit Opening Day
Spin the wheel, roll the dice and hop, skip and jump through the rousing world of Game On! Race to the finish on a life-size board game, beat the clock in a…
FLOP! 2025
There are future dates for this event
FLOP is back! The greatest comix show on earth returns for two amazing days at Odd Mart! Featuring more than 50 independent comic creators and small press publishers! Come out and support…
ARF! Market: Shop, Sip & Sniff Around Downtown
🐾 ARF! Market - A Dog Day Out in Downtown Minneapolis! 🐾 Calling all good boys, good girls, and their humans, join us for the very first dog-centered farmers market in Minneapolis…
Community
Fairs & Festivals
Family Fun
Food & Drink
Free
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ARF! Market: Shop, Sip & Sniff Around Downtown900 South Washington Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55415
Minnesota 55415
Drag Brunch at Blondette
Drag Brunch is Coming to Blondette! Join us on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 11:30 AM as the rooftop comes alive with lip-syncs, lewks, and laughter from the drag stars of POWER…
LGBTQ
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Drag Brunch at Blondette527 South Marquette Avenue #Floor 5
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
Hotline TNT In-store Performance and Signing
We're excited to welcome Hotline TNT to the store on Saturday, May 31st at 1:00 p.m.! This performance is free and open to all ages, but to meet the band, you must…
Community
Free
Live Music
Details
Hotline TNT In-store Performance and Signing2000 4th Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
Studio Open House & Glass Demonstrations
This event is a great chance to visit our nonprofit glass art studio, view different glass art techniques in process by local artists, ask questions, and see what might be a good…
Arts & Theater
Free
Details
Studio Open House & Glass DemonstrationsFoci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
2213 Snelling Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Community Roots Eid Holiday Bazaar
Join us for the Community Roots Eid Holiday Bazaar – a vibrant celebration bringing together multiple cultures and communities in one dynamic marketplace on Lake Street! This special collaboration between Nova Pop-Up…
Free
Holiday
Live Music
Multicultural
Shopping
Details
Community Roots Eid Holiday BazaarAmaal Event Center
1201 E Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Hennepin Fest
Hennepin History Museum presents Hennepin Fest, a women-led music festival celebrating the diverse history and culture of our community! This free outdoor festival features music and spoken word by local women artists…
Free
History & Heritage
Live Music
Multicultural
Details
Hennepin Fest200 E 24th St
Minneapolis, MN 55404
A Funny Thing Happened on Guy Fawkes Day
Join us at 1628 West End Blvd for a night filled with art, music and good vibes. Richard's captivating artwork will be on display for all to admire. Come mingle with fellow…
Community
Family Fun
Free
Details
A Funny Thing Happened on Guy Fawkes Day1628 West End Blvd
Saint Louis Park, Minnesota 55416
Sip & Bloom: Flower Arrangement Class with Cocktails & 360° Views
Step into the Sheraton's breathtaking Dome – an elevated space with 360-degree views of downtown Minneapolis – for a hands-on flower arranging experience like no other, featuring the floral design experts at…
Arts & Theater
Community
Family Fun
Food & Drink
Details
Sip & Bloom: Flower Arrangement Class with Cocktails & 360° Views1313 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis , Minnesota 55403
FAST FWD MOTIONS
By Katie Ka Vang May 31 - June 29, 2025 This world premiere follows a team of working-class Hmong-American women practicing and competing in their ferocious Volleyball League here in Minnesota. This…
