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.
Love And Other Things That Ruined My Life
It’s still cuffing season and the seasoned cast of Brave New Workshop is back with a satirical sketch show about everyone’s favorite problem: love. Whether you’re fighting over the duvet at night…
Love And Other Things That Ruined My Life824 Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Sadie Barnette: The New Eagle Creek Saloon
The New Eagle Creek Saloon is Oakland-based artist Sadie Barnette’s (US, b. 1984) reimagining of her father’s New Eagle Creek Saloon, the first Black-owned gay bar in San Francisco. The original bar…
Sadie Barnette: The New Eagle Creek SaloonWalker Art Center
725 Vineland Pl
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Flower Alchemy Discovering Petal Geometry through Mosaic Art A Mosaic
Flower Alchemy Discovering Petal Geometry through Mosaic Art A Mosaic Exhibition by Shelley BeaumontOn view: May 17- August 18, 2024 Exhibition Reception and Gallery Walk-through with the artist: Saturday July 20, 2024…
Flower Alchemy Discovering Petal Geometry through Mosaic Art A Mosaic2213 Snelling Ave
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
Skeleton Crew
As the Great Recession of 2008 begins to decimate industries across America, the once-gleaming “Motor City” has lost its luster. At one of its still-standing auto factories, four colleagues-turned-friends hear rumors that…
MJ
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Minneapolis as MJ , the multi Tony Award®-winning new musical centered around the…
Abby Z and the New Utility: Radioactive Practice
Choreographer Abby Zbikowski presents a rigorous, highly physical, often ecstatic dance work in intimate, onstage seating. This Bessie Award–winning choreographer and her company members (performers with wide-ranging movement backgrounds, including postmodern dance…
Abby Z and the New Utility: Radioactive PracticeWalker Art Center
725 Vineland Pl
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Star Wars: The Last Jedi in Concert
The Resistance is in desperate need of help when they find themselves impossibly pursued by the First Order. While Rey travels to a remote planet called Ahch-To to recruit Luke Skywalker to…
Star Wars: The Last Jedi in ConcertOrchestra Hall
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Whirlygig
Despite what the meteorological calendar says, the summer season starts with Whirlygig at Indeed Brewing Company. Mark your 2024 calendars for May 17-19 to take part in the whirlwind that is Whirlygig…
WhirlygigIndeed Brewing Company
711 NE 15th Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55413
BŪCH Gardens | Art-A-Whirl 2024
Join us for BŪCH Gardens, an Art-A-Whirl celebration at BŪCH Fermentary and Taproom! Celebrate local art, vendors, food, music and drinks!
BŪCH Gardens | Art-A-Whirl 2024BUCH Fermentary & Taproom
1121 Quincy St NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
The Liquid Zoo
The Liquid Zoo unites local best-in-class musicians, artists, and food vendors. All events are FREE and for all ages (21+ to drink). As much as Bauhaus loves your four-legged furry friends, the…
The Liquid ZooBauhaus Brew Labs
1315 Tyler St NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Art-A-Whirl
Art-A-Whirl is the largest open studio tour in the country, which happens annually throughout Northeast Minneapolis the third weekend of May. This will be the 29th year! Over 1,000 NEMAA member artists…
Doors Open Minneapolis
Explore the buildings that tell Minneapolis' story. From theaters to business hubs, sacred spaces to private clubs, sports complexes to engineering wonders, historical gems to not-even-open-yet buildings, Doors Open Minneapolis will give…