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.
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
Details
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
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
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
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…
Chris Fleming
Chris Fleming — best known for his YouTube series as character Gayle Waters-Waters — brings his unique character comedy and "powerful, ridiculous songs" to the Pantages Theatre in June.
Artist Talk: Meleko Mokgosi
Meleko Mokgosi is an artist, associate professor, and co-director of graduate studies at the Yale School of Art, as well as the co-director of the Interdisciplinary Art and Theory Program based in…
Twin Cities River Rats Water Ski Show
Join the Twin Cities River Rats as we perform a FREE water ski show for you! Located on the banks of the Mississippi River in Northeast Minneapolis, the show includes music, costumes…
Arts & Theater
Community
Family Fun
Free
Outdoor and Recreation
Sports Events
Details
Twin Cities River Rats Water Ski Show1758 W River Rd. N
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411
Edina Art Fair
Shop from a diverse collection of local and international juried artists and enjoy entertainment, a kids’ zone, beer and wine gardens, and tasty food options. Friday, June 6 | 3pm-8pm Saturday, June…
Twins vs. Blue Jays
There are future dates for this event
Minnesota Twins host the Toronto Blue Jays at Target Field. June 6: 7:10pm June 7 & 8: 1:10pm
Minnesota Wind Chill vs Pittsburgh Thunderbirds — Professional Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Game
Come cheer on the Minnesota Wind Chill as they take on the Pittsburgh Thunderbirds at Sea Foam Stadium in St. Paul!The Wind Chill are the 2024 UFA Champions, defeating the Carolina Flyers…
Family Fun
Free
Sports Events
Details
Minnesota Wind Chill vs Pittsburgh Thunderbirds - Professional Men's Ultimate Frisbee Game281 Hamline Ave N St. Paul, MN 55104
Minnesota
Spotlight Showcase presented by PNC
Spotlight Showcase is Minnesota high school theater’s biggest celebration! Over 1,000 students participate in the awards and recognition event, presented by Hennepin Arts’ Spotlight Education program.
