
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.
In a small town in upstate New York, 38-year-old Kenneth has everything he needs: a bookstore job he loves, his best friend Bert, daily mai tais at Wally’s and a simple, steady routine — that is, until he finds himself unemployed. With Bert’s encouragement, Kenneth applies to be a teller at Primary Trust Bank, and he gets the job. Thriving at work, he slowly begins to open his heart to new people and possibilities. But when newfound rhythms threaten his friendship with Bert, Kenneth must face his past before he can fully embrace his future. This Pulitzer Prize-winning new play reveals our universal need for human connection and each other.
Mary Chapin Carpenter, a Grammy Award-winning folk-rock and country artist, has been hailed as one of music’s “most reliable and empathetic songwriters” (Pitchfork). Brandy Clark, a celebrated country music singer-songwriter, has crafted songs for icons like Sheryl Crow, Miranda Lambert, and Reba McEntire. Each will perform her own set, making for a night of masterful songwriting and unforgettable music.
Celebrate 20 years of Avatar: The Last Airbender with a one-of-a-kind concert event. Experience a live orchestra performing Jeremy Zuckerman’s iconic score, perfectly synced to your favorite scenes on a full-size cinema screen. With new surprises and creative touches added just for this milestone tour, this event offers a fresh take on the beloved series. A must-see for fans and music lovers alike.
The world premiere stage adaptation of Prince’s legendary film and album, Purple Rain™ is based on the original screenplay by Albert Magnoli and William Blinn, and features a book by Tony Award winner and two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, music and lyrics by Prince and direction by Tony Award-nominee Lileana Blain-Cruz. Longtime Prince collaborators Bobby Z and Morris Hayes join the award-winning creative team as Prince Music Advisors.
Herbie Hancock is a true icon of modern music. Throughout his explorations, he has transcended limitations and genres while maintaining his unmistakable voice. With an illustrious career spanning five decades and 14 Grammy™ Awards, including Album of the Year for River: The Joni Letters, he continues to amaze audiences across the globe.
An Evening of Elegance, Music, and Dance!
Step into the golden age of swing and romance with Wayne Anthony and the legendary Marquette Big Band!
Join us for an unforgettable concert experience as Wayne Anthony leads this 16-piece ensemble through an enchanting musical journey. With a repertoire featuring the iconic crooners—Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, Vic Damone, Nat King Cole, and Michael Bublé—prepare for a night of timeless classics that will have you dancing and reminiscing.
Event Highlights: Live Music from Wayne Anthony and the Marquette Big Band Elegant Atmosphere for Socializing, Dancing, and Dining Cash Bar with Spirits & Cocktails
General Admission: $65 per person enjoying the full concert experience with access to dancing and socializing.
Premium Seating (includes Dinner): $165 per person Indulging in a delicious pre-fix dinner while enjoying the best seats in the house.
VIP Seating (includes Bottle Service): $300 per person The ultimate experience, featuring premium seating, Indulge in a delicious pre-fix dinner, a bottle of champagne, red wine, or white wine, and an exclusive VIP atmosphere.
Special Room Rates at the Marquette Hotel: https://shorturl.at/ju9pE
Parking: Marquette Hotel Valet or Self Parking in the IDS Ramp for $5
Wayne Anthony and the Marquette Big Band Concert Series710 Marquette Ave, Minneapolis MN
Minnesota 55402
Join us on a musical journey from your first day in the valley all the way to your arrival to the summit, with the brand new Stardew Valley concert Symphony of Seasons! Curated by ConcernedApe, Symphony of Seasons features a 35-piece orchestra performing the most memorable music from the game, and a screen above the stage playing gameplay footage plus original content created exclusively for this tour.
From the award-winning composer Dave Malloy comes Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, an electropop opera based on a slice of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace. Young and impulsive, Natasha Rostova arrives in Moscow to await the return of her fiancé from the war. When she falls under the spell of the roguish Anatole, it is up to Pierre, a family friend in the middle of an existential crisis, to pick up the pieces of her shattered reputation. Following a critically acclaimed premiere at Ars Nova in New York City, a subsequent Off-Broadway transfer, and an Tony award-winning Broadway production, this exceptional musical expands the possibilities for the genre with its daring score and bold storytelling.
Theatre Elision presents: Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 18126105 42nd Ave N
Crystal, Minnesota 55422
The Wombats are bringing the “Oh! The Ocean Tour” to The Fillmore Minneapolis on October 30th! Make sure to get your tickets now!
The Wombats Oh! The Ocean TourFillmore Minneapolis
528 N 5th St
Minneapolis, MN 55401
In this holiday favorite filled with music and Seussian rhymes, the Grinch conceives a dastardly plot to destroy the Whos’ beloved holiday—until tiny Cindy Lou extends a hand. Will her combination of kindness and community change the course of Who-History, and the size and capacity of the cantankerous Grinch’s heart?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas!Children's Theatre Company
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
It's time to enter the multi-verse. The Ninja Kidz are leaping out of your screens and into Minneapolis with Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities. The fate of the universe hangs in balance as imposters threaten to infiltrate the historic Orpheum Theatre.
A miserly and miserable man, Ebenezer Scrooge greets each Christmas with “Bah! Humbug!” until he is visited one Christmas Eve by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Future. In Charles Dickens’ beloved classic, the three spirits show Scrooge happy memories from his past, difficult realities from the present and a grim future should he continue his closed-hearted ways. Throughout his journey, Scrooge is forced to reckon with the man he has become and contemplate the man he could be — but only if his restless night leads to a change of heart by morning. The Guthrie's cherished tradition celebrates its 50th year and continues to delight audiences of all ages this holiday season.
A Christmas CarolGuthrie Theater
818 S 2nd Street
Minneapolis, MN 55415
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