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.

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Breizh Fest

For the fifth year, Breizh Fest, our festive celebration of French Brittany, will be celebrated at the Minneapolis Cider Company! Join us on Friday, May 30th, from 4 to 10pm for a family-friendly evening with delicious food, live music, awesome kids activities, and traditional Breton dance with lessons... exactly as you would experience it in French Brittany during 'a 'Fest Noz''!

Join us to celebrate this joyous occasion of French cultural diversity!

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Minneapolis City vs Chicago City Dutch Lions

The Mighty Crows host Chicago City Dutch Lions in USL League Two action at Edor Nelson Field in Minneapolis. This is the first time these two sides have met--don't miss it! Students may be asked to show a student ID at entry. Youth 14 years and under must have an accompanying adult. Kids 6 and under are free.

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Minnesota Wind Chill vs. Atlanta Hustle — Professional Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Game

Come cheer on the Minnesota Wind Chill as they take on the Atlanta Hustle at TCO Stadium in Eagan!

The Wind Chill are the 2024 UFA Champions, defeating the Carolina Flyers by a score of 17-16 in the Championship Game in Salt Lake City on August 24th, 2024, to secure their first ever title in franchise history. The Wind Chill are heading into their 12th season in the Ultimate Frisbee Association (UFA) in 2025 and have qualified for the playoffs in six of the last seven seasons.

Adult Beverages, Amazing Scott the Balloon Artist, Face Painting, Delicious Concessions/MN Nice Cream Truck, Yard/Disc Games, and more! Take a photo with our mascot, “Chilly” the Polar Bear! Get post-game autographs with players, and throw the Frisbee around with friends on the field after the game.

  • Adults Tickets (Ages +19): $24
  • Youth Tickets (Ages 11-18): $10
  • Kids 10 and Under: FREE!

Every adult 21+ in attendance will receive a voucher for a FREE beer at Surly Brewing Company after the game that night during the official post-game party.

Gates open 1 hour before listed game start time. Free Parking at TCO Stadium.

GAMES

  • May 17: Chicago Union - 6 p.m.
  • May 30: Atlanta Hustle - 7 p.m. (Game at TCO Stadium)
  • June 7: Pittsburgh Thunderbirds - 6 p.m.
  • June 21: Indianapolis AlleyCats - 6 p.m.
  • July 12: Madison Radicals - 6 p.m.
  • July 20: Detroit Mechanix - 5 p.m.
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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 glass art studio, view different glass art techniques in process by local artists, ask questions, and see what might be a good fit for you! Expect to see glassblowing, kilnforming, flameworking, neon bending, and coldworking processes in action. We will also be offering a free walk-up stained glass activity. Light beverages will be provided. RSVP is not required, but encouraged. No entry fee, free and open to the public!

Demonstrating Glass Artists:

-Beadmaking: Chuck Burton (Burton Art Studios) and Jane Magyar, located in the Flame Shop

-Coldworking: Dirk Schmitz, located in the Cold Shop

-Flameworking: Patricia Punykova (@punykova), located in the Flame Shop

-Glassblowing: Jenn Justad (@justadglass) and Abbey Uffelman (Gaga Glass), located in the Hot Shop

-Kilnforming (Fusing & Slumping): Diane Petron, located in the Kiln Shop

-Neon Bending: Erik Burt, located in the Flame Shop

Hands-On Stained Glass Charm/Pendant Activity:

Join our instructor Sarah Horning (Sarahberry Glass) in the classroom for a brief hands-on stained glass trinket activity! Select the glass colors, copper foil the edges, and solder a jump ring on to your own stained glass charm or pendant (1-2 inches). Walk-up activity, no prior registration required. Free to attend, suggested $10 donation. One project per person. Solder is lead-free. Participants must sign a Liability Release Form.

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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 mystery word game and flex your coordination with quirky ping-pong tables and a 3D Twister board.

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FLOP! 2025

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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 your local comics community and discover some new comics!

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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!

The ARF! Market is your pup’s new favorite weekend hangout, featuring:

- Local makers and vendors selling unique dog products

- Free pup cups from the Mill District Starbucks Specialty cocktails, mocktails, and dog treats from Aloft Minneapolis

- And plenty of room to roam at Gold Medal Park, right next door!

After sniffing out the best local finds and tasty treats, head over to Gold Medal Park for some pup playtime in the sunshine. Bring your furry best friend and make it a dog day out on the town!

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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: Drag Revue. Doors open at 10:00 AM with first-come, first-serve seating. The show begins at 11:30 AM, featuring high-energy performances that are sure to dazzle.

Ticket price includes entry to the show. Food and beverage will be available a la carte, with a full brunch menu offered.

This event is open to EVERYONE so come join the fun! Please note: the playlist is upbeat and fabulous but may not be suitable for young children—parental discretion advised (PG-13).

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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 fit for you! Expect to see glassblowing, kilnforming, flameworking, neon bending, and coldworking processes in action. We will also be offering a free walk-up stained glass activity. Light beverages will be provided.

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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 pre-order your copy of Raspberry Moon on Hometown Celestial Cardinal/Sage Eclipse vinyl or CD. Each pass is good for one person.

Order now in the store or online here to secure your signing line pass. Please choose in-store pickup and you'll be able to pick up your event pass and CD or vinyl the day of the event. This is several weeks before its official release date June 20th so you won't be able to pick up your pass/music until Saturday, May 31st at 10:00 a.m. We won't be shipping product ordered for event passes. No cancellations/refunds for event orders after May 23rd.

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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.

Hennepin Fest will also include a Vendor Village with local artists, artisans, and food vendors.

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