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.
Twins vs. Royals
The Twins host the Kansas City Royals May 27-30 at Target Field. May 27 at 1:10 pm May 28-29 at 6:40 pm May 30 at 12:10 pm
Talk of the Stacks: Tracy Chevalier
Tracy Chevalier is coming to the Minneapolis Central Library to speak about her new novel, "The Glass Maker." This is a facilitated discussion with time for an audience Q&A. This author talk…
Arts & Theater
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Talk of the Stacks: Tracy ChevalierMinneapolis Central Library
300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Minne-Mélange
We're Minne-Melange, a brand new variety show in the Twin Cities. Each month, we're bringing you a taste of our amazingly talented performing arts scene. You might see stand-up, improv comedy, singing…
Peso Pluma — Exodo Tour
"Por las Noches" and "RUBICON" singer and songwriter Peso Pluma is coming to Target Center in Minneapolis on May 28, 2024!
Author Visit and Book Signing
Free and Open to the public - meet author, April Gibson and get your copy of her debut poetry book, The Span of a Small Forever.ABOUT THE BOOK: With echoes of Audre…
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Author Visit and Book Signing901 Nicollet Mall, Suite 100
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
Insurgent Transmissions: Infiltrators by Khaled Jarrar
Insurgent Transmissions is a film series highlighting the varied Palestinian experience. Made by contemporary Palestinian makers, the films depict the many ways that Palestinians resist occupation in their daily lives and filmmaking…
Arts & Theater
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Insurgent Transmissions: Infiltrators by Khaled Jarrar810 West Lake Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408
Sports Events
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Minnesota Lynx vs. Las Vegas AcesTarget Center
600 N 1st Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Summer Kick-Off Party
Swing in and experience the ultimate summer vibes at Thr3 Jack's Kick-off to Summer event! Enjoy complimentary passed appetizers featuring items from our New Happy Hour menu and free access to our…
Free Live Music at Umbra: Minneapolis Jazz Guitar Duo
Join us for complimentary Live Music at Umbra! Located inside the Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis. Minneapolis Jazz Guitar Duo consists of David Martin and Serdar G. Martin is a guitarist and bassist…
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Free Live Music at Umbra: Minneapolis Jazz Guitar Duo708 S 3rd St
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
Minnesota Aurora FC vs. RKC Third Coast
It's the Minnesota Aurora's home opener! Cheer them on as they play RKC Third Coast at TCO Stadium.
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Minnesota Aurora FC vs. RKC Third CoastViking Lakes
2685 Vikings Cir
Eagan, MN 55121
It’s Not the Heat, It’s the Stupidity: 2 Hot, 2 Stupid
Summer in Minnesota is a sacred time—even when we haven’t really had much of a winter. That extra daylight is a precious and fleeting opportunity to have as much fun as possible…
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It's Not the Heat, It's the Stupidity: 2 Hot, 2 Stupid824 Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Edina Art Fair
Shop from a diverse collection of local and international juried artists and enjoy entertainment, a kids’ zone, two craft beer gardens, and tasty food options. Friday, May 31 | 12pm-7pm Saturday, June…
