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.
Back for its third year, the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden will be home to an art fair, Mother's Day weekend in 2026. Highlights of the 2025 Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair include: 18…
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art FairMinneapolis Sculpture Garden
1600 S Lyndale Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Doors Open events are free public celebrations that invite people to explore the buildings, spaces, and stories that shape a city’s identity. During Doors Open venues of architectural, cultural, civic, and social…
Performances at Ames Center:May 9 at 1pmMay 9 at 6pm (relaxed performance)*May 10 at 2pm*The relaxed performance is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State…
Narnia The Ballet12600 Nicollet Avenue
12600 Nicollet Avenue, Minnesota 55337
Join us on Saturday, May 9th for a Social Distortion Born To Kill listening party. Starting at 10:30 a.m., we'll have stickers and posters to hand out to everyone while supplies last…
Social Distortion - "Born To Kill" Listening Party2000 4th Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
Join us on Saturday, May 9th at 2:00 PM for a special screening of Their Eyes Were Watching God, followed by a guided discussion exploring the film's themes of love, identity, resilience…
Their Eyes Were Watching God (Screening and Discussion)1400 Park Avenue #1010
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
This film and live music double feature pairs Saint-Saëns’ humorous Carnival of the Animals with Georges Méliès’ iconic 1902 silent film, A Trip to the Moon, featuring a live ensemble, narration by…
Carnival of the Animals & A Trip to the Moon | A Film and Music Event2027 W Broadway
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411
An immersive evening of modernism, rare access, and skyline views inside a Minoru Yamasaki landmark - part of the City Stories festival. Step into an evening of light, form, and atmosphere. Conclude…
The Luminary Society: An Exclusive Key to Extraordinary Spaces20 Washington Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55401
LiminalityLiminality is an experimental alternative shoegaze band that blends heavy, hard-hitting riffs with smooth, atmospheric melodies. We aim to create a dynamic live experience that balances intensity with immersive soundscapes. Velvet Ghoul…
Liminality | Velvet Ghoul | Victimless Progress1105 Washington Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
YUNGBLUD is bringing the IDOLS WORLD TOUR to Minneapolis. Saturday, May 9th, 2026 All Ages Doors at 6:30 // Show at 8:00
Cheer on the Minnesota Lynx as they take on the Atlanta Dream at Target Center Sunday, May 10. NOTE: This game was originally scheduled for May 10, but will now take place May 9.
The original American Roots Revue crew is back! Tonight, experience Gospel, R&B, blues, folk, rock and all stops in between. Here, the scintillating foursome will be backed by a superlative band led…
Get ready for the most fabulous Saturday night ever with our Simply the Best Saturday Drag Show featuring the Midwest's top entertainers. Join us at Roxy’s Cabaret for an unforgettable night featuring…
Simply the Best Saturday Drag Show1333 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
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