Spring and Summer Festivals and Fairs

Get your groove on at Minneapolis' spring and summer festivals and fairs. One of the best excuses to spend quality time with the outdoors!

Due to recent events regarding COVID-19, please be sure to check the official event website or with event organizers for up to date cancellations and postponements.

Why worry about driving home? Make a weekend out of it! It's more fun when you sleep over (we promise). Be sure to check out the best hotel deals plus summer events and things to do during your weekend getaway.

Twin Cities Pride Twin Cities Pride Celebrate the greater LGBTQ community at one of the largest free Pride festivals in the country.

Minnesota Fringe Festival Minnesota Fringe Festival Watch one-of-a-kind performances at the Minnesota Fringe Festival, August 5th-15th, 2021.

Minneapolis Aquatennial Minneapolis Aquatennial Often called “Best Days of Summer,” the Minneapolis Aquatennial will return July 21-24, 2021 with a…

Rock the Garden Rock the Garden Kickoff to summer starts with Rock the Garden, the best outdoor music festival of the season!

10 Cool Things to See and Do Near The Stone Arch Bridge Festival 10 Cool Things to See and Do Near The Stone Arch Bridge Festival It’s officially summer in Minneapolis! Turn off the Netflix, rummage for your sandals, and get outside…

Late Night Bites Before and During Northern Spark Late Night Bites Before and During Northern Spark Calling all night owls, art lovers and festival goers. It’s time to light up your weekend…

Where to Grab a Bite Around the MSP International Film Festival Where to Grab a Bite Around the MSP International Film Festival While you're busy checking out the latest and greatest at this year's Minneapolis St. Paul International…

Top Events & Activities to Check Out at Art-A-Whirl — 2022 Top Events & Activities to Check Out at Art-A-Whirl — 2022 Celebrating it's 27th year, Art-A-Whirl is bringing together over 1,000 artists, galleries, bands, businesses, restaurants, and…

Visit These Neighborhoods to See Our Favorite Doors Open Locations Visit These Neighborhoods to See Our Favorite Doors Open Locations Get behind-the-scenes access to over 100 iconic Minneapolis buildings and businesses.

A Guide to Summer Art Fairs and Festivals in Minneapolis A Guide to Summer Art Fairs and Festivals in Minneapolis Here's your chance to see and discover the artistic side of Minneapolis and its neighborhoods.

Best Spots for Food Near the Basilica Block Party Best Spots for Food Near the Basilica Block Party Mark your calendars for the Basilica Block Party on September 10 & 11, 2021! The two-day…

Minnesota State Fair Guide Minnesota State Fair Guide The Fair is back this year from August 26-Labor Day! And we've definitely missed it. Even…