Spring Events
Kick hibernation to the curb. It's time to awake from that wintery slumber and spend some time in the sweet spring air!
Minneapolis is a four-season city, and there are always things to do whether you prefer being indoors or out. The city has a reputation for being one of the nation’s healthiest cities, and its award-winning parks and trails systems are accessible year-round. Once winter comes to a close, trees and flowers begin to bloom and parks explode in bright colors.
We are a city with both award-winning museums and gorgeous parks. It has beautiful riverfront trails and fun professional sports stadiums. Enjoy a cold beverage at one of our local breweries or revisit your childhood at an adult arcade. Families can rent bikes and ride along the river or head to the Science Museum for a day full of exploration. Come experience the unique intersection of a vibrant, bustling downtown with an amazing outdoor landscape. There's nothing quite like spring in Minneapolis!
*Note: please be sure to check the official event website or with event organizers for up to date cancellations and postponements.
May 8, 2022
6:00pm
Target Center
The Minnesota Lynx will start off their season at home vs. the Washington Mystics. Come cheer them on!
May 11, 2022
6:00pm-11:00pm
Paisley Park
You are invited to Design of the Times, a Black Fashion Week Minnesota event hosted in the legendary Soundstage at Paisley Park. Join us for a memorable night of fashion, music, and a Q&A panel with a special guest designer, Debbie McGuan.
May 20-22, 2022
Northeast Minneapolis
Art-A-Whirl is the largest open studio tour in the country, which happens annually throughout Northeast Minneapolis
the third weekend of May. Over 1,000 NEMAA member artists, galleries, and businesses participate across all of Northeast Minneapolis at over 60 locations. Art-A-Whirl is a fantastic way to connect with artists in their own spaces, enjoy demonstrations and interactive activities, listen to live music, and enjoy local restaurants and breweries. Art-A-Whirl is free and open to the public.
May 20-22, 2022
Indeed Brewing Company
Get ready to Whirlygig! For the first time since 2019, Indeed is getting the band back together. So squeeze into your party pants from two years ago (or go ahead and buy a new pair) and join them for a long overdue weekend of good vibes, food and beer galore, and a killer music lineup.
Whirlygig coincides with Art-a-Whirl presented by NEMAA, the largest open studio tour in the country. There will be artwork from nearly 1,000 artists in every medium at more than 60 locations, including the Solar Arts Building. At the taproom, watch Chuck U at work during one of his live drawing sessions.
May 21, 2022
12:00pm-6:00pm
Boom Island Park
Introducing OUT Venture, a new Twin Cities Pride event in 2022 and first of its kind in the country that offers a tapestry of Minnesota outdoor activities to the Twin Cities, hosted by the local LGBTQIA+ Community and Allies!
OUT Venture will feature a Rainbow Run 5K, a Beer garden, food stations, a DJ, and drag show, along with local vendors!
