Top 8 Things We're Looking Forward To This Spring In Minneapolis
Spring is an exciting time in Minneapolis. The snow is melting and the layers of clothes start coming off, which means everyone is ready to start exploring the city from the outdoors. Check out all the things happening this time of year that we can't wait for!
1. Minnesota Twins Home Opener
April 3
Nothing says "start of spring" better than baseball. Watch the Minnesota Twins host the Houston Astros for their home opener on a spring Thursday afternoon. The first 10,000 fans will receive an Opening Day Beanie.
2. Minneapolis St. Paul Film Festival
April 2-13
The 44th Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF) brings bold, exciting and inspiring works by emerging and veteran filmmakers to the Twin Cities. The carefully curated selection of 250+ new films represents some 100 cultures and countries.
3. The Mousetrap
March 15-18
See this iconic Agatha Christie murder mystery play out on the Guthrie Theater's stage. The Mousetrap began as a 30-minute radio play for the BBC in 1947 called Three Blind Mice. Queen Mary had just turned 80 and requested something by Agatha Christie for a commemorative broadcast. The stage play opened in Nottingham, England, on October 6, 1952, and toured the country before settling in on the West End where it continues performances today, making it the longest-running play in the world.
4. Art in Bloom
April 24-27
A spring time tradition at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, this free festival is all about mixing flowers and art. See floral arrangements take shape as some of your favorite fine art pieces at the 41st annual Art in Bloom.
5. & Juliet
May 13-18
This hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love — her way — at the Orpheum Theatre.
6. Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair
May 10-11
Celebrate Mother's Day at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair. Back for its second year, the art fair will feature approximately 150 artist booths, along with music, crafts, food, and more.
7. Art-A-Whirl
May 16-18
Art-A-Whirl is back for its 30th year! This festival brings together over 800 artists at more than 60 locations showcasing their work, and is a great chance to meet and buy art from all types of different artists including painters, jewelers, photographers, and woodcarvers. Art-A-Whirl is the largest of its kind in the country and includes opportunities to see private artist studios and galleries, demonstrations, mini-workshops, installations and special exhibitions.
Breweries and restaurants are also known to throw some pretty awesome parties to join in the fun. These are the top activities to check out during Art-A-Whirl 2025!
8. Opening of Big Star Tipsy Taco Bar
Opening in May
Breaking news...a taco restaurant is opening in the former Betty Danger's space, home to the one and only Minneapolis Ferris wheel. The Big Star Tipsy Taco Bar will offer a Tex-Mex-style menu with Austin, Texas-inspired barbecue flavors. And yes, the Ferris wheel and mini golf are here to stay.
