Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this April
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.
Catch of the Day: Humans and Marine Animals in Japan
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Living on an archipelago, surrounded by water on all sides, the Japanese have always had a close relationship with the sea. The marine life depicted in Japanese art, however, is often more…
Arts & Theater
Free
History & Heritage
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Catch of the Day: Humans and Marine Animals in JapanMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
MSP International Film Festival
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Soak up the excellence during Minnesota’s only international film festival and among the largest and longest-running film festivals in the country. Showcasing 150+ bold and exciting new films representing more than 10…
Arts & Theater
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MSP International Film FestivalThe Main Cinema
115 SE Main St
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Community
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Scalzo Sessions: The Pursuit of Purpose with Lena Scullard1330 Industrial Blvd NE
Minnesota 55413
Stomp
Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, and more fill the stage with energizing beats at STOMP: the inventive and invigorating stage show that’s dance, music, and theatrical performance blended together in one…
Beyond the Writing: Building the Infrastructure for a Full-Time Author Career
Talent and dedication to writing are essential, but success comes from building the infrastructure that supports your art. A strong infrastructure is what attracts agents and publishing houses. It creates leverage, establishes…
Community
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Beyond the Writing: Building the Infrastructure for a Full-Time Author Career2909 S Wayzata Blvd, Minneapolis MN
Minnesota 55405
Author Event: Pushing the River with Frank Bures
Join us to celebrate the publication of Pushing the River: An Epic Battle, a Lost History, a Near Death, and Other True Canoeing Stories. Author Frank Bures will be in conversation with…
Free
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Author Event: Pushing the River with Frank Bures308 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408
Pre AC/DC Concert DJ
Get ready to rock the night away before the AC/DC concert with an electrifying pre-party at Umbra Minneapolis! Beats by DJ ILLIAN will set the stage for an unforgettable night. Themed bites…
Young Adult Night at Mia
Come for the chill vibes, stay for the good food, exciting performances, and—of course—amazing art! Plus enjoy access to Mia’s newest special exhibition "Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beats…
AC/DC Power Up Tour
AC/DC return to the road in the United States for the first time in nine years on the 2025 Power Up North American Tour! Much to the delight of millions of fans…
Reverend Matt’s Monster Science: Agent Elora Electric Battle Masterpiece
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The award-winning Agent Elora series returns, in a four-night Monster Science theater event! Agent Elora and Reverend Matt face off against their first full-blown villain! There’s a giant, city-wrecking monster fight! And…
Comedy
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Reverend Matt's Monster Science: Agent Elora Electric Battle Masterpiece810 W Lake St
Minnesota 55408
Secrets of the Whales with the Minnesota Orchestra
From the creative genius of Academy Award®-winning filmmaker and National Geographic Explorer at Large James Cameron and acclaimed National Geographic Explorer and Photographer Brian Skerry, the Disney+ original series Secrets of the…
Arts & Theater
Live Music
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Secrets of the Whales with the Minnesota OrchestraOrchestra Hall
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Twins vs. Tigers
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Minnesota Twins host the Detroit Tigers at Target Field April 11 at 7:10 pm April 12 and 13 at 1:10 pm
