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.
Milkweed Presents: Found Ancestry hosted by K. Iver
Join K. Iver and panelists Dorothy Chan, Eli Erlick, and Danez Smith as they explore the idea of found ancestry and its impact on their literary work.
Arts & Theater
Free
LGBTQ
Details
Milkweed Presents: Found Ancestry hosted by K. Iver1011 S Washington Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
An American in Paris
Sway through the streets of 1950s Paris with Peter Davison's An American in Paris. This ballet is inspired by the musical starring Gene Kelly and set to memorable George Gershwin melodies, such…
Arts & Theater
Dance
Details
An American in ParisEM Pearson Theatre
312 Hamline Ave N
St. Paul, MN 55104
Art-A-Whirl
The largest open studio tour in the country, Art-A-Whirl happens annually throughout Northeast Minneapolis the third weekend of May. Over 1,600 NEMAA member artists, galleries, and businesses participate across all of Northeast…
Arts & Theater
Community
Fairs & Festivals
Food & Drink
Free
Details
Art-A-WhirlSolar Arts Building
711 NE 15th Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Midtown Global Market Arts & Music Festival
Enjoy live music, vibrant art, and non-stop fun throughout Midtown Global Market, with multiple stages and activities for everyone.
Arts & Theater
Fairs & Festivals
Family Fun
Free
Live Music
Details
Midtown Global Market Arts & Music FestivalMidtown Global Market
920 E Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Whirlygig
Despite what the meteorological calendar says, the summer season starts with Whirlygig at Indeed Brewing Company. Mark your calendars for May 16-18 to take part in the whirlwind that is Whirlygig. Come…
Arts & Theater
Fairs & Festivals
Food & Drink
Free
Live Music
Shopping
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WhirlygigIndeed Brewing Company
711 NE 15th Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55413
The Belfast Cowboys Anniversary
The Belfast Cowboys celebrate their anniversary with us each summer and are returning to celebrate their fourth 20th anniversary with another party for all their fans! The Belfast Cowboys are a nine-piece…
Live Music
Details
The Belfast Cowboys AnniversaryThe Hook and Ladder Theater
3010 Minnehaha Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Minnesota Wind Chill vs. Chicago Union — Professional Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Game
Come cheer on the Minnesota Wind Chill as they take on the Chicago Union at Sea Foam Stadium in St. Paul!The Wind Chill are the 2024 UFA Champions, defeating the Carolina Flyers…
Family Fun
Free
Sports Events
Details
Minnesota Wind Chill vs. Chicago Union - Professional Men's Ultimate Frisbee Game281 Hamline Ave N St. Paul, MN 55104
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Minnesota Wind Chill — Professional Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Game 1
Come cheer on the MN Wind Chill as they take on the Chicago Union at Sea Foam Stadium in St. Paul. The Wind Chill are the 2024 UFA Champions, defeating the Carolina…
Sports Events
Details
Minnesota Wind Chill - Professional Men's Ultimate Frisbee Game 1Sea Foam Stadium
281 Hamline Ave N
St. Paul, MN 55104
Swing Dancing with Beasley’s Big Band
Swing Dancing with Beasley's Big Band & Vocalist Courtney Burton is back tonight at Minneapolis Cider! Free dance lessons start 5:15 pm - the band plays from 6 pm to 8 pm…
Community
Details
Swing Dancing with Beasley's Big Band701 SE 9th Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414
Twins vs. Guardians
There are future dates for this event
Minnesota Twins host the Cleveland Guardians at Target Field. May 19 & 20: 6:40pm May 21: 12:10pm
Post Malone’s ‘Big Ass Stadium Tour’
9x diamond-certified GRAMMY® Award-nominated global superstar Post Malone is set to embark on his biggest headlining tour to date with Post Malone Presents: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour, kicking off in April…
Live Music
Details
Post Malone's 'Big Ass Stadium Tour'U.S. Bank Stadium
401 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55415
An Evening with Vince Gill
One of the most popular artists in modern country music, Vince Gill is famous for his top-notch songwriting, world-class guitar playing and warm, soaring tenor, all wrapped up in a quick and…
