Local Events
Taste of Linden Hills
From Linden Hills Neighborhood Council:
Taste of Linden Hills is the Linden Hills Neighborhood Council’s annual fundraiser – a fun, upscale evening that celebrates the amazing food in this neighborhood and raises money that we invest back into the community. Guests will experience tastes and sips from many of our favorite neighborhood restaurants, bars, and breweries.
Taste of Linden Hills
Tuesday, May 20 • 6:30 – 9 PM
St. Thomas the Apostle Gym: 2914 W 44th St
Kickoff to Summer at the Fair
This slice-of-the-fair event features more food and fun things to do than ever before – but with the laid-back patio vibe we all love about Minnesota summers. Favorite fair food and brews at nearly 40 vendors, music and entertainment free with admission, shopping at 20+ specialty Minnesota merchants, Giant Slide rides, yard games, history tours, free parking, and so much more!
Plus, the ever-popular Milk Run 5K Race will take place Saturday, May 24 at 9 a.m. Register by March 25 or before it fills! The race is limited to the first 2,000 registrants and is quite popular, so early registration is recommended.
Hmong Filmmaker Showcase
From Walker Art Center:
In making the feature film Bitterroot, filmmaker Vera Brunner-Sung and producers Kazua Melissa Vang and Yeej used an apprenticeship model to bring Hmong community into various aspects of production. Though Bitterroot was shot in Missoula, people from the Twin Cities Hmong community were featured both in front of and behind the camera. Curated by Vang and Yeej, this screening showcase features local Hmong artists, highlighting the different ways they are using film to tell their own stories.
This program is part of Free Thursday Nights. Admission is free from 5 to 9 pm, and special programming takes place throughout the museum.
Hmong Filmmaker Showcase
Thursday, May 22 • 7 PM
Walker Art Center
Edina Art Fair
From Edina Art Fair:
The Edina Art Fair features 280 of the nation's top artists, a variety of food vendors, kid's activities, live music, Edina Grill and Red Cow Craft Beer Gardens, Edina Liquor Wine Garden and more. Headlining bands will keep the energy going on Friday and Saturday nights in the Lunds & Byerlys Parking Lot where guests can enjoy craft beer, wine and specialty food. The Finn Band headlines on Friday and Harbor & Home on Saturday. Take the complimentary shuttle from Southdale Center to the Edina Art Fair and experience the start of summer with the Edina Art Fair.
Edina Art Fair
Friday, June 6 • 3 – 8 PM
Saturday, June 7 • 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday, June 8 • 10 AM – 5 PM
East Isles Safety Walking Club
Calling all walkers! This is a great way to promote neighborhood safety by using our collective eyes and ears on the street.
Lake of the Isles Pencil Day
Annual LOTI Pencil Sharpening, featuring live music, food, prizes and more!
East Isles Board Meeting
All East Isles residents 16 and older, business owners/lessees, and neighborhood nonprofit, education, or government representatives are invited to our monthly Board meetings.
Pop Up Dance Party
From Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:
You read the title correct. Bryant Square is so excited to host a "POP UP DANCE PARTY" event series in 2025! We provide the DJ and the space; all you need to bring is your energy and your best (or worst) dance moves. All ages are welcome!
Pop Up Dance Party
2nd Wed. monthly • 6:30–8 PM
Bryant Square Park Rec Center (3101 Bryant Ave S)
Uptown Farmers Market Launch
Drop by the Uptown Farmers Market 4–8pm every Thursday at Seven Points, June 12 – Sept. 25!
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join the Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
Fix-It Clinic
From Hennepin County:
Get help with your broken stuff and learn valuable repair skills at free Fix-It Clinics! Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash.
Hennepin County Fix-it Clinic
Saturday, June 14 • 12–4 PM
Ridgedale Library
East Isles Summer Social
Entertainment, food trucks, bounce houses, and free ice cream! Come catch up with our neighbors, welcome new ones, and celebrate summer together.
East Isles Safety Walking Club
Calling all walkers! This is a great way to promote neighborhood safety by using our collective eyes and ears on the street.
Community Sing-A-Long
From MPRB & Friends of Loring Park:
Join your friends and neighbors for this wonderful event. Even if you don't sing, you're guaranteed to have a delightful evening. Songs are chosen ahead of time, with music and refreshments provided. Featuring Dan Chouinard on the piano. Celebrate the season by joining friends and neighbors for a night of fun singing or listening to the music! Lyrics are projected onto a screen.
Community Sing-A-Long
Tuesday, July 8 • 7 – 8:30 PM
Pop Up Dance Party
From Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:
You read the title correct. Bryant Square is so excited to host a "POP UP DANCE PARTY" event series in 2025! We provide the DJ and the space; all you need to bring is your energy and your best (or worst) dance moves. All ages are welcome!
Pop Up Dance Party
2nd Wed. monthly • 6:30–8 PM
Bryant Square Park Rec Center (3101 Bryant Ave S)
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join the Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
Fix-It Clinic
From Hennepin County:
Get help with your broken stuff and learn valuable repair skills at free Fix-It Clinics! Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash.
Hennepin County Fix-it Clinic
Saturday, July 12 • 12–4 PM
St. Joan of Arc
Minnehaha Falls Art Fair
From Homespun Events:
Celebrate dozens of amazing artists in the best park in Minneapolis! This annual event that attracts thousands of people features artists, live music, food trucks, family activities, and more!
Minnehaha Falls Art Fair
Friday, July 18 • 3–8 PM
Saturday, July 29 • 12–8 PM
Sunday, July 20 • 12–5 PM
Bde Maka Ska Twilight Relay
From Twilight Relays:
“Four friends, 13.1(ish) total miles, and one Twin Cities summer running party!”
Registration for Minneapolis’ newest running event is now open! Prices will only go up, so get a team of you and your three best running buddies together and make the inaugural Twin Cities Twilight Relays a part of your summer running schedule. The event features:
a unique relay concept (teams of four)
an evening start time (6pm)
a flat, fast, and scenic approximately 3.3 mile course around Bde Maka Ska
an event-branded hat for all participants (four per team)
and an exchange zone festival featuring food, music, an Athletic Brewing Non-Alcoholic Beer Garden, and lots of good vibes!
Bde Maka Ska Twilight Relay
Friday, July 18 • 6 PM
Bde Maka Ska foothpath
Interested in sponsoring?
Check out the event partner presentation, then contact event lead Eli Asch.
Loring Park Art Festival
Since 2000, Loring Park Art Festival has combined creative expression and community connectedness to surprise and delight all who attend. With beautiful ponds and formal gardens, Loring Park makes an idyllic spot to celebrate art, music, food and entertainment for two days each summer in downtown Minneapolis.
The event features 140 visual artists selling original work, with something for everyone. Visitors will encounter strolling musicians, scheduled stage performances, engaging children's activities and adventurous culinary options.
Loring Park Art Festival
Saturday, July 26 •10 AM – 6 PM
Sunday, July 27 • 10 AM – 5 PM
32nd MN Fringe Fest
Minnesota Fringe produces opportunities for artists of a wide variety of backgrounds, abilities and experience levels, creates novel ways of engaging with the performing arts, and has a continuing commitment to accessibility for artists and audiences.
East Isles Safety Walking Club
Calling all walkers! This is a great way to promote neighborhood safety by using our collective eyes and ears on the street.
SoMi Art Fair
From Uptown Association:
A cherished tradition for over 60 years, the Uptown Art Fair is reimagining its format and location and announcing the SoMi (South Minneapolis) Art Fair in partnership with Bachman’s at their flagship location on Lyndale Avenue. The event will take place in the Bachman’s parking lot off Lyndale Avenue and features over 300 juried artists, art demonstrations, live music, and food.
SoMi Art Fair
Saturday, Aug. 2 – Sunday, Aug. 3
Bachman’s: 6010 Lyndale Ave S
Powderhorn Art Fair
The 32nd Annual Powderhorn Art Fair is slated to bring together over 150 artists, immersive art installations, food trucks, and more to Powderhorn Park.
National Night Out
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. To host an event in your Minneapolis neighborhood, register with the City of Minneapolis at the link below by July 29.
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join the Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
Fix-It Clinic
From Hennepin County:
Get help with your broken stuff and learn valuable repair skills at free Fix-It Clinics! Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash.
Hennepin County Fix-it Clinic
Saturday, Aug. 9 • 12–4 PM
Eden Prairie Community Center
East Isles Board Meeting
All East Isles residents 16 and older, business owners/lessees, and neighborhood nonprofit, education, or government representatives are invited to our monthly Board meetings.
Community Sing-A-Long
From MPRB & Friends of Loring Park:
Join your friends and neighbors for this wonderful event. Even if you don't sing, you're guaranteed to have a delightful evening. Songs are chosen ahead of time, with music and refreshments provided. Featuring Dan Chouinard on the piano. Celebrate the season by joining friends and neighbors for a night of fun singing or listening to the music! Lyrics are projected onto a screen.
Community Sing-A-Long
Tuesday, Aug. 12 • 7 – 8:30 PM
Pop Up Dance Party
From Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:
You read the title correct. Bryant Square is so excited to host a "POP UP DANCE PARTY" event series in 2025! We provide the DJ and the space; all you need to bring is your energy and your best (or worst) dance moves. All ages are welcome!
Pop Up Dance Party
2nd Wed. monthly • 6:30–8 PM
Bryant Square Park Rec Center (3101 Bryant Ave S)
Uptown Porchfest
Porchfest features multiple, spread-out, overlapping concerts during a single afternoon that attendees can enjoy while wandering the neighborhood.
Minnesota State Fair
Often referred to as the “Great Minnesota Get-Together,” the annual Minnesota State Fair is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. The State Fair’s mission is to educate and involve our guests by providing a world-class showcase that is innovative, entertaining and fun.
East Isles Safety Walking Club
Calling all walkers! This is a great way to promote neighborhood safety by using our collective eyes and ears on the street.
East Isles Board Meeting
All East Isles residents 16 and older, business owners/lessees, and neighborhood nonprofit, education, or government representatives are invited to our monthly Board meetings.
Pop Up Dance Party
From Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:
You read the title correct. Bryant Square is so excited to host a "POP UP DANCE PARTY" event series in 2025! We provide the DJ and the space; all you need to bring is your energy and your best (or worst) dance moves. All ages are welcome!
Pop Up Dance Party
2nd Wed. monthly • 6:30–8 PM
Bryant Square Park Rec Center (3101 Bryant Ave S)
Neighborhood Super Sale
112 sales across five neighborhoods—find new treasures at the 2024 Neighborhood Super Sale!
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join the Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
East Isles Safety Walking Club
Calling all walkers! This is a great way to promote neighborhood safety by using our collective eyes and ears on the street.
Pop Up Dance Party
From Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:
You read the title correct. Bryant Square is so excited to host a "POP UP DANCE PARTY" event series in 2025! We provide the DJ and the space; all you need to bring is your energy and your best (or worst) dance moves. All ages are welcome!
Pop Up Dance Party
2nd Wed. monthly • 6:30–8 PM
Bryant Square Park Rec Center (3101 Bryant Ave S)
East Isles Board Meeting
All East Isles residents 16 and older, business owners/lessees, and neighborhood nonprofit, education, or government representatives are invited to our monthly Board meetings.
East Isles Safety Walking Club
Calling all walkers! This is a great way to promote neighborhood safety by using our collective eyes and ears on the street.
East Isles Board Meeting
All East Isles residents 16 and older, business owners/lessees, and neighborhood nonprofit, education, or government representatives are invited to our monthly Board meetings.
Pop Up Dance Party
From Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:
You read the title correct. Bryant Square is so excited to host a "POP UP DANCE PARTY" event series in 2025! We provide the DJ and the space; all you need to bring is your energy and your best (or worst) dance moves. All ages are welcome!
Pop Up Dance Party
2nd Wed. monthly • 6:30–8 PM
Bryant Square Park Rec Center (3101 Bryant Ave S)
East Isles Safety Walking Club
Calling all walkers! This is a great way to promote neighborhood safety by using our collective eyes and ears on the street.
East Isles Board Meeting
All East Isles residents 16 and older, business owners/lessees, and neighborhood nonprofit, education, or government representatives are invited to our monthly Board meetings.
Pop Up Dance Party
From Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:
You read the title correct. Bryant Square is so excited to host a "POP UP DANCE PARTY" event series in 2025! We provide the DJ and the space; all you need to bring is your energy and your best (or worst) dance moves. All ages are welcome!
Pop Up Dance Party
2nd Wed. monthly • 6:30–8 PM
Bryant Square Park Rec Center (3101 Bryant Ave S)
Doors Open Minneapolis
Doors Open Minneapolis, produced by Rethos, is your chance to explore the buildings that tell our city’s story. From theaters to business hubs, sacred spaces to private clubs, sports complexes to engineering wonders, historical gems to not-even-open-yet buildings, Doors Open Minneapolis will give you a FREE behind-the-scenes look at dozens of exciting venues. Building owners and caretakers will provide unique perspectives that illustrate why these venues, people and businesses, are central to our city’s identity.
Bde Maka Ska Cleanup
From East Bde Maka Ska Neighborhood Assn:
Help clean up trash in and around the Lake, rain or shine! We’ll have treats and clean up gear like gloves, buckets, bags, rakes and trash pickers to borrow. You may want to wear tall boots to reach trash at the edge of the Lake. The first 4 participants are welcome to borrow free Wheels Fun Rentals (just bring an ID to leave with staff). Boats help us reach trash from the water. Thank you Wheels Fun Rentals!
Bde Maka Ska Cleanup
Saturday, May 17 • 9:30 – 11:30 AM
Check-in: W 31st St & E Bde Maka Ska Pkwy
Art-a-Whirl 2025
From NEMAA:
Art-A-Whirl is the largest open studio tour in the country, which happens annually in Northeast Minneapolis. Over 1,300 NEMAA member artists, galleries, and businesses participate across all of Northeast Minneapolis at over 100 locations. Art-A-Whirl is a fantastic way to connect with artists in their own spaces, support local artists, enjoy demonstrations and interactive activities, listen to live music, and enjoy local restaurants and breweries.
Art-a-Whirl 2025
Friday–Sunday, May 17–19 • Fri: 5–10 PM, Sat: 12–8 PM, Sun: 12–5 PM
Locations across Northeast Minneapolis • free to attend
Pop Up Dance Party
From Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:
You read the title correct. Bryant Square is so excited to host a "POP UP DANCE PARTY" event series in 2025! We provide the DJ and the space; all you need to bring is your energy and your best (or worst) dance moves. All ages are welcome!
Pop Up Dance Party
2nd Wed. monthly • 6:30–8 PM
Bryant Square Park Rec Center (3101 Bryant Ave S)
East Isles Board Meeting
All East Isles residents 16 and older, business owners/lessees, and neighborhood nonprofit, education, or government representatives are invited to our monthly Board meetings.
Community Sing-A-Long
From MPRB & Friends of Loring Park:
Join your friends and neighbors for this wonderful event. Even if you don't sing, you're guaranteed to have a delightful evening. Songs are chosen ahead of time, with music and refreshments provided. Featuring Dan Chouinard on the piano. Celebrate the season by joining friends and neighbors for a night of fun singing or listening to the music! Lyrics are projected onto a screen.
Community Sing-A-Long
Tuesday, May 13 •7 – 8:30 PM
Fix-It Clinic
From Hennepin County:
Get help with your broken stuff and learn valuable repair skills at free Fix-It Clinics! Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash.
Hennepin County Fix-it Clinic
Saturday, May 10 • 12–4 PM
Westminster Church
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair
From Homespun Events:
The event is owned and operated by the team behind the Minnehaha Falls Art Fair, which was voted by artists in the Sunshine Artist Magazine as the 49th Best Art Fair in the United States and 2nd Best Art Fair in Minnesota! The event will feature approximately 150 artist booths, along with a botanical market, music, crafts, food, and more.
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair
Saturday, May 10, 10 AM – 5 PM • Sunday, May 11, 10 AM – 5 PM
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join the Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
Teen Takeover 2025
From Walker Art Center:
Teens take over the Walker for a night of live performances, dancing, art, and excellent snacks curated by the Walker Art Center Teen Arts Council. Help us bring the party!
For high school students only. Student ID, government or tribal-issued ID, school email, class schedule, or peer vouching required for entry.
Visit walkerart.org/teens, follow @walkerteens on Instagram, or email for more info.
Teen Takeover 2025
Friday, May 9 • 6:30–9:30 PM
Walker Art Center
Teacher Appreciation Night 2025
From Walker Art Center:
Are you a teacher in the Twin Cities area? You are invited to the Walker’s 2nd-annual Teacher Appreciation Night celebrating local educators as they finish up the school year. Teachers will have the opportunity to explore the galleries, pick up resources to help connect themes in current exhibitions to the classroom, and enjoy a free drink on us.
Doors open at 5 pm, and the program begins at 6 pm.
Teacher Appreciation Night is free and open to K–12 teachers across disciplines. Educators may bring one additional guest.
Teacher Appreciation Night 2025
Wednesday, May 7 • 5–8 PM
Walker Art Center
Free 1st Sat: What We Collect
From Walker Art Center:
Trading cards, books, stickers, and photos—explore how the things we collect reflect who we are. Join us to make art that expresses what makes you unique and share the stories behind the items you cherish.
Free First Saturday features free gallery admission on the first Saturday of every month. Tickets are available in advance online and on-site on the event day from the Main Lobby desk. Free admission 10 am–5 pm; activities 10 am–3 pm.
Free First Saturday: What We Collect
Saturday, May 3 • 10 AM–3 PM
Walker Art Center
East Isles Safety Walking Club
Calling all walkers! This is a great way to promote neighborhood safety by using our collective eyes and ears on the street.
Linden Hills Garage Sale
From Linden Hills Neighborhood Council:
Deal hunters love to converge upon Linden Hills for the neighborhood’s annual, organized garage sale. Typically, more than 70 households participate, making it a day for great finds and community building.
2024 Linden Hills Garage Sale
Saturday, May 3 • 9 AM – 3 PM
Linden Hills Neighborhood
Nicollet Island Spring Market
Via Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board:
Join us for the Nicollet Island Spring Market, a celebration of artisanal wonders and handmade crafts! Immerse yourself in a world of creativity on Sunday, April 27, from 10 am to 4 pm, at the charming Nicollet Island Pavilion located at 40 Power Street, Minneapolis.
Discover snugly knitwear, enchanting decor, and one-of-a-kind treasures that are perfect for gifting your loved ones (and treating yourself!) this spring season.
Don't miss the opportunity to join us for a delightful day of shopping, community, and the joy of giving.
Nicollet Island Spring Market
Saturday, Apr. 27 • 10 AM – 4 PM
Nicollet Island Pavilion
MN Craft Beer Festival
From Meet Minneapolis:
Held in the heart of Minneapolis, this is your chance to sip on hard-to-find favorites and explore unique flavors alongside fellow beer lovers. Don’t miss out on this incredible lineup of breweries at the Minneapolis Convention Center—grab your tickets and join us for an unforgettable day!
2025 MN Craft Beer Festival
Saturday, Apr. 26 • 1–5 PM
Minneapolis Convention Center
Art in Bloom
From Minneapolis Institute of Art:
Join the Friends of the Institute and celebrate spring at Mia during Art in Bloom! Presented by the Friends, this year’s four-day festival takes place April 24–27, 2025.
Free and open to everyone, Art in Bloom showcases imaginative floral interpretations of selected works of art from Mia’s permanent collection, created by more than 100 individual and commercial florists. Experience the floral beauty and fragrance throughout the museum, take a free guided tour, and enjoy family-friendly activities.
Art in Bloom
Thursday, Apr. 24 – Sunday, Apr. 27 • 10 AM – 5 PM
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Uptown Farmers Market Cleanup
Join the Farmers Market Committee for a Cleanup at the new market location!
Easter at the Castle
From ASI:
Experience the only Easter egg hunt in the Twin Cities set in a stunning castle! This intergenerational celebration welcomes children ages ten and under and their favorite grown-ups for a day of fun. Enjoy enchanting stories from the påskkärring (Easter Witch), play games, and create your own Easter table decorations and cards featuring Swedish phrases. The morning egg hunt takes place inside the beautiful Turnblad Mansion, while the afternoon hunt will unfold on ASI’s fenced-in lawn.
Don’t miss out—register by Friday, March 21! Please note only children can participate in the egg hunt, and every attendee must register. Children under 2 can join for free. Celebrate Easter with us and make unforgettable memories!
Easter at the Castle
Saturday, Apr. 19 • 12–1:30 PM
American Swedish Institute
Registration Required
Earth Day Cleanup
Join the Green Team and neighbors for East Isles’ annual Earth Day Cleanup!
Community Sing-A-Long
From MPRB & Friends of Loring Park:
Join your friends and neighbors for this wonderful event. Even if you don't sing, you're guaranteed to have a delightful evening. Songs are chosen ahead of time, with music and refreshments provided. Featuring Dan Chouinard on the piano. Celebrate the season by joining friends and neighbors for a night of fun singing or listening to the music! Lyrics are projected onto a screen.
Community Sing-A-Long
Thursday, Apr. 17 •7 – 8:30 PM
Meet at Mia: Giant Presence
From Minneapolis Institute of Art:
Close out PF’s Meet at Mia series with a robust lineup of performers who’ll take over the museum for a night with big sound and energy. Giant gratitude!
Mia has partnered with Public Functionary (PF) to curate a five-week series of Meet at Mia programs surrounding our special exhibition “Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys.” Following an opening program on March 20, each week correlates with a theme of the exhibition: Becoming Giants, On the Shoulders of Giants, Giant Conversations, and Giant Presence. Programs include music, film screenings, live performances, tours led by the PF Curatorial Cohort, and more.
Meet at Mia: Giants
Thursday, Apr. 17 • 5 – 9 PM
Minneapolis Institute of Art