As the weekend approaches, Minneapolis offers a variety of events catering to diverse interests. Here’s a curated list of activities to consider:
Art-A-Whirl
Dates: Friday, May 15 – Sunday, May 17
Location: Northeast Minneapolis
Art-A-Whirl, the nation’s largest open artist studio tour, returns this weekend. Attendees can explore over 1,300 artists across more than 100 locations, including galleries, breweries, and businesses. Highlights include:
- Alight-A-Whirl: A fundraiser featuring hundreds of art pieces, with all sales benefiting displaced families.
- Whirlygig at Indeed Brewing: A three-day festival with 18 musical acts, a vendor market, glassblowing demonstrations, and more.
- Crush-A-Whirl at Turbo Tim’s: Live car-crushing events, an artist market, live music, and activities for children.
Most events are free to the public. For more details, visit the official Art-A-Whirl website.
Theater Performances
Several notable theater productions are scheduled this weekend:
- The Wizard of Oz at the Children’s Theatre Company: Experience the classic tale brought to life on stage. Showtimes include Saturday at 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Tickets range from $25 to $129. More information can be found on the Children’s Theatre Company website.
- Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Orpheum Theatre: Dive into the magical world of Harry Potter with this acclaimed production. Performances are on Saturday at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Tickets are available through the Orpheum Theatre box office.
- Little Women at the Guthrie Theater: Enjoy the timeless story of the March sisters. Showtimes are Saturday at 1:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Visit the Guthrie Theater’s website for ticket information.
Concerts and Live Music
Music enthusiasts have several options this weekend:
- Charlie Puth: Whatever’s Clever! World Tour at the Armory: The pop sensation performs on Saturday at 7:30 PM. Tickets can be purchased through the Armory’s official site.
- Courtney Barnett at the Palace Theatre: The indie rock artist takes the stage on Saturday at 7:00 PM. More details are available on the Palace Theatre’s website.
- Searows at Fine Line Music Cafe: Enjoy an intimate performance on Saturday at 8:00 PM. Tickets and information can be found on the Fine Line Music Cafe’s site.
With a forecast of clear skies and pleasant temperatures, it’s an excellent opportunity to explore the vibrant cultural scene Minneapolis has to offer this weekend.