WEDNESDAY, MAY 7
Mexican folk singer Kevin Kaarl comes to the Fillmore Minneapolis. Show at 8 p.m. All ages, $63+
Move Minneapolis celebrates National Bike Month with a group ride and celebration from the riverfront Federal Reserve building to St. Paul’s Dual Citizen starting at 4:30 p.m. Signed waivers are required to participate. All ages, free
Raanan Hershberg does stand-up at Acme Comedy Co. over four nights. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20-$35
The Minnesota Twins play the Baltimore Orioles at Target Field. Game at 6:40 p.m. All ages, $15+
Your Bearded Artist leads a paint and sip at Brühaven Craft Co. from 6-8 p.m. Ages 13+, $38
Magnolia Park performs at the Fine Line with Hot Milk, Savage Hands and South Arcade. Show at 6:30 p.m. All ages, $26.50
Washington, D.C.’s Teen Mortgage comes to 7th St Entry with UPCHUCK. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $18
Peter White performs at the Dakota. Shows at 7 and 9 p.m. $48+
Sturgill Simpson comes to the Armory for two nights. Show at 8 p.m. $92
WEEKLY:
The Minneapolis Farmers Market is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October. All ages, free
The Cherry Pit presents Bible Study, an open jam for local musicians, at Berlin from 7-10 p.m. $15 suggested for non-musicians
Kobi. Co offers discounted bespoke candle making workshops between 12 and 6 p.m. $35
Minneapolis Cider Co. holds an open mic night for musicians, First Take, every Wednesday from 7-10 p.m.
Local rock band Twine plays Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $8
Roxy’s Cabaret hosts game night with classic board games and Mario Kart on the wall of LED screens from 7-11 p.m. Free
It’s also game night at North Loop Galley from 5:30-8:30 p.m. All ages, free
Trivia Mafia returns to Brit’s Pub for Wednesday night trivia at 7 p.m. Free
Chris Maddock hosts Ding Batz open mic at The Comedy Corner Underground from 8-9:30 p.m. Free
A neighborhood safety walk travels through the Mill District from 4:30-6 p.m. Meet on the staircase behind the Guthrie Theater and wear an orange hat or shirt. All ages, free
RECURRING:
“The Mousetrap,” Agatha Christie’s murder mystery, runs at the Guthrie Theater through mid-May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $33+
THURSDAY, MAY 8
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors face off as the Western Conference semifinals continue at Target Center. Tipoff at 7:30 p.m. All ages, $117+
The Loft Literary Center invites 10 students to share original work across genres and formats during a spring student reading at Open Book from 6-8 p.m. All ages, free
Ghost-Note performs at the Dakota. Shows at 6:30 and 9 p.m. $48+
The Minnesota Twins play the Baltimore Orioles at Target Field. Game at 12:10 p.m. All ages, $15+
Argentinian pianist Ingrid Fliter joins the Minnesota Orchestra for a program featuring a Mozart concerto at Orchestra Hall. Show at 11 a.m. $15-$82
Late Night Radio performs at the Fine Line with DMVU and Rsrch Chmcls. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20
Sip ‘n Bloom leads a flower arranging workshop at StormKing Brewpub from 6-7 p.m. $70-$85
The Willie August Project performs two sets of award-winning original tunes and jazz classics at Berlin from 4:30-6:30 p.m. No cover
Dosh plays a solo set at Berlin, then welcomes bassist Anthony Cox and saxophonist Chris Thomson to the stage for set two. Show at 7:30 p.m. $10
Local bands Sonic Sea Turtles, Odd Prospect, Lana Leone, and berzica share a bill at 7th St Entry. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $12
Raanan Hershberg does stand-up at Acme Comedy Co. over four nights. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, sold out
WEEKLY:
The Minneapolis Farmers Market is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October. All ages, free
Kobi. Co offers bespoke candle making workshops Thursdays through Sundays between 12 and 6 p.m. $50
The Initials Game Live, a competitive trivia game based on the KFAN “Power Trip Morning Show” game, takes over Brühaven from 6:30-8:30 p.m. All ages, free
Minneapolis funk band Jaybee & the Routine performs at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10
Nina DiAngelo and Monica West host Drag Queen Charity Bingo at Roxy’s Cabaret from 7-9 p.m. $10 suggested donation
Ben Katzner and Ellie Hino host Darlings Comedy Show at Zhora Darling starting at 9 p.m. Free
Thermaculture Thursdays offer a combination of steam aromatherapy, light breathwork and meditation from 7-9 p.m. in the Hewing Hotel's rooftop sauna. $65
Jaybee & the Routine perform at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10
RECURRING:
“The Mousetrap,” Agatha Christie’s murder mystery, runs at the Guthrie Theater through mid-May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $37+
“The Nacirema Society,” a clever Southern comedy, continues on the Guthrie Theater’s Wurtele Thrust stage through late May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $37+
FRIDAY, MAY 9
Allison Russell circles back to First Avenue with Kara Jackson for a rescheduled show starting at 7:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $25
A talented group of MacPhail Center for Music faculty members take the stage for Influential Mentors – A Faculty Performance in Antonello Hall. Show at 7:30 p.m. Choose what you pay
As You Go Minneapolis organizes Bike to Work Day 2025 from four meet-up points around the city to Government Center Plaza downtown. Ride from 7-9 a.m. Free coffee and doughnuts
The Minnesota Twins welcome the San Francisco Giants to Target Field. Game at 7:10 p.m. All ages, $19+
The Belfast Cowboys play the music of Van Morrison at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $31+
Alison Moyet sings at the Fine Line. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $47.50
fish narc and GAG share a bill at 7th St Entry with Giallo. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $17
Lonesome Losers play yacht rock at Bunkers starting at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10
Brett Newski & the Bad Inventions headline the Zhora Darling venue. Doors at 7 p.m. Ages 21+, $15/$20
Dan Carpel, Kent Goodroad, and Miguel Hurtado perform two sets of jazz standards over the dinner hour at Berlin from 4:30-6:30 p.m. No cover
Chicago-based Ana Everling Quartet performs all original compositions, combining modern arrangements and improvised sounds, at Berlin. Show at 7:30 p.m. $20
Minneapolis DJ Danny Sigelman curates a late-night vibe at Berlin starting at 10:30 p.m. No cover
Argentinian pianist Ingrid Fliter joins the Minnesota Orchestra for a program featuring a Mozart concerto at Orchestra Hall. Show at 8 p.m. $36-$111
Raanan Hershberg does stand-up at Acme Comedy Co. over four nights. Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $25-$40
WEEKLY:
The Minneapolis Farmers Market is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October. All ages, free
Kobi. Co offers bespoke candle making workshops Thursdays through Sundays between 12 and 6 p.m. $50
Minneapolis Central Library Chess Club meets from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All ages, free
Patnacia of Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at Brit’s Pub from 5-6:30 p.m. Free
A rotating selection of local DJs spin at Modist from 2-6 p.m. Free
The Comedy Corner Underground holds Friday Night Open Mic from 10-11:30 p.m. Ages 21+, free
Drag performers impersonate iconic divas during the Funky Fridays Drag Show at Roxy’s Cabaret starting at 7 p.m. All ages, $20
RECURRING:
“The World is Burning So I Made Smores” runs at Dudley Riggs Theatre through mid-May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $50
“The Mousetrap,” Agatha Christie’s murder mystery, runs at the Guthrie Theater. Show at 7:30 p.m. $41+
“The Nacirema Society,” a clever Southern comedy, continues on the Guthrie Theater’s Wurtele Thrust stage through late May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $41+
SATURDAY, MAY 10
The Minnesota Lynx welcome the Chicago Sky to Target Center for a pre-season game starting at 7 p.m. All ages, $22+
Twin Cities Pride hosts a Rainbow Wardrobe open house with free gender-affirming clothing, hair cuts, and stylist consultations from 12-4 p.m. All ages, free
Stand-up comedian Nate Jackson tells jokes at the State Theatre. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 16+, $49+
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board holds a grand opening of Graco Park’s River Hub from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All ages, free
A North Loop Art Gallery Walk stops at several art galleries within less than a mile from one another from 5-8 p.m. All ages, free
Lambrini Girls perform at First Avenue with Party Dozen. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $20
The Minnesota Twins play the San Francisco Giants at Target Field. Game at 6:15 p.m. All ages, $24+
Brookie’s Fish Market hands out oysters at Fulton Beer at 4 p.m. ahead of the baseball game. All ages, free
Gang of Four stops at the Fine Line on The Long Goodbye Tour. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $30
Two Harbors holds a record release at 7th St Entry with Another Heaven and The Mood Swings. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $15
Namaste and Play Dog Yoga brings a class with dogs from Spots Last Stop Canine Rescue to Unleashed Hounds & Hops at 8:30 a.m. $40
Jamecia Bennett performs a Mother’s Day tribute to women in music at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $42+
Order & Chaos Club brings a night of dance, electro, house, techno, and disco to the Zhora Darling venue. Doors at 8 p.m. Ages 21+, $10
Flip Phone Events puts on Barbie Drag Brunch at Union Rooftop. Shows at 10 a.m., 12:30 and 3 p.m. All ages, $20 plus entree purchase
Paul Harper and Phil Aaron play jazz standards, modern jazz works, and the occasional song from the popular music world at Berlin from 4:30-6:30 p.m. No cover
Michael Sarian’s ESQUINA performs beautiful original tunes with space for free improvisation and group interplay at Berlin. Show at 7:30 p.m. $15
Minneapolis DJ McGinnis spins at Berlin starting at 10:30 p.m. No cover
Chase & Ovation play the music of Prince at Bunkers starting at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $20
The Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies celebrates its 53rd season with an exciting spring concert series at Orchestra Hall. Shows at 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. $14-$22
Raanan Hershberg does stand-up at Acme Comedy Co. over four nights. Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $25-$40
WEEKLY:
The Minneapolis Farmers Market is open from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October. All ages, free
The Mill City Farmers Market is back outside every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through September. All ages, free
Kobi. Co offers bespoke candle making workshops Thursdays through Sundays between 12 and 6 p.m. $50
Nina DiAngelo, Monica West and BeBe Zahara Benet (“RuPaul’s Drag Race”) star in the Goddess Experience Drag Show at Roxy’s Cabaret starting at 7 p.m. $20
RECURRING:
“The World is Burning So I Made Smores” runs at Dudley Riggs Theatre through mid-May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $50
“The Mousetrap,” Agatha Christie’s murder mystery, runs at the Guthrie Theater. Shows at 1 and 7:30 p.m. $45+
“The Nacirema Society,” a clever Southern comedy, continues on the Guthrie Theater’s Wurtele Thrust stage through late May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $45+
SUNDAY, MAY 11 (MOTHER’S DAY)
Flip Phone Events puts on Mama Mia Drag Brunch at Crave. Shows at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. All ages, $20 plus entree purchase
Graze Food Hall by Travail hosts a Mother’s Day market with vintage vendors from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All ages, free
Sip ‘n Bloom leads a Mother’s Day flower arranging workshop at the Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. $70-$85
The Hewing Hotel offers a Mother’s Day Getaway, featuring a thermaculture session, full rooftop access, drinks, and bites from 12-3 p.m. Ages 21+, $95
Country duo Julien Baker & TORRES stop at First Avenue with Ali Macofsky. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $39.50
The Minnesota Twins play the San Francisco Giants at Target Field. Game at 1:10 p.m. All ages, $19+
Rapper and singer iann dior headlines the Fine Line with Bankrol Hayden and Jake Giller 7:30 p.m. All ages, $27.50
Ryan Cassata performs live at Roxy’s Cabaret from 5-7 p.m. in support of his new short film, “Peter,” about a trans man who fears he will become a victim of a hate crime. All ages, $15
Nelson Devereaux welcomes J. Hoard and sher Kurtz to Berlin for his weekly residency. Show at 7 p.m. $20
Asleep At the Wheel comes to the Dakota for two nights. Show at 7 p.m. $70-$85
The Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies celebrates its 53rd season with an exciting spring concert series at Orchestra Hall. Show at 2:30 p.m. $14-$22
WEEKLY:
The Minneapolis Farmers Market is open from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October. All ages, free
The Initials Game Live brings a fast-paced word game to Graze Food Hall by Travail from 2-4 p.m.
Kobi. Co offers bespoke candle making workshops Thursdays through Sundays between 12 and 6 p.m. $50
Minneapolis Central Craft Club meets at the Nicollet Mall library from 12-2 p.m. Ages 18+, free
Inbound BrewCo holds bingo in the taproom every week from 3-5 p.m. Ages 18+, $2 per card
Mia of Trivia Mafia hosts trivia night in Fulton Beer’s taproom starting at 5 p.m. Free
The cast of Roxy’s Cabaret dazzles with their lip-syncing and dancing during Bottomless Drag Brunch starting at 12 p.m. $20
Church of Cornbread, featuring legendary local musician Cornbread Harris and his band, takes over Palmer's Bar from 5-7 p.m. Ages 21+, free
Roxy’s Cabaret screens a movie for Cult Cinema Sundays. Doors at 7 p.m., movie at 8 p.m. Free entry and popcorn
Legendary house band Dr. Mambo’s Combo performs at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $12 cover
RECURRING:
“The Nacirema Society,” a clever Southern comedy, continues on the Guthrie Theater’s Wurtele Thrust stage through late May. Shows at 1 and 7 p.m. $37+
“The Mousetrap,” Agatha Christie’s murder mystery, runs at the Guthrie Theater. Shows at 1 and 7 p.m. $37+
MONDAY, MAY 12
The Wild Faery Company presents “Attack on Titan” concert experience at Orchestra Hall. Show at 7:30 p.m. $85-$105
Learn how to weave, knot, and tangle using old T-shirts as yarn during a Park Palette Art Class at Water Works Park from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Ages 14+, $15 for residents
The Bar Exams return to Graze Food Hall by Travail from 7-9 p.m. Ages 21+, free
Asleep At the Wheel comes to the Dakota for two nights. Show at 7 p.m. $70-$85
WEEKLY:
Cream of the Crop, a new weekly drag competition and karaoke party, takes over Roxy’s Cabaret starting at 7 p.m. All ages, free eight-week
TUESDAY, MAY 13
Hit musical “& Juliet” runs at the Orpheum Theatre through Sunday. Show at 7:30 p.m. All ages, sold out
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and Washington Post journalist Robert Samuels talks about the most difficult issues we have faced since the murder of George Floyd during the Westminster Town Hall Forum. Doors at 5 p.m., forum at 6 p.m. All ages, free
Popstar Katy Perry is back from space to bring her Lifetimes Tour to Target Center with Rebecca Black of “Friday” fame. Show at 7 p.m. All ages, $75+
Heavy metal band Ice Nine Kills performs at the Fillmore Minneapolis. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 15+, $71+
The Loft Literary Center holds a fundraiser and book launch for board member Jon Austin's debut sci-fi novel, “The Mechanic,” at Open Book from 5:30-7:30 p.m. All ages, $45
Locally-based New Orleans-style jazz band Southside Aces return to the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $20+
Dan Chouinard leads a community sing-along from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Loring Community Arts Center. All ages, free
The Date Night Podcast returns to Graze Food Hall by Travail from 7-9 p.m.
Inbound BrewCo hosts a silent book club from 6-10 p.m. All ages, free
British alt-rock band bôa stops at First Avenue with Dream, Ivory. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $25
Genevieve Heyward and BLOODLINE share a bill at 7th St Entry with Ava Levy and Bryn Battani. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $12
WEEKLY:
Family storytime brings books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement to the Minneapolis Central Library from 10:30-11 a.m. for children and their caregivers. All ages, free
Minneapolis Central Library Chess Club meets from 1-3 p.m. All ages, free
The Bar Exams bring trivia to Brühaven Craft Co. from 6:30-8:30 p.m. All ages, free
Learn performance skills, create skits and songs, use creative play, and tell your story during Creative Expression Sessions with zAmya Theater Project at the Minneapolis Central Library from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Nina DiAngelo and Monica West host Drag Queen Charity Bingo at Roxy’s Cabaret from 7-9 p.m. $10 suggested donation
RECURRING:
“The Mousetrap,” Agatha Christie’s murder mystery, runs at the Guthrie Theater through mid-May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $33+
“The Nacirema Society,” a clever Southern comedy, continues on the Guthrie Theater’s Wurtele Thrust stage through late May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $33+
