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Events Calendar
Between Bloomington and the Twin Cities, your favorite musician will likely make a stop on their national tour. Festivals celebrate the changing seasons, and there’s always a fun foodie event or big game to look forward to. For an outing today, this weekend, and beyond, check our upcoming events.
Saint Paul
Now at the Science Museum of Minnesota’s Omnitheater is Ancient Caves, an exploration of caves all over the world. You’ll travel everywhere from Minnesota to Death Valley to The Bahamas...
Saint Paul
The Twin City Model Railroad Museum’s annual winter exhibit, Night Trains, is a collection of model trains of all shapes and sizes. The vintage passenger trains are set in the...
Surrounding Area
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is based on the timeless film that starred Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney. This sparkling musical will dazzle you with its dance numbers and classic songs like...
Saint Paul
This limited-time exhibit at Science Museum of Minnesota explores the complex landscape of the mind through diverse perspectives and first-hand accounts. Mental Health: Mind Matters empathetic, interactive exhibitions will help...
Saint Paul
Now showing at the Science Museum of Minnesota’s Omnitheater, Secrets of the Sea takes place beneath the ocean’s surface and explores the home of creatures like pygmy seahorses, opalescent squid,...
Minneapolis
Sketch comedy group Brave New Workshop presents its annual holiday show, Big Christmas Energy. Featuring new sketches and perennial favorites, including Brave New Workshop’s version of The Twelve Days of...
Minneapolis
Tomte: The Gnome, the Myth, the Legend
American Swedish Institute’s 74th annual holiday experience will be themed around the legend of Tomte, the mythical guardian of Scandinavian homesteads. Meet Tomte and experience other traditional Scandinavian holiday celebrations...
Bloomington
The annual Winter Fete celebration in Bloomington includes all kinds of outdoor winter activities, including ice fishing, a winter lights tour, sledding, and more! All events are free and designed...
Minneapolis
The Heart Sellers follows Luna and Jane as they attempt to cook a Thanksgiving meal together during their first holiday season in the United States. This poignant comedy, set eight years...
Mall of America
Rock out at Crayola Experience Mall of America during the months of January and February with the Rockstar Craft Theme! Visitors can make their own electric guitar, create an album...
Saint Paul
Visitors can explore frozen tunnels, towering ice walls, and interactive ice slides, creating a magical winter experience for all ages.
Minneapolis
In Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Scary Monster, Leonardo dreams of being a scary monster, but he can’t even frighten a mouse. Follow his journey as he sets out to...
Surrounding Area
The third annual Minnesota Ice Festival at Viking Lakes in nearby Eagan is a frosty wonderland! Experience an ice slide, skating rink, and delicious food and drinks at a warming...
Bloomington
Artistry presents Public Offerings in the Inez Greenberg Gallery, featuring works by Jon Kamrath, Mary Beth Magyar, and Paul Stapp that explore the concept of what makes something public. Through...
Bloomington
Artistry proudly presents Small Sentiments by Tara Robinson in the Atrium Gallery, showcasing paintings that explore memory and identity. Her realistic forms and emotional color palettes invite viewers to reflect...
Surrounding Area
Who will win the World Snow Sculpting Championship? Teams from around the world will converge on Stillwater, MN to compete during an 11-day event. This year, there will be an...
Minneapolis
Winner of the 2023 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical, Parade tells the riveting story of Leo and Lucille Frank’s struggle for justice and humanity in Georgia. Parade is a must-see revival...
Minneapolis
U.S. Pond Hockey Championships
Hockey will be played the way nature intended at the annual U.S. Pond Hockey Championships at Lake Nokomis in nearby Minneapolis. Whether you’re playing in the tournament or just spectating,...
The Great Northern Festival seeks to celebrate Minnesota's cold, creative winters through the arts, food and drink, and more themed events.
Minneapolis
See a wide selection of boats and must-see boating attractions at the annual Minneapolis Boat Show at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Open to all ages, this event is perfect for...
Bloomington
Artistry’s 2025 season will feature four musicals, starting off with Sweet Charity. Charity Hope Valentine is a hopeless romantic dance hall hostess living in New York City in the 1960s,...
Saint Paul
The Saint Paul Winter Carnival has been held since 1886 in and around Rice Park in downtown Saint Paul. Family-friendly winter activities include a Snow Park, parades, Fire & Ice...
Mall of America
Eleanor Kerrigan honed her comedic chops at the world-famous Comedy Store, transitioning from waitress to standout performer with encouragement from Andrew Dice Clay. Known for her bold, street-smart humor inspired...
Minneapolis
U.S. Bank Stadium is opening to runners and inline skaters on Tuesday and Thursday evenings this winter! Winter Warm-Up is open to all ages and will be held on the...
Mall of America
Total Body Strength Circuit with Kirsten Franze
Build strength & endurance in this circuit-style class with 1-min sets for upper, lower, core & cardio. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this class offers options...
Saint Paul
Minneapolis
Kelsea Ballerini will visit Target Center in Minneapolis on January 24, 2025. Special guests Maisie Peters and Marynn Taylor will also perform. Ballerini rose to fame with her debut single,...
Bloomington
Artistry and the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge present Under the Canopy by Emily Gray Koehler, a collection of woodcuts exploring the flora, fauna, and fungi of Midwest forests. Through...
Surrounding Area
Celebrate the magic of winter at the Minnesota Zoo with frosty drinks, s’mores by the fire, and a cozy hot dish special. Meet cold-loving animals on the Northern Trail, enjoy...
Saint Paul
Escape the cold Minnesota winter at the tropical Winter Carnival Orchid Show, held at Como Park Conservatory as a part of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival. At this ticketed event,...