Festivals, Fairs, & Carnivals in Minneapolis

Don Stodola Well Drilling ad

Midas Muffler & Auto Repair ad

Prairie Restorations ad

Museum Services ad

Sport Court ad

Paragon Pools ad

Twin Cities Jacuzzi ad

Filament Lighting ad

Minnesota State Fair Parade

Looking for fun things to do this weekend with your family? There's a wonderful tradition in Minnesota of county fairs, festivals, carnivals, summer concerts, art and antique shows and other special celebrations that make the Minneapolis area a wonderful place all year long - winter, spring, summer or fall. The Minnesota State Fair, held each year near Labor Day, is the second largest state fair in the United States. And late summer also brings the Rennaisance Festival in Shakopee that is one of the best in the country. How could you not like the comic antics of Puke and Snot? And be sure to check out our listings of Live Music Venues in Minneapolis for nighttime fun.

Fun in Minneapolis invites you to explore this schedule of fabulous community events, carnivals, fairs and festivals your family can enjoy together in the greater Twin Cities area of Minneapolis and St. Paul MN, including outdoor concerts, music festivals, movies in the parks, pet shows, car shows, art shows, and antique shows - many with special attractions just for the kids. If you live in the Twin Cities area, there's bound to be a great festival near you this weekend!


NOTICE!
Due to Coronavirus concerns, many events are being cancelled. Please be sure to check the event sponsors' websites using the links provided here for the latest information.


March 2020

Minnesota Monthly Food & Wine Experience
March 6
Take in the stunning view of the baseball diamond and the Minneapolis skyline while enjoying good eats, delicious drinks and great company.
Twin Cities Auto Show
March 7-15
The Twin Cities Auto Show is a chance to compare more than 525 vehicles from 37 foreign and domestic brands under one roof.
Luck o' The Lake 5K Run
March 14
9AM kids one mile run. 9:30AM 5K race begins at Excelsior Brewing Co., 421 3rd Street in Excelsior. Ends at Jake O'Connors.
Shorewood Annual Spring Garden Fair
March 14
8:30AM - 3PM at the Southshore Center in Shorewood. Call: 952-474-7635.
Fastenal's Parallel 45 and MN World Cup
March 14
Cross country ski world cup spirit finals. Music, craft beer citzens races. The Trailhead at Theoore Wirth Golf Course.
Eden Prairie Annual Ice Show
March 20-22
Join friends for a chance to see local skaters and their presentations of "Let's heat up the ice." Eden Prairie Community Center. Call: 952-949-8449.
CBS Conservatory & Botanical Collection Grand Opening
March 21
Explore the brand new College of Biological Sciences Conservatory & Botanical Collection on the University of Minnesota's campus in St. Paul. 612-625-202
Como Zoo Spring Flower Show
March 28 - April 21
The Como Zoo Spring Flower Show will include orange and yellow tullips, yellow hyacinth and yellow crocus. Call: 651-487-8200.

April 2020

Easter Experience Plymouth
April 4
Crafts, food , inflatables and egg hunt. Free!
Annual Mpls St. Paul International Film Festival
April 9-25
The festival presents more than 350 bold, exciting and moving works from new and veteran film makers from around the globe. Presented by the Minneapolis Film Society.
Candleberry on the Lakes
April 10-26
Color-themed gift and home decor areas and expanded vintage section. Presented by Minnesota Boutiques in Edina.
Chanhassen Easter Egg Hunt
April 11
400 kids attend the program. Prize give-aways, a coloring contest, candy hunt and the apearence from the Easter Bunny. Held at City Center Park, 7700 Market Blvd in Chanhassen. Call:952-227-1400.
Easter Egg Hunt Excelsior
April 11
Sparky the Fire Dog, puppet shows, food and hot coffee and Easter egg hunt.
Lions Club Bunny Egg Hunt
April 11
Participants will hunt for candy and special eggs in 2 different age catergories. Prizes awarded for coloring contest, ages 8 and under. Held at Wolfe Park, 3700 Monterey Drive in St Louis Park.
Junk Bonanza
April 16-18
Antiques and Collectibles show. Vintage finds, antiques, home and garden.
Style Edina 2020
April 18
5th Annual. Celebrate a community of style mimisas, pop-up shops, brunch and fashion show featuring 50th & France, Galleria and Southdale.
Our Life Expo
April 24
Several free activities, drawings and screenings.
Minnesota Horse Expo
April 24-26
Booths, horse breeds, clinicians, prca rodeos, tack sale, free pony rides and more.
Minnesota Craft Beer Festival
April 25
World class brewers with unlimited pours and live music.
Pacer Annual Benefit
April 25
Smokey Robinson headline event. Live auction and more!
City Pages Best of the Twin Cities
April 30
7-10PM at Orchestra Hall. Live music and signature samples from City Pages' "Best Of" restaurants including, Red Wagaon Pizza, Barbette, Red Stage Supper Club, Maya Cusine and Sea Salt.


Fun in Minneapolis is your local guide to shopping, dining and family entertainment in the greater Twin Cities area of Minneapolis and St. Paul Minnesota. We invite you to visit our site often for local government information and community event schedules.


This page was last updated on March 12, 2020