Here's what's happening in the Twin Cities this weekend!
3M Open ( PGA Tour )
Thru Sunday July 28
TPC Twin Cities in Blaine
Minneapolis Aquatennial
Wed July 24 - Sat July 27
Known to many as The Best Days of Summer, the Minneapolis Aquatennial events include a parade, marathons, performances, like music, special festivities and of course, water activities like canoeing and a water ski show.
Wed July 24 Torchlight Parade
Thur July 25. Movie night outdoors at Target Field Station and Loring Park
Fri July 26 Warehouse District Live, food truck and music
Sat July 27 Loring Park Art Festival, Purple Rain 40th Anniversary Live Showcase, AquaJam near Stone Arch Bridge, Target Fireworks 10 pm on West River Parkway on the Mississippi Riverfront
Part of Aquatennial:
Loring Park Art Festival
Sat July 27 10 am to 6 pm and Sun July 28. 10 am to 5 pm
Wildflowers and formal gardens make this an idyllic setting for art, music, food and entertainment. Circling the large pond in Loring Park, the work of 140 juried fine artists and fine craftspeople is showcased in a beautiful urban setting. Rated in ‘100 best fine art shows’ in Sunshine Artist magazine since 2004.
Prince’s Purple Rain 40th Anniversary Live Showcase
Sat July 27 4 pm at Target Center
Celebrate the legendary film, Purple Rain's 40th Anniversary at Target Center on July 27. Hear from co-creators, browse memoribilia and watch the iconic film in one of the biggest rooms in Minneapolis.
Day of Music: Celebrating 50 years of Orchestral Hall
Sat July 27. Music all day long! Celebrate summer with 12+ hours of music in Orchestra Hall! Performances include a family concert, chamber music and evening concert with the Minnesota Orchestra. Tour Orchestra Hall, attend a yoga class, visit vendors and more.
Nicollet Island Aquatennial Market
Sat July 27 10 am to 4 pm at the Nicollet Island Pavilion
The Nicollet Island Aquatennial Market is offering an exciting prelude to the renowned Minneapolis Downtown Council's Aquatennial Fireworks with a day of fun, food, and music for all ages, with the added convenience of free parking. Look forward to an assortment of food trucks, live music performances, and beverages.
Celebrating 25 years of Manny’s Tortas
Sat July 27 at Midtown Global Market
Midtown Global Market is proud to honor one of its original restaurants, Manny’s Tortas, and its incredible owners, Manny González and his sister Victoria González, as they celebrate 25 years this summer.
During the anniversary celebration, guests can experience great food, beer and margaritas, music, mariachi, folk dances and fun activities and games. Event specials include free torta bites and carnitas tacos.
Foo Fighters
Sun July 28
Target Field
Sheila E. & the E-Train
Fri July 26 & Sat July 27
Dakota in Mpls
Wild Nights Summer Concert Series
Fri July 26 at the MN Zoo
This weeks theme is Rock & Roll! Indie rockers Kiss the Tiger and Mall Rats with a 90’s rock sing-a-long
St Paul Saints host Omaha
Fri July 26
Sat July 27
Sun July 28
Around Minnesota:
Corn Capital Days in Olivia
Thru Sunday July 28
Olivia, Minnesota is the "Corn Capital of the World" for Corn Capital Days. Featuring the famous Sweet Corn Feed, Musical entertainment, Corn Capital Run, Kiddie parade, Grand parade, and much more! Come for the Corn! Stay for the fun!
Anoka County Fair
Thru Sunday July 28 in Anoka
Scott County Fair
Thru Sunday July 28 in Jordan
Slice of Shoreview
Fri July 26 thru Sun July 28 at Island Lake County Park
Parade is Saturday morning at 10am
Chaska River City Days
Fri July 26 - Sun July 28
Lions Park in Chaska
Parade is Sunday 1 pm
Wabasha Riverboat Days
Fri July 26 - Sat July 28
Blueberry Art Festival in Ely
Fri July 26 thru Sun July 28
This three-day event in beautiful Ely, Minnesota's Whiteside Park features 280 exhibitors of original arts and crafts as well as a food court offering a variety of foods to appeal to all tastes.
Montgomery Kolacky Days - Czech Festival
Fri July 26 - Sun July 28. Pronounced: koe-lotch-key. It’s an awesome fruit filled pastry dessert.