Minneapolis April 2026 Events: Your Complete Guide
Spring Has Arrived in Minneapolis!
April is packed with spring markets, outdoor fun runs, and one-of-a-kind events like Art in Bloom at Mia. Before or after your event, check out our dining guides to find the perfect spot for dinner, brunch, or a post-show bite.
🌸📅Your Complete April 2026 Events Guide
😂🎤Laurie Kilmartin
Wednesday, April 1 – Saturday, April 4 @ 7:00 PM
Acme Comedy Company, Minneapolis, MNMulti-night run from one of the sharpest stand-ups in the game. Don't sleep on this one.
🪩✨Gimme Gimme Disco
Friday, April 3 @ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Varsity Theater, Minneapolis, MNA full-on ABBA dance party. Tickets: $26.
🏃🍺5K Fun Run x Utepils Brewing
Saturday, April 4 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Utepils Brewing, Minneapolis, MNKick off spring with a 5K run followed by cold beers at Utepils. Tickets: $47.
🏒Minnesota Frost vs. Vancouver Goldeneyes
Saturday, April 4 @ 1:00 PM
Grand Casino Arena, St. Paul, MN🏀🌆Skyline Slam: Final Four Watch Party
Saturday, April 4 @ 5:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Windows at Marquette, Minneapolis, MNWatch March Madness Final Four with a stunning Minneapolis skyline view. Free entry!
🐣🍽️Easter Day Buffet at Umbra
Sunday, April 5 @ By Reservation
Umbra, Minneapolis, MNEaster brunch buffet at one of Minneapolis's favorite spots. Tickets: $24–$49.
🏀Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Charlotte Hornets
Sunday, April 5 @ 6:00 PM
Target Center, Minneapolis, MN🎭Suffs: The Musical
Tuesday, April 7 – Sunday, April 12 @ Various times
Orpheum Theatre, Minneapolis, MNThe acclaimed Broadway musical about the women who fought for the right to vote comes to Minneapolis for a multi-night run.
🎬🎞️Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival
Wednesday, April 8 – Sunday, April 19 @ $17 General Admission
The Main Cinema, Minneapolis, MNThe 45th annual MSPIFF brings world cinema to the Twin Cities for nearly two weeks. Tickets: $17.
🛍️🎨Meet Your Maker: The Shops
Thursday, April 9 @ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
505 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MNA free local makers market at the Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center. Come shop and explore.
🌟🎤Lady Gaga
Thursday, April 9 – Friday, April 10 @ Doors vary
Grand Casino Arena, St. Paul, MNMother Monster brings her full spectacle to Grand Casino Arena for TWO nights. This is THE show of April.
🤠🔥Morgan Wallen
Friday, April 10 – Saturday, April 11 @ Doors 4:30 PM
US Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MNOne of the biggest names in country music takes over US Bank Stadium for TWO massive nights.
🎭😂John Mulaney
Friday, April 10 @ 7:30 PM
The Armory, Minneapolis, MNOne of the sharpest comedians working today, live at The Armory. An absolute must-see.
🏃♀️☀️Smooth StrYdes
Saturday, April 11 @ 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Dayton YMCA at Gaviidae, Minneapolis, MNA spring morning run right in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. Free to register!
🏃🍺5K Fun Run x Boom Island Brewing
Saturday, April 11 @ 11:00 AM
Boom Island Brewing, Minnetonka, MNRun it out, then reward yourself with a cold one. Tickets: $45.
🌷🍴Season's Eatings: Spring
Sunday, April 12 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Mill City Museum, Minneapolis, MNA seasonal food celebration welcoming spring at one of Minneapolis's most iconic museums.
🏀Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans
Sunday, April 12 @ 7:30 PM
Target Center, Minneapolis, MN🎤🔥Hayley Williams
Friday, April 17 – Saturday, April 18 @ 7:30 PM
The Fillmore, Minneapolis, MNThe Paramore frontwoman goes solo for TWO nights at The Fillmore. A flat-out must-see.
😂🎭Dropout Improv
Friday, April 17 @ 7:30 PM
State Theatre, Minneapolis, MNThe YouTube comedy crew brings their live improv show to Minneapolis. Tickets available on Ticketmaster.
📚✨Rewind Book Fair
Saturday, April 18 – Sunday, April 19 @ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fairground Grandstand, Falcon Heights, MNA massive vintage and used book fair at the State Fairgrounds. Tickets: $10.
🌸🛍️Old St. Anthony Spring Market
Sunday, April 19 @ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Machine Shop, Minneapolis, MNFree admission spring market with local makers and vendors. A perfect Sunday morning out.
🎨🍸Craft Night | Choose Your Own Adventure
Wednesday, April 22 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Graze Food Hall by Travail, Minneapolis, MNA low-key craft night with drinks at one of Minneapolis's coolest food halls. Tickets: $15.
🌺🎨Art in Bloom
Thursday, April 23 – Sunday, April 26 @ Various times
Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia), Minneapolis, MNMia's beloved annual event where local artists create stunning floral interpretations of works in the collection. A true Minneapolis spring staple — seriously, don't miss it.
😂T.J. Miller
Friday, April 24 – Saturday, April 25 @ Multiple shows
Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Minneapolis, MN🌳🏃Arbor Day 5K + Kids Sapling Dash
Friday, April 24 @ 6:00 PM
Bethune Park, Minneapolis, MNA family-friendly spring run celebrating Arbor Day. Tickets: $80.50.
⚡🧙Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Saturday, April 25 – Sunday, May 17 @ Various times
Orpheum Theater, Minneapolis, MNThe acclaimed two-part stage production opens at the Orpheum. These tickets will go fast — book now.
🏓🍺SMASHFEST 2026
Saturday, April 25 @ 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Insight Brewing, Minneapolis, MNA free ping pong tournament and festival at Insight Brewing. Free entry — just show up and have fun.
😂🎤Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour
Saturday, April 25 @ 8:00 PM
State Theatre, Minneapolis, MNChelsea Handler is back on tour and bringing the heat to Minneapolis. A perfect night out.
🏃☕5K Fun Run x Backstory Coffee Roasters
Sunday, April 26 @ 9:00 AM
Backstory Coffee Roasters, Minneapolis, MNStart your Sunday with a morning run and great coffee in the North Loop. Tickets: $45.50.
April in Minneapolis: The Best Things to Do
April is a busy one. The weekend of April 10–11 has Lady Gaga closing out her two-night run at Grand Casino Arena, Morgan Wallen at US Bank Stadium, and John Mulaney at The Armory all going on at the same time. Hayley Williams is doing two nights at The Fillmore the following week, and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child opens at the Orpheum on April 25. Chelsea Handler is there on the same night, so there's no shortage of options to close out the month.
Outside of the shows, Art in Bloom at Mia is worth checking out if you haven't been before. The outdoor markets are back, the brewery fun runs are a good time if you're into that kind of thing, and weeknight Twins games at Target Field are always a solid option when the weather is nice. Grab your tickets before they sell out and enjoy April.