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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities – Entertainment Guide: Mother’s Day Weekend Edition, May 9–10, 2026

MINNEAPOLIS, MN, Mother’s Day weekend is bringing a packed entertainment calendar across the Twin Cities, with everything from nationally touring concerts and Broadway productions to free cultural festivals, public art fairs, food truck gatherings, and family-centered community events.

Across Minneapolis, St. Paul, Hopkins, Burnsville, and surrounding suburbs, residents and visitors will find dozens of opportunities to celebrate the weekend through music, theater, sports, arts, food, and cultural programming.

Here is MinneapoliMedia’s expanded guide to some of the biggest entertainment events happening across the Twin Cities this weekend.

Theater and Performing Arts

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Orpheum Theatre

Address: 910 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403

The Broadway touring production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child continues its Minneapolis run this weekend, bringing one of the most technically ambitious stage productions currently touring North America to downtown Minneapolis.

Performances are scheduled for:

  • Saturday: 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
  • Sunday: 1:00 p.m.

Tickets: Starting around $109+

Ticket prices begin around $100 depending on seating availability and resale demand.

The production features large-scale illusion effects, moving stagecraft, and cinematic-style transitions adapted from the original West End and Broadway versions.

Little Women

Guthrie Theater

Address: 818 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55415

The Guthrie Theater continues its acclaimed production of Little Women, adapted from Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel.

Weekend performances include:

  • Saturday: 1:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday: 1:00 p.m.

Tickets: Starting around $76+

Tickets generally begin around $70 depending on seating section.

The production has drawn strong regional attendance for its emotionally grounded interpretation and multigenerational appeal, making it a popular Mother’s Day weekend outing.

Minnesota Opera Presents Pagliacci

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

Address: 345 Washington St, St. Paul, MN 55102

The Minnesota Opera presents Pagliacci Saturday evening in downtown St. Paul.

Performance:

  • Saturday: 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: Starting around $53+

Ticket prices begin around $50.

The production revisits Ruggero Leoncavallo’s iconic opera centered on jealousy, betrayal, and tragedy within a traveling performance troupe.

The Wizard of Oz

Children's Theatre Company

Address: 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404

Families looking for child-friendly entertainment can attend The Wizard of Oz at the Children’s Theatre Company.

Performances:

  • Sunday: 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Tickets: Prices vary by seating section

The production blends live performance, music, and visual effects designed for younger audiences and family attendance.

Twin Cities Ballet: Narnia

Ames Center

Address: 12600 Nicollet Ave, Burnsville, MN 55337

Twin Cities Ballet presents Narnia this weekend in Burnsville.

Showtimes:

  • Saturday: 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
  • Sunday: 2:00 p.m.

Tickets: Prices vary by seating section

The family-oriented ballet production adapts C.S. Lewis’ fantasy world through classical and contemporary choreography.

Live Music

YUNGBLUD: IDOLS – The World Tour

The Armory

Address: 500 S 6th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415

British rock artist YUNGBLUD brings his IDOLS World Tour to Minneapolis Saturday night.

Concert:

  • Saturday: 8:00 p.m.

Tickets: Approximately $76 to $81+

Tickets range roughly from $75 upward depending on availability.

The performance is expected to draw one of the weekend’s largest younger music crowds downtown.

Mdou Moctar

Fine Line

Address: 318 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Nigerien guitarist and songwriter Mdou Moctar performs Saturday evening in Minneapolis.

Concert:

  • Saturday: 8:00 p.m.

Tickets: Starting around $96+

Known internationally for blending Tuareg guitar traditions with psychedelic rock influences, Mdou Moctar has become one of the most celebrated African touring artists in alternative music circles.

The Afghan Whigs 40th Anniversary Tour

Varsity Theater

Address: 1308 SE 4th St, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Alternative rock band The Afghan Whigs performs Sunday night alongside Mercury Rev.

Concert:

  • Sunday: 6:30 p.m.

Tickets: Prices vary by seating section

The tour marks four decades since the band’s formation and is expected to attract longtime fans from across the Upper Midwest.

Eli Winter Trio with Luke Schneider

The Cedar Cultural Center

Address: 416 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55454

Experimental guitarist Eli Winter performs Saturday night with pedal steel artist Luke Schneider.

Concert:

  • Saturday: 8:00 p.m.

Tickets: Prices vary by seating section

The Cedar’s programming continues to emphasize globally influenced and genre-crossing music traditions.

Wage War

First Avenue

Address: 701 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Metalcore band Wage War headlines Saturday night at First Avenue.

Concert:

  • Saturday: 6:30 p.m.

Tickets: Starting around $106+

The show is expected to be among the heavier live music offerings of the weekend.

Festivals and Community Events

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

Address: 725 Vineland Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403

One of the largest outdoor art gatherings of the weekend returns to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.

Hours:

  • Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Admission: Free

The event features:

  • More than 170 artists
  • Botanical and artisan vendors
  • Live music
  • Food trucks
  • Family programming

Admission is free.

The fair is expected to draw thousands throughout the weekend due to favorable spring weather and Mother’s Day foot traffic.

Doors Open Minneapolis

Doors Open Minneapolis

Primary Information Hub Address: Various locations throughout Minneapolis

The citywide “behind-the-scenes” event returns Saturday and Sunday, opening access to more than 75 buildings and venues across Minneapolis.

Participating locations include:

  • Historic theaters
  • Architectural landmarks
  • Public buildings
  • Arts spaces
  • Commercial properties normally closed to the public

Admission: Free

Admission is free across participating sites.

Among the featured destinations are:

  • The Ritz Theater
    Address: 345 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
  • Foshay Tower
    Address: 821 Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402

Hopkins Food Truck Festival

Hopkins Food Truck Festival

Address: Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343

Hopkins’ annual food truck festival returns to Mainstreet Saturday.

Hours:

  • Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Admission: Free

Festival highlights include:

  • More than 50 food trucks
  • Local vendors
  • Live music
  • Family activities
  • Specialty merchandise booths

The event has grown into one of the larger suburban food festivals in the Twin Cities metro.

Qeej and Hmong Arts Festival

Union Depot

Address: 214 4th St E, St. Paul, MN 55101

The annual Qeej and Hmong Arts Festival takes place Sunday in St. Paul.

Hours:

  • Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Admission: Free

The free festival celebrates Hmong cultural traditions through:

  • Traditional qeej performances
  • Dance
  • Music
  • Storytelling
  • Artisan vendors
  • Family activities

The event continues to serve as one of the Twin Cities’ most visible Hmong cultural celebrations.

Family Activities and Mother’s Day Events

Mother’s Day Streetcar Rides

Minnesota Streetcar Museum

Address: 2330 W 42nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55410

Historic streetcar rides return Sunday as part of the museum’s Mother’s Day programming.

Hours:

  • Sunday: 12:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Admission: Free for mothers
General Admission: Approximately $3

Pricing:

  • Free for mothers
  • Approximately $3 for general riders

The vintage trolley rides along Lake Harriet remain one of the more unique family traditions in Minneapolis.

Saint Paul Civic Symphony Mother’s Day Concert

Landmark Center

Address: 75 W 5th St, St. Paul, MN 55102

The Saint Paul Civic Symphony presents a free Mother’s Day concert Sunday afternoon.

Performance:

  • Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Admission: Free

The event offers orchestral programming in one of downtown St. Paul’s most historic venues.

Linden Hills Farmers Market

Linden Hills Farmers Market

Address: 5628 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419

For families seeking a quieter Mother’s Day outing, the Linden Hills Farmers Market opens Sunday morning.

Hours:

  • Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Admission: Free

Visitors can expect:

  • Local produce
  • Baked goods
  • Flowers
  • Artisan products
  • Prepared foods

Sports

Minnesota Lynx Home Opener

Minnesota Lynx vs. Atlanta Dream

Target Center

Address: 600 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403

The Lynx open their home schedule Saturday night in downtown Minneapolis.

Game:

  • Saturday: 7:00 p.m.

Tickets: Prices vary by seating location and resale availability

The matchup was rescheduled from Sunday, creating a busy sports and entertainment evening downtown.

Minnesota Timberwolves Playoff Basketball

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. San Antonio Spurs

Target Center

Address: 600 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403

The Timberwolves continue playoff action Saturday evening at Target Center.

Tipoff:

  • Saturday: 7:00 p.m.

Tickets: Market pricing applies; playoff ticket prices vary significantly by seating section and resale demand

With both playoff basketball and the Lynx home opener occurring the same weekend, downtown Minneapolis is expected to experience heavy traffic and increased parking demand.

The Weekend Takeaway

Mother’s Day weekend across the Twin Cities reflects the region’s broad entertainment landscape, combining international touring acts, major theatrical productions, multicultural festivals, local food events, family-centered programming, and professional sports into one of the busiest spring weekends of the year.

From the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden and downtown theater district to neighborhood festivals and St. Paul cultural celebrations, the weekend offers residents multiple ways to celebrate art, music, food, culture, and community throughout Minnesota.

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