Animals, Art, Music (Prince on the big screen the best of Burt Bacharach), Beer, Birds and plenty of fun for the ladies. Get out and have fun, it’s the weekend and you’ve earned it!!
March 22 – April 30, Apple Valley
Farm Babies
Come out and enjoy the sights and sounds of spring at the Wells Fargo Family Farm. There’s nothing cuter than baby chicks, piglets, lambs, calves, goat kids and bunnies! Minnesota Zoo. 952-431-9200
April 26, Minneapolis
PRINCE: In Concert on the Big Screen
See newly remastered and never-before-released audio and video of Prince accompanied live on stage by an all-star ensemble of musicians who performed alongside the icon throughout his storied career. The live concert experience will showcase Prince in his inimitable sound and style, highlighting the incendiary energy he brought to each perform. The Armory. 612-315-3965
April 26-27, Chanhassen
The Best of Burt Bacharach
Henry Duncan Matthews (HDM) features three legendary award winning vocalists together in tribute to the music of the one and only Burt Bacharach. The Best of Burt Bacharach will feature HDM backed by a quintet of world-class musicians performing new arrangements written especially for this show. Hear songs like “What the World Needs Now,” “The Look of Love,” “What’s New Pussycat,” “Do You Know the Way to San Jose?,” “I Say A Little Prayer For You,” “Promises, Promises,” “Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head,” “I’ll Never Fall In Love Again,” “That’s What Friends Are For” and many more! Chanhassen Dinner Theatre’s Fireside Theatre. 952-934-1525
April 26-28, St. Paul
Minnesota Horse Expo
The Minnesota Horse Expo is Minnesota’s largest equine trade show with over 700 trade show booths in five State Fair buildings and lining the streets of the Expo grounds. This easy-access marketplace is for anyone wanting to find merchandise related to horses and their owners! Also enjoy numerous speakers and demonstrations. And be sure to attend the daily Barnes PRCA Rodeos at the Coliseum. Veterans get free admission to matinee Rodeo performance on Sunday! Minnesota State Fairgrounds. 952-922-8666
April 26-28, St. Paul
Saint Paul Art Crawl – Spring 2019
The Saint Paul Art Crawl is recognized as one of the largest cultural events of the year, featuring more than 400 artists and live entertainment in venues across the city. 612-567-0551
April 27, Hastings
Earth Day Birding Festival
Celebrate the many birds of Minnesota at the 6th Annual Hastings Area Earth Day Birding Festival. Attend classes and demonstrations on raptors, birding and bird banding, and take guided bird trips throughout the Hastings area. Reservations required. Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center. 651-437-4359
April 27, Buffalo
Ladies Day Out – Birthplace of Occasional Shoppe
Buffalo, the birthplace of the occasional sale concept, hosts over 20 unique specialty shoppes with some open only one weekend a month. Ladies Day Out is a great opportunity to hit all the Shoppes open with special happenings and promotions for guests all day long. Downtown Buffalo. 763-682-4902
April 28, St. Paul
Women Who Influence Festival
This event creates an environment where women can learn from one another’s experiences. The day will include appetizers and drink, inspiring conversation, educational topics, Instagram-worthy photo ops, shopping local and some extra special surprises. Attendees will spend their day learning from motivational guest speakers from a broad range of backgrounds and enjoy time to connect with other creatives. You’re entering a community of like-minded boss babes who know that together we can accomplish far more than apart. Urban Growler Brewery. 651-340-5793
Event highlights around the state include:
April 26-28, Marietta
Salt Lake Birding Weekend
April 27-28, St. Cloud
Midwest Handmade MN Maker Fair
April 26-27, Bemidji
Pine to Prairie Fiber Arts Trail Tour
April 26 – May 4, Duluth
Renegade Theater Presents: Birds of a Feather
Event Information by Explore MN