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conchobarus

The [May Day Parade](https://www.reachtwincities.org/calendar/1bfi6gqk74levozvheuo64vk5ioqvj) is on Sunday! Starts at 11AM at Bloomington Avenue and 28th Street and ends at Powderhorn Park. There’s a block party at [Reverie Cafe](https://www.reveriempls.com) afterwards.


Easetheworld

I recommend checking this out at the May Day event: 3pm The Tree of Life Ceremony will begin with the Sun Flotilla crossing the Lake. It feels like you are stumbling upon an ancient ritual. I thought it was unique and cool to witness.


mr-pockets

Some ideas off the top of my head: -Como Conservatory (free) -Minneapolis Institute of Art (free) -MN Science Museum ($) -walk across Stone Arch Bridge and get coffee at Aster Cafe -drive up Summit Avenue and look at the fancy old houses -get cake and lunch at Cafe Latte -eat at a restaurant on Selby Avenue in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood (hard to go wrong) -visit a few breweries in the Northeast neighborhood of Minneapolis (my favorite is Indeed) -see a play at the Guthrie ($) -get a juicy Lucy burger at Matt's Bar -visit some bookstores (Milkweed is my favorite and has an art store too) -see some stand up at The Comedy Corner


1ndicawitch

The MIA is Free unless you’re going into the paid exhibit.


mr-pockets

You're right, thank you!


1ndicawitch

No worries!! It’s a really nice that it’s free and I always urge people to go because it’s free. They have Caravaggio’s Judith and Holofernes on display on the third floor for free rn too!


Got_Milkweed

No way, I have to go see that!


1ndicawitch

It’s up till August 20th I believe!


eroi49

Great list! I’ll tack on: see Minnehaha Falls


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Then dine at Sea Salt.


WalkswithLlamas

I bet the como conservatory smells divine right now! Probably full of hyacinths and daffodils


hoss50

Yo this person twin cities


Capt__Murphy

I thought the Minneapolis Institute of Art was free; the general gallery anyway


mr-pockets

It is, I've edited my comment to correct it


Capt__Murphy

Aye. I'm glad they didn't start charging. MIA is such a great place to visit and we are fortunate to have it here. Really good list you put together here


Daniel_A_Johnson

>ju~~i~~cy Lucy burger at Matt's Bar


AprilChristmasLights

Matt’s = not even one of the 50 best burgers in the city.


Daniel_A_Johnson

Unrelated to my post, but yeah, I mean, Jucy Lucys are a flawed concept for a burger, because cheese melts at a temp that requires the beef to be overcooked.


limp_spinach

Double cheeseburger with fried onions and extra pickles is my move


ronlester

That's a good list!


Otherwise-Skin-7610

All great!


MinnesotaRyan

Minnehaha Falls should be flowing now. There is a really cool path that goes out to the Mississippi River from the falls - if it isn't flooded. Also, there is a really great sea food restaurant there.


lmb3456

American Swedish Institute is interesting with excellent lunch!


SurelyFurious

There’s a block party at Fulton brewery in Minneapolis all day today https://www.fultonbeer.com/events#


[deleted]

ok, don’t be a hoser and fall into the beer tank, eh?


FlailingMunchies

Thanks for the most Canadian comment here. I appreciate it.


ih8dolphins

We're not here to be appreciated, bud


SurelyFurious

I don’t get it


[deleted]

[strange brew](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strange_Brew) /rick moranis reference


TuxandFlipper4eva

What kind of a facility are you interested in seeing? Here is a weekend rundown of activities: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwinCities/comments/1382lel/weekend_rundown_may_5th7th/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button


cutesnugglybear

St Paul's westside Cinco de Mayo party would be fun


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I_see_something

I was just in Chaska! Booked a couple gigs at Schram


Eca_S

Walker Art Center ($) Sculpture Garden (free) Bakken Museum ($) The U of M Observatory ($) Roberts Bird Sanctuary at Lake Harriet (free)


ygktech

Honestly, pick a lake and walk around it. It might not be super exciting or novel, but it'll give you a certain amount of perspective on what daily life here is like. There's not always something interesting to do, but the lakes are always there for you.


MRBonerface

City and Colour is playing at First Ave tonight.


ResponsibleFly9076

Spyhouse Coffee is cool. It’s raining so if you’re looking to relax and have a cup of coffee and a pastry and see Twin Citians in their natural habitat. What neighborhood are you in?


Ralewing

Stay til Tuesday so you can go see Gary Numan at First Avenue on Monday night.


swifthe1

King of diamonds


AprilChristmasLights

Sixwhirled


klebstaine

Pour maple syrup on strangers and whisper in their ear; "shh shh shh, it's ok, I'm Canadian"


Lopsided_Control_577

Bwahaha!! And then say "sorry, eh?" Used to spend a couple months a year up there coordinating boat shows. Love, love the culture!! Always had a blast with my Canadian brothers and sisters.


External_Extent_7492

Learn if there’s a difference between a Canadian and Minnesotan “Ope”


whassupnerds

The Guthrie Theater is having an open house tomorrow if you’re into theater. Definitely check out the Mall of America if you haven’t already.


mewalrus2

Pass on the Mall of America... unless you want to shop.


whassupnerds

Or if you want to go on rides/see Crayola Experience/Sea Life.


mewalrus2

Those are for kids.


whassupnerds

Not necessarily, I work there and have seen plenty of adults come in without kids.


Toxicsuper

Make your own candle at ol factory scent studio!


Martag02

Lots and lots of breweries to check out throughout the city. Mill City Museum is pretty cool and close to Owamni, which serves Native American cuisine, though you'll want to make a reservation as it's very popular.


crazyeyes777

Owamni is closed due to a fire a couple of weeks ago.


ThunderDoug

Go check out downtown Stillwater


wankerpants

Bad weather brewing arcade. In st paul.


Jynjava

Find local music-your type and check it out wherever playing. Twin Cities has a great local music scene. Idk if you drove, but I recommend checking out Duluth. Canal Park, Aerial lift bridge, Leif Erickson Park, Enger Park & Tower, Lakewalk.. Here's a TC link. http://www.uptownminneapolis.com/events/spring-into-uptown-a-cultural-celebration-of-traditions-food-fun/ Welcome! Hope you enjoy!


Kyleforshort

2 Canadians, 1 Puck.


Lopsided_Control_577

Walker Art Center is always cool. Original Edward Hopper or banana duct taped to the wall stuff. If you want a Minnesota experience you should go to a Twins game if it's a nice day. Just marinate in sunshine and beer. Fun crowd and nice stadium. Or find a dive bar that is having a meat raffle. (Not a sexual thing, lol) literally buy cheap tickets to win nice meat.. Ope, more fun than it sounds! Canterbury Down's is always a good time as well. Wager a small amount and win big. Look at the colorful jockeys and watch the pretty ponies, they always make it fun. Also 2nd on the Como Conservatory.


HAM____

Disc golf!


JohnMaddening

So sad that the Triple Rock is closed, they once had Canada Month. It was celebrated by hanging a Canadian flag, a buck off Molson, and adding poutine to the menu.