{"id":2368152,"date":"2026-04-11T04:36:29","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T04:36:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2368152"},"modified":"2026-04-11T04:36:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T04:36:29","slug":"minneapolimedia-entertainment-this-weekend-in-the-twin-cities-entertainment-guide-april-12-april-13-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/minneapolimedia-entertainment-this-weekend-in-the-twin-cities-entertainment-guide-april-12-april-13-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"MINNEAPOLIMEDIA ENTERTAINMENT | This Weekend in the Twin Cities \u2013 Entertainment Guide: April 12 ~ April 13, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><strong>The Twin Cities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>By mid-April, the Twin Cities enters a different rhythm. The calendar is no longer tentative. It is full, layered, and moving at pace. Sports, theater, live music, and community programming are all operating simultaneously, often within blocks of each other.<\/p>\n<p>This weekend reflects that convergence. Downtown Minneapolis carries the weight of large-scale events and high-energy nightlife, while Saint Paul offers a more measured cadence through cultural programming, family-centered events, and institutional spaces.<\/p>\n<p>What defines the weekend is not a single headline event, but the range of choices and the need to decide how to move through them.<\/p>\n<p>Below is MinneapoliMedia\u2019s curated guide to April 12 through April 13, 2026.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Major Festivals and Featured Events<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Minnesota Twins vs. Tampa Bay Rays \u2013 Opening Weekend<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Target Field<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis<br \/><strong>Dates\/Times:<\/strong><br \/>Saturday at 6:10 PM<br \/>Sunday at 1:10 PM<\/p>\n<p>Opening weekend continues to anchor downtown Minneapolis. The stadium environment extends beyond the field, pulling foot traffic into surrounding blocks and reshaping the downtown flow for much of the day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Approximately $12 to $35<br \/><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> MLB official site and Ticketmaster<\/p>\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong> Expect congestion across downtown corridors and limited parking availability.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Minnesota Golf Show<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Minneapolis Convention Center<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> All weekend<\/p>\n<p>A large indoor gathering for enthusiasts and casual attendees alike. Demonstrations, vendor exhibits, and equipment showcases run continuously.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> $13 general admission<br \/>Free for ages 17 and under<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Urban Expedition: Ukraine<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Landmark Center<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 75 W 5th St, Saint Paul<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sunday, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM<\/p>\n<p>A family-centered cultural program featuring traditional music, dance, and crafts. The event operates at a slower pace and is accessible to all ages.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Theater and Performing Arts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>SUFFS \u2013 The Musical<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Orpheum Theatre<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 910 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis<br \/><strong>Showtimes:<\/strong> Multiple performances through Sunday<\/p>\n<p>A nationally recognized production centered on the women\u2019s suffrage movement. The show continues to draw consistent attendance in the downtown theater district.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Approximately $18 to $90+<br \/><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> Hennepin Theatre Trust and Ticketmaster<\/p>\n<h3><strong>World Ballet Company: Cinderella<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> State Theatre<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 805 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Saturday at 7:00 PM<\/p>\n<p>A full-scale classical ballet production with detailed staging and choreography.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Approximately $88 to $180<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Gutenberg! The Musical!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Ritz Theater<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 345 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sunday at 2:00 PM<\/p>\n<p>A smaller-scale comedic production that operates in contrast to the larger downtown shows, focusing on parody and audience engagement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Varies<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Live Music and Concerts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Seven Lions<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> The Armory<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 500 S 6th St, Minneapolis<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Saturday<br \/>Doors at 6:30 PM | Show at 8:00 PM<\/p>\n<p>A high-production electronic performance built around lighting, sound design, and crowd energy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Approximately $40 to $80<br \/><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> Armory website and major ticket platforms<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 245 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sunday at 8:45 PM<\/p>\n<p>A controlled, intimate concert format centered on orchestral interpretations under candlelight.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Starting around $75<\/p>\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong> Late entry is not permitted once the performance begins.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Mary Halvorson<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Cedar Cultural Center<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 416 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sunday at 7:30 PM<\/p>\n<p>A technically focused, smaller-venue performance that emphasizes musicianship over scale.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Comedy and Nightlife<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Acme Comedy Company<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> 708 N 1st St, Minneapolis<\/p>\n<p>Multiple performances run nightly, featuring both touring and local comedians. Shows are structured and time-bound, offering a clear alternative to longer events.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Buzzer Beater Comedy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Hoggsbreath<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sunday at 7:00 PM<\/p>\n<p>An interactive format where audience members can end sets in real time, creating an unpredictable environment.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Family and Community Activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>24th Annual Easterfestival<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Philippine Center of Minnesota<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Saturday morning<\/p>\n<p>Community-focused event featuring food, cultural programming, and family activities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Spring Seed Bee<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Minnesota Tool Library<br \/><strong>Location:<\/strong> Saint Paul<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sunday at 9:00 AM<\/p>\n<p>Hands-on workshop and seed exchange centered on gardening and sustainability.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>MindBloom Experience<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Museum of Illusions, Mall of America<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 60 E Broadway, Bloomington<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sunday starting at 10:00 AM<\/p>\n<p>Interactive installations and visual exhibits designed for families and younger audiences.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Approximately $22 to $27<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Sports<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Minnesota continues a full sports calendar across multiple venues:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Minnesota Frost (PWHL)<br \/><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Xcel Energy Center<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Saturday at 1:00 PM<\/li>\n<li>Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Charlotte Hornets<br \/><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Target Center<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sunday at 6:00 PM<\/li>\n<li>Gophers Baseball vs. Washington<br \/><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Siebert Field<br \/><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sunday at 1:05 PM<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Curated Weekend Itineraries<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Family-Friendly Track<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Sunday \u2013 Saint Paul (Daytime)<\/strong><br \/>Begin at Landmark Center for Urban Expedition: Ukraine. The event offers structured programming that remains accessible and educational for younger attendees.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sunday \u2013 Minneapolis (Evening)<\/strong><br \/>Transition to the Museum of Illusions or a low-intensity theater option such as a matinee performance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Monday Alternative (If extending weekend)<\/strong><br \/>Science Museum of Minnesota or Como Park Conservatory for slower-paced engagement.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Couples and Night-Out Track<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Sunday \u2013 Minneapolis (Daytime)<\/strong><br \/>Start with a Twins game at Target Field. The environment extends beyond the game itself, offering a full downtown experience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sunday \u2013 Evening Options<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Candlelight concert for a quieter, more intimate setting<\/li>\n<li>Seven Lions at The Armory for a high-energy experience<\/li>\n<li>SUFFS at the Orpheum for a structured theatrical evening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Late Night<\/strong><br \/>Acme Comedy Company or downtown lounge venues for a controlled close to the evening<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Weekend Takeaway<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This weekend is defined by overlap.<\/p>\n<p>Large-scale sporting events, theater productions, concerts, and community programming are all operating within the same narrow window. In downtown Minneapolis, that overlap translates into density, movement, and sustained energy. In Saint Paul, it creates options that remain accessible without the same level of congestion.<\/p>\n<p>There is no single way to experience the weekend. The outcome depends on where you decide to position yourself and how you choose to move between spaces.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Event Links and Tickets<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Target Field (Minnesota Twins):<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/twins\"> https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/twins<br \/><\/a>The Armory:<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.armorymn.com\"> https:\/\/www.armorymn.com<br \/><\/a>Hennepin Theatre Trust:<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/hennepintheatretrust.org\"> https:\/\/hennepintheatretrust.org<br \/><\/a>Minneapolis Convention Center:<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.minneapolis.org\"> https:\/\/www.minneapolis.org<br \/><\/a>Landmark Center:<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.landmarkcenter.org\"> https:\/\/www.landmarkcenter.org<br \/><\/a>Science Museum of Minnesota:<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smm.org\"> https:\/\/www.smm.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/minneapolimedia.town.news\/\"><strong><em>MinneapoliMedia<\/em><\/strong><\/a><em> | Community. 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