Believe it or not, it is Spring here in Minnesota, and the fun is just heating up this month! Whether you’re looking for something fun to do with the kids or a grown-up night out with friends, there is something on the calendar for you. Save the dates, start making plans, and if you still need more you can always check out our full events calendar here.
Carnival at Crossroads Center
April 28 – May 8
Join Gopher State Expositions for some well needed fun at Crossroads Center this spring. Enjoy Carnival rides, food and games! Unlimited ride armbands available for 3 hours $25 per person per session. Bring the family and an appetite for fun! Learn More
The Fabulous Armadillos: Floydian Slip
May 5, 6, & 7
This show is fast becoming a tradition at the Historic Paramount Center for the Arts, plus it is the only venue you can see it! The Fabulous Armadillos present Floydian Slip, The Dark Side Of The Moon live in its entirety with a whole set of all your other Pink Floyd favorites. Enjoy the theatrics, video, light show, and lasers you have come to expect! Bigger than ever, the same cast of characters bring you Floydian Slip. Learn More
Spring Fever Craft & Gift Expo
May 7
Check out original handmade craft exhibitors, small businesses, woodworkers, knots, embroidery, crocheted items, lights, metal art, wood signs, cosmetics, beauty and wellness products, art, photographers, bakers, candy makers, jams and jellies and more. Over 100 booths to shop from with some of the most unique products from all over the Midwest, all at the River’s Edge Convention Center! Free admission, kid friendly & handicapped friendly. Learn More
The Homegrown Festival 5K
May 13
The Homegrown Festival and 5K run is back at Wilson Park this spring! The St. Cloud Area YMCA will host a large craft and artisan fair, paired with a FREE community concert from The Honey Badgers! All of these events are centered around the 5K, 2 Mile, and Kids run. There will be plenty of food vendors and family activities to enjoy. This evening race and festival will be set alongside the gorgeous Mississippi. Kick off the warm weather season! Learn More
St. Cloud Area Restaurant Week
May 16 – 22
Wood Fired Wednesdays
Wednesdays, May 18 – September 14
Save the date for the first Wood Fired Wednesday of the season! Add a little spark to your week and enjoy live acoustic music, wood-fired pizzas, and adult beverages every Wednesday from May 18th to September 14th, from 4pm-9pm! Rolling Ridge Wedding and Event Center is located in St. Joseph on 14 acres of rolling hills and gorgeous landscape. Tour the grounds, enjoy live acoustic music, and have an awesome adult evening. The entrance fee is $5 per person, DJ entertainment will play from 4pm-6pm, and live music will start at 6pm. Learn More
Granite City Classic Disc Golf Tournament
May 20 – 22
Calling all disc golf players, from beginner to pro! Register now for the Granite City Classic presented by SCHEELS. This PDGA Sanctioned disc golf tournament takes place at Hidden Lake Park in St. Augusta, MN. Register before May 15th, and good luck! Learn More
90’s Decade Party
May 21
Beaver Island Maibock Festival
May 21
Maibock is back! Put on your dirndls and lederhosen, and join Beaver Island at the taproom from 3-7 PM on Saturday, May 21st! No ticket required this year. Admission is FREE! Celebrate the arrival of spring with food, games, and of course, our award-winning Maibock Helles Bock. Brats and chips will be available from 4-6 PM. Get a free commemorative glass with the purchase of a pint of Maibock while supplies last! Limit one glass per customer. Learn More
Home Free at The Ledge Amphitheater
May 29
All-vocal Country entertainers Home Free have made their mark on the music scene, racking up nearly 600,000 album equivalents globally; embarking on major international tours; amassing 500+ MILLION views and over 1.3-MILLION Subscribers on YouTube, and being declared “Country music fans’ favorite a cappella group” (Taste of Country). Catch them live at The Ledge Amphitheater on May 29 at 8pm! Learn More