WEDNESDAY, MAY 15

Bluegrass pioneers Yonder Mountain String Band come to the Dakota. Shows at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. $35/$40

The Minnesota Twins will try to even the series against the New York Yankees at Target Field. Game at 6:40 p.m. All ages, $18+

Milkweed Books welcomes poet Tess Taylor for a reading from her new book “Leaning Toward Light,” a collection of contemporary gardening poems with a diverse range of contemporary voices that offer poems celebrating that joyful connection to the natural world, in an era of climate crisis. Social hour at 6 p.m., reading at 7 p.m. Free

Minniaux presents the RAGEFUTURE music showcase featuring Whim Country, student 1, Fanaka Nation, OKnice, and more at 7th St Entry. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $15

Alex Rossi fills in for Dylan Salfer again at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $8

Stand-up comedian Zach Martina kicks off a four-night stand at Acme. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20/$35

It’s weeknight at Bernese night at Unleashed Hounds & Hops from 4-9 p.m. Free

WEEKLY:

The Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free

Rachel from Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at AxeBridge Wine Co. at 6:30 p.m. Free

Kyle from Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at Finnegans Brew Co. at 7 p.m. Free

Roxy’s Cabaret hosts game night with classic board games and Mario Kart on the wall of LED screens from 7-11 p.m. Free

It’s also game night at North Loop Galley from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free

Cade from Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at Inbound BrewCo at 7 p.m. Free

KJ from Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at Brit’s Pub at 7 p.m. Free

Ding Batz Open Mic at The Comedy Corner Underground. Starts at 8 p.m. Free

Mill District Safety Walk from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Meet on the staircase behind the Guthrie Theater and wear an orange hat or shirt. Free

RECURRING: 

The new Tony Award-winning musical tribute to Michael Jackson, “MJ,” moonwalks into the Orpheum Theatre through May 26. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up. $50-$199

“Skeleton Crew,” an acclaimed American drama, continues at the Guthrie Theatre, where it runs through June 9. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 12 and up. $34+

‍History Plays: “Henry V” continues at the Guthrie Theater, where it runs through May 25. Show at 1 p.m. Recommended for ages 12 and up. $34+

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THURSDAY, MAY 16

The Minnesota Timberwolves return to Target Center for the do-or-die sixth game of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Denver Nuggets. Tipoff at 7:30 p.m. All ages, $98+

Get a free tune-up and safety check during the Celebrate Bike Week event at The Commons from 9-10:30 a.m.

The Minnesota Orchestra performs the score for “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” at Orchestra Hall. Show at 7 p.m. $50-$105

Rock duo Royal Blood comes to the Fillmore Minneapolis with Bad Nerves. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $51+

Monthly swing dancing with Beasley's Big Band and vocalist Courtney Burton is back tonight at Minneapolis Cider. Free dance lessons start at 6:15 p.m. The band plays from 7-10 p.m. $10

Singalong with Dan Chouinard from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Loring Community Arts Center. All ages, free

Strive Bookstore hosts its monthly open mic from 5:30-7:30 p.m. All ages, free

A string quartet plays the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in Westminster Presbyterian Church’s sanctuary under the gentle glow of candlelight. Show at 6:30 p.m. All ages, $27-$51

Early Planets perform original works informed by a wide range of musical styles and approaches to composition and improvisation at Berlin. Show at 7 p.m. No cover

The Minnesota Twins vs. New York Yankees series concludes at Target Field. Game at 12:10 p.m. All ages, $18+

Unleashed Hounds & Hops donates 10% of all food and drink sales from 4-9 p.m. to Underdog Rescue.

Charles Gould and Dan Licata do stand-up comedy at The Comedy Corner Underground. Show at 8 p.m. $16

Southern Culture on the Skids play the Fine Line with Kinda Fonda Wanda. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $25-$40

Stand-up comedian Zach Martina continues his four-night stand at Acme. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20/$35

Matthew Logan Vasquez performs at 7th St Entry with Justin & The Cosmics. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20

Bluegrass pioneers Yonder Mountain String Band return to the Dakota for the second consecutive night. Shows at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. $35/$40

WEEKLY:

The Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free

Record on Draft: Vinyl Thursdays at Fulton Beer. Starts at 6 p.m. Bring a record to play and get a pint. Free

Jaybee & the Routine performs at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10 cover

Thermaculture Thursday at Hewing Hotel from 7-9 p.m. Ages 21+, $65

All that Drag at Roxy’s Cabaret starring Nina DiAngelo, BeBe Zahara Benet (RuPaul’s Drag Race) and Monica West. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 21+; $10

Ben Katzner and Ellie Hino host the Darlings stand-up comedy show at Zhora Darling at 9 p.m. $5

RECURRING:

The new Tony Award-winning musical tribute to Michael Jackson, “MJ,” moonwalks into the Orpheum Theatre through May 26. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up. $50-$199

“Skeleton Crew,” an acclaimed American drama, continues at the Guthrie Theatre, where it runs through June 9. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 12 and up. $29+

‍History Plays: “Henry V” continues at the Guthrie Theater, where it runs through May 25. Show at 10:30 a.m. Recommended for ages 12 and up. $34+

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FRIDAY, MAY 17

The Minnesota Lynx play their home opener at Target Center against the Seattle Storm. Tipoff at 8:30 p.m. All ages, $20+

Portugal. The Man headlines First Avenue with opener Reyna Tropical. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $41

Ghost-Note brings funky jams to the Dakota. Shows at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. $30/$35

The Other Show presents Flower Power, a drag show, in Modist’s taproom from 8-10 p.m. Free

Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, and other Sesame Street characters make their way to the State Theatre for Sesame Street Live. Show at 6 p.m. All ages, $33-$73

The Minnesota Orchestra performs the score for “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” at Orchestra Hall. Show at 7 p.m. $55-$115

Pryes gets in on the Art-a-Whirl action with a weekend-long Art & Craft event. All ages, free

Minneapolis Cider welcomes artists for the weekend too. All ages, free

Zacc Harris and Bryan Nichols warm up Berlin’s stage with early evening jazz. Show from 5-7 p.m. No cover

Then the Charles Gorczynski Tango Quartet plays at Berlin from 8-11 p.m. $15

Agony Reigns rocks Zhora Darling along with Wanderer, Kalot, and Falling with Scissors. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 18+, $10

Beer Choir brings merriment and shenanigans to Fulton from 7-9 p.m. Free

The ‘70s Magic Sunshine Band plays hits from the decade at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10

Breizh Fest returns to Minneapolis Cider for the fourth year from 4-11 p.m. All ages, $10 for teens and adults

Stand-up comedian Geoff Tate, who’s opened for Tom Segura, comes to The Comedy Corner Underground with Dan Sebree. Show at 8 p.m. $15

The Walker Brothers Band plays a mixture of folk, funk, blues, and jazz at Inbound BrewCo from 6-9 p.m. Free

In Mind:Body, guest artists Emily Gastineau, Gabriel Rodreick, and Meridian Movement Collective (Colin Edwards, Cecil Neal, and Alex Arce) created original pieces with the Young Dance Performing Company to investigate how we can be both thinking and feeling movers. Show at 7 p.m. at the Luminary Arts Center. All ages, $10-$15

Prateek Kuhad performs at The Cedar Cultural Center. Show at 8 p.m. All ages, $25

RIDE comes to the Fine Line with Knifeplay and DJ Jake Rudh. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, $30-$50

Dubstep producer Jiqui brings heavy beats to The Loft at Skyway Theatre. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, $20

Motel Breakfast performs at 7th St Entry with Sleeping Jesus, League Two and City Twigs. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $15

Stand-up comedian Zach Martina continues his four-night stand at Acme. Shows at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $25/$40

WEEKLY:

The Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free

Cade from Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at Brit’s Pub from 5-6:30 p.m. Free

A rotating selection of local DJs spin during JUICE at Modist from 8-11 p.m. Free

Friday Night Open Mic at The Comedy Corner Underground from 10-11:30 p.m. Ages 21+, free

Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at 7 p.m. $15

RECURRING:

The new Tony Award-winning musical tribute to Michael Jackson, “MJ,” moonwalks into the Orpheum Theatre through May 26. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up. $50-$199

“Skeleton Crew,” an acclaimed American drama, continues at the Guthrie Theatre, where it runs through June 9. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 12 and up. $41+

Brave New Workshop’s satirical sketch show “Love and Other Things that Ruined My Life” continues at the Dudley Riggs Theatre through mid-May. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 14 and up, $45

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SATURDAY, MAY 18

Doors Open Minneapolis takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at more than 100 venues throughout the city. All ages, free

Pryes gets in on the Art-a-Whirl action with a weekend-long Art & Craft event. All ages, free

Minneapolis Cider welcomes artists for the weekend too. All ages, free

NOLO’s Kitchen & Bar puts on a North Loop block party with Partiboi69 from 2-8 p.m. $25

The Guthrie Theater hosts a 13-hour History Plays marathon, with “Richard II” at 10 a.m., “Henry IV” at 3 p.m. and “Henry V” at 8:30 p.m. $66-$150

BJ the Chicago Kid performs at the Dakota. Shows at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. $40/$45

Portugal. The Man headlines First Avenue with opener Reyna Tropical. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $41

The traveling Oddities & Curiosities Expo comes to the Minneapolis Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. All ages, $10/$15

The cast of Roxy’s Cabaret and special guests including world-renowned Dolly Parton impersonator Vancie Vega pay tribute to the icon during Dolly Days drag brunch. Shows at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. $15 

The Minnesota Orchestra performs the score for “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” at Orchestra Hall. Show at 7 p.m. $50-$105

Jeremy Walker and Anthony Cox fill Berlin with early evening jazz from 5-7 p.m. No cover

Then the Lucia Sarmiento Quintet takes over the stage at Berlin. Show at 8 p.m. $15

Paint an “Under the Tree” scene with Wine & Canvas at StormKing Brewpub from 2-5 p.m. $39

Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, and other Sesame Street characters make their way to the State Theatre for Sesame Street Live. Show at 10 a.m. All ages, $33-$73

Brave New Workshop’s satirical sketch show “Love and Other Things that Ruined My Life” concludes at the Dudley Riggs Theatre. Shows at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 14 and up, $40+

Strive Bookstore hosts children’s story time with local authors from 1-3 p.m. All ages, free

Flip Phone Events puts on Harry Styles and One Direction drag brunch at Union Rooftop. Shows at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. All ages, $18 plus entree

North Loop Galley hosts Yoga Bliss and Sips on its patio from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $15

Electronic artist Bear Grillz brings his Underland Tour to the Skyway Theatre. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, $22

The Cedar Cultural Center hosts GIRLS NIGHT, featuring Early Eyes and Anita Velveeta and benefitting Twin Cities Trans Mutual Aid. Show at 8 p.m. All ages, $20/$25

Denim Boys hop on the Zhora Darling stage with Modern Things and Honey Hole. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 21+, $10

Sonic Dream performs on Hewing Hotel’s rooftop. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 21+, $25

Stand-up comedian Geoff Tate, who’s opened for Tom Segura, comes to The Comedy Corner Underground with Dan Sebree. Show at 8 p.m. $15

The Good, the Bad & the Funky return to Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $15

In Mind:Body, guest artists Emily Gastineau, Gabriel Rodreick, and Meridian Movement Collective (Colin Edwards, Cecil Neal, and Alex Arce) created original pieces with the Young Dance Performing Company to investigate how we can be both thinking and feeling movers. Show at 7 p.m. at the Luminary Arts Center. All ages, $10-$15

Holly Humberstone performs at the Fine Line with Carol Ades. Show at 7 p.m. All ages, $25-$45

Inbound BrewCo hosts a monthly Smash Brothers Melee starting at 11 a.m. $10+

Canadian singer-songwriter LOONY serenades 7th St Entry with Sophia Galaté. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $25

Stand-up comedian Zach Martina concludes his four-night stand at Acme. Shows at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $25/$40

WEEKLY:

The Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue is open from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free

The Mill City Farmers Market is open outside of the Guthrie Theater from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free

Nina DiAngelo, Monica West and BeBe Zahara Benet (“RuPaul’s Drag Race”) star in flamBOYance at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at 7 p.m. $15

RECURRING:

The new Tony Award-winning musical tribute to Michael Jackson, “MJ,” moonwalks into the Orpheum Theatre through May 26. Shows at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up. $50-$199

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SUNDAY, MAY 19

Australian rock band Psychedelic Porn Crumpets perform at the Fine Line. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $25+

Trash metal band Mr. Bungle headlines First Avenue Otto von Schirach. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $42

Haley McCallum invites Duluth musician Alan Sparhawk to Berlin for her May/Be/Sundays residency. Show at 7 p.m. $10

Doors Open Minneapolis from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at more than venues throughout the city. All ages, free

Pryes gets in on the Art-a-Whirl action with a weekend-long Art & Craft event. All ages, free

Minneapolis Cider welcomes artists for the weekend too. All ages, free

Bust out the black eyeliner for Emo drag brunch at Crave. Shows at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. All ages, $18 plus entree

Open Book welcomes artist Susan Iverson for a conversation about her book, “Tapestry with Pulled Warp: Inspiration, Technique, and the Creative Process.” Event from 1-2 p.m. Free

The traveling Oddities & Curiosities Expo comes to the Minneapolis Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All ages, $10/$15

Joyann Parker and Jackie Venson perform at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $35-$45

In Mind:Body, guest artists Emily Gastineau, Gabriel Rodreick, and Meridian Movement Collective (Colin Edwards, Cecil Neal, and Alex Arce) created original pieces with the Young Dance Performing Company to investigate how we can be both thinking and feeling movers. Show at 5 p.m. at the Luminary Arts Center. All ages, $10-$15

WEEKLY:

The Minneapolis Farmers Market is open on Lyndale Avenue from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free

Mia of Trivia Mafia hosts trivia in Fulton’s taproom at 5 p.m. Free

Sunday Steam with Paige LaBreche at Hewing Hotel from 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 21+, $65

Beauty & Bubbles drag brunch at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at noon. $15

Church of Cornbread at Palmer's Bar with Cornbread Harris and his band from 5-7 p.m. Ages 21+, free

Roxy’s Cabaret screens a movie for Cult Cinema Sundays. Doors at 7 p.m., movie at 8 p.m. Free entry and popcorn

Dr. Mambo’s Combo performs at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10 cover

RECURRING:

The new Tony Award-winning musical tribute to Michael Jackson, “MJ,” moonwalks into the Orpheum Theatre through May 26. Shows at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up. $50-$199

“Skeleton Crew,” an acclaimed American drama, continues at the Guthrie Theatre, where it runs through June 9. Shows at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Recommended for ages 12 and up. $37+

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MONDAY, MAY 20

Experimental rock band Mr. Bungle headlines First Avenue Otto von Schirach. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $42

Acapella folk music band The Longest Johns perform at the Fine Line with Seán Dagher, voice of Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $22/$25

Local experimental trio rice makes music with analog synths, acoustic instruments, and a wide array of digital tools at Berlin. Show 7 p.m. No cover

MacPhail Center for Music’s elite Dakota Combo performs at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $15

Japanese power-trio Guitar Wolf comes to 7th St Entry with Hans Condor and CELICA. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20/$25

It’s smol dog night at Unleashed Hounds & Hops from 6-8 p.m. $7 per dog

WEEKLY:

Guess the titles and artists of songs played in the taproom as quickly as you (and your team) can during Music Mayhem Trivia at Inbound BrewCo from 7-9 p.m. Free

Genevee Love hosts Superstar Karaoke at Roxy’s Cabaret at 7 p.m. Free

Annie Hayes Wellness puts on a donation-based Dāna Yoga class at Glass House from 6-7 p.m. All ages, $10 suggested donation

Taylar of Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at StormKing Brewpub at 7:30 p.m.

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TUESDAY, MAY 21

Guitar phenom Billy Strings proves why fans of all musical genres – not just bluegrass – are so obsessed with him at the Armory. Show at 7:30 p.m. All ages, sold out

Buffalo Galaxy puts on a Billy Strings pre-party on Day Block Brewing’s patio, not far from the Armory from 4-6 p.m. Free

Sip ‘n Bloom and stylist Amy Seeman present Otherworldly, a runway show and shopping experience, at City Center. Doors at 5 p.m., show at 7 p.m. $75-$120

Upstream Arts holds its annual community celebration and fundraiser at the Luminary Arts Center from 6-9 p.m. Free

Don Was & The Pan-Detroit Ensemble perform at the Dakota. Shows at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. $50-$65

Vincent Lima plays 7th St Entry with Matt Haughey. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $15

WEEKLY:

Unleashed Hounds & Hops hosts Trivia Mafia on its patio from 6-8p.m. Free

Sing your favorite songs on stage at Zhora Darling. Karaoke starts at 9 p.m. Free

Drag Queen Charity Bingo at Roxy’s Cabaret from 7-9 p.m. $10 suggested donation

Fulton Beer hosts an open-play cribbage night on Tuesdays, with a tournament on the first Tuesday of each month, from 6-8 p.m. Bring your own board for a free pint

‍International Reggae Allstars perform at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. $10

Open Mic Night at Acme Comedy Club at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, free

RECURRING:

The new Tony Award-winning musical tribute to Michael Jackson, “MJ,” moonwalks into the Orpheum Theatre through May 26. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up. $50-$199

“Skeleton Crew,” an acclaimed American drama, continues at the Guthrie Theatre, where it runs through June 9. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 12 and up. $34+

History Plays: “Richard II” continues at the Guthrie Theater, where it runs through May 24. Show at 7:30 p.m. $34+