For The Cannabis Curious
What: Minnesota Monthly’s Inaugural CannaFest
When: June 2
Where: CHS Field, 1771 Energy Park Drive, St. Paul
It couldn’t be timelier for CannaFest to launch this year. Happening the day before GrillFest, the new event features CBD and THC businesses from Minnesota. Expect cannabis-infused beverages, foods, healing products, and more at CHS Field.
Darin Kamnetz
Fire Up the Grill
What: Minnesota Monthly’s 11th Annual GrillFest
When: June 3-4
Where: CHS Field, 1771 Energy Park Drive, St. Paul
Taste your way through grilled foods and sample wines, specialty beers, and cocktails at this kickoff to summer at CHS Field. Test out the hottest grills, gather recipes, and learn how to barbecue like a pro.
Art in the Streets
What: Edina Art Fair
When: June 2-4
Where: 50th and France district, Edina
With a theme of The Art of Connection, this annual event is among the most prestigious outdoor fine art festivals in the Midwest. Browse art across all genres, including glass, fiber, and mixed materials, and enjoy the live entertainment and vintage market.
Locomotive Motivation
What: Train Days
When: June 3-4
Where: Union Depot, 214 Fourth St. E., St. Paul
For the train-lovers in your life, this annual event is a chance to explore train equipment including the Milwaukee Road Steam Locomotive No. 261 and the CPKC Canadian Pacific SD70ACU Locomotive, shop train-themed gear, and explore the depot as trains arrive and depart.
Grand Return
What: Grand Old Day
When: June 4
Where: Grand Avenue, St. Paul
This granddaddy of summer kickoffs is back and features a parade, fun run, car show, drink specials and five stages of live music. The Jayhawks and Bad Bad Hats will headline this one-day festival.
The Art of Disney
What: Immersive Disney Animation
When: Part of Art-A-Whirl activities May 20-21, through Aug. 13
Where: Lighthouse Artspace, 1515 Central Ave. N.E., Minneapolis
Combine a day of Art-A-Whirl studio hopping with a stop by the Immersive Disney Animation exhibit. Lighthouse Artspace guests attending during Art-A-Whirl will receive priority parking in the privately managed lot at 1505 Central Ave.
Mystery’s Afoot
What: Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Orient Express”
When: Through July 2
Where: Guthrie Theater, 818 S. Second St., Minneapolis
The most classic among classic whodunnits, Christie’s train-car murder mystery—whose satisfying twists and memorable characters make for “theatrical entertainment at its best,” artistic director Joseph Haj said in a press release—opened this past weekend and runs through July 2.
Farm to Table
What: Farmer’s Market
When: Every first Wednesday through October
Where: Union Depot, 214 Fourth St. E., St. Paul
Starting this week, the Union Depot Farmer’s Market will open, jam-packed with fresh produce, fresh meals from local vendors, and raffle-style games!
Prom-posal
What: “The Prom”
When: Through June 10
Where: Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, 501 W. 78th St., Chanhassen
This feel-good Tony-nominated performance for Best Musical and winner of Best Musical Score offers laughs, love, and plenty of sparkle complete with an abundant meal for dinner and a show in one spot.
It’s All An Illusion
What: Museum of Illusions at MOA
When: Now open
Where: Second floor, north, Mall of America, 281 Central Parkway, Bloomington
Did your mind play tricks on you or did you really see that room turn upside down, spinning 3-D printed sculpture change shapes, and infinity room of mirrors reflect back at you? This permanent exhibit, with operations around the world, is now open at the Mall of America. Grab some friends and your camera for Instagram-worthy photos and mind-bending activities. Learn the science behind the illusions or challenge your brain with the games on display.
