Things to do in Minnesota: 6 things to do this weekend (July 25-27)
File photo of fireworks at Aquatennial.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - From watching fireworks at Aquatennial to browsing art vendors in Loring Park, there are plenty of things to do this weekend in Minnesota.
Here are five things to do this weekend, July 25-27.
Aquatennial
- Minneapolis
- Wednesday, July 23 to Saturday, July 26
- Free to attend
Minneapolis’ annual Aquatennial celebration is back with parades, live music, fireworks and more. The festivities run from Wednesday, July 23 to Saturday, July 26. A full guide of events and things to do at Aquatennial can be found here.
Loring Park Art Festival
- Loring Park, Minneapolis
- July 26-July 27
- Free to attend
Get ready for two days of art, music, food and entertainment at the Loring Park Art Festival this weekend. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 26, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 27.
A full list of participating artists, food vendors, activities and more, can be found here.
ThriftCon
- Minneapolis Convention Center
- Saturday, July 26
- Ticketed event
ThriftCon brings more than 100 sellers showcasing vintage clothing, collectible items, furniture, home goods and more. Saturday’s event is happening from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adult admission at the door is $20, while children 13 and under can enter for free. More information can be found here.
W.E. Chalk Festival
- West End of St. Louis Park
- July 26-July 27
- Free to attend
The second annual WE Chalk Fest is back in St. Louis Park, where 15-20 local and national chalk artists will craft their one-of-a-kind creations. In addition to the chalk art, there will be food trucks, art vendors and more. The family-friendly event takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. this weekend in The Shops at West End in St. Louis Park.
More information can be found on the events Facebook page here.
St. Paul Water Lantern Festival
- Phalen Park Beach House, St. Paul
- Saturday, July 26
- Ticketed event
Get ready for an enchanted evening at the Water Lantern Festival in St. Paul. Enjoy live music, food trucks, vendors, and a scavenger hunt ahead of the main event. As the sun sets, release your personalized lantern and watch it illuminate the water.
Tickets are required for the event, which runs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday. More information can be found online here.
Minnesota Twins vs. Washington Nationals
- Target Field, Minneapolis
- Games Friday through Sunday
- Tickets required
The Minnesota Twins host the Washington Nationals on Friday at 7:10 p.m., Saturday at 6:10 p.m. and Sunday at 1:10 p.m. Friday's game will feature a postgame laser show, Saturday's game features the Bailey Ober City Connect jersey and Sunday's game will feature a kids back-to-school backpack. Next at bat, the Twins take on the Boston Red Sox at home from Monday-Wednesday. For more info and to buy tickets, click here.