Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do over Memorial Day Weekend

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – From the Kickoff to Summer at the Fair to Minnesota Twins game festivities, there’s plenty to do this holiday weekend. 

Kickoff to Summer at the Fair

• Minnesota State Fairgrounds
• May 22-25
• Tickets are $13 online

This is the fifth Kickoff to Summer at the Fair, featuring a Minnesota State Fair preview to start the summer. This year’s event will feature the 2024 fair hit food, Deep-Fried Ranch Dressing, several food vendors, a puzzle hunt, and other festivities. More information here.

Minnesota Twins weekend windup at Target Field

• Target Field, Minneapolis
• May 23-25
• Cost varies

The Minnesota Twins are hosting various events this weekend, including Star Wars Night at Friday’s Twins game against the Kansas City Royals. A purchase of a theme night package includes your seat at the game. Then on Saturday, it’s Royce Lewis City Connect Bobblehead night, with the first 10,000 fans getting a bobblehead. Saturday is also 612 Saturday, featuring $6 drinks, $1 snacks and $2 food at Gate 34. Sunday is Minecraft Move Day during the 1:10 p.m. Twins vs. Royals game. Sunday is also kids day at Target Field. 

Remembering George Floyd

• Various locations in Minneapolis
• May 23-25
• Most events are free to attend

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There are various events to remember George Floyd, five years after he was killed by Minneapolis police. There will be services, candlelight vigils, concerts and more this weekend. Find a list of events here. 

Duluth Dylan Fest 

• Various locations in Duluth
• May 18-25
• Cost various, some events are free

There are various events planned for Duluth’s Dylan Fest this weekend, including a singer-songwriter contest, a birthday party, a memorial lecture, a radio show and other events. Find a list of things to do here. 

Pig races in Fairmont

• Downtown Fairmont
• May 24
• Cost varies

Head to downtown Fairmont on Saturday for an evening of pig racing. There will be live pig races, pork chops on a stick, you can meet Marty the Pig, and there will be pork-themed desserts. Find more information here.