4/4/2024 -- Weekend Events Preview

TWIN CITIES WEEKEND PREVIEW — KEEPING YOU BUSY ✔

Today is April 4th.

Here is what’s going on in the Twin Cities this weekend.

Twins Opening Weekend ⚾

After opening up the season with two road series, the Twins return to Target Field for their home opener against the Cleveland Guardians. Here is all of the important information you need to know before heading to the ballpark:

When: Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. All games are in the afternoon.

Tickets: The Twins recently added 2,000 more standing room only tickets for $20. Other tickets start at around $30. Get them here.

The Food: Radio personality Jason Derusha recently tried all of the new food at Target Field. Read his review here.

Promos: The games on Saturday and Sunday will feature beanie giveaways. First 10,000 fans on Saturday and first 5,000 kids on Sunday will receive them.

Everything Else: My favorite Twins blog, Twins Daily, released its annual comprehensive guide to Target Field. They give tips on the best seats, best food, best parking, and some hidden gems in the ballpark. Definitely worth the read.

Pontoon in Right Field: And in true Minnesota fashion, there is now a pontoon “suite” in right field

Food 🌯

🌯 Did you know today is National Burrito Day? My personal favorite is the Korean BBQ Beef Burrito from World Street Kitchen. Seriously, if you haven’t been to WSK, take my advice and got snag one of these burritos with their fries this weekend. Need some other advice? Check out this Reddit Thread that is loaded with great recommendations.

🥖 New Restaurant Opening: Picnic in Linden Hills is now open after months of remodeling what used to be the Clancy’s sandwich shop. Their menu features not only picnic boards, but also a variety of sandwiches, snacks, and plenty of cheese.

🚚 With spring knocking on our door, get ready for food trucks to start coming out of hibernation. This weekend, you can try out some of the Twin Cities best food trucks at the Prior Lake Food Truck Festival happening on Saturday. Learn more here.  

🏆 James Beard Finalists: Three Twin Cities chefs/restaurants were named finalists for the elite James Beard award.

Oro by Nixta (Best New Restaurant)

Ann Ahmed of Khâluna (Best Chef, Midwest)

Christina Nguyen of Hai Hai (Best Chef, Midwest)

Music 🎙

❯ Nur-D and the Minnesota Orchestra | Orchestra Hall | 4/5 | $33+ | more info

❯ Dan + Shay with Ben Rector and Hailey Whitters | Xcel Energy Center | 4/6 | $34.50+ | more info

❯ St. Paul Chamber Orchestra with Anne-Marie McDermott | Ordway Concert Hall | 4/5, 4/6, 4/7 | $55 | more info

❯ Fall Out Boy with Jimmy Eat World and Carr | Target Center | 4/6 | $53+ | more info

❯ Chris Stapleton with Lainey Wilson and Marcus King | U.S. Bank Stadium | 4/6 | $54.50+ | more info

❯ Semisonic with Laamar | Palace Theatre | 4/6 | $45+ | more info

❯ Connor Price | Uptown Theater | 4/5 | $35+ | more info

❯ Marvin Gaye Tribute "What's Goin' On" | Bunkers | 4/5, 4/6 | $20+ | more info

❯ Action Bronson | First Avenue | 4/5 | $39.50+ | more info

❯ Sampha | First Avenue | 4/6 | $35+ | more info

Sports

🏒 Wild vs Jets | Xcel Center | 4/6 | $59+ | More Info

⚾ Gopher Baseball vs Illinois | Siebert Field | 4/ 5,6,7 | $9 | More Info

⚽ Minnesota United vs Salt Lake City | Allianz Field | 4/6 | $23 | More Info

Miscellaneous…Something for Everyone

❯ 1980’s Prom Night | Minneapolis Cider Company | 4/6 | $19 | More Info

❯ Love and Other Things That Ruined My Life | Dudley Riggs Theater | Opens 4/2 and runs through 5/12 | 4 /5,6 | $40+ |More Info

❯ Goldy’s Run | 5K, 10K and Kids run at Huntington Stadium to Support the University of MN Masonic Children’s Hospital | 4/7 |  More Info

❯ The New Eagle Creek Saloon | Walker Art |  4/ 5,6,7 | $16 | More Info

❯ The Color Purple | Ritz Theater | 4/ 5,6,7 | $35+  | More Info

❯ Twin Cities Auto Show | Minneapolis Convention Center | 4/ 5,6,7 | $6 | More Info

❯ A Midsummer Night’s Dream | Performed by The Company of Ballet Co.Laboratory | Luminary Arts Center | 4/6,7 | $35 | More Info

Bonus: Sensory-Friendly Festival

The Fraser Festival is a sensory-friendly event held on April 6 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre in downtown St. Paul. It promotes inclusivity, welcoming people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds,with accommodations tailored to individuals with sensory processing differences such as autism and other disabilities. They are offering support for those sensitive to stimuli like loud noises and bright lights in order to ensure that everyone can fully participate and enjoy the festivities.

The event is free. You can also register ahead of time to get free parking. Learn more here.