Minneapolis/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on May 02, 2019
4 totally free events to look forward to in Minneapolis this weekPhoto: Daniel McCullough/Unsplash

Looking for wallet-free ways to spend your time?

Here are four fun things to do around town that won't cost you a dime.

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CoInnovateCS

From the event description:

CoInnovateCS is the world's premier compound semiconductor collaboration event. Held in the US for the first time and co-located with CS MANTECH in Minneapolis on May 2-3, 2019, CoInnovateCS provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with experts in compound semiconductor manufacturing. CoInnovateCS is an intense and interactive one-day event fostering collaboration and innovation across the compound semiconductor supply chain by exploring industry-led, next-generation challenges and opportunities. ... Only at CoInnovateCS will you find a group that is willing to take on industry-wide challenges. You will have an opportunity to showcase your technology, products and business and maybe find your next development partner.

When: Thursday, May 2, 6 p.m.- Friday, May 3, 1:30 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency, 1300 Nicollet Mall
Admission: Free

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Canopy by Hilton Grand Opening // I AM KINDNESS Gallery Show

From the event description:

Join us in celebrating the Grand Opening of Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis on Friday, May 3. This unique evening will be focused on community and kindness. Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis has partnered with I AM | Sarah Edwards for an art show in which you can't buy art with money, but with acts of kindness. The show features some of the most incredible artists in the Twin Cities. The evening will include kindness infused cocktails brought to you by Prairie Organic Spirits and beer provided by our friends at Fulton Beer.

When: Friday, May 3, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District, 708 Third St. South
Admission: Free

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Vini d'Italia Walk-Around Wine Tasting featuring over EIGHT Italian Producers

From the event description:

North Loop Wine & Spirits is thrilled to host Vini d'Italia — an Italian Wine Tasting featuring EIGHT + Producers and Winemakers. This is a rare opportunity and is not to be missed. Minneapolis has only hosted Vini d'Italy once in the last 20 years! Try over 40 wines in various styles and pricepoints during this walk-around wine tasting!

When: Sunday, May 5, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Where: North Loop Wine & Spirits Cellar, 218 N. Washington Ave.
Admission: Free

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Andrew Yang in Minneapolis, MN!

From the event description:

Humanity First Tour - Andrew Yang comes to Minneapolis, MN! Join presidential candidate Andrew Yang in Minneapolis, MN on May 5th as part of his nation-wide Humanity First tour. With automation threatening one-third of all American jobs, it's time the country started talking seriously about real solutions.

When: Sunday, May 5, 3-5 p.m.
Where: Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley St. NE
Admission: Free

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