Rock the Cradle is The Current’s free annual event for kids and their grownups to explore music, art and culture — perfect for kids up to age 8
Don’t miss the Sportshow, this event is a one stop shop to play, explore and plan your summer adventures.
Is a novel in your future? It’s the 3rd annual Writer Festival with workshops, speakers, and a book fair.
Fish lovers can learn all about aquariums, how they work and see over 100 options this weekend at Augsburg.
March 21-24, Minneapolis
Northwest Sportshow
The Northwest Sportshow delivers four days of fun activities, discounts on the best fishing and hunting products, travel adventures, RV’s and boats, and the largest marketplace for tackle in the United States. Visit outfitters and resorts to plan your next trip or book a vacation. There’s no better place to shop, compare and save! Minneapolis Convention Center. 612-335-6000, 612-335-6035
March 22-23, Rosemount
Rosemount Writers Festival and Book Fair
The 3rd Annual Rosemount Writers Festival and Book Fair will feature one of the Twin Cities’ best crime fiction writers. David Housewright, three-time winner of the Minnesota Book Awards and the Edgar Award, will discuss his award-winning novels and his work in a free-ranging discussion and dinner Friday, March 22, 2019 at 6 p.m. Cash bar available. On Saturday, March 23, enjoy 15 writing-related workshops and a free Book Fair with 60 authors, publishers and vendors! Steeple Center. 952-255-8545
March 23, Minneapolis
Aquarium Expo 2019
See over 100 aquariums, choose from a dozen presentations, browse niche products and talk to local aquarists about the home aquarium and how to be more successful. This free event is great for families considering an aquarium, individuals who want to go deeper with home aquaria, and those who just like viewing fish and aquatic gardens. Hagfors Center at Augsburg University. 651-315-7801
March 23 & 30, Minneapolis
The Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Show
The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic murder mystery dinner show in the United States! This unique, high-energy interactive murder mystery dinner theater experience combines an engaging modern-day whodunit with a full four course meal. Courtyard Marriott Minneapolis Downtown. 866-496-0535
March 24, Minneapolis
Rock the Cradle
Rock the Cradle is The Current’s free annual event for kids and their grownups to explore music, art and culture — perfect for kids up to age 8. Highlights include storytime with author Joseph Kuefler, the science behind “DJing” with DJ Kool Akiem, classical MPR performances, a sensorimotor multimedia program, Kids’ Disco, Pop-Up Story Time, and live music by numerous acts. Minneapolis Institute of Art and Children’s Theatre Company. 612-870-3000
Around the State
March 21-31, Lanesboro
Spring Into Art Festival
March 23-24, Randolph
Randolph Railroad Days 2019
March 23, Little Falls
Habitat Day Event at Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
March 23, Park Rapids
Spring Fling Craft & Vendor Show
March 23-24, Duluth
Arrowhead Auto Body Motorhead Madness
Event Information provided by Explore MN