Puppies, yoga, Como Ave. Jug Band: Freeloader Friday

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Linnea M. Doyle, Air Traffic at Art-A-Whirl
Thanks to Art-A-Whirl, there are tons of gallery happenings this weekend. But there are also many other things to do, including a Hmong storytelling/film fest, a handful of street festivals, outdoor concerts, and a party honoring the greatest weed of them all, the dandelion.

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Craftstravaganza, "Kitsch," SooVAC: Freeloader Friday

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L-R: Lori Esposito at SooVAC, Soup Hunter at Crafstravaganza, Jil Evans for "Flood"
This edition of Freeloader Friday features plenty of last-minute ideas for Mother's Day, a fun bike ride, daylong music shows, and a surprising number of rock shows on Sunday.

Come take a look at our list and plan your weekend.

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Cinco de Mayhem, Kentucky Derby, MayDay Fest: Freeloader Friday

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Cinco de Mayo in West Side ST. Paul
The weekend is finally here. Will there be snow? Regardless of weather shenanigans, people will be out looking for a good time.

Come take a look at our list of free things to do and plan your fun.

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West Bank Ride, Saint Paul Art Crawl: Freeloader Friday

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Claudia Stack Kremer for Saint Paul Art Crawl
The weekend is finally here, and the snow is melting. There's plenty of free stuff to do, and even a few things happening outdoors. Come take a look at our list and plan your weekend.

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Record Store Day, vegan bake sale, Andrew Zimmern: Freeloader Friday

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Dzine for "Victory," Public Functionary's opening show
The weekend is finally here, snow and all. As always, there's plenty of free stuff to do. Take a look at our list and plan your weekend.

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Gig posters, yarn shop hop, Black Church Service: Freeloader Friday

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"The National Poster Retrospecticus in Minneapolis" at CO Exhibitions
There may be snow on the ground, but that doesn't mean you have to stay at home. Come check out our list of free things to do and plan your weekend.

Not free, but also this weekend:

Crash & Burn 2 at Acme Comedy Co.
Top 10 thrillers screening at MSPIFF
Oscar Wilde and Gross Indecency at Minneapolis Theatre Garage

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Bikes, beer, dogs, dysentery: Freeloader Friday

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Math.i for "Visceral Dysentery" at SooVAC Thumbnail: It Must Be Love Shannon Pettini for "ARTCRANK MSP"
It's a big weekend here in the Twin Cities, and there's lots of big free things to do. Come check out our list and plan your weekend without wrecking your wallet.

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Richard Hell, 30 Days of Biking: Freeloader Friday

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This edition of Freeloader Friday features two fun bike rides in celebration of 30 Days of Biking. Also this weekend is an all black attire dance party, a CD-release show for Southwire, a reading from punk legend Richard Hell, and much more. Come take a look at our list and plan your weekend.

See also:
30 Days of Biking kicks off Saturday
Richard Hell: I'm more at ease now in my own skin


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Pink Mink, 'Juicy Steak Moustache II': Freeloader Friday

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A storefront designed by Mary Jane Mansfield for Artists in Storefronts
This installment of Freeloader Friday features several trippy gallery shows sure to expand your mind (or at least dazzle your eyes). There's also plenty of free music, a sports film fest featuring local actors and athletes, workshops, and open houses.

Take a look at our list and plan your weekend.

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St. Pat's Day, Andy Warhol: Freeloader Friday

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Sarah Stacke, Riverside Plaza West Bank for "Overexposure"
The holiday weekend is upon us, and with it comes the great potential for a hangover. This edition of Freeloader Friday has St. Patrick's Day parades, parties, and concerts. Not into the celebration? There are also a ton of really neat art shows opening, including pieces from Andy Warhol, thousands of photos from local folks at CO Exhibitions, and a new exhibition at the Burnet Gallery.

Take a look at our list and plan your weekend.

Related content:
Aria's Warhol exhibit features work from his time in Minneapolis

Overexposure presents social engagement photography at CO Exhibitions


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