Start the weekend early with Target Free Thursday Nights at the Walker. Catch up on your art-gazing in the galleries, curate your own film fest in the Bentson Mediatheque, or create something new with special pop-up activities—all for free. Invite your friends and revitalize your routine this summer and every Thursday from 5 to 9 pm. For more details, visit walkerart.org.
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Workout
Thursdays, June 7, July 5 & August 2
6 and 7:30 pm
Tired of the drab interior of your local gym? Mix it up this summer outdoords in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden with a special tour that’s part workout, part dance—designed for you to experience art while getting a good burn! Choreographers Abigail Johnson and Annika Hansen will move you through an unforgettable and sweaty trip. All ages and abilities are welcome; wear sneakers and clothes to move in and get ready to get your groove on! 45 minutes.
Terrace Thursdays
June 28, July 12, July 26
Terrace Thursdays are back! Join us on the Walker terraces for unforgettable nights of music, dancing, and great views of the Minneapolis skyline. Meet your friends, grab a drink, and enjoy summer evenings on the Walker rooftop. For fun. For free. For everyone.
Summer Muses
Thursday, June 28
6–10pm
New sounds and new vibes will get your creative juices flowing. Music from City Counselor, Nadine, and Hello Psychaleppo fills the summer sky all night long. Plus, performance artists Jordan Rosenow and Isa Gagarin share new works as you delve into your own art project.
Vogue Night
Thursday, July 12
6–12am
Ever been to a vogue event on the rooftop of a contemporary art museum? The Walker terraces transform for a spectacular night of music, fashion, and fabness, with giveaways, competitions, and more. Wear your summer finery and you just might win best dressed spectator of the night. From 9 to 11pm, jam along to the music during DJ BEARCAT‘s set. Hosted by Fatha Jazz Bordeaux of the House of Bordeaux.
Ruppersberg Review
Thursday, July 26
6–10pm
Dead Media of South Minneapolis hosts a special pop-up record swap, featuring old-time favorites and listening stations. Make your own prints and books with artist Dana LeMoine, groove all night to tunes by Minnesota vinyl group Hipshakers, and catch a dazzling new performance from professional sign spinners by Yumi Janairo Roth.
Tours of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
On select Thursdays this summer, join us for free tours of the Garden in English, Spanish, and Hmong.
Garden Tours in English
Saturdays & Sundays, 12 noon
Thursdays, June 21, July 19, August 23, 6:30 pm
Garden Tours in Spanish
Saturdays, July 7, August 4, 1 pm
Thursdays, June 21, July 19, August 23, 6 pm
Garden Tours in Hmong
Saturday, August 4, 2 pm
Thursdays, June 21, July 19, August 23, 6 pm
To schedule a private tour, email tours@walkerart.org.