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Top Things to Do in April in Saint Paul

The arrival of spring means there are plenty of things to do in April in Saint Paul. From family-friendly events to art crawls and concerts, these events are the perfect reason to get out of the house, smell the flowers and have some fun.

John Mayer | April 1

See John Mayer on stage at Xcel Energy Center for his first ever solo acoustic tour.
Xcel Energy Center 199 West Kellogg Boulevard
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Metropolitan Ballet presents Sleeping Beauty | April 2 | 2pm

Experience the glory and wonder of Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty at the Fitzgerald Theater.
Fitzgerald Theatre 10 E Exchange S
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Framed: Step into Art at Minnesota Children’s Museum | Through May 7

Kids are invited to explore art from the inside out at this exhibit featuring a 3D world of four well-known paintings.
Minnesota Children’s Museum 10 West Seventh Street
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The Revolutionists | through April 16

Get over to Park Square Theatre for the last production of their 2023 season, presenting this story of four women caught up in the French Resolution.
Park Square Theatre 20 West 7th Place

Minnesota Wild home games | April 3, 8, 11

The Minnesota Wild wrap up the regular season with 3 home games in April. The team takes on Vegas, St. Louis and Winnipeg at Xcel Energy Center.
Xcel Energy Center 199 West Kellogg Boulevard
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Spring Fling at Bell Museum | April 4-9

Visit the temporary exhibit Snow: Tiny Crystals, Global Impact, dive into the special properties of water at the gallery cart Inside Ice, and learn about spring constellations in the planetarium show Minnesota Night Skies.
Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W
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St. Paul Saints Season Opening Homestand | April 4-9

The St. Paul Saints season at CHS Field kicks off with 6 games against the Iowa Cubs. In addition to great baseball, game-day promotions include a Saints hoodie giveaway, National Burrito Day celebration, Friday night fireworks, hugging world record and Easter egg hunt.
CHS Field 360 N Broadway St,
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Action for Earth at Science Museum of Minnesota | Opens April 7

From interactive presentations by museum scientists to guided activities on the front plaza, the Science Museum will focus on exhibits and experiences showing how climate matters in big and small ways. Through June 4 with an Earth Day event on April 22.
Science Museum of Minnesota 120 W. Kellogg Blvd
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Easter Sip N’ Bloom at The Naughty Greek | April 8 | 2-3pm

A team of master florists will guide you through creating a beautiful bouquet, just in time for your Easter tablescape.
The Naughty Greek 2400 University Avenue West

St. Paul Art Crawl | April 14-16, April 21-23, April 28-30 and May 5-7

The St. Paul Art Collective presents 4 weekends to explore the work of hundreds of talented local artists, live music and dance in galleries, shared spaces and artist lofts throughout the city. Did you know: The St. Paul Art Crawl is the longest running art crawl in the United States.
Locations vary each weekend. Check the website for details.

Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 | April 14 & 15

Discover the dynamic range of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra’s musicians as soloists within a unified, self-led ensemble. Includes a soft meditation written by Josef Suk at the start of World War I, Bernhard Crusell’s “Grand” clarinet concerto, and one of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s most well-known symphonies.
Ordway Concert Hall 345 Washington Street
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POP Cats 2023 | April 15-16

It’s a cat wonderland! If you’re looking for a fun-packed experience fueled by the spirit of cats, pop, and art, then make your way to Union Depot for adoption catios, artists, music, and photo ops. A portion of profits benefits participant cat organizations.
Union Depot 14 4th St E
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Queer Circus at Can Can Wonderland | April 15 | 9 pm-midnight

Every 3rd Saturday of the month, Can Can Wonderland hosts an all-inclusive 21+ cirque-lesque experience with drag, dance, burlesque, circus, music and clowns.
Can Can Wonderland 755 Prior Avenue North, Suite #004

Spring Flower Show | through April 30

The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory will be decked out in formal topiaries, along with thousands of tulips, daffodils, ranunculus, foxglove, acorus, hydrangea, hyacinth, and pansies - sure to provide some color therapy to those weary of winter.
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Drive

St. Paul Saints Home Games | April 18-23

Get over to CHS Field and cheer on the Saints. Weekly promotions include Sun Country Travel Tuesdays, Explore Minnesota Wednesdays, Thirsty Thursdays, Friday Night Fireworks, Treasure Island Saturdays and Cub Family Sundays.
CHS Field 360 N Broadway St,
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Twin Cities True Vintage Show | April 22 | 10am-4pm

Shop high quality, unique vintage clothing and antique textiles from the 1800s to 1970s. Over 30 dealers will have their wares on display. Stop into Lake Monster Brewing for a sip after you shop.
Paikka 550 Vandalia St #165

Party for the Planet | April 22-23 | 10am-4pm

Bring the family out for Como’s annual Earth Day and conservation celebration. Crafts, activities and interpretive opportunities about the earth’s amazing animals and plants will educate you on ways to protect them.
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Drive

April Star Party | April 28 | 8:30-10pm

Head over to Bell Museum for the evening where they’ll have telescopes set up for you to observe the Moon and deep-space objects. Inside, their expert astronomy team will guide you through the night sky and highlight cosmic sights in the planetarium. Free and fun for all ages.
Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Avenue W

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