The delights of meteorological summer are all around us. It’s time for sunshine, music festivals, activities in nature, road trips, patio excursions, and lots more.

For the months of June, July, and August, we will provide a weekly look at what is happening in the Twin Cities region and greater Minnesota. Each Monday throughout the season, you’ll find new posts about events, entertainment, and recreation curated by our team and collaborators.

Below is a schedule, which we’ll update with links as the stories publish. Time to grab some shades, because this season is shining bright.

June 6: Where to enjoy live music outdoors

A rundown of patios with regular (and often free) live music, and a look at the big outdoor concerts in the region.

June 13: Big events for Pride and Juneteenth

June is Pride Month, and there are a lot of exciting events happening in the Twin Cities. Same goes for Juneteenth weekend events.

June 20: Food and craft beer events across Minnesota

Here’s a selection of events to snack and sip your way through summer.

June 27: Plan a Rochester road trip

With the Down by the Riverside, forWARD, and Global Music Series concerts happening all summer long, here’s how to make the most of a Rochester getaway.

July 4: National Ice Cream Month & Music at Franconia

Tips for top ice cream and frozen treat options throughout the Twin Cities — as music genres. Plus, take a day trip to the Taylors Falls area to check out the Franconia Sculpture Park and music on select weekends.

July 11: Road trip records

Check out a playlist and picks for albums to soundtrack summer adventures.

July 18: Music-themed murals and public art

A new Prince mural in downtown Minneapolis is one of many grand musical spectacles sprinkled across the state.

July 25: Where to beat the heat

A guide for indoor and outdoor options to cool off from the blazing sun.

August 1: Landscape mixtape

Where to enjoy Minnesota’s great outdoors — experiencing nearly every type of terrain the state has to offer.

August 8: Food at the State Fair

Every year, the Minnesota State Fair delivers a mix of tried-and-true food favorites, and a selection of bizarre new creations. Get inspired with our guide to live music and food pairings.

August 15: Wacipi (Pow Wow) & Adam Turman Artventure

Learn more about the annual Wacipi in Shakopee, hosted by Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC), on August 19-21. Right now, check out a tour of St. Louis Park and Golden Valley featuring Adam Turman’s artwork.

August 22: Music at the State Fair

The 2022 Minnesota State Fair has a huge variety of music each day. Check out this curated guide to each day.

August 29: Fall Concerts

With summer ending, the music still rolls on. Get ready for a busy autumn of live entertainment.

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Andrés Guzmán is a Peruvian-born artist/illustrator based in Minneapolis. He has been drawing all his life. His favorite tools as of late include India ink and iPad. He enjoys eating spicy meals and pistachios.