Art-A-Whirl is back, and it’s as massive as ever.
The Northeast Minneapolis arts festival can be overwhelming, with more than 1,600 artists showcasing work at more than 100 spots, to say nothing of the heap of concerts, live performances, and food options.
For first-timers, the sprawl can be a turn-off, but that’s also what makes it manageable. There’s not a single place you have to go. Activities and events are spread out across district, and there delightful things happening around every corner, from collage stations to free portrait sessions, puppet shows to making art with dogs…