BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//W♥M - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:W♥M X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wheartm.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for W♥M REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T220000 DTSTAMP:20260619T073958 CREATED:20260408T203542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T203542Z UID:56847-1778770800-1778882400@wheartm.com SUMMARY:Mpls: NECANN Minnesota Cannabis Convention (May 14-15\, 2026) DESCRIPTION:As Minnesota’s legal cannabis market begins to take shape\, one of the nation’s largest and longest-running cannabis industry events is bringing the conversation—and the opportunity—directly to Minneapolis. \nThe NECANN Minnesota Cannabis Convention will take place May 14–15\, 2026 at the Minneapolis Convention Center\, marking the organization’s first-ever event in the state and a key milestone for Minnesota’s emerging cannabis ecosystem. \nFor two days\, the convention will transform the venue into a hub of education\, networking\, and discovery—welcoming cannabis industry professionals\, retailers\, entrepreneurs\, adjacent brands\, and the canna-curious public looking to better understand what’s next. \nEvent Highlights Include: \n Direct access to 120+ exhibiting companies showcasing the latest products\, services\, and innovations\n Educational sessions with over 60 expert speakers delivering facts\, trends\, and practical information tailored to Minnesota’s unique market opportunities\n High-value B2B networking with thousands of industry professionals\n Focused programming tracks covering retail & brands\, science & technology\, regulations\, marketing\, business\, and finance\n Opportunities to build partnerships and explore growth strategies in a rapidly developing market \n“We are thrilled to announce our first-ever cannabis convention in Minnesota\,” said Marc Shepard\, Founder and President of NECANN. “We invite industry leaders\, entrepreneurs\, and professionals to join us for a powerful two days of education\, exploration\, and community building. This is a unique opportunity to connect with experts\, discover new products and services\, and help shape the future of Minnesota’s cannabis market.” \nHaving successfully produced 52 events that have drawn over 150\,000 attendees across multiple markets since 2014\, NECANN is partnering with local cannabis leaders from Legacy Cup\, Minnesota Women’s Cannabis Collective\, North Bloom magazine\, and the Minnesota Craft Cannabis Guild to bring its proven formula of education\, networking\, and business connections to Minnesota. \nWhile the event is rooted in industry expertise\, NECANN Minnesota is intentionally designed to be approachable and informative for newcomers\, offering a welcoming entry point for those looking to engage with the space for the first time. \nAs Minnesota’s cannabis market continues to develop\, NECANN’s arrival signals a key milestone—bringing together the people\, ideas\, and momentum driving the industry forward. \nEvent Hours: \n Thursday\, May 14\, 2026: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n Friday\, May 15\, 2026: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nAdmission: \n General Admission tickets available online at necann.com or at the door (cash only)\n Free 2-Day Pass available for cannabis license holders and qualified buyers (apply here) \nFor tickets\, registration\, qualified buyer applications\, and full event details\, visit: \nMinnesota Convention \n \nNote: This is a strictly business\, networking\, and educational event. No cannabis sales\, distribution\, or consumption are permitted on-site. \n### \nAbout NECANN\nSince 2014\, NECANN has hosted the largest and most comprehensive series of regionally focused cannabis industry events in the United States. Known for delivering exceptional value and return on investment for both exhibitors and attendees\, NECANN produces conventions that serve as essential hubs for business development\, education\, and community in emerging and established cannabis markets. Each event is curated around the local market\, connecting operators and service providers with the right partners\, resources\, and consumers to strengthen regional ecosystems. The organization’s events have become must-attend gatherings for operators\, brands\, retailers\, suppliers\, and advocates across the country\, drawing over 150\,000 attendees and 6\,000+ exhibitors. \nSocial Share\n Share on Add Us (Opens in new window)\n Add Us\n \n Share on Instagram (Opens in new window)\n Instagram\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://wheartm.com/event/mpls-necann-minnesota-cannabis-convention-may-14-15-2026/ LOCATION:Minneapolis Convention Center\, 1301 2nd Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States CATEGORIES:Minneapolis ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wheartm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/NECANN.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T235959 DTSTAMP:20260619T073958 CREATED:20260329T141653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T141653Z UID:54384-1778803200-1778889599@wheartm.com SUMMARY:Mpls: Ingrid Andress at 7th St Entry (May 15\, 2026 ) DESCRIPTION:Friday\nMay\n15\n2026\n7th St Entry\nIngrid Andress\nwith Hailey James \nIngrid Andress 5/15/26 \n \nSocial Share\n Share on Add Us (Opens in new window)\n Add Us\n \n Share on Instagram (Opens in new window)\n Instagram\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://wheartm.com/event/mpls-ingrid-andress-at-7th-st-entry-may-15-2026/ LOCATION:7th Street Entry\, 701 N 1st Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Minneapolis ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wheartm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IngridAndress-051526-1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T235959 DTSTAMP:20260619T073958 CREATED:20260329T141847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T072251Z UID:54391-1778803200-1778889599@wheartm.com SUMMARY:Mpls: The Paper Kites at First Avenue (May 15\, 2026) DESCRIPTION:The Paper Kites at First Avenue (May 15\, 2026)\n\n\nMay 15\, 2026 Friday\nThe Paper Kites\nwith Donovan Woodsat First Avenuefirst-avenue.com\n\nThe Paper Kites returns to Minneapolis\, playing First Avenue\, on May 15\, 2026.\n\n\n The Paper Kites \n\n\nWe saw Paper Kites in July 2016 and said\, “The Paper Kites (Sam Bentley\, Christina Lacy\, Dave Powys\, Sam Rasmussen\, and Josh Bentley) said they love\, love playing Minneapolis. Their fanbase here is incredible\, and they just love the audience (which were mostly young college-bound or college students). There is something hopelessly romantic about the Paper Kites’ songs that speaks to their fans. In fact\, singer Sam Bentley said that they filmed two music videos in Minneapolis\, which would make them “practically Minnesotans”. They had enough songs to make for a full set from their two albums States and twelvefour\, and that meant no cover songs. They took out the banjo to play two songs\, starting with ‘Bloom’\, followed by ‘St Clarity’\, both songs were incredibly well-received. Prior to playing ‘A Silent Cause’\, Bentley told this story about how he got really sick at the Winnipeg Folk Festival (which just took place July 7-10\, 2016)\, and during their 40-min to their hotel\, he threw up in his backpack!”\n\n\nDonovan Woods to open.\nSocial Share\n Share on Add Us (Opens in new window)\n Add Us\n \n Share on Instagram (Opens in new window)\n Instagram\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://wheartm.com/event/mpls-the-paper-kites-at-first-avenue-may-15-2026/ LOCATION:First Avenue\, 701 N 1st Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Minneapolis ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wheartm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ThePaperKites-051526-1080v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T235959 DTSTAMP:20260619T073958 CREATED:20260501T233234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T100035Z UID:60563-1778803200-1779062399@wheartm.com SUMMARY:Art-A-Whirl\, Minneapolis (May 15-17\, 2026) DESCRIPTION:Art-A-Whirl\, Minneapolis (May 15-17\, 2026)\n\n\nMay 15\, 2026 Friday\nMay 16\, 2026 Saturday\nMay 17\, 2026 Sundayday\nArt-A-Whirl\nat Northeast Minneapolis\nnemaa.org\n\nTaking place at various locations in Northeast Minneapolis this weekend is the 31st Anniversary of Art-A-Whirl.\n\n\n\nArt-A-Whirl® Weekend\nNORTHEAST MINNEAPOLIS \nFriday 5–10pm\nSaturday 12–8pm\nSunday 12–5pm\n\n\n \n\n Lucy Michelle \n\n\nWe saw Art-A-Whirl Last Year and wrote: “The 30th Art-A-Whirl in Northeast Minneapolis had a lot going on\, as highlighted in our preview. The pretty cold weather may have been a deterrent for some\, but there was plenty to see as it got going around noon on Saturday\, May 17th. I swung over to Eastside Coop\, just as vendor tents and the stage were getting opened. And while it looked a little empty at first\, even as the first band\, 26 Bats! got through their sound check\, it had started filling up with people.” \n\nSocial Share\n Share on Add Us (Opens in new window)\n Add Us\n \n Share on Instagram (Opens in new window)\n Instagram\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://wheartm.com/event/art-a-whirl-minneapolis-may-15-17-2026/ LOCATION:Various Venues\, United States CATEGORIES:Minneapolis ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wheartm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/art-a-whirl2026.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR