7 reasons why this is the biggest weekend of the year

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This is it folks - in the Twin Cities arts scene, this weekend is the highpoint of summer. Whether you're into theater, art, playing with fire, or role-playing, this weekend is for you.

1. Minnesota Fringe Festival

2. Loring Park Art Festival

3. Powderhorn Art Fair

4. Uptown Art Fair

5. Franconia Sculpture Park Hot Metal Pour

6. The Minneapolis Institute of Arts' annual Art Swap

7. Live Action Role Playing at the Walker Art Center

So what will you be doing this weekend?

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