Calendar of Events
Our programming includes many art classes and events both free and paid for anyone who is passionate about puppetry! Events are typically hosted at different venues around Minneapolis, and include offerings that are all ages, family friendly, as well as programs for kids, tweens and teens. You can subscribe to our enewsletter and stay up to date on all we have to offer.
Valentines Sip & Puppet
Looking for a fun activity for Valentine's Day? Join us for a puppet making workshop at HOBT on Feb. 14th for 3 hours of puppet making, connections and light snacks. We will be making Finger Puppets!
Come back for the Finger Follies in the evening - tickets included in the price of this activity
Finger Puppet Follies
Come see the Finger Puppet Follies: A Valentine's Day Puppet Slam!
Local artists will perform an original, tiny 8-10 minute puppetry piece.
Come see the intricate, the minuscule, the teeny-tiny, itsy-bitsy fine art of finger puppets!
Partially funded by Puppet Slam Network.
Puppets in Progress
"Puppets in Progress" a gathering space for artists and puppet enthusiasts.
A space to connect in time and space A space to share and witness
- Are you looking for an accountability group?
- Would you like a cohort to brainstorm with, to showcase your work and get feedback?
lightly led/coordinated by Felicia Cooper and Steve Ackerman
* Free
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
First Saturday Storytime
Join us for First Saturday Storytime with Chelly and her sidekick Turnip the Dog!
All are welcome. Free!
Puppets in Progress
"Puppets in Progress" a gathering space for artists and puppet enthusiasts.
A space to connect in time and space A space to share and witness
- Are you looking for an accountability group?
- Would you like a cohort to brainstorm with, to showcase your work and get feedback?
lightly led/coordinated by Felicia Cooper and Steve Ackerman
* Free
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
First Saturday Storytime
Join us for First Saturday Storytime with Chelly and her sidekick Turnip the Dog!
All are welcome. Free!
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
Puppets in Progress
"Puppets in Progress" a gathering space for artists and puppet enthusiasts.
A space to connect in time and space A space to share and witness
- Are you looking for an accountability group?
- Would you like a cohort to brainstorm with, to showcase your work and get feedback?
lightly led/coordinated by Felicia Cooper and Steve Ackerman
* Free
Puppets in Progress
"Puppets in Progress" a gathering space for artists and puppet enthusiasts.
A space to connect in time and space A space to share and witness
- Are you looking for an accountability group?
- Would you like a cohort to brainstorm with, to showcase your work and get feedback?
lightly led/coordinated by Felicia Cooper and Steve Ackerman
* Free
HOBT Summer Puppet Camp: June Session
HOBT Puppet Camp will take place June 22-26, 2026 and August 31-September 4, 2026! Your child will be able to explore the materials and create with others.
HOBT Summer Puppet Camp: August Session
HOBT Puppet Camp will take place June 22-26, 2026 and August 31-September 4, 2026! Your child will be able to explore the materials and create with others.
Finger Puppet Follies
** All proceeds from this performance will go towards the Mpls Phillips Neighborhood GoFundMe!
Come see the Finger Puppet Follies: A Valentine's Day Puppet Slam!
Local artists will perform an original, tiny 8-10 minute puppetry piece.
Come see the intricate, the minuscule, the teeny-tiny, itsy-bitsy fine art of finger puppets!
Partially funded by Puppet Slam Network.
First Saturday Storytime
Join us for First Saturday Storytime with Chelly and her sidekick Turnip the Dog!
All are welcome. Free!
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
Groundhog Day Celebration!
"Come enjoy a shadow puppet show, and then stick around to make shadow puppets of your own...
Puppets in Progress!
Puppets in Progress: a gathering space for artists and puppet enthusiasts.
A space to connect in time and space
A space to share and witness
Third Tuesday of each month. Free. Come join us!
Are You Thirsty?
Are You Thirsty?
A revival of the 2008 performance by In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre*.
“Thirsty” just wants a drink of Water! But first they must explore a myriad of questions contained in that one precious sip.
This project is sponsored by the Hennepin History Museum with funds from the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, and the Minnesota Department of Health" as part of the Circle of Water exhibit
FREE - All are Welcome!
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
First Saturday Storytime
Join us for First Saturday Storytime with Chelly and her sidekick Turnip the Dog!
All are welcome. Free!
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
FULL - Mask Making Workshops
FULL - Please sign up for a wait list.
Come join us for a Mask Making Workshop!
Free. Registration required.
View event to register!
Winter Solstice
We are partnering with several Twin Cities organizations and artists to bring warmth and light to the shortest day of the year. On December 20th we'll gather from 6-9 pm, meeting at the Powderhorn Park Rec Center.
All events are free, open to the public, and for all ages!
ASL interpreter available at the event
This event is sponsored by the Minneapolis Foundation.
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
FULL - Mask Making Workshops
FULL. - Please sign up for a wait list.
Come join us for a Mask Making Workshop!
Free. Registration required.
View event to register!
FULL - Mask Making Workshops
FULL * Please sign up for a waitlist spot.
Come join us for a Mask Making Workshop!
Free. Registration required.
View event to register!
Lantern Workshop
We are partnering with several organizations and artists to host Lantern workshops in the community! Please see flyer for dates, times and locations.
Led by puppetry artists Tara Fahey, Dominique Herskind, Kallie Melvin, Eva Adderley, Malia Burkhart and Heather Hinrich.
This event is sponsored by the Minneapolis Foundation.
Trees Are Cool!
Trees are Cool introduces its young audience to a Grandmother Squirrel who teaches us to plant trees for the benefit of future generations. Told through puppetry, song, and even some tree jokes, Trees are Cool is a delightful and educational show that illuminates just how cool trees are.
Free and open to All. Geared towards ages 7-11
FULL - Mask Making Workshops
FULL * Please sign up for a waitlist spot.
Come join us for a Mask Making Workshop!
Free. Registration required.
View event to register!
First Saturday Storytime
Join us for First Saturday Storytime with Chelly and her sidekick Turnip the Dog!
All are welcome. Free!
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
FULL - Large Puppet build workshop
Come build a large Alebrije puppet with us!
Gustavo Boada and a team of HOBT artists will lead six community build workshops to work on a large puppet to be installed into HOBT Puppet Library.
Come learn about the art of Alebrijes and participate in a large puppet build.
FULL - Large Puppet build workshop
Come build a large Alebrije puppet with us!
Gustavo Boada and a team of HOBT artists will lead six community build workshops to work on a large puppet to be installed into HOBT Puppet Library.
Come learn about the art of Alebrijes and participate in a large puppet build.
FULL - Large Puppet build workshop
Come build a large Alebrije puppet with us!
Gustavo Boada and a team of HOBT artists will lead six community build workshops to work on a large puppet to be installed into HOBT Puppet Library.
Come learn about the art of Alebrijes and participate in a large puppet build.
FULL - Large Puppet build workshop
Come build a large Alebrije puppet with us!
Gustavo Boada and a team of HOBT artists will lead six community build workshops to work on a large puppet to be installed into HOBT Puppet Library.
Come learn about the art of Alebrijes and participate in a large puppet build.
Puppet Library
The puppet lending library is a collection of puppets and masks on display, many of which are available for check out—just like a book from a library, at no cost to the public.
These puppets and masks can be utilized for community events, activism, school plays, personal celebrations, civic events, and more. During library hours, the public can come for a visit or check out a puppet. Visit us on the First and Third Saturday of each month, 10a-2p!
FULL - Large Puppet build workshop
Come build a large Alebrije puppet with us!
Gustavo Boada and a team of HOBT artists will lead six community build workshops to work on a large puppet to be installed into HOBT Puppet Library.
Come learn about the art of Alebrijes and participate in a large puppet build.
FULL - Large Puppet build workshop
Come build a large Alebrije puppet with us!
Gustavo Boada and a team of HOBT artists will lead six community build workshops to work on a large puppet to be installed into HOBT Puppet Library.
Come learn about the art of Alebrijes and participate in a large puppet build.
First Saturday Storytime
Join us for our Free First Saturday Storytime in our new home!
Community Moving Day!
Help us move into our new space! We need help at the Avalon and at our new location and will gladly accept your help for an hour or for the entire time! Click here to sign up!
First Saturday Puppet Storytime
We host a free puppet story hour every 1st Saturday of the month.