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.
Toddler Puppet and Music Time
Join Chelly and her sidekick Turnip the Dog for 8 weeks of music, movement, stories and puppets!
First Saturday Puppet Storytime
We host a free puppet story hour every 1st Saturday of the month.
Spring Fundraiser
Held at the Grapevine Collective (New City Center, 3104 16th Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55407)
Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening filled with vibrant music (DJ'd by Amanda Rodriguez), puppet immersion experiences, a silent auction and a blooming atmosphere that captures the essence of spring.
Enjoy a night of whimsical entertainment, delicious refreshments, and the opportunity to support our
beloved theatre. Your presence and contributions will help us continue to bring the magic of puppetry to our community. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event!
Interested in sponsoring this night to remember?
Contact Board Chair Ellen Alphonso at ellen@hobt.org for details
Spring Storytime Tour
We are taking story time on tour! Bring Story time to your backyard or nearby park!
HOBT Puppet storyteller Chelly Beaver will be telling Spring-themed stories during the months of May. Email ekotlyar@hobt.org for more info or register here.
HOBT Summer Puppet Camp: June Session
HOBT Puppet Camp will take place June 9-13, 2025 and August 25-29, 2025! 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 9-13, 2025 and August 25-29, 2025! Your child will be able to explore the materials and create with others.
Weird Stuff Only
One night only at the Avalon Theatre!! March 2nd, doors at 6, show at 7pm SHARP
Masks required because ALL our friends get to be in the room, ALWAYS.
The theme is 1-800-ALIENS, wear an inscrutable costume!
Tickets are sliding scale $15-$25 FEATURING: Alana Horton+Amital Shaver+Hannah Mackenzie-Margulies, SEE MORE PERSPECTIVE, and Orren Fen!! We might have a dance party after also!! The lineup is HOT HOT HOT!!
First Saturday Puppet Storytime
We host a free puppet story hour every 1st Saturday of the month.
Valentine’s Puppet Making
Looking for a fun activity for Valentine's Day? Join us for a puppet making workshop at the Avalon Theatre on February 15th 3-5p for two hours of puppet making, connections and light snacks.
Valentine’s Puppet Making
Looking for a fun activity for Valentine's Day? Join us for a puppet making workshop at the Avalon Theatre on Feb. 14th at 7-9p for two hours of puppet making, connections and light snacks.
First Saturday Puppet Storytime
We host a free puppet story hour every 1st Saturday of the month.
Puppet Building Workshop @ The Avalon
Come learn how to papier mâché, make a crankie, use recycled materials to create marionettes and more!
Stick Puppet Making Workshop
We host a free puppet art making event every 3rd Saturday of the month.
Puppet Building Workshop @ The Midtown Global Market
Come learn how to papier mâché, make a crankie, use recycled materials to create marionettes and more!
First Saturday Story Time
We host a free puppet story hour every 1st Saturday of the month.
Puppet Building Workshop @ The Avalon
Come learn how to papier mâché, make a crankie, use recycled materials to create marionettes and more!
Puppet Building Workshop @ The Midtown Global Market
Come learn how to papier mâché, make a crankie, use recycled materials to create marionettes and more!
Puppet Building Workshop @ The Midtown Global Market
Come make cup puppets with artist Lys Akerman-Frank.
Puppet Library Open Hours & Story Time
Join us for our twice monthly Puppet Library open hours and stay for story telling and art making.
Puppet Building Workshop @ The Midtown Global Market
Come learn how to papier mâché, make a crankie, use recycled materials to create marionettes and more!
Puppet Building Workshop @ The Avalon
Come learn how to papier mâché, make a crankie, use recycled materials to create marionettes and more!