Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this October
Parades. Colorful Pride celebrations. Hot Chocolate Winter Runs. Improv Festivals. Pond hockey tournaments. Seasonal Beer Celebrations. There is no shortage of events happening in Minneapolis all year long. We are an extremely active community of artists, creators, musicians, foodies, dancers, runners & bikers – a community of doers that can’t stand the thought of missing out. With something always going on, we’re confident you’ll find something you won’t want to miss too.
*Note: Please be sure to check the official event website or with event organizers for up to date cancellations and postponements.
Olalekan Jeyifous (US, b. Nigeria, 1977) is an artist, architect, and designer whose practice merges speculative architecture and social commentary to imagine possible alternative futures for urban spaces. Through his work, Jeyifous…
Olalekan Jeyifous: Hydricosmic Litanies725 Vineland Place
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Brave New Workshop is back with an all-new sketch comedy revue to help you flex on your feed, face your FOMO, and finally feel the freedom to forget your phone! Imagine taking…
Come enjoy crop art without the crowds! The Great Minnesota Get-Together returns to Mia in 2026 as curators once again pick outstanding pieces from the Minnesota State Fair’s beloved crop art showcase…
Cream of the Crop: Second HarvestMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Experience the beauty of a special place in the Twin Cities! The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden is the oldest public native plant garden in the United States. Located in the heart of…
Wild Beauty: The Botanical Art of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium2088 Larpenteur Ave W
St. Paul, Minnesota 55113
Grounded in the many meanings and ideas of “home,” This Must Be the Place is a major exhibition showcasing works drawn from across the Walker’s dynamic collections. The presentation ranges from iconic…
This Must Be the Place: Inside the Walker’s Collection725 Vineland Pl
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition to experience Titanic, the most luxurious ship to ever set sail. Featuring numerous artifacts, dramatic room recreations, never-before-seen 3D views, video animations, and cutting-edge technology, Titanic…
Titanic: An Immersive Voyage501 Royalston Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Step into Parisian luxury at Mia. “Paris Couture” brings more than 80 haute couture masterpieces from the Palais Galliera, spanning the late 19th century to today. The exhibition features icons such as…
Paris CoutureMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
What is physically the largest Italian Renaissance masterpiece in the United States? The answer has been in storage at Mia for nearly 70 years. This exhibition brings back to view Francesco Salviati’s…
Back from the Underworld: Mia's Dante TapestryMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Performance DatesOctober 5th 2026 at 7PMOctober 6th 2026 at 7PMOctober 7th 2026 at 7PMRufus Wainwright has established himself as one of the great male vocalists, songwriters, and composers of his generation. In…
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular returns bigger and better than ever at the Minnesota Zoo! Gather your family and friends and come explore a glowing trail with thousands of artistically carved pumpkins. Don't miss one…
Jack-O-Lantern SpectacularMinnesota Zoo
13000 Zoo Blvd
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Sweden-based, Australian-born Hazlett returns to the road following the success of his latest full-length album, last night you said you missed me. Hazlett divulges: "When I started this whole thing I wanted…
Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM This show is all ages. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at varsityinfo@livenation.com
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