Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this August
Minneapolis Events Calendar
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.
Aloe Blacc
Grammy-nominated Aloe Blacc has long been a voice for the people. He is a globally recognized singer, songwriter, and changemaker whose music uplifts, empowers, and unites. Best known for genre-defying anthems, Blacc…
Story Time
Story Time with Minnesota Parent – Sunday, August 24th | 10:30–11:30 AM Forgotten Star Brewing Co. Our monthly Story Time is back—just in time for one last summer Sunday before the school…
Roe Family Singers
Sunday, August 24, 2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Hell's Kitchen FREE to patrons. The Roe Family Singers are a Good-Time, Old-Time Hillbilly band from the Mississippi-headwaters community of Kirkwood Hollow, MN…
Sports Events
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Minnesota Lynx vs. Indiana FeverTarget Center
600 N 1st Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Javier Santiago & Room3
Pianist, composer, and sideman Javier Santiago is one of the most promising voices in the international music scene today. He is also an accomplished producer/beatmaker, arranger and educator. Further, Santiago has become…
Immigrant Kitchen co-hosted by Afghan Immigrants Farzanah Mohammadi and Morsal Soha
BIPOC Foodways Alliance and Immigrant Kitchen are excited to introduce our next Immigrant Kitchen event, featuring co-hosts Farzanah Mohammadi, and Morsal Soha, sister-in-laws from Herat Province, Afghanistan. The dinner will be held…
Food & Drink
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Immigrant Kitchen co-hosted by Afghan Immigrants Farzanah Mohammadi and Morsal Soha1222 NE 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413
The Four Freshmen
“a sophisticated palette of colors… luminous vocal texture” – Downbeat The Four Freshmen hit the stage with a show bursting with jazzy vibes, boundless energy, and unforgettable musical magic! Their dazzling vocal…
John Pizzarelli Trio
Guitarist/singer John Pizzarelli has been hailed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.” Established as one of the prime contemporary interpreters of the Great American Songbook…
Ozomatli — 30 Revolutions Tour
If the city of Los Angeles had a soundtrack, it would be Ozomatli. Since their formation in 1995, the six-piece, multi-genre band has been a cultural force. There, they blend Latin, hip-hop…
Dog Event & Movie Night at Bassett’s Creek Park: Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie
This event is great for families and dog lovers alike. Stop by for games, tabling, and water-related activities before the movie begins. Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie begins at sundown (~8:10 PM)
Community
Family Fun
Free
Outdoor and Recreation
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Dog Event & Movie Night at Bassett's Creek Park: Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie177 N Morgan Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials
In Chicago, a city overflowing with unrivaled blues talent, world-renowned Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials have been standing tall for over 30 years. The band’s big sound, fueled by Lil’ Ed’s…
Sunset Yoga in the Dome- 14 Floors Above Minneapolis
Elevate your practice with Sunset Yoga — a truly unforgettable wellness experience set high above the city in the iconic glass-enclosed Dome at Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown Convention Center. As the sun sets…
Fitness
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Sunset Yoga in the Dome- 14 Floors Above Minneapolis1313 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
