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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.
Twins vs. Tigers
There are future dates for this event
The Twins host the Detroit Tigers August 14-17 at Target Field. August 14 at 6:40 pm August 13 at 7:10 pm August 16 at 6:15 pm August 17 at 1:10 pm
Wayne Anthony and the Marquette Big Band Concert Series
An Evening of Elegance, Music, and Dance! Step into the golden age of swing and romance with Wayne Anthony and the legendary Marquette Big Band! Join us for an unforgettable concert experience…
Community
Dance
Family Fun
Food & Drink
LGBTQ
Live Music
Multicultural
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Wayne Anthony and the Marquette Big Band Concert Series710 Marquette Ave, Minneapolis MN
Minnesota 55402
Minnesota Renaissance Festival
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King Henry and his royal court invite one and all to his 16th Century European village featuring 16 stages of live entertainment. Over 250 artisans fill the Festival marketplace to display and…
Fairs & Festivals
Family Fun
Food & Drink
Details
Minnesota Renaissance FestivalMinnesota Renaissance Festival
12364 Chestnut Blvd
Shakopee, MN 55379
How To Save A Life: The 20th Anniversary Tour
The Fray are bringing their “How To Save A Life: The 20th Anniversary Tour” with special guest The Strike to The Fillmore Minneapolis on Saturday, August 16th! Get your tickets now!
Live Music
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How To Save A Life: The 20th Anniversary TourFillmore Minneapolis
528 N 5th St
Minneapolis, MN 55401
A Special Evening with Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bobby Rush
Kenny Wayne Shepherd has sold millions of albums worldwide and, in addition to his five Grammy nominations, he has won two Billboard Music Awards, a pair of Orville H. Gibson awards, the…
Live Music
Details
A Special Evening with Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bobby Rush910 Hennepin Ave.
Minnesota 55403
Open Streets Cedar Riverside
Join Our Streets Minneapolis and the City of Minneapolis in a celebration of community at Open Streets Cedar Riverside in 2025. Play, eat, bike, walk, dance, sing, and more at this free…
Gregory Alan Isakov
First Avenue, Jam, and The Current present Gregory Alan Isakov w/ Special Guest Ocie ElliottSurly Brewing Festival FieldTuesday, August 19, 202518+ show5:30 PM Doors7:00 PM Showtimehttps://first-avenue.com/event/2025-08-gregory-alan-isakov/
Twins vs. Athletics
There are future dates for this event
The Twins host the Oakland Athletics August 19-21 at Target Field. August 19-20 at 6:40 pm August 21 at 12:10 pm
Minnesota State Fair
A cherished end-of-summer tradition, the Great Minnesota Get-Together welcomes 1.8 million guests annually. A world-class showcase of agriculture, entertainment, food, art and industry, the Minnesota State Fair is a whole lot of…
Fairs & Festivals
Family Fun
Food & Drink
Live Music
Details
Minnesota State FairMN State Fairgrounds
Hoyt Ave W
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Theatre Elision presents: Ghost Quartet
Ghost Quartet is a song cycle about love, death and whiskey from Dave Malloy, the Tony-nominated creator of the Broadway hit “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812.” A camera breaks…
Arts & Theater
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Theatre Elision presents: Ghost Quartet6105 42nd Ave N
Crystal, Minnesota 55422
Ashley Gavin
Ashley Gavin is a comedian, writer, and host of the podcast "We're Having Gay Sex." She also hosts the podcast "Chosen Family" along with online creators Alayna Joy and Mak Ingemi.
