Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this August
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.
Chase & Ovation is the world’s premier Prince tribute show based out of Prince’s beloved hometown of Minneapolis, MN. For the past 16 years, Chase has been performing across North America, exclusively…
Chase & Ovation – A Salute to the Music of Prince501 West 78th Street
Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Doors: 6 PM Show: 7 PM All Ages Support Acts are subject to change without notice.
Akaash Singh: Generational Triumph Tour2900 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408
Doors 6pm Showtime 7pm Please arrive no later than 6:45pm Join us for Friday Night Spotlight, an entertaining tribute to all your favorite iconic DIVAS. From Barbara and Whitney to Dolly and…
Roxy's Cabaret Presents: Donna Summer and Friends1333 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Renowned for their infamous live shows, They Might Be Giants has now expanded to an eight-piece band, including a three-piece horn section. Audiences can expect a spontaneous, sprawling, and utterly enthralling musical…
An Evening With They Might Be Giants: The Bigger Show Tour701 North 1st Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Dinner & Ghost Stories held on the grounds of the MN Renaissance Festival. Hosted by Jim Cunningham. Price includes entertainment, meal, beverages during meal, and Phantom’s mug. The Phantom’s Feast! It’s the…
2026 Minnesota Renaissance Festival: Phantom's Feast (Oct 16 - Nov 1st)12364 Chestnut Blvd.
Shakopee, Minnesota 55379
SINGALONG BROADWAY is a high-octane love letter to Broadway musicals that will have audiences singing along to Broadway's greatest tracks at an all-out Broadway themed party. For every musical novice to the…
Curated Cocktails. Local Flavor. The Twin Cities Ultimate Daytime Party ☀️Don't miss the Twin Cities most deliciously curated cocktail experience. We’ve scoured the region for the craftiest, most delicious Bloody Marys. Taste…
The Twin Cities Bloody Mary Festival214 4th Street East
St. Paul , Minnesota 55101
Lullaby For The Working Class live in Lincoln, Nebraska, and record in their own studio, Whoopass, which has become a creative hub for like-minded local musicians and artists from the Lullaby-run label…
Bright Eyes with Lullaby For The Working Class701 North 1st Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Experience the ultimate drag spectacle in the Midwest! Join us at Roxy’s Cabaret for a fabulous night packed with spectacular acts, breathtaking costumes, and entertainment that will leave you speechless. Every Saturday…
Drag, Elevated1333 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Join fellow art enthusiasts and tastemakers for an unforgettable after-hours party in the galleries celebrating the opening of “Paris Couture.” Honoring the one-of-a-kind history and artistry of Parisian fashion, more than 8…
Preview Party: Paris CoutureMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
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
PERFORMANCE TIMES: 5:30PM & 8PMThe timeless classic, Grateful Dead’s Blues for Allah was released fifty years ago. Don Was and The Pan-Detroit Ensemble will be hitting the road in 2026. There, they…
Don Was & The Pan-Detroit Ensemble1010 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
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