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.
Step into a storybook world of magic and make-believe. Princesses, knights, fairies, and legendary heroes take center stage for a weekend filled with enchantment, costumes, and happily-ever-afters.
2026 Minnesota Renaissance Festival: Once Upon a Time (Aug 22-23)12364 Chestnut Blvd.
Shakopee, Minnesota 55379
THE BIG SHOW is coming to Northeast! For the first time ever, Indeed Brewing is turning the Big Lot on 14th and Quincy into a totally unique concert venue the likes of…
The Big Show at Indeed Brewing CompanyIndeed Brewing Company
711 NE 15th Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55413
2nd Annual PickleFest at Forgotten Star Brewing Co. 🥒 Saturday, August 22nd | 12PM–6PM Brine and dine with us for the return of Forgotten Star's PickleFest — an outdoor market meets full-blown…
2nd Annual Pickle Fest at Forgotten Star38 Northern Stacks Drive
Fridley, Minnesota
Fortunate SunsFortunate Suns are a hypnotic fusion of psychedelic improvisation, southern country rock, & heavy distorted riffs. The boys are known for high-energy, & improvisational live shows that get the audience moving…
Fortunate Suns | Lazy River Road1105 Washington Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
The Dinner Detective is an interactive true crime mystery show set in the present day and based on real cold cases. Feast on a fantastic dinner, but just beware... the killer is…
Dinner Detective Minneapolis1500 Washington Ave South
Minnesota 55454
The Belfast Cowboys is a nine-piece, horn-driven band from Minneapolis that specializes in the music of Van Morrison. Entering their third decade, they are adept at mixing rock, blues, roots and soul…
Get ready for the most fabulous Saturday night ever with our Simply the Best Saturday Drag Show featuring the Midwest's top entertainers. Join us every Saturday from June 21st to August 2nd…
Simply the Best Saturday Drag Show1333 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Tim McGraw is bringing the Pawn Shop Guitar Tour to Target Field on August 23, 2026 featuring special guests The Chicks, Lady A, 49 Winchester and Timothy Wayne.
Sip, sashay, and slay all day long with Bottomless Mimosa's, Bloody Mary's and Pancakes at our Bottomless Drag Brunch! Get ready for a fabulous morning filled with delicious food, endless drinks, pancakes…
Bottomless Drag Brunch at Roxy's Cabaret1333 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Returning by popular demand, hear songs from the crucial catalog of The Bee Gees including “Too Much Heaven,” “Words,” “Massachusetts,” “I Started a Joke,” “To Love Somebody,” legendary “Saturday Night Fever” hits…
From Barry - Vintage Pop Classics of the Bee Gees501 West 78th Street
Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Devon Allman’s sound lands right in the middle of some of the most soulful rock. Here, Allman celebrates twenty years since the release of his first album and national tour. Additionally, this…
Hewing’s 6th Concert Series: premier local artists and iconic rooftop views. An unforgettable, intimate Minneapolis experience. About Leslie: A prolific jazz songwriter and vocalist, Leslie Vincent’s lyrical creativity, rich alto tone, and…
Leslie Vincent + Sarah Morris – Summer Concert Series300 N Washington Ave
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401
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