Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this October
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.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers
Come cheer on the Timberwolves as they take on the LA Lakers at Target Center.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles LakersTarget Center
600 N 1st Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Cyndi Lauper
Iconic singer, songwriter Cyndi Lauper is coming to Minneapolis at Target Center on December 4 with her "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour".
Bach Reimagined
Mandolin superstar Avi Avital says that “there’s something about the music of Bach that is so absolute, so universal, that the instrument you play doesn’t really matter.” He drives that point home…
Bach ReimaginedOrchestra Hall
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Lemon Bucket Orkestra with Ukrainian Village Band
LEMON BUCKET ORKESTRA WITH UKRAINIAN VILLAGE BAND Lemon Bucket Orkestra are Toronto's original Slavic-Balkan-Klezmer-Party-Punks. The multi-award-winning ensemble has been heralded as a groundbreaking, genre-bending phenomenon by media and fans alike, and over…
Lemon Bucket Orkestra with Ukrainian Village BandThe Cedar Cultural Center
416 Cedar Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55454
Julmarknad Handcraft Market & Festival
The sights and sounds of the Scandinavian marketplace returns the first weekend in December at one of the region’s largest handcraft markets and festivals. Shop handmade goods from more than 60 regional…
Julmarknad Handcraft Market & FestivalAmerican Swedish Institute
2600 Park Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus’ Holiday Concert
“Jingle spurs, jingle spurs! Jingle in the hay!” Grab your boots and plaid, and two-step on over to TCGMC’s holiday hootenanny, “Wranglers and Refrains: A Holiday Hoedown!” This shindig is a feast…
Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus’ Holiday Concert2128 S 4th St
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455
J‑Mo on the Beat and the J‑Lighters with The Rowdy Gents @ Day Block Brewing
J-Mo and the J Lighters and The Rowdy Gents are hosting an evening of 50s and 60s rock!Doors at 8pm, music at 9pmDay Block Brewing opens at 4pm, so come early for…
J-Mo on the Beat and the J-Lighters with The Rowdy Gents @ Day Block Brewing1105 S Washington Ave
Minnesota 55415
Jim Brickman: Comfort & Joy
Comfort & Joy is a testament to Jim Brickman’s ability to connect with audiences on a deep and emotional level. His heartfelt compositions and soulful piano melodies have touched the lives of…
A Holly “Dolly” Christmas Drag Brunch
Welcome to A Holly "Dolly" Christmas Drag Brunch! Get ready to sleigh all day with our fabulous drag queens serving up fierce performances and delicious brunch dishes. Join us on Sat Dec…
VocalEssence: Welcome Christmas
Forget the hustle and bustle—take time to experience the wonder and joy of the holiday season as VocalEssence returns to the Northrop stage. Immerse yourself in new and familiar seasonal favorites, featuring…
VocalEssence: Welcome Christmas84 Church St SE
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455
The Mystery Café presents — I’ll Be Homicidal For Christmas
It’s December 23rd, 1978. Albee Humphrey used to be a household name, but these days his star is fading. He’s got one last shot at a comeback – with a network televised…
The Mystery Cafe presents - I'll Be Homicidal For Christmas5601 W 78th St
Bloomington, Minnesota 55439