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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.
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
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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
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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.
Charley Crockett
First Avenue, Jam, and The Current present Charley CrockettSurly Brewing Festival FieldSaturday, August 23, 202518+ show5:30 PM Doors7:00 PM Showtimehttps://first-avenue.com/event/2025-08-charley-crockett/
Sports Events
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Minnesota Lynx vs. Indiana FeverTarget Center
600 N 1st Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Minnesota Lynx vs. Seattle Storm
The Seattle Storm take on the Minnesota Lynx at Target Center. 7 pm
Sports Events
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Minnesota Lynx vs. Seattle StormTarget Center
600 N 1st Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Twins vs. Padres
There are future dates for this event
The Minnesota Twins host the San Diego Padres at Target Field August 29-31. August 29 at 7:10 pm August 30 at 6:10 pm August 31 at 12:05 pm
