Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this October
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.
GHOSTCHELLA is a Halloween event featuring local artists paying tribute to their favorite musicians/bands, costume contests, prizes and giveaways. This year features the Clayton Ryan Band (Paying tribute to Black Sabbath/Ozzy), Jillian…
The Neighborhood Quartet—vibraphonist Steve Roehm, guitarist Dan Schwartz, bassist Nick Salisbury, and drummer Greg Schutte—play music is as varied as its members’ impressive résumés. As improvisers, they’re adept at navigating jazz harmony…
Doors: 9:00 PM Show: 9:00 PM This show is all ages. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at varsityinfo@livenation.com
Two actors and a Foley artist perform a live, shot-for-shot parody of the greatest dinosaur film of all time. A wildly inventive tour-de-force of comedy, physical theatre and live Foley. 65 million…
PERFORMANCE TIMES: 6:30PM & 9PM21st Annual Show!Luther Vandross lives on as one of the greatest R&B/soul singers of our time. Hailed for his ballad work, Vandross sold over 40 million albums and…
Forever, For Always, For Love: Celebrating the Life & Music of Luther Vandross1010 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Join us for a wickedly fabulous drag brunch celebrating the spooky magic of Hocus Pocus, at 11AM or 2PM! Join us for a spooktacular event packed with haunting lip-sync performances, scrumptious food…
Hocus Pocus Halloween Drag Brunch1333 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Get cozy in Mia’s Pillsbury Auditorium and enjoy these free film screenings. Mia Matinee films are screened on the last Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. Free tickets are required. All…
Ready for some Halloween Fun!? The Not So Scary Trick or Treat is Midtown Global Market's free, family-favorite Halloween tradition. Costumed kids and their families move through the Market to trick-or-treat at…
Not So Scary Trick Or Treat!Midtown Global Market
920 E Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
A star-studded live radio play by members of the MN Broadcasters Hall of Fame, accompanied by a silent auction benefiting the Pavek Museum. Launched in honor of our 35th anniversary in 2023…
Pavek After Dark: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow3517 Raleigh Avenue
St. Louis Park, Minnesota 55416
The FailsafeThe Failsafe, an electrifying force in the realm of heavy-hitting electronic rock, stands out with infectious, pop-inspired vocals and soaring riffs that linger in your mind long after each event. Comprising…
The Failsafe | Death of The Heron | Alborn | Grave Society | Shot Down1105 Washington Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
China Rider Presents: Night of the Living Deadheads A Grateful unDead ExperienceSaturday, October 31st, 2026 • Halloween Night Day Block Brewing Co. – Event Center | Minneapolis, MN Doors 6:30 PM •…
China Rider Presents: Night of the Living Deadheads1105 Washington Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
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 at Roxy’s Cabaret for an unforgettable night featuring…
Simply the Best Saturday Drag Show1333 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
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