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.
Flip the Script Queer Film Festival
The 4th Flip the Script Fest (FSF) returns this October 6–14th, 2023. Held annually, FSF is a nine-day film festival celebrating Queer stories from 2SLGBTQIA+ filmmakers all over the globe. FSF is…
DIANNE McINTYRE Group In the Same Tongue
In the world premiere of this vibrant movement, sound, and language based-work, dance legend and choreographer Dianne McIntyre unites a vigorous company of dancers and musicians to explore how dance and music…
Arts & Theater
Dance
Details
DIANNE McINTYRE Group In the Same Tongue725 Vineland Pl
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Jo Koy World Tour
American stand-up comedian and actor is taking the Target Center stage on Friday, October 6.
For the People
A world premiere comedy by Native voices. April Dakota has well-meaning but misguided dreams of opening a wellness center on Franklin Avenue to serve the Indigenous community in her Minneapolis hometown. She’s…
Darkness Day
If you thought we went big in 2022, just wait for what we have in store in 2023. Once again, all-day music, timed beer-tappings, artist features and activations, barbarian-inspired food, and so…
Fairs & Festivals
Food & Drink
Live Music
Details
Darkness DaySurly Brewing
520 Malcolm Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Pavek Museum First Saturday Guided Tour
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2023Time: 11:00 AM First Saturday Guided Tours last 45 minutes and are included with the cost of admission. These public tours have a capacity of 15 people and…
History & Heritage
Details
Pavek Museum First Saturday Guided Tour3517 Raleigh Ave
St. Louis Park, Minnesota 55416
Borough Block Party
Come for live music, the famous Parlour burger, and plenty of drinks! With five music sets, it's bound to be a ripping good time the historic block party is known for. This…
Food & Drink
Free
Live Music
Details
Borough Block PartyBorough
730 N Washington Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Owámni: Falling Water Festival
We're very excited to be hosting our 10th annual Owámni: Falling Water Festival! Owámni: Falling Water Festival is a celebration of indigenous Minnesota cultures. This year’s event will be held on Saturday…
Fairs & Festivals
Family Fun
Free
History & Heritage
Details
Owámni: Falling Water FestivalMill Ruins Park
102 Portland Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55401
365 Days of Incidents
As we toast to the kickoff of year 4, it's time to celebrate another adventurous 365 Days of Incidents together. Brace yourselves for the biggest event of the year, promising an unforgettable…
Food & Drink
Live Music
Details
365 Days of IncidentsFalling Knife Brewing Company
783 Harding St NE #100
Minneapolis, MN 55413
TODD BARRY: Half Joking Tour
Sue McLean & Associates presents TODD BARRY: Half Joking Tour live at the Woman's Club of Minneapolis on Saturday, October 7! About Todd Barry Todd Barry has released three one-hour stand-up specials…
Wu-Tang Clan & Nas
The American hip hop collective, Wu-Tang Clan brings their NY State of Mind Tour 2023 to Target Center in Minneapolis with special guest and legendary rapper, Nas. Tickets are on sale now.
