1. Taste of Greece Festival

September 6-8

Enjoy authentic Greek food, music and cultural experiences at the annual Taste of Greece Festival.

2. Free First Saturday: Summer Send Off

September 7

From crop art to cheese curds, the State Fair is remarkable for its many delights. Join the Walker Art Center in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden to carry forward the summery spark of the State Fair at a free family day inspired by the ultimate celebration of all things Minnesota.

3. Monarch Festival

September 7

The Minneapolis Monarch Festival celebrates the monarch butterfly amazing 2,300 mile migration from Minnesota to Mexico with music, food, dance, hands-on art, native plant sales and plenty of opportunities to get up close with monarch butterflies, learn about their habitats, and what you can do to make a difference.

4. Jollof Festival

September 7

Get ready for a day filled with delicious food, live music, and good vibes at Jollof Festival. Indulge in different variations of this beloved dish, mingle with fellow foodies, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.

5. Greenway Glow Bike Ride + Arts Festival

September 7

Bike, walk, or roll along the Greenway to experience local art and meet local artists at the Greenway Glow Bike Ride + Arts Festival! There will be artist installations, live dance performances, live music, a giant catapult, make-and-take crafts, and much more!

6. Back to the Future: The Musical

September 10-22

Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Minneapolis in 2024.

7. Black Pumas @ Surly Brewing Festival Field

September 11

First Avenue and Jam present: Black Pumas with special guest Abraham Alexander at Surly Brewing Festival Field.

8. Northrup Open House

September 12

Discover Northrop when the doors are thrown open wide for an Open House! Enjoy performances by Minnesota-based artists and free opportunities to participate in movement and artmaking workshops for people of all ages and abilities. Take a backstage tour, gain insights into the building’s historic architecture, or climb high above the stage to view the pipes of the magnificent, nearly 100-year-old organ! Stay for an engaging debut concert with our new Northrop Organist Greg Zelek (free for UMN students, ticket purchase required for others).

9. Taco Tour on Lake Street

September 14

2024 Taco Tour on Lake Street is set to celebrate one of Minnesota’s treasured and thriving multicultural communities, enriched with Latino food and culture. Taco Tour features over 20 taco-related restaurants and food trucks along Lake Street between Clinton Avenue and Cedar Avenue. Additionally, there will be a stage with live performances near the Midtown Global Market.

10. Cocktails at the Castle: Country House Party

September 14

Yeehaw at the castle with this year’s theme of “Country House Party”! Calling all party animals to expect the unexpected at Cocktails at the Castle—the American Swedish Institute's signature festival of music, art and craft.

11. Minnesota Ukrainian Festival

September 20 - 21

Celebrate Ukrainian culture and traditions by experiencing dance, music, food and drinks in the company of an open and welcoming community at the Minnesota Ukrainian Festival.

12. 10th Annual Lantern Lighting Celebration at Lakewood Cemetery

September 20 & 21

Lakewood Cemetery invites the public to its 10th Annual Lantern Lighting Celebration. The event offers an opportunity for people to remember loved ones and celebrate their lives by decorating then releasing floating, candlelit lanterns onto Lakewood’s Jo Pond. At dusk, in a beautiful ceremony, attendees gather to release their lanterns onto Lakewood’s ten-acre lake, as the names of loved ones are read aloud accompanied by the stirring sound of bagpipes. Throughout the event, guests can enjoy live music, food and refreshments from local food trucks, and the beauty of Lakewood’s scenic grounds. Self-guided tour brochures of the cemetery will also be available.

13. LoLa Art Crawl

September 21 - 22

After a long winter of work in basements, studios, and dining rooms, Longfellow artists are back with the much-loved LoLa Art Crawl. This event is free, family, bike, and dog friendly.

14. Amazing Thailand Block Party

September 21

Amazing Thailand block party is a celebration of Southeast Asian culture featuring dance and vocal performances, beer and wine, authentic Thai and Lao street food, souvenir, art and crafts, and more.

15. Open Streets West Broadway

September 21

Open Streets West Broadway is a free, family-friendly event that offers a variety of activities such as biking, walking, playing, eating, dancing, and singing. The event covers 17 blocks on West Broadway and attracts over 250 participants and vendors with over 3,000 attendees.

16. Hans Zimmer: Tour 2024

September 21

Spend a night with the legendary Hans Zimmer on his 2024 Tour. Hear iconic compositions from your favorite films including, The Lion King, Pirates of the Caribbean, Inception, Dune and more!

17. Twin Cities Arab Film Festival

September 25 - 29

The 18th Twin Cities Arab Film Festival returns September 25–29, 2024 at the Main Cinema in Minneapolis with a closing day of special films and programs at the Walker Art Center. Anchored by stories from Palestine and Sudan, the 2024 festival brings programming that responds to the catastrophic state faced by much of the SWANA region while providing audiences a space to engage with critical, stimulating, and challenging ideas, histories, and aesthetics.

18. Open Streets Nicollet

September 28

Walk, bike, and roll down Nicollet Avenue during Open Streets Nicollet. From 31st to 46th Street, it’s a two-mile celebration of our main street, with pop-up activities, live music, and fresh food and drink…all happening in your favorite community! Nicollet will be closed to car traffic, so pump up your bike tires or lace up your walking shoes to explore what’s great about Lyndale and Kingfield’s main street!

19. Lake Street Dive Good Together Tour at Surly Brewing Festival Field

September 28

First Avenue and Jam present Lake Street Dive Good Together Tour with special guest Katie Pruitt at Surly Brewing Festival Field.

20. Party at Mia

September 28

Come dressed to impress and ready to celebrate creativity and community at Party at Mia. Mark the occasion with specially selected entertainment, drinks, and more during an unforgettable evening in Mia’s galleries, after hours!

21. North Loop Food Truck Fair

September 29

Graze from countless food trucks, chill in the beer garden, listen to live music, shop from local artists, and more at the annual North Loop Food Truck Fair.

22. Celebrate Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest in Minneapolis is our time to bust out the Lederhosen and show off our secret love for polka music. Check out this round up for the absolute best places in Minneapolis to grab a apfelstrudel and sausage and celebrate Oktoberfest!

23. Cheer on the Minnesota Twins at Target Field

Make some memories in Minneapolis at the ballpark. Find a game to attend in August, and check out these 9 reasons for why you should come to Minneapolis for a Twins game.

24. Watch a Minnesota Lynx Game at Target Center

Visit Target Center to cheer on the Minnesota Lynx, one of the most talented teams in the nation.

25. See the Minnesota United FC at Allianz Field

Visit Allianz Field to cheer on the Minnesota United. There isn't a bad seat in the house.