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.
Olalekan Jeyifous (US, b. Nigeria, 1977) is an artist, architect, and designer whose practice merges speculative architecture and social commentary to imagine possible alternative futures for urban spaces. Through his work, Jeyifous…
Olalekan Jeyifous: Hydricosmic Litanies725 Vineland Place
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Brave New Workshop is back with an all-new sketch comedy revue to help you flex on your feed, face your FOMO, and finally feel the freedom to forget your phone! Imagine taking…
Come enjoy crop art without the crowds! The Great Minnesota Get-Together returns to Mia in 2026 as curators once again pick outstanding pieces from the Minnesota State Fair’s beloved crop art showcase…
Cream of the Crop: Second HarvestMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Experience the beauty of a special place in the Twin Cities! The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden is the oldest public native plant garden in the United States. Located in the heart of…
Wild Beauty: The Botanical Art of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium2088 Larpenteur Ave W
St. Paul, Minnesota 55113
Grounded in the many meanings and ideas of “home,” This Must Be the Place is a major exhibition showcasing works drawn from across the Walker’s dynamic collections. The presentation ranges from iconic…
This Must Be the Place: Inside the Walker’s Collection725 Vineland Pl
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Step into Parisian luxury at Mia. “Paris Couture” brings more than 80 haute couture masterpieces from the Palais Galliera, spanning the late 19th century to today. The exhibition features icons such as…
Paris CoutureMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
What is physically the largest Italian Renaissance masterpiece in the United States? The answer has been in storage at Mia for nearly 70 years. This exhibition brings back to view Francesco Salviati’s…
Back from the Underworld: Mia's Dante TapestryMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition to experience Titanic, the most luxurious ship to ever set sail. Featuring numerous artifacts, dramatic room recreations, never-before-seen 3D views, video animations, and cutting-edge technology, Titanic…
Titanic: An Immersive Voyage501 Royalston Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Cine Latino returns October 7–11 to The Main Cinema for five days of Spanish- and Portuguese-language films, special guests, fiestas, food trucks, and more! The 14th annual celebration of Latin American, US…
14th Annual CINE LATINO Film FestivalThe Main Cinema
115 SE Main St
Minneapolis, MN 55414
In the climactic sixth episode of the Star Wars saga, Darth Vader readies the second Death Star to unleash the final blow to the Rebel Alliance. Luke Skywalker joins R2-D2, C-3PO, and…
Return of the Jedi in Concert with the Minnesota OrchestraOrchestra Hall
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
A mansion. A murder. A mystery. Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in…
16th Annual Twin Cities Oktoberfest at the MN State Fairgrounds Don’t miss this chance to hoist a great Minnesota beer and cheer "Prost!" Plus, taste delicious German staples and local fare while…
16th Annual Twin Cities Oktoberfest at the MN State Fairgrounds1621 Randall Ave.
St. Paul, MN, Minnesota 55108
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