Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this December
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.
First Avenue Presents: Eivør with Sylvaine
Fans around the world recognize Eivør for her thunderous Nordic drumming and operatic throat singing. Her recent twelfth album, ENN, marks a bold new venture in her two decades-long musical journey.
First Avenue Presents: Eivør with SylvaineThe Cedar Cultural Center
416 Cedar Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55454
Dancing With The Stars Live! 2025 Tour
See the glitz, glam, and breathtaking performances of America’s favorite dance show with this all-new show starring your favorite pros: Emma Slater, Alan Bersten, Brandon Armstrong, Britt Stewart, Daniella Karagach, Gleb Savchenko…
Dancing With The Stars Live! 2025 Tour84 Church Street Se
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455
Mosaic Festival: Dance and Music of World Cultures
Experience cultural customs from nations across the globe: music, dance, language, foods, traditional clothing, and arts and crafts. Event presented by Landmark Center and Ethnic Dance Theatre. Tickets available at the door…
Mosaic Festival: Dance and Music of World CulturesLandmark Center
75 5th St W
St. Paul, MN 55102
The Cameraman: Silent Film with Live Music Featuring Aaron David Miller, organist
Free for UMN students; registration required. A classic silent film from 1928, The Cameraman is considered one of slapstick comedian Buster Keaton’s best. The romantic comedy follows a simple photographer who dreams…
The Cameraman: Silent Film with Live Music Featuring Aaron David Miller, organist84 Church St SE
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 in Concert
The final battle begins. You can experience Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 in a way you’ve never seen it before! A live symphonic orchestra performs Alexandre Desplat’s iconic score…
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 in ConcertOrchestra Hall
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Kevin Hart: Acting My Age
Emmy & Grammy nominated Kevin Hart was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he launched his career as a comedian during an amateur night at a local comedy club. Over the…
DRUMLine Live
DRUMLine Live following the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band tradition, has riveting rhythms, bold beats, and ear-grabbing energy and has been featured in programs with superstars Beyonce and Shaq…
Winter Beer Dabbler
Get ready for Minnesota’s biggest and best winter beer festival—Winter Beer Dabbler 2025! Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 22, 2025, as we bring back an epic day of frosty fun at…
Winter Beer DabblerMN State Fairgrounds
Hoyt Ave W
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Fire Shut Up in My Bones
Based on the 2014 memoir by Charles M. Blow, with music by Terence Blanchard, and libretto by Kasi Lemmons, the opera Fire Shut Up in My Bones premiered at Opera Theater St…
Fire Shut Up in My Bones345 Washington St.
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102
WITNESS: Eyes Still on the Prize
VocalEssence joins forces with a collective of Twin Cities-based artists—actors, dancers, storytellers, and musicians—to present songs and stories centering on pivotal figures and landmark events of the Civil Rights Movement. Become part…
WITNESS: Eyes Still on the Prize84 Church St SE
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455
Jim Gaffigan: Everything is Wonderful!
Jim Gaffigan is a seven-time Grammy nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, three-time Emmy winning top touring performer, and multi-platinum-selling recording artist. He is known around the…
Jim Gaffigan: Everything is Wonderful!Orpheum Theatre
910 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403