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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.
A Special Evening with Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bobby Rush
Kenny Wayne Shepherd has sold millions of albums worldwide and, in addition to his five Grammy nominations, he has won two Billboard Music Awards, a pair of Orville H. Gibson awards, the…
Live Music
Details
A Special Evening with Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bobby Rush910 Hennepin Ave.
Minnesota 55403
Gregory Alan Isakov
First Avenue, Jam, and The Current present Gregory Alan Isakov w/ Special Guest Ocie ElliottSurly Brewing Festival FieldTuesday, August 19, 202518+ show5:30 PM Doors7:00 PM Showtimehttps://first-avenue.com/event/2025-08-gregory-alan-isakov/
Twins vs. Athletics
There are future dates for this event
The Twins host the Oakland Athletics August 19-21 at Target Field. August 19-20 at 6:40 pm August 21 at 12:10 pm
Minnesota State Fair
A cherished end-of-summer tradition, the Great Minnesota Get-Together welcomes 1.8 million guests annually. A world-class showcase of agriculture, entertainment, food, art and industry, the Minnesota State Fair is a whole lot of…
Fairs & Festivals
Family Fun
Food & Drink
Live Music
Details
Minnesota State FairMN State Fairgrounds
Hoyt Ave W
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Charley Crockett
First Avenue, Jam, and The Current present Charley CrockettSurly Brewing Festival FieldSaturday, August 23, 202518+ show5:30 PM Doors7:00 PM Showtimehttps://first-avenue.com/event/2025-08-charley-crockett/
Charley Crockett Lonesome Drifter
Texas-born maverick Charley Crockett defied the odds at every turn, releasing 14 albums independently. In addition to garnering hundreds of millions of streams, he picked up his first GRAMMY nomination for 2024's…
Live Music
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Charley Crockett Lonesome DrifterSurly Brewing Festival Field
520 Malcolm Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Twins vs. Padres
There are future dates for this event
The Minnesota Twins host the San Diego Padres at Target Field August 29-31. August 29 at 7:10 pm August 30 at 6:10 pm August 31 at 12:05 pm
Twins vs. White Sox
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Minnesota Twins host the Chicago White Sox at Target Field September 1-4. September 1 at 1:10 pm September 2-4 at 6:40 pm
Taste of Greece Festival
Enjoy authentic Greek food, music and cultural experiences while supporting philanthropy! Dance & Music Throughout the weekend, live Greek music and dancing will take place at both the indoor and outdoor stages…
Arts & Theater
Dance
Food & Drink
Live Music
Multicultural
Details
Taste of Greece FestivalSt. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church
3450 Irving Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Monarch Festival
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…
Fairs & Festivals
Family Fun
Free
Details
Monarch Festival2401 E Minnehaha Pkwy
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Twins vs. D‑backs
There are future dates for this event
The Minnesota Twins host the Arizona Diamondbacks September 12-14 at Target Field. September 12 at 7:10 pm September 13 at 6:10 pm September 14 at 1:10 pm
A Doll’s House
Housewife and mother Nora Helmer lives a delicately constructed — and seemingly perfect — life focused on keeping up appearances and meeting expectations. When a long-held secret comes to light on Christmas…
