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.
Frights & Fiction
Join the College of Liberal Arts and the Department of English for an evening of thrills and chills! Experience the terror of texts about ghosts, witches, and the undead! We've prepared for…
Frights & Fiction310 Pillsbury Drive SE
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455
Frightfully Fun Bookfest
Moms, if you're looking for a Halloween themed book reading for your small children and an opportunity to get them out of the house on Halloween for such tricks, treats, and take…
Frightfully Fun Bookfest901 Nicollet Mall, Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Minnesota 55402
Cook Pad Thai with Chef Mimi at Tattersall Distilling
Learn to perfect your favorite Thai dish in a fun-filled cooking class with Chef Mimi. You'll learn her expert tips and techniques for creating classic culinary masterpieces and you'll pick up some…
Cook Pad Thai with Chef Mimi at Tattersall Distilling1620 Central Ave NE, Ste 150
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413
Midnight in Paris
Journey back to the bewitching, bohemian nightlife of Paris in the 1890s–the scene of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s painting At the Moulin Rouge, on loan to Mia for a limited time. Then jump…
Midnight in ParisMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Halloween Bash at UMBRA
Join us at UMBRA for a free community Halloween costume bash! Enjoy eerie cocktails and bites, show off your best costume in our contest, and dance to DJ Illian’s electrifying beats. Join…
Gertrude’s Halloween House Party at Haunted 300 Clifton
This Halloween night, join us for Psychic Readings, Candlelight Ghost Tours on the Minneapolis Trolley and a one-of-a-kind live paranormal investigation of 300 Clifton. For one night only, investigators will have full…
Gertrude's Halloween House Party at Haunted 300 Clifton300 Clifton
300 Clifton Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Halloween at North Loop Green
Celebrate Halloween at North Loop Green, in partnership with the North Loop Neighborhood Association. From 6 to 8 p.m., stop by the Green for trick-or-treating extravaganza with costume contests, snacks, fire pits…
Halloween at North Loop GreenNorth Loop Green
350 North 5th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Haunted Scavenger Hunt at the Walker Art Center
Come in your spookiest attire and haunt the Walker for an all-ages scavenger hunt. Each participant has a list of locations across the building—visit them all to win a prize.
Haunted Scavenger Hunt at the Walker Art CenterWalker Art Center
725 Vineland Pl
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Beetlejuice Trivia
TRIVIA. TRIVIA. TRIVIA. During our Casks & Candy party on Halloween, we're hosting Trivia Mafia at 7:00 PM for some Beetlejuice trivia! As always, our trivia is free and you can win…
Beetlejuice TriviaInsight Brewing & Taproom
2821 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Halloween at the Hewing
Join us for an unforgettable Halloween night at our Rooftop Bar & Lounge, where the vibe is alive with excitement and a touch of mystery! Featuring the amazing DJ Angel Beloved, who…
Halloween at the HewingHewing Hotel
300 N Washington Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55401
First Avenue’s Halloween Party & Costume Contest
Don't miss First Avenue’s Annual Halloween Party & Costume Contest presented by Radio K and Racket, with music from Sophia Eris, Izzie P, Michael Grey, and DJ McShellen. There's over $1,000 in…
First Avenue's Halloween Party & Costume ContestFirst Avenue
701 N 1st Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo
Celebrate the holidays with a dazzling array of homewares, holiday décor, jewelry, accessories, pottery, sculpture, textiles, paintings, and so much more. Find fabulous gifts from accomplished artisans and unique boutiques across the…
Minneapolis Gift & Art ExpoMinneapolis Convention Center
1301 2nd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404