Minneapolis - Arts & Theatre
Minneapolis is a city that knows how to entertain. From its thriving live music and theater scenes to major league sports and festivals, there’s always something to add to the Twin Cities calendar. Whether planning a night on the town or mapping out a weekend getaway, get ready to unlock the many things to do in Minneapolis, including Minneapolis events that keep the city buzzing in every season.
Popular Arts, Theater & Comedy in Minneapolis
- Friday, January 9, 2026 at 7:30 PM
John Mulaney: Mister Whatever
Armory - Friday, December 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Orpheum Theatre - Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Les Miserables (Touring)
Orpheum Theatre - Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Jerry Seinfeld
Orpheum Theatre - Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Gary Owen: No Hard Feelings Tour
State Theatre - Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The Best of Steve Martin & Martin Short
Orpheum Theatre - Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Touring)
Orpheum Theatre - Friday, April 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour
State Theatre - Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The Phantom of the Opera (Touring)
Orpheum Theatre
All Arts & Theatre Events in Minneapolis459 Results
- December 13, 2025Saturday 11:00 AMHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasMinneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
Venue
UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- December 13, 2025Saturday 01:00 PMNUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas BalletMinneapolis, MNOrpheum Theatre
- December 13, 2025Saturday 02:00 PMHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasMinneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
Venue
UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- December 13, 2025Saturday 02:00 PMTwin Cities Ballet - A Minnesota NutcrackerBurnsville, MNAmes Center
Venue
- December 13, 2025Saturday 03:00 PMLoyce Houlton's Nutcracker FantasyMinneapolis, MNState Theatre
- December 13, 2025Saturday 04:30 PMThe Chaos of the BellsMinneapolis, MNDudley Riggs Theatre
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Venue
- December 13, 2025Saturday 05:00 PMNUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas BalletMinneapolis, MNOrpheum Theatre
- December 13, 2025Saturday 07:00 PMTwin Cities Ballet - A Minnesota NutcrackerBurnsville, MNAmes Center
Venue
- December 13, 2025Saturday 07:30 PMLoyce Houlton's Nutcracker FantasyMinneapolis, MNState Theatre
- December 13, 2025Saturday 07:30 PMThe Chaos of the BellsMinneapolis, MNDudley Riggs Theatre
Lineup
Venue
- December 13, 2025Saturday 08:00 PMFamily DinnerMinneapolis, MNDudley Riggs Theatre First Floor
- December 14, 2025Sunday 01:00 PMTwin Cities Ballet - A Minnesota NutcrackerBurnsville, MNAmes Center
Venue
- December 14, 2025Sunday 02:00 PMHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasMinneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
Venue
UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- December 14, 2025Sunday 02:00 PMThe Chaos of the BellsMinneapolis, MNDudley Riggs Theatre
Lineup
Venue
- December 14, 2025Sunday 03:00 PMJordan Klepper - Suffering FoolsMinneapolis, MNFillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus
- December 14, 2025Sunday 03:00 PMLoyce Houlton's Nutcracker FantasyMinneapolis, MNState Theatre
- December 14, 2025Sunday 04:30 PMTwin Cities Ballet - A Minnesota NutcrackerBurnsville, MNAmes Center
Venue
- December 14, 2025Sunday 05:00 PMHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasMinneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
Venue
UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- December 14, 2025Sunday 05:00 PMThe Chaos of the BellsMinneapolis, MNDudley Riggs Theatre
Lineup
Venue
- December 14, 2025Sunday 06:00 PMJordan Klepper - Suffering FoolsMinneapolis, MNFillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus
Venues in Minneapolis
From world-class arenas to intimate clubs, Minneapolis offers a stage for every kind of experience. From massive shows at U.S. Bank Stadium to legendary nights at First Avenue, these stages highlight some of the best things to do in Minneapolis. Whether you’re after major Minneapolis concerts or unique Minneapolis events, these are the venues that can be counted on to deliver in the Twin Cities.
- Football, Concerts, Special Events
U.S. Bank Stadium
401 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415 - Basketball, Concerts, Special Events
Target Center
600 1st Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55403 - Baseball, Concerts, Special Events
Target Field
353 N 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55403 - Football, Concerts, Special Events
Huntington Bank Stadium
2009 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455 - Concerts, Special Events
Fillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus
525 5th Street North, Minneapolis, MN 55401 - Concerts
First Avenue
701 First Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55403 - Hockey, Concerts, Special Events
Grand Casino Arena (formerly Xcel Energy Center)
199 Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55102
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