Minneapolis - Sports
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 Sports in Minneapolis
- Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Monster Jam
U.S. Bank Stadium - Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Minnesota Wild vs. Vegas Golden Knights
Grand Casino Arena - Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears
U.S. Bank Stadium - Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM
WWE Presents NXT Live
Roy Wilkins Auditorium at St. Paul RiverCentre - Friday, November 14, 2025
MSHSL 2025 Football Tournament
U.S. Bank Stadium - Friday, November 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Minnesota Frost vs Toronto Sceptres
Grand Casino Arena - Friday, December 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM
2026 IIHF World Junior Championship-Group A - Sweden v. Slovakia
Grand Casino Arena - Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Minnesota Roller Derby
Roy Wilkins Auditorium at St. Paul RiverCentre
All Sports Events in Minneapolis277 Results
- December 21, 2025Sunday 06:00 PMMinnesota Timberwolves vs. Milwaukee BucksMinneapolis, MNTarget Center
Venue
Target Center
- December 23, 2025Tuesday 07:00 PMMinnesota Timberwolves vs. New York KnicksMinneapolis, MNTarget Center
Venue
Target Center
- December 23, 2025Tuesday 07:00 PMMinnesota Wild vs. Nashville PredatorsSaint Paul, MNGrand Casino Arena
- December 25, 2025Thursday 03:30 PMMinnesota Vikings vs. Detroit LionsMinneapolis, MNU.S. Bank Stadium
- December 26, 2025Friday 12:00 AMIIHF World Junior Hockey ChampionshipMinneapolis, MN3M Arena at Mariucci
Venue
3M Arena at Mariucci
- December 26, 2025Friday 12:00 PM2026 IIHF World Junior Championship-Group A - Sweden v. SlovakiaSaint Paul, MNGrand Casino Arena
- December 26, 2025Friday 02:30 PMIIHF World Junior Hockey ChampionshipMinneapolis, MN3M Arena at Mariucci
Venue
3M Arena at Mariucci
- December 26, 2025Friday 05:00 PM2026 IIHF World Junior Championship-Group A - Germany v. USASaint Paul, MNGrand Casino Arena
- December 26, 2025Friday 07:30 PMIIHF World Junior Hockey ChampionshipMinneapolis, MN3M Arena at Mariucci
Venue
3M Arena at Mariucci
- December 27, 2025Saturday 01:00 PM2026 IIHF World Junior Championship-Group A - Slovakia v. GermanySaint Paul, MNGrand Casino Arena
- December 27, 2025Saturday 03:30 PMIIHF World Junior Hockey ChampionshipMinneapolis, MN3M Arena at Mariucci
Venue
3M Arena at Mariucci
- December 27, 2025Saturday 05:00 PM2026 IIHF World Junior Championship-Group A - USA v. SwitzerlandSaint Paul, MNGrand Casino Arena
- December 27, 2025Saturday 07:00 PMMinnesota Timberwolves vs. Brooklyn NetsMinneapolis, MNTarget Center
Venue
Target Center
- December 27, 2025Saturday 07:30 PMIIHF World Junior Hockey ChampionshipMinneapolis, MN3M Arena at Mariucci
Venue
3M Arena at Mariucci
- December 28, 2025Sunday 01:00 PM2026 IIHF World Junior Championship-Group A - Sweden v. SwitzerlandSaint Paul, MNGrand Casino Arena
- December 28, 2025Sunday 03:30 PMIIHF World Junior Hockey ChampionshipMinneapolis, MN3M Arena at Mariucci
Venue
3M Arena at Mariucci
- December 29, 2025Monday 12:00 AMMinnesota Gophers Mens Basketball vs. Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Mens BasketballMinneapolis, MNWilliams Arena
Venue
Williams Arena
- December 29, 2025Monday 12:00 PM2026 IIHF World Junior Championship-Group A - Germany v. SwedenSaint Paul, MNGrand Casino Arena
- December 29, 2025Monday 02:30 PMIIHF World Junior Hockey ChampionshipMinneapolis, MN3M Arena at Mariucci
Venue
3M Arena at Mariucci
- December 29, 2025Monday 05:00 PM2026 IIHF World Junior Championship-Group A - Slovakia v. USASaint Paul, MNGrand Casino Arena
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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This city’s legendary stages showcase Minneapolis live music at its finest, while major arenas and stadiums host the biggest sports events in Minneapolis throughout the year. Dive deeper into the dynamic entertainment scene that defines this half of the Twin Cities.
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