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 This Month
- Friday, November 14, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Purple Rain (Touring)
State Theatre - Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Ames Center - Friday, November 21, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour
Fillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus - Friday, November 21, 2025 at 7:30 PM
The Phantom of the Opera (Touring)
Orpheum Theatre - Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars
Pantages Theatre - Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Felipe Esparza - At My Leisure World Tour
Pantages Theatre - Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Jessica Kirson
Uptown Theater Minneapolis - Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Roy Wood Jr.: The Man of Many Fathers Book Tour
Fillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus - Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM
The Chaos of the Bells
Dudley Riggs Theatre
All Arts & Theatre Events This Month91 Results
- November 16, 2025Sunday 06:30 PMPurple Rain (Touring)Minneapolis, MNState Theatre
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- November 18, 2025Tuesday 07:00 PMSwan Lake by International Ballet StarsMinneapolis, MNPantages Theatre
- November 18, 2025Tuesday 07:30 PMThe Notebook (Touring)Saint Paul, MNOrdway Theatre
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Ordway Theatre
- November 19, 2025Wednesday 06:30 PMRoy Wood Jr.: The Man of Many Fathers Book TourMinneapolis, MNFillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus
- November 19, 2025Wednesday 07:00 PMHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasMinneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- November 19, 2025Wednesday 07:30 PMPurple Rain (Touring)Minneapolis, MNState Theatre
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- November 19, 2025Wednesday 07:30 PMThe Notebook (Touring)Saint Paul, MNOrdway Theatre
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Ordway Theatre
- November 20, 2025Thursday 07:00 PMHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasMinneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- November 20, 2025Thursday 07:30 PMThe Chaos of the BellsMinneapolis, MNDudley Riggs Theatre
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- November 20, 2025Thursday 07:30 PMThe Notebook (Touring)Saint Paul, MNOrdway Theatre
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Ordway Theatre
- November 21, 2025Friday 07:00 PMAtsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl TourMinneapolis, MNFillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus
- November 21, 2025Friday 07:00 PMHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasMinneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- November 21, 2025Friday 07:30 PMPurple Rain (Touring)Minneapolis, MNState Theatre
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- November 21, 2025Friday 07:30 PMThe Chaos of the BellsMinneapolis, MNDudley Riggs Theatre
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- November 21, 2025Friday 07:30 PMThe Notebook (Touring)Saint Paul, MNOrdway Theatre
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Ordway Theatre
- November 21, 2025Friday 07:30 PMThe Phantom of the Opera (Touring)Minneapolis, MNOrpheum Theatre
- November 21, 2025Friday 08:00 PMFamily DinnerMinneapolis, MNDudley Riggs Theatre First Floor
- November 21, 2025Friday 09:30 PMAtsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl TourMinneapolis, MNFillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus
- November 22, 2025Saturday 11:00 AMHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasMinneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- November 22, 2025Saturday 02:00 PMHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasMinneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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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