Minneapolis
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.
Must-see events in Minneapolis
Popular Concerts in Minneapolis
- Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve
Target Center - Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Ed Sheeran: LOOP Tour
U.S. Bank Stadium - Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM
TWICE [THIS IS FOR] WORLD TOUR IN ST PAUL
Grand Casino Arena - Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Ty Myers
Armory - Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Lady Gaga: The MAYHEM Ball
Grand Casino Arena - Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Brandon Lake - King of Hearts Tour
Grand Casino Arena - Monday, August 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM
My Chemical Romance The Black Parade 2026
Target Field - Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Cardi B - Little Miss Drama Tour
Target Center - Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Alex Warren Presents: Little Orphan Alex Live
Grand Casino Arena
Popular Sports in Minneapolis
- Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Monster Jam
U.S. Bank Stadium - Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Minnesota Wild vs. Edmonton Oilers
Grand Casino Arena - Friday, December 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Minnesota Frost vs Boston Fleet
Grand Casino Arena - Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Minnesota Vikings vs. Washington Commanders
U.S. Bank Stadium - Friday, December 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM
2026 IIHF World Junior Championship-Group A - Sweden v. Slovakia
Grand Casino Arena - Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Minnesota Roller Derby
Roy Wilkins Auditorium at St. Paul RiverCentre
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
Popular Family in Minneapolis
- Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto
Grand Casino Arena - Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart
Ames Center - Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Elmo's Got the Moves
State Theatre - Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Stars on Ice - U.S.
Grand Casino Arena - Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Dog Man The Musical
Pantages Theatre - Friday, February 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Cinch World's Toughest Rodeo
Grand Casino Arena - Friday, January 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Land O Lakes Dog Show
Saint Paul RiverCentre
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
Minneapolis Sports Teams
Minneapolis boasts a dynamic sports scene that keeps fans cheering all year. From high-energy games at top venues to citywide celebrations after a big win, Twin Cities sports are at the heart of it all.
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- February 1, 2026Sunday 06:30 PMChicagoMinneapolis, MNOrpheum Theatre
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- February 1, 2026Sunday 07:00 PMCharlie Berens: The Lost and Found TourMinneapolis, MNState Theatre
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- February 2, 2026Monday 06:30 PMMinnesota Wild vs. Montreal CanadiensSaint Paul, MNGrand Casino Arena
- February 2, 2026Monday 08:00 PMAgriculture (18 & Over with Valid Government ID)Minneapolis, MN7th Street Entry
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- Agriculture
- Knoll
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7th Street Entry
- February 4, 2026Wednesday 12:00 AMMinnesota Gophers Mens Basketball vs. Michigan State Spartans Mens BasketballMinneapolis, MNWilliams Arena
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Williams Arena
- February 3, 2026Tuesday 08:00 PMJade Eagleson (18 & Over with Valid Government ID)Minneapolis, MN7th Street Entry
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- Jade Eagleson
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7th Street Entry
- February 4, 2026Wednesday 08:00 PMOlivia Barton (18 & Over with Valid Government ID)Minneapolis, MN7th Street Entry
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- Olivia Barton
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7th Street Entry
- February 6, 2026Friday 12:00 AMMinnesota Gophers Mens Hockey vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Mens Ice HockeyMinneapolis, MN3M Arena at Mariucci
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3M Arena at Mariucci
- February 5, 2026Thursday 07:00 PMGo, Dog. Go!Minneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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- Go, Dog. Go!
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UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- February 7, 2026Saturday 12:00 AMMinnesota Gophers Mens Hockey vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Mens Ice HockeyMinneapolis, MN3M Arena at Mariucci
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3M Arena at Mariucci
- February 6, 2026Friday 07:00 PMGo, Dog. Go!Minneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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- Go, Dog. Go!
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UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- February 6, 2026Friday 07:00 PMMinnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans PelicansMinneapolis, MNTarget Center
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Target Center
- February 6, 2026Friday 07:30 PMThe Holiday HangoverMinneapolis, MNDudley Riggs Theatre
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- February 6, 2026Friday 07:30 PMThe RunaroundsMinneapolis, MNFirst Avenue
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- The Runarounds
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First Avenue
- February 6, 2026Friday 08:00 PMMusic of Pink Floyd w/ Minnesota OrchestraMinneapolis, MNOrchestra Hall-MN
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- Music of Pink Floyd
- Minnesota Orchestra
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Orchestra Hall-MN
- February 7, 2026Saturday 11:00 AMGo, Dog. Go!Minneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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- Go, Dog. Go!
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UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- February 7, 2026Saturday 02:00 PMGo, Dog. Go!Minneapolis, MNUnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
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- Go, Dog. Go!
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UnitedHealth Group Stage-The Childrens Theatre
- February 7, 2026Saturday 05:00 PMMonster JamMinneapolis, MNU.S. Bank Stadium
- February 8, 2026Sunday 12:00 AMMinnesota Gophers Mens Basketball vs. Maryland Terrapins Mens BasketballMinneapolis, MNWilliams Arena
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Williams Arena
- February 7, 2026Saturday 06:30 PMLeft To Suffer w/ The Last Ten Seconds of LifeMinneapolis, MN7th Street Entry
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- Left To Suffer
- The Last Ten Seconds of Life
- Larcenia Roe
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7th Street Entry
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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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