Top Things to Do in Minneapolis this August
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.
Little Shop of Horrors
On Skid Row, Mr. Mushnik plans to shutter his failing florist shop when his timid staffer Seymour presents an exotic-but-wilted flytrap named Audrey II. Convinced it will boost business, Seymour encourages Mr…
English
Language educator Marjan maintains a strict “English only” teaching method in her classroom to ensure her four Iranian students pass their English proficiency test with flying colors. Everyone has varying motivations, accents…
Minnesota Fringe Festival
Find modern twists on classic tales, politically driven story lines, crying-tears-of-laughter comedic productions, and surprisingly relatable narratives. With performances for all ages, the Minnesota Fringe Festival is a unique and spirited celebration…
Manners and Misconduct: Improvised Jane Austen
Pride. Sensibility. Fainting.Whether you’re a die-hard Austenite or you don’t know jack about Jane, you don’t want to miss this show! Based on suggestions from the audience, our cast of women, femme…
Manners and Misconduct: Improvised Jane Austen810 West Lake Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408
CrayWEEK at Smack Shack North Loop
A whole lot of you have been asking about Crayfest and this year we’re changing things up! Say hello to CrayWEEK! From August 5th to 11th, we’re getting cray at Smack Shack…
CrayWEEK at Smack Shack North LoopSmack Shack
601 N Washington Avee
Minneapolis, Mn 55401
Karma — A Bollywood Dance Circus
Karma: A Bollywood Circus", a 70-minte show that celebrates the beauty of neurodiversity through breathtaking aerial acts, vibrant dance routines, and heartwarming narratives. Watch as our diverse cast of 50 performers dive…
Karma - A Bollywood Dance CircusLuminary Arts Center
700 N 1st St
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Meet at Mia: Summer Series
Connect, create, kick back! Meet at Mia is a new series of free Thursday evening events for adults. Get to know us—and each other—with live music, art making, special programs, and unique…
Meet at Mia: Summer SeriesMinneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
First Thursdays at Northrup King Building
Northrup King Building is home to hundreds of Artists and Creatives. First Thursdays are a great night to visit our artists and discuss the process and inspiration behind the incredible art, and…
First Thursdays at Northrup King BuildingThe Northrup King Building
1500 Jackson St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Happy Hour Karaōke
$5 Bloodys, Buffys & Mimosas$4 Rails & House Wine$3 Minnesota Pints$2 Off Craft Cocktails & Glass Wine Craft Cocktails, Elevated… Above The Nicollet Diner & Roxy’s Cabaret. We feature a brilliant craft…
Happy Hour Karaoke1333 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Show Me Your Wings
SHOW ME YOUR WINGS Created by MaMa Faerie In collaboration with Phantom Chorus Theatre Join musician and theatremaker Rhiannon Fiskradatz, aka MaMa Faerie, on a journey through an imaginative world featuring songs…
‘An American in Paris’ with the Minnesota Orchestra
Celebrated as one of the “Top Ten Movie Musicals of All Time” by the American Film Institute, An American in Paris features stunning performances by Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron, brought to…
'An American in Paris' with the Minnesota OrchestraOrchestra Hall
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403