WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8

The Diva of Buena Vista Social Club graces the jazz club's stage. Photo courtesy of the Dakota.

Cuban singer Omara Portuondo performs at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $55-$70.‍

Trevor Noah stops at Orpheum Theatre on his Off the Record tour. First of four shows at 8 p.m. $49.50-$115.

‍Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans at Target Center. Tipoff at 7 p.m. All ages; $18+.

‍Loreena McKennitt at State Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $45-$100.

‍Deer Tick at Fine Line with Abby Hamilton. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+; $28.50-$50.

‍Mating Ritual at 7th Street Entry with Loviet and Zippo Man. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+; $15-$20.

‍Paint & Sip at StormKing Brewpub & Barbecue from 6-8 p.m. $38.

WEEKLY:

Dylan Salfer at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. $8 cover.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9

Comedian, actress and social commentator Nancy Giles is the third speaker in the Forum's "American Story" series. Photo courtesy of Westminster Town Hall Forum.

CBS News Sunday Morning contributor Nancy Giles speaks on the topic of “Humor and Storytelling in the American Experience” during Westminster Town Hall Forum at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Program at 5:30 p.m. All ages; free.

An Evening with Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers at Fine Line. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+; $40-$60.

Del McCoury Band performs two shows at the Dakota at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. $60-$75.

O’Shaughnessy Distilling Co. hosts Women & Whiskey Sensory Tasting at Hewing Hotel from 6-8 p.m. Ages 21+;  $45.

Six-course Wild Game and Nature Dinner at Mara. Multiple seatings from 5-9:45 p.m.

Opening night of All I Want for Christmas is You… to Elf Off at Dudley Riggs Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. Not recommended for kids under 14. $25-$45.

‍Orchestra Spotlight at Orchestra Hall. Show at 11 a.m. All ages; $30-$69.

‍How Did This Get Made? at Pantages Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $79-$99.

‍Meltt at 7th Street Entry with Killed by Kiwis. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+; $15-$18.

‍Trevor Noah: Off the Record at Orpheum Theatre. Show at 8 p.m. $49.50-$115.

WEEKLY:

All that Drag at Roxy’s Cabaret starring Nina DiAngelo, BeBe Zahara Benet (RuPaul’s Drag Race) and Monica West. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 21+; $10. 

Jaybee & the Routine at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. $10 cover.

Thermaculture Thursday at Hewing Hotel from 7-9 p.m. $65.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10

BeBe's Bling Ball celebrates Minneapolis-based drag performer BeBe Zahara Benet, winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 1. Photo courtesy of BeBe's Bling Ball.

Dance the night away in your sparkliest outfit for BeBe’s Bling Ball at Glass House from 8 p.m. to midnight. $30-$60.

‍Billy Joel & Stevie Nicks at Target Field. Show at 7 p.m. All ages; $128+.

‍Ben Kweller celebrates the 20th anniversary of Sha Sha, his debut album, at Fine Line with Mason Jennings. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+; $30-$45.

‍Theory of a Deadman & Skillet at The Armory. Show at 7 p.m. All ages; $43.50+.

‍Chris Renzema at First Avenue with special guest Jess Ray. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+; $22-$25.

‍BAG MEN at 7th Street Entry. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+; $25.

‍Orchestra Spotlight at Orchestra Hall. Show at 8 p.m. All ages; $39-$106.

‍Trevor Noah: Off the Record at Orpheum Theatre. Show at 8 p.m. $49.50-$115.

‍How Did This Get Made? at Pantages Theatre. Show at 7 p.m. $79-$99.

‍An Evening with Tina Schlieske at the Dakota. Shows at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. $30-$40.

WEEKLY:

Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at 8 p.m. $15.

Lakes & Legends Music Series from 7-9 p.m. All ages; free.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11

A Christmas Carol runs through Dec. 30 on the Wurtele Thrust Stage. Photo courtesy of Guthrie Theater.

Opening night for A Christmas Carol at Guthrie Theater. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up; $29-$59.

‍Shabby Road Orchestra performs The Beatles’ Revolver at the Dakota. Shows at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. $25-$35.

‍U.S. Naval Academy Glee Club with the Minnesota Orchestra at Orchestra Hall. Show at 7 p.m. $38-$88.

Flip Phone Events presents P!NK & Olivia Rodrigo Drag Brunch at Union Rooftop. Performances at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. All ages; $18 plus an entree.

‍Rory Scovel: The Last Tour Special Taping Event at Goodale Theater (The Cowles Center). Show at 7 p.m. All ages; $40.

Kidd G at Fine Line with Lathan Warlick. Show at 7 p.m. All ages; $27.50.

‍DragonForce at First Avenue with Amaranthe, Nanowar of Steel and Edge off Paradise. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 18+; $30-$35.

‍We Are Scientists at 7th Street Entry with Sean McVerry. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+; $20.

‍Trevor Noah: Off the Record at Orpheum Theatre. Show at 7 p.m. $49.50-$115.

WEEKLY:

A Handmade Holiday Market at Lakes & Legends Brewing Co., every Saturday through Dec. 16 from 12-5 p.m. All ages; free.

Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue, every Saturday and Sunday through December (except federal holidays) from 9 a.m. until noon. All ages; free.

Nina DiAngelo, Monica West and BeBe Zahara Benet (RuPaul’s Drag Race) star in flamBOYance at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at 8 p.m. $15.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12

Comedic legend Adam Sandler, a.k.a. Sandman, comes to town. Photo courtesy of Target Center.

Adam Sandler: The I Missed You Tour at Target Center Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 16+; $39.50+.

‍Vikings vs. New Orleans Saints at U.S. Bank Stadium. Kickoff at noon. All ages; $110+.

Closing night of For the People at Guthrie Theater. Show at 7 p.m. All ages; $5-$73.

Flip Phone Events presents Pokémon Drag Brunch at Crave. Performances at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. All ages; $17 plus an entree.

‍Minneapolis Vintage Market at Machine Shop. All ages; $10 for early-bird entry at 11 a.m. free admission at noon.

‍Sip ‘N Bloom’s seasonal flower arranging class at Number 12 Cider from 1-2:30 p.m. Ages 21+; $65-$155.‍

Voices of Our TImes: Carolyn Holbrook & Friends at Strive Bookstore from 2-4 p.m. All ages; free.

JD Simo at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $25-$35.

‍Walter Etc. at 7th Street Entry with Suzie True and Che Arthur. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+; $15.

‍Scene Queen at Fine Line with Ellise and Rivals. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 18+; $22-$40.

‍U.S. Naval Academy Glee Club with the Minnesota Orchestra at Orchestra Hall. Show at 2 p.m. $53-$93.

WEEKLY:

Dr. Mambo’s Combo at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. $10 cover.

Beauty & Bubbles drag brunch at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at noon. $15.

Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue, every Saturday and Sunday through December (except on federal holidays) from 9 a.m. until noon. All ages; free.

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13

Minneapolis-based drummer Bobby Commodore (pictured) performs with pianist Phil Aaron, bassist Adam Linz and saxophonist Doug Haining. Photo courtesy of the Dakota.

Bobby Commodore: Classic Quartet, Classic Tunes at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $10-$20.

‍Helena Deland at 7th Street Entry with Jana Horn. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+; $18-$20.

‍Annual Fall Music Festival at Orchestra Hall, featuring Robbinsdale Area Schools choirs, wind ensembles and orchestras. Show at 7 p.m. All ages; $8-$13.

‍Intuitive Tarot – New Moon at Hewing Hotel from 6-8 p.m. $35.

‍New Moon Steam Medley at Hewing Hotel from 7-9 p.m. $65

WEEKLY:

Dāna Yoga (donation-based class) at Glass House from 6-7 p.m. All ages; free or give what you can to local nonprofit.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14

"Company" runs through Nov. 14-19 in Minneapolis and then heads to the next U.S. city. Photo courtesy of Orpheum Theatre.

Opening night of Tony Award-winning musical comedy "Company" at Orpheum Theatre. Recommended for ages 8 and up; $40-$139.

‍Maverick City Music at The Armory. Show at 7 p.m. All ages; $47-$54.

‍Davina and the Vagabonds at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $35-$40.

‍Baroness at First Avenue with Chat Pile and Spotlights. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 18+; $29.50-$35.

‍Palehound at 7th Street Entry with alexalone. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+; $18-$20.

‍The Elovaters at Fine Line with Shwayze and Surfer Girl. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+; $25-$45.

WEEKLY:

International Reggae Allstars at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. $10 cover.

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