WEDNESDAY, OCT. 16
The Minnesota Lynx have home court advantage in the second half of the WNBA finals against the New York Liberty. Tipoff at 7 p.m. All ages, almost sold out
Superchunk celebrates 30 years of “Foolish,” their fourth studio album, at First Avenue with Quivers. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $25/$30
The Magic of Motown pays tribute to Diana Ross & The Supremes, The Jackson Five, Aretha Franklin, The Temptations, Smokey Robinson, and more at the Pantages Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $34-$74
The Modist Comedy Hour returns to the North Loop brewery from 8-10 p.m. $10/$15
It's Terrier breed night at Unleashed Hounds & Hops from 4-9 p.m.
Master lyricist and satirical storyteller John Hiatt delivers songs filled with tales of redemption, relationships and surrendering on his own terms at the Dakota for three nights. Show at 7 p.m. $100-$160
The Jon Irabagon Quartet plays contemporary jazz at Berlin. Show at 7 p.m. $30
Walker Rider brings the heat to Zhora Darling with Kat and the Kodachromes, Makin Out, and Bathtub Cig. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 21+, $15
Trevor Anderson tells jokes at Acme Comedy Co. for two nights. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20-$35
Didi Jackson visits Milkweed Books to launch her newest collection, "My Infinity," and partake in a lively discussion around ekphrastic work and how poetry and visual art intersect. Event at 6 p.m. All ages, free
Pokey LaFarge performs at the Fine Line with The Tailspins. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $30-$50
WEEKLY:
North Loop Green hosts trivia night with Trivia Mafia on Bassett Hound’s patio from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free
The Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free
Dylan Salfer performs at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $8
Roxy’s Cabaret hosts game night with classic board games and Mario Kart on the wall of LED screens from 7-11 p.m. Free
It’s also game night at North Loop Galley from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free
KJ from Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at Brit’s Pub at 7 p.m. Free
Ding Batz Open Mic at The Comedy Corner Underground. Starts at 8 p.m. Free
Mill District Safety Walk from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Meet on the staircase behind the Guthrie Theater and wear an orange hat or shirt. Free
RECURRING:
“Some Like It Hot,” a Prohibition-era musical comedy based on the 1959 film starring Marilyn Monroe, continues through Sunday at the Orpheum Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $40-$135
Actor Patrick Page’s one-man play on Shakepeare’s villains, “All the Devils Are Here,” runs at the Orpheum Theatre through mid-November. Show at 7:30 p.m. $29+
THURSDAY, OCT. 17
The Minnesota Timberwolves play their final preseason game against the Denver Nuggets at Target Center. Tipoff at 7 p.m. All ages, $9+
Chicago-born comedian Corey Holcomb stops at the Fillmore Minneapolis on The Joke King Tour. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $61+
Touring ABBA tribute band Mania performs the Swedish pop group’s hits at the Pantages Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $35-$65
Gamut Gallery screens "Meat Raffle," a dark comedy-horror film set in northern Wisconsin. Social hour at 7 p.m., movie at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $15/$20
Singer-songwriter Montell Fish headlines First Avenue. Show at 7:30 p.m. All ages, $25
Christian music singer-songwriter Anne Wilson performs at the State Theatre with Jordan Rowe. Show at 7 p.m. $25-$80
Tim Sparks & Ben Abrahamson warm up Berlin's stage from 4:30-6:30 p.m. No cover
Then newly-formed group Vertighost takes over at Berlin. Show at 7 p.m. $15
Drug Church comes to the Fine Line with Modern Color, Soul Blind and Pony. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $23-$43
Hello Mary plays 7th St Entry with Bleary Eyed. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $15
Master lyricist and satirical storyteller John Hiatt delivers songs filled with tales of redemption, relationships and surrendering on his own terms at the Dakota for three nights. Show at 7 p.m. $100-$160
Trevor Anderson tells jokes at Acme Comedy Co. for two nights. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20-$35
WEEKLY:
Thermaculture Thursdays offers a combination of steam aromatherapy, light breathwork and meditation in the Hewing Hotel's rooftop sauna from 7-9 p.m. $65
The Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free
Ben Katzner and Ellie Hino host the Darlings stand-up comedy show at Zhora Darling at 9 p.m. Ages 21+, $5
Record on Draft: Vinyl Thursdays at Fulton Beer. Starts at 6 p.m. Bring a record to play and get a pint. Free
Jaybee & the Routine perform at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10
All that Drag at Roxy’s Cabaret starring Nina DiAngelo, BeBe Zahara Benet (RuPaul’s Drag Race) and Monica West. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 21+; $10
RECURRING:
“Some Like It Hot,” a Prohibition-era musical comedy based on the 1959 film starring Marilyn Monroe, continues through Sunday at the Orpheum Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $40-$135
Actor Patrick Page’s one-man play on Shakepeare’s villains, “All the Devils Are Here,” runs at the Orpheum Theatre through mid-November. Show at 7:30 p.m. $37+
“Bonnie and Clyde,” a Collide Theatrical Dance Co. production on the notorious outlaw couple, continues at the Luminary Arts Center. Show at 7 p.m. $35+
FRIDAY, OCT. 18
EDM duo Sofi Tukker brings The Bread Tour to the Armory. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 18+, $46+
The Minnesota Lynx have home court advantage in the second half of the WNBA finals against the New York Liberty. Tipoff at 7 p.m. All ages, $19+
Vogue Down Minneapolis duckwalks and catwalks around the Modist Brewing Co. taproom from 8-10 p.m. All ages, free
Minneapolis music legend Saint Paul Peterson celebrates his 60th birthday at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $50/$60
Watch a classic spooky movie, “Scream,” outside of North Loop Green at 7 p.m. All ages, free
Russian classical pianist Yulianna Avdeeva performs Dmitri Shostakovich’s “Symphony No. 12” with the Minnesota Orchestra. Show at 8 p.m. at Orchestra Hall. $20-$106
Gentleman Speaker holds an album release at Zhora Darling. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 18+, $10/$5
Robert Kelly tells jokes at Acme Comedy Co. for two nights. Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $20
Patrick Adkins and Toivo Hannigan unite for two sets of dinner jazz from 5-7 p.m. at Berlin. No cover
Then instrumental indie jazz trio HEYARLO takes over at Berlin. Show at 8 p.m. $10
Inbound BrewCo hosts Pokemon Trivia in its North Loop taproom from 7-9 p.m. All ages, free
Comedian and actress Heather McDonald brings The Juicy Scoop Experience to the Fillmore Minneapolis. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 16+, $53+
Emo Nite returns to the Fine Line with Forrest Kline of Hellogoodbye indie-pop band. Music at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, $ 21-$41
Daniel Nunnelee plays 7th St Entry with Shane T. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $17/$20
WEEKLY:
Warehouse District Live descends on downtown Minneapolis every Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. through October.
A group of neighbors and friends meets in Loring Park's Garden of the Seasons every Friday morning at 7 a.m. for 30 minutes of meditation, followed by coffee and camaraderie.
The Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free
Cade from Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at Brit’s Pub from 5-6:30 p.m. Free
A rotating selection of local DJs spin during JUICE at Modist from 8-11 p.m. Free
Friday Night Open Mic at The Comedy Corner Underground from 10-11:30 p.m. Ages 21+, free
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at 7 p.m. $15
RECURRING:
“Some Like It Hot,” a Prohibition-era musical comedy based on the 1959 film starring Marilyn Monroe, continues through Sunday at the Orpheum Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $40-$135
Actor Patrick Page’s one-man play on Shakepeare’s villains, “All the Devils Are Here,” runs at the Orpheum Theatre through mid-November. Show at 7:30 p.m. $41+
“Bonnie and Clyde,” a Collide Theatrical Dance Co. production on the notorious outlaw couple, continues at the Luminary Arts Center. Show at 7:30 p.m. $35+
Brave New Workshop’s presidential election comedy show, “No Country For Two Old Men,” continues at Dudley Riggs Theatre until Election Day. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 14+, $40
SATURDAY, OCT. 19
André 3000 performs his debut solo album, New Blue Sun, at the Fillmore Minneapolis. Show at 8 p.m. All ages, $65+
A musical therapist, Minnesota Orchestra musician, and local artists put on a fall sensory-friendly concert in the Target Atrium. Show at 11 a.m. All ages, $12
Comedian and actor Mike Birbiglia brings his Please Stop the Ride tour to the State Theatre for two nights. Show at 7 p.m. $39-$69
Bee Gees tribute band Stayin’ Alive perform the trio’s hits at the Pantages Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $30-$65
Performers pay tribute to Queen Bey and her haunted side during Boo-Yoncé: Beyoncé Drag Brunch at Union Rooftop. Shows at 10 a.m., 12:30 and 3 p.m. All ages, $18 plus entree
Take an outdoor yoga class with Annie Hayes Wellness at North Loop Green from 9-10 a.m. All ages, $10
Rachael Yamagata performs at The Cedar Cultural Center with Sandy Bell. Show at 8 p.m. All ages, $30
The Lemon Twigs headline the Fine Line with Brower. Show at 7:30 p.m. All ages, $18/$20
DJ and music producer Gryffin comes to the Armory. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, sold out
D.Frequency, Slamdunkapher, and M.Yaeger perform during the BIZARRE Halloween special at Zhora Darling. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 21+, $12
The Paul Renz Trio warms up Berlin's stage from 5-7 p.m. No cover
Then the Jovon Williams Quartet takes over at Berlin. Show at 8 p.m. $15
Russian classical pianist Yulianna Avdeeva performs Dmitri Shostakovich’s “Symphony No. 12” with the Minnesota Orchestra. Show at 7 p.m. at Orchestra Hall. $31-$106
Vaultboy plays 7th St Entry with John Michael Howell. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $25-$40
Robert Kelly tells jokes at Acme Comedy Co. for two nights. Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $20
Master lyricist and satirical storyteller John Hiatt delivers songs filled with tales of redemption, relationships and surrendering on his own terms at the Dakota for three nights. Show at 7 p.m. $100-$160
WEEKLY:
Free yoga with the Minneapolis Bouldering Project at Mill Ruins Park from 10-11 a.m. Free
Warehouse District Live descends on downtown Minneapolis every Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. through October.
Garden with volunteers from the Friends of Loring Park every second Saturday starting at 9 a.m. in Loring Park's Garden of the Seasons.
The Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue is open from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free
The Mill City Farmers Market is open outside of the Guthrie Theater from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., with free hour-long yoga classes at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. All ages, free
Nina DiAngelo, Monica West and BeBe Zahara Benet (“RuPaul’s Drag Race”) star in flamBOYance at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at 7 p.m. $15
RECURRING:
“Some Like It Hot,” a Prohibition-era musical comedy based on the 1959 film starring Marilyn Monroe, continues through tomorrow at the Orpheum Theatre. Shows at 2 and 7:30 p.m. $40-$135
Actor Patrick Page’s one-man play on Shakepeare’s villains, “All the Devils Are Here,” runs at the Orpheum Theatre through mid-November. Shows at 1 and 7:30 p.m. $41+
“Bonnie and Clyde,” a Collide Theatrical Dance Co. production on the notorious outlaw couple, continues at the Luminary Arts Center. Show at 7:30 p.m. $35+
Brave New Workshop’s presidential election comedy show, “No Country For Two Old Men,” continues at Dudley Riggs Theatre until Election Day. Shows at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 14+, $40
SUNDAY, OCT. 20
The Minnesota Vikings (5-0) defend their undefeated streak against the Detroit Lions (3-1) at U.S. Bank Stadium. Kickoff at noon. All ages, sold out
Everclear takes First Avenue back to the ‘90s with Marcy Playground and Jimmie’s Chicken Shack. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 18+, $36/$41
Comedian and actor Mike Birbiglia brings his Please Stop the Ride tour to the State Theatre for two nights. Show at 6 p.m. $39-$69
Old St. Anthony Fall Bazaar returns to Machine Shop. Event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All ages, free
“Some Like It Hot,” a Prohibition-era musical comedy based on the 1959 film starring Marilyn Monroe, ends at the Orpheum Theatre. Shows at 1 and 6:30 p.m. $40-$135
Prost! North Loop Green celebrates the end of Oktoberfest from 12-5 p.m., with beer sampling, themed food, live music from Jenna Graves and the Loons, and the Vikings game on the big screen. All ages, free
Enjoy breakfast food with breathtaking views of Minneapolis during Skyline Brunch at Windows at Marquette on the 50th floor of the IDS Tower. Seatings from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All ages, $30-$79
Pacific Northwest foursome Seaside Tryst brings a colorful pastiche to dusky synth music at Zhora Darling. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 21+, $15
Performers bring back icons who have passed on like Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Selena during Divas from the Past Drag Brunch at Crave. Shows at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. All ages, $18 plus entree
Chicago-based pianist Harry James plays a very special hour of solo piano compositions from his upcoming album, "Halcyon and Xiomara," at Berlin from 5:30-6:30 p.m. No cover
Then foursome Astronomy Town brings its "indie-lounge" music to Berlin. Show at 7:30 p.m. No cover
Singer-songwriter Bilal performs at the Dakota. Shows at 6 and 9:30 p.m. $40/$45
Rock bands Skillet and Seether share a bill at the Armory. Show at 6 p.m. All ages, $53
The Elovaters headline the Fine Line with Cisco Adler and Bikini Trill. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 18+, $32-$50
JW Francis and Jaguar Sun share a bill at 7th St Entry with Sleeping Jesus. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $17/$20
Deathcore band Lorna Shore packs the Fillmore Minneapolis. Show at 6 p.m. All ages, sold out
WEEKLY:
Inbound BrewCo holds bingo in the taproom every Sunday at 3 p.m. Ages 18+, $2 per card
The Minneapolis Farmers Market is open on Lyndale Avenue from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages, free
Mia of Trivia Mafia hosts trivia in Fulton’s taproom at 5 p.m. Free
Beauty & Bubbles drag brunch at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at noon. $15
Church of Cornbread at Palmer's Bar with Cornbread Harris and his band from 5-7 p.m. Ages 21+, free
Roxy’s Cabaret screens a movie for Cult Cinema Sundays. Doors at 7 p.m., movie at 8 p.m. Free entry and popcorn
Dr. Mambo’s Combo performs at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10 cover
RECURRING:
Actor Patrick Page’s one-man play on Shakepeare’s villains, “All the Devils Are Here,” runs at the Orpheum Theatre through mid-November. Show at 7 p.m. $37+
“Bonnie and Clyde,” a Collide Theatrical Dance Co. production on the notorious outlaw couple, continues at the Luminary Arts Center. Show at 2 p.m. $35+
MONDAY, OCT. 21
R&B singer-songwriter Liv Warfield, who was part of Prince's New Power Generation, performs at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $50/$55
Smol dog night returns to Unleashed Hounds & Hops from 6-8 p.m. $7 per dog up to 30 pounds
Touché Amoré performs at the Fine Line with Soul Glo, Portrayal of Guilt and Soft Blue Shimmer. Show at 7:30 p.m. Agess 18+, $25-$45
Fulton Beer holds a blood drive in its North Loop taproom from 12-6 p.m.
Rebecca Merblum and Judith II play jazz at Berlin. Show at 7 p.m. No cover
Rapper nobigdyl. performs at 7th St Entry with Jon Keith and Aklesso. Show at 7:30 p.m. All ages, $20/$25
WEEKLY:
Guess the titles and artists of songs played in the taproom as quickly as you (and your team) can during Music Mayhem Trivia at Inbound BrewCo from 7-9 p.m. Free
Genevee Love hosts Superstar Karaoke at Roxy’s Cabaret at 7 p.m. Free
Annie Hayes Wellness puts on a donation-based Dāna Yoga class at Glass House from 6-7 p.m. All ages, $10 suggested donation
Taylar of Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at StormKing Brewpub at 7:30 p.m.
TUESDAY, OCT. 22
Soulful singer-songwriter Leon Bridges returns to the Armory. Show at 8 p.m. All ages, $73
Political scientist and author Larry Jacobs talks about themes from his recently-updated “Democracy Under Fire: Donald Trump and the Breaking of American History” at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Performance by Pick-A-Rib Three at 5:30 p.m., forum at 6 p.m. All ages, free
Dawn Richard and Spencer Zahn play lush, ambient jazz at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $35/$40
Hellseher performs at Zhora Darling with King Cesar and In Solid Air. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10
Transform your favorite photo into a vibrant masterpiece during Second Period Art Class at Fulton Beer from 6:30-8:30 p.m. $20/$25
The Sisters of Mercy perform at the Fillmore Minneapolis with Blaqk Audio. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $83+
Jeris Johnson plays 7th St Entry with Slay Squad and BLAKSWAN. Show at 8 p.m. Ag4s 18+, $23/$25
WEEKLY:
Get grounded during an outdoor yoga class with Annie Hayes Wellness from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in North Loop Green’s 1-acre park. All ages, $10
International Reggae Allstars perform at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. $10
Unleashed Hounds & Hops hosts Trivia Mafia on its patio from 6-8 p.m. Free
Sing your favorite songs on stage at Zhora Darling. Karaoke starts at 9 p.m. Free
Drag Queen Charity Bingo at Roxy’s Cabaret from 7-9 p.m. $10 suggested donation
Open Mic Night at Acme Comedy Club at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, free