WEDNESDAY, FEB. 26

Comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan stops at the Orpheum Theatre for four nights. Show at 7 p.m. $80+

Nina Luna holds an album release for “Hermit Heretic” at 7th St Entry with anni xo, Harlow and Emily Rhea. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $12/$15

C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band perform Zydeco, the music of southern Louisiana, at the Dakota. Shows at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. $30/$35

Chad Daniels kicks off a sold-out four-night stand at Acme Comedy Co. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+

WEEKLY:

The Cherry Pit presents Bible Study, an open jam for local musicians, at Berlin from 7-11 p.m. No cover

Minneapolis Cider Co. holds an open mic night for musicians, First Take, every Wednesday from 7-10 p.m.

Local rock band Twine plays 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. All ages, free

Trivia Mafia returns to Brit’s Pub for Wednesday night trivia at 7 p.m. Free

Chris Maddock hosts Ding Batz open mic at The Comedy Corner Underground from 8-9:30 p.m. Free

A neighborhood safety walk travels through the Mill District from 4:30-6 p.m. Meet on the staircase behind the Guthrie Theater and wear an orange hat or shirt. All ages, free

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THURSDAY, FEB. 27

Art and cultural historian Sarah Lewis discusses the fabric of our shared experiences during the Westminster Town Hall Forum. Doors at 5 p.m., program at 6 p.m. All ages, free

Singer-songwriter FINNEAS stops at the Fillmore Minneapolis with Bad Suns. Show at 7:30 p.m. All ages, sold out 

Claire Wahmanholm hosts Creature Conservation, featuring Charles Baxter, Kimberly Blaeser, and Sean Hill, at Open Book. Event at 6 p.m. Free but registration is encouraged

Poliça and Papa Mbye perform during Minnesota United’s third annual Bangers-Only Ball at First Avenue. Show at 6:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $15

The Lakes Area Music Festival brings Songs Without Words, featuring pianist Audrey Vardanaga and strings from the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra and Minnesota Orchestra, to The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis. Show at 7:30 p.m. $30

Minnesota Opera resident artists perform Neapolitan music during Notte Napulitano at the Luminary Arts Center. Show at 7 p.m. $25

Lovely’s Sewing & Arts Collective offers a community sewing social and financial literacy workshop starting at 6 p.m. Ages 6+, free

New York-based DJ Blockhead spins at 7th St Entry with Shrimpnose and Moonlit Mushroom. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $20

Classically-trained vocalist Morgan James performs the music of Nina Simone with JazzMN Orchestra at the Dakota. Shows at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. $40-$50

Dale Alexander performs two sets of solo piano at Berlin from 4:30-6:30 p.m. No cover

Then the Havana Quartet promotes the music of contemporary Cuban composers and the Cuban diaspora with an infectious, dynamic energy at Berlin starting at 7:30 p.m. $10

Comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan stops at the Orpheum Theatre for four nights. Show at 7 p.m. $80+

Chad Daniels continues his sold-out four-night stand at Acme Comedy Co. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+

WEEKLY:

The Initials Game Live, a competitive trivia game based on the KFAN “Power Trip Morning Show” game, takes over Brühaven from 6:30-8:30 p.m. All ages, free

Minneapolis funk band Jaybee & the Routine performs at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10

Nina DiAngelo and Monica West host Drag Queen Charity Bingo at Roxy’s Cabaret from 7-9 p.m. $10 suggested donation

Ben Katzner and Ellie Hino host Darlings Comedy Show at Zhora Darling starting at 9 p.m. Free

Thermaculture Thursdays offer a combination of steam aromatherapy, light breathwork and meditation from 7-9 p.m. in the Hewing Hotel's rooftop sauna. $65

Jaybee & the Routine perform at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10

RECURRING:

The Guthrie Theater stages William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” for the eighth time through March 23. Show at 7:30 p.m. $37+

“The World is Burning So I Made Smores” previews at Dudley Riggs Theatre for a week ahead of its two-month run. Show at 7:30 p.m. $30+

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FRIDAY, FEB. 28

‍Disney on Ice skates into Target Center for the weekend. Shows at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. All ages, $25+

The Black Beach Art Book Fair comes to Glass House for the weekend. Opening night from 7-9 p.m.

A special Black History Month open mic is held at the Loring Community Arts Center from 6-7:30 p.m. All ages, free

Secondhand Serenade is the special guest for Emo Nite at the Fine Line. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, $21-$36

The Other Jeannie Retelle hosts F#@!, Marry, Kill, a drag and burlesque show, at Modist Brewing’s taproom from 8-10 p.m. All ages, free

Buzzed Spelling Bee returns to Graze Food Hall by Travail from 7-9 p.m. Ages 21+, free

Milkweed Books and Writers Go to the Movies present Chris Stedman, author of “IRL: Finding Our Real Selves in a Digital World,” at Open Book. Doors at 6 p.m., film at 7 p.m. Free but registration is encouraged

Gopher Softball hosts the three-day Gopher Indoor Classic tournament at U.S. Bank Stadium. Miami University and St. Thomas play in the first game at 9 a.m. All ages, $17.45

German violinist Isabelle Faust joins the Minnesota Orchestra to perform compositions by Mozart and Stravinsky at Orchestra Hall. Show at 8 p.m. $46-$116

Lucky Leaf Expo brings cannabis professionals and job seekers together at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $50+

Canna Connect hosts the official Lucky Leaf after party in Modist Brewing’s Teal Room from 5-11 p.m. $15/$25 

Some Shitty Cover Band plays rock hits at Bunkers starting at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10

Davina and The Vagabonds return to the Dakota for a 7 p.m. show. $47+

Minneapolis-based trio All Terrain Vehicle brings their innovative blend of jazz, rock, and experimental music to Berlin from 4:30-7 p.m. No cover

Nona Invie celebrates their album release at Berlin from 8-9 p.m. $20

DJ Sarah Sequoia spins an eclectic set at Berlin starting at 9:30 p.m.

Fargo-based post-metal collective ORISKA headlines the Zhora Darling venue with Silva, Dragged Out to Sea, and Eudaemon. Doors at 6:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $15/$18

European singer-songwriter Fink stops at 7th St Entry on his North American tour. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $25

The Minnesota Opera brings Nymphs, Spinners, & Witches to the Luminary Arts Center. Show at 7 p.m. Sold out

Comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan stops at the Orpheum Theatre for four nights. Show at 7 p.m. $80+

Chad Daniels continues his sold-out four-night stand at Acme Comedy Co. Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+

WEEKLY:

Minneapolis Central Library Chess Club meets from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All ages, free

Patnacia of Trivia Mafia hosts trivia at Brit’s Pub from 5-6:30 p.m. Free

A rotating selection of local DJs spin at Modist from 2-6 p.m. Free

The Comedy Corner Underground holds Friday Night Open Mic from 10-11:30 p.m. Ages 21+, free

Drag performers impersonate iconic divas during the Funky Fridays Drag Show at Roxy’s Cabaret starting at 7 p.m. All ages, $20

RECURRING:

“The World is Burning So I Made Smores” previews at Dudley Riggs Theatre for a week ahead of its two-month run. Show at 7:30 p.m. $30+

The Guthrie Theater stages William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” for the eighth time through March 23. Show at 7:30 p.m. $41+

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SATURDAY, MARCH 1

Kerri Colby from season 14 of “RuPaul's Drag Race” stars in Flip Phone Events’ Dua Lipa + Ariana Grande Drag Brunch at Union Rooftop. Shows at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. All ages, $20 plus entree purchase

Mae Simpson Band blurs the lines between a wide range of influences at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $30-$40

Cincinnati-based singer-songwriter Michael Marcagi headlines First Avenue with Ashley Kutcher. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $25

The Minnesota Opera brings Warm Embrace: Songs to Escape the Cold, a multi-genre concert of classical, jazz, and more, to the Luminary Arts Center. Show at 7 p.m. $25

Roxy’s Cabaret hosts Cancer is a Drag, a benefit for the Park Nicollet Jane Brattain Breast Center, with drag shows at 1 and 3 p.m. All ages, $20

Sleaze Freaks, an indie sleaze dance party, takes over the Fine Line starting at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, $15-$30

Sonic Dream retools pop songs at Berlin from 4:30-6:30 p.m. No cover

The Neighborhood Quartet takes over at Berlin starting at 7:30 p.m. $15

McGinnis spins a late-night lounge set at Berlin from 10:30 p.m. to close. No cover

Anything You Want headlines the Zhora Darling venue with Kat and the Kodachromes and Lake Davi. Doors at 7:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10/$12

Shoeless Revolution plays Bunkers starting at 9:30 p.m. Ages 21+, $10

Grace Enger headlines 7th St Entry with jake minch. Show at 7:30 p.m. All ages, sold out

China Forbes performs with the multi-lingual Pink Martini orchestra at the Pantages Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. Sold out

The Black Beach Art Book Fair continues at Glass House through Sunday. Open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Gopher Softball hosts the three-day Gopher Indoor Classic tournament at U.S. Bank Stadium. Miami University and St. Thomas play in the first game at 10 a.m. All ages, $17.45

Disney on Ice skates into Target Center for the weekend. Shows at 10:30 a.m., 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. All ages, $30+

German violinist Isabelle Faust joins the Minnesota Orchestra to perform compositions by Mozart and Stravinsky at Orchestra Hall. Show at 2 p.m. $20-$89

Lucky Leaf Expo brings cannabis professionals and job seekers together at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $50+

Comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan stops at the Orpheum Theatre for four nights. Shows at 5 and 8 p.m. $80+

Chad Daniels concludes his sold-out four-night stand at Acme Comedy Co. Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+

WEEKLY:

Now on a winter schedule, the Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. through April. All ages, free

Similarly, the Mill City Farmers Market operates inside the Mill City Museum every first and third Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., until it goes back outside in May. All ages, free

Nina DiAngelo, Monica West and BeBe Zahara Benet (“RuPaul’s Drag Race”) star in the Goddess Experience Drag Show at Roxy’s Cabaret starting at 7 p.m. $20

RECURRING:

It’s opening night for “The World is Burning So I Made Smores” at Dudley Riggs Theatre, where it runs through mid-May. Show at 7:30 p.m. $30+

The Guthrie Theater stages William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” for the eighth time through March 23. Shows at 1 and 7:30 p.m. $41+

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SUNDAY, MARCH 2

Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård headlines the Minnesota Orchestra’s Relaxed Family Concert at Orchestra Hall. Show at 2 p.m. All ages, $15-$29

The American Swedish Institute presents the Midwinter Nordic Dance with Frigg at The Cedar Cultural Center. Show at 6 p.m. All ages, $25

The Lakes Area Music Festival brings Songs Without Words, featuring pianist Audrey Vardanaga and strings from the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra and Minnesota Orchestra, to Orchestra Hall. Show at 3 p.m. Pay what you can

Comedian and actor Adam Ray brings Dr. Phil LIVE to the Orpheum Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $60+

“I’ll Be” singer Edwin McCain comes to the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $65/$75

Sip ‘n Bloom leads a flower arranging workshop at Inbound BrewCo from 1-2 p.m. $70-$85

Swedish hardcore punk and metalcore band thrown performs at the Fine Line with Varials, No Cure and Heavensgate. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $22

BRAINGIVER welcomes DeCarlo Jackson to Berlin’s stage for their new Skull Sundays residency from 7-10 p.m. $10

Kerri Colby from season 14 of “RuPaul's Drag Race” stars in Flip Phone Events’ ‘80s Drag Brunch at Crave. Shows at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. All ages, $20 plus entree purchase

Nashville-based indie country artist Brennan Wedl plays 7th St Entry with Fend and Matthew Smith and the Menagerie. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $12/$15

Country singer-songwriter Gavin Adcock headlines the Fillmore Minneapolis. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, sold out

The Black Beach Art Book Fair wraps up at Glass House through Sunday. Open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Gopher Softball hosts the three-day Gopher Indoor Classic tournament at U.S. Bank Stadium. St. Thomas and Wagner play in the first game at 9 a.m. All ages, $17.45

Disney on Ice skates into Target Center for the weekend. Shows at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. All ages, $30+

China Forbes performs with the multi-lingual Pink Martini orchestra at the Pantages Theatre. Show at 7:30 p.m. $60+

WEEKLY:

The Initials Game Live brings a fast-paced word game to Graze Food Hall by Travail from 2-4 p.m. 

Minneapolis Central Craft Club meets at the Nicollet Mall library from 12-2 p.m. Ages 18+, free

Inbound BrewCo holds bingo in the taproom every week from 3-5 p.m. Ages 18+, $2 per card

Mia of Trivia Mafia hosts trivia night in Fulton Beer’s taproom starting at 5 p.m. Free

The cast of Roxy’s Cabaret dazzles with their lip-syncing and dancing during Bottomless Drag Brunch starting at 12 p.m. $20

Church of Cornbread, featuring legendary local musician Cornbread Harris and his band, takes over Palmer's Bar 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:

The Guthrie Theater stages William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” for the eighth time through March 23. Shows at 1 and 7 p.m. $37+

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MONDAY, MARCH 3

Zetus Lapetus! Trivia Mafia brings Disney Channel Original Movie Trivia to Inbound BrewCo from 7-9 p.m. All ages, free

The Belfast Cowboys perform the music of Van Morrrison and more at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $30+

BCE Trio collaborate for an evening of improvisation, original music, and reimagined jazz standards at Berlin from 7-10 p.m. $10

WEEKLY:

Cream of the Crop, a new weekly drag competition and karaoke party, takes over Roxy’s Cabaret starting at 7 p.m. All ages, free eight-week

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TUESDAY, MARCH 4

“Life of Pi” opens at the Orpheum Theatre, where it runs through Sunday. Show at 7:30 p.m. $56+

Bobby Commodore celebrates his 72nd birthday and at least 50 years of drumming with a retirement jam at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $25+

Fulton Beer holds its monthly cribbage tournament starting at 6 p.m. All ages, free

The Minnesota Golden Gophers baseball team kicks off their 2025 season against the Milwaukee Panthers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Game at  p.m. All ages, $17.45

The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the Philadelphia 76ers at Target Center. Tipoff at 7 p.m. All ages, $15+

British pop singer Mackenzy Mackay performs at 7th St Entry with Savanna Leigh. Show at 7:30 p.m. All ages, $18

WEEKLY:

Family storytime brings books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement to the Minneapolis Central Library from 10:30-11 a.m. for children and their caregivers. All ages, free

A disc golf putting league returns to Modist Brewing Co. for the winter on Tuesdays from 5-9 p.m. All ages, $9-$14 per entry

Minneapolis Central Library Chess Club meets from 1-3 p.m. All ages, free

The Bar Exams bring trivia to Brühaven Craft Co. from 6:30-8:30 p.m. All ages, free

Learn performance skills, create skits and songs, use creative play, and tell your story during Creative Expression Sessions with zAmya Theater Project at the Minneapolis Central Library from 8:30-10:30 a.m.

Nina DiAngelo and Monica West host Drag Queen Charity Bingo at Roxy’s Cabaret from 7-9 p.m. $10 suggested donation