Things To Do in Minneapolis and around the Twin Cities

Find things to do in Minneapolis and around the Twin Cities. Including events from venues such as Orpheum Theater, Xcel Energy Center, Target Center and more. 

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Books
November 27, 2023
Stephen Spotswood

A pair of strong characters dive in and out of trouble in 'Murder Crossed Her Mind'

FICTION: An exciting fourth adventure for female detective duo Pentecost and Parker.
Books
November 27, 2023
Deborah Feingold

'The Lost Tomb' may be the true crime book you've been waiting for

NONFICTION: Murder, cannibalism and lost civilizations are subjects in Douglas Preston's collection.
Music
November 27, 2023
Micheal (Eyedea) Larsen rehearsing at his home studio in St. Paul in 2006.

Mom of late St. Paul rapper Eyedea sets up auction 'because he'd have wanted it'

Handwritten lyrics, stage passes and show flyers are among Mikey Larsen's items for sale starting Saturday.
TV & Media
November 25, 2023
Donna Mills and Loni Anderson play soap opera stars who come together to film the last Christmas episode of their popular series in Lifetime’s “La

Minnesota native and TV star Loni Anderson tells of her stand-up comedy past

The "WKRP in Cincinnati" favorite stars in the new Lifetime movie "Ladies of the '80s."
Variety
November 24, 2023
Artist Kada Goalen envisioned Mary Poppins’ magic gone wild in a City Center storefront.

Dayton's holiday figures return to downtown Minneapolis

In Holidazzle's absence, artist-designed displays of the old eighth-floor statues enliven Nicollet Mall storefronts.
TV & Media
November 24, 2023
Squid Game: The Challenge. Season 1 of Squid Game: The Challenge. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2023

TV shows to watch: 'Squid Games: The Challenge' laughs in the face of fake death

What TV critic Neal Justin is watching this week.
Eat & Drink
November 24, 2023
Porzana’s pa amb tomaquet —  a traditional tomato toast. Daniel del Prado opened the North Loop restaurant late this summer.

Restaurant review: Is Daniel del Prado's Porzana worth the buzz?

The Argentine steakhouse in Minneapolis' North Loop is the chef's most ambitious project yet. Cue the anticipation.
Variety
November 24, 2023

Optical illusion art on display at Cafesjian Art Trust Museum in Shoreview

Stage & Arts
November 24, 2023
Optical illusion art on display at Cafesjian Art Trust Museum in Shoreview

Optical illusion art on display at Cafesjian Art Trust Museum in Shoreview

An exhibition "Fooling the Eye: Optics of Vasarely and Kuhn" features two artists with work that twists perceptions of reality.
Music
November 24, 2023
Stevie Van Zandt, left, with his best friend, Bruce Springsteen, and Patti Scialfa of the E Street Band.

6 cool things in music this week include Bob Dylan, Stevie Van Zandt and brothers Jason and Travis Kelce

Shout outs, too, to the Surf Ballroom and Delta Blues Museum.
Music
November 23, 2023
Rapper Dwynell Roland photographed outside First Avenue and Target Center on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minn. ] RENEE JONES SCHNEIDER •

North Minneapolis rapper Dwynell Roland rolls out new album after crucial Timberwolves call-up

His high-charged collaboration with producer Lazerbeak comes after he nearly gave up on music.
Music
November 23, 2023
Some of First Avenue's brand new speakers hang from the ceiling during the Ike Reilly Assassination's sound check before their annual Thanksgiving Eve

Goes to 11? First Avenue quietly amps up a powerful new sound system over Thanksgiving

Fans and audio geeks praised the new L-Acoustics system, previously used by Coachella but a first for a club.
Stage & Arts
November 23, 2023
Lynnea Doublette, passes by as Camryn Buelow and Olivia Kemp dance off in the Hamburger Helper scene in St. Paul, Minn., on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. For

The many faces of Betty Crocker are unveiled in History Theatre's 'I Am Betty'

The musical charts the journey taken by women who were influenced and inspired by the first lady of the kitchen.
Variety
November 23, 2023

Goes to 11? First Avenue quietly amps up a powerful new sound system over Thanksgiving

St. Paul
November 22, 2023
A line for entry stretched around the block around Kellogg Boulevard during the Hmong New Year Celebration Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022 at the St. Paul Riv

Hmong New Year celebration in St. Paul taking steps to avoid long lines from 2022

Organizers recognized there was frustration last year due to long lines and that they needed to make some adjustments to handle the crowds better this weekend.
TV & Media
November 22, 2023
Hannah Waddingham rings in the holidays in her “Home for Christmas” special.

TV review: Hannah Waddingham's Xmas special turns into 'Ted Lasso' reunion

The Emmy-winning star leans on some famous friends to bring in the holidays.
Eat & Drink
November 22, 2023
This year’s Miracle holiday pop-up features cocktails like Rudolph’s Replacement.

10 Twin Cities area food (and drink) events with holiday cheer

From festive cocktail pop-ups to family-friendly markets, these holiday offerings will melt even the Grinchiest of hearts.
Music
November 22, 2023
Angel Olsen performs at the 2015 Coachella Music and Arts Festival on Sunday, April 12, 2015, in Indio, Calif. (Photo by Rich Fury/Invision/AP) ORG XM

The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week

Highlights for Nov. 23-29 include Angel Olsen, Pentatonix, Atmosphere, Leo Kottke and Kat Perkins.
Music
November 21, 2023
Annie Humphrey lives on 22 acres of Leech Lake Indian Reservation land near Deer River, Minn.

Northern Minnesota's Native folk music star Annie Humphrey comes into 'The Light'

The activist and former U.S. Marine from the Leech Lake Reservation performs Friday in Minneapolis.
Movies
November 21, 2023
Joaquin Phoenix plays the mercurial title character in “Napoleon” with a perpetual scowl and an American accent.

Review: 'Napoleon' is funny, brutal and feels contemporary

Ridley Scott pulls off this sprawling biopic with aplomb.