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.
Duluth
'Christmas City' is big business in Duluth
The end of the year is mostly slow for tourism here — until the holiday season hits.
Movies
Beyoncé opens up, but only a little, in concert documentary 'Renaissance'
Almost all the songs from the tour make it into the movie but visual elements remain missing.
TV & Media
TV review: Documentary looks at how Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' set the stage for Taylor Swift
The Showtime film looks back at the King of Pop's greatest triumph.
Movies
Review: 'Godzilla Minus One' shows the iconic monster is more striking than ever
The 37th movie in the franchise is back to its Japanese and World War II roots.
Books
An Irish family flounders amid fascism in Booker Prize winner 'Prophet Song'
FICTION: A haunting speculative novel portrays a family caught in a fascistic Ireland.
Music
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Concert highlights for Nov. 30-Dec. 6 include Sunny War, the New Standards, Luke Grimes and Pert Near Sandstone.
Stage & Arts
Review: Betty Crocker musical 'I Am Betty' sizzles at History Theatre
Director Maija Garcia's electric production feels contemporary and deeply resonant.
Eat & Drink
Revival Smoked Meats, Mr. Paul's Po'boys coming to Minneapolis' Malcolm Yards
Two new vendors will open inside the market in Minneapolis' Prospect Park neighborhood.
Books
Women confront life's perils in Louise Kennedy's 'End of the World Is a Cul de Sac'
FICTION: A richly imagined collection centers women and girls navigating everyday life.
Books
Set on a space station, novel 'Orbital' summons the beauty of our tiny planet
FICTION: Samantha Harvey's astronaut characters see a world without borders or divisions.
Variety
Critics' picks: The 15 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week
Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Variety
Nine free things to do in the Twin Cities area this week
Get in the holiday spirit with Christmas tree lightings, meeting Santa and tours.
Stage & Arts
Review: Cirque du Soleil's ' 'Twas the Night Before ...' gives the holiday spirit a fresh spin
Stunning aerialists and hip-hop dancing sprites add flavor to an iconic poem.
Books
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
'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
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
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
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
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
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.
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