Here are some fun events happening in or around Minneapolis this week, 16 - 22 November 2026, if you’re looking for ideas of things to do!
BACHMAN'S IDEAS HOUSE
Now - 6 December
Bachman's, Minneapolis
Take a self guided 30-minute tour for $5 and see rooms all decked out for holiday style inspiration. This is in a house on their property separate from the retail space.
ACOUSTIC JAM SESSION
16 November, 6:30 pm
Utepils Brewing, Minneapolis
Start your week off on a chill vibe jamming out with other musicians.
GNOMESGIVING GNOME SEARCH
18 November - 2 December
Driftwood Park, New Brighton
If you’re looking for things to do in the Twin Cities to keep your kids busy during Thanksgiving break, how about hunting for 15 hidden gnomes?! Use hashtag newbrightongnomes to enter their contest for a prize with your gnome selfies.
BREAK THE BUBBLE
18 November, 5 - 9 pm
56 Brewing, Northeast Minneapolis
MN transplant looking to meet people? From here but just need new friends? Stop by, and spark up a convo with someone.
HOLIDAY BOOK MARKET
18 November, 5 - 9 pm
Forgotten Star Brewing, Fridley
A mid week book fair in the Twin Cities with 10+ local authors and bookish vendors!
UPTOWN MOVIE CLUB
18 November, 7 pm
Lagoon Cinema, Minneapolis
This month they’re screening Goodfellas with a pre-movie meetup at Mari’s Watch Bar at 5 pm. Your ticket includes a free drink there. Discuss the follow the movie. About 18 bucks each.
THERAPY ON TAP
20 November, 4 - 6:30 pm
Bad Weather Brewing, St Paul
Looking for a therapist in the Twin Cities? Here’s your chance to meet with nine of them to see if any are a good fit.
STANDARD VINTAGE MARKET
21 + 22 November, 11 am - 3 pm
Galleria East End, Edina
Shop curated goods from Minneapolis vintage vendors, and check out the build-your-own bouquet bar, custom hand-painted holiday ornaments, on-site chain-stitch embroidery, a professionally photographed holiday portrait backdrop, and a cash bar serving wine, beer, and seasonal cocktails.
GINGERBREAD WONDERLAND
21 November - 7 January
Norway House, Minneapolis
Check out a huge gingerbread house collection/competition with special kids activities on Saturdays. 12 dollars for adults, 7 for kids, and ages 5 and under are free.
MORNINGSIDE WOMAN'S CLUB HOLIDAY MARKET
21 November, 9 am - 3 pm
Community Center, Edina
Shop handmade artisan gifts from local Twin Cities small businesses! Plus the Isles Bun + Coffee food truck will be there too with their world’s best cinnamon buns.
KITTY YOGA
21 November, 11 am
56 Brewing, Northeast Minneapolis
You know the deal…a yoga session with kittens brought in by Twin Cities Pet Rescue. 25 dollars per person to support the rescue!
TWIN CITIES RECORD SHOW POP-UP
21 November, 12 - 4 pm
Excelsior Brewing, Excelsior
West Metro, your turn! Browse thousands of vinyl records, CDs, tapes, memorabilia, etc from local music maniacs.
SLAY BELLS RING
22 November, 1 + 5 pm
Orchestra Hall, Minneapolis
Get in the holiday spirit with a lively concert from the 160 member Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus. Bring your own bells…participation is welcome! Seats start at 38 dollars.
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