20 - 26 July 2026
Here are 18 fun events happening in or around Minneapolis this week 20 - 26 July 2026!
ACOUSTIC JAM SESSION
20 July, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Utepils Brewing, Minneapolis
Bring your instruments and gather with other music lovers as you take turns picking the song.
DEPOT DAYS
22 July, 10 am - 12 pm
Union Depot, St Paul
A day out for the little ones…the theme for this is all about animals! Check out kid-friendly games, crafts, activities, music, and entertainment. Plus, FREE admission to the play space at Choo Choo Bob's Train Store!
BREAK THE BUBBLE
22 July, 5 - 9 pm
Union 32 Craft House, Eagan
Meet new Twin Cities friends in a casual environment. Big Brothers Big Sisters members will also be there to chat about their program, and a portion of beer sales will benefit them.
TORCHLIGHT PARADE
22 July, 7:30 pm
Nicollet Mall, Downtown Minneapolis
No fireworks this year, so check out the parade for Aquatennial magic!
LINE DANCE WITH BILLIE
23 July, 6 pm
The Commons, Minneapolis
Free line dance lessons in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis.
TATTOO FEST TWIN CITIES
24 - 26 July
Saint Paul RiverCentre, St Paul
Live tattoos, art, merch. Entry at the door only. 33 bucks for a day pass or 65 for the whole weekend.
GRUNGE UNPLUGGED
24 July, 6 pm
Heavy Rotation Brewing, Brooklyn Park
Check out the Twin Cities 90s alt rock grunge acoustic cover band.
RIVER BOAT RAVE
24 July, 6 - 10 pm
Stillwater River Boats, St Croix River
Join the most unique party on the river next weekend! They set sail at 6:30. 33 bucks.
RYAN COASTER
24 July, 6:30 - 9 pm
Mall of America, Bloomington
Pack a roller coaster at the Mall of America with as many Ryans as possible. Pretty silly. Ryans ride free.
FLOAT FEST
25 July, 9 am - 4 pm
Join paddlers of all kinds as they float down the river from Coon Rapids Dam to Graco Park for festivities on land. Drop in anywhere along the route to join. You can even rent a kayak with the Paddle Share program.
CLOTHING SWAP
25 July, 10 am - 1 pm
Logan Park Rec Center, Northeast Minneapolis
Swap, don’t shop! Bring donations, and “shop” what the others have brought in.
NORTH LOOP SWAP
25 July, 10 am - 1 pm
Hewing Hotel, North Loop, Minneapolis
Another clothing swap in Minneapolis! This one is limited to 10 items and a one for one exchange. Donate until 11, and “shop” at 11:30.
KITTY YOGA
25 July, 11 am
Broken Clock Brewing, Northeast Minneapolis
Yoga and kitten cuddles to start the weekend. It’s 35 bucks and includes your donation to Twin Cites Pet Rescue and a beverage.
ROMANTASY BALL
25 July, 7 - 11 pm
The Central Mix, Columbia Heights
A fun night for romance and fantasy readers in Minneapolis! Ballroom dancing lessons, authors, crafters, themed food and cocktails + mocktails, tarot readings, henna, floral photo booth, and a high-stakes costume contest. 37 bucks.
SHOP SMALL OWND’LY SUMMER POP-UP
26 July, 10 am - 4 pm
Hollywood Theater, Northeast Minneapolis
Check out the restored neighborhood icon and support a local small business at the makers market.
LORD OF THE RINGS DRAG BRUNCH
26 July, 10 am + 12:30 pm
Crave, Minneapolis
No description needed. 😂 Two shows. It’s about 21 bucks, and all guests must purchase an entree.
TWIN CITIES VINTAGE FLEA
26 July, 10 am - 5 pm
56 Brewing, Northeast Minneapolis
From the team behind Totally Rad Vintage Market, a pop-up flea market.
BREAK THE BUBBLE
26 July, 4 - 8 pm
Broken Clock Brewing, Northeast Minneapolis
Make new friends in a casual happy hour environment. Free to attend. Open house style.
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