21 - 27 September 2026
Here are some fun events happening in or around Minneapolis this week, 21 - 27 September 2026!
DEVIANT CROP ART
Now - 11 October
Can Can Wonderland, St Paul
Crop art exhibit for work that may be a little too spicy for the MN State Fair. Artist reception 20 September.
BREAK THE BUBBLE
23 September, 6 - 9 pm
Gambit Brewing, St Paul
Two chances to check out Break the Bubble next week. First stop: St Paul. Grab a name tag and introduce yourself to someone new.
PITCH A FRIEND - 30S NIGHT
23 September, 6:30 pm
Malcolm Yards Market, Minneapolis
Pitch your single friend to the audience with a short, light-hearted presentation, and then hang around for the singles mixer after. Ages 30 - 39…ish.
STILLWATER FLEA + CRAFTER MARKET
26 + 27 September
Washington County Fairgrounds, Stillwater
The monthly flea market and craft fair if you’re looking for a fun day trip away from the city.
POP CATS - TWIN CITIES
26 + 27 September
Union Depot, Downtown St Paul
Cat lovers of the Twin Cities, check out a whole convention just for you: an immersive cat city, catios, arts + crafts, video games, tattoos, merch, cosplay, and more. You can even bring your cat with you. Entry is 10 to 100 bucks depending on how much you want to see.
SILENT NIGHTS - SILENT DISCO
25 September, 6 - 9 pm
Father Hennepin Bluff Park, Minneapolis
Head to St Anthony for a free silent disco! Nine rotating DJs playing on three channels, and one channel will be fully kid appropriate. Check out headphones with your ID.
NICOLLET OPEN STREETS
26 September, 11 am - 5 pm
Lake to 46th on Nicollet, South Minneapolis
Two miles of activities, live music, and food and drinks.
TWIN CITIES RECORD SHOW
26 September, 12 - 4 pm
Minneapolis Cider, Northeast Minneapolis
Browse 30 tables of vinyl, CDs, 45s, and memorabilia. Free entry. Free parking.
RED BULL FLUGTAG
26 September, 12 - 6 pm
Bohemian Flats Park, Minneapolis
Man made and human powered flying machines will soar off the elevated flight deck into the Mississippi River. Teams are judged on distance, creativity, and showmanship. Free event!
STEPS FOR SLEEP
26 September, 3 - 5:30 pm
DeLaSalle High School, Minneapolis
My favorite local non-profit, My Very Own Bed, is hosting a fundraising walk and wellness fair next weekend! They provide beds and bedding to kids in need. Walk around Nicollet Island and St Anthony Main, and check out the festivities before and after the walk.
GRUNGE UNPLUGGED
26 September, 7 - 10 pm
Inbound BrewCo, North Loop, Minneapolis
Check out the 90s alt rock - grunge acoustic cover band at a downtown brewery. Rock on!
NW FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL - END OF SUMMER BASH
27 September, 11 am - 5 pm
Mississippi Crossings Event Center, Champlin
Sample dozens of food trucks in one location, and this time they’ll have live music from 1 - 5.
TWIN CITIES VINTAGE FLEA
27 September, 12 - 5 pm
56 Brewing, Northeast Minneapolis
Your weekly vintage shopping op…a pop-up vintage market brought to you from the team behind Totally Rad Vintage Fest.
KITTEN SNUGGLING
27 September, 3 - 7 pm
Insight Brewing, Northeast Minneapolis
The return of one of the most popular events I’ve ever shared! Cuddle with kittens for a small donations to Rainbow Whiskers, the animal rescue that brings them in.
BREAK THE BUBBLE
27 September, 5 - 9 pm
Indeed Brewing, Northeast Minneapolis
Meet new friends in the Twin Cities! Just show up and start chatting in a casual atmosphere.
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