Minnesota events in November 2026
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Frankenstein
FRANKENSTEIN By Nick Dear. Based on the novel by Mary Shelley October 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31 and November 1. In Nick Dear's striking stage adaptation...
Allison Russell
Father Hennepin Bluff Stewardship
Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River. As a volunteer, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive, removing invasive speci
HORA: From Silent Films to the Romanian New Wave
Visit the Romanian American Cultural Center every Sunday in November for a journey through the rich history of Romanian cinema, from its earliest silent films to the internationally acclaimed Romanian New Wave. This self
Kenny Garrett
“genre-blurring, spiritually deep sounds” – Glide Kenny Garrett ’s latest release, 2021’s Sounds from the Ancestors , is a multi-faceted album. The music, however, doesn’t lodge inside the tight confin
Minnesota Duluth vs. Carleton College (men's basketball)
NCAA Division II men's basketball home game, UMD vs. Carleton College, 1:30 p.m. (local time per source).
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Trivia Night at Fulton
Sunday trivia 5-7 p.m. at the taproom.
Edwin McCain
“immensely satisfying… powerful songwriting talent” – Pop Matters Veteran singer/songwriter Edwin McCain had his major-label breakout in the mid-’90s with Honor Among Thieves . There, McCain became a Top
Global Conversations: Minnesota’s Diplomats
From the first woman to hold the position of U.S. ambassador through foreign service officers meeting the complex challenges of the 21st century, Minnesotans have a long and remarkable legacy of diplomatic service. Joi
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Milwaukee Bucks
The Damned
Basement
Edwin McCain
“immensely satisfying… powerful songwriting talent” – Pop Matters Veteran singer/songwriter Edwin McCain had his major-label breakout in the mid-’90s with Honor Among Thieves . There, McCain became a Top
Jeremiah Chiu & Josh Johnson - Edge Conditions & ANIMATIVE Dual Release Show
Trivia Mafia at Surly
Tuesday trivia at Surly Pizza Upstairs, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Arrested Development
“deeply thoughtful with a generous splash of wit… invincible” – BBC Arrested Development delivers onstage energy to thirsty audiences looking to quench their soul! Thirty years ago, Arrested Development slamm
Sleep
The Initials Game Live at Surly
Wednesday game night, 6:30 p.m.; free to play.
They’re Here - Short Film Screening
Ax and the Hatchetmen
FRINDLE presented by GRIFFIN THEATRE
Based on the book by Andrew Clements Nicholas Allen has plenty of ideas. When he ends up in Mrs. Granger’s language arts class, he has his best idea ever. He decides to create his own word…FRINDLE! Before long Nick’s w
Lizzy & The Triggermen
“one part Eartha Kitt, one part Ella Fitzgerald, one part Amy Winehouse” – NPR LA-based big band Lizzy & the Triggermen make vintage music for modern times. Underneath the retro glamour is a captivati
Record Night at Fulton
Record listening night at the taproom.
Die Spitz
❗SOLD OUT❗ Bill Callahan with Rick Maguire (of Pile)
Brigitte Calls Me Baby
Live Music: Coop & the Kooks
Surf/punk trio, 7-9 p.m.
Neighborhood Creek Restoration: Bloomington to 12th Ave S
Help Field Regina Northrop Neighborhood Group restore the Minnehaha Creek woods by removing buckthorn, garlic mustard and other invasive plant species and adding native grasses, flowering plants and shrubs. Dates: S
The Cedar and Walker Art Center Present LEENALCHI
Tina Turns 60 – The Retrospective & Beyond
“one of the most potent singers to ever come out of the Twin Cities.” – Star Tribune Midwestern rock and soul icon Tina Schlieske is coming home to celebrate a monumental milestone: her sixtieth birt
Family Gathering Concert Series (free, all ages)
Free all-ages morning show with Viva Knievel, Brass Solidarity and School Of Rock St. Paul; presented by MNIVA and the City of Minneapolis.
HORA: From Silent Films to the Romanian New Wave
Visit the Romanian American Cultural Center every Sunday in November for a journey through the rich history of Romanian cinema, from its earliest silent films to the internationally acclaimed Romanian New Wave. This self
Music Bingo at Surly Beer Hall
Sunday music bingo, 6-8 p.m.; free to play.
TEDDY THOMPSON with Jenna Nicholls
The War and Treaty
Tina Turns 60 – The Standards, My Way
“one of the most potent singers to ever come out of the Twin Cities.” – Star Tribune Midwestern rock and soul icon Tina Schlieske is coming home to celebrate a monumental milestone: her sixtieth birt
Trivia Night at Fulton
Sunday trivia 5-7 p.m. at the taproom.
Blind Boys of Alabama Present Songs In the Key of Life
“always hunting for – and finding – the perfect note or harmony that lifts an old tune into the sublime” – Time Six-Time Grammy Winners Gospel Music Hall of Fame Inductees The legendary Blind
HighKey Mondays + Industry Night
Live local music, drink specials, 6-9 p.m.
Minnesota Duluth vs. Concordia-St. Paul (men's basketball)
NCAA Division II men's basketball home game, UMD vs. Concordia-St. Paul, 7 p.m. (local time per source).
AJ McLean of Backstreet Boys presents Alexander James
Alison Brown
“Brown’s banjo is an instrument possessed of a unique sonic signature and an inescapable beauty” – Billboard One of the most multi-faceted minds in roots music, Alison Brown is a Grammy-winning musician and
Great Lake Swimmers — caught light tour 2026
Taps & Trivia Night with Trivia Mafia
7-9 p.m.; free to play.
Trivia Mafia at Surly
Tuesday trivia, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Initials Game Live at Surly Beer Hall
Wednesday game night, 6:30 p.m.; free to play.
John Scofield’s Electrospective
“Scofield is one of the most prolific and admired jazz musicians of his generation” – NPR Through his fifty-four-year career, three-time Grammy Award winner John Scofield has occasionally detoured from the
Live Music: TNT HiFi Paddle Splash Reggae Party
6-9 p.m., no cover.
Michelle Branch
Board Game Night with Duluth Board Game Alliance
6-9 p.m.
Gill Weather and Eldest Daughter with Meghan Kreidler (of Kiss the Tiger)
Low Cut Connie
An Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour
Acoustic Shows with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: Blues, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band NOV 16 • 7:00pm Performance Blues, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams &
Julia Jacklin
Too Big Burlesque
An Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour
Acoustic Shows with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: Blues, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band NOV 16 • 7:00pm Performance Blues, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams &
Bloomington Winter Farmers Market
Dates: Nov 14, Dec 12, Feb 13, Mar 13.
Chicago Farmer & The Fieldnotes with Thomas Sticha
Kitchen Dwellers and Dogs In A Pile
Minnesota Duluth vs. Minot State University (football)
NCAA Division II football home game, UMD vs. Minot State University, 12 p.m. (local time per source).
North Loop Service Saturdays
Join us for North Loop Service Saturday! Riverfront volunteers meet at 10 am at the playground and focus on a specific project each month. Tasks include invasive plant removal, planting, mulching and weeding. Date:
AAW: Woodturning Demonstration
Experience the magic of woodturning with the American Association of Woodturners’ (AAW) free demonstrations held every third Sunday, 1–4 pm, at the Gallery of Wood Art. Watch as expert turners from the American Associati
An Evening with Duo Andalus
Charles Lloyd Quartet
“Charles Lloyd is an international treasure.” Carlos Santana Charles Lloyd and Bill Frisell first joined forces in 2013 for a special project in Montreal. There, their connection was immediate and the joy o
Hurricane Wisdom
Blues, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band
Additional Shows with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: An Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour NOV 13 • 7:00pm Performance An Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone
Blues, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band
Additional Shows with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: An Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour NOV 13 • 7:00pm Performance An Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone
JAKE BLOUNT with Sprig of That
Minnesota Duluth vs. Michigan Tech (women's basketball)
NCAA Division II women's basketball home game, UMD vs. Michigan Tech, 6 p.m. (local time per source).
The Living Tombstone
AfroContIgbo Dance & Wellness Company presents Origins to Ovation
Benmont Tench
“revered as one of rock’s greatest” – New York Times Benmont Tench is a founding member of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. He is one of contemporary music’s finest organ players, piano players, anything-with
European Christmas Market (Union Depot)
Fri-Sun, free admission.
Landmark Live: LAAMAR
Landmark Live: LAAMAR Friday, November 20, 2026 6:45 PM — Cocktail Hour 7:00 PM — Auditorium Open for Seating 7:30 PM — Concert LAAMAR is the latest project led by Minneapolis-based singer, songwriter, saxop
North Mississippi Regional Park Plan Community Advisory Committee Meeting
North Mississippi Regional Park Plan Community Advisory Committee to meet on November 20 at Kroening Nature Center The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is working on a plan to guide improvements and stewa
Slow Pulp with Her New Knife
An Evening with JOHN GORKA
Big Lake Winter Farmers Market
Dates: Nov 21, Dec 19, Jan 16, Feb 20, Mar 13, Apr 17.
Brother Ali
“clean, crisp modern soul… deeply thought-provoking work” – Pitchfork Brother Ali is a respected hip hop artist, speaker, and community leader. His two-decade resume includes ten critically acclaimed albums
Holidaze Event & Parade
Holidaze parade.
Horse Crazy Holiday Market
Horse-themed holiday market.
Minnesota Duluth vs. Northern Michigan University (women's basketball)
NCAA Division II women's basketball home game, UMD vs. Northern Michigan University, 1 p.m. (local time per source).
Porch Light
An Evening with Alla Boara
Lee Roy Parnell w/ Special Guest Goldpine
“All Lee Roy Parnell does is write great songs” – Pop Matters No Depression may have said it best when they called Lee Roy Parnell “a fine writer blessed with a rich, soulful vocal delivery and a blisteri
Music Bingo at Surly
Sunday music bingo, 6-8 p.m.; free to play.
Nicollet Island Fall Market
Join Us for the Nicollet Island Winter Market! Don’t miss the Nicollet Island Fall Markets on Sunday, November 22, from 10 am to 4 pm! It’s the perfect destination for your holiday and seasonal shopping, featuring a fa
Sundays at Landmark: Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra
Enjoy the music of this old-world string instrument in a concert of pops, classical and more. The Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra is a community orchestra formed in 1991 to preserve and foster the enjoyment of mandolin musi
Irish Christmas in America
“Lively and reflective…a powerful evocation of the season” — Folk Wax The hugely popular holiday show Irish Christmas in America returns in 2026. Here, they bring a fascinating performance of music, so
Ballet Tuesdays: Nutcracker in Wonderland
Join us for a FREE dance program in partnership with Ballet Co.Laboratory ! Nutcracker in Wonderland returns to the stage for a kaleidoscopic meeting of magic & whimsy. The beloved Nutcracker music takes on new meaning
Boney James Live
VIP Meet & Greet Add-On. Click the links below for tickets! Boney James Live: NOV 24 • 4:00pm VIP Meet & Greet “R&B-inflected saxophone… lyrical and intimate” – Jazz Times Boney James is three d
Bonobo
Mossy Roots Thanksgiving Tablescape Workshop
Create something beautiful for your Thanksgiving table with Mossy Roots. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use seasonal greenery, natural elements, and fall-inspired materials to create your own Thanksgiving tablescape c
Thanksgiving with Davina and The Vagabonds
CHEF’S TURKEY DINNER ADD-ON Celebrate Thanksgiving with a special Turkey Dinner featuring all the classic trimmings. Available as a pre-order add-on with your ticket purchase. Please Note: Turkey
Rickie Lee Jones
There will be no dinner service during this show. Dinner service will end at 7PM. “originality, intimacy, and volcanic expressiveness” – Boston Globe Rickie Lee Jones is an American musician, st
Minnesota Duluth vs. Northern Michigan University (men's basketball)
NCAA Division II men's basketball home game, UMD vs. Northern Michigan University, 3 p.m. (local time per source).
Minnesota Duluth vs. Parkside (women's basketball)
NCAA Division II women's basketball home game, UMD vs. Parkside, 1 p.m. (local time per source).
Pieta Brown & Her Band with special guest Courtney Hartman
Rickie Lee Jones
There will be no dinner service during this show. Dinner service will end at 7PM. “originality, intimacy, and volcanic expressiveness” – Boston Globe Rickie Lee Jones is an American musician, st
Rachael & Vilray
“tunes that echo the feel of standards, without dipping into a single musical or lyrical cliché.” – Downbeat Brooklyn-based duo Rachael & Vilray have achieved a certain timeless quality with their singular