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13 Things to Do in Minneapolis This Week · July 2–5, 2026

Top Picks This Week

★ Buddy Holly: OH BOY!

A celebratory tribute show featuring all the Holly hits from 'That'll Be the Day' to 'Rave On!' with dinner service at Crooners' intimate Main Stage Showroom.

Music & Nightlife
Eric Roberson
Acclaimed neo-soul singer-songwriter Eric Roberson performs live in Minneapolis.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 7:00 PM · Minneapolis
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Mike Brody
Stand-up comedian Mike Brody takes the stage at House of Comedy Minneapolis for a full weekend run.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 7:30 PM · House of Comedy, East Village (Mall of America area)
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The Belfast Cowboys
A night of Van Morrison, rock, and soul at Crooners' Belvedere outdoor stage.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 7:30 PM · Crooners Supper Club, The Belvedere
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CALAVROSA, Jaded, THR333, Welby June
A multi-act underground showcase at the intimate Underground Music Venue – Cafe in Minneapolis.
Friday, July 3, 2026 · Underground Music Venue - Cafe, Minneapolis
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America the Beautiful in Concert with Steven C & Friends
A patriotic Independence Day weekend concert featuring Steven C and Friends at the Cathedral of Saint Paul.
Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:30 PM · Cathedral of Saint Paul, St. Paul
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Date Night
Buddy Holly: OH BOY!
A celebratory tribute show featuring all the Holly hits from 'That'll Be the Day' to 'Rave On!' with dinner service at Crooners' intimate Main Stage Showroom.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 6:30 PM · Crooners Supper Club, Main Stage Showroom
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YPM Mini-Golf Mixer
Young professionals gather for networking, appetizers, and back-to-back mini golf tee times at Puttery in downtown Minneapolis.
Thursday, July 9, 2026 5:00 PM · Puttery, 240 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis
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Arts & Culture
Kiln to Crop: Midwest Ceramic Exhibition 2026
Opening reception for a Midwest ceramic exhibition showcasing work from regional artists at Cream of the Crop Artists gallery.
Friday, July 3, 2026 · Cream of the Crop Artists
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Queer Clown Connection
Improv-based clown education workshops at Queermunity MN exploring embarrassment, storytelling, and the art of finding your inner clown creature.
Sunday, July 12, 2026 · Queermunity MN, 3036 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
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Family-Friendly
Apple Valley High R&B Band
All-student ensemble from Apple Valley High School performs classic soul hits and contemporary music at Crooners' Belvedere stage.
Friday, July 3, 2026 5:30 PM · Crooners Supper Club, The Belvedere
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Outdoors & Active
North Loop Girls Who Walk
A social walking group based in the North Loop neighborhood welcoming all paces for a community stroll.
Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:00 AM · North Loop, Minneapolis
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Food & Drink
The Current's Happy Hours: Surly Brewing Co. with Girl Tones
MPR's The Current hosts an outdoor happy hour concert at Surly Brewing Co. featuring local act Girl Tones.
Thursday, July 16, 2026 4:00 PM · Surly Brewing Co., Minneapolis
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Free Events
DID Chess Tournament
The Downtown Improvement District hosts its free monthly summer chess tournament at the Nicollet Community Space — all skill levels welcome.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 2:00 PM · Nicollet Community Space, 651 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
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