12 Things to Do in Minneapolis This Week · July 9–12, 2026

Arts & Culture

Wicked at the Orpheum Theatre

The untold story of the Witches of Oz electrifies the Orpheum stage in this acclaimed Broadway musical run through the end of July.

Tuesday, July 9, 2026 through Thursday, July 31, 2026 · Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis

Sakowin Synergy Opening at All My Relations Arts

Opening reception for Sakowin Synergy, a new exhibition at All My Relations Arts celebrating Indigenous artistry and community.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · All My Relations Arts, Minneapolis

Suzanne Jackson: What Is Love at Minneapolis Institute of Art

The first major museum retrospective of painter Suzanne Jackson's career traces her lifelong devotion to beauty as a political force at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.

Tuesday, July 9, 2026 through Sunday, August 23, 2026 · Minneapolis Institute of Art, 725 Vineland Pl, Minneapolis

Performance Today Young Artist in Residence: Salvador Flores

MPR's Performance Today presents young artist in residence Salvador Flores in a live classical performance at Antonello Hall at MacPhail.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 4:30 PM · Antonello Hall, MacPhail Center for Music, Minneapolis

Last Seen: A Long Time Ago

A theatrical production at Mixed Blood Theatre opening July 17 — one of the Twin Cities' most celebrated and accessible stages.

Friday, July 17, 2026 7:30 PM · Mixed Blood Theatre, Minneapolis

Music & Nightlife

Rocky Lee & GEEKEDGANG

Rocky Lee and GEEKEDGANG bring their energetic rap and hip-hop set to the Underground Music Venue Cafe.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Underground Music Venue - Cafe, Minneapolis

Rell Battle at House of Comedy

Stand-up comedian Rell Battle performs multiple shows at the House of Comedy at Mall of America this weekend.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:30 PM · House of Comedy, East Village (Mall of America), Minneapolis

The Current's Happy Hours at Surly Brewing with Girl Tones

MPR's The Current presents a free happy hour concert featuring Girl Tones at Surly Brewing Co. — craft beer and live indie music in the beer garden.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 4:00 PM · Surly Brewing Co., Minneapolis

Food & Drink

Food Trucks at Peavey Plaza

Weekly food truck lunch at downtown's Peavey Plaza featuring rotating vendors — July 15 brings Habanero Tacos and Nordic Dogs.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 11:00 AM · Peavey Plaza, Downtown Minneapolis

YPM Monthly Membership Meeting

Young Professionals of Minneapolis gather for their July Monthly Membership Meeting — networking, connections, and community.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 6:00 PM · Minneapolis

Date Night

MN Salsa Fiesta at Mill City Museum

An evening of salsa dancing with live Latin music at the stunning Mill City Museum — a high-energy date night or social outing.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 6:00 PM · Mill City Museum, Minneapolis

Free Events

Queer Clown Connection Workshops

Free improv-based clown education workshops at Queermunity — embrace embarrassment, find your clown creature, and learn storytelling through clown art.

Sunday, July 12, 2026 · Queermunity, 3036 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis