Twin Cities events this week
Nov. 9 to 15, 2026
Things to do in Minneapolis and St. Paul this week and this weekend. For the full calendar, see Meet Minneapolis and Visit Saint Paul.
18 events
Wednesday, Nov. 11
7:30 p.m.
Michelle Branch with Josie Edwards
First Avenue, 701 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Michelle Branch plays the First Avenue Mainroom with Josie Edwards opening. 18 and over.
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Thursday, Nov. 12
10 a.m. to noon
Little Explorer Thursday
Como Zoo and Conservatory Visitor Center, 1225 Estabrook Dr, St. Paul, MN 55103
A free weekly program for 1 to 3 year olds, open to all, with animal and plant visitors, story time and games.
7 p.m.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks
Target Center, 600 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
The Timberwolves host the Dallas Mavericks at Target Center. Doors open at 6 p.m.
SportsEvent details7:30 p.m.
Low Cut Connie with Fantastic Cat and DJ Kava
First Avenue, 701 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Low Cut Connie plays the First Avenue Mainroom with Fantastic Cat and DJ Kava. 18 and over.
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Friday, Nov. 13
11 a.m.
The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra: Zachary Cohen Premieres Deak's Bass Concerto
Ordway Concert Hall, 345 Washington St, Saint Paul, MN 55102
The SPCO and bassist Zachary Cohen premiere a new double bass concerto by composer-performer Jon Deak.
MusicEvent details8 p.m.
Julia Jacklin with Jordan Patterson
First Avenue, 701 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Julia Jacklin plays the First Avenue Mainroom with Jordan Patterson. 18 and over.
MusicEvent details8 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Comedy Show: Alaire Thomas
Laugh Camp Comedy Club, 490 N Robert St, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Yap & Strap podcast co-host Alaire Thomas makes a live stand-up debut in Saint Paul, with Jesse the Shrink.
Arts and theaterEvent detailsThrough Sunday, Nov. 15
Romanian Film Festival Twin Cities: Stories of Us
Landmark Center, 75 W 5th St, Saint Paul, MN 55102
A three-day festival of Romanian films with English subtitles, presented by HORA at Landmark Center.
Saturday, Nov. 14
10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
A Dance of Seasons: Opening Weekend Celebration
Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Ave W, St Paul, MN 55113
The Bell Museum celebrates its new planetarium show about Minnesota ecosystems with hands-on activities and a story time.
FamilyEvent details3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Night Trains
Twin City Model Railroad Museum, 668 Transfer Rd, Suite 8, Saint Paul, MN 55114
With the lights dimmed, lighted model passenger trains run through snowy miniature towns decorated for the holidays.
7 p.m.
The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra: Zachary Cohen Premieres Deak's Bass Concerto
Ordway Concert Hall, 345 Washington St, Saint Paul, MN 55102
The SPCO and bassist Zachary Cohen premiere a new double bass concerto by composer-performer Jon Deak.
MusicEvent details7 p.m.
Comedy Show: Alaire Thomas
Laugh Camp Comedy Club, 490 N Robert St, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Yap & Strap podcast co-host Alaire Thomas makes a live stand-up debut in Saint Paul, with Jesse the Shrink.
Arts and theaterEvent details7 p.m.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Chicago Bulls
Target Center, 600 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
The Timberwolves host the Chicago Bulls at Target Center. Doors open at 6 p.m.
SportsEvent details8 p.m.
Lee Lue The Musical
The Fitzgerald Theater, 10 E Exchange St, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Ly Theatre Company presents a historical fiction musical about a young Hmong teacher in 1960s Laos who becomes a pilot.
Arts and theaterEvent details8 p.m.
The Suburbs with The Rodents
Turf Club, 1601 University Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55104
The Suburbs play the Turf Club with The Rodents. 21 and over.
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Sunday, Nov. 15
7 p.m.
It Wasn't Meant to be Perfect: An Evening with Gaelynn Lea and Friends
Ordway Concert Hall, 345 Washington St, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Gaelynn Lea celebrates Disability Culture and her new memoir with Kevin Kling and Gabriel Rodreick, with ASL and captioning.
MusicEvent details7 p.m.
MercyMe with Jeremy Camp and Tim Timmons + Sam Wesley
Target Center, 600 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
MercyMe plays Target Center with special guests Jeremy Camp and Tim Timmons + Sam Wesley.
MusicEvent details8 p.m.
Tell Me Lies, A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
The Fitzgerald Theater, 10 E Exchange St, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Tribute band Tell Me Lies performs the music of Fleetwood Mac at the Fitzgerald Theater. All ages.
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Every event here was checked on the organizer's or venue's own page. Plans change, so confirm times and tickets with the "Event details" link before you go. Updated every Monday.