PLAN YOUR EVENT PLAN YOUR EVENT
> MEETINGS/CONVENTIONS
> SPORTS/COMPETITIONS
> WEDDINGS/SOCIAL EVENTS

FREE AREA INFORMATION
DISCOUNTS/OFFERS
AREA PROMOTIONS

WHAT TO DO
Shopping
Dining
Golf
Parks
Recreation

WHAT TO SEE
Sporting Events
Museums
Theatre
Entertainment
Tours

WHERE TO STAY
Hotels
Extended Stays
Campgrounds



Let us entertain you!


Entertainment in the Minneapolis & Saint Paul area including Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park & Maple Grove, Minnesota is endless from concert venues to beautiful zoos!
 

Stay ahead of what's new at City Pages
Stay ahead of what's new at City Pages For a weekly review of what is the latest & greatest in the Minneapolis area, check out City Pages. 
Ticketmaster
Ticketmaster For concerts, shows and other types of performances in the Minneapolis area, start your search here! 
Minnesota Zoo
Minnesota Zoo Make it a day at the Minnesota Zoo. Great for families, couples and groups! Visit them today! 
Acme Comedy Company
612-338-6393
708 N. 1st Street
Minneapolis, MN 55401
MAP IT MAP IT

Acme Comedy Co and Sticks Restaurant is located in the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is rated as 'The best Comedy Clubin the Twin Cities' by publications.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
AMC Theatres Arbor Lakes 16
763-494-0379
12575 Elm Creek Boulevard North
Maple Grove, MN 55369
MAP IT MAP IT

16 screen theatre with IMAX and RealD 3D screens.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Brookdale 8 Cinemas
763.566.6721
5810 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
MAP IT MAP IT

Featuring 8 screens to view movies at affordable prices.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Canterbury Park Racetrack & Card Club
952-445-7223 / 800-340-6361
1100 Canterbury Road
Shakopee, MN 55379
MAP IT MAP IT

Canterbury Park is Minnesota's premier entertainment destination, featuring live horse racing and year round Casino Games, Poker and Simulcast Racings.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Comedy Sportz
612-870-1230
3001 Hennepin Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55408
MAP IT MAP IT

ComedySportz is improvisational comedy played as a sport! Two teams of actors compete for the biggest laughs while a referee calls the fouls and gets suggestions from you, the audience.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
651.487.8200 / 651.487.8201
1225 Estabrook Drive
Saint Paul, MN 55103
MAP IT MAP IT

One of the last FREE zoos in the United States, Como is home to a wide array of animals and plants and welcomes visitors 365 days a year. Located right next to Como Town Amusement Park, Cafesjan's historic carousel, and Como Park, the zoo and conservatory are great fun for visitors of all ages.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant
612.332.1010
1010 Nicollet Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
MAP IT MAP IT

The Dakota Jazz Club, located on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, is a very unique and well-known venue. This upscale restaurant has exquisit American style food and live music every night.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Elko Speedway
952.461.7223
26350 France Avenue
Elko New Market, MN 55020
MAP IT MAP IT

Elko Speedway is NASCAR's Midwest Center for Speed! A 3/8 mile, high-banked, asphalt, oval racing facility. It's fast paced entertainment is surpassed by none with a wide variety of events including auto racing and live music in Champions Entertainment Centre and a full bar!

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
First Avenue & 7th Street Entry
612.338.8388
701 1st Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55403
MAP IT MAP IT

The legendary concert venue in Minneapolis, MN. Your Downtown Danceteria Since 1970.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
^ Back To The Top ^
Goose Lake Farm & Winery
763-753-9632
6760 213th Ave NW
Elk River, MN 55330
MAP IT MAP IT

Goose Lake Farm and Winery, established in 2004, is proud to be Anoka County's first winery. Their specialty is fruit wine with many of the fruit varieties grown right on the farm.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Great Clips IMAX Theatre at the Minnesota Zoo
952-997-9701
12000 Zoo Boulevard
Apple Valley, MN 55124
MAP IT MAP IT

The 525 seat Great Clips IMAX theatre at the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley offers the Ultimate movie-going experience. See Minnesota's Largest IMAX screen of almost 7 -stories, with 12,000 watts digital sound system and the latest IMAX/IMAX3D technology.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Joke Joint Comedy Club
651.330.9078
801 Sibley Memorial Highway
St. Paul, MN 55118
MAP IT MAP IT

Live stand up comedy Wed-Sat with nationally touring headliners and featuring the best local talent of the Twin Cities. With their historic Diamond Jim's location, their unique and intimate show room, and a personal guarantee of your satisfaction, they hope to have you come back again and again.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Maple Grove Town Green
763-494-6500
7991 Main Street North
Maple Grove, MN 55369
MAP IT MAP IT

The Town Green bandshell hosts free summer music and entertainment performances. The facility features terraced wall seating for up to 300 guests, as well as chairs and blankets for lawn-goers.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Mill City Nights
612-333-3422
111 5th St. North
Minneapolis, MN 55403
MAP IT MAP IT

Mill City Nights is located in the historic Warehouse District in downtown Minneapolis. This venue caters to all types of live musical entertainment.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Minnesota Zoo
952-431-9200 / 800-366-7811
13000 Zoo Boulevard
Apple Valley, MN 55124
MAP IT MAP IT

The Minnesota Zoo brings education and entertainment to life! Located on nearly 500 rolling, wooded acres, the Zoo is home to penguins, a lush tropical forest and aviary, marine center, boreal forest, tundra, and a family farm. With more than 4,100 animals, you're bound for a new adventure on every visit!

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Mystic Lake Casino
952-445-9000
2400 Mystic Lake Blvd
Prior Lake, MN 55372
MAP IT MAP IT

24-hour fun and excitement, in addition to the most slot machines and blackjack tables in Minnesota, high stakes bingo, exciting promotions, a rewarding Players Club and a new championship golf course.


VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
New Hope Cinema Grill
763-417-0017
2749 Winnetka Avenue North
New Hope, MN 55427
MAP IT MAP IT

The New Hope Cinema Grill is full service restaurant with 3 showrooms offering a variety of entertainment including movies, live standup comedy and sporting events!



VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Northrop Auditorium
612-624-2345
84 Church Street S.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55455
MAP IT MAP IT

Located on the campus of the University of Minnesota. This auditorium presents performances of contemporary ballet, ethnic dance, a jazz series, and a summer festival of free music concerts.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Orchestra Hall
612-371-5600
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
MAP IT MAP IT

Orchestra Hall is the home of the acclaimed Minnesota Orchestra, whose artistic leader, Music Director Osmo Vanska, guides a season encompassing nearly 175 concerts that are heard live by 350,000 individuals.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
^ Back To The Top ^
Regal Cinemas Brooklyn Center Stadium 20
763-560-6300
6420 Camden Avenue North
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
MAP IT MAP IT

Featuring 20 movie screens.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Running Aces Harness Park
651-925-4600 / 877-786-2237
15201 Zurich Street Northeast
Columbus, MN 55025
MAP IT MAP IT

Running Aces Harness Park, in Columbus, Minnesota, features a harness racetrack and card room with poker, casino games and blackjack tournaments.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Shout House Dueling Pianos
612.337.6700
650 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403
MAP IT MAP IT

Dueling Pianos are two piano players/singers performing at two, face to face grand pianos in front of two large mirrors performing the classic rock 'n roll hits from the 1950s to the present. It's request driven by the audience and with the use of multiple teams, goes non-stop all night.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Stevie Ray's Comedy Cabaret
612.567.3869
501 W. 78th St.
Chanhassen, MN 55317
MAP IT MAP IT

Audience-interactive improv comedy, sketches and music. They keep things moving to keep you laughing.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Target Center
612-673-0900
600 First Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55403
MAP IT MAP IT

A premiere entertainment facility in the Upper Midwest, hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA) basketball, Minnesota Lynx (WNBA) basketball, major concerts, family shows and special attractions.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts
612-206-3636
528 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403
MAP IT MAP IT

The Cowles Center for Dance and Performing Arts in downtown Minneapolis is the Twin Cities’ newest arts center and the flagship for dance in Minnesota.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
Xcel Energy Center
651-265-4800
199 West Kellogg Boulevard
Saint Paul, MN 55102
MAP IT MAP IT

The Xcel Energy Center has earned a reputation as a superlative hockey arena and outstanding concert and special event venue.

VIEW MORE INFORMATION MORE
2013 Festivals & Fairs

2013 Festivals & Fairs Festivals & fairs are popular around the Minneapolis & St. Paul metro area and we want you to enjoy the wonderful Minnesota outdoors all year long! 
Upcoming Events
Omnitheater: Tornado Alley
January 1 - June 20, 2013
Science Museum of Minnesota
Rocky Horror Picture Show
May 25 - 26, 2013
Uptown Theatre
Cantus Covers: A Pop Concert
May 31 - June 1, 2013
Cowles Center for Dance & The Performing Arts