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Gay Events in Minneapolis include the Twin Cities gay pride, the Saloon Block Party Weekend, the Aquatennial festival and the Minneapolis & St Paul Winter Carnival. Both Minneapolis and nearby St Paul attract young people from the rural areas stretching hundreds of miles in all directions, making the Twin Cities the buckle of the northern farm belt.

Twin Cities Gay Pride, Minneapolis & St Paul

Twin Cities Gay Pride, Minneapolis & St Paul

From: Jun. 27.2026 - To: Jun. 28.2026
The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul celebrate Gay Pride each June attracting more than 400,000 visitors to the city during the week long series of events.
Minneapolis & St Paul Winter Carnival

Minneapolis & St Paul Winter Carnival

From: Jan. 28.2027 - To: Feb. 07.2027
Since 1886, the Saint Paul Winter Carnival has brought charming winter events and community pride to Saint Paul and the Twin Cities metro area.
The Saloon Block Party Weekend Minneapolis Pride

The Saloon Block Party Weekend Minneapolis Pride

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The Saloon Block Party is one of the biggest parties to take place during the Minneapolis gay pride weekend
Aquatennial Minneapolis

Aquatennial Minneapolis

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Aquatennial Minneapolis celebrates "The Best Days of Summer" and includes a torchlight parade, water ski shows, concerts and one of the top 5 fireworks displays in the United States.

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The Chambers Hotel, 901, Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55403

Our 60 art-infused guestrooms and suites have walk-in rain showers, deep soaking tubs and sweeping views of vibrant downtown. A show-stopping rooftop lounge and lush courtyard with a fire pit are prime spots to admire the scenery on Hennepin Avenue.

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601 1st Avenue North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403

Connected to the Minneapolis Convention Center via a skyway, this city centre hotel offers easy access to top attractions and features comfortable accommodations, complete with many modern amenities.

A 50-inch flat-screen cable TV and iPod docking station are provided in every spacious room with a fridge and coffee machine are also included.

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1001 Marquette Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403

Situated in the centre of downtown Minneapolis, within steps of Nicollet Mall and Target Center, this hotel offers elegant accommodations with free WiFi access and and chic on-site dining options.

Each guestroom is equipped with a flat-screen TV and a fully stocked minibar. Bathrooms have limestone counters and stylish glass basins.

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19 North 8th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403

Within walking distance of Target Field, this property is connected to the climate-controlled Skyway footbridge in the heart of downtown Minneapolis and offers complimentary hot breakfast and free WiFi.

Every room at Hampton Inn and Suites provides a 42-inch flat-screen LCD HDTV with premium cable, a small refrigerator and coffee maker.

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600 5th Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415

Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave, a coffee machine and a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bath or shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries.

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95 S 10th St, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403

Every unit features a private bathroom and shower, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a microwave. A fridge, a stove top and toaster are also featured in the kitchen, as well as a kettle. Free WiFi & Keyless Entry

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240 Chicago Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415

All units here are air-conditioned and feature a living room with a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a kettle a coffee machine and dishwasher, a dining area, a private bathroom with bath or shower, and free toiletries

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Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401

The air-conditioned apartment offers 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with city views. Guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking

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205 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414, United States

Gay dance bar lots of fun

Open Thursday 5-Midnight, Friday 5-2am, Saturday 6-2am

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990 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota

Multi award winning LGBTQ+ establishment! Voted Best of Minnesota featuring top-notch drag and more!

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1333 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403, United States

Minneapolis’ most glamorous celebrity and female impersonators host drag shows, karaoke, bingo, game night, movie night and stand up comedy to bring entertainment 7 nights a week with drag brunch every Sunday. 

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422 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401

The Brass Rail Lounge is one of the premier gay bars in Minneapolis with a VIP section, along with nightly entertainmen and wide selection of the best drinks around

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830 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403

The Saloon has proudly served the Twin Cities LGBTQ community for more than 44 years, earning the reputation as its premiere going-out destination. Energizing atmosphere, pulsating dance floors, world-class entertainment, numerous bars to stay hydrated and an excess of gorgeous men to meet 

A good show has always been our thing—you won’t want to miss the wet’n’wild shower platform on select evenings. Come for karaoke, our amazing contests, exclusive shows, and infamous Saloon Pride Block Party 

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19 West 15th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403

A Gay pub classic offering, darts and pool, pizza served at bar a bonus space that opens when it gets busy and back patio for smoking, this is a cash only bar there is an ATM in the bar.

This is the perfect place for people who don’t want to go to a club.

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515 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415

This gay bar falls somewhere between a neighborhood bar & grill and a gay nightclub with a dance floor, outdoor patio, pool table and is home to some of the best happy hour deals in town!

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408 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401

A gay nightclub featuring 6 Bar, multiple dance floors and a Games room, offering Karaoke, Djs and of course Drag shows. The Dinner and Drag Show is a must as its one of the best in town.

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The Black Hart Of Saint Paul, 1415 University Ave W, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55104

Gay Soccer Bar in the Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul.

The Black Hart continues the long legacy of Town House Bar as a home for the LBGTQ+ community. Check out our calendar for our drag shows, burlesque, BINGO, and karaoke

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