Twin Cities Pride

Twin Cities Queer Transplants
2024-02-23 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Relocated to the Twin Cities? Drop by Quatrefoil Library on February 23rd from 7-8pm to meet other new people, learn about local LGBTQIA+ resources, share your favorite Twin Cities discoveries, or just chat! Transplants, family, partners, and locals all welcome.

Cara Connors: Live at the Comedy Corner Underground Minneapolis!
2024-02-23 20:00 - 21:30 | Comedy Corner Underground, 1501 Wa S Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55454, United States
Comedian Cara Connors (Just for Laughs, Dating #NoFilter on Hulu, Apple TV) returns to the Comedy Corner Underground after back-to-back sold-out shows last winter. With support by the incredible Sam Schedler
In 2023, Cara filmed her first one-hour comedy special at the El Portal Theater in Los Angeles with Comedy Dynamics, made her Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut at the Pleasance Courtyard, and released her stand-up album, Straight for Pay, which was named one of Paste Magazine’s best comedy albums of 2023.
“Hilariously acerbic. Connors’ vocal elasticity is truly a wonder, immediately bringing to mind Adam Sandler’s goofy impressions. At other moments, hearing Connors deliver a line in a strange, high-pitched manner makes you feel like you’ve been dropped into a Broad City episode and Ilana’s doing a bit.“ Paste Magazine
“Part Sandra Bernhard, Part Kristen Wiig, Part intangible, undeniable charm… she’s a blast and a half who deserves to rock it into stardom.“ The Comics Comic
A headliner at comedy shows across Los Angeles, Cara also hosts a popular weekly queer showcase and has developed a cult following with her unique brand of high energy, self-effacing, and unapologetically fearless comedy. For more info, check out caraconnors.com or IG/TikTok @caraconnscomedy

WILD VNTG MRKT
2024-02-24 11:00 - 16:00 | wild things antiques, 7270 Commerce Circle East, Fridley, MN, 55432, United States
Join us Saturday, February 24th from 11AM-4PM for the WILD VNTG MRKT
– Handcrafted treasures from local LGBTQIA markers and tasty treats from bakers
Sales throughout Wild Things and the Wild Vintage Collective a proudly gay owned business
– Several fabulous surprises throughout the day
Located at 7270 Commerce Circle East, just off University, about 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis.

MPLS Stitch Shop Presents: TCQHA’s Winter Wonderland
2024-03-02 14:00 - 17:00
Hello~

Please join us for MPLS Stitch Shop Presents: Twin Cities Queer Hockey Association’s Winter Wonderland on Saturday March 2nd, 2024 from 2pm – 5pm. Everyone is welcome!
Event Details:
Beginner/Intermediate Game 2pm
Come play a lower level outdoor game with 2 periods and referees, this game is great for players who are new to the game.
TCQHA Family Skate at 3pm
Bring your loved ones, family, and friends to come skate with us outdoors for laughs and fun.
Intermediate/Advanced Game at 4pm
Come play a upper level outdoor game with 2 periods and referees, this game is great for players who know the game forward and backwards.

Rainbow Wardrobe Open House
2024-03-09 09:00 - 15:00 | Twin Cities Pride Office, 1618 Harmon Place, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Come check out our Rainbow Wardrobe Open House this Saturday and Sunday from 9:00am-3:00pm at the Twin Cities Pride Office! We’re bringing the wardrobe upstairs to be as accessible as possible! Rainbow Wardrobe is a zero cost, gender affirming wardrobe. We’re fully stocked with shoes, winter wear, accessories, casual wear, professional wear, and more!

TOGETHER
2024-03-28 - 2024-10-14 | the M (Minnesota Museum of American Art), 350 Robert Street North, St Paul, MN, 55101, United States
Together is a mixed media art exhibition featuring artwork from ten Minnesota artist families of diverse ages and family structures who have created individual and communal work for the exhibition. Artists Emmett and Kit Ramstad conceived this project to elevate children’s artwork and provide a space for parent artists to support each other as they fulfill the roles of parents and artists while raising a new generation of makers. Together uplifts mixed generational creativity by showcasing artists who have contributed hugely to Minnesota’s artistic community and their children who are integral influences to their practice.

PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:
Sayge Carroll, Morgan Laramy; Preston Drum, Elvis and Leroy Drum; Isa Gagarin, Rae Gordon; Pao Her, Vince and Kailee Yang; Amanda Lovelee, Walden Waites; Avigail Manneberg, Kaiah and Micah Manneberg-Tompkins; Emmett Ramstad, Kit Aizura Ramstad; Anna Marie Shogren, Wally Glenn-Shogren; Aki Shibata, Atom Shibata Pliner and Yukiko Shibata Colburn; Jonathan Thunder, Mino Hart Thunder

Quatrefoil Library Spring Used Book Sale
2024-04-06 11:00 - 17:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Come help the library with our Spring cleaning! Don’t you know the old adage? One queer’s discarded used LGBTQ+ books, periodicals, DVDs and CDs, are another queer’s TREASURE! All items priced to walk out the door with you. Mask-wearing encouraged.
Not a member yet? Join us! Membership is FREE and gets you access to hot-off-the-press queer reads—physical AND digital (audio + ebooks) via the library Libby app.

Minnesota Freedom Band Spring Concert
2024-04-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Southwest High School, 3414 W 47th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55411, United States
The Minnesota Freedom Band is a community concert band for queer and allied folks. Join us for a fun afternoon as we play music from or inspired by books, movies, and video games!

LGBTQ Women's Spring Dance!
2024-04-20 18:00 - 22:00 | Eagles Club #34, 2507 E. 25th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Are your dancing feet ready for Spring?
Come join us on Saturday, April 20th, for our Spring LGBTQ Women’s Dance!
Dinner/social hour starts at 6, while our DJ, the multi-talented K. Shay, will keep us rockin’ from 7-10!

Clean out your closets and bring clothes, books, plants, jewelry, etc. for our give-and-take sharing table. What you are ready to give away becomes what another woman receives. Here are some ideas: LGBTQ related or other books, household decor, house plants, seeds, jewelry, clothes and shoes in decent condition.

Self employed women, bring your business cards for the community resources table. If you volunteer with an LGBTQ non-profit, bring a flyer for the table to promote LGBTQ community events. Help spread the word about our community resources!

Treat yourself to a chair massage by Jody! You can pay her directly for the amount of time that you want. Keep it to about 10-15 minutes so more women get a turn!

There’s a $10 cash cover at the door. We are in the big ballroom at the Mpls. Eagles Club #34, just to the left as you come in the back door from the parking lot. 2507 E. 25th Street, Minneapolis.

Are you wondering who is welcome at this dance? Cisgender and transgender women, female adjacent non-binary folks, lesbian, bisexual, pansexual and heterosexual women friends and family.

Join the Twin Cities Women’s Dances facebook page for more information.

See you on the Dance Floor!

Freedom Jazz Spring Concert - "Pack Your Bags"
2024-04-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Southwest High School, 3414 W 47th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55411, United States
Freedom Jazz is a 20-piece community band for queer and allied folks. Travel with us as we go on a musical journey in “Big Band” Style!

LGBTQ+ Latin Dance!!!
2024-04-25 18:30 - 22:00 | Eagles Club #34, 2507 E. 25th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
All levels of dancers welcome!
No partner needed.
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Dance Lesson – Don is teaching Bachata!
7:30 PM – 10:30 PM Open Dancing.
We will play a song rotation of Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue, we take requests.
Only $5 cover (cash only please). (Includes the lesson and the dance!)
Bring Dancing shoes, or non rubbery shoes, if you have them. We will have blue tape available that you can use on any shoe to make them like dancing shoes.
Food and drinks available for purchase.No outside beverages allowed.
Eagles 342507 E 25th StMinneapolis, MN 55406

Queer Career Job Fair
2024-04-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Twin Cities Pride Office, 1618 Harmon Place, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
The Queer Career Job Fair is an event where individuals can utilize the skills they acquired during the Queer Career Resource Fair. Our goal is to create space where individuals can network and communicate with safe and accepting organizations and businesses who are looking to fill employment rolls with hard working and passionate individuals.

WILD VNTG MRKT | April Edition
2024-04-27 11:00 - 16:00 | wild things antiques, 7270 Commerce Circle East, Fridley, MN, 55432, United States
Wild Things Antiques a gayly owned and operated vintage shop and their 40+ dealer vintage mall the Wild Vintage Collective host their monthly WILD VNTG MRKT with many LGBTQIA local makers and bakers. There will be a food truck and sales throughout Wild Things and the Wild Vintage Collective.

Pancakes & Booze Pop-up!
2024-04-27 20:00 - 23:00 | Granada Theater, 3022 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55408, United States
International Pop-Up event. FREE PANCAKES, DJs, Body Painting, 100+ emerging artists.

Mechanic Shop Femme’s Guide to Car Ownership Book Tour
2024-04-29 18:00 - 20:00 | The Lift Garage, 2401 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Chaya Milchtein (@mechanicshopfemme) is making a stop at The Lift Garage on April 29th for her upcoming book tour!⁠
About The Event
At the book tour stop, you can meet Chaya in person, get your book signed, and take a peak inside The Lift.⁠ Tickets are $5 and can be reserved for either the 6 PM or 6:45 PM slot on April 29th. Ticket purchases will fund the Jill Trotta scholarship, launching in fall 2024, to help queer folks and women get an automotive education, toolboxes, and/or other needs for an automotive career. Get your tickets by clicking here.
About Chaya
Chaya is a queer auto-influencer, educator, and author, and her book, Mechanic Shop Femme’s Guide to Car Ownership, covers “everything you wish your dad had taught you about car care.”
About The Lift Garage
The Lift Garage is a nonprofit aimed to move people out of poverty and homelessness by providing low-cost car repair, free pre-purchase inspections, and honest advice that supports our community on the road to more secure lives.

Drag Bingo at The Clapping Monkey House of Coffee
2024-05-02 19:00 - 20:00 | The Clapping Monkey House of Coffee, 7270 Commerce Circle East, Fridley, MN, 55432, United States
Drag Bingo at The Clapping Monkey House of Coffee hosted by Betty Bang and Tomi Saint James – Win gift cards and vintage prizes. Located at 7270 Commerce Circle East in Fridley, MN. This is a sober, all ages event.

Harvey Fierstein’s “TORCH SONG”
2024-05-04 13:00 - 2024-05-19 22:30 | Highland Park Community Center Theater, 1978 Ford Parkway, St. Paul, MN, 55116, United States
​Arnold Beckoff is a drag queen in New York City. What does he want in life? Happiness! A husband, a child, and respect from his Jewish mother! Taking place in the 1970/80s, the award-winning comedy Torch Song Trilogy helped set the stage for the emergence of LGBTQIA+ rights and the fight for human dignity. Updated by the playwright in 2017, with tenderness and great humor, Torch Song reminds us how fragile those rights remain.

May 4 – 19, 2024

Tuesday, 1 p.m., $26
Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., $27
Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., $27
Saturdays, 8 p.m., $40
Sundays, 1 p.m., $33
Sundays, 7 p.m., $26
Student and Artist Rush: all performances $15

Vintage Car Show & WILD VNTG MRKT
2024-05-05 10:00 - 14:00 | wild things antiques, 7270 Commerce Circle East, Fridley, MN, 55432, United States
✨Cinco De Carro✨ – A vintage queer car show hosted by Wild Things and The Great Northern Region LGBTQIA car club on Sunday, May 5th from 10AM-2PM on our parking lot!
💥Amazing vintage and antique cars
💥Space for you to swing your own vintage car by
💥An additional WILD VNTG MRKT pop-up with vintage dealers in our parking lot
💥Pin up photo contest hosted by Betty Bang
💥Tasty treats by The Nerdy Baker
💥 Tacos los 4 Carnales food truck
💥 DJ Tony D spinning jams!
We are located at 7270 Commerce Circle E. in Fridley, Minnesota. Just off University, about 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis.

TaikoTHRIVE
2024-05-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Ordway Concert Hall, 345 Washington Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
TaikoArts Midwest presents TaikoTHRIVE, Ensō Daiko’s annual concert, this year on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2024, at The Ordway Center for Performing Arts. The promise is high energy, heart pounding rhythms and soaring melodies from the heart of Japan. International guest artists include Yuichi Kimura and his six drummers, Daichi no Kai of Kobe, Japan, and Aki of TenTen (Toronto, Canada).

Letamren
2024-05-18 18:30 - 20:00 | THE SALOON MN, 830 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
This is the screening of the long anticipated Letamren. It was produced, directed, and written by David Anderson, a local indie LGBT filmmaker.
Included: Shorts from Anderson’s catalog, prizes, Q&A from cast & crew, popcorn & drinks, and trailers for Letamren 2 and Letamren 3
Cast: Aaron Joshua Perra, Jahkeith Roberts, William J Kittelson, Israel Payne
Genre: LGBT, Avant-garde, Thriller
Run time: 20 min.
Plot: Told metaphorically, four LGBT people enter conversion therapy. Secretly, one of those four (played by Perra) works endlessly to assure the others that there’s nothing wrong with them. Despite his efforts, the spiritual abuse the four endure proves to have devastating and deadly outcomes.

Queer Me Out
2024-05-28 17:30 - 20:30 | W Minneapolis – The Foshay, 821 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55402, United States
Explore the vibrant history of Twin Cities Pride at W Minneapolis – The Foshay’s second annual Queer Me Out speaker panel event on June 4th.
Moderator

Nina DiAngelo of Roxy’s Cabaret

Panelists

Zaylore Stout – LGBTQ+ Activist Author and Historian of “Our Gay History in Fifty States”
Devon Monroe – Professional Wrestler and F1RST Wrestling WRESTLEPALOOZA Champion
Lisa Vecoli – Founder of the Minnesota Lesbian Community Organizing Oral History Project and Former Curator of the Tretter Collection
Bekah Bailey – Queer and Disabled Activist

Tickets include a welcome cocktail, and attendees will discover queer-owned art, vendors, and more. DJ Shannon Blowtorch will be spinning beats while you enjoy beer samples provided by Urban Growler, get a temporary tattoo from BlackEnd Tattoos, or get your aura photographed. Ticket proceeds will be donated to support OutFront Minnesota.
After the speaker panel event, keep the party going down at the Living Room bar, where a live DJ will be there until 11pm.

ICONIC: Drag Brunch for Telling Queer History
2024-06-01 10:00 - 12:00
The LGBTQ+ community invented brunch, a time to rehash what happened the night before, enjoy some refreshments, and see each other in the light of day. Join us on Saturday June 1st for this time-honored tradition! Learn about LGBTQ+ history through the art of drag performances – and get this – YOU are invited to arrive dressed up too! Which LGBTQ+ icon would you dress as? Get as bold as you dare and embody them. Your name tag will leave a space for your name and pronouns, and your icon’s name. Enjoy brunch food that includes vegan, gluten free, and nut- and dairy-free brunch options, plus non-alcoholic drinks (a mocktail bar!) and of course, plenty of coffee- a must for brunch!! Bring dollars for the performers and for the nourishing work of Telling Queer History, which connects LGBTQ+ people across generations and identities through storytelling to foster compassion, empathy and healing. Oh yes: there will be time to meet people, dance, gaze shyly from across the room. There will be an auction full of fab experiences and items. There will also be a sensory-friendly quiet space. As always with TQH, this event will be ASL interpreted and substance-free. This event is open to all ages. Keep in mind that some drag performers may be taking off clothes and loving on their beautiful queer bodies.
Note: Prospect Park Neighborhood – Full location disclosed to Ticket Purchasers Only

Youth Pride with MNSOC
2024-06-01 13:00 - 18:00 | Como Midway Picnic Pavilion, 1199 Midway Parkway, St Paul, MN, 55103, United States
A day in the park for LGBTQIA+ youth ages 13-22. This is a free event for young people to feel celebrated and strengthen connections to their community. Youth Pride has a little bit of everything; resources from local organizations serving queer youth, activities and games, performances by amazing entertainers, food from local businesses, photo-booths, and more!

Queer Equity Casino Night
2024-06-01 19:00 - 23:00 | Guthrie Theater, 818 S 2nd St,,, Minneapolis, MN, 55415, United States
QEI’s 2nd Annual Queer Equity Casino Night on Saturday, June 1 from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. at the Guthrie Theater (818 S. 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55415).

Please join us for an unforgettable night of community, connections, food, fun, and games in support of Queer Equity Institute! Admission includes a dinner spread by Chowgirls Catering, plus a starter set of gambling chips to build your pot & win prizes!

Onsite childcare will be available for children ages 4+ at no additional cost. Space is limited.

GAY POEMS FOR RED STATES reading with Willie Edward Taylor Carver Jr.
2024-06-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Milkweed Books, 1011 S Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55415, United States
Please join Milkweed Books in hosting poet Willie Carver as he reads from his debut poetry collection GAY POEMS FOR RED STATES.
Willie Edward Taylor Carver Jr. is an advocate, a Kentucky Teacher of the Year, and the author of a bestselling collection of narrative poetry about his childhood growing up queer in Appalachia, Gay Poems for Red States (University Press of Kentucky). Carver’s work exists at the intersection of queer identity, Appalachian identity, and the politics of innocence.
Willie is a candidate for the MFA in poetry at the University of Kentucky. He publishes and presents on the subjects of education, marginalization, and identity, and his story has been featured on ABC, CBS, PBS, NPR, and in The Washington Post, Le Monde, and Good Morning America. His story was chosen by Jonathan Van Ness as a story to share for education, and his advocacy has led him to engage President Biden and to testify before the United States Congressional Committee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties. His creative work has been published in 100 Days in Appalachia, 2RulesofWriting, Another Chicago Magazine, Largehearted Boy Blog, Smoky Blue Literary Magazine, Miracle Monocle, Good River Review, and Salvation South, where he is a feature poet of National Poetry Month.

We Are Beautiful: An Exhibit and Benefit Show for Avenues for Youth
2024-06-02 18:00 - 21:00 | THE SALOON MN, 830 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Join us on Sunday June 2nd from 6-9pm at The Saloon in Minneapolis for “We Are Beautiful: An Exhibit & Benefit Show for Avenues for Youth,” hosted by Bad Karma and Ryan Coit. Featuring an exhibit by COIT Photography, this event includes a dynamic drag show hosted by Bad Karma with talented local performers. All proceeds benefit Avenues for Youth, supporting safe shelter and housing options for youth. Don’t miss this night of art, performance, and community support!
This is a free, 21+ event.

Monday Night Queer Skate
2024-06-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Cheap Skate Roller Center, 3075 Coon Rapids Boulevard, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433, United States
Why let the weekends have all the fun?
We party every Monday at Cheap Skate Roller Center, 8pm-10pm. Age is set to 16+ to be accessible to young adults (alcohol free event). Come roll to the upbeat sounds of DJ Hazmat Circus- music format is an eclectic mix of House, Alt/Indie Dance, Synthwave, Skate Classics, and a bit of Top 40 Pop. Environment is friendly and welcoming, self expression is encouraged and everyone is welcome.
Admission is $8.99 / Rental Inlines and Quad skates are available!

The Practice of Queer Nightlife in the Twin Cities Today
2024-06-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Walker Art Center, 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Join us at the Walker Art Center for a special event celebrating queer nightlife on Thursday, June 6th at 7pm!
The program, The Practice of Queer Nightlife in the Twin Cities Today gathers local artists working in Twin Cities nightlife to collectively considers the struggles, urgencies, and joys this art form faces today. Panelists include Nadirah McGill (Gully Boys and Queer Mud Wrestling), Marcela Michelle (Mama San), and Mari Navarro (Gothess).
The evening kicks off the free summer series, Nightlife as Form, that traces the history and influence of Twin Cities queer nightlife both locally and nationally. For more information and to sign up please visit our website:
https://walkerart.org/calendar/2024/series/nightlife-as-form

Family Pride Fun Run/Walk & Vendor Fair
2024-06-08 10:00 - 14:00
Exciting News Friends. Today registration opens for a Girl Scouts Family Pride Fun Run/Walk and Vendor Fair!
June 8 10 am-2 pm
Start line-
Chisago Lake Town Hall
12400 316th St
Lindström, MN 55045
Finish Line-
Chisago Lakes Middle School
13750 Lake Blvd
Lindström, MN 55045
Please support a Girl Scout and her Silver Award for Girl Scouts.
Early Bird Sign Up $12
https://www.eventcreate.com/e/family-pride-fun-run-walk-521080

Family Pride Fun Run/Walk
2024-06-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Chisago Lakes Township Hall, 12400 316th St, Lindstrom, MN, 55045, United States
Family Pride Fun Run & Vendor Fair

Join us for a morning of family fun at the Family Pride Fun Run & Vendor Fair! Lace up your running shoes and head over to the starting line by 10 AM at the Chisago Lake Township Hall at 12400 316th Street, Lindstrom, MN 55045 and finish at the Chisago Lakes Middle School in Lindstrom, MN for an exciting event. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a leisurely stroll, this event is for everyone. After the run, explore our Vendor Fair where you can help gain information to help teens with mental health and diversity. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to have a great time with your family and show your pride.

This event is being sponsored by a Girl Scout completing her Silver Award. The Silver Award is the second highest award of the Girl Scouts. You can do things to earn this award like solving community issues such as lack of food for the homeless, lack of flowers for pollinators, diversity, and resources for communities. Please come out and support a great cause!

T-Shirts included for Early Bird Only. After Early Bird T-shirts may not be available.

See you there!
Thank you to our sponsors!
Center City Fire Dept
Chisago Lakes Lions
Embrace Orthodontics
Robert Mackean
Girl Scout Families

Register Now

LOCATION
Chisago Lakes Township Hall (Start Line)
12400 316th St Lindstrom, MN 55045

DATE & TIME
June 8, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
