Twin Cities Pride

Pride Beer Dabbler
2022-06-24 18:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, 725 Vineland Pl, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
JUNE 24, 2022 • 6:00–9:30PM
MINNEAPOLIS SCULPTURE GARDEN
Beer Dabbler’s celebration of our state’s vibrant LGBTQ+ craft beer community is set to return to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden on June 24, 2022!
Pride Beer Dabbler offers craft beer enthusiasts a chance to take part in the festive and flamboyant environment of Twin Cities Pride while sampling great beer, cider, and seltzer in one of Minneapolis’ most scenic parks–complete with food trucks, dance parties, and more!
Tickets will go on-sale to the general public at noon on Friday, April 15. Our official Pre-Sale Party will be held on Thursday, April 14 at Utepils Brewing Company in Minneapolis.
More information about DJs, food trucks, and participating breweries coming soon!
Ticket Prices:
General Admission – $50 + fees
Early Access – $70 + fees
Designated Driver – $20 + fees

For more information including tickets, entertainment, breweries and food, CLICK HERE!

DJ Liam Gerard Live for Pride
2022-06-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Aloft Minneapolis, 900 S Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55415, United States
Celebrate pride with DJ Liam Gerard live at Aloft Minneapolis on Friday, June 24th!

Liam Gerard is a local Minneapolis singer/songwriter with a wide array of compositions. As a DJ, Liam is masterful at identifying music to fit the vibe!

No cover charge. Food and drinks will be available for purchase at W XYZ bar.

Two Spirit Powwow
2022-06-24 15:00 - 20:00 | South High School, 3131 19th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Dance Specials including Potato Dance, Two-Spirit Dance Special, and Masc and Femme Side Step Special.
AS WELL AS SPECIAL PERFORMANCES BY TWO-SPIRIT COMMUNITY MEMBERS!
We will be accepting and distributing non-perishable food items and gently used clothing. Please bring these items if you are able. This is mutual aid and open to all community members.

Saloon Block Party
2022-06-24 12:00 - 2022-06-25 02:00 | THE SALOON MN, 830 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

Meghan Murphy: The Big Red Show with special guest Monica West
2022-06-23 20:00 - 23:00 | The Woman’s Club Of Minneapolis, 410 Oak Grove St, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
In partnership with SMA, songstress, powerhouse vocalist, and certified showstopper Meghan Murphy is bringing her Big Red Show – along with special guest Monica West – to The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis on Thursday, June 23!
Tickets are on sale now!
Reserved seating and VIP tickets are available. The VIP package includes premiere seating, VIP parking, pre-concert Rooftop reception with appetizers and a signature cocktail and a post-show Meet & Greet with Big Red.
About Meghan Murphy
Songstress powerhouse Meghan “Big Red” Murphy has taken the world by storm! Come see what all the fuss is about in an evening of songs, stories, sexiness and sass by the diva herself! “A sparkling redhead with a dynamite voice,” (Chicago Sun Times), a razor-sharp wit, and a stage presence full of Old Hollywood glamour, Big Red will have you laughing, crying, and begging her for more! From pop to jazz, blues to folk, soul to showtunes, she’ll sing ’em all and turn you into her next biggest fan! She’s an old broad with a new twist. So come on down for a brassy, bawdy, boozy good time! Big voice. Big laughs. Big Red.
About The Big Red Show
A fabulous one-woman-show-party starring vocalist Meghan Murphy filled with songs from an impressive range of musical genres, personal stories of the highs and the lows of life, and an old school performance style that hits you like a force of nature. Whether it’s a hilarious parody of a red-hot topic, an unexpected mash-up, a rap song performed in a gown, or an old song you’ve never quite heard the same way before, you can always count on great singing, truthful storytelling, and going on a rowdy, yet intimate ride for the evening. If Lucille Ball, Bette Midler, Bonnie Raitt, Rita Hayworth and Etta James had a baby, her name would be Big Red. Now who doesn’t want to see THAT?!

Pride on TV Trivia at Able Seedhouse and Brewery
2022-06-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Able Seedhouse and Brewery, 1121 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis, MN, 55413, United States
TRIVIA TOO GOOD NOT TO BE SEEN
Trivia Mafia is celebrating Pride Month with a trivia night dedicated to LGBTQ television all throughout June! We’re witnessing a golden age of diverse queer representation today, but it didn’t happen overnight. So in addition to highlighting today’s creators and characters, we’ll pay tribute to the trailblazers that paved the way.
So break out your Pride flag, pop up some popcorn, and get ready to binge-answer this slate of questions! Whether you fell in love with Willow and Tara in the ‘90s, were glued to the screen whenever someone shouted “Omar comin’!” in the 2000s, or spent the last decade saving the day with the Crystal Gems, we’ll have something for you to celebrate!
WE’RE HERE! WE’RE QUEER! WE’D LIKE TO KNOW THE SPECIFICS!

Trivia starts promptly on time, so make sure to get to your location a bit early and discuss which of your favorite show’s characters absolutely should’ve been written as queer were it not for cowardly showrunners.

Teams are limited to six — perfect for anyone who’s needed the assistance of a Fab Five!

All of our locations use the Trivia Mafia App for running theme nights, so bring a fully-charged phone or risk having to sashay away mid-game.

The same questions will run at all locations, so don’t be disappointed when you try to double dip and discover that we’re “Pose”-ing the same questions.

Use your noodle, not your Google. All cheaters will be asked to take Oscar’s seat next to Angela for the rest of the night.

Play for PRIDE!
2022-06-23 17:30 - 18:30 | The Wilderness Fitness & Coworking, 1010 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN, 55408, United States
Join the Wilderness Fitness & Coworking on Thursday, June 23rd for an evening of HIIP for PRIDE (High Intensity Interval Play) in Uptown, Minneapolis! HIIP Combines elements of cardio, mobility, strength, gymnastics, climbing, and obstacle course training for a unique, playful workout. Wear your craziest workout gear and get ready to play!

SPOILER ALERT: Most exciting workout outfit wins a free Wilderness Fitness & Coworking t-shirt of their choice. Can’t wait to see your threads!

2022 Minnesota Lavender Bar Association (MLBA) Pride Happy Hour
2022-06-23 17:00 - 21:00 | Hennepin Theatre Trust Building, 900 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
The Minnesota Lavender Bar Association (MLBA) is an association of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, plus (LGBTQ+) Law Students and Legal Professionals of Minnesota.
Join MLBA for our annual Pride Happy Hour. We will be celebrating outside on the terrace patio of The Hennepin. If the weather gets bad we will move the celebration inside at the same location. Two drinks and heavy appetizers will be hosted. Non-MLBA members are welcome to attend, but please be sure to RSVP in advance!
We can’t wait to celebrate Pride with you! As with our other recent events, we want everyone to enjoy themselves and feel safe. For that reason, we ask that all attendees follow Minnesota Department of Health guidance about mask wearing. We cannot guarantee that social distancing will be possible depending on the amount of people who register and attend. Any public location where people are present provides an inherent risk of exposure to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. We cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed to SARS-CoV-2 during the event.
To register, visit https://mnlavbar.org/event-list/#!event/2022/6/23/2022-mlba-pride-happy-hour

MiX: Pride Weekend Kickoff
2022-06-23 15:00 - 22:00 | Graze Provisions & Libations, 520 4th Street North, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
It’s been a minute since we did this! Join DJs Lenka Paris and Shiek for an indoor/outdoor happy hour celebrating the start of Pride weekend.

We do it for the fun, not the money… so there’s never a cover at MiX.

MiX is a party by and for the LGBTQ+ community. All who share our spirit of fun are welcome. 21+

Swipe Right: Queer Connections IRL
2022-06-22 19:00 - 23:00 | Hook and Ladder Theater & Lounge, 3010 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
PRIDE is the perfect place to meet new people, make new friends or snag a new sweetie!! So ditch the apps and join us, on the Hook & Ladder patio, for some fresh air, tasty drinks, outdoor games and a whole bunch of queer cuties. Swipe Right is an event for folx wanting to build community, connect with new queer friends and more! We can’t wait to kickoff PRIDE weekend with you!
Date: 6/22/2022 (Wednesday)
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Parking: Street parking
Tickets: 21+ Event/Limited Tickets Available
$10 + Fees (Early Bird)
$14 + Fees (Advance)
$20 + Fees (Day of)
Entrance: Patio Entrance (Minnehaha Ave)
Music: Dj Boyfrrriend
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Dancing (Body Movin)
10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Wine Down (Smooth Jams )
Features:
Outdoor Bars
Music/Dancing
Patio Vibes (Partial Covered)
Outdoor Games
Taco Truck
Grrrl Scout events are created for queer folx (meaning, but not limited to all people that identify within the LGBTQIA+ umbrella) and their allies.
CONSENT IS MANDATORY! Please remember to be considerate and respect others’ personal boundaries. We will not tolerate any racist, sexist, ableist, transphobic or homophobic language during any of our events and reserve the right to remove anyone that is causing harm.
We will do our best to create safe spaces for our attendees but ask our guests to practice adequate safety measures when attending any/all public events. Safety measures may include the use of adequate PPE (when needed) as well as regular testing before and/or after large-scale events. GRRRL SCOUT is committed to following the CDC’s recommendations as well as all state/city predetermined guidelines.
If you are having symptoms or have been exposed to someone with Covid-19, please do not attend.

Pride on TV Trivia at Black Sheep Pizza (Eat Street)
2022-06-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Black Sheep Pizza (Eat Street), 2550 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55404, United States

Pride on TV Trivia at AxeBridge Wine Co.
2022-06-21 18:30 - 20:30 | AxeBridge Wine Co., 411 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States

Rainbows Under the Bandshell
2022-06-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Lake Harriet Bandshell, E Lake Harriet Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, 55408, United States
Come join the MN Freedom Band concert band and Freedom Jazz! in an evening full of music opening Twin Cities Pride Week.

Pride on TV Trivia at Black Sheep Pizza (North Loop)
2022-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Black Sheep Pizza, 600 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States

WRESTLEPALOOZA - A PRIDE PRE-PARTY FEATURING: DRAG! BURLESQUE! PRO WRESTLING! LIVE MUSIC!
2022-06-19 18:00 - 22:30 | First Avenue, 701 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
WRESTLEPALOOZA
– A PRIDE PRE-PARTY FEATURING: DRAG! BURLESQUE! PRO WRESTLING! LIVE MUSIC!

Sunday, June 19th
First Avenue
Minneapolis, MN
Doors 6pm – Show 7pm
ADV $30 & $40 DOS
18+

Sweetpea! Sasha R. Cassadine! RipTyde! Emerald Eve! Music By: Sean Anonymous & Friends!
Plus, all of your F1RST Wrestling favorites and so much more!

Follow F1RST Wrestling on social media for updates, and talent announcements: @f1rstwrestling

Our 2022 PRIDE T’s will also be available! All of the profits will be donated to our friends at OutFront MN.

TICKETS: https://first-avenue.com/event/2022-06-wrestlepalooza/

Pride Family Fun Day
2022-06-19 11:00 - 14:30 | Como Park East Pavilion, 1151 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55108, United States
Join us for a FREE Family Fun Day held annually in conjunction with Father’s Day to help celebrate LGBTQ+ families on this observed day!

Hot dogs, chips, beverages, and more. Fun and games for kids.
Buy your TCPride merchandise and yard signs too!
We hope to see your family there!
RAIN OR SHINE – COMO PARK EAST PAVILIONS

Thank You To Our Sponsors!

Pride Paddle #5
2022-06-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Interstate Park, 307 Milltown Rd, Taylor's Falls, MN, United States
PLEASE READ ALL THE WAY TO THE END…
This is an all inclusive, family friendly event geared towards all ages. Everyone is responsible for their own safety & parents are solely responsible for the safety of their children. That being said I’ve had many people join me on the water over the yrs including younger children & even adults that can’t swim, all have successfully survived the adventure & had a blast doing it. =) No kayaking experience necessary for this lil adventure, you just need a desire to have fun on the water.
We will be launching from Interstate Park & paddling to Osceola Landing. This is typically a 3 – 4 hr paddle/float.
For those wanting to carpool we will meet behind Newman’s Bar in N St Paul at 9am & depart promptly at 9:30.
http://www.neumannsbar.com/
Stragglers are on your own so set your alarms & be on time. We will arrive at Interstate Park at 10:30 & paddles wet at 11am. Note… There is a fee if you do not have a state park permit. Motorcycles are also welcome to join, Taylor’s Falls is a fun lil jaunt on 2 wheels.
For those needing to rent a kayak I highly recommend that you book in advance…
Canoe & Kayak Rentals

For those bringing your own kayak please post a comment & we can coordinate transport with others who have room, my trk is already fully loaded. I will have a vehicle at Osceola Landing to help transport people with their own boats back to Interstate Park. Masks are a necessity for sharing my shuttle!
Please bring a sandwich or snacks & plenty of water to stay hydrated. SMALL COOLERS ONLY. There are typically several awesome sand bars to stop & mingle, this totally depends on the water level tho. I DO NOT encourage bringing alcoholic beverages on the water, but I’m not your momma either. Please, please be responsible with your drinking as I do not want to do any water rescues.
Invite your friends, family, neighbors, & bring your pup along if they kayak with you as well. Let’s make some awesome memories together. =)
NOTE… I set the time as 9am – 4pm so you can plan from the time you leave the cities until you get back to the cities. We’re only on the water for about 4 hrs. 🌞

COMMUNITY EVENT DISCLAIMER: The Twin Cities Pride Event Calendar is provided as a community service. Though the calendar is moderated for posting acceptable community events, Twin Cities Pride does not endorse nor warranty the accuracy of the information included.

Avenue Queer by TCGMC
2022-06-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Ted Mann Concert Hall – UMN Campus, 2128 S 4th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, United States
Our June Pride Concert features the most celebrated musicals of all time, with special guest star Britney Coleman (currently performing in Broadway’s revival of Sondheim’s Company), woven together with puppets, stories, and dancing for a must-see live presentation! For tickets, visit tcgmc.org. More details in this Lavender article.

MNSOC Youth Pride
2022-06-18 13:00 - 18:00 | Como Park East Pavilion, 1151 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55108, United States
Minnesota School Outreach Coalition’s Youth Pride is an annual event for LGBTQ2IA+ school-aged people!

Be entertained by local youth talent SYM1, drag performers, and more!
Dance, dance, dance with local DJs!
Engage in outdoor active fun including inflatables!
And, enjoy free food, give aways, prizes, and connection to community partner organizations.

We are proud to be hosted again by Saint Paul Parks and Recreation at the Como Park Pavilions (1199 Midway Pkwy, St Paul, MN 55103). Thank you to our other major event sponsors Youth and AIDS Projects, Saint Paul Public Schools, Minneapolis Public Schools, Planned Parenthood, Queer Space Collective, Transforming Generations, MyHealth, and TIGERSS!
Guardians and adults 20+ may co-participate with school-aged participant. MNSOC events including Youth Pride, Queer Youth Prom, and Q-Quest are drug, alcohol, and tobacco free! Access questions? Contact mnschooloutreachcoalition@gmail.com.

Avenue Queer by Twin City Gay Men's Chorus
2022-06-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Ted Mann Concert Hall – UMN Campus, 2128 S 4th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, United States

Celebrating Pride at Can Can Wonderland
2022-06-17 11:00 - 21:00 | Can Can Wonderland, 755 Prior Ave N, St. Paul, MN, 55104, United States
All day entertainment for the younger audiences and all ages: drag queen story book hour, walking parade around the arcade, coloring activities, balloon art, and live performers. Design your own art square for the Can Can Pride Mosaic; a giant rainbow art piece created by community, karaoke with Silly Miss Tilly, and more.
SCHEDULE OF ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES:

11:00 am doors open
Grand reveal of the new color glaze on the iconic giant donut
Noon: “Parade Around the Arcade” — a walking parade with streamers, etc, provided
Hourly entertainment on stage and throughout the boardwalk and arcade
Pride Mosaic art project ongoing; all day
2:00 to 6:00 pm QUEERSPACE collective activation: giant photo frames and sticky notes
5:00 to 6:00 pm balloon art with Silly Miss Tilly
5:00 to 6:30 pm Rainbow Kids Circus performance by Queer Circus
6:00 pm Parade Around the Arcade led by Rainbow Kids Circus
7:00 – 9:00 pm karaoke with Silly Miss Tilly
9:00 pm conclusion of youth celebration
9:00pm to 1:00am — 21+

Brainerd Lakes Pride
2022-06-17 - 2022-06-20 | Minnestoa
Save the Date for 2022 Brainerd Lakes Pride Weekend!!
Dance party, family fun picnic, drag brunch and MORE!
We are also seeing volunteers, vendors and sponsors for the picnic so please contact us if you are interested in learning more.

Pride on TV Trivia at Burning Brothers Brewing
2022-06-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Burning Brothers Brewing, 1750 Thomas Ave W, St. Paul, MN, 55104, United States

Pride on TV Trivia at Venn Brewing
2022-06-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Minnestoa

Saint Paul Seniors Pride in the Park
2022-06-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Phalen Pavilion, 1600 Phalen Drive, St. Paul, MN, 55106, United States
Join us at the Phalen Pavilion on June 16th for Saint Paul Seniors Pride in the Park! Our first Pride event for LGBTQ+ seniors, family, and caregivers will take place from 5pm to 8pm. Enjoy dinner, a dance party, a variety show, and more! All are welcome to this free event. Need transportation? We have a limited number of rides available! Call 651-808-1901 to RSVP.

Paint & Build with Travis
2022-06-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Tower Games, 3920 Nicollet Avenue South #150, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Wondering where to start in the world of hobby painting? Questions on contrast paints, glues, brushes, or anything miniature related?
Bring by any mini that you’d like to work on (or ask us for one to practice on) and Travis will be around to teach techniques, answer questions, and provide moral support!
Funds for the evening go to The Aliveness Project just up the street from Tower Games.

Bob’s Choice: An LGBTQ+ Advocate's Death with Dignity Journey
2022-06-14 18:30 - 20:30 | First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, 900 Mt Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Join us at the First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis for a screening of “Bob’s Choice,” an independent documentary featuring Bob Fuller, an LGBTQ activist and founding member of the Seattle Men’s Chorus living with terminal cancer. In 2017, Bob opted to use Washington’s Death with Dignity law and invited filmmakers to document his final days as he celebrated a life well lived.
A panel, including Minnesota State Sen. Scott Dibble, Rev. Dr. David Breeden, senior minister at First Unitarian Society, and advocate Carrie Framsted whose wife, Monica, died without the option of a peaceful death, will discuss the End-of-Life Option Act and why this bill is important to Minnesotans. This event will be both in-person and live streamed.

Pride on TV Trivia at 10k Brewing
2022-06-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Minnestoa
Trivia Mafia is celebrating Pride Month with a trivia night dedicated to LGBTQ television all throughout June! We’re witnessing a golden age of diverse queer representation today, but it didn’t happen overnight. So in addition to highlighting today’s creators and characters, we’ll pay tribute to the trailblazers that paved the way.
So break out your Pride flag, pop up some popcorn, and get ready to binge-answer this slate of questions! Whether you fell in love with Willow and Tara in the ‘90s, were glued to the screen whenever someone shouted “Omar comin’!” in the 2000s, or spent the last decade saving the day with the Crystal Gems, we’ll have something for you to celebrate!

Trivia starts promptly on time, so make sure to get to your location a bit early and discuss which of your favorite show’s characters absolutely should’ve been written as queer were it not for cowardly showrunners.

Teams are limited to six — perfect for anyone who’s needed the assistance of a Fab Five!

All of our locations use the Trivia Mafia App for running theme nights, so bring a fully-charged phone or risk having to sashay away mid-game.

The same questions will run at all locations, so don’t be disappointed when you try to double dip and discover that we’re “Pose”-ing the same questions.

Use your noodle, not your Google. All cheaters will be asked to take Oscar’s seat next to Angela for the rest of the night.

The Living Undeterred Tour: A Mental Health Initiative
2022-06-13 14:00 - 16:00 | The Temple, 1190 W James Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55104, United States
Addressing the stigma surrounding mental health and substance use disorders in the LGBTQ+ community.

Chaska Pride Picnic
2022-06-12 15:00 - 18:00 | Chaska City Square Park, 300 N Chestnut St, Chaska, MN, 55318, United States
A family-friendly event celebrating and lifting up our community.
Celebrate Pride Month with food, fun, and friends! Enjoy the following activities:

Ice Cream Social with ice cream from Hegers Dairy
Food Truck
Live Music
Yard Games from The Block Party Wagon
Community Art Project
Face Painting
Tie Dye Station – bring your own item to dye
Gender and Sexuality Alliance Club T-shirt Sales

This free community event is supported by the Chaska Human Rights Commission and Chaska High School Gender and Sexuality Alliance Club.
