Twin Cities Pride

Monday Night Queer Skate
2024-06-03 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | 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!

June Twin Cities Pride Board Meeting
2024-06-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Twin Cities Pride Office, 1618 Harmon Place, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
June Public Twin Cities Pride Board Meeting.
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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.

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.

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.

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!

Burnsville Pride
2024-06-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Vista View Park, 1501 Circle Lane, Burnsville, MN, 55337, United States
Welcome to Burnsville – where You Belong Here! Please join us for the 4th Annual Burnsville Pride event! Our event this year will feature a Color Run, Zumba demos, foam pit, DJ…and more. All are welcome!

Blaisdell YMCA Kick Off to Pride Open House
2024-06-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Blaisdell YMCA, 3335 Blaisdell Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55408, United States
The Blaisdell YMCA is hosting a Kick off the Pride Open House on Saturday June 1st from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Free event and open to the public. Come and experience themed Group Exercise Classes, Wellbeing Services, and Community Information Tables.
Blaisdell YMCA: 3335 Blaisdell Ave, Minneapolis MN 55408

East Central Minnesota Pride
2024-06-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Robinson Park, 200 5th Street SE, Pine City, MN, 55063, United States
19th Annual East Central Minnesota Pride, The First Rural Pride.
Noon – 5 p.m., Robinson Park, 200 5th St. SE, Pine City, MN 55063
More info at www.EastCentralMinnesotaPride.org

ICONIC: Drag Brunch for Telling Queer History
2024-06-01 10:00 - 12:00 | MN
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

Cheers to Pride
2024-06-01 - 2024-06-02 | MN
Join us on June 1st for “Cheers to Pride,” the official kick-off event for Pride month! It’s time to gather your friends and family, spread love and acceptance, and raise a glass to the start of Pride month. Our participating locations are ready to welcome you with open arms, delicious drinks, and a vibrant atmosphere.
As you sip on your favorite beverages, you’ll also be making a meaningful contribution to a great cause. Each participating location has generously pledged to donate a portion of your purchase to Rainbow Circle, our dedicated year-round community programming initiative. Rainbow Circle is committed to promoting inclusivity, providing support, and organizing events that celebrate diversity throughout the year.
So, mark your calendars, bring your energy, and let’s make a toast to love, acceptance, and the incredible journey of Pride month. Together, we can make a positive impact on our community and ensure that Rainbow Circle continues its vital work.
For a list of participating locations check here: https://tcpride.org/cheers-to-pride/

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.

Artist Reception & Panel
2024-05-28 17:30 - 20:30 | Urban Growler Brewery, 2325 Endicott St, St. Paul, MN, 55114, United States
Join us at Urban Growler on May 28th from 5:30pm-8:00pm for a special evening celebrating art and community!
Meet our talented artists-in-residence and hear them discuss their experiences as queer artists in the Twin Cities. They’ll be selling their incredible art, and you’ll get a sneak peek at their 2024 Pride theme creations.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with local artists and support the LGBTQ+ art community!

Black Diamonds Drag Brunch
2024-05-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Lush Lounge and Theater, 990 NE Central Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55413, United States
Mr & Miss Twin Cities Black Pride Presents: Black Diamonds Review. Join us and enjoy a soulful afternoon of drag with performances from GENEVA RICHARDS, TRU GENT, CHA CHI CASSADINE, ANDRE 1000, ASHLEY BROWN, DEJA LOVE, and your host, LALA LUZIOUS. Show tickets are $15 with a minimum purchase of $20. Theater doors open at 2pm, show starts at 2:30pm.

The Magic of Motown @ LUSH
2024-05-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Lush Lounge and Theater, 990 NE Central Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55413, United States
Join us for a sensational evening of Motown magic at Lush Lounge and Theater on May 24th, 2024, presented by B and M Entertainment LLC! Immerse yourself in the soulful sounds of Motown as our talented performers take the stage for a dazzling drag show extravaganza. Get ready to groove to the iconic tunes that defined a generation, reimagined with a fabulous twist. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of music, glamour, and non-stop entertainment!

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.

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).

Pride of McLeod County
2024-05-09 - 2024-06-23 | MN
Pride of McLeod County Pride Picnic
Rotary Park 770 School Road Hutchinson MN 55350
Saturday June 22nd 10am to 5pm
Will be held rain or shine! We are praying for shine!
This is a family event. Kid friendly
Potluck event (trying to get a food truck too).
Bring you own beverages.
Bring lawn chairs.
Park bathrooms
We have access to a volleyball court.
There is a softball field.
There is a Basketball court
A very nice kids playground
There will be Ladder Toss and Bocce ball

May Twin Cities Pride Board Meeting
2024-05-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Twin Cities Pride Office, 1618 Harmon Place, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
May Public Twin Cities Pride Board Meeting.
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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.

Glennda and Friends: Queer Videos from the '90s at the Walker Art Center
2024-05-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Walker Art Center, 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
In 1990s Manhattan, a dynamic drag queen duo, Brenda Sexual and Glennda Orgasm, produced and cohosted a popular underground public access cable series The Brenda and Glennda Show. Taking drag out of the nightclubs and into the streets, their show boldly mixed political activism with humor, art, and visibility. In 1993, the show became Glennda and Friends, hosted by Glenn Belverio, who expanded the “post-queer” talk show format to feature provocative costars such as queer filmmaker Bruce LaBruce, transgressive author Bruce Benderson, performance artist Vaginal Davis, and guerrilla scholar Camille Paglia. Both shows chronicled the radical queer and drag scenes and activism that grew out of the first years of the AIDS pandemic, creating an inspiring and iconoclastic archive for today. 1991–1994, US, digital, 72 min.
A Q&A with Glenn Belverio and Jon Davies follows the screening.
The program includes the following episodes:
Seize Control of the Taj Mahal, 1991, US, digital, 14 min.
On the Campaign Trail with Joan Jett Blakk, 1992, US, digital, 29 min.
Glennda and Bruce Do Times Square, 1994, US, digital, 29 min.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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!

Minnesota Pride Rotary Club 3rd Annual Drag Brunch
2024-04-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Granada Theater, 3022 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55408, United States
Join us for the 3rd Annual Drag Brunch extravaganza! This event supports the LGBTQAI+ Community and is being held at the Granada Theater in Uptown Minneapolis.
The Minnesota Pride Rotary Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping the youth and young adults who are homeless or in need of assistance. According to the Amherst Wilder Foundation Homeless Study in Minnesota, 23% of homeless people identify as LGBTQ+. Our goal is to reduce that statistic!
This year’s event is bigger and better. Four Queens and a King will sashay down the runway for your entertainment, and there will be a fabulous brunch for all table seatings. In addition, there will be a silent auction, wine pull, and 50/50 raffle to support our mission.
If you cannot attend, please consider being a sponsor or purchasing and donating a $50 seat for a community member who cannot afford to attend. To learn more about sponsorships, please email mnpriderotaryclub@gmail.com.

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