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Minneapolis Entertainment News

In Minneapolis, entertainment news means live music, film and theater releases, touring performances and cultural festivals. Coverage explores both the artistic output and the business side of local venues.

Garth Brooks to Play Target Center in December

Garth Brooks to Play Target Center in December

Two Minneapolis concerts are set for December 11 and 12, 2026, with tickets priced at $155 and no VIP tiers.

Live Poll

Would you buy a ticket to a Garth Brooks show at $155?


Television

Live Poll

Do you find that high-tech studio upgrades improve your local news viewing experience?

Television

WCCO-TV Launched New AR/VR News Studio

The Minneapolis station completed its transition to immersive news technology.

WCCO-TV Launched New AR/VR News Studio

Music

Folk

Orville Peck Covers Gram Parsons in Minneapolis

Peck performed Parsons' "Ooh Las Vegas" with Minneapolis duo The Cactus Blossoms during a tour stop at The Armory.


Other

Casino

KFAN Power Trip Celebrates 25 Years

The Twin Cities morning show marked its anniversary with a free three-hour event at Treasure Island Casino.

KFAN Power Trip Celebrates 25 Years

Arts and Theater

Live Poll

Should design exhibitions prioritize moral and environmental themes over traditional functional beauty?

Fine Art

Walker Art Center Opens New Design Triennial

The exhibition Beyond Materialism explores the evolution of design through works from 26 international creators.

Walker Art Center Opens New Design Triennial

Film

Documentary

Patrice O'Neill Debuts Minnesota Neighbors Documentary

The new film documenting community and immigrant experiences premieres tonight at the Riverview Theater in Minneapolis.

Patrice O'Neill Debuts Minnesota Neighbors Documentary

Regular subjects here include venue schedules, large-scale event logistics, production openings and local cultural trends. Reporting covers the city and the metropolitan area. The proximity of major outdoor stages and indoor theaters dictates how the entertainment calendar flows across different seasons. Ticket demand, production costs and venue capacity are the primary factors that influence the scale and success of events.