Part of the Gay Minneapolis Guide — bars, events & things to do.

Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Drop in on Teddy the bootblack for a leather-gear tune-up, from a quick shine to general leather TLC. No appointment needed.
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Fri, Sep 11
9 PM - 1 AM
LUSH Lounge & Theater, Minneapolis
Tank (Top) Dance Party at LUSH Lounge & Theater, Minneapolis: a 21+ no-cover queer dance night with go-go dancers and DJ Shannon Blowtorch.

Fri, Sep 11
9 PM - 11:59 PM
Black Hart of Saint Paul, St. Paul
Weekly Friday karaoke at Black Hart of Saint Paul. Sing with a mixed crowd of soccer fans and queer community members in a relaxed lounge setting.
Weekly
Fri, Sep 11
10 PM - 11:59 PM
Black Hart of Saint Paul, St. Paul
Monthly burlesque show at Black Hart of Saint Paul. Sensual performances the 2nd Friday with $8 cover. Queer community, glitter, and creativity.
Monthly
Sat, Sep 12
11 AM - 12 PM
Queermunity, Minneapolis
A yoga-based movement class set to music — breathwork, balance, and flow for all bodies. Bring a mat and water. Sliding scale $10-15.
Weekly
Sat, Sep 12
11:30 AM - 1 PM
LUSH Lounge & Theater, Minneapolis
Weekly drag brunch at LUSH Lounge & Theater in Minneapolis. Top local performers, $10 cover, doors at 11am Saturdays. 18+.
Weekly
Sat, Sep 12
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Queermunity, Minneapolis
A peer-to-peer, Spanish-language social support space for Latine LGBTQIA+ folks and loved ones, second Saturdays. Join in person or virtually.
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