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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Thu, Aug 27
1 PM - 5 PM
Queermunity, Minneapolis
Walk-in help signing up for health insurance and navigating MNsure, every 2nd and 4th Thursday. Free to attend.
Monthly
Thu, Aug 27
5 PM - 7 PM
Silver Fern, Minneapolis
Join Tasting Thursday at Silver Fern for $5 wine tastings of three selected wines every Thursday. Staff guide you through tasting notes. Fee applies to BTG.

Thu, Aug 27
6 PM - 8 PM
LUSH Lounge & Theater, Minneapolis
Weekly trivia night at LUSH Lounge hosted by Trivia Mafia. Team competition, drink specials, and prizes in Minneapolis' queer nightlife hub.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 27
6 PM - 8 PM
Queermunity, Minneapolis
A queer open mic celebrating Twin Cities artists — sign-ups 5:30pm, show 6pm, fourth Thursdays. Presented by Loring Collective.
Monthly
Thu, Aug 27
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Roxy’s Cabaret, Minneapolis
Weekly Thursday drag bingo hosted by Nina DiAngelo and Monica West at Roxy's Cabaret. Free entry, $10 suggested donation supports local charities.
Weekly
Thu, Aug 27
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
LUSH Lounge & Theater, Minneapolis
PEEPHOLE! brings (Off) Broadway Bares to LUSH Aug 27 — burlesque takes on Broadway from 7:30pm in Minneapolis.
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