Part of the Gay Minneapolis Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Drop-in bootblack hours with Teddy at Umbra Arts, covering quick shines through general leather care. No appointment needed.
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Mon, Sep 7
7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly karaoke at The Saloon's main room with go-go dancers and high-energy dancing. Doors at 7pm, singing at 8pm. Hosted by Mia Dorr's Premier Entertainment.
Weekly
Mon, Sep 7
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Black Hart of Saint Paul, St. Paul
Weekly Monday trivia hosted by Trivia Mafia at Black Hart. Team competition, good vibes, and a mixed crowd of sports fans and queer regulars.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 8
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Roxy’s Cabaret, Minneapolis
Free weekly Tuesday bingo hosted by Nina DiAngelo and Monica West at Roxy's Cabaret. Drag entertainment, community, and charity in an intimate 125-seat theater.
WeeklyTue, Sep 8
8:30 PM - 11:59 PM
Black Hart of Saint Paul, St. Paul
Weekly gay karaoke at Black Hart of Saint Paul. Sing your favorites with queer karaoke fans in a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere every Tuesday night.
WeeklyWed, Sep 9
5 PM - 7 PM
Umbra Arts
Walk in Wednesdays with Teddy the bootblack at Umbra Arts in Minneapolis: drop-in leather gear care and shines, no appointment needed.
Wed, Sep 9
6 PM - 8:30 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Free bingo every Wednesday at The Saloon, Minneapolis's gay bar on Hennepin Ave. Play with Mother Pearl, win prizes, and hang with the community.
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