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Friday, September 18, 2026
The Tank is The Saloon’s monthly kink event. Join us at 10pm for a puppy takeover of the tank and get a little frisky!! Bring your best gear and show off your pet-tastic self or just come say hi and meet your fellow pets and handlers. Be sure to stick around for a group photo by the fire bar at 11pm! The main door cover is $10 on Fridays. No additional cover for The Tank side of the bar. Dress Cod (via Minnesota Leather Pride.)
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Thu, Sep 10
8:30 PM - 11 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly open talent night at The Saloon gay bar in Minneapolis. Perform for a $100 prize every Thursday. Email interestedinwerk@gmail.com to get on the lineup.
WeeklyThu, Sep 10
11 PM - 2 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
DJ Larry Peace spins late every Thursday at The Saloon in downtown Minneapolis, 11pm-2am - late-night dancing after the Werk talent contest.
WeeklySat, Sep 12
8:30 PM - 10 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Saturday drag show at The Saloon on Hennepin Ave. Doors 6:30pm, showtime 8pm, plus DJ Larry Peace after. Minneapolis gay nightlife.
WeeklySat, Sep 12
10 PM - 1 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly gay dance night at The Saloon featuring go-go dancers, drag performers, and guest DJs. High-energy Saturday nights on Hennepin Avenue.
WeeklySun, Sep 13
9 PM - 12 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Sunday dance contest at The Saloon in downtown Minneapolis. Go-go dancers, high energy, and a gay crowd ready to celebrate on one of the city's best.
WeeklyMon, Sep 14
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.
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