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

Friday, July 17, 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.)
Have feedback on this description? Let us knowDrag brunches, circuit nights & every party worth knowing in Minneapolis — in your inbox every week.

Mon, Jul 27
7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly karaoke every Monday at The Saloon gay bar in Minneapolis. Doors at 7pm, singing at 8pm. Hosted by Mia Dorr's Premier Entertainment.
Weekly
Tue, Jul 28
10 PM - 12 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Saturday drag show at The Saloon with rotating performers and DJ Larry Peace. High-energy entertainment and dancing in Minneapolis.
Weekly
Wed, Jul 29
6 PM - 8 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Free weekly game night hosted by Mother Pearl at The Saloon gay bar in Minneapolis. Play, win prizes, and hang with the community every Wednesday.
Weekly
Thu, Jul 30
8 PM - 10 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Thursday open stage at The Saloon in Minneapolis. Local queer performers compete for $100. Doors 7pm, show 8pm. Email to perform.
WeeklyLet people know you're going, see who else is attending, and share the event with friends.

The complete LGBTQ+ guide to Minneapolis & St. Paul — bars, Pride festival, neighborhoods, events, and everything you need to plan your trip.

The North Star gay rodeo, a Taylor Swift Eras drag brunch, and Cruel Intentions the musical at LUSH — plus the week's queer pop-culture briefing.

Bottomless mimosas, themed rooftop shows and a $10 seat in Northeast — here's where to find drag brunch in Minneapolis and St. Paul, and how to book the good ones.
