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

Saturday, September 26, 2026
Hot Pink is The Saloon's Saturday-night drag show in downtown Minneapolis, followed by guest DJs on the dance floor.
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Sun, Sep 20
9 PM - 12 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Sunday Shower Contest at The Saloon in downtown Minneapolis, MN — the Hennepin Ave gay bar's signature late-night competition.
Weekly
Mon, Sep 21
7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Monday karaoke at The Saloon in downtown Minneapolis, MN — the longtime Hennepin Ave gay bar's mic-night on the schedule.
Weekly
Wed, Sep 23
6 PM - 8:30 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Wednesday Bango (bingo) at The Saloon in downtown Minneapolis, MN — midweek game night at the Hennepin Ave gay bar.
Weekly
Thu, Sep 24
8:30 PM - 11 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Werk, the weekly Thursday talent contest at The Saloon in downtown Minneapolis, MN — competition night at the Hennepin Ave gay bar.
Weekly
Thu, Sep 24
11 PM - 2 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
DJ Larry Peace spins late every Thursday night at The Saloon in downtown Minneapolis, MN — the Hennepin Ave gay bar's dance set.
Weekly
Fri, Sep 25
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Booked, the fourth-Friday drag showcase at The Saloon in downtown Minneapolis, MN — monthly ensemble drag night at the Hennepin Ave gay bar.
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