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

Thursday, September 10, 2026
DJ Larry Peace takes over the booth at The Saloon every Thursday night, spinning from 11pm until close at 2am once the Werk talent contest wraps. Late-night dancing in the heart of downtown Minneapolis.
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Fri, Sep 4
10 PM - 3 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Monthly Latin Night at The Saloon gay bar in Minneapolis. Dance to DJ K-Yes spinning Latin rhythms every Friday on the main dance floor.
Monthly
Sat, Sep 5
1 PM - 4 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
NSKC Public Mosh at The Saloon in Minneapolis: North Star Kennel Club's open pup play mosh, free to members and welcoming to all.

Sat, Sep 5
8:30 PM - 10 PM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Saturday drag show at The Saloon with rotating performers and DJ Larry Peace. High-energy entertainment at Minneapolis's gay bar.
Weekly
Sat, Sep 5
10 PM - 1 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Saturday night dance party at The Saloon gay bar in Minneapolis. High-energy showcase on the main floor—connect and celebrate with the local LGBTQ+ community.
Weekly
Sun, Sep 6
9 PM - 12 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
Weekly Sunday night competition at The Saloon, a gay bar in Minneapolis since 1977. High-energy entertainment and community gathering.
Weekly
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.
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