11/7/2024 -- Weekend Events Preview

TWIN CITIES WEEKEND PREVIEW — KEEPING YOU BUSY ✔

Today is November 7th

Here is what’s happening in the Twin Cities this weekend.

Twin Cities Con

What: Twin Cities Con is a celebration of pop culture featuring comics, toys, TV, film, art, cosplay, games, and more, with fandoms ranging from Batman to Star Wars and Doctor Who.

Who’s Behind It: Founded by Ben Penrod, creator of Awesome Con and other comic conventions, TCC is organized by dedicated fans.

Event Logistics

- When: November 8–10, 2024

- Friday: 12 pm–7 pm

- Saturday: 10 am–7 pm

- Sunday: 10 am–5 pm

- Where: Minneapolis Convention Center with some after-hours events at the Hyatt Regency.

- Tickets: Purchase tickets online or on-site. One day ticket passes start at $40. Kids’ tickets are $8 for the weekend.

- VIP Tickets: Include early access, priority autograph/photo lines, exclusive merch, and a VIP-only party.

Learn more at the official event website

International Film Fests 🎬

❯ Twin Cities German Film Festival: Experience the 3rd Annual Twin Cities German Film Festival, showcasing real-life stories from Germany through powerful films in German with English subtitles | The Main Cinema | 11/6 - 11/11 |$35+ | More Info

❯ Romanian Film Festival: Explore Romanian cinema and Eastern European identity at HORA’s annual film festival at The Main Cinema, with a special Minnesota-made documentary premiere on November 2 at The American Swedish Institute | The Main Cinema | 11/8 - 11/10 | Free | More Info

Holiday Markets 🎄

Yeah, yeah, yeah, I know Thanksgiving hasn’t even happened but holiday markets are in full swing. Here are some of our picks for this weekend.

❯ Holiday Farmers Market: Shop for seasonal produce, crafts, and sweet treats inside Bachman’s greenhouse | Bachman’s in Maplewood | 11/9 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Free | More Info

❯ Crystal Holiday Craft Show: Find one-of-a-kind gifts from local entrepreneurs featuring jewelry, art, body care products, and more | Crystal Community Center | 11/9 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Free | More Info

❯ Holly Jolly Market: Shop from over 30 eco-friendly vendors offering vintage and repurposed furniture, holiday décor, and more | Otsego | 11/8 - 11/10 | Free | More Info

❯ Holi-go Fabulous Mixer: Enjoy small bites, cocktail sampling, and holiday gift ideas at this mixer hosted by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine | Galleria | 11/9 | $15 | More Info

Music 🎙

❯ Happy Apple: New York CD Release | The Dakota | 11/8, 11/9 | $35+ | More Info

❯ Keith Sweat | Mystic Lake Casino Showroom | 11/8 | $59+ | More Info

❯ Mally: Album Release Show | Icehouse | 11/8 | $15+ | More Info

❯ Pretty Lights | The Armory | 11/8, 11/9, 11/10 | $65+ | More Info

❯ The Dickies and The Queers | Cabooze | 11/8 | $20-$25 | More Info

❯ Death From Above 1979: 20th Anniversary Tour | Fine Line | 11/8 | $33 | More Info

❯ Nelson Devereaux: Album Release Show | Berlin | 11/8 | $15 | More Info

❯ Minnesota Bluegrass and Old-Time Music Association Fall Jam | Crowne Plaza Minneapolis West Hotel | 11/8, 11/9 | $20+ | More Info

❯ Ana Gabriel: Un Deseo Mas Tour | Target Center | 11/9 | $64+ | More Info

❯ Godspeed You! Black Emperor & Alan Sparhawk | Palace Theatre | 11/9 | $35+ | More Info

❯ Ashley Cooke | Fine Line | 11/9 | $21+ | More Info

Sports 🏐

🏐 Gopher Volleyball vs #12 Oregon | Maturi Pavilion | 11/9 |  $34+| More Info

🏀 Gopher Women’s Basketball vs Vermont | Williams Arena | 11/8 | $10+ | More Info

🏀 Gopher Men’s Basketball vs Omaha | Williams Arena | 11/8 | $18+ | More Info

🏀 MN Timberwolves v. Portland Trailblazers | Target Center | 11/8 |  $15+| More Info

🏀 MN Timberwolves v. Miami Heat | Target Center | 11/10 |  $15+| More Info

Miscellaneous…Something for Everyone

❯ Art Attack: Art Attack returns to the Northrup King Building for a three-day celebration featuring four floors of art, live demos, interactive activities, and one-of-a-kind treasures, plus food trucks and holiday shopping opportunities. | Northrup King Building | 11/8 - 11/10 | More Info

❯ November Star Party Head to the Star Party for a night of cosmic exploration! Telescopes will be set up outside for deep space viewing while inside, enjoy hands-on activities and planetarium shows on "Reading the Night Sky" | Northrup King Building | 11/8 | Free | More Info

❯ A Christmas Carol: Celebrate 50 years of A Christmas Carol at the Guthrie Theater, where Scrooge’s journey from “Bah! Humbug!” to redemption unfolds through visits from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future | Gurthrie Theater | 11/9 - 12/29 | $29+ | More Info

❯ The Initials Game: Gather your friends for brews and brain-teasers at the Initials Game Live | Forgotten Star Brewery | 11/9 | Free | More Info

❯ Jessica Kirson | Fitzgerald Theater | 11/9 | $35+ | More Info

❯ Open Casket: Don't miss Open Casket at the Casket Arts Building, featuring 100+ local artists, live music, food trucks, and a Speakeasy bar with Prohibition-era cocktails | Multiple Locations | 11/8 - 11/10 | Free | More Info

Planning Ahead! Events coming up the next few weeks 📆

Here are some notable events to keep your eye on and add to your calendar.

❯ Sound Unseen Film and Music Festival | various theaters | 11/13 - 11/17 | More Info

❯ Back to the Future in Concert with the Minnesota Orchestra | 11/30 - 12/1 | More Info

❯ Uptown Holiday Market | 11/23 | More Info

❯ Metropolitan Ballet’s Nutcracker | 12/7 - 12/8 | More Info