Minneapolis July 2026 Events: Complete Guide
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Best Things to Do in Minneapolis: July 2026
🎭🎬Movies at The Commons: Hamilton
Wednesday, July 1 @ Dusk
The Commons, Minneapolis, MNOne of the most iconic musicals of a generation plays under the stars at The Commons. Bring a blanket and a bottle of wine. Free to attend.
🏇Canterbury Park Live Racing
Thursday, July 2 @ 5:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNLive thoroughbred horse racing at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. Grab a seat in the grandstand, place your bets, and enjoy a summer evening at the track.
🍔🎆Taste of Minnesota
Friday, July 3 – Saturday, July 4 @ Fri 4–10 PM, Sat 12–10 PM
Nicollet Mall & Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MNThe Twin Cities' favorite 4th of July food festival is back on Nicollet Mall. Over 40 food vendors, live music, and fireworks on the Mall.
🏇🎆Canterbury Park Live Racing: Independence Day Weekend
Friday, July 3 @ 1:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNKick off the 4th of July weekend with live racing at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. First post at 1:00 PM CT.
🎆🇺🇸Red, White & Boom!
Saturday, July 4 @ 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MNMinneapolis's signature 4th of July celebration along the river. Free fireworks, family activities, and a full day of summer fun on the parkway.
⚽🌍World Cup Street Fair 2026
Saturday, July 4 @ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Utepils Brewing, Minneapolis, MNA free outdoor street fair celebrating the 2026 World Cup at Utepils Brewing. Register online in advance for a free swag bag.
🏇🌭Canterbury Park Live Racing: 4th of July Celebration & Wiener Dog Races
Saturday, July 4 @ 5:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNLive racing plus the fan-favorite Wiener Dog Races at Canterbury Park's 4th of July celebration. One of the most fun afternoons at the track all summer. First post at 5:00 PM CT.
🎆✨Saint Paul Rotary 4th of July Fireworks
Saturday, July 4 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Cathedral Hill Park, St. Paul, MNSt. Paul's own 4th of July fireworks show at Cathedral Hill Park. Free to attend.
🏇🎪Canterbury Park Live Racing: Pepsi Family Day
Sunday, July 5 @ 1:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNA family-friendly Sunday at the track with Canterbury Park's Pepsi Family Day. A great way to close out the 4th of July weekend. First post at 1:00 PM CT.
🎸🎤Bob Dylan
Monday, July 6 @ 7:00 PM
Mystic Lake Amphitheatre, Shakopee, MNA living legend plays Mystic Lake. Bob Dylan in Minnesota is always a moment worth showing up for.
⚾Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians
Wednesday, July 8 @ 6:40 PM CDT
Target Field, Minneapolis, MN🎵🌿Ziggy Marley
Wednesday, July 8 @ 7:00 PM
The Fillmore, Minneapolis, MNGood vibes at The Fillmore. Ziggy Marley brings the reggae for a summer night in Minneapolis.
🏎️🎬Movies at The Commons: F1
Wednesday, July 8 @ Dusk
The Commons, Minneapolis, MNBrad Pitt's racing blockbuster hits the outdoor screen at The Commons. Free to attend.
⚾Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians
Thursday, July 9 @ 12:40 PM CDT
Target Field, Minneapolis, MN🏇Canterbury Park Live Racing
Thursday, July 9 @ 5:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNLive thoroughbred horse racing at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. Grab a seat in the grandstand, place your bets, and enjoy a summer evening at the track.
🎨🎶Meet at Mia: Summer Series (Brit Pop)
Thursday, July 9 @ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis, MNFree summer evening at Mia with a Brit Pop soundtrack. Art, drinks, and good company all night long.
🎷🕺The Groove
Thursday, July 9 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, Chanhassen, MNA live music evening at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. $20 admission.
🤠🐂Hamel Rodeo & Bull Ridin' Bonanza
Thursday, July 9 – Sunday, July 12 @ Various times
Corcoran Lions Park, Hamel, MNThe iconic Hamel Rodeo returns for four days of bull riding, barrel racing, and Western fun just outside the city.
🤠🎸Minnesota Country Club Festival
Friday, July 10 – Saturday, July 11 @ Various times
Harriet Island Regional Park, St. Paul, MNTwo days of country music on the riverfront at Harriet Island. One of the best outdoor festival setups in the Twin Cities.
🏃🍺5K Fun Run x Summit Brewing Co
Saturday, July 11 @ 9:00 AM
Summit Brewing Co, St. Paul, MNMorning 5K followed by cold Summit beers. The brewery run series continues. Tickets: $46.
🥐🛍️Bastille Day Market at Cafe Marguerite
Saturday, July 11 @ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cafe Marguerite, Minneapolis, MNA French-inspired morning market at Cafe Marguerite to kick off Bastille Day weekend. Free to attend.
🏇Canterbury Park Live Racing
Saturday, July 11 @ 5:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNLive thoroughbred horse racing at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. First post at 5:00 PM CT.
🎸🎤311 & Dirty Heads
Saturday, July 11 @ 5:30 PM
Mystic Lake Amphitheatre, Shakopee, MNTwo of the best bands in alternative and reggae rock share the Mystic Lake stage for one night.
💃🎶Minnesota Salsa Fiesta!
Saturday, July 11 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Mill City Museum, Minneapolis, MNA summer salsa dance party at Mill City Museum with live music and dancing all night. $35 in advance, $45 at the door.
🏃🍺5K Fun Run x Sociable Cider Werks
Sunday, July 12 @ 11:00 AM
Sociable Cider Werks, Minneapolis, MNRun it out, then reward yourself with cider at Sociable. Tickets: $46.
🏇Canterbury Park Live Racing: Extreme Race Day (Zebras, Camels & Ostriches)
Sunday, July 12 @ 1:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNOne of the wildest events of the summer: zebras, camels, and ostriches hit the track alongside the thoroughbreds. First post at 1:00 PM CT.
🎸🎤John Mellencamp
Tuesday, July 14 @ 8:00 PM
Mystic Lake Amphitheatre, Shakopee, MNAn American rock legend at Mystic Lake. Catch Mellencamp on a summer night under the open sky.
🏀Minnesota Lynx vs. Los Angeles Sparks
Wednesday, July 15 @ 12:00 PM CDT
Target Center, Minneapolis, MN🍹☀️Downtown Wednesdays Happy Hour
Wednesday, July 15 @ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MNOutdoor midweek happy hour along Nicollet Mall between 9th and 10th Street. Grab a drink and enjoy the summer evening. Free to attend.
🎪🎬Movies at The Commons: The Greatest Showman
Wednesday, July 15 @ Dusk
The Commons, Minneapolis, MNSing along to The Greatest Showman under the stars at The Commons. Free outdoor movie night.
🎨✨Meet at Mia: Summer Series (Cutting Edge)
Thursday, July 16 @ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis, MNThe summer series continues with a Cutting Edge theme. A free evening of art, music, and good energy at Mia.
🎨🌊Minnehaha Falls Art Fair
Friday, July 17 – Sunday, July 19 @ Fri 3–8 PM, Sat 10 AM–7 PM, Sun 10 AM–5 PM
Minnehaha Falls Park, Minneapolis, MNThree days of fine art and craft at one of Minneapolis's most beautiful parks. Free to attend.
⛵🎶Minnesota Yacht Club Festival
Friday, July 17 – Sunday, July 19 @ Various times
Harriet Island Regional Park, St. Paul, MNThree days of music and waterfront vibes at Harriet Island. One of the best outdoor festival setups on the St. Paul riverfront.
🎸🎬Movies at The Commons: Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
Friday, July 17 @ Dusk
The Commons, Minneapolis, MNBe excellent to each other and enjoy this classic under the stars. Free outdoor movie at The Commons.
🎤🔥Yeat
Friday, July 17 @ 7:00 PM
The Armory, Minneapolis, MNThe hyperpop trap star brings his chaotic, high-energy show to The Armory for one night only.
🃏✨Collect A Con
Saturday, July 18 @ 10:00 AM
Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MNA massive pop culture collectibles and trading card convention at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
🏮🌙Floating Lanterns & Night Market
Saturday, July 18 @ 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Lake Nokomis, Minneapolis, MNRelease floating lanterns at sunset, then dig into an Asian street food night market at Lake Nokomis. Tickets: $36.
🌍🤝Minneapolis Sister Cities Day
Sunday, July 19 @ 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Nicollet Island Pavilion, Minneapolis, MNA free celebration of Minneapolis's global sister city relationships at Nicollet Island Pavilion.
⛳🏆3M Open
Tuesday, July 21 – Sunday, July 26 @ All week
TPC Twin Cities, Blaine, MNThe PGA Tour's annual stop in Minnesota. Six days of professional golf at TPC Twin Cities.
🏇Canterbury Park Live Racing
Wednesday, July 22 @ 5:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNLive thoroughbred horse racing at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. Grab a seat in the grandstand, place your bets, and enjoy a summer evening at the track.
🥂✨Clicquot Cruise
Wednesday, July 22 @ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Westin Edina Galleria, Edina, MNA Veuve Clicquot evening at the Westin Edina. A very good excuse for a dressed-up date night. Tickets: $230.
🎸🌟5 Seconds of Summer
Wednesday, July 22 @ 8:00 PM
Mystic Lake Amphitheatre, Shakopee, MNThe Australian pop-rock band brings their Everyone's A Mess Tour to Mystic Lake for one night.
🎬🕵️Movies at The Commons: Mission Impossible
Wednesday, July 22 @ Dusk
The Commons, Minneapolis, MNTom Cruise's wild final Mission Impossible ride on the outdoor screen at The Commons. Free to attend.
🏇Canterbury Park Live Racing
Thursday, July 23 @ 5:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNLive thoroughbred horse racing at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. First post at 5:00 PM CT.
🎸🎶Mr. Brightside: The Ultimate Killers Experience
Friday, July 24 @ 7:30 PM
Allianz Field, St. Paul, MNThe Killers tribute band takes Allianz Field. If you know, you know.
🎨🌳Loring Park Art Festival
Saturday, July 25 – Sunday, July 26 @ Sat 10 AM–6 PM, Sun 10 AM–5 PM
Loring Park, Minneapolis, MNOne of Minneapolis's most beloved art festivals in the heart of Loring Park. Two days of fine art, jewelry, and ceramics. Free to attend.
🌴🥁Carifest
Saturday, July 25 @ 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
West River Road, North Minneapolis, MNA vibrant Caribbean cultural festival on the North Minneapolis riverfront. Food, music, dancing, and community all day. $20 in advance, $30 day-of.
🏇🏆Canterbury Park Live Racing: Hall of Fame Weekend
Saturday, July 25 @ 5:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNA special racing weekend celebrating Canterbury Park's Hall of Fame inductees. First post at 5:00 PM CT.
🎤🤠Megan Moroney
Saturday, July 25 @ 7:00 PM
Target Center, Minneapolis, MNCountry's hottest rising star headlines Target Center for one night. Get tickets before they're gone.
🎤✨Hilary Duff, La Roux & Jade LeMac
Saturday, July 25 @ 7:00 PM
Mystic Lake Amphitheatre, Shakopee, MNHilary Duff's Lucky Me Tour hits Mystic Lake with La Roux and Jade LeMac in support. Same night as Megan Moroney at Target Center, so pick your lane.
🎷🎶Northside Jazz Festival
Sunday, July 26 @ 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
West Broadway & West River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MNA free, all-day jazz festival celebrating North Minneapolis. Live music across multiple stages from 11 AM to 7 PM.
🏇🦄Canterbury Park Live Racing: Unicorn & Llama Races
Sunday, July 26 @ 1:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNThe fan-favorite novelty race day at Canterbury Park, complete with unicorn and llama races alongside the thoroughbreds. First post at 1:00 PM CT.
🎸🤘Avenged Sevenfold & Good Charlotte
Monday, July 27 @ 6:00 PM
Mystic Lake Amphitheatre, Shakopee, MNTwo iconic rock bands share the Mystic Lake stage for one massive night on the North American tour.
⚾Minnesota Twins vs. Kansas City Royals
Wednesday, July 29 @ 6:40 PM CDT
Target Field, Minneapolis, MN🎤🎵Olivia Dean
Wednesday, July 29 @ 8:00 PM
Target Center, Minneapolis, MNThe British soul-pop singer brings her warm, shimmering sound to Target Center to close out the month.
🤼🎬Movies at The Commons: Nacho Libre
Wednesday, July 29 @ Dusk
The Commons, Minneapolis, MNClose out July with the most chaotic, lovable movie in Jack Black's catalog. Free outdoor screening at The Commons.
⚾Minnesota Twins vs. Kansas City Royals
Thursday, July 30 @ 12:40 PM CDT
Target Field, Minneapolis, MN🏇Canterbury Park Live Racing
Thursday, July 30 @ 5:00 PM CT (First Post)
Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MNLive thoroughbred horse racing at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. A great way to wrap up the last week of July at the track.
🎨🌟Meet at Mia: Summer Series
Thursday, July 30 @ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis, MNThe final July edition of Mia's summer series. A free evening of art and music to close out the month right.
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July in Minneapolis: The Best Things to Do
The back half of July is where things really heat up, and the final weekend is legitimately one of the best weekends of Minneapolis summer 2026. On the 25th alone, you are choosing between Megan Moroney at Target Center and Hilary Duff at Mystic Lake at the exact same time, Canterbury Park has Hall of Fame Weekend live racing, Carifest brings a full day of Caribbean culture and music to the North Minneapolis riverfront, and the Loring Park Art Festival kicks off. The next day, the Northside Jazz Festival takes over West Broadway with free live music from 11 AM to 7 PM and Canterbury closes out the weekend with Unicorn and Llama Races. If you are searching for free things to do in Minneapolis in July 2026, that final weekend is genuinely stacked from Saturday morning straight through Sunday evening.
Across the whole month, the 3M Open brings PGA Tour golf to TPC Twin Cities for a full week, the Hamel Rodeo runs four days just outside the city, and Canterbury Park has live horse racing almost every weekend with some of the most fun special events of the season. The Minnesota Twins are home for 12 games at Target Field and the Lynx play five home games at Target Center, so there is always something on the schedule for sports fans looking for things to do in Minneapolis this July. Movies at The Commons runs free outdoor screenings every week and Meet at Mia does three free Thursday evening events through the month. Whether you are planning a date night in Minneapolis or just looking for fun things to do in the Twin Cities this weekend, bookmark this guide and lock in your plans early. July in Minneapolis goes fast, and tickets for the big shows sell out faster. Trust us.