First Avenue

Since 1970

First Avenue is more than just four walls, a soundboard, and a stage; it is the epicenter of live music and entertainment in Minneapolis. Having celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2020, First Avenue is one of the longest-running independently owned and operated clubs in the United States, as well as one of the most celebrated. San Francisco has the Fillmore. New York has the Bowery Ballroom. D.C. has the 9:30 Club, and Minneapolis has First Avenue & 7th St Entry.

First Avenue is a music club committed to fostering arts, music and entertainment excellence; it is, quite simply, what a music club should be.

Upcoming Shows


Apr
15
th
First Avenue
Apr
15
th
First Avenue

Nettspend

early life crisis
Apr
16
th
First Avenue
Apr
16
th
First Avenue
Apr
17
th
First Avenue
Apr
17
th
First Avenue

Ber

★ Local Show ★
with Anna Devine

Past Shows


Apr
11
th
2026
First Avenue
Apr
11
th
2026
First Avenue

DeVotchKa

Tribute to the music of 'Little Miss Sunshine'
with bathtub cig
Apr
10
th
2026
First Avenue
Apr
10
th
2026
First Avenue
Apr
9
th
2026
First Avenue
Apr
9
th
2026
First Avenue

THE MAINE

I LOVE YOU BUT... I CHOSE THE MAINE
with Grayscale, Nightly and Friday Pilots Club

Private Events

Have an event to remember at First Avenue, the Turf Club, Fine Line, or the Palace Theatre!

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Venue Tours

Go behind the scenes of Minneapolis’ historic nightclub!

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