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


Jul
10
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First Avenue
Jul
12
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First Avenue
Jul
12
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First Avenue
Jul
17
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First Avenue
Jul
17
th
First Avenue

3BallMTY

with DJ Cristian Baca

Past Shows


Jun
28
th
2025
First Avenue
Jun
28
th
2025
First Avenue

Flip Phone XXL ⏤ Pride Edition starring Anetra ( RuPaul’s Drag Race )

hosted by Domita Sanchez • featuring Sasha CassadineMercedes Iman DiamondTenderoniOnyaKat WildernessJaidynn Diore FierceJulia StarrIconicaLady Cummeal CassadineKen DollAranya

★ Local Show ★
Jun
27
th
2025
First Avenue
Jun
27
th
2025
First Avenue

DJ Keezy presents
The Klituation Pride Party

featuring BdotCrocXinaSophia ErisMaria IsaDJ ZoraJupiterTNALady CummealCoffēJasmine Spice • hosted by MICAMARYJANE

★ Local Show ★
Jun
26
th
2025
First Avenue
Jun
26
th
2025
First Avenue

OMD

with Walt Disco

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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