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


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Dec
13
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postponed

The Suicide Commandos

Farewell Blowout Show

★ Local Show ★
with The Shackletons and VERY SPECIAL GUESTS
Dec
13
th
First Avenue
Dec
13
th
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The Big Wu

★ Local Show ★
with Kiss the Tiger
Dec
18
th
First Avenue
Dec
18
th
First Avenue

Flip Phone Superstar 2025 starring Jimbo

Search For Twin Cities’ Next Drag Superstar

★ Local Show ★
with Fantasia Royale Gaga, Kat Wilderness and Ken Doll

Past Shows


Dec
12
th
2025
First Avenue
Dec
12
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2025
First Avenue
Dec
11
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2025
First Avenue
Dec
11
th
2025
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Your Smith

the rub tour ‘25

★ Local Show ★
with Beemer
Dec
10
th
2025
First Avenue
Dec
10
th
2025
First Avenue

Cattle Decapitation

No Fear For Tomorrow Tour 2025
with Aborted, Frozen Soul and Tribal Gaze

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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