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


Dec
27
th
First Avenue
Dec
27
th
First Avenue

Soul Asylum

★ Local Show ★
with Tommy Stinson
Dec
28
th
First Avenue
Dec
28
th
First Avenue
Cancelled

KOO KOO ⏤ Silly Shindig

with Peelander ZMega RanSuperfun Yeah Yeah RocketshipLouis & Dan and the Invisible BandDerry & The Dirty Dishes

★ Local Show ★
Dec
31
st
First Avenue
Dec
31
st
First Avenue

A Totally Rad New Year’s Eve

★ Local Show ★
with DJ Jake Rudh

Past Shows


Dec
20
th
2025
First Avenue
Dec
20
th
2025
First Avenue

JD McPHERSON

SOCKS: A ROCK N ROLL CHRISTMAS TOUR
with Melissa Carper
Dec
19
th
2025
First Avenue
Dec
19
th
2025
First Avenue

Viva Knievel

Sleigh Ball – A Holiday Spectacular
Dec
18
th
2025
First Avenue
Dec
18
th
2025
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

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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