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


Sep
18
th
First Avenue
Sep
18
th
First Avenue

The Format

Second Show Added
with The Get Up Kids
Sep
19
th
First Avenue
Sep
19
th
First Avenue

The Format present
Saturdays In The Park

Free and open to the public
with The Get Up Kids
Sep
19
th
First Avenue
Sep
19
th
First Avenue

The Format

with The Get Up Kids

Past Shows


Sep
17
th
2026
First Avenue
Sep
17
th
2026
First Avenue

Chat Pile

Who Loves The Sun Tour
with Soul Glo and Prize Horse
Sep
14
th
2026
First Avenue
Sep
14
th
2026
First Avenue

Kamelot

Dark Asylum World Tour
with Visions of Atlantis and Frozen Crown
Sep
12
th
2026
First Avenue
Sep
12
th
2026
First Avenue

SUGAR

Love You Even Still 2026 World Tour
with J. Robbins (Jawbox)

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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