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


Jan
23
rd
First Avenue
Jan
23
rd
First Avenue
Cancelled

Brigitte Calls Me Baby and JOSEPH

The Current's 21st Anniversary Celebration
with Colin Bracewell and DJ Jake Rudh
Jan
24
th
First Avenue
Jan
24
th
First Avenue

Umphrey's McGee

SKY'S THE LIMIT TOUR
Jan
30
th
First Avenue

Past Shows


Jan
17
th
2026
First Avenue
Jan
17
th
2026
First Avenue

First Avenue’s
Best New Bands of 2025

featuring ChutesGR3GLASALLEMaygen & The BirdwatcherMother SokiSallyforthSophie Hiroko

★ Local Show ★
Jan
16
th
2026
First Avenue
Jan
16
th
2026
First Avenue
postponed

RaveQuest ⏤ A Medieval Winter Ball

featuring BEJALVIN (DJ set) • Daisy HexMother3k (Anita Velveeta) • Starthirl

★ Local Show ★
Jan
10
th
2026
First Avenue
Jan
10
th
2026
First Avenue

Yam Haus

with LAAMAR

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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