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


Jun
19
th
First Avenue
Jun
19
th
First Avenue

Ole 60

Smokestack Town Tour
with Phil Kane
Jun
20
th
First Avenue
Jun
20
th
First Avenue

Ole 60

Smokestack Town Tour
with Phil Kane
Jun
21
st
First Avenue
Jun
21
st
First Avenue

F1RST Wrestling presents WREMIX

music from Sean Anonymous • burlesque from Sweetpea – The Energizer Hunny • drag from Lala Luzious – The Snack Of The Cities

★ Local Show ★

Past Shows


Jun
14
th
2026
First Avenue
Jun
14
th
2026
First Avenue

Del Amitri

with Little Fevers
Jun
13
th
2026
First Avenue
Jun
13
th
2026
First Avenue

The Wallflowers

Performing ‘Bringing Down the Horse’ in its entirety along with Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers’ ‘Long After Dark’ album
with Silverada
Jun
12
th
2026
First Avenue
Jun
12
th
2026
First Avenue

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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