Classic Shakespeare and High-Energy Concerts Headline Friday Night in Minneapolis
Curated Theater and Stage Performances
Minneapolis is buzzing with theatrical energy this Friday, February 6, 2026. The highlight of the evening is the opening of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth at the Guthrie Theater’s Wurtele Thrust Stage. This timeless tragedy of ambition and power is set to run through late March, but tonight offers the first chance for local audiences to experience this new production. For those seeking something lighter, the Children’s Theatre Company is hosting a 7:00 p.m. performance of Go, Dog. Go! on the UnitedHealth Group Stage, an ideal outing for families. Additionally, the Dudley Riggs Theatre continues its comedy streak with The Holiday Hangover at 7:30 p.m., providing a satirical look at post-season blues.
Live Music and Unique Nightlife
The local music scene offers a diverse range of genres tonight. At Orchestra Hall, the Minnesota Orchestra joins forces with special guests for the Music of Pink Floyd at 8:00 p.m., featuring symphonic arrangements of classic rock anthems. If you prefer an intimate club setting, The Runarounds are scheduled to perform at First Avenue at 7:30 p.m., bringing their high-octane sound to the legendary mainroom. Meanwhile, the Cedar Cultural Center hosts the experimental Drone Not Drones, a unique 28-hour musical marathon that begins tonight at 7:00 p.m. For dance enthusiasts, The Fillmore is hosting a Club 90s Heated Rivalrave starting at 8:00 p.m., while the Varsity Theater celebrates Justin Bieber Night at 8:30 p.m.
Art Exhibitions and Gallery Openings
Art lovers have several gallery receptions to choose from this evening. Highpoint Center for Printmaking is hosting the opening reception for the 2025 McKnight Printmaking Fellowship Exhibition, showcasing the intricate works of local fellows. Over at Cruise gallery, the exhibition Unsettled by Xavier Tavera officially opens today, exploring complex themes of identity and landscape. Additionally, the Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) continues its featured exhibition, Built to Last: The Shogren-Meyer Collection of American Art, which is open during regular museum hours and highlights the country's industrial rise through mid-century paintings and photography.
Cinema and Community Meetups
If you are looking for a classic movie night, the Riverview Theater has a full slate for Friday. Their schedule includes afternoon screenings of Sentimental Value at 2:15 p.m. and 4:35 p.m., followed by the evening feature Marty Supreme at 7:00 p.m. and a late-night showing of Iron Lung at 9:45 p.m. For those looking to connect with others, the Friday Night Zen Meditation Group meets at 6:30 p.m. for a session of mindfulness, and the Twin Cities Board Games Group is holding a Midwinter Board Game Night at the same time for a casual evening of strategy and socializing.