Things to do this week in downtown Minneapolis

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 22

*Chicago-based rapper Noname is on tour in support of her latest album, Sundial, and recently played her second NPR Tiny Desk concert. Photo courtesy of First Avenue.*

Noname at Fine Line with STOUT. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $32.50-$50.

‍The Ike Reilly Assassination’s 20th Thanksgiving Eve Show at First Avenue with The Shackletons and The Belfast Cowboys. Show at 7:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $25.

‍Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Philadelphia 76ers at Target Center at 7 p.m. All ages, $28+.

‍Rogue Valley and Sophia Shorai Trio at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $20-$25.

‍Boy Golden at 7th Street Entry with Molly Brandt. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $15.

‍Tommy Ryman at Acme Comedy Club. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20-$35.

‍Shannon Curfman at Bunkers from 9:30-11 p.m. $12 cover.

‍AU5 at The Loft with Dimibo. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, $20.

‍Sota Cota’s Danksgiving at the Pourhouse at 10 p.m. Ages 21+. $10.

WEEKLY:

Dylan Salfer at Bunkers. Show at 11 p.m. $12 cover.

RECURRING:

‍A Christmas Carol at Guthrie Theater. Show at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up, $34+.

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THURSDAY, NOV. 23 (THANKSGIVING)

*Turkey Day 5K is a family-friendly race for all ages and paces, including babies in strollers. Photo courtesy of Twin Cities in Motion.*

Dick's Sporting Goods Turkey Day 5K, benefiting Open Arms of Minnesota. Race starts at 8 a.m. at Fourth Street and Hennepin Avenue. All ages, $59-$60 for adults and free for kids.

‍Thanksgiving at Mara, featuring a three-course meal inspired by the Mediterranean. Seatings begin at 11 a.m. $145/person.

‍Thanksgiving Dinner at Hewing Hotel from 2-8 p.m. All ages, $65/person.

‍Thanksgiving with Jearlyn and Fred Steele at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $25-$35.

WEEKLY:

All that Drag at Roxy’s Cabaret starring Nina DiAngelo, BeBe Zahara Benet (RuPaul’s Drag Race) and Monica West. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 21+; $10.

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FRIDAY, NOV. 24

*Nicollet Mall will be aglow for Holidays on Nicollet through early January. Photo courtesy of Minneapolis Downtown Council.*

Four pop-up shops, featuring about 70 vendors, debut at 50 South 6th Street, City Center, IDS Center and U.S. Bancorp Center as part of Holidays on Nicollet. They’re open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Jan. 5.

Plus, sales of this year's limited-edition Santa Bear launch at The Dayton's Project when its Winter Makers Market opens at 10 a.m.

Day Block Brewing Co. and StormKing Brewpub and BBQ participate in MN Pint Day, organized by the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild, along with more than 50 other breweries across the state.

‍Atmosphere at First Avenue with HEBL and NOFUN! Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $39.

‍Festival of the Trees with Sip’N Bloom at North Loop Galley from 4-8 p.m. Tutorial starts at 6:30 p.m. $15+.

‍Hip Hop Nutcracker at State Theatre at 7 p.m. All ages, $49.50+.

Minnesota State High School League Football Prep Bowl at U.S. Bank Stadium at 10 a.m. All ages, $10-$16.

‍God Johnson’s 20th Reunion and benefit for the families of Jimmy Rogers and Royce Rock at Fine Line with Pleasure Pause and Geoffrey Fischbein. Show at 7 p.m. Ages 18+, $35-$45.

‍Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Sacramento Kings (in-season tournament) at Target Center at 7 p.m. All ages, $27+.

‍Tommy Ryman at Acme Comedy Club. Shows at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $25-$40.

‍Pardyalone at 7th Street Entry with Jon Wiilde. Show at 7 p.m. All ages, $15-$17.

‍Sullivan King at the Armory at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $40+.

Nachito Herrera and Ginger Commodore at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $40-$50.

‍The ‘70s Magic Sunshine Band at Bunkers at 9:30 p.m. $10 cover.

‍Worldwide Chaos at Skyway Theatre. Show at 8:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $10.

‍Decimate x Bossmode at The Loft. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, free with RSVP/$10.

‍Anklepants at the Pourhouse with Betafuse, Xavier LeBlanc and Toffler. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 21+, $20.

WEEKLY:

Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at 8 p.m. $15.

‍Lakes & Legends Music Series from 7-9 p.m. All ages; free.

RECURRING:

‍A Christmas Carol at Guthrie Theater. Shows at 1 p.m. at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up, $54+.

All I Want for Christmas Is You... To Elf Off at Dudley Riggs Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Not recommended for kids under 14, $45.

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SATURDAY, NOV. 25

*The Minnesota Orchestra performs composer John Williams' score from "Home Alone" at Orchestra Hall on Saturday and Sunday. Photo courtesy of 20th Century Studios.*

‍Home Alone in Concert at Orchestra Hall. Shows at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ages 6+, $75+.

Minnesota State High School League Football Prep Bowl at U.S. Bank Stadium at 10 a.m. All ages, $10-$16.

Flip Phone Events presents Lady Gaga Drag Brunch at Union Rooftop. Shows at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. All ages, $18, plus entree.

‍Festival of the Trees with Sip’N Bloom at North Loop Galley from 12-7 p.m. Tutorial starts at 2 p.m. $15+.

‍Friendsgiving Festival at Day Block Brewing Co. from 4-10 p.m. $10-$15.

‍Jack & Lazarus with special guests at Day Block Brewing Co. Show at 8 p.m. $10.

‍Kathleen Johnson presents Classic Aretha at the Dakota. Show at 7 p.m. $25-$30.

‍Tommy Ryman at Acme Comedy Club. Shows at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Ages 18+, $25-$40.

‍Night Moves at First Avenue with Solid Gold and Ivers. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $20-$25.

‍Scalise at the Pourhouse. Show at 7 p.m. $10 cover.

‍The Magnolias at 7th Street Entry with North of Grand and Blow The FM Radio. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, $15.

‍Megan Hamilton and The Sponges at Fine Line with MNTRA. Show at 9 p.m. Ages 18+, $20-$20.

‍Small Business Saturday Artist & Writer Mart at Open Book from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All ages, free.

‍Shoeless Revolution at Bunkers at 9:30 p.m. $10 cover.

‍Mr. Minnesota’s Ladies Night at the Pourhouse at 10 p.m.

‍TroyBoi at Skyway Theatre. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $30-$35.

WEEKLY:

Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue, every Saturday and Sunday through December (except federal holidays) from 9 a.m. until noon. All ages, free.

‍A Handmade Holiday Market at Lakes & Legends Brewing Co., every weekend through Dec. 17 from 12-5 p.m. All ages, free.

Nina DiAngelo, Monica West and BeBe Zahara Benet (RuPaul’s Drag Race) star in flamBOYance at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at 8 p.m. $15.

RECURRING:

‍A Christmas Carol at Guthrie Theater. Shows at 1 p.m. at 7:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 8 and up, $54+.

All I Want for Christmas Is You... To Elf Off at Dudley Riggs Theatre. Shows at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Not recommended for kids under 14, $40-$45.

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SUNDAY, NOV. 26

*Sing along in your best Julie Andrews voice to "The Sound of Music" classics during drag brunch at Crave. Photo courtesy of 20th Century Fox.*

Flip Phone Events presents Sound of Music Sing Along Drag Brunch at Crave. Shows at 10 a.m.,12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. All ages, $17, plus entree.

‍Festival of the Trees with Sip’N Bloom at North Loop Galley from 12-7 p.m. Tutorial starts at 2 p.m. $15+.

‍Home Alone in Concert at Orchestra Hall. Show at 2 p.m. Ages 6+, $59+.

‍Mother Banjo Band at the Dakota at 7 p.m. $15-$25.‍

Carpool Tunnel and Chase Petra at 7th Street Entry with Similar Kind and Greentop. Show at 8 p.m. Ages 18+, $18-$20.

‍For King + Country bring their “A Drummer Boy Christmas Tour” to Target Center. Show at 7 p.m. All ages, $25-$250.

WEEKLY:

Minneapolis Farmers Market on Lyndale Avenue, every Saturday and Sunday through December (except on federal holidays) from 9 a.m. until noon. All ages; free.

‍Sunday Steam with Paige LaBreche at Hewing Hotel from 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 21+, $65.

‍A Handmade Holiday Market at Lakes & Legends Brewing Co., every weekend through Dec. 17 from 12-5 p.m. All ages, free.

‍Beauty & Bubbles drag brunch at Roxy’s Cabaret. Show at noon. $15.

‍Dr. Mambo’s Combo at Bunkers. Show at 9:30 p.m. $10 cover.