Varsity Theater

Name: Varsity Theater
Address: 1304 4th Street SE, Minneapolis, MN, 55414, US
Telephone: (612) 217-7701
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

Voted "Best Concert Venue" 2012 by City Pages. For more information, head to our website at VarsityTheater.org
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The crown jewel of Minneapolis' thriving Dinkytown district, the Varsity Theater is one of the most exciting performance and private event venues in the Midwest. Within its art deco confines in the shadow of the University of Minnesota, and while presenting its share of live theatre, film screenings, and dance performances, The Varsity has garnered an internationally-renown reputation for being on

e of the premiere music venues in the country; hosting such diverse and defining artists as Mumford and Sons, Feist, Brandi Carlile, Saul Williams, Phoenix, Janelle Monaé, Shellac, Jay Farrar and Ben Gibbard, Sia, Thurston Moore, Regina Spektor, The Hood Internet, Bob Mould, The Civil Wars, Ghostface Killah, Jamie Lidell, Low, and the late Amy Winehouse to name just a few. Additionally, The Varsity (in partnership with its sister venue The Loring Pasta Bar) has become one of the most sought-after private event venues in the region. Hosting everything from dazzling weddings to glamorous galas and thrilling corporate events and everything in between.

11/13/2024

You won't want to miss this🔥 Secure your presale tickets RIGHT NOW using code: BEATS.

Tickets available at livenation.com

11/12/2024

It's show time! We're so excited to party with you!

🎟️ Tickets still available: https://livemu.sc/3Nya69e or at the box office.
⚡ Fast Lane ➡️ https://livemu.sc/3ZaMNqx
📸 Tag us in your memories!
🅿️ PARKING ALERT: Plan ahead for parking as construction is currently taking place in Dinkytown.
Box Office is open two hours prior to doors.

⏰ Times are approximate

🎒 You're welcome to bring bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” into the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

📱 Your phone is your ticket! Please download your tickets to your phone using the Live Nation app before arriving to the venue.

💳 We are cashless! All concession, bar and ticket sales, once in the venue, will accept credit or debit cards and/or mobile pay. Cashless payments are encouraged for ticket purchases at the box office. Cash to card conversions will be available for your convenience inside the venue, dollar for dollar, without any service fees.

🍕$1 OFF a slice of pizza at Mesa Pizza when you show your ticket in the app!

🎤 For more information and venue policies, visit https://livemu.sc/3XoGGhK.

We look forward to seeing you! 😎 Remember to tag us and share your favorite moments of the night!

11/12/2024

JUST ANNOUNCED!

Armor For Sleep's What To Do When You Are Dead 2oth Anniversary Tour with Boys Night Out and is coming to Varsity Theater on Sunday, March 16. Unlock the presale TOMORROW at 10am using code: BEATS. General on-sale begins Friday at 10am.

More Info: https://livemu.sc/3CqSMRF

11/12/2024

JUST ANNOUNCED!

Anberlin's Never Take Friendship Personal 20th Anniversary Tour is coming to the Varsity Theater on March 25 with support from Copeland and Madina Lake. Unlock the presale TOMORROW using code: BEATS. General on-sale begins Friday at 10am.

More Info: https://livemu.sc/4eueiCh

11/12/2024

JUST ANNOUNCED!

is bringing the Last Sip of Summer Tour to Varsity Theater on April 3rd. Unlock the presale TOMORROW (11/13) at 10am using code: BEATS. General on-sale begins Friday at 10am.

MORE INFO: https://livemu.sc/4fzUPRO

11/11/2024

JUST ANNOUNCED!

BAYNK is bringing the Senescence Tour to Varsity Theater on Saturday, February 8th. Unlock the presale Wednesday 11/13 using CODE: BEATS. General on-sale begins Friday 11/15 at 10am.

More Info: https://livemu.sc/3YvQUy8

11/08/2024

CALLING ALL STUDENTS🚨

Electric Feels: The Indie Rock Dance Party will be offering $10 all-in tickets at the door with a valid student ID. You won't want to miss this one!

11/07/2024

Unlock the presale NOW using code: BEATS!

More info: https://livemu.sc/4eh8FY5

11/06/2024

JUST ANNOUNCED!

Catch Your Breath's The Broken Souls Tour is coming to the Varsity Theater on March 5. Unlock the presale TOMORROW at 10am using code: BEATS. General on-sale begins Friday at 10am.

MORE INFO: https://livemu.sc/4eh8FY5

11/05/2024

Joining us this week?

🎟️ Tickets still available: https://livemu.sc/3Nya69e or at the box office.
⚡ Fast Lane ➡️ https://livemu.sc/3ZaMNqx
📸 Tag us in your memories!
🅿️ PARKING ALERT: Plan ahead for parking as construction is currently taking place in Dinkytown.
Box Office is open two hours prior to doors.

⏰ Times are approximate

🎒 You're welcome to bring bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” into the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

📱 Your phone is your ticket! Please download your tickets to your phone using the Live Nation app before arriving to the venue.

💳 We are cashless! All concession, bar and ticket sales, once in the venue, will accept credit or debit cards and/or mobile pay. Cashless payments are encouraged for ticket purchases at the box office. Cash to card conversions will be available for your convenience inside the venue, dollar for dollar, without any service fees.

🍕$1 OFF a slice of pizza at Mesa Pizza when you show your ticket in the app!

🎤 For more information and venue policies, visit https://livemu.sc/3XoGGhK.

We look forward to seeing you! 😎 Remember to tag us and share your favorite moments of the night!

11/01/2024

Joining us for a show this weekend? Here's all you need to know:

🎟️ Tickets still available: https://livemu.sc/3Nya69e or at the box office.
⚡ Fast Lane ➡️ https://livemu.sc/3ZaMNqx
📸 Tag us in your memories!
🅿️ PARKING ALERT: Plan ahead for parking as construction is currently taking place in Dinkytown.
Box Office is open two hours prior to doors.

⏰ Times are approximate

🎒 You're welcome to bring bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” into the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

📱 Your phone is your ticket! Please download your tickets to your phone using the Live Nation app before arriving to the venue.

💳 We are cashless! All concession, bar and ticket sales, once in the venue, will accept credit or debit cards and/or mobile pay. Cashless payments are encouraged for ticket purchases at the box office. Cash to card conversions will be available for your convenience inside the venue, dollar for dollar, without any service fees.

🍕$1 OFF a slice of pizza at Mesa Pizza when you show your ticket in the app!

🎤 For more information and venue policies, visit https://livemu.sc/3XoGGhK.

We look forward to seeing you! 😎 Remember to tag us and share your favorite moments of the night!

10/31/2024

ON SALE NOW🥳

Cooper Alan's To The Bar Tour is hitting the Varsity Theater stage on Friday, March 28th. Tickets available now!

More info: https://livemu.sc/3C4vktf

10/28/2024

Fast Lane entry AND exclusive ticket offers with ? Name a more iconic duo… we’ll wait. https://livemu.sc/3N57Sy7

10/28/2024

JUST ANNOUNCED!

Cozy Worldwide: Throwback and Current Hip Hop and R&B Party returns to the Varsity Theater on Saturday, December 14. Unlock the presale Tuesday, 10/29 at 10am using CODE: TEMPO. General on-sale begins Friday at 10am.

MORE INFO: https://livemu.sc/4e7dzqt

10/24/2024

LOW TICKET WARNING🚨

Very few tickets remain for all these shows! Don't miss your chance; get tickets now!

Get tickets: livenation.com

10/23/2024

"It's show time! We're so excited to party with you!

🎟️ Tickets still available: https://livemu.sc/3Nya69e or at the box office.
⚡ Fast Lane ➡️ https://livemu.sc/3ZaMNqx
📸 Tag us in your memories!
🅿️ PARKING ALERT: Plan ahead for parking as construction is currently taking place in Dinkytown.
Box Office is open two hours prior to doors.

⏰ Times are approximate

🎒 You're welcome to bring bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” into the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

📱 Your phone is your ticket! Please download your tickets to your phone using the Live Nation app before arriving to the venue.

💳 We are cashless! All concession, bar and ticket sales, once in the venue, will accept credit or debit cards and/or mobile pay. Cashless payments are encouraged for ticket purchases at the box office. Cash to card conversions will be available for your convenience inside the venue, dollar for dollar, without any service fees.

🍕$1 OFF a slice of pizza at Mesa Pizza when you show your ticket in the app!

🎤 For more information and venue policies, visit https://livemu.sc/3XoGGhK.

We look forward to seeing you! 😎 Remember to tag us and share your favorite moments of the night! "

10/23/2024

JUST ANNOUNCED!

Tinzo + Jojo are bringing the Dial Up Tour to the Varsity Theater on Saturday, February 22nd. Unlock the presale Thursday, October 24 at 10am. General on-sale begins Friday, October 25th at 10am.

MORE INFO: https://livemu.sc/40baZwk

Address

1304 4th Street SE
Minneapolis, MN
55414

Telephone

(612) 217-7701

Website

http://www.varsitytheater.com/

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Now's your chance to win tickets to Real Friends Forever and Ever and Ever Tour coming to Varsity Theater on 10/23 plus the shot at a signed testing pressing of their new LP and $100 in merch! ENTER NOW! https://livemu.sc/3XIsscC

Dynamo Mental Cruelty

Don't miss Metal Cruelty when they open for Carnifex on Oct. 17! Get tix now! https://livemu.sc/3XUV03T

CUPCAKKE-VARSITY THEATER

It's show time! We're so excited to party with you and CupcakKe! 🎟️ Tickets still available: https://livemu.sc/3Nya69e or at the box office. ⚡ Fast Lane ➡️ https://livemu.sc/3ZaMNqx 📸 Tag us in your memories! @varsitytheater 🅿️ PARKING ALERT: Plan ahead for parking as construction is currently taking place in Dinkytown. Box Office is open two hours prior to doors. ⏰ Times are approximate 🎒 You're welcome to bring bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” into the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search. 📱 Your phone is your ticket! Please download your tickets to your phone using the Live Nation app before arriving to the venue. 💳 We are cashless! All concession, bar and ticket sales, once in the venue, will accept credit or debit cards and/or mobile pay. Cashless payments are encouraged for ticket purchases at the box office. Cash to card conversions will be available for your convenience inside the venue, dollar for dollar, without any service fees. 🍕$1 OFF a slice of pizza at Mesa Pizza when you show your ticket in the app! 🎤 For more information and venue policies, visit https://livemu.sc/3XoGGhK. We look forward to seeing you! 😎 Remember to tag us and share your favorite moments of the night!

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It's time to BRAT rave! 🎟️ Tickets still available: https://livemu.sc/3Nya69e or at the box office. ⚡ Fast Lane ➡️ https://livemu.sc/3ZaMNqx 📸 Tag us in your memories! @varsitytheater 🅿️ PARKING ALERT: Plan ahead for parking as construction is currently taking place in Dinkytown. Box Office is open two hours prior to doors. ⏰ Times are approximate 🎒 You're welcome to bring bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” into the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search. 📱 Your phone is your ticket! Please download your tickets to your phone using the Live Nation app before arriving to the venue. 💳 We are cashless! All concession, bar and ticket sales, once in the venue, will accept credit or debit cards and/or mobile pay. Cashless payments are encouraged for ticket purchases at the box office. Cash to card conversions will be available for your convenience inside the venue, dollar for dollar, without any service fees. 🍕$1 OFF a slice of pizza at Mesa Pizza when you show your ticket in the app! 🎤 For more information and venue policies, visit https://livemu.sc/3XoGGhK. We look forward to seeing you! 😎 Remember to tag us and share your favorite moments of the night!

Jean Dawson-10/18-Varsity Theater

Don't miss Jean Dawson on Friday, Oct 18! Tickets are going fast, so get yours while you can! 🎫 https://livemu.sc/3ZomfoL

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You won't want to miss Coco & Clair Clair when they take the Varsity Theater stage on Oct 6! Get tickets while you still can! 🎫 https://livemu.sc/3B14EZX

BRAT RAVE-9/20-VARSITY THEATER

Hey besties! Time to get your tickets to BRAT RAVE on Fri. 9/20 before they're gone! LET'S GO! 💚 🎫 https://livemu.sc/3Zj3uCT

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In just ONE WEEK, Cozy Worldwide Party hits the dance floor! 🎶 Get your tickets while you can! ➡️ https://livemu.sc/3Z7g744

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The wait is over! 🍇 Tickets are on sale now for Troy Hawke's The Greeters Guild at Varsity Theater on April 9! Grab your smoking jackets + tickets and see you soon! 🎟 https://livemu.sc/3ZxP0j1

CupcakKe @ Varsity Theater-9.24

Cupcakke turns up the heat at Varsity Theater on Sept 24! Grab your crew and witness the queen herself. 🍰👑 🧁 🎫 https://livemu.sc/4ejX7DZ

IT’S SHOW TIME!

It's show time! We're so excited to rock with The Buttertones! 🎟️ Tickets still available: https://livemu.sc/3Nya69e or at the box office. ⚡ Fast Lane ➡️ https://livemu.sc/3ZaMNqx 📸 Tag us in your memories! @varsitytheater 🅿️ PARKING ALERT: Plan ahead for parking as construction is currently taking place in Dinkytown. Box Office is open two hours prior to doors. ⏰ Times are approximate 🎒 You're welcome to bring bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” into the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search. 📱 Your phone is your ticket! Please download your tickets to your phone using the Live Nation app before arriving to the venue. 💳 We are cashless! All concession, bar and ticket sales, once in the venue, will accept credit or debit cards and/or mobile pay. Cashless payments are encouraged for ticket purchases at the box office. Cash to card conversions will be available for your convenience inside the venue, dollar for dollar, without any service fees. 🍕$1 OFF a slice of pizza at Mesa Pizza when you show your ticket in the app! 🎤 For more information and venue policies, visit https://livemu.sc/3XoGGhK. We look forward to seeing you! 😎 Remember to tag us and share your favorite moments of the night!