5 things to do in Minneapolis, MN — Thursday, September 3, 2026

1. Chess Club

   Community at Northeast, starting 4:30 p.m.

   All ages and skill levels are welcome. Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Equipment provided. Walk-ins welcome.

   Details from the organizer

2. University of Minnesota Football vs Eastern Illinois

   Sports at Huntington Bank Stadium.

   University of Minnesota Football vs Eastern Illinois TV: Peacock

   Details from the organizer

3. Nokomis Library Writing Group

   Community at Nokomis, starting 3:30 p.m.

   Join fellow writers for encouragement, feedback, and to help each other take writing to the next level. Bring works in progress, paper and a pen. You will explore different ways to think about writing.

   Details from the organizer

4. Magnet Senior Center

   Community at Minneapolis Central, starting 1 p.m.

   Join us for conversation, read the newspaper, or do a crossword puzzle! This is a drop-in program, so come to stay or just say "Hi!" Each week will feature an activity from 1:30-3 p.m.* All individuals age 55+ are welco…

   Details from the organizer

5. Coffee and Conversations

   Community at Hosmer, starting 9:30 a.m.

   Join library staff and fellow library patrons for relaxed conversation over coffee or tea. All are welcome. Se habla Español. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.

   Details from the organizer

Sources

• Official city, county and parks department calendars — Government event calendars for each covered market
• Public library event calendars — Library programming published by local systems
• Convention and visitors bureau calendars — Destination-marketing organizations for each city