Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events


Event | In-Person
The ACLU of Minnesota invites you to a community event North Star Talk

North Star Talk at Padraigs Brewing

The ACLU-MN is hosting a community event to update ACLU-MN supporters about the work we’ve been doing since November 2025, with a focus on our response to Operation Metro Surge. We will have Know Your Rights resources and cool ACLU-MN swag. Executive Director, Deepinder Mayell will be giving the update and then answering your questions. Heavy appetizers will be abundant! And if you RSVP to Hailey Bailey at hbailey@aclu-mn.org you’ll receive a free drink ticket at the event! The ACLU-MN continues to show up and fight for the civil liberties of all Minnesotans. Join us!
Jul 21, 2026 | 5:00 PM (CT)
Event | Virtual
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Legislative Session Town Hall

This town hall will break down what the ACLU of Minnesota and partners accomplished during Minnesota's 2026 legislative session and what to expect in the 2027 session. The ACLU-MN's policy team and national experts will present.
Jul 28, 2026 | 6:00 PM (CT)
Event | In-Person
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North Star Talk — Duluth

The ACLU of Minnesota is hosting a community event in Duluth to update ACLU-MN supporters on the work we’ve been doing and the impact it has had. We will have Know Your Rights resources and swag available for everyone who attends. We will also have a short program featuring ACLU-MN Executive Director Deepinder Mayell. Heavy appetizers will be provided and if you RSVP to hbailey@aclu-mn.org, you’ll receive a free drink ticket at the event.
Aug 05, 2026 | 5:00 PM (CT)
Event | In-Person
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North Star Talk — Rochester

The ACLU of Minnesota is hosting a community event in Rochester to update ACLU-MN supporters on the work we’ve been doing and the impact it has had. We will have Know Your Rights resources and swag available for everyone who attends. We will also have a short program featuring ACLU-MN Executive Director Deepinder Mayell. Heavy appetizers will be provided and if you RSVP to hbailey@aclu-mn.org, you’ll receive a free drink ticket at the event. There will be non-alcoholic options.
Aug 11, 2026 | 5:00 PM (CT)
Event | In-Person
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2026 Evening of Dissent: Make it Count

Register to attend our annual fundraiser, Evening of Dissent: Make it Count! Join ACLU-MN staff and supporters as we look back on a pivotal year, celebrate our victories, and preview the work ahead.
Oct 07, 2026 | 5:00 PM (CT)

Past Events


Event | In-Person
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North Star Talk - Rochester

Sep 30, 2025 | 5:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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North Star Talk - Duluth

Sep 23, 2025 | 5:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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ACLU of Minnesota at the State Fair

Aug 29, 2025 | 9:00 AM
Event | In-Person
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North Star Talk - Twin Cities

Aug 27, 2025 | 5:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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North Star Talk - Twin Cities

Jul 29, 2025 | 5:00 PM
Event | In-Person
Interational Drag Day Panel: Join ACLU-MN & TC Pride to learn about the art of drag.  We will be joined by Andre 1000, aragidi, Bad Karma, and Pistachio Cream pie!

International Drag Day Panel

Jul 17, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Event | In-Person
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Twin Cities Pride

Jun 28, 2025 | 10:00 AM
Event | In-Person
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Fight for Your Civil Rights

Jun 22, 2025 | 2:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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Know Your Rights While Protesting

Jun 11, 2025 | 6:00 PM