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
Flyer that says "Pints and Politics: Get out the Vote"

Pints and Politics: Get out the Vote

Oct 30, 2024 | 5:00 PM
Event | In-Person
Our Voices Restored flyer

Our Voices Restored - A Day of Action

Oct 26, 2024 | 11:00 AM
Event | In-Person
Moorhead Expungement Clinic

Moorhead Expungement Clinic

Oct 15, 2024 | 10:00 AM
Event | In-Person
Know Your Rights - Back to School with fall leaves and a pumpkin in the bottom right corner.

Know Your Rights - Back to School

Oct 09, 2024 | 7:00 PM
Event | In-Person
Lady liberty with her eyes covered by a portion of the constitution. Flowers behind her head. Event details in neon. Evening of Dissent: Power (Back) to the People. Wednesday October 8, 5pm to 7pm at McNamara Alumni Center. ACLU-MN logo at bottom

Breakfast with a Side of Dissent 2024

Breakfast with a Side of Dissent is the ACLU of Minnesota's annual fundraising breakfast. Join us and learn about the exciting and critical work we are doing to protect and advance the rights of people living in our state and across the country.
Oct 08, 2024 | 8:30 AM
Event | In-Person
ACLU of Minnesota at the State fair

ACLU of Minnesota at the State Fair

Aug 30, 2024 | 11:00 AM
Event | In-Person
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ACLU of Minnesota at the Steele County Fair

Aug 13, 2024 | 12:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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Duluth Pints and Politics

Aug 07, 2024 | 4:30 PM
Event | In-Person
Graphic that says, "Pints and Politics: Learn about how the ACLU-MN is fighting to protect voting rights on July 11th, 4:30-7:30 p.m."

Rochester Pints and Politics

Jul 11, 2024 | 4:30 PM