Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events


Event | Virtual
Three panel graphic with the statue of liberty laid over the shape of the state of Minnesota in blue, purple, and pink. Each section reads: "Dissent is a Minnesota Value. Lead with it."

School Board Watch: Back to School Town Hall

It's September, and that means that students and teachers are back in the classroom. Join the ACLU of Minnesota on Tuesday, September 22 at 6 PM CT for a virtual School Board Watch town hall! In this month's town hall, we’ll cover know-your-rights information, how to identify good policies for school districts, and how to document and report possible civil liberties issues. You'll hear from ACLU-MN experts and community leaders about how you can support the work of school leaders by becoming engaged advocates.
Sep 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM (CT)
Event | In-Person
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Screening of "Minority Report"

On Thursday, Sept. 24, the ACLU of Minnesota will host a free screening of "Minority Report," a 2002 Tom Cruise film shows the pitfalls of surveillance states. After the screening, ACLU-MN staff members will speak about the movie and the implications of surveillance in 2026. The conversation will also cover the work the ACLU-MN has done — and will do — to rein-in the use of Automatic License Plater Readers, and how you can get involved. Registration is required.
Sep 24, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
Evening of Dissent: Make It Count on October 7, 2026 Foreground image of the statue of liberty surrounded by silhouettes holding up protest signs that read "ICE OUT", "END 287(G)", "VOTE", "WE THE PEOPLE", and "DEFEND DEMOCRACY"

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
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
Blue ferris wheel with text reading "ACLU Minnesota at the Steele County Fair"

ACLU of Minnesota at the Steele County Fair

Aug 13, 2024 | 12:00 PM
Event | In-Person
Graphic that says, "Pints and Politics: Learn about the ACLU-MN and our work on August 7th from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Bent Paddle in Duluth."

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
Event | In-Person
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Twin Cities Pride Parade

Jun 30, 2024 | 11:00 AM
Event | In-Person
Purple and red graphic of beer taps. In the foreground is text that reads, "pints and politics, learn about the ACLU-MN and our work on May 23rd from 4:30-7:30 at the Urban Growler in St. Paul."

Pints and Politics

May 23, 2024 | 4:30 PM
Event | In-Person
Green and blue text that says "protecting voting rights in Minnesota, ACLU of Minnesota." On the top is a simple graphic of a green torch with yellow fire.

Protecting Voting Rights in Minnesota

May 23, 2024 | 2:00 PM
Event | In-Person
Photo of a courtroom with text that says "Warrant resolution day, Hennepin County."

Hennepin County Warrant Resolution Day

May 03, 2024 | 9:00 AM