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First Avenue

First Avenue is a nightlife spot in Minneapolis, MN, part of the Minneapolis–St. Paul guide. Cost: $25 to $50. Open year-round; shows most nights.

701 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 · Minneapolis, MN

Why you should go…

The black building covered in silver stars is hallowed ground: Prince filmed Purple Rain here, and nearly every act that matters has played its Mainroom or the tiny 7th St Entry. It's still a working club with shows most nights, not a museum, which is exactly why it's worth the pilgrimage. Find Prince's gold star out front, then stay for whoever's on the marquee.

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