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Twin Cities Geeky Businesses
Local businesses that cater to Minnesota's geek communities.
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Some of the current contributors, editors, and community managers of Twin Cities Geek!
Minnesota Geek Conventions
Check out our full list of conventions happening in and around Minnesota this year: http://twincitiesgeek.com/cons Did we miss a con that's on Bluesky? @ us or email info@twincitiesgeek.com.
@mncomicpros.bsky.social
Dedicated to promoting and growing the art of sequential storytelling in the beautiful state of Minnesota. There’s a wealth of talent in the north and I’m here to tell you about it!
@2dcon.gg
August 22-24, 2025 | Bloomington, MN | 2DCon.net 2D Con is a weekend long celebration of the gaming community featuring a free play arcade, special guests from the games you love, tournaments, live entertainment and more. Discord.gg/2DCon
@mplsconsoleroom.bsky.social
Join us for our annual Doctor Who convention in Minneapolis/St. Paul.
@ouacbooks.bsky.social
New and Used bookstore specializing in Mystery/Crime Fiction. www.onceuponacrimebooks.com
@milkweededitions.bsky.social
Milkweed Editions is a nonprofit independent literary press. We serve authors and readers by publishing life-changing fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Learn more at milkweed.org
@boneshakerbooks.bsky.social
volunteer-run radical bookstore in mpls boneshakerbooks.com bookshop.org/shop/boneshaker open Mon/Tues/Weds. 2–8pm, Thurs 2–7pm, and Fri/Sat/Sun 11am–5pm
@fullcircletheater.bsky.social
The mission of Full Circle Theater is to create transformative theater that centers marginalized perspectives, practices equity and access, and engages diverse artists and audiences in the creation of a more socially just world.
@mprnews.org
Minnesota news. Independent + nonprofit. Free thanks to members. Listen on air, read online or follow here ❤️ 📷: The Minnesota Capitol building just after sunset on a spring evening, by Brian Bakst | MPR News.
@faithfalkner.com
Award-winning Narrative Producer, Writer, Artist, and Co-Founder of @sublightgames.com. Dork. DORV survivor. Actual bleeding heart since 1986. She/They. https://www.sublightgames.com & https://www.faithfalkner.com
@harisendaiko.bsky.social
Minnesota's Geekiest Taiko Drumming Group. You Won't Know What Hit You! https://harisendaiko.org/
@oddmartmn.bsky.social
The Offical Home of OddMart in Minneapolis Minnesota! The store of the strange, home of Glorp Gum, comics and more! Open every day 12PM-6PM (except Tuesdays) oddmart.com
@thorpbuildingarts.bsky.social
The Historic Thorp Building in Northeast Minneapolis Arts District is home to artists’ studios, creative businesses, a distillery, coffee shop and more. 1618/1620 Central Ave NE Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413. https://bohmcre.com/spaces/the-thorp-building
@reuseprogramuofmn.bsky.social
We sell surplus University of Minnesota materials. Our mission is to divert this material from the waste stream. We accept major credit cards and tap to pay. No cash or checks. Public shopping TH 8:30-5, FR 8:30-4, Sa & Su 10-4 883 29th Ave SE, Mpls
@makeascenemn.bsky.social
North America’s European-style larp festival returns on August 22 - 24, 2025 in Minneapolis. Make a Scene is the only stand-alone festival this side of the Atlantic that premieres brand new larps organized around a bespoke theme. www.makeascenemn.org
@animefusion.net
Anime Fusion is dedicated to bringing the classic favorites of anime back into the spotlight alongside the newest titles fresh from Japan. We do our best to honor new releases and retro hits equally to create an event that everyone can enjoy.
@twincitiespride.bsky.social
Celebrating Pride in the Twin Cities for 53 years! 2025 Pride Festival: June 28th & 29th
@joehendrenx.bsky.social
he/him/his Twin Cities-based Theatre Director, Producer, Performer, Designer, Playwright, Arts Administrator, Nonprofit Professional, Armchair Historian I like hats. https://linktr.ee/jhendren
@pangeaworldtheater.bsky.social
Pangea World Theater strives to build a just world by creating multi-disciplinary theater that embodies decolonizing practices of solidarity, sustainability and equity. linktr.ee/pangeawt
@jungletheater.bsky.social
Jungle Theater is where community, creativity, and curiosity converge. We offer bold performances that speak to the heart and mind, inviting audiences to explore new perspectives and connect through engaging and relevant storytelling: jungletheater.org
@ghoulish-delights.bsky.social
A theatrical performance company dedicated to bringing tales of horror and suspense to Twin Cities stages. Home of The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society podcast and The Sunday Scaries! A Sophisticated Anthology of the Unknown ghoulishdelights.com
@stagestheatre.bsky.social
Since our founding in 1984 we are committed to the enrichment & education of children and youth in theatre environment that stimulates artistic excellence and personal growth. https://linktr.ee/stagestheatre
@stribgoingout.startribune.com
We are Going Out, the Minnesota Star Tribune's guide to the best food, drink, concerts, theater and culture 🕺 we have fun here
@theatrexmn.bsky.social
Presenting theatre in and around the Twin Cities, MN www.theatrex.org
@theatreelision.bsky.social
Producing rare chamber musicals that highlight women's voices and stories. Next up: HUNDRED DAYS, March 6 - 22. www.elisionproductions.com
@worldcrimeleague.bsky.social
Twin Cities based production brand the specializes in dark comedy and horror in theater and film!
@graymallardtheater.bsky.social
SHAKESPEARE at the PUB Twin Cities Free Outdoor Shakespeare Live theater is essential to communities. Its unique and visceral storytelling evokes empathic responses, and that empathy builds better societies. We bring that to Minneapolis, and it's free.
@tcimprovfest.bsky.social
now in our 19th year! June 5-8th at the Phoenix Theater in Minneapolis
@brokenwingmn.bsky.social
Our mission is to assist artists of varied backgrounds and proficiency levels by removing barriers so they can build the knowledge and experience needed to successfully navigate all aspects of making theater in the Minneapolis/St. Paul community.
@adrinkinggamemn.bsky.social
Celebrating 13 years! A monthly show in Minneapolis and St. Paul - Hear a bell, take a drink of whatever you like! Next up: 3/29 School of Rock📍: The Hive Collaborative
@jesterscomedy.bsky.social
Improv comedy and live game shows in and around the Twin Cities Metro area.
@caam-cdt.bsky.social
Non-profit dance academy dedicated to preserving and celebrating Chinese cultural heritage. Located in St. Paul, MN. https://caamcdt.org/
@albinosquirrelprod.bsky.social
We are a small theatre company in Minneapolis! Focusing especially on the nerdy and obscure. Past productions include: “Wellstone: A Minnesotan Musical,” “It’s-a-Me, a Musical,” “Zelda: The Hero of Fringe,” “Turnabout Musical”
@mixedblood.bsky.social
Using theatre to disrupt injustices, advance equity, and build community, Mixed Blood inspires the global village to create ripple effects of social change. https://mixedblood.com/
@ceolsoncosplays.bsky.social
Cosplayer | Entertainer | Writer 🇺🇸 Midwest | 🏳️🌈 Queer 🏳️⚧️ https://linktr.ee/ceolsoncosplays
@fuzzylepidoptera.bsky.social
🏳️🌈 Cece 🏳️⚧️ | Books, writing, video games, pets, cosplay, and party princessing tales Books: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/fuzzylepidoptera Art: https://ceolsonart.carrd.co Cosplay: https://linktr.ee/ceolsoncosplays
@vilificationtennis.bsky.social
Vilification Tennis™ is a structured improvisational insult show. We perform in Minneapolis and your mom's bedroom. Offensive. Disruptive. Inclusive.
@minicon-mnstf.bsky.social
Science Fiction & Fantasy convention. Minicon 59 will be held Easter - April 2-5, 2026 in Bloomington, MN. https://mnstf.org/minicon58/ Diversicon 32 - Sept 5-7, 2025 in Plymouth, MN.
@emaginemn.bsky.social
Your go-to place for all things Emagine Entertainment in the greater Twin Cities area! Get tickets to movies, events and more at https://linktr.ee/emaginemn
@paulsmovietrip.bsky.social
FilmCritic, EntertainmentReporter - Critics Choice Association, MN Films Critics, GALECA, Rotten Tomatoes, KSTP-TV, My Talk 107.1, Fox 9.
@wetpaintart.bsky.social
Wet Paint is your neighborhood independent art supply store, frame shop, and classroom on Grand Ave. in St. Paul, MN since 1976. Visit us in person everyday 10am-6pm or online https://wetpaintart.com/
@towergamesmn.bsky.social
Tower Games offers a curated selection of the best board games, collectible card games, and miniatures games in South Minneapolis.