The Magic Lounge: Discover Live Magic in Minneapolis and the Twin Cities
Looking for a magic show in Minneapolis or the Twin Cities? There is a new monthly destination where audiences can experience live magic, comedy, audience participation and some of the talented magicians who make Minnesota’s magic community so special.
Welcome to The Magic Lounge.
Located just north of Minneapolis in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, The Magic Lounge is a monthly Magicians Open Mic Night featuring local magicians, emerging performers and experienced entertainers trying new material.
It is intimate. It is interactive. And because it’s an open mic, you never quite know what magical surprises are waiting for you.
What Is The Magic Lounge?
The Magic Lounge is a monthly live magic experience created to showcase the incredible talent within the Twin Cities magic community.
Unlike a traditional theater production, an open mic gives performers the opportunity to experiment.
You might see a magician performing a polished routine that has entertained audiences for years. You might also see a performer testing a brand-new idea for the very first time.
That element of discovery is part of what makes The Magic Lounge different.
It is both a magic show for the audience and a creative playground for magicians.
Magicians Open Mic Night in Minneapolis
The featured event is Magicians Open Mic Night, held on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
The evening combines:
- Live magic
- Comedy
- Audience participation
- Close-up and stage-style magic
- Local and emerging magicians
- New routines and experimental material
- A friendly, family-oriented atmosphere
Doors open at 6:00 PM, with the show beginning at 7:00 PM.
General admission is just $10, making The Magic Lounge an affordable way to enjoy live entertainment in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area.
Where Is The Magic Lounge?
The Magic Lounge currently takes place at Fixx Coffee / The Central Mix in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, just north of Minneapolis.
The Magic Lounge
4028 Central Avenue NE
Columbia Heights, MN
The coffee-shop setting creates something you don’t always get at a traditional theater: an intimate environment where the audience is close to the performers.
And that’s a great place to experience magic.
Why an Open Mic for Magicians?
Magic is a performing art.
And like musicians, comedians and actors, magicians need opportunities to perform in front of real people.
A new magic routine might look great in a magician’s living room. But what happens when it is performed in front of an audience?
Does the audience understand it?
Do they laugh?
Are they surprised?
Does the ending create the reaction the magician hoped for?
The Magic Lounge provides a place for performers to find out.
It gives Twin Cities magicians a place to practice, experiment, develop new material and connect with other performers.
For the audience, that means you get to see magic in the making.
Discover Minnesota’s Magic Community
Minnesota has a fascinating and active magic community.
There are professional magicians performing at corporate events, weddings, private parties, theaters and comedy clubs. There are hobbyists, collectors, magic historians, creators and lifelong students of the art.
There are also people discovering magic for the first time.
The Magic Lounge provides a place where all of these interests can intersect.
It is another piece of the growing magic scene throughout Minneapolis and the Twin Cities.
Minneapolis: A Growing Destination for Magic
The Twin Cities is becoming an increasingly interesting destination for people who love magic and the performing arts.
From intimate magic performances to comedy clubs, theaters, festivals and special events, there are more opportunities to experience the art of magic in Minnesota.
That is part of a larger vision shared by MagicBrad and the growing community surrounding Our Magic Universe: to showcase Minnesota as a destination for people who love magic.
The idea is simple:
More magic. More places to experience it. More opportunities for performers. More reasons for people to visit Minnesota.
The Magic Lounge is one small but important part of that vision.
A Place to See Tomorrow’s Stars
One of the most exciting things about an open mic is that you never know who might walk onto the stage.
Today’s emerging magician could become tomorrow’s headliner.
A performer trying a new routine at The Magic Lounge could eventually take that routine to theaters, corporate events, comedy clubs or magic conventions around the country.
And you may have seen it here first.
That’s one of the wonderful things about supporting local performers.
You’re not simply watching a show.
You’re helping build a community.
Looking for Things to Do in Minneapolis?
If you’re searching for things to do in Minneapolis, things to do in the Twin Cities, or a unique night of live entertainment in Minnesota, consider adding The Magic Lounge to your list.
It’s especially appealing if you’re looking for something different from the typical movie, restaurant or bar experience.
Bring a friend.
Bring the family.
Bring a group.
Or come by yourself and meet some of the people who make Minnesota’s magic community so interesting.
You never know what you’ll see.
Experience The Magic Lounge
The Magic Lounge is more than a monthly magic show.
It is a gathering place for people who love magic.
It is a stage for performers.
It is a place to experiment.
It is a place to discover new talent.
And it is another reason to believe that Minneapolis and the Twin Cities can become a true destination for the magical arts.
The Magic Lounge — Magicians Open Mic Night
When: 4th Tuesday of each month
Doors: 6:00 PM
Show: 7:00 PM
Admission: $10 at the door
Where: Fixx Coffee / The Central Mix
4028 Central Avenue NE, Columbia Heights, MN
For upcoming dates, reservations and more information, visit TheMagicLounge.com.
About MagicBrad
MagicBrad is a Minnesota magician, event connector and promoter of the magical arts. Through projects including Our Magic Universe, MagicBrad works to connect performers, audiences, event professionals and people who simply enjoy experiencing something a little outside the ordinary.
His vision is to help make Minneapolis a Magic Mecca of the Midwest—a place where visitors and residents can find unique magical experiences throughout the year.
The Magic Lounge is one more place where the magic happens.










Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.