Events @ ABOTO
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Weekly Trivia
Join us for weekly general knowledge trivia hosted by ABOTO owner Jillian! We’ll play two, 45-minute games starting at 7:00pm. Each week, trivia is sponsored by a different brewery, giving you $1 off that brewery’s drinks during trivia and new, different prizes every week!
Twin Cities Queer Book Club
We're starting 2026 off strong with a new queer book club hosted by Twin Cities queer cartoonist (and ABOTO server) Archie Bongiovanni!
We're meeting at A Bar of Their Own on Wednesday, May 6th at 7pm. We'll be discussing Stag Dance by Torrey Peters. RSVP isn’t required, but appreciated—RSVP here!
Come even if you haven't had a chance to read the book!
Weekly Trivia
Join us for weekly general knowledge trivia hosted by ABOTO owner Jillian! We’ll play two, 45-minute games starting at 7:00pm. Each week, trivia is sponsored by a different brewery, giving you $1 off that brewery’s drinks during trivia and new, different prizes every week!
Twin Cities Camogie Club Giveback Night
The Twin Cities Robert Emmets Hurling & Camogie Club is well established as the home of hurling and camogie in state of Minnesota. While TCRE continues to welcome Irish expats who seek out our club to build connections and stay active in their sport, the majority of our members are now American-born and discover the game as adults.
$1 from every drink sold will be donated to the Camogie Club in support of an upcoming tournament in Ireland!
Team Speed Puzzling Event w/ Sarah does puzzles!
Build a team of up to 4 people and see how quickly you can complete a 500-piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishing teams. There will also be door prizes. All teams get to keep their competition puzzle. Pre-registration is required, and this event is sold out.
Minnesota Frost Watch Party
It’s the last regular season game of the year for our Minnesota Frost! Don’t miss all the action from Vancouver with fellow Frost fans at ABOTO!
USA Rugby Watch Party
It’s the final match up of the Pacific Four Series, with USA Rugby taking on Canada. Join us for some Friday scrum action!
Weekly Trivia
Join us for weekly general knowledge trivia hosted by ABOTO owner Jillian! We’ll play two, 45-minute games starting at 7:00pm. Each week, trivia is sponsored by a different brewery, giving you $1 off that brewery’s drinks during trivia and new, different prizes every week!
Minnesota Frost Watch Party
Staying open late on a Wednesday night for an Official Minnesota Frost Watch Party? YOU BET. Puck drops at 9:00pm, but join us before for dinner as we prepare for the match-up against Seattle!
Crafty Queers Club
A FREE Bring Your Own Craft (BYOC) event for Crafty Queers Club! Bring your own craft and enjoy good company <3. Stay for the Frost game after (if you're feeling sporty spice). Registration is requested here.
Minnesota Frost Pre-Game Party
Sunday afternoon hockey at Grand Casino Arena calls for a Pre-Game Party at ABOTO! Join us for brunch and $1 off drinks from 11:00am to 12:00pm before you head to St. Paul. Breakfast totchos and a Super Gay Bloody Mary before hockey? Sounds perfect.
Weekly Trivia
Join us for weekly general knowledge trivia hosted by ABOTO owner Jillian! We’ll play two, 45-minute games starting at 7:00pm. Each week, trivia is sponsored by a different brewery, giving you $1 off that brewery’s drinks during trivia and new, different prizes every week!
Minnesota Frost Watch Party
We have an Official Minnesota Frost Watch Party happening on a Wednesday night! Puck drops at 6:00pm, but get here for happy hour between 4-6pm to secure your spot for this match-up against Boston!
WNBA Draft Watch Party
The Minnesota Lynx have the #2 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, and this draft class is loaded! Join W fans at ABOTO for a special watch party on a night we’re not normally open—bring your friends!
Minnesota Frost Pre-Game Party
Saturday afternoon hockey at Grand Casino Arena calls for a Pre-Game Party at ABOTO! Join us for brunch and $1 off drinks from 11:00am to 12:00pm before you head to St. Paul. Breakfast totchos and a Super Gay Bloody Mary before hockey? Sounds perfect.
LOVB MN Watch Party
Join LOVB MN at ABOTO for a LOVB Playoffs Watch Party! 🏐 LOVB MN is bringing a selfie photobooth and giveaways as we cheer on TWO Minnesota Volleyball icons—Tori Dixon (Burnsville HS, University of Minnesota) from LOVB Salt Lake City, and Jordan Thompson (Edina HS, University of Cincinnati) from LOVB Houston.
Weekly Trivia
Join us for weekly general knowledge trivia hosted by ABOTO owner Jillian! We’ll play two, 45-minute games starting at 7:00pm. Each week, trivia is sponsored by a different brewery, giving you $1 off that brewery’s drinks during trivia and new, different prizes every week!
NCAA Women's National Championship Game
GAME ON! 🏀 Join us for the National Championship game!
As a reminder:
We do not take reservations; all seating is first-come, first-served.
If we are on a waitlist, your entire party must be present to be seated.
We will not enforce a table time limit as long as guests are continuing to purchase food/beverage.
Minnesota Frost Pre-Game Party
Saturday afternoon hockey at Grand Casino Arena calls for a Pre-Game Party at ABOTO! Join us for brunch and $1 off drinks from 11:00am to 1:00pm before you head to St. Paul. Breakfast totchos and a Super Gay Bloody Mary before hockey? Sounds perfect.
NCAA Women's March Madness Final Four
And then there were FOUR! 🏀 Join us for the Final Four with a trip to the National Championship on the line!
As a reminder:
We do not take reservations; all seating is first-come, first-served.
If we are on a waitlist, your entire party must be present to be seated.
We will not enforce a table time limit as long as guests are continuing to purchase food/beverage.
Weekly Trivia
Join us for weekly general knowledge trivia hosted by ABOTO owner Jillian! We’ll play two, 45-minute games starting at 7:00pm. Each week, trivia is sponsored by a different brewery, giving you $1 off that brewery’s drinks during trivia and new, different prizes every week!
Minnesota Frost Watch Party
No April Fools here! We have an Official Minnesota Frost Watch Party happening on a Wednesday night! Puck drops at 6:00pm, but get here for happy hour between 4-6pm to secure your spot for this match-up against New York!
Minnesota Frost Pre-Game Party
Sunday afternoon hockey at Grand Casino Arena calls for a Pre-Game Party at ABOTO! Join us for brunch and $1 off drinks from 12:00pm - 2:00pm before you head to St. Paul. Breakfast totchos and a Super Gay Bloody Mary before hockey? Sounds perfect.
Twin Cities Gooners Watch Party
Join the Twin Cities Gooners, an official branch of Arsenal America, as the Arsenal Women take on the Tottenham Spurs. COYG!
NCAA Women's March Madness Sweet Sixteen
We’re feeling SWEET! Join us all day long for Sweet Sixteen basketball! As a reminder:
We do not take reservations; all seating is first-come, first-served.
If we are on a waitlist, your entire party must be present to be seated.
We will not enforce a table time limit as long as guests are continuing to purchase food/beverage.
Weekly Trivia
Join us for weekly general knowledge trivia hosted by ABOTO owner Jillian! We’ll play two, 45-minute games starting at 7:00pm. Each week, trivia is sponsored by a different brewery, giving you $1 off that brewery’s drinks during trivia and new, different prizes every week!
Twin Cities Queer Book Club
We're starting 2026 off strong with a new queer book club hosted by Twin Cities queer cartoonist (and ABOTO server) Archie Bongiovanni!
We're meeting at A Bar of Their Own, Wednesday, March 25th at 7pm. We'll be discussing Simplicity by Mattie Lubchansky.
Minnesota Frost Pre-Game Party
Midweek hockey at Grand Casino Arena calls for a Pre-Game Party at ABOTO! Join us for happy hour and $1 off drinks from 4:00pm - 6:00pm before you head to St. Paul. Half Court Chicken Dunks and a beer before hockey? Sounds perfect.
Team Speed Puzzling Event w/ Sarah does puzzles!
Build a team of up to 4 people and see how quickly you can complete a 500-piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishing teams. There will also be door prizes. All teams get to keep their competition puzzle. Pre-registration is required, and this event is sold out.
Minnesota Frost Watch Party
Saturday afternoon hockey? Count us in! Join us for an Official Minnesota Frost Watch Party as the Frost take on the Vancouver Goldeneyes. Sound on, surrounded by fans? Best ever.
We’d even suggest getting here early to snag brunch between 11am - 2pm!
Supply Drive for Northside Blessings
March is for basketball…and helping our neighbors! Join us for the first weekend of March Madness as we cheer on our favorite teams, and support local organization Northside Blessings with a supply drive. Donations accepted Friday, March 20 through Sunday, March 22. Please refer to donation request list below:
Shampoo & conditioner
Toilet Paper
Cleaning supplies
Lotion
Canned Vegetables and meat
Fruit snacks and juice boxes
Ramen, mac & cheese, cereal
And for kid’s Easter basekts:
Candy
Small toys
Stuffed animals
Gift cards for families to purchase Easter dinner
NCAA Women's March Madness First Round
Let the madness begin! 🏀 Join us ALL DAY for the first full day of March Madness action!
Weekly Trivia
Join us for weekly general knowledge trivia hosted by ABOTO owner Jillian! We’ll play two, 45-minute games starting at 7:00pm. Each week, trivia is sponsored by a different brewery, giving you $1 off that brewery’s drinks during trivia and new, different prizes every week!
Minnesota Basketball Poster Making
The Minnesota Gopher Women’s Basketball team is HOSTING the first round of the NCAA Tournament, and we want to make sure you’re READY for the game! Join us at ABOTO to make posters to bring with you to the game on Friday. Supplies provided—just bring your poster ideas and crafting skills!