About 825 Arts

Since 2009, our dedicated coalition of board members, volunteers, staff, representatives, small business owners, neighbors, and young artists have worked to realize this mission with the purchase and the renovation of the historic Victoria Theater at 825 University Ave into a community arts center for all of Frogtown and Rondo.

Programs

Halloween Haunted Block Party!

There’s a chill in the air, and in our bones… for HALLOWEEN! 12-4pm on October 31st, come to 825 Arts for trick-or-treating, scary-oke, art activities, spooky stories, and a costume contest. Whether you’re a bloodsucking vampire or a wistful witch, this party’s got something for you!

To pull it off, we’ll need all the minions, ghouls, goblins, and witches in the neighborhood to lend us a hand! If you’d like to volunteer, table, or sponsor this event, please click HERE or reach out to mercedes@825arts.org for more information.

Haunted Houses Minecraft Competition

No longer must you wait for summer, Art-B-Q’s are year round! From 6-8pm on the third Tuesday of every month, come to 825 Arts for free food, fun art, and community connection! The next Art-B-Q is November 18th.

Minecraft at 825 Arts

This by-kids-for-kids digital artspace is open every Saturday from 2-4pm! With freebuild, pvp, and guided activity space, plus seasonal competitions and SO MUCH MORE, you can build your dreams! Learn more on our Minecraft page.

Halloween Costume Swap

Do you need a Halloween costume? Do you have an old costume you want to pass on? From October 1st to October 30th, drop it and swap it at 825 Arts! From fully complete costumes to pieces that tie your look together, find what you need and leave what you don’t.
Free to all, come early & often as items are first come first serve. Costume rack is located in the lobby. Open hours can be found on public calendar (below)

After School Programs at 825 Arts!

What are you doing after school? We’re going to 825 Arts!Starting September 8th, we’ve got a whole suite of after school specials. Get moving with Rondo Double Dutch from 2:30-3:30 Mondays and Wednesdays, take to the stage with Theater Tuesdays from 4:15-5:30, and get your game on at Minecraft club from 4-5pm on Wednesdays! Get signed up for one or all of these programs at https://tinyurl.com/825AfterSchool25

Artist Membership Program

Artist members gain community, access to our space, and a potential $500 to support their projects.

Explore More Programs

Speak Out And Lead

Frogtown Arts Festival

Current Programs

Minecraft

Artist Membership Program

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Upcoming Events Calendar:

November 2025

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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  • Two Gents - Ten Thousand Things Theater
  • Two Gents - Ten Thousand Things Theater
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  • Two Gents - Ten Thousand Things Theater
  • Good Camel Comedy
  • Good Camel Showcase
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  • Double Dutch!
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  • Theater Tuesdays!
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  • Minecraft Club
  • Queer AF RECLAIM dress rehearsal
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  • Access Granted - Disability Performance Jam
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  • RECLAIM Queer AF Pride Showcase
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  • Thrift A Gift
  • Minecraft In Person Open Hours
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  • Double Dutch!
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  • Theater Tuesdays!
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  • Minecraft Club
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  • No Starving Artists
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  • Access Granted - Disability Performance Jam
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  • Minecraft In Person Open Hours
  • Living in America (the Waiting List is Full)
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  • Living in America (the Waiting List is Full)
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  • Double Dutch!
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  • Theater Tuesdays!
  • Art-B-Q!
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  • Minecraft Club
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  • Minecraft In Person Open Hours
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  • Double Dutch!
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  • Theater Tuesdays!
  • Artist Membership Meeting
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  • Minecraft In Person Open Hours
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Accessibility at 825 Arts

We strive to be an accessible building for all who visit. Please refer to our accessibility guide for specific information about our building! Questions? Please email communications@825arts.org.

Parking: Lot parking is available at Ryan Plumbing on the corner of Avon and University. Street parking is available on the surrounding blocks. Parking is available on University Avenue after 6PM. Accessible parking drop off is available at our neighbor, Demera.

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​This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board,
thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.