As the weather gets colder in Minnesota, fewer touring acts visit the Midwest. But for local music fans, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. Twin Cities music venues tend to open up their concert calendars for weekly residencies curated by top Minnesota musicians.

These residencies are an opportunity to workshop new material, showcase up-and-coming talent, and play some gigs with friends. We went through the upcoming concert calendar and selected some music residencies to inspire you to leave the warmth of your home and venture out to the club.

The Cactus Blossoms Turf Club Residency

Like clockwork, The Cactus Blossoms’ Monday Turf Club Residency is back. Catch them performing with support from local favorites like Riley Downing (Jan. 6), Luke Callen (Jan. 13), Hilary Thavis and Doug Otto (Jan. 20), and Erin Rae (Jan. 27). Doors at 6:30 p.m. with music at 7:30 p.m.

Carbon Sound Presents — Sundays in January

Every Sunday in January, Carbon Sound is hosting a night for music, drinks, and food at Berlin. Each night will feature artists and DJs that showcase the diverse sound of the Twin Cities scene. This includes Obi Original + Alexis Rose (Jan. 5), Jovon Williams + echo (Jan. 12), D. Untethered + Stevie (Jan. 19), and Zak Khan & Friends (Jan. 26). Shows start at 7 p.m. and are FREE.

Charlie Parr Sunday Residency at Turf Club

Charlie Parr is taking over the Turf Club every Sunday in January — folk yeah. Each Sunday will feature artists paving their own way within folk music: Jon Edwards (Jan. 5), Samuel Locke Ward (Jan. 12), Laurel Premo (Jan. 19), and Paper Wings (Jan. 26). Doors at 7 p.m. with music at 7:30 p.m., and tickets are $20.

Lissie’s Midwinter Residency at the Parkway

On the last two weekends in January, Lissie will perform solo, trio, and full band sets at the Parkway. The residency will feature an incredible ensemble of openers, including a solo performance from Trash Date (Jan. 18), Misty Boyce with Steve Goold (Jan. 19), AirLands (Jan. 25), and Chris Koza (Jan. 26). Doors at 6:30 p.m. with music at 7:30 p.m.

Landon Conrath 7th St. Entry Residency

Minneapolis songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Landon Conrath will rock out at 7th St. Entry on Thursdays in January. Landon will be joined by a mix of local and out of state openers including Kiernan and Alex Delzer (Jan. 2), Keep For Cheap and Andrew Garden (Jan. 9), and Charli Adams and Pageant Dress (Jan. 16). Doors at 7 p.m. with music at 8 p.m., and tickets are $15.

Thomas Abban Green Room Residency

Every Wednesday in January, multi-instrumentalist Thomas Abban will perform with friends and special guests at Green Room. What to expect? “Every show different, each a dream,” according to Abban. Doors at 7:30 p.m. with music at 8 p.m., and tickets are $12.

Jake La Botz Residency at Icehouse

Catch the Jake La Botz on select Thursdays in January at Icehouse (Jan. 16, 23, & 30). Doors at 6 p.m. with music at 8 p.m., and tickets are $20 with a full food & beverage menu available during the show.

Erik Koskinen Residency at Icehouse

Every Friday in February, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Erik Koskinen will be performing with his band at Icehouse. Check out why the Star Tribune called Koskinen “the real deal” and “the best country songwriter in Minnesota.” Doors at 6 p.m. with music at 8 p.m., and tickets are $20 (in advance, $27 at the door) with a full food & beverage menu available during the show.