Cultural Events
The Return To Oz
Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center 11411 Masonic Home Drive, Bloomington, MN, United StatesIn this new adaption of The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy is transported from a Kansas farm to the magical world of Oz and meets the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion. Together, they travel to see the Wizard and ask him to make their dreams come true.
Love and Baseball
Bloomington Center for the Arts 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN, United StatesLove and Baseball follows Will, a scrappy filmmaker, and Michele, a witty philosophy teacher, as their paths cross three times over four years in a romance full of sparks and surprises. Blending the unpredictability of love with the spirit of baseball, the play explores whether perfect timing and connection are enough to hit a home...
Wild Nights at the Zoo
Minnesota Zoo 13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley, MN, United StatesConservation rocks at the Minnesota Zoo! Enjoy an adults-only night of music, food, drinks, and access to your favorite spots at the zoo. Headline bands perform at 8 P.M. and 9:15 P.M., and animal habitats are open from 5-8 P.M. for visitors to explore. Plus, get up close with friendly llamas at Llama Trek, take...
Sunday Funday: Charanga Tropical
Central Station Park 8100 33rd Ave. S., Bloomington, United StatesThe Sunday Funday series in Bloomington features family-friendly music and theater performances in Bloomington's public parks! On July 13, Charanga Tropical will perform a blend of Cuban Charanga music, salsa, and Latin jazz.
Tuesday Performance Series: Continental Ballet
Normandale Lake Bandshell 5901 W. 84th St., Bloomington, MN, United StatesNormandale Lake Bandshell hosts music and dance groups each Tuesday throughout the summer at the free Tuesday Performance Series. On July 15, watch Continental Ballet Company perform classic ballet.
Midweek Music & Market: Feel Good Inc.
Bloomington Civic Plaza 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN, United StatesVisit Bloomington Civic Plaza on Wednesday evening throughout the summer for music from local groups, a farmers market, and beer and food trucks! On July 16, Feel Good Inc. will perform rock tribute music from the past two decades. Food vendors include California Dip & Eat, Hometown Creamery, Potter’s Pasties, Sambusa Samosa, Sincerely Eats, and...
Thursday Blockbusters: Hometown Heroes
Normandale Lake Bandshell 5901 W. 84th St., Bloomington, MN, United StatesVisit Normandale Lake Bandshell on Thursday evenings throughout the summer for music from local groups, food trucks, and beer! On July 17, The Tuxedo Band will perform covers of rock, pop, and country music in honor of first responders, healthcare professionals, and educators. Enjoy food from Eggroll Queen and Rollin Nolen’s BBQ and beer from...
Minnehaha Falls Art Fair
Minnehaha Falls Regional Park 4801 S. Minnehaha Dr., Minneapolis, MN, United StatesSpend a beautiful summer weekend in Minnehaha Falls Regional Park as you peruse art, enjoy live music, and enjoy delicious food and beverages. With dozens of participating artists, the Minnehaha Falls Art Fair is one of the area's most long-standing and popular summer traditions.
Sunday Funday: Steve Clarke and The Working Stiffs
Bloomington Civic Plaza 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN, United StatesThe Sunday Funday series in Bloomington features family-friendly music and theater performances in Bloomington's public parks! On July 20, Steve Clarke and the Working Stiffs will perform big band music at Bloomington Civic Plaza.
Tuesday Performance Series: Jazz on the Prairie
Normandale Lake Bandshell 5901 W. 84th St., Bloomington, MN, United StatesNormandale Lake Bandshell hosts music and dance groups each Tuesday throughout the summer at the free Tuesday Performance Series. On July 22, watch Jazz on the Prairie Big Band perform music from the golden era of swing, the big band era, and more.
Midweek Music & Market: Consolation Champ
Bloomington Civic Plaza 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN, United StatesVisit Bloomington Civic Plaza on Wednesday evening throughout the summer for music from local groups, a farmers market, and beer and food trucks! On July 23, Consolation Champ will perform indie-folk and alternative music. Food vendors include Hometown Creamery, Las Twins Mexican Cuisine, Muddy Tiger Indian Street Food, and Rollin Nolen’s BBQ.
Thursday Blockbusters: Salsa del Soul
Normandale Lake Bandshell 5901 W. 84th St., Bloomington, MN, United StatesVisit Normandale Lake Bandshell on Thursday evenings throughout the summer for music from local groups, food trucks, and beer! On July 24, Salsa del Soul will perform dance music from Caribbean regions. Enjoy food from Kurbside Ice Co., Las Twins Mexican Cuisine, and Taqueria el Patron and beer from North Star Tavern.