Music
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.
Lakefront Music Fest
Lakefront Park 5000 Kop Parkway S.E., Prior Lake, MN, United StatesThe annual Lakefront Music Fest in nearby Prior Lake is one of the largest outdoor music festivals in the Twin Cities. The two-day festival devotes one night to country and the other to classic rock. This year, performing artists Miranda Lambert and Foreigner will play at Lakefront.
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...
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...
Minnesota Yacht Club Festival
Harriet Island Regional Park 49 Harriet Island Rd, Saint Paul, MN, United StatesThe three-day Minnesota Yacht Club Festival returns in 2025, with headliners Hozier, Alabama Shakes, Fall Out Boy, Weezer, and Green Day. Held at Saint Paul's Harriet Island Regional Park, Minnesota Yacht Club Festival is a can't-miss event for local music lovers. Come for the festival. Stay for the fun. Stay minutes away from Saint Paul...
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.
Brew Love
Target Field 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesBrew Love is a craft beverage festival/fundraiser that packs a whole lot of fun into a July weeknight. Join us for this 3-hour event and enjoy strolling around beautiful Target Field while sampling beverages from local and regional craft beverage producers and supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities, Upper Midwest at the same time! Tickets are...
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.
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...