Winner of five Tony Awards (including Best Musical), Kimberly Akimbo is a poignant yet humorous tale of adolescence, family dysfunction, and resilience. The show follows the adventures of a teenage girl navigating life's challenges with optimism.
Normandale Lake Bandshell hosts music and dance groups each Tuesday throughout the summer at the free Tuesday Performance Series. On July 8, watch the Bloomington Chorale perform songs from genres including contemporary, classical, Broadway, and more.
Visit Bloomington Civic Plaza on Wednesday evening throughout the summer for music from local groups, a farmers market, and beer and food trucks! On July 9, Joe Flip Band will perform rock music on oil can guitars. Food vendors include Brick Oven Bus, Eggroll Queen, Espartaco, Hometown Creamery, Muddy Tiger Indian Street Food, Philicious Phillys,...
With a disarmingly honest and hilarious perspective, Lara's comedy blends vulnerability and wit. Her storytelling and quirky humor leave audiences both laughing and reflecting. Lara Beitz will perform at Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy at Mall of America this summer.
Love 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...
Bring your bike to Historic Fort Snelling for a captivating 3-mile tour of the fort and surrounding picturesque landscapes. Participants will see the newly renovated Upper Post and stops in and around the historic fort.
Visit Normandale Lake Bandshell on Thursday evenings throughout the summer for music from local groups, food trucks, and beer! On July 10, Coyote Wild will perform high-energy country rock music. Enjoy food from Hydration Shuttle, Muddy Tiger Indian Street Food, and Potter’s Pasties and beer from North Star Tavern.
The 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.
Cheer on the Minnesota Twins at a game at Target Field, easily accessible from Bloomington via the Metro Transit light rail! Book a Bloomington hotel stay before or after the game, and don’t forget to pick up Twins gear at one of Mall of America’s 500+ stores. Game schedule: July 11, 7:10 P.M. (Hip-Hop Postgame...
The biggest Asian food festival in the U.S., Panda Fest, is coming to Mall of America's North Lot this July! Experience the food, art, and cultural traditions of Asia at this one-of-a-kind market and spot for all things panda.
Conservation 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...
The Book Fair for Grown-Ups is a nostalgic, one-day event featuring 140 local authors, indie bookstores, and literary-themed crafters. Enjoy cozy book fair vibes, browse for your next great read, and sip craft beer while exploring—admission is $10 and includes a free drink ticket.