Bruno Mars Minneapolis 2026 brings The Romantic Tour to U.S. Bank Stadium, marking his first full stadium tour in nearly a decade.
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Fall jazz lineup promises new albums and live performances
From Craig Taborn’s “Trio of Bloom” to JD Allen’s “Love Letters” and Charles Lloyd’s “Figure in Blue,” fall jazz in Minnesota is rich with new sounds and live highlights. The Dakota’s October slate features Kenny Garrett, Dee Dee Bridgewater with Bill Charlap, and Brandee Younger, with Herbie Hancock at the Orpheum.
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Twin Cities Veg Fest Returns September 21 with Food, Music, and Compassion
Twin Cities Veg Fest Saint Paul comes to Harriet Island Park on Sept. 21 with free admission, vegan food from 30+ vendors, live music, cooking demos, fitness sessions, and 75+ makers.
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New albums and festivals make for a rich jazz season
From major label releases to free local festivals, this summer offers a rich jazz experience for listeners everywhere. Read about new albums by Danny Grissett, Christian McBride, and Dee Dee Bridgewater, plus live shows like Lizz Wright at the Dakota and the Selby Avenue Jazz Festival in St. Paul.
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Hennepin Fest to spotlight women artists
Hennepin Fest on May 31 will showcase Minnesota women musicians and poets at Washburn Fair Oaks Park, promoting unity, creativity, and cultural resistance.
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5th Annual Black State Fair returns to showcase Black entrepreneurship
The annual Black State Fair in Minneapolis is celebrating five years of highlighting Black entrepreneurship, featuring over 50 Black-owned businesses.