Interactive Art installation at Northern Spark in Minneapolis; photo by Max Haynes
Highlights this week include:
June 9-11, Fairmont
Interlaken Heritage Days
June 10, Minneapolis
Northern Spark
June 9-10, Nisswa
Nisswa-Stamman Scandinavian Folk Music Festival
June 10-11, Bemidji
Bemidji Bird City Celebration
June 8-10, Grand Rapids
The Wizard of Oz Festival at Judy Garland's Birth Home
Southern Minnesota
June 8-11, Mapleton
Mapleton Town & Country Days 2017
The Town & Country Days celebration includes carnival rides & games, live music, a street dance, beer garden, Kiddie Parade, Grande Parade, bingo, Demo Derby, Kids' Pedal Pull, quilt show, pancake breakfast, silent auction, pie & ice cream social, petting zoo, Walking Tour, Make-and-Take model building class, and more - complete schedule! 507-524-3492
June 9-10, Albert Lea
Eddie Cochran Weekend
The Eddie Cochran Weekend celebration is all about cars, music and fun with a car show, cruise-in social, live music & light show by Megaforce, a Whitesidewalls concert, and citywide garage sales! Downtown Albert Lea, Freeborn County Fairgrounds, and Country Inn & Suites. 507-373-2316
June 9-11, Morton
Lower Sioux Wacipi
The 40th Annual Lower Sioux Wacipi is a celebration of Native American heritage. This event showcases the music, dance and spirituality of the Dakota nation. In addition, enjoy fun runs, flag raising, the Grand Entry, and community meals. Wacipi Grounds. 507-697-6185
June 9-11, Fairmont
Interlaken Heritage Days
This community festival has a multitude of events packed into one weekend! Enjoy live music, the Borderline Cruisers car show, lip sync contest, hypnotist, Grande Parade, Kiddie Parade, street dance, Bouncefest, dick races, free canoe rides, pie & ice cream social, pork chops on a stick, and much more! Gomsrud Park and Heritage Acres. 507-235-8585
June 11-18, Montevideo
Fiesta Days Celebration
Fiesta Days includes a Fly-in & Pancake Breakfast, live music, senior & junior coronations, community picnic, kiddie parade, bean bag tournament, RibFest & Beer Garden, Fireman's Dance, and Grande Day Parade! 320-269-5527
June 17, Lanesboro
Art in the Park Fine Art Festival
The annual Art in the Park Fine Art Festival returns for its 37th year with with 90-plus fine art & craft booths, along with delicious and locally-prepared foods and ongoing live music by four acts. Sylvan Park. 507-467-2446
June 17, Peterson
Gammel Dag Fest
Gammel Dag (Norwegian for Good Old Days) is a Scandinavian Midsummer Festival featuring more than 15 Scandinavian artists demonstrating their folk art. Dine at the bandstand while enjoying Nordic dancers, live music, and bunads. Also enjoy wagon rides, a scavenger hunt, medicine man, crafters, puzzle contest, evening dance, museum tours, parade, vintage baseball games, drawings, and lefse, waffles, rommegrot, shortcake and pie! 507-875-2658
June 23-24, Mankato
Solstice Outdoor Music Festival
Solstice is Mankato's major outdoor summer event with music by local and regional musicians playing Rock, Americana & Country Music. Also enjoy the 4th Annual Mankato’s Kids Got Talent Contest, and lots of arts, crafts and food vendors. Festival and camping at Land of Memories Park & Campground. 507-340-6809
Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
June 9, Prior Lake
Tony Bennett
Tony Bennett is a musician who touches the hearts and souls of audiences with his legendary vocals and charming stage presence. His long list of achievements, spanning over 60 years, includes 19 Grammy Awards, including the prestigious Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, making this artist a true international treasure. See him live on the Mystic Showroom! 952-496-6563
June 9-10, Chanhassen
Almost Paradise - 1984 Prom Night
Journey back to your '80s prom night during the time of big permed hair, loud fashion, giant bows, skinny ties, boom boxes, cassette tapes, roller skates and big puffy prom dresses! Wear your '80s prom fashion if you'd like and be part of the radical party as the band, made up of some of your “classmates,” play your favorite hits from '82-'84! Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. 952-934-1525
June 9-10, Winsted
Winstock Country Music & Camping Festival
The 24th Winstock Country Music Festival will feature Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Brantley Gilbert, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Locash, Tucker Beathard, Drake White & the Big Fire, Lindsey Ell, Ryan Hurd, Runaway June and Brooke Eden. Winstock festival grounds. 320-485-4287
June 10, Minneapolis & St. Paul
Northern Spark
Join tens of thousands of people and explore the city's great cultural institutions, play in temporary street installations, and enjoy experimental performances all along the METRO Green Line, connecting Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Venues throughout Minneapolis. 888-676-6757
June 10, St. Paul
Old Crow Medicine Show performing 'Blonde on Blonde'
The Old Crow Medicine Show started busking on street corners in 1998 in New York state, winning audiences along the way with their boundless energy and spirit. The band has gone on to receive the honor of being inducted as members of the Grand Ole Opry, and have won two Grammy Awards. Additionally, their classic single, “Wagon Wheel”, received the RIAA’s Platinum certification in 2013 for selling over 1,000,000 copies. Palace Theatre. 612-338-8388
June 10-11, Excelsior
Excelsior Art on the Lake
The 37th Annual Art on the Lake is an engaging creative experience that showcases a wide array of high quality art and craft, both contemporary and traditional, by 140 artistis! In addition, enjoy 7 live music performances, beer & wine tent, and local artisan food creations. Excelsior Commons Park. 952-474-6461
June 10-11, St. Paul
Minnesota Antiques Dealers Annual Antiques Show and Sale
A sale of fine antiques from American Period Furniture to folk-art and whimsy at various price points -- something for everybody! Sponsered by the Minnesota Antiques Dealers Association. Ticket good for both days. Minnesota State Fairgrounds' Fine Arts Bldg. 651-430-0095
June 10-11, St. Paul
Germanic-American Institute's Deutsche Tage (German Days)
Deutsche Tage, the Twin Cities' most authentic celebration of German culture and heritage, is a family-friendly event showcasing authentic German food, beer, music, dancing, and vendors. Enjoy Viennese Kaffeehaus, Fiaker carriage rides, culture demos, Bicyclists' Biergarten, and more! Germanic-American Institute. 651-222-7027
June 14-18, Buffalo
Buffalo Days
Carnival rides and games run Wednesday through Sunday. Also enjoy a showing of The Secret Life of Pets in the park, live music, Grande Parade, Kiddie Parade, Buffalo Sings contest, fireworks, beer gardens, Fishing Klinic for Kids, and Royalty Coronation. Sturges Park. 763-682-4902
June 14-18, North Branch
Midsummer Days
The 92nd Annual Midsummer Days celebration includes street dances, carnival & midway, Family Fun Shows, Grande Parade, Kiddie Midsummer Olympics, Kiddie Parade, water fight, and more! Central Park. 651-674-4077
June 16-18, Minneapolis
Stone Arch Bridge Festival
Enjoy a full weekend of art and music on the Minneapolis Riverfront with more than 200 artists, concerts on three stages, the Art of the Car Show, the Stone Arch Beer Sampler, and Family Activities Stage. 952-473-6422
June 24, Minneapolis
Twin Cities Pride Festival
The 2017 Twin Cities Pride Festival features over 400 exhibitors, 4 stages with music and entertainment, and 40 food and beverage booths. The Pride Parade will take run along 3rd Street from Willow/Loring Park to Portland Avenue on Sunday, June 25. Loring Park. 612-255-3260
Upcoming Twin Cities' concerts and performances:
Rent (Touring) at the Historic Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, June 6-11
Willie Nelson, the Charlie Daniels Band, Bruce Hornsby, & the Noisema at Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Welch, June 9
Jamm Dance Company Present Jamm Nation at the Ames Center in Burnsville, June 9-10
Wayne Brady at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, June 10
Motown - The Musical at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, June 11-16
Celtic Woman at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, June 13
The Total Package Tour: NKOTB with Paula Abdul & Boyz II Men at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, June 14
Seth Meyers at the Historic State Theatre in Minneapolis, June 16
Demetri Martin: Let's Get Awkward Tour at the Historic State Theatre, June 17
Seu Jorge Presents The Life Aquatic: A Tribute To David Bowie at the Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis, June 17
Don Henley at the Xcel Energy Center, June 18
Bethel Music - A Night of Worship at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium at St. Paul RiverCentre, June 19
Adam Sandler: Here Comes the Funny Tour at Treasure Island Resort & Casino, June 21
Lionel Richie at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, June 22
Tig Notaro with special guest Fortune Feimster at the Historic State Theatre, June 22
John Rogan - Strange Times 2017 Tour at the Historic State Theatre, June 23
Led Zeppelin 2 at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, June 25
King Crimson at the Historic State Theatre, June 26
The Moody Blues: Days of Future Passed 50th Anniversary Tour at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, June 27
Dancing with the Stars: Live! at the Historic State Theatre, June 30
Journey at Treasure Island Resort & Casino, July 1
Ed Sheeran at the Xcel Energy Center, July 1
Motown the Musical (Touring) at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, July 11-16
Tickets available through Eventful or Ticketmaster.
Central Minnesota
June 9-10, Nisswa
Nisswa-Stamman Scandinavian Folk Music Festival
Enjoy a celebration of Scandinavian and Scandinavian/American folk music in the northwoods. Performers travel from all over the world to come and play at this festival. In addition to performances by 150 folk musicians from throughout America and Scandinavia performing on 3 stages, there will be workshops, day-long dancing opportunities on two dance floors, dance instruction, a cultural children's activity tent, and great Scandinavian food, all under the shade of the majestic Norway pines. Nisswa Pioneer Village. 218-764-2994, 800-950-9610
June 9-11, Onamia
Onamia Days
Highlights of Onamia Days - A Walk Through History include Family Fun Show Carnival games and rides, Grande Parade, Classic Car Show, Demo Derby, Arts & Crafts Fair, street dances, Kiddie Parade, coin hunt, turtle races, medallion hunt, games, sidewalk sales, and much more. 320-532-3202
June 10-11, Milaca
Artisan Festival
Enjoy a festival celebrating artists, crafters and musicians with live music, awesome BBQ, artist demonstrations, and handcrafted items by blacksmiths, jewelers, glassblowers, flintknappers, woodworkers, and more. Hairy Mosquito Trading Company. 320-983-5240
June 10-18, Hutchinson
Hutchinson Jaycee Water Carnival
Started in 1942, the Hutchinson Water Carnival has evolved into a multi-event celebration. Enjoy fireworks, live music performances, a medallion hunt, Run by the River, performance by the Little Crow Ski Team, Miss Hutchinson Pageant, Grande Day Parade, Kiddie Parade, Painting in the Park, Kids' Fun Day, Queen's Dance, and much more! 320-587-5252
June 14-18, Perham
Perham Turtle Fest
Turtle Fest, Perham's large summer celebration, includes a parade, rodeo, turtle races, magic and fun shows, vendors, train rides, inflatable games, hog roast, live music, children's activities, and much more! Downtown Perham and fairgrounds. 218-346-7710
June 16, Onamia
Commodores
The funky sounds of Motown are coming this summer! Don't miss the legendary Commodores performing their #1 singles like "Easy," "Three Times a Lady," and "Brick House." They've sold over 70 million albums, and their 1985 hit "Nightshift" won a Grammy for Best Vocal R&B Performance! Grand Casino Mille Lacs. 800-745-3000
June 16-17, Willmar
Studio Hop
Visit 10 local artist studios, meet 20 artists, and check out an eclectic mix of artwork including paintings, sculpture, pottery, photography, and mixed-media during the 13th Annual Studio Hop. 320-235-8560
June 24, Alexandria
Awake The Lakes Ribfest
The Awake The Lakes Ribfest features live music, beer gardens, fireworks, a Famiily Fun Zone, craft vendors, demonstrations, and of course, amazing BBQ ribs! Big Ole Park. 320-808-5083
June 24, Onamia
Purple Reign: Tribute to Prince
Don't miss Purple Reign, a Tribute to Prince at Grand Casino Mille Lacs. 800-745-3000
Northwest Minnesota
April 26 - June 17, East Grand Forks
Hope and Freedom: Mending the Soul by Christine Foster
Christine's artwork tells the stories of abuse survivors who have not only survived but have experienced hope and freedom. Riverwalk Centre. 218-399-0162
June 9, Mahnomen
Easton Corbin
Easton Corbin is one of the most successful new artists in country music. His traditional country sound, authentic lyrics, and mastery of understatement have propelled him to the top of country music. Hits include "A Little More Country Than That," "Roll With It," "I Can't Love You Back," "Lovin' You is Fun," and "All Over the Road." Shooting Star Casino. 218-935-2711, 218-935-2701
June 9, Fargo/Moorhead
Happy Harry's Ribfest
Enjoy award-winning BBQ ribs, chicken, corn on the cob, a petting zoo, carnival rides, games galore, and national acts performing on stage at the Fargodome. This year's performers include Collective Soul, Night Ranger, and Diamond Rio. 701-241-9100
June 10, Park Rapids
Author Fest - Celebrating Writers in Minnesota
Author Fest, an annual celebration of Minnesota writers, is a great time to meet roughly 20 authors, hear them read, and purchase signed copies of their books. American Legion. 218-732-4111
June 10-11, Bemidji
Bemidji Bird City Celebration
Bemidji is Minnesota’s newest ‘Bird City!" Join the celebration and learn about native birds through programs and birding tours, and find out what local groups are doing to make Bemidji a 'bird-friendly' town! Lake Bemidji State Park, Bemidji State University, and Cameron Park Pavilion. 218-444-3915
June 17, Moorhead
Everclear "So Much for the Afterglow 20th Anniversary Tour" with Vertical Horizon & Fastball
It's been 20 years since Everclear released their 1997 multiplatinum smash So Much For The Afterglow, yet the album remains a beloved fan favorite, and continues to inspire new generations of musicians & fans today. Everclear is about to embark on a highly anticipated tour celebrating its milestone anniversary, with plans to perform the album front to back, including some tracks the band has never played live. Bluestem Amphitheater. 866-300-8300
June 17, Frazee
Frazee Rib Fest
Enjoy amazing ribs and all the fixings during the third annual Frazee Rib Fest, with a street dance and live outdoor music by Destiny and Thunder Ridge. Frazee-Vergas VFW. 218-334-2124
June 18, Moorhead
Buddy Guy & Jonny Lang
Don't miss Buddy Guy & Jonny Lang live! Buddy Guy has received 7 Grammy Awards, a 2015 Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award, 34 Blues Music Awards (the most any artist has received), the Billboard Magazine Century Award for distinguished artistic achievement, a Kennedy Center Honor, and the Presidential National Medal of Arts. At the age of 16, Jonny Lang found incredible success with the release of his major label debut album Lie To Me. Lang has shared the stage with The Rolling Stones, B.B. King, Aerosmith, Sting, and Buddy Guy. Bluestem Amphitheater. 866-300-8300
June 23-25, Warroad
Pow Wow Seven Clans Casino
The 8th Annual Traditional Pow Wow features world-renowned drum groups, Grand Entries, and food vendors serving up fry bread tacos, Chippewa burgers, chicken wild rice soup, and other Native American favorites. Specialty vendors will offer traditional clothes, blankets, hats, jewelry, trinkets, and more. Seven Clans Casino. 800-815-8293
Northeast Minnesota
June 8-10, Grand Rapids
The Wizard of Oz Festival at Judy Garland's Birth Home
Come Celebrate the Wizard of Oz and Judy Garland with some very special events including a talent contest, Oz & Judy Jeopardy, high tea & music, Introduction to Oz by historian and documentarian John Fricke, outdoor showing of The Wizard of Oz on a jumbo screen, Dash for the Ruby Slippers 5K, and Emerald City Fest. 218-327-9276, 218-326-1900
June 8-12, Grand Marais
Findings Jewelry Symposium
I you love jewelry then the Jewelry Symposium is for you! Learn from renowned artists and network with other jewelry enthusiasts to explore the intersection between contemporary and traditional jewelry methods. A great blend of classes, demonstrations, artist talks and a catered panel lunch discussion - you can spend the whole weeked or just come for an individual session. Grand Marais Art Colony. 218-387-2737
June 9, Hinckley
Dwight Yoakam
Country singer-songwriter Dwight Yoakam is considered a pioneer in country music, selling over 25 million albums worldwide including 12 gold albums and 9 platinum releases. Top 10 songs include "Honky Tonk Man," "Please, Please Baby," "Little Ways," "I Sang Dixie," "It Only Hurts When I Cry," "Fast as You," and "Thousand Miles from Nowhere." He's won two Grammys and earned an incredible 21 nominations! Grand Casino Hinckley. 800-745-3000
June 10-11, Ely
The Great American Canoe Festival
Enjoy all things paddle, and celebrate the story of the canoe and paddles sports, at the heart of the Canoe Capital of the World. The Great American Canoe Festival includes symposiums, demonstrations, a family fun paddle, paddling classes, vendors, The Mighty Paddle Challenge Race, and much more. Semer's Park and other Ely area venues. 218-206-4702
June 16-18, Grand Marais
Wooden Boat Show & Summer Solstice Festival
Check out rows of handmade and unique watercraft, a boat parade, craft demonstrations, an evening square dance, boat and tool auction, chili and brats, all during the annual Wooden Boat Show and Summer Solstice Festival. Other highlights include workshops, courses, stories of boat builders, sailors and travelers, and assistance planning your next adventure! North House Folk School. 218-387-9762
June 17, Duluth
Grandma's Marathon
This scenic 26.2-mile runs follows the beautiful North Shore of Lake Superior. Non-runners will enjoy live entertainment by Everclear, Snake Oil, and others, as well as a post-race celebration, the Essentia Health & Fitness Expo, and Michelina’s All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner! 218-727-0947
June 17-18, Virginia
Land of the Loon Arts & Crafts Festival
The Land of the Loon Arts & Crafts Festival features hundreds of artisan, craft and food vendors in beautiful, historic Olcott Park. Start the morning with a good, old-fashioned parade, then stroll through pathways lined with unique, handcrafted items. 218-749-8161
June 24-25, Lutsen
Lutsen 99er Moutain Bike Races
The Lutsen 99er is your chance to race through the beauty of Minnesota’s North Shore. With other distances like the 69er, 39er, 19er and kids' races, this weekend is packed with fun, adventure and killer mountain biking for everyone. Also enjoy a Friday night BBQ, and post-race party on Saturday night with live music in the courtyard. Lutsen Mountains. 952-229-7330
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