Arts & Entertainment

Live Music

Music lovers rejoice! From concerts in the park to music on the patio, we're a sweet spot for live music. Groove out on the latest hits from local artists or take a quick ride to downtown Minneapolis to catch the hottest big-name acts!

Band performing in the atrium of the ShowPlace ICON

U.S. Bank Stadium, Target Center & Xcel Energy Center

A view of the stage setup for Pink.

Downtown Minneapolis is host to some of the hottest acts around and we’re just a quick Uber ride away! Upcoming concerts at U.S. Bank Stadium, Target Center and Target Field include: Morgan Wallen, Bruno Mars, Conan Gray, Brandi Carlile, Cardi B, Florence + The Machine, and Demi Lovato. The Armory and First Avenue are also killer music venues that are nearby. Catch a show by Steve Aoki, FKA Twigs, Margo Price, Jesse Welles, Gary Numan, Gwar, The Maine, or Reverend Horton Heat, to name just a few.

Or travel slightly further east to St. Paul and the Grand Casino Arena for performances from Lady Gaga, Brandon Lake, Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire, Josh Groban, Alex Warren and so many others. From country and heavy metal to pop and R&B, we’re your ticket for a great place to stay before or after the concert!

St. Louis Park Rotary Club Summer Concert Series

summer concert with Salsa del Soul at Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater

The City of St. Louis Park partners with the St. Louis Park Rotary Club each summer to present the Summer Concert Series. Concerts are typically held on Wednesday evenings at 7 pm at Veterans’ Memorial Amphitheatre in Wolfe Park. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and enjoy a lovely summer evening outside listening to some amazing talent. All performances are free and family-friendly. The concerts feature a variety of genres, including rock and roll, blues, soul, Latin dance music, reggae and more. Previous performers include: The Castaways, Los Rebeldes, American Bootleg, Sons of Groove, and Salsa del Soul.

Two special Saturday evening concerts are offered each year: the country stylings of Jeff Dayton and a folk festival with Dan Israel and Friends.

Kids Summer Concert Series

Each summer, enjoy free kid’s entertainment at Veterans’ Memorial Amphitheatre in Wolfe Park. Bring a blanket and enjoy some summertime tunes, then stay to play on the playground, enjoy lunch in the park or swim at the Aquatic Park! Shows are held Wednesdays from 10 – 11 am, mid-June through August. Shows vary in length from 45 minutes to one hour. Performances are not covered; shades, hats and umbrellas are recommended. Previous musical acts include: Kidpower with Rachael, Tricia and the Toonies, Sticks & Tones, Jolly Pops, Teddy Band Bear and more.

Open Mic Night

On Thursday evenings in the summer, St. Louis Park hosts Open Mic Nights to support local artists and groups who are looking for an opportunity to get their name out there and perform for the public. Performances are held from 7 – 8 pm at Veterans’ Memorial Amphitheatre in Wolfe Park. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs, dinner or snacks, and enjoy some of the freshest entertainment around. Open Mic Night is suitable for all ages.

Concerts in the Park

concert at the Brookview Gazebo

The City of Golden Valley hosts Concerts in the Park at Brookview Park all summer long! The concerts are held on Mondays at 7 pm. Most bands perform at the gazebo, but a few larger groups perform at the large pavilion. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a variety of musical stylings, including 60’s rock, Latin dance music, big band, swing, world music and more. Previous performers include the Percolators, Pan Handlers Steel Drum Band, Salsa del Soul, Capri Big Band, and The 1st John Philip Sousa Memorial Band.

Park Tavern

live music on the patio at The Park Tavern

When the weather is nice, the Park Tavern hosts live music on their patio every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday night from 5:30 – 8 pm. Bands that frequently appear include: Small Town Radio, The Teddy Holidays, Ragtown, The Swamp Kings, Cabin String Band, Scottie Devlin, Liam Gerard, Colby Straka and many others.

Upcoming bands are always posted on Park Tavern’s Facebook page.

Schullers Tavern

Enjoy some of the finest live music in a roadhouse-style setting at Schullers Tavern. Live bands perform every Saturday night, October through April.