Live Events
A celebration of the vibrant Argentine tango music scene in Minneapolis and St. Paul. This rare concert experience features over 35 musicians, performing large-form tango music by legendary composers Anibal Troilo, Osvaldo Pugliese, and Astor Piazolla, along with works by contemporary composers living in Buenos Aires today. Designed for all audiences, from tango lovers to those totally new to the music, this Showcase Concert is presented by the Twin Cities Tango Collective, working to cultivate tango music culture and community. Come experience the music of Buenos Aires right here in Minneapolis!
XTC is one of the UK's most revered and influential bands. For almost four decades, XTC fans could only dream of witnessing the sensational XTC classic songbook played live. That dream has now become a reality. XTC’s legendary drummer, Terry Chambers, is back on the road with his band EXTC (named and approved by XTC frontman, Andy Partridge). EXTC return to The Parkway following a triumphant sold-out performance in 2022, presenting a full set of XTC classics, from their adrenalised early anthems through the psychedelia-infused rock of their later albums.
Join internationally-renowned Elvis tribute artist Anthony Shore as he celebrates his May birthday -- and Mother's Day! Along with his all-star band (horns! strings! backing singers!), Shore will present an evening of Presley classics, including hits from Elvis on the silver screen to an iconic Las Vegas-inspired set. A night of music to be remembered!
Enjoy two sets of music by DOSH and NEESH, followed by the premiere of Stone Cold Boogie, directed by Hamil Griffin-Cassidy.
50th Anniversary Screening of Foxy Brown (1974) featuring legendary film icon Pam Grier in conversation with Miss Shannan! After a screening of the classic Blaxploitation film, Grier will share a personal video about her life and career and talk about her work.
Widely heralded for "the sophisticated intelligence and provocative originality of his songs" (The Boston Globe), there are few contemporary songwriters that come anywhere close to the talent of John Gorka. A rare night with a musical legend.
The acclaimed Grammy-nominated Americana duo The Secret Sisters come to The Parkway in support of their just-released new album, Mind, Man, Medicine. Former Band of Horses lead guitarist Tyler Ramsey opens the night.
Second night added! The acclaimed Grammy-nominated Americana duo The Secret Sisters come to The Parkway in support of their just-released new album, Mind, Man, Medicine. Former Band of Horses lead guitarist Tyler Ramsey opens the night.
Considered one of the preeminent master guitarists in the world, Stephane Wrembel specializes in the style of legendary composer/guitarist Django Reinhardt. Under his name and the nom de plume, The Django Experiment, Wrembel comes to The Parkway along with his world-class band, including Josh Kaye on guitar; Ari Folman-Cohen on bass; and Nick Anderson on drums.
The Parkway presents the Twin Cities premiere of Radical, the latest production from acclaimed writer, director & activist Toussaint Morrison.
The acclaimed comedian, writer, and actress Cathy Ladman comes to The Parkway! Opening the night is Emmy Award-winning magician and comic David Harris.
Presented by Transvestite Soup // Enjoy The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) with a live shadow cast creating a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience!
Join host Rebecca Sheir and composer Eric Shimelonis, plus a talented cast of actors, as they bring WBUR's popular podcast Circle Round stories to life on stage in Minneapolis! Featuring a live recording of two brand-new tales, allowing you to be part of the Circle Round magic! Rebecca and Eric will also be available for a meet & greet after the show, along with exclusive Circle Round tour merch!
Prepare a five-minute story about the best-laid plans that — weren't. From bungled diamond heists to busted dinner reservations, tell us about foolproof schemes gone bad, a cunning plot that went awry. Muffler malfunctions also welcome.
HUMP! is back in 2024 with not one, but TWO all-new, feature-length line-ups! Part One includes 24 brand-spanking-new films that will rock your world. The HUMP! Film Festival is renowned for its daring, thought-provoking showcases of short erotic films, created by real people for real people.
An evening of film, performance, and dialogue exploring the diversity of sensory processing through the lenses of art and science featuring Twin Cities performance artist Michael Wolfe and neuroscientist Guadalupe Astorga will talk about her research on the neurodiversity of visual perception.
Australian comedian Aaron Chen comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
This mockumentary, hailed as “a sporadically amusing but all-too-uneven piece of work" by Reel Film Reviews and “a mediocre satire of heavy rock bands” by Spirituality and Practice Magazine, chronicles an aging metal band’s last shot at fame and glory. This mock synopsis author takes exception to this mockumentary being called a “comedy.” There is nothing funny about satire.
Join us before the movie for a live music set by Cindy Lawson.
Celebrate Pride at The Parkway! Trailblazing lesbian comedians Jen Kober and Suzanne Westenhoefer will have you rolling in the aisles with their signature comedy antics. Opening the night is Minnesota comic legend-in-the-making Jason Schommer.
Renowned Twin Cities jazz ensemble the Larry McDonough Quartet performs a set of material by legendary artists Dexter Gordon and Herbie Hancock, followed by a special screening of the 1986 Academy Award-winning film, Round Midnight.
Over his almost 30-year career, Matt Nathanson has evolved into one of the most applauded songwriters and engaging performers on the music scene today.
Filmmaker Jonathan Demme captures the frantic energy and artsy groove of Talking Heads as they perform hits such as 'Psycho Killer' and 'Take Me to the River' at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre in 1983, giving rise, 40 years later, to a fashion trend of oddly-oversized suits.
Iconic singer/songwriter and author Loudon Wainwright III makes his Parkway debut along with an opening set by very special guest, musician and author Wesley Stace (formerly John Wesley Harding).
Don't miss this truly campy take on True Crime TV! Hosts Ellyn Marsh and Joey Taranto present an on-stage performance of their hit True Crime and comedy podcast I Think Not! Live.
The popular event returns on Juneteenth! Celebrate Prince's birthday with legendary Twin Cities band Dr. Mambo's Combo performing a full night of music from the creator of the Minneapolis Sound.
Elite Manhattan drag queens Vida Boheme (Patrick Swayze) and Noxeema Jackson (Wesley Snipes) impress regional judges in competition, securing berths in the Nationals in Los Angeles. When the two meet drag novice Chi-Chi Rodriguez (John Leguizamo), the charmed Vida and Noxeema agree to take the hopeless youngster under their wing. Soon, the three set off on a madcap road trip across America to make it to Los Angeles in time, in this film hailed as “a nightmare for anyone whose job is to put the letters on the marquee.”
Join us before the movie for a burlesque show hosted by Queenie Von Curves!
Saturday Night Live's Chloe Troast comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of comedy!
The hilarious podcast All Fantasy Everything returns to The Parkway on its continued quest to fantasy draft the whole entire world!
Australian guitar savant Taj Farrant may be young, but his natural musical ability surpasses his age. This down-to-earth Aussie kid is a natural born rocker through and through. Opening the night is Taj’s sister Jazel, along with a set by iconic American guitar rockers Nathan Bryce & Loaded Dice.
Sparks fly when Violet (Jennifer Tilly) sets eyes on Corky (Gina Gershon) in an elevator. Violet is the girlfriend of a violent gangster, Caesar (Joe Pantoliano), while Corky is fresh out of prison and doing renovations on the apartment next door. As the two women launch into a passionate love affair, they assemble a plan for Violet to escape from Caesar, along with two million dollars of the mob's money and a closet full of leather dresses.
Join us before the movie for a burlesque show hosted by Queenie Von Curves!
New York Times best-selling author Gabrielle Zevin comes to The Parkway to celebrate her tenth novel, Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow.
Celebrate Pride weekend at The Parkway with nationally headlining queer musical comedian Kristin Key. Her hilarious viral videos — including the iconic “Lesbian National Anthem” — have garnered over 25 million views online, along with her six albums and a DryBar special.
Second show added! Celebrate Pride weekend at The Parkway with nationally headlining queer musical comedian Kristin Key. Her hilarious viral videos — including the iconic “Lesbian National Anthem” — have garnered over 25 million views online, along with her six albums and a DryBar special.
The New York Times bestselling author of The Diamond Eye and The Rose Code returns with a haunting and powerful story of female friendships and secrets in a Washington, DC, boarding house during the McCarthy era.
Steely Dane, the ultimate Steely Dan tribute, returns to The Parkway for a two-night stint celebrating this legendary band's iconic catalog. Each night will feature classic hits and deep cuts—a guaranteed different set list each night! Attend both nights and get 25% off your tickets for the second night. Steely Dane faithfully reproduces the songs of legendary rock and jazz artists Steely Dan and Donald Fagen.
Steely Dane, the ultimate Steely Dan tribute, returns to The Parkway for a two-night stint celebrating this legendary band's iconic catalog. Each night will feature classic hits and deep cuts—a guaranteed different set list each night! Attend both nights and get 25% off your tickets for the second night. Steely Dane faithfully reproduces the songs of legendary rock and jazz artists Steely Dan and Donald Fagen.
One of Minnesota's most beloved troubadours, Mason Jennings returns to The Parkway for two nights for a very special 20th anniversary celebration of his fourth studio album, Use Your Voice (2004).
Dublin legends The High Kings are known worldwide as the pre-eminent voice of Irish folk music. In 2023 The High Kings celebrated 15 years together by releasing 15 new tracks along with their 8th studio album, The Road Not Taken.
Legendary Scottish musician and producer Midge Ure (Ultravox, Visage) brings his Band In A Box tour to The Parkway! Transmission’s DJ Jake Rudh kicks off the night!
Comedian and actor Ben Bailey (Emmy Award-winning host of the smash hit series Cash Cab, still in syndication around the world) brings his signature stand-up revue to The Parkway. Don't miss this legend in action!
Second night added! The first banana appeared on earth 10,000 years ago. Randy Feltface believes humanity has been in a downward spiral ever since. The only logical solution is a brand new hour of comedy from a felt-faced comedian with an axe to grind.
The first banana appeared on earth 10,000 years ago. Randy Feltface believes humanity has been in a downward spiral ever since. The only logical solution is a brand new hour of comedy from a felt-faced comedian with an axe to grind.
Two nights! Following his hit Netflix special, Sweet & Juicy, comedy superstar Sheng Wang comes to The Parkway with a brand-new evening of hilarious stand-up comedy!
Daniel Villarreal has long been a widely known and beloved musician in Chicago, veering between folkloric Latin music and the city’s flourishing jazz and improvised music scene. Originally from Panama, Villarreal fuses his pan-Latin style with influences of psychedelic rock, Cumbia, Afro-beat, boogaloo, rock, free experimental jazz, hip-hop, and funk to create an original contemporary soundscape. Presented by KFAI’s Temposphere.
Herd of ‘em?!? Donna The Buffalo’s eclectic, signature sound and often socially conscious music is founded in traditional mountain music, fused with elements of Cajun, Zydeco, rock, folk, reggae, and country. Be ready to dance!
The acclaimed Mississippi-born singer/songwriter Paul Thorn and his band bring their signature musical stylings to The Parkway — a night of gritty, bluesy, Southern rock, country & Americana! A rare, intimate appearance at The Parkway!
Do Re #MeToo is back! An unforgettable and hilarious evening of powerful feminists reclaiming the most misogynistic songs you love to hate — all to benefit the amazing work of Abortion Access Front (AAF).
An intimate solo performance by acclaimed singer/songwriter Josh Rouse. With his signature mix of pop, rock, and Americana, Rouse has released a steady stream of critically lauded records that have solidified his status as one of his generation’s greatest songwriters.
Wits, the beloved radio program and Twin Cities comedy and music institution is reuniting for a live performance at The Parkway! Host John Moe and band leader John Munson will be joined by house band The Witnesses and special surprise guests for an evening of sketch comedy, improv, music, and conversation.
Internet sensation Lyle Forever brings his beloved Therapy Gecko Live show to The Parkway!
Internationally-renowned Elvis tribute artist Anthony Shore and his All-Star Band present their 12th annual holiday review! An evening celebrating Elvis Presley's incredible Christmas Songbook.