Come celebrate The Neighborhood Quartet’s first album release party! The new album from the group of acclaimed Minneapolis musicians grooves through the urban city scenes and floats above the ethereal prairie landscapes. Also joining this special evening is Dylan Hicks & Small Screens.
Acclaimed alternative/indie-pop duo The Talbott Brothers bring their signature vocal stylings to The Parkway! Blood is thicker than water, and there’s nothing like family creating music together to prove it. With contrasting blood-harmonies and left-handed/right-handed guitar playing, Nick and Tyler Talbott combine rock, blues, folk, and pop with honest storytelling in their songwriting. Indie pop/Americana artist Haley Johnsen opens the night!
It's the short film competition where YOU and other audience members decide what's worthy of the silver screen by yelling "GONG" or "LET IT PLAY.” Crowd applause determines the winner of the cash prize at the end of the night. It’s like The Gong Show for short films!
Two award-winning medical storytelling organizations, the Center for the Art of Medicine at the University of Minnesota (CFAM) and The Nocturnists Satellites team up to present The Art of Medicine: Intersections – an evening of storytelling and live music by healthcare workers in Minneapolis. With storytelling direction provided by Story Arts of Minnesota and featuring the Ari Nahum Trio.
Presented in partnership with The Nocturnists Satellites and Story Arts of Minnesota.
The wildly popular podcast Bananas returns to The Parkway! Join the Banana Boys (Kurt Braunohler and Scotty Landes) as they host a live recording that’s more like a party than a podcast. You’re guaranteed some strange news, lots of crazy stories, and one adorable fan guy named Charlie Fromage.
In a career that has already spanned a half-century, Jorma Kaukonen is one of the most highly respected interpreters of American roots. music, blues, and rock. A member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and a Grammy recipient, Jorma was at the forefront of popular rock and roll, one of the founders of the San Francisco sound and a progenitor of psychedelic rock -- a founding member of two legendary bands, Jefferson Airplane and the still-touring Hot Tuna. Joining Jorma is acclaimed acoustic guitarist John Hurlbut.
After nearly a decade of musical friendship, it seems only fitting that the iconic Finnish musician Pekka Kuusisto and cult American singer-songwriter Gabriel Kahane have formalized their collaboration under the moniker ‘Council.’
LIVE TODAY LOVE TOMORROW TOUR MMXXIV presents a phalanx of British music artists who first came to prominence in North America during the original MTV music television era when The Alarm, Jay Aston’s Gene Loves Jezebel, and Belouis Some all broke onto the scene with music that collectively blurred and crossed the lines between new wave, alternative rock, and pop music as we now know it. Transmission's DJ Jake Rudh kicks off the night with a not-to-be-missed set at 6:30 pm!
Permanent Record, a collective of Minneapolis artists put together by beloved Minnesota music-maker Al Church, will perform Weezer’s legendary Blue Album front to back in celebration of its 30th birthday! Opening the night is In Circles, the Sunny Day Real Estate tribute, performing their album Diary, also celebrating its 30th anniversary.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Daily Show's Dulcé Sloan comes to The Parkway for a night of sharp stand-up comedy!
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.
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.
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.
Presented by Transvestite Soup // Enjoy The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) with a live shadow cast creating a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience!
Legendary duo Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams return to bring their signature stylings to The Parkway stage — this time in support of their brand new album, All This Time.
New York Times bestselling author Sally Hepworth comes to Minneapolis in support of her latest novel, Darling Girls. Lauded for her darkly comic, page-turning books, Darling Girls finds Hepworth at her best, with a novel alive with idiosyncratic characters, an unforgettable villain, and an unfailing capacity for humor and surprise. The author of nine novels, with sales topping more than one million copies worldwide, Hepworth lives in Melbourne, Australia. Presented by Valley Bookseller & Literature Lovers’ Night Out.
Ska, rocksteady, reggae….it all began with the legendary Ska-Talites! 2024 marks the 60th Anniversary of The Skatalites, the legendary Jamaican band that created the musical genre known as "ska." Don't miss this night of original Jamaican ska! DJ General Moses and Minneapolis ska band The Prizefighters open the night.
Thirty years after her formative busking days on the streets of Paris as a teenager, Madeleine Peyroux is the proud curator of nine beguiling albums and an accomplished performer with sell-out worldwide tours under her belt. Her extraordinary journey is one of the music industry’s most compelling, continuing to challenge the confines of jazz, venturing into the fertile fields of contemporary music with unfading curiosity. She comes to Minneapolis to celebrate her forthcoming new album, to be released in early 2024. Opening the night is eclectic singer-songwriter Jill Sobule.
A smash hit at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Greta Titelman's Exquisite Lies is an intimate evening of storytelling and song that thrillingly investigates the most deranged and dramatic person in Greta's life – herself.
Acclaimed Michigan folk artist May Erlewine brings her spring tour to Minneapolis, offering an intimate evening of music and togetherness. The renowned singer/songwriter’s songs cut right to the heart of things, creating a space to feel, and to enjoy a night of music and community. Joining Erlewine on guitar, the incredibly talented Packy Lundholm.
The Shabby Road Orchestra present a rare orchestrated live performance of the Beatles' landmark 8th album, performed in its entirety from start to finish, along with a second set devoted to late-period Beatles classics.
Sara Schaefer brings her critically acclaimed solo show to Minneapolis for one night only! Satirizing the comedy business, Schaefer teaches you how to unlock your potential by defeating your hecklers, developing your TS (thick skin), and achieving total perfect comedy success.
The Weight Band is led by Jim Weider, a 15-year former member of The Band and the Levon Helm Band. Their performances feature original songs as well as fan favorites from The Band's catalog, including 'Up on Cripple Creek,' 'The Weight,' and 'The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down.'
Prepare a five-minute story about resentment. Warranted or irrational, lifelong or short-term. Plotting revenge or quietly carrying the chip on your shoulder. Did they really show up to prom in the same dress? Will I ever get my money back? Tales about the fire that feeds you; the forgiveness that frees you; the bitterness that destroys you.
Local melody makers Consolation Champ celebrate the release of their new album Shorthand for a Long Walk. Special guests Farewell Milwaukee join for a memorable evening of Minnesota music you can bring your kids to (enjoy free admission for children 12 & under with their parents!).
The legendary mother-daughter duo returns to The Parkway! A rare Minneapolis appearance by internationally renowned singer/songwriters Suzzy Roche (The Roches) & Lucy Wainwright Roche.
Paula Cole comes to Minneapolis as part of her 2024 tour in support of her new album, Lo, her first album of original compositions in five years. An evening showcasing tracks from the acclaimed new release as well as her signature classic hits.
The Bygones (Josh Turner & Allison Young) come to Minneapolis on their debut album release tour! This show will be part of a national tour in support of their first full-length album of original music, coming out Spring 2024.
Acclaimed singer/songwriter Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul & Mary) and Christopher Yarrow, along with special guests Mustard’s Retreat and appearances from renowned Twin Cities musicians Dean McGraw, Ann Reed, and Richard Kriehn.
Featured on NPR's This American Life, the hit Off-Broadway show Solo: A Show About Friendship comes to Minneapolis for the first time! Minnesota comic Ben Katzner opens the show.
Comedians and IRL BFFs McKenzie Goodwin and Rachel Scanlon host the world’s greatest and gayest show of all time, Two Dykes and a Mic. Get your nose ready because you’re about to snort queer joy and laugh your gay cans off.
It's the short film competition where YOU and other audience members decide what's worthy of the silver screen by yelling "GONG" or "LET IT PLAY.” Crowd applause determines the winner of the cash prize at the end of the night. It’s like The Gong Show for short films!
Three office workers (Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda and Dolly Parton) live out their fantasies of getting even with and overthrowing their sexist, tyrannical, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot of a boss (Dabney Coleman) by reporting him to HR. Just kidding, they abduct him and run the business themselves.
Join us before the movie for a live music set by Favourite Girl.
Celebrate the launch of acclaimed romance novelist Abby Jimenez's new novel Just for the Summer with special guest Julie Soto!
Presented by Transvestite Soup // Enjoy The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) with a live shadow cast creating a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience!
Chris Estrada, star of the hit series This Fool, comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
Jeff Hiller (co-star of HBO's Somebody Somewhere) comes to The Parkway with his acclaimed stand-up performance, Middle Aged Ingenue.
Years before Americana music earned its own category at the Grammy Awards, Steve Forbert helped pioneer the genre's mix of folk, roots-rock, and richly delivered storytelling.
Prepare a five-minute story of a time you sparkled. Drippin’ in diamonds down the red carpet, smooth cruisin’ in a Corvette, or cosplaying as Marilyn Monroe. Share your shiniest, knock-out memories that no one believes or the moments that prove that all that glitters is gold.
35 years after their debut, the British sensation Jesus Jones comes to Minneapolis along with Chicago electronic-indie rockers Discoveries of the American Scientific. A set by Transmission’s DJ Jake Rudh kicks off the night!
Channeling the delicate, playful, and honest focus on songcraft and vocal harmony of groups like the Beatles and CSN&Y, Fruition creates timeless and genuine folk, roots, and rock ‘n roll. Special guest Willy Tea Taylor will perform an opening set.
Pioneering Celtic-punk-folk band Boiled In Lead celebrate 40 years of Rock ‘n’ Reel with a new album! The Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band will escort BiL onto the Parkway stage. Experimental folk duo Áit Ait open the show with their signature reinterpretations of traditional Irish songs.
With appearances on Netflix and Comedy Central and a hit debut album, Irene Tu comes to The Parkway with her Big They Energy tour. Expect an evening of "quick wit, relaxed stage presence, and hilariously off-the-wall observations."
