Because oversharing… is caring! An evening of music and stories from musician, actor, and author Lola Kirke, in support of her third studio album, Trailblazer — a singular blend of classic country tropes and ethereal sonic landscapes —  and her debut book,Wild West Village (Simon and Schuster 2025)  — a memoir-in-essays chronicling her dysfunctional upbringing in London and New York City, the highs and lows of her career as an actress in Hollywood, and her unusual path to Nashville and country music. Longtime musical collaborators Storey Littleton + Calder The Destroyer kick off the night!

Martin Zellar and his band return to The Parkway for a special Valentine’s Day tribute to the iconic music of legendary performer Neil Diamond.  A sweet night guaranteed!

For the first time since its debut on The Sundance Channel 25 years ago, writer-director-musician Eric Tretbar’s iconic film SNOW returns to the big screen for a special gala event. Dreams of youth give way to the realities of adulthood when a struggling guitarist spends a romantic 24 hours with an ex-punk rock girl around wintry Minneapolis. 

Come out for this classic. A romantic black comedy/existentialist drama that follows the exploits of Harold (Bud Cort), an 18-year-old intrigued with death. Harold drifts away from the life that his detached mother prescribes for him, and slowly develops a relationship with 79-year-old Maude (Ruth Gordon), who teaches Harold about living life to its fullest. In return Harold helps Maude set up her wi-fi router. Dan Israel opens the night, performing music from the iconic movie soundtrack by Cat Stevens, along with a selection of originals. Come early for cocktails!

Acclaimed author and artist Matt Dinniman comes to Minneapolis to celebrate his new book, Operation Bounce House! Presented by Magers & Quinn Booksellers.

Soul & blues sensation Nathan Graham returns to The Parkway by popular demand, this time performing with his full band! ​LAAMAR opens the night. Co-presented by KFAI.

Minnesota music icons once again come together for a very special night celebrating the musical legacy of another legend, George Harrison (born February 25, 1943). Presented by Willie’s American Guitars.

An evening of music and stories of resistance, community, and joy.

The Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition in which anyone can share a true, personal, five-minute story on the night's theme. This month’s theme — LOVE WINS!!

Join us for the Mille Movie Club in "reel" life! Cocktails in the lobby from 6-7 pm, followed by a screening of Wong Kar Wai’s In the Mood for Love.

The reunion tour of the legendary collaboration On A Winter’s Night returns to Minneapolis! Four acclaimed folk musicians, one beautiful night of music.

A fairy tale adventure about a beautiful young woman (Robin Wright) and her one true love (Cary Elwes). He must find her after a long separation and save her. They must battle the evils of the mythical kingdom of Florin to be reunited with each other. Please, no remakes. 

Rising comedy star Nico Carney comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!

Ulysses Morazan brings his comedic online presence to the stage in I Love Uly… The Tour! A night of variety and laughs.

Considered one of the best songwriters of his generation, The Parkway is thrilled to once again present legendary troubadour Freedy Johnston as he celebrates his iconic album, Can You Fly, re-released for the first time in 25 years! Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Molly Maher kicks off the night.

A night of exceptional original compositions from three highly-awarded Minnesota artists whose careers span decades, musical genres, and across the globe. What brings these three together? Melody Melody Melody! Featuring Billy McLaughlin, Michael Monroe, and Peter Mayer! Celebrate the first Monday in March with this very special third annual event!

The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is proud to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades of unforgettable stories, breathtaking landscapes, and a community bound by a passion for fly fishing. This milestone year promises to be a landmark event, as the tour kicks off with a fresh collection of the finest fly fishing films from across the globe.

American pop/rock legends The Smithereens come to The Parkway along with very special guest vocalist John Cowsill! One of America’s most enduring rock bands, building a distinctive sound rooted in the melodic punch of the British Invasion, fused with the raw energy of American garage rock.

Stand-up comedian Jake Cornell returns to The Parkway for a hilarious night of comedy! 

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.”

Massively popular comic Will Burkart comes to The Parkway on the heels of headlining the Netflix is a Joke Festival and premiering his debut comedy special, Warm Regards. 

Katie Boyle is an Irish comedian living in New York City. Her favorite stand-up topics are her journey through American culture, dating, therapy, and shame! 

Encore screening of the 1928 French silent film, The Passion of Joan of Arc, live-scored with an original composition by Paris 1919. Co-presented by Sound Unseen.

GRAMMY Award-winning Cajun legends BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet return to Minneapolis!

Way to go! You made it through January! As a little treat, why don’t you and a friend or three go see a nice movie about LOVE! Afraid of commitment? You can always buy tickets to the individual films as well! A free bag of popcorn with each screening is included with the Movie Pass. Come early for trivia and cocktails!

Neo (Keanu Reeves) believes that Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne), an elusive figure considered to be the most dangerous man alive, can answer his question — What is the Matrix? Neo is contacted by Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss), a beautiful stranger who leads him into an underworld where he meets Morpheus. They fight a brutal battle for their lives against a cadre of viciously intelligent secret agents. Chat GPT reviews: “Not worth watching/worrying about.” Come early for trivia and drinks!

Jazz vocalist/composer and actor Somi comes to The Parkway fresh off the heels of her Tony-nominated Broadway debut. Somi's set will be full of fan favorites and a preview of songs from her forthcoming album. 

An incredible night of psychedelic and shoegaze, showcasing three of the Twin Cities’ best new bands — Magic Castles, Chatham Rise, and Lana Leone — with proceeds to support Immigrant Defense Network and Community Aid Network MN.

Comedian Emily Wilson comes to The Parkway! She's toured with Please Don't Destroy and has been praised by the New York Times. Catch her on her new tour for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy and music.

Six eccentric strangers gather at a secluded mansion, where their mysterious host is murdered. Accusations fly. Bodies pile up. The guests race through secret passages to uncover who did it, with what weapon, and where. And suddenly your sibling throws a tantrum, flips over the board, and quits in the middle of the game (movie). Come early for trivia and cocktails in the lobby!

Multi-hyphenate performer and Rupaul's Drag Race winner Monét X Change comes to The Parkway for a  hilarious night of stand-up comedy! 

Boiled In Lead (BiL) is the longest-running Celtic punk band in America, and an important part of the foundation of what became Minnesota punk rock. For their 43rd anniversary, BiL release King of the Dogwoods, their first studio recording in over a decade. The Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band will escort BiL onto the Parkway stage, and local legend Pop Wagner kicks things off with a solo set. 

A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims. Wilford Brimley stars. Come early for trivia and themed cocktails in the lobby!

Two Blues legends, one incredible night of music at The Parkway!

Considered one the world’s leading Celtic rock bands, The Young Dubliners come to Minneapolis as part of their upcoming 2026 Hot Toddy Tour! Special guests Wild Colonial Bhoys open the night!

With appearances on Netflix and Comedy Central and a hit debut album, Irene Tu returns to The Parkway! Expect an evening of "quick wit, relaxed stage presence, and hilariously off-the-wall observations."

Actress, comedian, and activist Janeane Garofalo has been an American institution since she burst onto the scene in the mid ‘80s. Fourth night added due to incredible demand!

Actress, comedian, and activist Janeane Garofalo has been an American institution since she burst onto the scene in the mid ‘80s. Third night added due to incredible demand!

Actress, comedian, and activist Janeane Garofalo has been an American institution since she burst onto the scene in the mid ‘80s. 

Actress, comedian, and activist Janeane Garofalo has been an American institution since she burst onto the scene in the mid ‘80s. Second night added due to incredible demand!

Two legendary bands, one incredible night of music!  Celebrating the music of Canadian prog-rock icons, Rush – along with a 40th anniversary celebration of Peter Gabriel’s landmark album, So.

The legend returns to The Parkway! Jimmy Webb is a Grammy Award-winning songwriter, composer, and singer known worldwide as a master of his trade. Dubbed a modern-day Gershwin/Porter/Berlin, he is a bona fide progenitor of the Great American Songbook. Acclaimed singer/songwriter Pete Mancini, former frontman of NYC rock band Butchers Blind, opens the night!

New York City’s Damn Tall Buildings make their Minneapolis debut! Based in Brooklyn, the celebrated folk-bluegrass band is known for their soulful melodies and intricate instrumentals. “The Carter Family for the millennial generation…” – The Boston Globe. 

HUMP! Spring 2026 Is Coming (and Coming Hard)! It’s hot, it’s hilarious, it’s heartfelt, and it’s like nothing you’ll find online. 

Alt rock royalty Kristen Hersh and her band Throwing Muses come to Minneapolis in support of their acclaimed new album, Moonlight Concessions. With nearly 40 years of Muses history behind her, Kristin Hersh continues to be one of the most compelling voices in American rock — a fiercely original songwriter and a magnetic live performer. Come early for a set hosted by Transmission’s DJ Jake Rudh! Presented by The Current.

Just in time for Tax Day: the 1924 silent film, He Who Gets Slapped. The great Lon Chaney is HE, a tortured clown whose signature act is receiving an endless series of slaps to the face. Lived scored with new work by Paris 1919, featuring Carnage The Executioner.

Legendary Minnesota musician Matt Wilson's self-described "banjo-harp-gentle-rockin-happy-machine" returns for what's sure to be a magical night of music making. Rock icons Alpha Consumer kick off the night.

For the first time ever, Minneapolis legends the Shabby Road Orchestra perform The Beatles, 1967-1970 (“The Blue Album”)! Released in 1973 in the early years after the band’s break up, the record is a wide ranging collection of music from the band's ground-breaking studio years, including a sprawling 28 songs clocking in at nearly 100 minutes in length. 

Three Twin Cities vocal choruses come together for a spectacular afternoon of acapella performance! Hosted by Mixed Company Singers.

Falling apart has never been so funny! ​​Anna Przy is a feisty and hilarious millennial who’s taken the mental health social media world by storm. 

Southern rock legends Atlanta Rhythm Section come to The Parkway! 

Friends and fellow musicians Colin James, Matt Andersen and Terra Lightfoot unite for an 18-city US Spring 2026 cross-country tour celebrating both the rich legacy and electrifying future of Canadian roots music.  From blues and folk to rock and soul, audiences can expect powerful individual sets and inspired collaborative performances from three of Canada’s most acclaimed and distinctive roots artists. 

An incredibly rare opportunity to catch legendary Canadian singer-songwriter and roots music icon Fred Eaglesmith at The Parkway!

Rising comedy star Steph Tolev comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!

Known for her high-energy performances, Nashville-based stand-up comedian Amber Autry brings her sharp, relatable humor to The Parkway!

Known for her high-energy performances, Nashville-based stand-up comedian Amber Autry brings her sharp, relatable humor to The Parkway!

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 classics by The King, including hits from Elvis on the silver screen to an iconic Las Vegas-inspired set.

Described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation, The Parkway is thrilled to announce the return of Karla Bonoff. 

Join OG Dance Moms Christi and Kelly for a Back To The Barre LIVE night out in Minneapolis. With Dance Moms recaps, exclusive commentary, games, surprises, and more. 

Acclaimed Welsh alt-rock duo The Joy Formidable step back onto the stage for the first time in two years. This intimate, stripped-back night offers songs and stories up close and a moment to reconnect before the next chapter unfolds in 2026. The night will include solo performances by both Shy Western and Rhydian Dafydd as well as a set by The Joy Formidable. 

Get ready for laughter, tears, and rock and roll glory as rising star Charlene Kaye brings her hit solo show, Tiger Daughter: Or, How I Brought My Immigrant Mother Ultimate Shame (presented by Margaret Cho), to The Parkway! 

Stand-up comedian Mike Goodwin comes to The Parkway this spring with his bowtie and refreshingly funny comedy! 

Bluegrass legend Dan Tyminski and his band come to The Parkway! Throughout his 30+ year career, Tyminski has left his mark in every corner of modern music. 

Comedian and unlicensed therapist Therapy Gecko (also known as Lyle Forever or simply just “Geck”) is hitting the road again in 2026 for his 4th tour of Therapy Gecko Live!

Steve Hofstetter returns to The Parkway next summer! The acclaimed author, columnist, and comedian is often called the hardest working man in show-business. With all due respect to the late James Brown.

Acclaimed Billboard-charting Blues rock band Jennifer Lyn & The Groove Revival return to The Parkway with their high-impact concert experience, Electric Eden — built for people who remember when live music felt like an event. Electric Eden is not nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake. It is a return to the moments that made live music matter in the first place. 

Powerhouse bluesman Larry McCray brings his soul-soaked voice, blistering guitar chops, and a story that embodies the spirit of his music. Catch this acclaimed Grammy nominee and his band in action!

An evening of conversation with photos, videos, and a Q&A with legendary musician, author, film director, and composer Stewart Copeland, best known as the powerhouse drummer of The Police. An evening of conversation with photos, videos, and a Q&A.

From viral sensations to pop culture icons, Grant & Ash bring their chaotic friendship to the stage in A Twink and a Redhead: A Musical Comedy, an original musical chronicling the 15-year journey of the world’s most iconic duo. 

As leader of the legendary Booker T. & The MGs, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and multiple GRAMMY Award winner and Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Booker T. Jones is arguably the most famous Hammond B3 player in history.