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Two of Minneapolis’ best-loved tributes team up for an evening of music celebrating the infectious energy of Talking Heads and DEVO!
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.”
Step right up for an unforgettable night with Honest 2 Betsy and her Bawdy Broads — a whip-smart, high-energy variety show blending comedy, music, ventriloquism, dance, and a healthy dose of mischief.
Called “A gang of sweet angels punching you in the heart,” Rainbow Girls come to MInneapolis by popular demand! Opening the night is Jordan Smart, a Kentucky-based folk singer-songwriter known best for his heartfelt songs.
John Hughes! at The Parkway continues with a screening of The Breakfast Club. Come early for drinks and a pre-movie set by Transmission’s DJ Chrissie Kawasaki!
The ‘90s are alive and well at The Parkway with one of alternative rock’s biggest names and an incredible night of non-stop hits!
Ben Palmer is a comedian known for his distinctive blend of satire, trolling, and social commentary. His bits often involve elaborate pranks that blur the line between reality and parody.
Minnesota's most kick-ass voices are back to belt out sexist bangers – all to raise money for abortion access. This legendary evening, now in its sixth year, brings together some of Minnesota’s most amazing performers for music and laughter – supporting the important work of Abortion Access Front (AAF), the reproductive rights organization founded by Minnesota native, comedian Lizz Winstead.
Johnny Pemberton returns to The Parkway for a hilarious and unpredictable night of stand-up comedy!
Join us for an unforgettable screening of the award-winning documentary Out There: A National Parks Story with post-show talkback and Q&A.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) rounds out John Hughes! at The Parkway series. Come early for drinks and a pre-movie ‘80s VJ set by Transmission’s DJ Jake Rudh.
Architect of the Memphis soul sound, and one of modern music’s most acclaimed figures, Booker T. Jones comes to The Parkway!
Architect of the Memphis soul sound, and one of modern music’s most acclaimed figures, Booker T. Jones comes to The Parkway!
Internationally acclaimed comedian, poet, and actor ALOK (they/them) comes to The Parkway with a brand new stand-up comedy show!
Join us for this interactive and uproarious family-friendly event! Smash Boom Best is a debate show for kids and families produced by Brains On Universe.
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 — DIVAS!
There are so many scary movies we want to screen that we’re putting some in September! SEVEN horror films are waiting for you, in the dark, with questionable intentions! Afraid of commitment? You can always buy tickets to the individual films as well!
It's Catholics versus Pagans! Sergeant Howie (Edward Woodward) arrives on the small Scottish island of Summerisle to investigate the report of a missing child. There he observes the residents' frivolous sexual displays and strange pagan rituals, particularly the temptations of Willow (Britt Ekland) in this, the Nicholas Cage-free original.
Hassan Phills is one of Canada's fastest rising comedians, known for his engaging and interactive stand-up shows. Hassan’s comedic stylings combine exceptional storytelling with spontaneous crowd interaction — creating a unique, intimate experience that makes every performance unmissable
Acclaimed UK singer-songwriter Beth Orton makes a rare return to Minneapolis in support of her astounding and acclaimed new album, The Ground Above. Michigan-born, multi-instrumentalist Kenny Stahl opens this lush and atmospheric night of music. Presented by The Current.
Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to The Parkway this August with Transvestite Soup’s live shadow cast! Put your best RHPS themed costume on and come early for a cocktail with friends and lovers!
Neil Young’s 1972 Harvest and 1992 Harvest Moon albums sung by women. Sure to blow your mind…and any nearby clouds away! Only at The Parkway on the Harvest Moon weekend! Presented by SimpleGifts featuring Billy McLaughlin.
Strange and creepy happenings beset an average California family when ghosts commune with them through the television set. Initially friendly and playful, the spirits turn menacing. When five-year-old daughter Carol Ann (Heather O’Rourke) goes missing, parents Steve (Craig T. Nelson) and Diane (JoBeth Williams) enlist a parapsychologist (Zelda Rubinstein) and her team of ghost busters for help. Yet it never occurs to anyone to get rid of the creepy clown doll in the kids bedroom.
Acclaimed folk-punk artist Sunny War comes to The Parkway in support of her latest album, Armageddon In A Summer Dress. Renowned for her compelling voice, powerful lyrics, and unique guitar style — Sunny War is a singular talent. Presented by The Current.
Live from Laurel Canyon: Songs and Stories of American Folk Rock is an evening of live music and narrated stories of some of the most influential songwriters who lived in Laurel Canyon in the mid 1960s and ‘70s.
A slacker (Simon Pegg) and his even more slacker friend (Nick Frost) get a pint at The Winchester. Join us before the movie for a live burlesque set hosted by Queenie Von Curves!
Escape to the hilariously switched-on world of Programme 4, a far-out, feature-length “broadcast” from the Botany 500 Age of Television created by visionary director Rachel Lichtman. With special guest stars: Trace Beaulieu & Frank Conniff, aka The MADS from Mystery Science Theater 3000, with a live launch of their new series DIAL M FOR MADS.
GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum singer-songwriter David Nail comes to The Parkway for a night of powerhouse vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and songs that hit home.
We’re screening 4 scary (but not too scary) films for the whole family!! Afraid of commitment? You can always buy tickets to the individual films as well! Come early for treats!
Folk, rock, and blues, melodic sensibility, and honest emotion. Chastity Brown returns to The Parkway, performing along with the Laurels String Quartet. Presented by The Current.
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy star as three accidentally conjured-up 17th Century witches that set out to cast a spell on the town of Salem to reclaim their youth. But first they must outwit three pesky kids determined to foil their scheme, and use their dark magic to overcome a 38% Rotten Tomatoes score.
HUMP! Film Festival returns with an entirely new collection of short films for Fall 2026.
Now that Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) and his girlfriend, Rose (Allison Williams), have reached the meet-the-parents milestone of dating, she invites him for a weekend getaway upstate with her parents, Missy and Dean (Catherine Keener and Bradley Whitford). At first, Chris reads the family's overly accommodating behaviour as nervous attempts to deal with their daughter's interracial relationship, but as the weekend progresses, a series of increasingly disturbing discoveries leads him to a truth that he never could have imagined … this movie was directed by the guy from Key & Peele!
Folk, rock, and blues, melodic sensibility, and honest emotion. Chastity Brown returns to The Parkway, performing along with the Laurels String Quartet. Presented by The Current.
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy star as three accidentally conjured-up 17th Century witches that set out to cast a spell on the town of Salem to reclaim their youth. But first they must outwit three pesky kids determined to foil their scheme, and use their dark magic to overcome a 38% Rotten Tomatoes score.
HUMP! Film Festival returns with an entirely new collection of short films for Fall 2026.
Now that Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) and his girlfriend, Rose (Allison Williams), have reached the meet-the-parents milestone of dating, she invites him for a weekend getaway upstate with her parents, Missy and Dean (Catherine Keener and Bradley Whitford). At first, Chris reads the family's overly accommodating behaviour as nervous attempts to deal with their daughter's interracial relationship, but as the weekend progresses, a series of increasingly disturbing discoveries leads him to a truth that he never could have imagined … this movie was directed by the guy from Key & Peele!
To usher in his 18th studio album (between solo work and his band Rogue Valley) singer-songwriter Chris Koza is gathering together friends and fellow string-dusters for an evening of country-tinged Americana music.
After starting a pest control business, the duo of Wallace (Peter Sallis) and his dog, Gromit, land a job from the alluring Lady Tottington (Helena Bonham Carter) to stop a giant rabbit from destroying the town's crops. If Wallace wants to please his pretty client, he needs to capture the pesky bunny. Fortunately, there’s only one rabbit—because everyone knows how quickly that situation could get out of hand.
Minnesota-born music-making legend Martin Zellar returns home for a very special performance along with his band The Hardways!
A videotape filled with nightmarish images leads to a phone call foretelling the viewer's death in exactly seven days. Newspaper reporter Rachel Keller (Naomi Watts) is skeptical of the story until four teenagers all die mysteriously exactly one week after watching just such a tape. Naturally as part of her investigation, the first thing she does is the one thing she shouldn’t — watch the video herself.
Acclaimed musician Jeffrey Foucault returns to The Parkway for what has become a beautiful annual tradition. Minneapolis-based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Molly Dean opens this intimate night of music from the heartland.
After the members of a team of scientists (Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, and Bill Murray) lose their jobs at a New York City university, they decide to become "ghostbusters" to wage a high-tech battle with the supernatural. After they stumble upon a gateway to another dimension that will release evil upon the city, they must save New York from complete destruction. Editor’s Note: 'I ain’t afraid of no ghost' is a double-negative.
Texas-born, NYC-based standup Jason Salmon comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of comedy!
Hailed for their “gorgeously arranged and achingly sincere” music (Under The Radar) and lauded their “beautifully crafted songs that go straight for the heart” (No Depression), Nashville indie folk/pop group The Arcadian Wild comes to Minneapolis in support of their new album, Make It Out Alive. Fellow Nashvillian folk and Americana singer-songwriter Addison Agen, best known as Season 13 first runner-up on NBC's The Voice, opens the night.
Found video footage tells the tale of three film students (Heather Donahue, Joshua Leonard, Michael C. Williams) who've traveled to a small town to collect documentary footage about the Blair Witch, a legendary local murderer. Over the course of several days, the students interview townspeople and gather clues to support the tale's veracity. The project takes a frightening turn when one of the students forgets to sanitize the camera after sniffling and crying her way through a snot-filled confession.
From the Margins to the Marquee—One Night Only! Star of HBO’s critically-acclaimed show Somebody, Somewhere, Murray Hill returns to the City of Lakes to celebrate his forthcoming new memoir Showbiz! My Life as a Middle-Aged Man! One mic, one man, one band, and a lifetime of material… what could possibly go right?!
With what has now become a not-to-be-missed Halloween weekend tradition, legendary filmmaker, writer, actor, and artist John Waters returns to Minneapolis with his just-announced new show, Let’s Take Over The World! Come early for a set of music & videos inspired by the Pope of Trash, presented by Transmission’s DJ Jake Rudh.
The heartfelt tale of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town (Chris Sarandon). Bored with the same old tricks and treats, he stumbles upon the glorious magic of Christmas Town! Jack decides to bring this joyful holiday back to Halloween Town. But as his dream to fill Santa's shoes unravels, it's up to Sally (Helena Bonham Carter), the rag doll who loves him, to stitch things back together. Common Sense Media says 7+. To which 7-year-olds reply, “Thanks for a lifetime of therapy, Common Sense Media!”
Fifteen years after murdering his sister on Halloween night 1963, Michael Myers escapes from a mental hospital and returns to the small town of Haddonfield, Illinois to kill again; while Dr. Sam Loomis (Donald Pleasance) hunts for Michael in the hope of ending his grisly murder spree. Loomis is ultimately unsuccessful, as evidenced by the twelve-and-counting sequels, reboots and remakes that followed.
Renowned as “one of Americana music’s most admired artists – across the U.S. and…around the world” (Wall Street Journal), Grammy-nominated folk singer/songwriter and author Mary Gauthier comes to The Parkway in support of her highly-anticipated new album, Reckoning. Opening this rare night of songs and storytelling is Texas-born singer/songwriter Jaimee Harris, called “the Next Queen of Americana-Folk” (NPR).
Prairie Fire Choir (PFC) and The Foxgloves join forces to present Burn and Bloom — an evening of a cappella and Americana music!
The celebrity chef, television personality, and New York Times best-selling author trades the cake shop for the stage in a genre-bending night of stand-up, storytelling and the science of baking. Duff Goldman takes audiences on a wild, flour-dusted ride.
Canadian-American singer-songwriter Steve Poltz makes a rare Minneapolis appearance! The kind of artist who seems to operate in a permanent state of joyful creative mischief, he comes to The Parkway in support of his 14th album release, JoyRide, the latest chapter in a prolific solo career producing a remarkable catalog of songs and unforgettable live shows.
In an increasingly artificial world, singer-songwriter Madds Buckley is staying undeniably human. The artist returns to Minneapolis in support of her forthcoming new album, A Simple Binary and a Complex Phrase.
The critically acclaimed singer/songwriter returns to Minneapolis, along with special guest Buffalo Nichols!
Raise a toast to the holidays with Ana Gasteyer! The acclaimed SNL alum and Broadway sensation, also an accomplished singer and songwriter, returns to Minneapolis for TWO NIGHTS ONLY, performing favorites from Sugar and Booze, her 2019 album of seasonal favorites and holiday originals that continues to top numerous “Best Holiday Album” lists.
Raise a toast to the holidays with Ana Gasteyer! The acclaimed SNL alum and Broadway sensation, also an accomplished singer and songwriter, returns to Minneapolis for TWO NIGHTS ONLY, performing favorites from Sugar and Booze, her 2019 album of seasonal favorites and holiday originals that continues to top numerous “Best Holiday Album” lists.
Author and viral storyteller Davide De Pierro (“Davi”) comes to Minneapolis as part of a just announced fall tour! Known for his candid reflections on relationships and the everyday moments that define the human experience.
90 Day Fiancé reality TV star and Turkish stand-up comedian Sarper Güven brings his signature “Sarperisms” to Minneapolis! Don’t miss this comedy sensation!
The much beloved holiday event returns! A tradition that goes back to 2015, the SimpleGifts Christmastide Tour has been bringing light to the darkest days of the year — putting their message of peace, joy, and goodwill at center stage.
Internationally renowned Elvis tribute artist Anthony Shore and his All-Star Band present their 14th annual holiday review! An evening celebrating Elvis Presley's incredible Christmas Songbook.
One of Scotland’s most popular bands announces a world tour in support of their new album, Beautiful Mistakes. With a mix of bagpipes, fiddles, accordions, and whistles – alongside guitar and vocals, underpinned by driving bass, drums, and keys – Skerryvore represents the best in contemporary Scottish traditional music.
Michael Kosta comes to The Parkway! A stand-up comic, author, and former professional tennis player – Kosta is an Emmy Award-winning host and senior correspondent on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show.
One of Scotland’s most popular bands announces a world tour in support of their new album, Beautiful Mistakes. With a mix of bagpipes, fiddles, accordions, and whistles – alongside guitar and vocals, underpinned by driving bass, drums, and keys – Skerryvore represents the best in contemporary Scottish traditional music.
Michael Kosta comes to The Parkway! A stand-up comic, author, and former professional tennis player – Kosta is an Emmy Award-winning host and senior correspondent on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show.