Live Events
Internationally-acclaimed indie singer/songwriter Lissie returns to The Parkway for her signature Winter Residency! All FIVE Saturday nights in January — each performance will be unique and feature different special musical guests. Lissie is personally curating every night, each one guaranteed not-to-be-missed! Stay tuned for more details as they are announced!
Minnesota rock legends the Kung Fu Hippies pay tribute to legendary jam-band masters, The Grateful Dead. Opening the night is Allman Brothers tribute band, The Jason Dixon Line.
Internationally-acclaimed indie singer/songwriter Lissie returns to The Parkway for her signature Winter Residency! All FIVE Saturday nights in January — each performance will be unique and feature different special musical guests. This evening will feature a trio performance, along with an opening set by Misty Boyce!
When they arrive at college, socially inept freshmen Larry (Thomas Hulce) and Kent (Stephen Furst) attempt to pledge the snooty Omega Theta Pi House, but are summarily rejected. Lowering their standards, they try again at notoriously rowdy Delta Tau Chi, a house on the wrong end of the Dean’s List. Soon they find themselves on "Double Secret Probation" — a punishment so severe that no one knows what it means. Come early for a killer set by Goo Goo Mucks, guaranteed to bring the R-O-C-K!
Mamma Mia, you don’t want to miss out on the fun! Take a Chance and join ABBAsolutley FAB! It’s your turn to be a Dancing Queen!
Internationally-acclaimed indie singer/songwriter Lissie returns to The Parkway for her signature Winter Residency! All FIVE Saturday nights in January — each performance will be unique and feature different special musical guests. This evening will feature a duo performance, along with an opening set by Chris Koza!
The popular tribute returns! Mallrats bring to life the biggest musical artists of the ‘90s by performing the iconic "unplugged" sets made famous by MTV. Sit back, relax, and get ready to unplug!
Internationally-acclaimed indie singer/songwriter Lissie returns to The Parkway for her signature Winter Residency! All FIVE Saturday nights in January — each performance will be unique and feature different special musical guests. This evening will feature a solo performance, along with an opening set by Jamie Drake!
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 — THIN ICE!!
Oceanographer Steve Zissou (Bill Murray) embarks on an underfunded revenge mission against a possibly imaginary shark, accompanied by a man who may or may not be his son (Owen Wilson). As they wander the ocean in a ship held together largely by nostalgia and epoxy, Zissou is forced to confront pirates, a long list of people who have grown tired of him, and the realization that unresolved relationships are significantly harder to outswim than any sea creature. Minneapolis rocker Chris Perricelli, aka Little Man, brings his signature swagger to the stage to kick-off the night!
Minnesota rockers ZEPPO kick off the new year, bringing their not-to-be-missed Led Zeppelin tribute back to The Parkway!
Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to The Parkway on Friday, January 30 with Transvestite Soup’s live shadow cast! Put your best RHPS costume on and come early for a cocktail!
Internationally-acclaimed indie singer/songwriter Lissie returns to The Parkway for her signature Winter Residency! All FIVE Saturday nights in January — each performance will be unique and feature different special musical guests. This evening will feature a full band performance, along with an opening set by Sounding Arrow featuring Gary Jules!
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!
Join Gordon Baker-Bone and Ben Katzner and special guests for a lively night of drinks and jokes where they delve into overlooked heroes and lesser-known narratives from Black history!
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.”
Grace Helbig brings her darkly humorous one-person show Let Me Get This Off My Chest to The Parkway!
In this adaptation of Jane Austen's beloved novel, Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) lives with her mother, father and sisters in the English countryside and faces mounting pressure from her parents to marry. When the outspoken Elizabeth is introduced to the handsome and upper-class Mr. Darcy (Matthew Macfadyen), sparks fly. Although there is obvious chemistry between the two, the appearance of cousin Greg, who matched with Elizabeth on Bumble, threatens the fledgling relationship.
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.
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.
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!
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.
The reunion tour of the legendary collaboration On A Winter’s Night returns to Minneapolis! Four acclaimed folk musicians, one beautiful night of music.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
Multi-hyphenate performer and Rupaul's Drag Race winner Monét X Change comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
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!
Shelly Belly has taken the comedy and social media scene by storm. Shelly has become one of the top sought after comedians throughout the United States, delighting fans with her hilarious stand-up comedy. Come on out for her Midwest debut!
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!
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!
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!
Friends and fellow Canadian musicians Colin James (band), Matt Andersen (solo), and Terra Lightfoot (solo) join forces for a cross country tour of the US in Spring 2026. Expect individual and collaborative performances from three of Canada’s most acclaimed roots music artists!
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!
Described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation, The Parkway is thrilled to announce the return of Karla Bonoff.
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.
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!
Just in time for Halloween, Peter Antoniou returns to The Parkway with his razor-sharp wit and uncanny ability to read minds!