Live Events
Samantha Bee (The Daily Show, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee) brings her new one-person show, How to Survive Menopause, to The Parkway!
Samantha Bee (The Daily Show, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee) brings her new one-person show, How to Survive Menopause, to The Parkway! Second night added!
Two Dykes and a Mic, the weekly comedy podcast and international touring live show, returns to The Parkway! Comedians and IRL BFFs McKenzie Goodwin and Rachel Scanlon host the world’s greatest and gayest show of all time.
The beloved exclusive Parkway performance returns!
Funny man Alan Resnick performs an entire full hour of uninterrupted hilarious comedy that is sure to entertain. Featuring an opening set by Anna Seregina!
Quintessential American rock band The Silos celebrate their 40-year anniversary, joined by acclaimed Minneapolis musician & songwriter Jonathan Rundman!
Known as "the funniest guy on the internet" and a "naturally gifted storyteller,” The Daily Show correspondent Josh Johnson comes to The Parkway for two shows!
An intimate solo performance by prolific songwriter, Ty Segall. Presented by First Avenue.
Two bluegrass greats, one fantastic night of music! Each band will play a set before combining forces for a show-stopping, monster jam.
Presented by Transvestite Soup. Enjoy The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) with a live shadow cast, creating a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience!
EXTC: XTC’s Terry Chambers & Friends return to Minneapolis in celebration of their exclusive debut album, LIVE USA Vol. 1, performing an evening of non-stop iconic XTC classics. Post show meet & greet included with all tickets!
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.
Legendary bluesman and guitarist Chris Smither presents an evening of new songs and classics, spanning this iconic songwriter’s 60+ year storied career.
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.”
The Young and the Rest, the girl-powered reboot of Neil Young and your favorite ‘70s acoustic artists, celebrates the release of their new album, recorded live on May Day 2024. Presented by Billy McLaughlin & Simple Gifts.
Two nights! Canadian singer-songwriter and activist Bruce Cockburn returns to The Parkway in support of his latest release, O Sun O Moon.
New Jersey housewife Roberta Glass (Rosanna Arquette) spices up her boring life by reading personal ads, especially a series of them being placed by a mysterious denizen of New York City named Susan (Madonna). Come early for a pre-movie live music set by ELOUR!
Twin Cities Tango Collective presents the 2nd annual Minnesota Tango Music Festival: a celebration of the thriving local tango music scene in Minneapolis and St Paul.
Acclaimed singer/songwriter Dan Rodriguez and his band return to The Parkway to celebrate the release of his forthcoming new album, Wander.
Since its inception in 1985, the Grammy-winning Turtle Island Quartet has been a singular force in the creation of bold, new trends in chamber music for strings. Presented by Schubert Club.
Internationally-renowned Elvis tribute artist Anthony Shore celebrates his May birthday, and Mother's Day, along with his All-Star Band.
Described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation, The Parkway is thrilled to bring to its stage, Karla Bonoff.
A night of comedy with three of the stars ofRiffTrax and Mystery Science Theater 3000 — Bill Corbett, Mary Jo Pehl, and Kevin Murphy. No movies or movie riffing… it’s standup, storytelling, music, and more for a night of laughs!
May is American Indian Month — join The Shinob Squad for a night of Native Humor and Comedy!
John Caparulo brings his sharp wit and unique delivery to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
Acclaimed folk-pop singer/songwriter and co-founder of The Weepies, Deb Talan comes to The Parkway in support of her latest solo album, I Thought I Saw You.
Known for his hit podcast Cover to Cover and his many appearances on Chelsea Lately, Chris Franjola comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
This special series continues, pairing music from one of the best jazz movie soundtracks along with an acclaimed jazz movie!
Blending stunning vocals, strong synth processing, and equal measures of magic and alchemy, Zola Jesus is a classically-trained opera singer turned goth/synth-pop siren.
A rare screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog (1927) — the next installment of this unique film series pairing iconic silent films with original scores by celebrated composer Chris Strouth and performed by the musical collective, Paris 1919. Co-presented by Sound Unseen.
Award-winning singer/songwriter Jill Sobule and her band present a not-to-be-missed Rock’n’Roll celebration of coming of age and coming out — performing songs from her acclaimed musical, F*ck 7th Grade, along with other hits from her break-out career.
The legend returns to The Parkway just in time to celebrate PRIDE! Sandra Bernhard is thrilled to announce Shapes and Forms, her one-of-a-kind new live show for 2025.
Steve Hofstetter returns to The Parkway! The acclaimed author, columnist, and comedian is often called the hardest-working man in show business.
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.
Grammy-nominated folk & Americana great Iris DeMent comes to Minneapolis in support of her transcendent new album, Workin’ On A World, along with special guest Ana Egge.
Augustana (Dan Layus) presents an array of music from his 20-year career in a powerful, full band performance at The Parkway!
One of the most unique voices in the comedy scene, Dustin Nickerson comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes return to Minneapolis in support of his critically-acclaimed, #1 Americana album, Wake The Dead. Be ready to dance!
Blues rock legends Sonny Landreth Trio come to The Parkway! Louisiana’s preeminent slide guitar wizard and his band deliver modern blues at its very best.
Acclaimed Billboard-charting Blues rock band Jennifer Lyn & The Groove Revival bring the raw energy, soulful vocals, and electrifying guitar riffs of the 70s rock scene to life in one unforgettable night.
Following a sold-out DUKES mini-tour and Jane’s Saturday Night Live debut, comedians Liva Pierce and Jane Wickline are returning to the stage together. Original sketches, songs, and special guests… it’s something completely new!
Steely Dane, the ultimate Steely Dan tribute, returns to The Parkway for a two-night stint celebrating this legendary band's iconic catalog!
New York-based comedian Dan Licata (from Joe Pera Talks With You) comes to The Parkway!
Known for his hilarious, heartfelt, and occasionally cringey moments of self-reflection (with a splash of autotune), Kevin James Thornton returns to The Parkway for two shows of stand-up comedy!
True crime podcast Affirmative Murder is coming to Minneapolis with Madison McGhee for a live recording and discussion about true crime, representation, conspiracy theories, and more! A night of collective fascination and empathy for true crime with special guests, Amanda and Lucy from Wine and Crime.
Experience the electrifying energy of Dwayne Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraisers! Don’t miss the chance to witness "Dopsie Mania" live!
Greg Sestero — star of the cult film, The Room, and New York Times best-selling author of the Oscar-nominated film, The Disaster Artist — comes to The Parkway for a special 20th anniversary screening including a live script reading and Q&, plus a bonus surprise or two that you won’t want to miss!
Saturday Night Live's James Austin Johnson comes to The Parkway this summer for a hilarious night of comedy!
The most awarded band in Bluegrass history! Bluegrass giants The Del McCoury Band come to The Parkway in support of their latest critically-acclaimed release, Songs of Love and Life.
Grammy nominated ‘90s alt-rock legends Belly celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of their thought-provoking, near-perfect pop album, King. Presented by The Current.
Known for his sharp, observational humor, and love of cats — award-winning stand-up comedian Zoltan Kaszas comes to The Parkway!