Live Events
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 : DENIAL.
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.”
Mamma Mia, you don’t want to miss out on the fun! Take a Chance and join us! It’s your turn to be a Dancing Queen!
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.
Minneapolis music icon Mark Mallman celebrates the release of his 11th album, Magic Time, performing songs from the new release, as well as much-loved classics spanning his outstanding 25-year career — along with very special guests. Presented by The Current.
Experience the electrifying energy of Dwayne Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraisers! Don’t miss the chance to witness "Dopsie Mania" live! Presented by KFAI.
Minneapolis musical wizard Ben Cook-Feltz celebrates the release of his new album, Cook-Feltz Sings Son of Schmilsson, with a night dedicated to rock’s beloved court jester, Harry Nilsson.
Acclaimed Boston-based comic Joe Fenti comes to Minneapolis, hosted by Lily Meyer!
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!
Join Steve Hofstetter and Walter Masterson for The Progressive Avengers — a sharp, hilarious night of political comedy featuring surprise guests, sketch, stand-up, and interactive games.
Local stars once again unite and donate their talents to play sets covering an artist or band of their choice, all to benefit the great grassroots family assistance organization, Foothold Twin Cities!
Celebrate the release of USA Today bestselling author and beloved internet icon Chuck Tingle’s new novel, Lucky Day! Every ticket includes a signed copy of the new book.
Stand-up comedy with a rockstar edge. Legendary comic, actor, author, and musician Dave Hill returns to The Parkway with his new tour, Schooling Mofos Basically! Minneapolis comic Alicia Kismet opens the night.
Saturday Night Live's James Austin Johnson comes to The Parkway this summer for a hilarious night of comedy!
Comedy legend Brian Posehn (The Big Bang Theory, Mr. Show, and so much more) returns to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up!
Get ready for a matinee show unlike any other as the MVO Crewtets, a 16-piece string group, joins forces with four incredible Twin Cities indie artists: Molly Brandt, the Twins of Franklin, Jillian Rae, and Mark Mallman! An unprecedented mash-up of soaring strings and captivating tunes.
In this final attempt by the ‘90s to sneak Shakespeare into teenagers, abrasive teen Kat Stratford (Julia Stiles) doesn't attract many boys. Unfortunately for her younger sister, Bianca (Larisa Oleynik), house rules say that she can't date until Kat has a boyfriend. So strings are pulled to set the dour damsel up for romance. Come early for a live set by Leslie Vincent!
Grammy-winning bluegrass musician Tim O’Brien and his band (bassist Mike Bub, fiddler Shad Cobb, and his wife, Jan Fabricius, on mandolin and vocals) come to The Parkway! Co-presented by Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Association.
Celebrate fifteen years of The Brothas, the Twin Cities' longest running Black comedy showcase, with artists including Fancy Ray, Greg Coleman, and emcee Trevor Wade!
Eric Striffler & Scott Cramer are hitting the road to watch movies together on The DCOM Tour! And while you might think you know what that stands for, our DCOM stands for Dallas, Chicago, Orlando, & Minneapolis. These funny friends provide laugh-out-loud commentary on all your favorite (and least favorite) movies and TV shows.
Folk-rocker Jennifer Knapp returns to Minneapolis! The acclaimed singer-songwriter, author, speaker, & LGBTQ+ advocate has toured the globe, sold over 1 million albums, won four Dove Awards, earned two Grammy nominations, and released eight full-length studio albums.
Iconic singer/songwriter, composer, author, and actor Loudon Wainwright III returns to The Parkway!
Minneapolis-based brother duo Jack Torrey and Page Burkum — aka The Cactus Blossoms — bring their signature harmonies to The Parkway stage.
Peter Antoniou returns to The Parkway with his razor-sharp wit and uncanny ability to read minds!
The Twin Cities premiere of critically-acclaimed indie film, Unholy Communion, starring Adam Bartley (Longmire), Vincent Kartheiser (Mad Men), Laura Robards, and Irena Flury. Followed by a Q&A with the director and numerous cast and crew will be in attendance!
The 5th Annual Do Re #MeToo concert, a now perennial favorite evening of music, laughter, and exposing sexism in pop music, all to raise money to protect abortion access!
Lene Lovich, the pioneering Post-Punk/New Wave icon, is set to return to the United States for the first time in 18 years! She and her band will launch her first full North American tour in 35 years, playing 25 shows across the country, including a rare not-to-be missed stop in Minneapolis. Kicking off the night in signature style is Transmission’s DJ Jake Rudh. Presented by Radio K.
Rising comedy star Steph Tolev comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
More than just a band, Steam Powered Giraffe is an experience that must be seen and heard by the entire family!
A special one-night only reunion of two powerhouse staples of the Twin Cities music scene, reuniting for a unique musical collaboration, thanking each other — and their fans — for being a friend.
Lene Lovich, the pioneering Post-Punk/New Wave icon, is set to return to the United States for the first time in 18 years! She and her band will launch her first full North American tour in 35 years, playing 25 shows across the country, including a rare not-to-be missed stop in Minneapolis. Kicking off the night in signature style is Transmission’s DJ Jake Rudh. Presented by Radio K.
Rising comedy star Steph Tolev comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
More than just a band, Steam Powered Giraffe is an experience that must be seen and heard by the entire family!
A special one-night only reunion of two powerhouse staples of the Twin Cities music scene, reuniting for a unique musical collaboration, thanking each other — and their fans — for being a friend.
The beloved annual performance returns to The Parkway for the sixth consecutive year! The Shabby Road Orchestra presents a live performance of the Beatles’ Abbey Road, played note-for-note, from start-to-finish, followed by a second set of material spanning the Fab Four’s incredible catalog. A musical blitz supported by a surplus of brass, woodwinds, and strings!
National headlining queer musical comedian Kristin Key returns to The Parkway!
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.
Minnesota-born music-making legend Martin Zellar returns home for a very special performance along with his band The Hardways! Texas musician Presley Haile kicks off the night with an intimate set.
Spend an unforgettable evening with platinum-selling singer-songwriter Marc Cohn and GRAMMY®-winning musician Shawn Colvin, performing together onstage with backing musicians and sharing their songs and stories. Don’t miss this rare performance with two extraordinary artists!
A rare, intimate evening of songs & storytelling by acclaimed musician Dan Wilson! The Grammy-winning songwriter & producer shares his insights into writing and tells the stories behind the songs, including some of his most successful collaborations. Humbird opens the night. Presented by The Current.
A rare, intimate evening of songs & storytelling by acclaimed musician Dan Wilson! The Grammy-winning songwriter & producer shares his insights into writing and tells the stories behind the songs, including some of his most successful collaborations. Humbird opens the night. Presented by The Current.
Minnesota music-maker Al Church and Friends aka Permanent Record are back with a 30th anniversary celebration of the Smashing Pumpkins' third studio album (and first double album), Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness (released 10/23/1995), considered one of the greatest albums of the 1990s and of all time.
Two legendary singer-songwriters, one incredible night of music! A not-to-be-missed co-bill with Steve Forbert & Peter Holsapple.
Kevin McDonald comes to The Parkway for an evening of stand-up comedy and stories from Kids In The Hall!
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.
Rising comedy star Nico Carney comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
Electrifying audiences world-wide, and considered one of the greatest performers on the scene today, the guitar virtuoso and powerhouse singer-songwriter pushes the boundaries of blues rock, weaving in threads of Americana, indie rock, and retro ‘80s pop.
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.
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 her dry wit and crafting jokes out of everyday situations, rising comedy star Emily Catalano comes to The Parkway!
Jazz chanteuse Leslie Vincent and her band release their latest album, Little Black Book, an intimate portrait of modern-day dating told through the lens of Leslie’s unique lyricism and the timeless styles of jazz and blues.
Comedian and bestselling author Rob Anderson comes to The Parkway with his new show, Are You Afraid of The 90's?
Known for his sharp, observational humor, and love of cats — award-winning stand-up comedian Zoltan Kaszas comes to The Parkway!
Fresh from his new stand-up special Positive Reinforcement, Josh Gondelman returns to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
The Squirrel Nut Zippers bring their joyous, raucous Christmas Caravan Tour to Minneapolis, performing all of the hits from Holidays past. From heartwarming ballads to boisterous dance tunes, the band conjures an atmosphere nestled somewhere between the wondrous lights of Christmas and the backroom din of a speakeasy. This show is a must-see for any true music lover!
Internationally renowned Elvis tribute artist Anthony Shore and his All-Star Band present their 13th annual holiday review! An evening celebrating Elvis Presley's incredible Christmas Songbook.
Rachel Scanlon, Minnesota native and co-host of the hit podcast Two Dykes and a Mic, returns to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
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.