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 — Drama!
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.
Acclaimed Minnesota Americana band The Gated Community celebrate the release of their sixth full-length studio album, Goodbye Work! Special guests Rich Mattson and Germaine Gemberling open the night.
Celebrate Prince's birthday with legendary Twin Cities band Dr. Mambo's Combo, performing a full night of music from the creator of the Minneapolis Sound.
A victim of his own anger, the Kid (Prince) is a Minneapolis musician on the rise with his band, the Revolution, escaping a tumultuous home life through music.
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.”
Join Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey (co-stars of Showtime’s The L Word and co-hosts of the popular podcast, PANTS with Kate and Leisha) to celebrate their new intimate and hilarious memoir, So Gay For You.
Megan (Natasha Lyonne) considers herself a typical American girl. She excels in school and cheerleading, and she has a handsome football-playing boyfriend. She's stunned when her parents decide she's gay and send her to True Directions, a boot camp meant to alter her sexual orientation.
The legend returns to The Parkway just in time to celebrate PRIDE! Sandra Bernhard is thrilled to announce Shapes & 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.
Local songwriters and musicians gather at Willie’s American Guitars’ favorite theater to honor their friend and hero Joey Molland, performing an evening of the music of Badfinger.
In this remake of the classic French farce "La Cage aux Folles," an engaged couple shakily introduce their future in-laws — a gay Miami drag club owner pretends to be straight and attempts to hide his relationship with his life partner as to please the Republican in-laws.
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!
Catch Robby Hoffman — the breakout star of this season of HBO Max’s Hacks — this June for Pride!
Based out of NYC, this all-female group is disrupting a male dominated genre. Ladies kick brass!
A conversation about Steve Grove’s debut memoir, How I Found Myself in the Midwest: A Memoir of Reinvention, followed by a book signing. Come when doors open to enjoy live music by local indie rockers AirLands!
When drag queen Anthony (Hugo Weaving) agrees to take his act on the road, he invites fellow cross-dresser Adam (Guy Pearce) and transsexual Bernadette (Terence Stamp) to come along. In their colorful bus, named Priscilla, the three performers travel across the Australian desert performing for enthusiastic crowds and homophobic locals.
One of the most unique voices in the comedy scene, Dustin Nickerson comes to The Parkway for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy!
Celebrate Pride weekend at The Parkway with Jeff Hiller and his brand new show, Jeff Hiller Is Basic!
Acclaimed folk troubadour Sam Amidon comes to The Parkway in support of his new album, Salt River, joined by S. Carey on drums and keyboards, along with other special guests..
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!
One of Country-Rock’s pioneering forces, Pure Prairie League come to Minneapolis celebrating over fifty years of music-making!
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!
Acclaimed Twin Cities vocalist Colleen Raye brings the heart and soul of iconic British singer Adele’s music to The Parkway stage in this moving and powerful tribute, backed by a full band and multi-media production.
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!
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.
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!
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.
Saturday Night Live's James Austin Johnson comes to The Parkway this summer for a hilarious night of comedy!
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!
Peter Antoniou returns to The Parkway with his razor-sharp wit and uncanny ability to read minds!
More than just a band, Steam Powered Giraffe is an experience that must be seen and heard by the entire family!
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.
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!
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!