Extended Weekend Getaways CONCERTS ON THE PIER
Wednesdays through August 28/DULUTH– FULL EVENT INFO HERE: glensheen.org/concerts(opens in new window). Please check back as more information is added.The 2024 lineup is our BIGGEST yet, with 18 total groups (9 headliners and 9 openers).
The event is free and open to the public from 5 to 8 pm. Gates open at 5 pm, however, for those interested, early access can be obtained by purchasing grounds admission or a tour. Each night, the opener will perform from 5:30-6 pm and the headliner will play from 6:30-8 pm.
At Concerts, guests can connect with neighbors and friends, play lawn games, grab some grub from a local food truck, enjoy a refreshing drink, eat locally-made ice cream, and take a seat by the shores of Lake Superior. Guests are encouraged to paddle or boat in to view the concert from the water or are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the show from the shore.
For each concert this year, Glensheen will also offer a free shuttle bus (with a suggested donation) between the UMD campus and Glensheen. Parking at UMD is free. More information can be found at https://glensheen.org/concerts/(opens in new window).
WORLD’S BIGGEST BOUNCE PARK
Through September 8/BLOOMINGTON- Fun Box is not your average bounce house! The world’s biggest bounce park is made up of 25,000 square feet and ten play areas with obstacles, games, and challenges. The incredible attraction is located in Mall of America’s east parking lot all summer long. https://www.mallofamerica.com/events/view/33182
ANOKA CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Saturdays Through Sept 14/ANOKA– We are located directly behind the Anoka County Courthouse in Anoka, MN. Our entrance for cars is at 4th Avenue & Van Buren Street. Go 2 blocks north of Main Street on 4th Avenue to show entrance.
Note: All streets will be barricaded closed during the show hours EXCEPT 4th Avenue show entrance. These streets will be attended by show officials at all times !! 1992 & older cars & trucks only, $4.00 per vehicle, spectators are free, and great food vendors on site. http://www.anokaclassiccarshow.org/
Monet Sabel (as Carole King)
Now through Sept. 28/CHANHASSEN – On the main stage at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. The soundtrack of a generation inspired this BROADWAY SMASH HIT!She wrote hits for the biggest music acts from The Shirelles to The Righteous Brothers – then recorded her Grammy-winning masterpiece, TAPESTRY. The musical takes you on a joy-filled, emotional ride of a lifetime! Featuring over two dozen hits including “One Fine Day,” “The Locomotion,” “So Far Away,” “Natural Woman,” “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin,’” and “Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” this Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical is filled with the songs you remember and a story you’ll never forget. A huge cast of singers and dancers bring more than 24 of her greatest hits to life in a triumphant celebration! Tickets available at https://chanhassendt.com/beautiful/
80 MINUTE DAILY EXCURSION
Through Oct 20/TAYLORS FALLS– Daily Excursions are either 45 or 80 minutes. Your licensed boat pilot and tour guide will point out the unique rock formations that were left behind as the glaciers retreated thousands of years ago. Among the most outstanding formations is the huge stone cross for which the St. Croix River was named. “St. Croix” means Holy Cross.
Other sites that can be seen from the boats include the world’s largest glacial kettles or “potholes”, Lion’s Head, Turk’s Head, and the highlight of the boat tour, The Old Man of the Dalles – the most outstanding natural rock face you’ll ever see. >MORE
Minnesota State Fair
August 22-Sept. 2/ST. PAUL – Family-friendly entertainment, talent contests, horse shows, agricultural competitions, art exhibits, games, rides and a 5K Milk Run. Check out the acts that will be performing at the free live music and shows throughout the fairgrounds. The State Fair also features an amazing parade that you can catch every day of the week. Catch the daily parade at 2 p.m. and see high school marching bands, floats, animals, and more! https://www.mnstatefair.org/