Community Reporter

Music on the Patio
2025-08-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-29 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Skinner’s Pub
Tuesdays through September 23. 7:00-9:00 p.m. Skinner’s Pub & Eatery. Free.
Skinner’s Pub is hosting live music on the patio every Tuesday all summer long, rain or shine, from 7-9 p.m. More at facebook.com/skinnerspub.

Music On The Mississippi With St. Paul Parks Conservancy
2025-08-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Upper Landing Park
August 3, 1:00 P.M. Upper Landing Park. Free.
Join us for more music and more riverside fun with the St. Paul Parks Conservancy. Save the date and stay tuned for more details. More info at greatriverpassage.org/music-on-the-mississippi.

Lowertown Sounds
2025-07-31 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-24 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-17 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Mears Park
Select Thursdays, June 12-August 14. 6:00 p.m. Mears Park. Free.
Lowertown Sounds is a free, independent community concert series featuring live, local music plus food trucks and local beer and wine — benefiting Cookie Cart, all in St. Paul’s Mears Park. Learn more and see the full schedule at lowertownsounds.com.

Summer Nights in Rice
2025-07-31 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Rice Park
Select Thursdays, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Rice Park. Free.
Summer Nights in Rice is a free outdoor summer concert series occurring on select Thursdays from 5:00 pm -7:00 pm, June through September. Grab a hot dog at Deb’s Hot Dogs in the park, visit local downtown Saint Paul restaurants for happy hour, and head to Rice Park for FREE live music, community connections, and hot summer night dancing! In case of rain or inclement weather, concerts will be moved into Landmark Center. Restroom facilities for the concerts will be available at Landmark Center throughout the series. Learn more at landmarkcenter.org/summer-nights-in-rice.
2025 Schedule

June 19: Pete Whitman & Mississippi (contemporary jazz)
June 26: Ethno USA ‘On the Road’ (folk, world and traditional music by international musicians)
July 10: Boiled in Lead (Celtic punk and world music)
July 31: Kendra Glenn Band (R&B, blues and soul)
August 7: Café Accordion Orchestra (French flare, Latin heat and Bohemian attitude)
August 21: International Reggae All Stars (Reggae, dancehall and Bob Marley classics)

Irvine Park Walking Tour
2025-07-31 10:15 - 11:45, 2025-07-24 10:15 - 11:45, 2025-07-17 10:15 - 11:45, 2025-07-10 10:15 - 11:45 | Alexander Ramsey House
Thursdays through September 25, 10:15 AM – 11:45 a.m. Alexander Ramsey House. $0-$20.
The Irvine Park District was one of St. Paul’s first residential neighborhoods. Walk with our knowledgeable guides on a tour to learn about the history of the land and architecture. You’ll hear stories of the residents throughout time and take a deeper dive into the preservation efforts of this beautiful historic district.
Tours do not include house tours or self-guided access to building interiors.
All areas are accessible, but some side streets are cobblestone and have historic stone curbs.
Tickets and more at mnhs.org/events.

Groovin' in the Garden
2025-07-30 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Como Zoo Conservatory
Wednesdays June 11-July 30. 6-8 p.m. Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Free.
Pack a picnic and dancing shoes, spread out a blanket & join us for these free outdoor concerts & activities in front of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory Wednesdays June 11 – July 30 from 6pm–8pm. Hotdogs, ice cream treats, beer and wine will be available to purchase.
June 11 – Innocent Reggae Band – Roots Reggae
June 18 – Maria & The Coins – Singer-Songwriter Driven Pop Hooks
June 25 – Flamin’ Oh’s – Minnesota Music Legends
July 2 – Leslie Rich & The Rocket Soul Choir – Belfast Born Singer/Songwriter Fronting a 3-piece Rock Band
July 9 – Salsa del Soul – High-Energy Latin Dance Music
July 16 – Jellyjacket – All-Star Minnesota Rock & Roll Band
July 23 – Favourite Girl – Katy Vernon Leads An Almost Exclusively Female Powered Rock Band
July 30 – School of Rock –St. Paul & Plymouth House Bands
Learn more at comozooconservatory.org/groovin2025.

Music on the Cortile - Laura Hugo
2025-07-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Landmark Center
July 30, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Landmark Center. Free.
Music on the Cortile (previously known as Music from the Porch and Music in the Café) presents live performances by musicians in the picturesque Musser Cortile at Landmark Center. Taking place over four Wednesday lunch hours, these concerts offer an opportunity to hear talented local musicians. Best of all, they’re free and open to everyone. Attendees are encouraged to bring their lunch to enjoy during the concert. All concerts are 12-1 pm.
July 9: Laamar
July 30: Laura Hugo
August 13: Ray Bonneville
Learn more at landmarkcenter.org/music-on-the-cortile.

St. Paul Walking Tours
2025-07-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Skinner’s Pub
Wednesdays through August, 10 a.m.Various Locations. Free (reservation required)
St. Paul Walking Tours are back! Appreciate the rich history, architecture, and nature of downtown on four different tours: Heart of the City Walking Tour (the 1st Wednesday of the month in June and August only), It Happened Right Here: St. Paul’s Origins Walking Tour (2nd Wednesdays of the month), Great River Walking Tour (3rd Wednesdays of the month), Rice Park Walking Tour (4th Wednesdays of the month)!
All tours are free but reservations are required. June tour date reservations will open on May 5. July tour date reservations will open on June 2, and August tour date reservations will open on July 7. For more information, call 651.292.3063 or visit landmarkcenter.org/saint-paul-walking-tours.

Circus Juventas Summer 2025 Production: Lumière
2025-07-25 19:00 - 2025-08-10 21:30 | Circus Juventas
July 25-August 10. Circus Juventas. $25-$55.
This summer, Circus Juventas rolls out the red carpet for a trip through time and Tinseltown with a twist of paranormal intrigue. Join a lively crew of ghostbuster-style teens who, thanks to a lightning strike, find themselves transported to 1939, amidst the glitter and glamour of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Traverse the phantasmic fifth dimension, filled with celebrities, bellhops, gangsters, paparazzi, and studio heads as they navigate the bright lights and haunting shadows of the mysterious Hotel Hollywood. It’s an adventure you won’t want to miss!
For tickets, showtimes and more, visit circusjuventas.org.

St. Paul Walking Tours
2025-07-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Landmark Center

Rondo Days
2025-07-19 11:00 - 19:00 | Martin Luther King Jr. Rec Center
July 19, 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Martin Luther King Rec. Center. Free.
Rondo Days is the annual weekend celebration and is always held on the 3rd Saturday in July in St. Paul, Minnesota that commemorates the legacy of the Rondo neighborhood. The festival has grown since its inception in 1982 to become the largest African American sponsored festival in Minnesota. The Rondo Days Festival features live entertainment, food, service and merchandise vendors and many other activities that keep our multicultural audience entertained throughout the day.
Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Rondo neighborhood and join us in defining the future of our community. Learn more at rondodays.net.

Street Machine Nationals
2025-07-18 - 2025-07-20 | Minnesota State Fairgrounds
July 18-20, Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Free-$20.
The 2025 Street Machine Nationals rolls into into the Minnesota State Fairgrounds in St. Paul, Friday, July 18 through Sunday, July 20. The Street Machine Nationals is a celebration of horsepower that draws some of the most unique muscle cars in the world. Industry-leading brands will be showcased in the Performance Marketplace, many offer special “Show Only” pricing. The Show-N-Shine contest will feature pro judging in a wide array of categories.
Visit us online at www.StreetMachineNationals.net for tickets and more information.

Minnesota Yacht Club
2025-07-18 - 2025-07-20 | Harriet Island Pavilion
July 18-20. Harriet Island Park. $150-$2300
After a successful inaugural year in 2024, the Minnesota Yacht Club music festival announced that it would be returning to Harriet Island this summer on July 18-20.
This year’s festival is scheduled for three days, up from last year’s two-day event. Day one will be headlined by Hozier and the Alabama Shakes with bands like Train, Sheryl Crow and Father John Misty rounding out the day. Day two features Fall Out Boy and Weezer as headliners with Remi Wolf, O.A.R. and Motion City Soundtrack also on the bill. Day three will be headlined by Green Day, with Sublime, 311 Garbage and Minnesota’s Semisonic some of the notable acts supporting them.
Tickets range from $150 for a single day to $2300 for platinum three-day access. For a full lineup of this year’s bands and tickets, visit minnesotayachtclubfestival.com.

Depot Dance Nights - Salsa Night
2025-07-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Union Depot
July 16, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Union Depot. Free.
Ready to get your groove on? Join us this summer for Depot Dance Nights! Union Depot is excited to be hosting free dance nights in the Waiting Room. Each dance night will feature a different dance style and will begin with 30 minutes of free professional dance instruction followed by two hours of dancing to a live band. Depot Dance Nights are free to attend and will feature live music by many of the Twin Cities’ most popular dance bands, offering great entertainment! Dance lessons will be taught at all 3 events by professional instructor, Denny Hukriede.
Tuesday, July 16: Salsa Night with live music from Salsa del Soul
Tuesday, August 20: Ballroom Night with live music from The Jerry O’Hagan Orchestra
Learn more at uniondepot.org.

First Annual Chicano Festival
2025-07-12 13:00 - 21:00 | St. Paul College
July 12, 1:00-9:00 p.m. St. Paul College.
Join us for the vibrant and exciting First Annual Chicano Fest! This dynamic celebration brings the rich and colorful culture of the Chicano community right to our city, offering a day filled with entertainment, culture and community spirit. Experience the thrill of the Lowrider and car show, enjoy a lively dog show, savor delicious flavors from a variety of food trucks featuring authentic and diverse culinary delights, explore local vendors presenting unique crafts, art, and goods that highlight the creativity and heritage of the community. Whether you’re looking to learn, celebrate, or simply have a great time, Chicano Fest is the place to be for a memorable day of culture, connection, and celebration. Learn more at twincitieschicanofest.com.

Art At St. Kate’s
2025-07-12 10:00 - 17:00 | St. Catherine University
July 12, 10:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. St. Catherine University. Free.
Art at St. Kate’s features quality work by 100 local juried artists who create and sell fine art and fine crafts including clay, fiber, glass, leather, jewelry, metal, paper, wood, mixed media, as well as fine arts including painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture. This art fair has everything from leather handbags, cloisonné pendants, and stained glass to hand-woven scarves, wood and copper birdhouses, woodcut prints, acrylic and oil paintings, collages, original cards, metal sculptures, quilts, hand-blown glass, hand-made paper, ceramic vases, bowls and mugs. Strolling musicians and food trucks are also part of the art fair.
Learn more at artistscircle.org.

St. Paul Movies in the Parks
2025-07-10 20:30 - 22:30 | Sibley Manor
July 10 at dusk. Sibley Manor Apartments. Free.
Join us for our first Movies in the Park of the 2025 season featuring The Parent Trap and the Sweet Dairy food truck. Bring along a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy a starlit night of fun with friends and family! Movies in the Parks provides a wide range of outdoor films at parks and recreation centers around St. Paul. Movies in the Parks events are free and open to the public. Movies are weather dependent and subject to change without notice. All children under 10 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Rated R/NR movies are 18+ events. Movies in the Parks are pet friendly events (unless otherwise noted), but pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6ft at all times. Unless otherwise noted, all movies will be closed captioned in English. Movies typically begin at dusk, but some may start earlier or later. Unless otherwise noted, pre-show activities or food trucks will be on-site no more than 1 hour before sunset.
For all movies and to learn more, visit stpaul.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/activities-events/summer-activities-events/movies-parks.
