June 18, 6–10 p.m. Mears Park. Free. Enjoy another evening of live music at Lowertown Sounds with performances by The New Standards and Black Market Brass. This popular Thursday night series showcases top-tier regional talent across genres, from jazz and funk to indie and soul. With food trucks, beverages, and a welcoming outdoor environment, the […]
June 20, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. West End neighborhoods. Free. Explore the creativity and diversity of local gardens during the West End Neighbors’ Garden Tour. This self-guided event invites visitors to walk or drive between participating gardens, each showcasing unique styles—from native plantings and pollinator habitats to vegetable plots and ornamental landscapes. The tour highlights the […]
June 25, 6–10 p.m. Mears Park. Free. Close out June with live performances by Flamin’ Oh’s and Christy Costello & the CC Club. Lowertown Sounds continues its tradition of bringing diverse, high-quality music to downtown St. Paul. Guests can enjoy food trucks, beverages, and a relaxed community setting under the summer sky. This free concert […]
July 9, 6–10 p.m. Mears Park. Free. The July lineup kicks off with Ashley DuBose and Mae Simpson, offering a soulful blend of R&B and contemporary sounds. As always, Lowertown Sounds pairs live music with a curated selection of food trucks and drinks. The open-air park setting makes it an ideal summer outing for friends […]
July 10–11, Harriet Island Regional Park. Varies. This inaugural two-day festival brings a wide-ranging country music lineup to the Mississippi riverfront. Headlined by The Red Clay Strays and Treaty Oak Revival, the event blends traditional country, Americana, and modern crossover sounds. With two stages and no overlapping sets, attendees can enjoy a seamless music experience […]
July 16, 6–10 p.m. Mears Park. Free. Catch The Scarlet Goodbye and High on Stress for another lively installment of Lowertown Sounds. With its mix of established and emerging artists, […]
July 17–19, Harriet Island. $155–$305+. This three-day music festival features headliners The Lumineers, Matchbox Twenty, and The Strokes, along with a diverse lineup of indie, rock, and alternative artists. With […]
July 18, 12–7 p.m. Hallie Q. Brown Community Center. Free. Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the historic Rondo neighborhood with live music, food vendors, art, and community activities. The […]