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May 14–June 7, Times vary. History Theatre. $25–$60. This compelling drama traces the friendship between Supreme Court justices Harry Blackmun and Warren Burger, both Minnesota natives, as they navigate pivotal legal and political decisions. Written by playwright Lee Blessing, the play explores the personal and ideological tensions shaping the U.S. Supreme Court during the Nixon […] 
May 30–31, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. West 7th neighborhood, St. Paul. Free. The West End Garage Sale invites residents to take part in a neighborhood-wide shopping event that draws bargain hunters from across the city. Participants who register by May 15 will have their sale included on a community map and promoted to maximize visibility and […] |
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June 2, 5–8 p.m. Hidden Falls Regional Park, St. Paul. Free. Watch young racers take to the hill at the 6th Annual Soap Box Derby, where youth ages 9–14 compete in handcrafted cars they’ve spent weeks designing and building. Teams from St. Paul and Minneapolis gather for this exciting community event, showcasing creativity, teamwork, and […]
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June 2, 7–9 p.m. Skinner’s Pub & Eatery, St. Paul. Free. Kick off summer with live music from GB Leighton in a relaxed patio setting. Enjoy food, drinks, and a lively neighborhood atmosphere.More info: skinnersmn.com |
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Wednesday, June 3, 10-11:30 a.m. Zoom. Minnesota Department of Transportation project staff will provide updates on the long-running Rethinking I-94 initiative during an upcoming Public Advisory Committee meeting. Officials plan to discuss traffic modeling, recent I-94 construction traffic data, feedback received during the public comment period on the project’s environmental review documents, and next steps […] |
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June 4, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Shaller Family Sholom East Campus. Free. Introducing Community Reporter Office Hours! This spring, we are partnering with local businesses and organizations along West 7th to bring our office out to the community. We want to hear from you and share some of what we are working on. Community […]
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June 4, Dinner 5 p.m.; music 7–9:30 p.m. Mancini’s Char House. $25–$75; VIP $500. Support the future Dousman Park playground at this lively community fundraiser featuring live music by The Cellar Dwellers. Guests can enjoy a pasta buffet dinner, reserve VIP seating or attend the concert-only portion of the evening. The event blends entertainment with […]
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June 4, 6–10 p.m. Mears Park. Free. Kick off the Lowertown Sounds summer concert series with an evening of live local music in the heart of St. Paul. Featuring performances by Dr. Mambo’s Combo, Purple Funk Metropolis, and Lips Speak Louder, this weekly event blends diverse musical styles with a relaxed outdoor atmosphere. Attendees can […] |
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June 6–7, Union Depot. Free. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Union Depot with train displays, tours, family activities, and a new outdoor music festival. This weekend event highlights transportation history and community fun. More info: uniondepot.org/100
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June 6, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Free. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church invites the community to participate in a “Buy Nothing” event where everything is free and open to all. This unique gathering encourages sustainability, reuse, and neighborly connection by offering household items, clothing, and other goods at no cost. Attendees are welcome […] |
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June 7, All day. Grand Avenue, St. Paul. Free. The Midwest’s largest free street festival returns with live music, food vendors, a parade, family activities, and more. Drawing over 200,000 attendees, Grand Old Day celebrates community and local businesses along Grand Avenue. Check out our full coverage at communityreporter.org/guide-to-grand-old-day-2026. More info: grandave.com/events/grandoldday |
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Tuesdays, June 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2026. 5-7 p.m. Kellogg Mall Park. Free. Dog lovers and their pets are invited to downtown Saint Paul for Yappy Hour, a weekly outdoor gathering featuring live music, food trucks, lawn games and an off-leash dog park experience. Organized by Saint Paul Parks and Recreation, the June series […]
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June 9, 7–9 p.m. Skinner’s Pub & Eatery. Free. Enjoy an evening of live music and drinks on the patio with Kurt Jorgenson. A casual, welcoming event perfect for a summer night out.More info: skinnersmn.com |
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Wednesdays, June 10-July 29. 6-8 p.m. Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Free admission. The popular Groovin’ in the Garden concert series returns to the grounds of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory with eight weeks of free outdoor music performances and family-friendly activities. Concertgoers are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy performances ranging from reggae and […] |
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June 11, 6–10 p.m. Mears Park Free. The Lowertown Sounds series continues with an eclectic night of music featuring Poliça and Sophie Hiroko. Known for its laid-back atmosphere and strong local following, this free concert series brings together music lovers from across the Twin Cities. In addition to live performances, attendees can enjoy a wide […] |
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June 12–13, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Multiple locations, neighborhoods. $25–$30 registration. Join a citywide tradition as the Macalester-Groveland Community Council partners with Summit Hill and Highland Park for a multi-neighborhood garage sale weekend. Residents and businesses can register to be included on the official sale map, making it easy for shoppers to explore dozens of sales […] |
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June 13-14, Germanic-American Institute, Free. Deutsche Tage returns to the grounds of the Germanic-American Institute for a weekend celebrating German heritage, music, food and culture. The free festival will feature authentic German and European cuisine, Paulaner beer, German wines, live entertainment, dance performances, sing-alongs and family activities including scavenger hunts and interactive cultural experiences. Organizers […] 
June 13-14. Union Depot. Free. American Craft Fest will transform Union Depot into a two-day showcase of regional artists, makers and hands-on creative activities. Hosted by the American Craft Council, the free event will include artist demonstrations, interactive activities, food vendors and opportunities to shop handmade work from craftspeople across the region. Participating organizations include […] 
June 13-14, 2026. Noon-8 p.m. Dual Citizen Brewing. Free admission. The STP Pride Festival returns to Saint Paul with two days of live entertainment, cultural performances and community celebration at Dual Citizen Brewing. The festival will feature live music, DJs, food trucks, breakdance competitions and family-focused programming alongside performances celebrating LGBTQ+ culture and identity. Organizers […]
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Saturday, June 13, 2026. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Grand Avenue between Lexington and Dale. Free. Live music returns to Grand Avenue this spring with a neighborhood busking event featuring musicians from Music on Grand performing outdoors along the business corridor. Shoppers and diners can enjoy guitar, vocal and acoustic performances while exploring local restaurants, boutiques and […] |
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June 17, July 22 and Aug. 19, 10 a.m. to noon. Union Depot. Free. Union Depot will host its Depot Days of Summer series with free family-friendly programming throughout the summer. Each monthly event includes games, crafts, activities and themed entertainment geared toward children and families. Organizers say every month will feature a different theme, […] |
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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 […] |
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Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20, 2026. Multiple venues in Lowertown St. Paul and beyond. Free. Twin Cities Jazz Festival returns for its 28th year with two days of free performances featuring internationally recognized artists, local musicians and youth ensembles across Saint Paul’s Lowertown neighborhood. Main stage performances at Mears Park include Yellowjackets, Sullivan […] 
June 19-20, 2026. Pryes Brewing Company. $40.50-$84. Pryes Brewing Company is expanding its annual block party with the launch of Pryes Side Lot, a new outdoor concert venue debuting with performances by Soul Asylum and Gear Daddies. The two-night event combines ticketed evening concerts with the brewery’s larger daytime block party celebration featuring food, beer […] |
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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 […]
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June 20, 10-11:15 a.m. St. Stanislaus Church. Free. Historian Gary Brueggemann will discuss his book,Saints and Sinners the Pioneers of Saint Paul, at St. Stanislaus Church, 398 Superior Street, Saturday, […]
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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June 25 and June 28. Minnesota History Center. Pay-what-you-can; suggested $8-$10. The Minnesota Historical Society and The Steger Center will present screenings of the documentary “After Antarctica,” followed by question-and-answer sessions with polar explorer Will Steger. Directed by Tasha Van Zandt, the film examines climate change through the lens of Steger’s groundbreaking polar expeditions and […] |
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June 26-28, 2026. Como Regional Park, Admission varies. The annual Hmong International Freedom Festival returns to Como Regional Park for three days of cultural celebration, athletics, food and live entertainment. Organized by The United Hmong Family Inc., the festival is one of the largest Hmong cultural gatherings in the Midwest and commemorates Hmong freedom, heritage […] |
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Saturday, June 27, 2026. 10-11:30 a.m. Minnesota History Center $40-$50. Polar explorer Will Steger joins food writer Beth Dooley for a brunch event centered on “The Steger Homestead Kitchen Cookbook.” The conversation will explore recipes inspired by seasonal living, sustainability and Steger’s experiences traveling through some of the world’s most remote environments. Guests will enjoy […]
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June 27. 2-4 p.m. Minnesota History Center. Pay-what-you-can; suggested $12-$15. Join famed polar explorer Will Steger and expedition veteran Julie Hignall for an inside look at the specialized gear that made historic Arctic and Antarctic expeditions possible. The presentation examines how sleds, navigation tools, tents, clothing systems and cooking equipment functioned in some of the […]
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Saturday, June 27, 3-11 p.m. Prior Ave. between Pennock and Hewitt. Free. Twin Cities Irish Fest Block Party will bring live music, Irish dance and family activities to Prior Avenue North between Pennock and Hewitt avenues. The free event will feature performances from the Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band, Center for Irish Music, The Northerly […] |
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June 25 and June 28. Minnesota History Center. Pay-what-you-can; suggested $8-$10. The Minnesota Historical Society and The Steger Center will present screenings of the documentary “After Antarctica,” followed by question-and-answer sessions with polar explorer Will Steger. Directed by Tasha Van Zandt, the film examines climate change through the lens of Steger’s groundbreaking polar expeditions and […]
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June 28 and July 26, 2026. Irvine Park. Free; donations encouraged. The Irvine Park Music Series returns with a new format featuring two larger outdoor music events this summer in one of St. Paul’s most historic neighborhoods. The June 28 lineup includes Jordan Johnston, CLARQ and Ipso Facto, while July 26 will feature Laura Hugo, […] |
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Saturday, July 4, 6-10:30 p.m. Cathedral of St. Paul. Free. Red, White & BOOM! will bring public Independence Day fireworks back to St. Paul as part of America’s 250th birthday celebration. The event will take place at Cathedral Hill Park near the historic Cathedral of St. Paul overlooking downtown. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. with […] |