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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
July 8-26, 2026. History Theatre, St. Paul. $25-$65. History Theatre brings back its acclaimed one-woman production “The Root Beer Lady,” written and performed by Kim Schultz. The production tells the story of legendary Boundary Waters resident Dorothy Molter, who became famous for brewing root beer and living independently in the remote North Woods near the […]
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 […]
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 11, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.. St. Catherine University. Free. One of Saint Paul’s premier outdoor art fairs returns to the campus of St. Catherine University with more than […]
Saturday, July 11, 7:30 p.m. Grand Oak Opry. Pay what you are able.Grand Oak Opry will welcome performer Obi Original for a July concert showcasing the artist’s live performance style […]
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 two stages and a carefully scheduled lineup, attendees can enjoy continuous live music throughout the weekend. The festival combines big-name acts with local talent, creating […]
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 […]
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 […]
Thursday, July 23. 5-7 p.m. Palace Recreation Center Free. Safe Summer Nights returns this summer with a series of free neighborhood gatherings designed to build relationships between residents and law […]
July 23, 6–10 p.m. Mears Park. Free. Dance the night away with Salsa del Soul and Tropical Zone Orchestra. This high-energy evening celebrates Latin rhythms and community connection. Lowertown Sounds […]
July 30, 6–10 p.m. Mears Park. Free. Wrap up the series with Pert Near Sandstone, Cole Diamond, and Jack Klatt. This final show brings a mix of bluegrass, Americana, and roots music to the park. Lowertown Sounds closes out another successful season celebrating local music and community. More info: lowertownsounds.com.