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 […]
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 […]
Lace up your skates and enjoy a summer of music, movement and community at Rice Park Roller Disco. Hosted by Twin Cities Skaters and supported by the Saint Paul Downtown Alliance, the weekly event features live DJs, free skate rentals and an all-ages atmosphere in the heart of downtown St. Paul. Participants may bring their […]
Learn ballroom dance in a welcoming outdoor setting with instructor Mariusz Kujawski. Open to all experience levels, the classes introduce participants to dances such as cha-cha, samba, jive, rumba and Viennese waltz. No partner is required, making the series an accessible way to stay active, learn new skills and connect with fellow community members throughout […]
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 […]
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 […]
Lace up your skates and enjoy a summer of music, movement and community at Rice Park Roller Disco. Hosted by Twin Cities Skaters and supported by the Saint Paul Downtown Alliance, the weekly event features live DJs, free skate rentals and an all-ages atmosphere in the heart of downtown St. Paul. Participants may bring their […]
Learn ballroom dance in a welcoming outdoor setting with instructor Mariusz Kujawski. Open to all experience levels, the classes introduce participants to dances such as cha-cha, samba, jive, rumba and Viennese waltz. No partner is required, making the series an accessible way to stay active, learn new skills and connect with fellow community members throughout […]