JT Bates, Zacc Harris, Chris Bates Trio

Drummer JT Bates grew up at the Dakota. He experienced being in the same room as many drummers who created the language of the modern drumset. For example, Billy Higgins, Ben Riley, Elvin Jones, Max Roach, and on from those depths.

John Scofield's Combo 73

Aside from being one of the principal innovators of modern jazz guitar, John Scofield is a rare creative artist. He is a stylistic chameleon who has forged a consistent, rock-solid aesthetic identity. Looking to commemorate his seventy-third year, Scofield has penned a collection of new compositions. Also, he reformed his swinging group, formerly Combo 66, to tour the music.

International Owl Awareness Day - free open house

The International Owl Center is celebrating International Owl Awareness Day by offering free admission to all on Monday, August 4. Donations of non-perishable food items for the Houston Community Food Shelf are welcomed. There will also be a variety of other owl-themed offerings at other businesses in Houston.

Great River Shakespeare Festival: Callithump!

Don't miss this audience favorite - one of the hottest tickets in town! Callithump is a ridiculously fun, boisterous, and wildly entertaining fundraising show re-envisioned annually and produced by our company members. Tickets go fast! The fun starts at 5 p.m. with pre-Callithump outdoor activities! Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy on the lawn before the show begins inside at 7 p.m.

Free Waterski Shows with the Midwest Ski Otters

The Midwest Ski Otters present a themed water ski show Sunday evenings all Summer long. The Opening Show starts at 6:00pm. The Theme Show starts around 6:40pm and lasts approximately an hour. Free to the public. DONATIONS ACCEPTED! Bring your family & friends and join us for a FREE water ski show featuring pyramids, jump, barefoot & more! Limited bleacher seating available or bring lawn chairs/blankets and sit along the shoreline. Concessions available for purchase

Elf The Musical JR.

ELF THE MUSICAL JR.November 21 - December 28, 2025
Book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin
Music by Matthew Sklar
Lyrics by Chad Beguelin
Based on the New Line Cinema film written by David BerenbaumThe Audience Favorite Returns!
CAST | CREATIVE TEAM
RECOMMENDED FOR: All Ages

SINNERS on $5 Tuesday!

Come see a Tuesday afternoon screening on our $5 Tuesdays!

ABOUT THE FILM

From Ryan Coogler—director of Black Panther and Creed—and starring Michael B. Jordan comes a new vision of fear: Sinners.

Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers (Jordan) return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.

Hinckley Grand Celebration

The Grand Casino Hinckley Powwow Grounds are located just south of the casino, off County Road 15. The annual Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Grand Celebration Powwow is held there on the third weekend in June. The powwow is a large, competitive event drawing dancers and drum groups from across the nation and Canada. 

POW WOW ETIQUETTE: People of all cultures are welcome at most powwows, including those hosted by the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Guests are simply asked to respect the American Indian culture by keeping in mind the following suggestions: