Carolyn Wonderland

Carolyn Wonderland has more than earned her reputation as a fiercely independent artist. She is loved for her dynamic guitar playing, formidable songwriting, and pure Texas vocals. Wonderland plays original, bluesified, cosmic soul music, mixed with heavy doses of Tex-Mex and riff-fueled rock ‘n’ roll. On her new album, 2025’s Truth Is, Wonderland reflects on the world with honesty and righteous conviction.

Bicycling Around Minnesota

BAM is headed to central Minnesota August 21-24, 2025, with overnights in Pequot Lakes, Pine River and Emily – all part of the Brainerd Lakes Area – and Aitkin, an historic riverboat town. This area is a premier vacation destination and outdoor paradise, boasting more than 500 lakes and rivers as well as beautiful parks and forests.

Join us on a spectacular four day bicycling tour and see why Minnesota is called the Land of 10,000 Lakes! Explore picturesque, low traffic roads while capturing the points and interest along the way.

Andrew Walesch & His Orchestra

Like a good many before him, singer and pianist Andrew Walesch manages to encapsulate the sophistication of a cosmopolite and the self-effacing charm of a country boy. “The Sinatra-loving entertainer is both fresh and classic at the same time – and always swingin,” raves Star Tribune critic Jon Bream. “Expect some Basie, Bublé and Bennett mixed in with a little Ol’ Blue Eyes.”

64th Annual Marching Band Indoor Concert

Celebrate an annual tradition for the whole family when the 320+ members of “The Pride of Minnesota” return to Northrop! This electrifying indoor concert brings a new twist on halftime favorites, an exciting appearance by Goldy Gopher, and more. The University of Minnesota Marching Band, under the direction of Dr. Betsy McCann and Dr. John Leonard, remains one of the most dynamic and visible organizations on campus, providing enthusiastic support to the University’s athletic programs and representing the UMN at events year-round.

Shamel Pitts | TRIBE "Marks of RED"

For the final work in a three-year artistic partnership with Northrop and the Walker Art Center, MacArthur Fellow Shamel Pitts and multidisciplinary arts collective TRIBE present the world premiere of the Walker and Northrop Centennial Commission Marks of RED, an Afrofuturistic meditation on the “womb space.” Pitts and TRIBE as collaborators are exploring perceived spaces of regeneration, enfoldment, impl

Ramirez

Ramirez brings his ‘From Frisco With Love Tour’ to Varsity Theater on Friday, August 8th! Make sure to get your tickets now!

Spike & The Gimme Gimmes

Spike & The Gimme Gimmes brings the ‘Wet, Hot American Summer Tour’ to Varsity Theater on Saturday, July 26th with special guests The Schizophonics and Pet Needs! Make sure to get your tickets now!

Winona Together - Weaving Community Connections

Join us at Peter’s Biergarten for an evening of connection, community, and fun. This is a great opportunity to meet new people, build relationships, and be part of something exciting. Stay tuned for more details—we can’t wait to see you there!