Not-So-Silent Bob
What: An Evening with Kevin Smith
When: Sept. 15, 7 p.m.
Where: The Fitzgerald Theater, St. Paul
The director of cult-classic comedies “Clerks,” “Chasing Amy,” and “Dogma” comes to the Fitzgerald Theater on Tuesday, Sept. 15, to tell some stories and share some laughs. Tickets can be found here.
Bandz A Make You Dance
What: Lil Wayne: 20 Years of Carter Classics with 2 Chainz
When: Sept. 15, 8 p.m.
Where: Mystic Lake Amphitheater, Shakopee
Long-time friends and hip-hop hitmakers Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz bring their lyrical prowess to Mystic Lake Amphitheater on Tuesday in celebration of 20 years of Lil Wayne’s album series, “Tha Carters.” Find more information here.
Photo by James Winstanley
Where’s Your Utopia? At Fine Line, I think
What: Yard Act
When: Sept. 17, 8 p.m.
Where: Fine Line, Minneapolis
English post-punkers Yard Act bring their brand of quasi-spoken-word rant rock to Fine Line in Minneapolis on Thursday. Tickets can be found here.
Photo by Frank Ockenfels
It’s a Day-Off in Kyoto, Not in St. Paul
What: Phoebe Bridgers, The Lost Tour 2026
When: Sept. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Grand Casino Arena, St. Paul
Star indie singer Phoebe Bridgers comes to town as The Lost Tour makes its way through the Midwest, kicking off autumn with some spooky tunes. Not to be forgotten is special guest Alex G, who is accompanying Bridgers for the first six weeks of the tour. Tickets can be found here.
Take a Little Dip in the Diamond Sea
What: Bell Museum Statewide Star Party
When: Sept. 18, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Rolling Forks Vineyards, Glenwood
The little dipper is the, err, star of the Bell Museum Statewide Star Party this week. Rolling Forks Vineyard is one of the host locations, where you can participate in guided telescope viewing, family-friendly activities, and more. Entry is free, learn more here.
Courtesy of The 1029 Bar
Tent + Beer = Fun
What: 1029 Bar Tent Party
When: Sept. 18-20
Where: 1029 Bar, Northeast Minneapolis
Checkout live music, Oktoberfest-style drinks, and plenty of activities at the tent party outside 1029 Bar in Northeast Minneapolis this weekend. If you aren’t already in the fall spirit, don’t worry. The party opens with local polka band Jolly P’s to get you ready. Find more information here.
Guide Yourself, Dude
What: Studio West Art Tour
When: Sept. 19-20
Where: Hopkins, Minnetonka, Deephaven, and Wayzata
Check out art from 23 artists at eight locations around Hennepin County. This self-guided tour gets you out of the house and in front of the latest work from local artists. More information can be found here.
