An Evening of Jazz
What: Jazz String Duo at the Sheraton
When: Aug. 26, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Sheraton Minneapolis—1313 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis
Gather in the Sheraton lobby to enjoy the work of Mike Wolter and Matt Peterson, a Twin Cities-based jazz string duo, as well as light bites and refreshments by modern American bistro Esther’s Table.
Country Classics
What: Hank Williams Jr. with Marty Stuart
When: Aug. 27, 6-11 p.m.
Where: Minnesota State Fair Grandstand— 1265 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul
Country music legend Hank Williams Jr. takes the grandstand stage at the Minnesota State Fair with supporting act Marty Stuart. With over 70 million album copies sold worldwide, 14 No. 1 albums and 10 No. 1 singles Williams Jr. sets the standard for excellence in country music and beyond. Come sing along to some of his beloved classics, as well as hits from his latest album “Rich White Honky Blues.”
Games on the Green
What: College Football Watch Party
When: Aug. 29, 7-10 p.m.
Where: North Loop Green— 350 N. 5th St., Minneapolis
Football season is back, and North Loop Green is celebrating with a college football watch party set against the backdrop of its sprawling community green space. Don your jerseys, stop into Bassett Hound to pick up some brews and bites, and enjoy cheer on your favorite college football team from the largest outdoor videoboard in the North Loop neighborhood.
provided by North Loop Green
Cars for a Cause
What: Cars and Caves
When: Aug. 30, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Where: Chanhassen AutoPlex— 1740 Motorplex Court, Chanhassen
Cars and Caves returns to Chanhassen AutoPlex to celebrate the classic elegance of British car brands. Come appreciate an impressive lineup of over 300 vehicles staged indoors and outdoors throughout the 20-acre campus. Guests can offer donations to benefit Zuhrah Shriners Transportation Fund, an organization that helps children and families travel to receive care at Shriners Children’s Twin Cities Clinic.
provided by Chanhassen AutoPlex
Salsa at Sunset
What: Labor Day Weekend Salsa and Bachata Boat Cruise
When: Aug. 30, 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: 205 Doctor Justus Ohage Blvd., St. St Paul
Don your best all-white attire and join the Twin Cities Salsa Association for an evening river boat cruise featuring salsa, bachata, and Latin mix by DJone. Enjoy stunning sunset views over the Mississippi River as you expand your horizons and master these fun and dynamic dance styles. What better way to end the summer?
provided by Twin Cities Salsa Association
End of the Summer Brews
What: Porktoberfest at Day Block Brewing
When: Aug. 31, 2-8 p.m.
Where: Day Block Brewing— 1105 S. Washington Ave., Minneapolis
A packed season of outdoor bites and brews is upon us, and Day Block Brewing is kicking off the fun with the return of Porktoberfest—an afternoon filled with delicious pulled pork, Cubano sandwiches, Day Block’s famous pub pretzels and signature pizzas, all while enjoying live music and crisp autumn brews.
