Noah, Naturally
What: Noah Kahan: The Great Divide Tour
When: Aug. 5, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Target Field, Minneapolis
Singer-songwriter darling of the year Noah Kahan brings his Great Divide Tour to Minnesota, celebrating the release of his newest album and sharing his particular brand of tender and evocative music under the evening sky.
Courtesy of Noah Kahan
Art on the Edge
What: Minnesota Fringe Festival
When: Aug. 6-16
Where: Minneapolis
The largest performing arts festival in the Midwest invites tens of thousands of audience members to view a variety of performances in dance, theater, comedy, puppetry, opera, spoken word, and other genres.
Artists Take Uptown
What: Uptown Art Fair
When: Aug. 7-9
Where: Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis
You’ll find traditional fine arts at this fair, sure—but also performances, food, and neighborhood partners. Some of the proceeds from the event are directly reinvested in one of Minneapolis’ most beloved neighborhoods.
Courtesy of Uptown Art Fair
Éirinn go Brách
What: Twin Cities Irish Fest
When: Aug. 7-9
Where: Harriet Island Regional Park, St. Paul
You don’t have to have Irish heritage to enjoy the good craic at Twin Cities Irish Fest, which returns to Harriet Island for a weekend of music, kids’ activities, Irish dance performances, food, and more.
Hit the Trails
What: Duluth Trails Festival
When: Aug. 7-9
Where: Spirit Mountain, Duluth
Embrace the glorious summer weather of Lake Superior with this celebration of the outdoors: biking and running races for every skill level. Try a chainless downhill bike ride, an 8-mile singletrack foot race, a hill climb, and more.
Courtesy of Duluth Trails Festival
Moo Brighton
What: New Brighton Stockyard Days
When: Aug. 7-9
Where: Long Lake Regional Park, New Brighton
More than a typical community summer festival, Stockyard Days commemorates New Brighton’s fascinating history as a center of the cattle and railroad industries. Take in the fireworks, play bingo, listen to live music, and enjoy family-friendly activities all weekend.
