Gershwin’s Greatest
What: Travis Anderson Trio: The Music of George Gershwin
When: Sept. 3 (7–9 p.m.)
Where: Dakota, 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
The Travis Anderson Trio, a Minneapolis-based jazz trio, pays tribute to the prevailing legacy of American composer George Gershwin at Dakota, where they will play arrangements that celebrate his innumerable contributions to Broadway, film, concert hall, and jazz.
Bloody Mary Bash
What: Big Muddy Brew ‘N Que
When: Sept. 6-8
Where: 1 Main St., Winona
Winona Main Street Program presents the 8th annual Big Muddy Brew ‘N Que, a free event for all ages featuring Bloody Mary tasting, food trucks, a cornhole competition, kids’ activities, and more.
provided by Winona area chamber of commerce
Railway Remembrance
What: James J. Hill Days
When: Sept. 6-8
Where: Downtown Wayzata
Gear up for a weekend of historical remembrance and lively celebration at the 50th annual James J. Hill Days in downtown Wayzata. Honoring the legacy of James J. Hill, the historic Minnesotan businessman who once owned the Great Northern Railroad Company, this annual festival is jam-packed with exciting community events, including live music, food trucks, beer gardens, an open-air street market, carnival, parade, firework show, and more!
Provided by Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce
EVOLVE Runway Returns
What: EVOLVE Velvet Underground Fall Fashion Show
When: Sept. 6 (6–9:30 p.m.)
Where: Open Book 2nd Floor, 1011 Washington Ave. S., Minneapolis
The annual EVOLVE runway show presented by local boutique The Fitting Room returns, featuring capsule fall collections by both emerging and established local designers. Stick around after the runway for access to a pop-up shop where featured designers will be selling their latest collections.
Photo by Sheldon J. POWELL
Vintage Vendors Unite
What: Northeast Vintage Block Party
When: Sept. 7 (11 a.m.– 6 p.m.)
Where: Back lot of 5th St. NE Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis
Shop vintage treasures at the inaugural Northeast Vintage Block Party, which will unite dozens of vintage sellers and retailers for an open-air shopping experience. Hosted by Moth Oddities, Olio Vintage, Twelve Vultures, and The Golden Pearl Vintage, the shops that make up the corner informally known as the “Northeast Vintage Block” this first-of-its-kind event is a celebration of vintage fashion and the small business community.
Provided by The Golden Pearl Vintage
Pooch Pals
What: Woofstock at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival
When: Sept. 7-8
Where: 12364 Chestnut Blvd., Shakopee
Head to the Minnesota Renaissance Festival for the return of the beloved Woofstock festival, which celebrates everyone’s favorite pooches with contests, races, treats, and more. Bring your own fury friend along to receive half-price admission!
