The Tuxedo Band, the Twin Cities' longest-running cover band of classic and contemporary rock, pop and country music, proudly presents a special edition tribute in recognition of the importance and contributions of first responders, healthcare staff, educators and other "hometown heroes".   

• Food vendor: Eggroll Queen, Rollin Nolen’s BBQ
• Beer vendor: Northstar Tavern

The Thursday Blockbusters Series provides the very best in free outdoor entertainment on Thursdays throughout the summer at Normandale Lake Bandshell. It features top quality musical performances, food trucks and beer sales at each show!

• Food and beverage service begins at 6:30 p.m. 
• Music begins at 7 p.m.   

The bandshell performance venue is a natural grass amphitheater with no permanent seating. Please consider bringing a blanket or lawn chair for your comfort and convenience while enjoying the event. 

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see other fun events in summer 2025!

Follow Bloomington Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Vivian Hayes & the Hi-Praise brings high-energy blues , R&B and soul sounds to Midweek Music & Market in August.  

Visit the band's YouTube channel for a preview of what's in store at Triple M! 

• Food vendors: Amazing Momo, Eggroll Queen, Hometown Creamery, Hydration Shuttle, Taqueria el Patron
• Beer vendor: Northstar Tavern 

Midweek Music & Market offers a great mix of food, beer, music, games, and fun on Wednesdays in July and August in the east lot at Bloomington Civic Plaza.

• Market, food and beverage sales open 5 - 8 p.m.
• Music performances begin at 5:30 p.m.        

The area where music is performed on the Civic Plaza East Lawn is a grass hill with no permanent seating. Please consider bringing a blanket or lawn chair for your comfort and convenience while enjoying the music.        

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see other fun events in summer 2025! 

Follow Bloomington Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Twin Cities-based Consolation Champ is an indie-folk/alternative band known for its blend of introspective lyrics with dynamic instrumentation. 

Get a preview on the Consolation Champ YouTube channel. 

• Food vendors:  Hometown Creamery, Las Twins Mexican Cuisine, Muddy Tiger Indian Street Food, Rollin Nolen’s BBQ
• Beer vendor: Northstar Tavern 

Midweek Music & Market offers a great mix of food, beer, music, games, and fun on Wednesdays in July and August in the east lot at Bloomington Civic Plaza.

• Market, food and beverage sales open 5 - 8 p.m.
• Music performances begin at 5:30 p.m.        

The area where music is performed on the Civic Plaza East Lawn is a grass hill with no permanent seating. Please consider bringing a blanket or lawn chair for your comfort and convenience while enjoying the music.        

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see other fun events in summer 2025! 

Follow Bloomington Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Under the direction of Rob Estrine, the 20-piece Big Band ensemble, Jazz on the Prairie, performs a variety of genres including the golden era of swing, the big band era of the 50s, rock and much more.  This band is affiliated with the Eden Prairie Community Band. 

Check out a few clips on the Eden Prairie Community Band's YouTube Channel. 

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see what else is coming up in summer 2025!

Graylyn Brodini Morris' high energy, interactive and hilarious comedy magic will keep kids of all ages entertained and amazed. 

Don't miss this thrillingly wholesome family show! 

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see other fun events in summer 2025! 

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Enjoy the musical stylings of Sticks & Tones at the Moir Park picnic shelter. 

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see other fun events in summer 2025! 

Follow Bloomington Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Charanga Tropical is an authentic Latin band known for its infectious blend of Cuban Charanga music, Salsa and Latin jazz. 

Want a preview? Visit the video library on the Charanga Tropical website. 

Photo By: Walter Horishnyk

The Sunday Funday series features live, family-friendly music and theater performances 5 - 7 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) on Sundays, June 15 - August 10. Look for a show at a neighborhood park near you!

The performance venue has no permanent seating. Please consider bringing a blanket or lawn chair for your comfort and convenience while enjoying the event. 

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see other fun events in summer 2025! 

Follow Bloomington Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Coyote Wild is a high-energy country rock band based in Minnesota that is known for delivering electrifying performances that blend modern country hits with classic rock favorites. 

Get a preview on the Coyote Wild YouTube Channel.  

• Food vendor(s): Hydration Shuttle, Muddy Tiger Indian Street Food, Potter’s Pasties
• Beer vendor: NorthStar Tavern

The Thursday Blockbusters Series provides the very best in free outdoor entertainment on Thursdays throughout the summer at Normandale Lake Bandshell. It features top quality musical performances, food trucks and beer sales at each show!

• Food and beverage service begins at 6:30 p.m.
• Music begins at 7 p.m.   

The bandshell performance venue is a natural grass amphitheater with no permanent seating. Please consider bringing a blanket or lawn chair for your comfort and convenience while enjoying the event. 

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see other fun events in summer 2025!

Follow Bloomington Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Feel Good Inc. is a 2000's rock tribute band comprised of well-seasoned musicians playing great tunes from the past two decades. 

• Food vendors: California Dip & Eat, Hometown Creamery, Potter’s Pasties, Sambusa Samosa, Sincerely Eats, Taqueria el Patron
• Beer vendor:  NorthStar Tavern 

Midweek Music & Market offers a great mix of food, beer, music, games, and fun on Wednesdays in July and August in the east lot at Bloomington Civic Plaza.

• Market, food and beverage sales open 5 - 8 p.m.
• Music performances begin at 5:30 p.m.

The area where music is performed on the Civic Plaza East Lawn is a grass hill with no permanent seating. Please consider bringing a blanket or lawn chair for your comfort and convenience while enjoying the music.        

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see other fun events in summer 2025! 

Follow Bloomington Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Good for Gary is a premier Twin Cities-based cover band specializing in high-energy dance, pop and R&B hits that keep the crowd moving!

Check out this "ridiculously entertaining" band on its YouTube Channel for a preview of what awaits! 

• Food vendor(s): Hydration Shuttle, Pharaoha’s Gyros, Thai Thai Street Food
• Beer vendor: NorthStar Tavern

The Thursday Blockbusters Series provides the very best in free outdoor entertainment on Thursdays throughout the summer at Normandale Lake Bandshell. It features top quality musical performances, food trucks and beer sales at each show!

• Food and beverage service begins at 6:30 p.m.
• Music begins at 7 p.m.   

The bandshell performance venue is a natural grass amphitheater with no permanent seating. Please consider bringing a blanket or lawn chair for your comfort and convenience while enjoying the event. 

Visit the Arts in the Parks web page to see other fun events in summer 2025!

Follow Bloomington Parks and Recreation on Facebook.