Sunday Funday: Ballet Folklorico Mexico Azteca with Mariachi Son de Morelos

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Sunday Funday: Ballet Folklorico Mexico Azteca with Mariachi Son de Morelos

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Sunday, July 27, 2025 - 5–7 p.m.

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Ballet Folklorico Mexico Azteca

Ballet Folklorico Mexico Azteca presents the culture, heritage, and beauty of Mexico through folkloric dance. 

Some dances will be accompanied live by Mariachi Son de Morelos.


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!

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Sunday Funday: Steve Clarke and The Working Stiffs

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Sunday Funday: Steve Clarke and The Working Stiffs

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Sunday, July 20, 2025 - 5–7 p.m.

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Steve Clarke and the Working Stiffs band performing at the Normandale Lake bandshell

Steve Clarke and the Working Stiffs will make Sunday a truly fun day with classic big band and crooner sounds, headlined by the six-time Minnesota Music Award Horn Player of the Year!


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! 

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East Lawn

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Thursday Blockbusters: Tim Sigler Band

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Thursday Blockbusters: Tim Sigler Band

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Thursday, July 31, 2025 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.

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A crowd favorite at many country music festivals, the Tim Sigler Band has grown into one of the biggest country acts in the upper Midwest, regularly playing top venues in the area. 

Get a musical sneak peek on the Tim Sigler Band's YouTube Channel


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!

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Thursday Blockbusters: Salsa Del Soul

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Thursday Blockbusters: Salsa Del Soul

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Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.

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Salsa del Soul is a nine-piece orchestra performing various styles of dance music from the Spanish-speaking regions of the Caribbean. Salsa del Soul was formed with the purpose of providing great dance music for Twin Cities Salsa fans. 


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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!

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Thursday Blockbusters: The Tuxedo Band (Hometown Heroes Tribute)

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Thursday Blockbusters: The Tuxedo Band (Hometown Heroes Tribute)

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Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.

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Tuxedo Band performing during summer 2021 Arts in the Parks at the Normandale Lake Bandshell

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".   


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!

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Midweek Music & Market: Vivian Hayes & the Hi-Praise

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Midweek Music & Market: Vivian Hayes & the Hi-Praise

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Wednesday, August 6, 2025 - 5–8 p.m.

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Vivian Hayes & The Hi-Praise band

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! 


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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! 

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East parking lot

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Midweek Music & Market: Consolation Champ (canceled)

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Midweek Music & Market: Consolation Champ (canceled)

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Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 5–8 p.m.

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This event has been canceled due to inclement weather. 

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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


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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! 

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Room Name/Location
East parking lot

Follow Bloomington Parks and Recreation on Facebook.

Tuesday Performance Series: Jazz on the Prairie

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Tuesday Performance Series: Jazz on the Prairie

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Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 7–8:30 p.m.

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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!

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Monday Morning Kids' Series: Brodini Magic Show

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Monday Morning Kids' Series: Brodini Magic Show

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Monday, July 14, 2025 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.

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Brodini comedy magic

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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Picnic Pavilion

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Sunday Funday: Charanga Tropical (*canceled*)

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Sunday Funday: Charanga Tropical (*canceled*)

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Sunday, July 13, 2025 - 5–8 p.m.

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This event is canceled out of an abundance of caution due to air quality concerns. 

Charanga Tropical band

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. 

Food Vendors: Espartaco, Las Twins Mexican Cuisine

Photo Credit: Walter Horishnyk

This performance is sponsored by the City of Bloomington Office of Creative Placemaking.


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! 

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