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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Two Minnesota State Fair free concert stages lose corporate sponsorship
Two familiar free stages at the Minnesota State Fair have lost their corporate sponsorship. The Leinie Lodge Bandshell, the Fair's largest free stage, is now known as the Bandshell, while Schell's Stage at Schilling Amphitheater is now the West End Market Stage at Schilling Amphitheater. A State Fair spokesperson declined an interview request, but did release a statement saying that their sponsorship agreements typically range from one to three years. 'We have been privileged to collaborate with several valued sponsors over many, many years, including Leinenkugel's and August Schell Brewing Co., whose long-standing support of the State Fair is deeply appreciated,' the statement said. 'We recognize that companies reassess their budget priorities for a variety of reasons, and we respect that every situation is unique. We extend our sincere gratitude and best wishes to all of our partners as they move forward.' The spokesperson also said the State Fair is open to discuss new sponsorship inquiries. Leinenkugel's first sponsored the Leinie Lodge in the International Bazaar in 1990. Beginning in 2001, the larger Bandshell was named the Leinie Lodge Bandshell. A spokesperson for Molson Coors, parent company of Leinenkugel's, declined an interview request, but released a statement to the Pioneer Press: 'Leinenkugel's will continue to be available at the State Fair this year, and though it is common for brands to shift sponsorships, we'll continue to show up with various partners at events across Minnesota.' August Schell Brewing Co. started at the State Fair in 2004 as a sponsor of the Heritage Square stage. In 2014, the company became sponsor of the Schell's Stage at Schilling Amphitheater when Heritage Square was replaced with West End Market. A representative from August Schell Brewing Co. did not respond to email requests for a comment. Falcon Heights adds paid parking zones for Minnesota State Fair Los Lobos and Arrested Development among acts to play free Minnesota State Fair shows Family friendly Minnesota State Fair Grandstand show to pay tribute to Taylor Swift Hank Williams Jr. to play Minnesota State Fair Grandstand for the third time Ten years after she canceled, Meghan Trainor will headline the Minnesota State Fair
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Falcon Heights adds paid parking zones for Minnesota State Fair
The Falcon Heights City Council voted Wednesday to create temporary paid parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair. The pay-by-mobile parking program will turn select city streets east of Snelling Avenue into paid parking zones, providing around 1,000 parking spots near the Fairgrounds, for a fee, according to a news release from the city. The program, which has a one-year agreement with ParkMobile, will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. during the 12 days of the Fair. As part of the program, the city will also hire trained ambassadors to give directions, answer questions and enforce parking. The affected streets north of Larpenteur Avenue include: Asbury, Arona, Simpson, Pascal, Holton, Albert, Ruggles and Crawford. Affected avenues to the south of Larpenteur include: California, Idaho and Iowa. 'Pay-by-mobile parking provides an excellent solution to promote safety for our Falcon Heights residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors we welcome to our city during the Minnesota State Fair,' said Falcon Heights Mayor Randy Gustafson in the release. If you're determined to find free parking and your go-to street now has a fee, Falcon Heights City Administrator Jack Linehan suggests trying the free park-and-ride options the Minnesota State Fair offers. As for residents who live on streets that are designated as a parking zone, they will receive one free parking pass delivered by mail starting in July with the option to request additional passes. The city estimates around 600 properties will be eligible for these passes. Attendees will be able to pay online via website, app or automated pay-by-phone line and enforcement will be tied to the vehicle's license plate. Should drivers fail to pay, parking violations will set them back $100 from Aug. 15 to Sept. 15, which is double the normal rate of $50, Linehan said. Los Lobos and Arrested Development among acts to play free Minnesota State Fair shows Family friendly Minnesota State Fair Grandstand show to pay tribute to Taylor Swift Hank Williams Jr. to play Minnesota State Fair Grandstand for the third time Ten years after she canceled, Meghan Trainor will headline the Minnesota State Fair Minnesota State Fair selling personalized tiles on its new Welcome Wall Falcon Heights will receive an estimated 80% of the parking fees, which the city anticipates could range from $100,000 to $200,000, Linehan said. The city will use its proceeds to support the ambassador program, cover fair costs and invest in its roads and infrastructure. 'We heard from our residents during this process on how we could improve the plan, and we believe the version adopted by the City Council will meet the needs of our community,' Gustafson said in the release. Temporary parking zone signs will be installed before the start of the Fair and removed after Labor Day.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Avett Brothers to perform at Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
The Avett Brothers will headline a Minnesota State Fair Grandstand show in 2025. The fair announced the folk band will also have special guests The Milk Carton Kids performing on Friday, Aug. 29. Tickets go on sale this Friday, April 18 at 10 a.m. CT via the state fair website. Tickets prices range from $54 to $121.75 (party deck). The North Carolina-based band consists of brothers Scott and Seth Avett, along with Bob Crawford and Joe Kwon. Others who tour with the band include Mike Marsh, Tania Elizabeth and Bonnie Avett-Rini. The Avett Brothers last performed in Minnesota at the Xcel Energy Center on Oct. 24, 2024, as they co-headlined with Duluth-based Trampled by Turtles. The band was previously scheduled to perform as headliners at the 2021 Basilica Block Party before backing out two days prior due to a COVID-19 exposure. The Avett Brothers has been nominated for three Grammy Awards and hit mainstream waves in 2009 with their major label debut, "I And Love And You." The group's 2012 album, "The Carpenter," made it to the fourth spot on the Billboard Top 200. "Magpie And The Dandelion," released in 2013, reached No. 5 on the Billboard Top 200. The band's latest album, "The Third Gleam", debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Americana/Folk Albums chart, No. 1 Rock Albums, and No. 1 Vinyl Albums. Their single, 'Victory", hit No. 1 on the Americana Radio Singles Chart as well. It's marks the seventh Grandstand Series headlining show to be announced for the 2025 season. Others include:Atmosphere & Friends — Aug. 23 Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls — Aug. 24 The Happy Together Tour featuring The Turtles and others — Aug. 25 Def Leppard and Brother Cane — Aug. 26
CBS News
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Jonas Brothers announce new tour with stop in St. Paul
The Jonas Brothers announced Sunday a tour across North America to celebrate their 20-year career with a stop in the Twin Cities. "Jonas20: Living the Dream" tour will kick off Aug. 10 in New Jersey. They will perform at St. Paul's Xcel Energy Center Oct. 10. They will also make a stop in Des Moines, Iowa on Oct. 5 and Milwaukee on Oct. 12. "Our fans have been with us through every chapter and this tour is our way of honoring them, the memories we've made and the ones we'll create together," said the Jonas Brothers. "We can't wait to make this our biggest, most unforgettable tour yet." According to the announcement, the 43-date tour will take fans on a career-spanning journey, with dedicated sets from every chapter of Jonas. General on sale begins Friday, March 28 at 10 a.m. on Ticketmaster's website. Fans can sign up for the Artist Presale from now through March 26. The presale will be on March 27. The tour announcement comes in the heels of the release of their new single "Love Me To Heaven." Marshmello will join the tour for several stadium shows. However, they will not be playing at the concert in St. Paul. The Jonas Brothers last performed in the Twin Cities in November 2023 and at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand the same year.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Turtles will bring '60s pop back to the State Fair Grandstand this summer
The Turtles are bringing their catchy '60s pop back to the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand for the third straight year as part of its Happy Together 2025 tour. On Aug. 25, the "She'd Rather Be With Me" group returns to the fairgrounds with Jay and the Americans, The Vogues, and the Cowsills, all of whom joined them last year. This year, they'll bring along a pair of acts that weren't part of last year's throwback show. Little Anthony and Gary Puckett & the Union Gap will also be on the bill. Though, both groups performed as part of The Turtles' Happy Together Tour in 2023 when it came to the Grandstand. It's a six-band lineup that combines for 55 Billboard Top-40 hits across their decades of performing. In total, this will be the 10th time The Turtles have been part of a Grandstand lineup. They first appeared on the stage in 1998 and then went on a six-year run starting in 2011. After a short break, they've again become a staple, with the 2025 performance marking their third straight year of bringing California pop to the state in late August. Tickets for what's dubbed the Happy Together Tour 2025 go on sale Friday, Feb. 28 at 10 a.m., with standard reserved seating tickets starting at $33. Party Deck tickets start at $66. It's the fourth show announced for the 2025 Grandstand, following announcements for Old Dominion (Aug. 21), Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls (Aug. 24), and Def Leppard (Aug. 26).
