Rock’n The Grove returns in September with headliner Hairball and acts Rhino and Rolling Stoners. The Maple Grove Lions will host a day of music, food, and fun in Central Park.

Bloomington's Midweek Music & Market series offers four more events with live music, food trucks, and market shopping, available on Wednesdays from 5-8 p.m. at Civic Plaza.

Local talent will perform at Open Mic Night on Aug. 7 at Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater, with a backup indoor location at the ROC in case of bad weather.

The Midweek Music & Market at Civic Plaza in Bloomington is wrapping up its season, with final events on August 6, 13, 20, and 27 featuring live music, food trucks, and a farmers market.

The Coon Rapids Police Department is enhancing its Night to Unite campaign by giving out sidewalk chalk for artistic expression, aimed at fostering better community relations.

St. Louis Park hosts a free Summer Concert Series at Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater, featuring Lehto & Wright with more acts to follow. Call a hotline for weather updates.

Saint Paul's Safe Summer Nights event on August 7 at West Minnehaha Park aims to strengthen community-law enforcement bonds with activities, food, and music.

The Coon Rapids Police reminded "Night to Unite" hosts to pick up their swag bags and t-shirts ahead of the community event fostering police-resident bonds.

Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater hosts Open Mic Night on July 31, from 7-8 pm, where locals showcase talents. Backup indoor venue available in case of bad weather.

The Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater hosts "Bach to Rock" Open Mic Night on July 24, featuring live music and a festive ambience, with backup plans in case of severe weather. More events scheduled for the summer.

Blaine, Minnesota hosted "Wendy's Wiggle Jiggle and Jam!" in Aquatore Park, an interactive family-friendly music event encouraging movement and community engagement.

Rockie Lynne performs at Coon Rapids Dam as part of a free summer concert series, fostered by the local community with concessions by the North Star Lions Club and Boy Scout Troop #524.

Harriet Island Regional Park hosted the Minnesota Yacht Club Festival for the second year, with music, community engagement, and a festive atmosphere by the Mississippi River.