Upcoming 'Summer on the Plaza' Events


Hennepin County Public Affairs proudly presents Summer on the Plaza thru August. Enjoy musicians, actors, dancers, educators and more from Noon to 1:00pm on select weekdays on the North Plaza of the Hennepin County Government Center.
Wednesday, July 24 - Celebration Brass Quintet
The Celebration Brass Quintet will perform a concert of jazz, Broadway favorites and light classics. This group was founded by members of the Minnetonka Symphony Orchestra in 2011.
Friday, July 26 - BlueStratum
BlueStratum performs original music composed by the group members mixed in with some covers of pop and rock hits from the 50s-80s. They have been performing in the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota for nearly a decade
Wednesday, July 31 - Kaleiokapilialoha
Kaleiokapilialoha is a hula school with 24 students who love to share the aloha spirit through ancient and modern hula
Thursday, August 1 - CPR Anytime
Attend one of two 1/2 hour sessions: one at noon, the other at 12:30 p.m. In this short program taught by HCMC staff, learn to perform CPR with your hands only. Note: Employees who participate will earn one wellness activity credit towards the 2014 Health Incentive. This training does not replace a CPR certificate program.
Friday, August 2 - Tower Bells
The Tower Bell Foundation holds bell concerts regularly at Minneapolis City Hall-Hennepin County Courthouse. All concerts are free and open to the public. The North Plaza is an optimum listening spot
Wednesday, August 7 - Transitive Nightfall
Transitive Nightfall is an improvisational rock band with a slight tinge of jazz. You'll hear familiar songs in unfamiliar arrangements.
Friday, August 9 - Royal Scottish Dancers
This performance starts at 12:15pm. The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society is a world wide organization with a branch in Minnesota. They have been together in the Twin Cities for over 35 years keeping alive the tradition of Scottish County Dance.
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