Bands on the Bluff 

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You're invited to the second annual free live concert series at Historic Fort Snelling! Performances will be held at the Klas Overlook at the site, featuring a stunning backdrop of the Wakpa Tanka (Mississippi River) and Minneapolis skyline. In case of inclement weather, performances move indoors to the Plank Museum & Visitor Center. Site parking rate applies—plan your trip here.

Friday, July 14, 7:00 - 8:30 pm - Minnesota Freedom Band

The Minnesota Freedom Band is a Twin Cities-based LGBTQIA+ community band. The band was organized in 1982 to provide an opportunity for LGBTQ+ musicians and their allies to play music as their authentic selves in a safe, inclusive environment. The band is committed to presenting quality musical performances, providing opportunities for members to improve musicianship, maintaining a diverse membership, and building relationships with each other and the community.

Friday, August 11th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm - Prairie Fire Lady Choir

Prairie Fire Lady Choir (PFLC) is a Twin Cities-based, a cappella singing group of sixty members who raise their collective voices across the state in support of art, community, and creativity. Formed in 2010, PFLC performs unique arrangements of songs by Leonard Cohen, Twisted Sister, Fleetwood Mac, Kimbra, Metallica and Bill Withers, among others. The choir has performed at a wide variety of events and venues throughout the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.

Friday, September 1, 7:00 - 8:30 pm - Mississippi Hot Club

Mississippi Hot Club is a Minnesotan Jazz Manouche ensemble from the banks of the Mississippi River that is inspiring a new generation of swingers. Combining a vintage feel with modern artistry, the group brings a fresh, pop-oriented perspective to the music of Django Reinhardt and more.

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