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A 24-hour celebration
of the arts.
August 30, 8 pm – August 31, 8 pm
The Minneapolis Saint Paul arts community takes center stage the weekend preceding the Republican National Convention when "spark24" delivers 24 hours of free, non-stop, unexpected performances and entertainment in downtown Minneapolis.
Multiple stages along Nicollet Mall will be filled with theater, music and dance performances. Other entertainment and retail venues throughout downtown Minneapolis will feature live entertainment during the 24-hour period.
- Hail to the Chief
August 2 – September 21
A look at our nation’s presidential history through art and artifacts.
- Laughing Liberally
August 23, 8 pm
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
Progressively-minded comedians talk politics, just days before the Republicans hit town.
- CivicFest: A Very Minnesota Celebration
August 29 – September 4
Minneapolis Convention Center
An exhibit celebrating Minnesota and American history, democracy and the U.S. presidency.
