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The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board will resume hosting its “Red, White and Boom!” Fourth of July event on the Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront in 2024!

This year festivities will be hosted by yours truly - Big Mike Retro Soul & the Westside Horns will headline the Minnesota's biggest July celebration. It will be happening on the west side of the river, at Water Works and the Stone Arch Bridge parking lot. Food trucks are planned to start at 6 pm on July 4, 2024, with fireworks at 10 pm.

Benefit Fundraiser for Alzheimer's 2024

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Armory Square, 519 Division St S, Northfield, MN US 55057

The Memory Mile benefits those diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease and dementia. Worldwide, 55 million people are living with dementia. That number is set to skyrocket to 78 million by 2030. Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

LTD Brewing 10 Year Anniversary Block Party

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LTD Brewing Co,, 8 8th Ave N., Hopkins, MN 55343

Get ready to party! Mark your calendars and come celebrate 10 awesome years with LTD Brewing Co. on Saturday, June 1st, 2024 from 2pm – 10pm! The street and public parking lot will be shut down with a huge Niccum Docks Mainstage, live music all day, craft beer, hard cider, wine, food trucks, games, activities, and more! This event is our chance to celebrate you, our dear friends, family, and community for your support. You made this last DECADE unforgettable. You are what we drink to. And we hope you'll come celebrate with us. We’ll have something for everyone!

2024 Memorial Weekend Day

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Ziggy's, 302 2nd St., Hudson, WI 54016

Retro Soul and the Westside Horns is a group of seasoned musicians that reside in the Twin Cities metro area that have a passion for making good music. They play their style of blues rock inspired originals, combined with family friendly good time oldies from the 60’s 70’s and 80’s that include: R&B favorites such as Wilson Pickett, Ottis Redding, Marvin Gaye to old time rock and roll from The Beatles, and the Rolling Stones.

And we dance! Live music us and DJ sets on Chestnut Street Plaza begin at noon and continue through dinner and under the stars, until 2 - 4 pm. Enjoy the beer garden throughout the day, as well as an 1800’s era hat and costume contest. Come downtown for live music, feasting, dancing and merry-making!

Session at Missi's Backyard (BYKD)

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The Confluence Hotel, 200 2nd Street West, Hastings, MN

Join us for a Sundown Session at Missi's Backyard (BYKD) on Saturday, May 11th, from 7 pm to 10:30 pm. Get ready to groove to the sounds of Big Mike's Retro Soul and the Westside Horns. It's going to be a night filled with dancing and drinks at The Confluence Hotel's BKYD. Plus, don't forget to take advantage of our special room rate and make it a perfect getaway for just $129! Call the front desk now to secure this exclusive offer.

Retro Soul & Westside Horns ft. Big Mike

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Brother's Bar & Grill, 812 Broadway Ave S., Rochester, MN 55904

No Cover Retro Soul and the Westside Horns is a group of seasoned musicians that reside in the Twin Cities metro area that have a passion for making good music. They play their style of blues rock inspired originals, combined with family friendly good time oldies from the 60’s 70’s and 80’s that include: R&B favorites such as Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye to old time rock and roll from The Beatles, and the Rolling Stones.

17th Annual Phishapalooza Cancer Fundraiser

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Crystal Lake Beach

Since its inaugural year in 2008, Phishapalooza has become a premier American Cancer Society fundraising event in the Twin Cities area. In 2023, over $250,000 was raised through direct donations, sponsorships of the event, and silent auction items. In addition to camaraderie with hundreds of fellow cancer crusaders from the local cybersecurity/fraud/IT community, you’ll enjoy local adult beverages, food from Gastrotruck and Chef Lucas Pizza, live music from “Big Mike” Mothershed featuring Retro Soul & the Westside Horns, and even a little ice fishing for those so inclined.

Stay warm in our huge, heated tent and deluxe hospitality huts (fish houses), but please dress appropriately for the weather!

Pre-registration for this event is required. The event is free to attend, but a donation to American Cancer Society is recommended (link below). Any guest(s) must register individually.