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40th Anniversary Block Party
September 20 @ 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
To celebrate 40 years of music and dining, we’re throwing a FREE 40th Anniversary Block Party on Saturday, September 20 from 2–10 PM! The party takes over Nicollet Mall outside the Dakota and our indoor stage, with live performances from more than 10 incredible acts, culinary specials inspired by the vibrant flavors of New Orleans, the cradle of American music, as well as a craft market and a kids’ corner activity area.
“This anniversary is a celebration not only for Dakota but also for the incredible Twin Cities music community that has contributed so much to reaching this historic milestone,” said Lowell Pickett, Dakota founder. “We’re celebrating 40 years of unforgettable music, and paying tribute to the New Orleans roots that have long inspired our stage and our kitchen.”
Live Music Lineup
The day’s music schedule includes some of Dakota’s most beloved performers and Minnesota music icons, reflecting the venue’s eclectic blend of jazz, soul, funk, and Americana:
Nicollet Mall Stage:
- Room3 Collective – 2:00pm
- Jamecia Bennett – 3:30pm
- Tina Schlieske – 5:00pm
- Glen David Andrews – 6:30pm
- The Suburbs – 8:30pm
Dakota Stage:
- MacPhail Faculty Ensemble – 2:30pm
- Kavyesh Kaviraj & Omar Abdulkarim – 4:00pm
- Nachito Herrera – 5:30pm
- Patty Peterson Presents Jazz Women All-Stars – 7:00pm
- Davina and the Vagabonds – 9:00pm
