February 21, 2026 was a night to remember at the Target Center. Brandi Carlile came back to Minneapolis and it felt like she never left. The arena was completely sold out, but instead of feeling huge and impersonal, the night had this warm, full-of-heart vibe.
She kicked things off with “Returning to Myself”, then flowed into “Human” and “Mainstream Kid.” A few songs in, she stopped to talk to the crowd — saying how good it felt to be back in Minnesota, how much she loves playing Minneapolis, and how proud she is to support the city. It didn’t feel like a speech. It felt honest and heartfelt.
The concert had a bigger purpose too. Brandi livestreamed the whole show to raise money for local Minneapolis organizations, and it was also on The Current so even people at home could be part of it. You could feel that sense of community the whole night…