While we’re getting a slightly slower week than normal because of Thanksgiving, there have been plenty of reasons to get in a virtual line for tickets to upcoming shows.
The Minnesota State Fair has announced its first Grandstand act for 2026, “Weird Al” Yankovic, who, in addition to playing two Minnesota gigs this year, will also appear at Amsoil Arena in Duluth next summer.
Additionally, the Blue Ox Music Festival and new Rockin’ the Island fest have unviled lineups with heaps of roots music and ’90s/’00s alt-rock acts, respectively.
Here are the shows announced around the Twin Cities this week…