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The Current's Happy Hours 2026

The Current Happy Hours 2026
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The Current is bringing music and fun to various venues this summer!

You’re invited to join The Current at venues across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota this summer for music and fun. The Current's hosts will provide the soundtrack and a special guest will perform at each event. Each of The Current’s Happy Hours are free and open to everyone.

Check out the full schedule of Happy Hours below and click through to individual event pages (for events that have both venues and artists announced)! While you’re there, register to let us know you’re coming, and we’ll send you reminders/updates on the respective event.


The Current’s Happy Hours Venue Schedule

  • Thursday, July 16: Surly Brewing Co. with TBA Artist

  • Thursday, July 30: Utepils Brewing with TBA Artist

  • Thursday, August 6: Plains Art Museum with TBA Artist (in Fargo, ND)

  • Thursday, August 13: TBA Venue with TBA Artist

  • Thursday, September 10: TBA Venue with TBA Artist

  • Thursday, September 24: TBA Venue with TBA Artist

  • Tuesday, September 29: Pizza Lucé with TBA Artist (in Duluth, MN)

The Current’s Happy Hours are presented by Renewal by Andersen and Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Drive Sober, Drive Smart Campaign.

Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Drive Sober, Drive Smart campaign
Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Drive Sober, Drive Smart Campaign
The Current's Happy Hours Sponsor
Renewal by Andersen
Renewal by Andersen
The Current's Happy Hours Sponsor