Concert Venue

62 photos · 2008–2026

62 photographs tagged Concert Venue, 2008–2026.

Noan Kahan Merch Line in Minneapolis — Massive line wrapping up and down 7th street in Minneapolis for Noah Kahan merch. Merch truck located outside of Target Field.

Fans in line for Noah Kahan merch in Minneapolis — Massive line wrapping up and down 7th street in Minneapolis for Noah Kahan merch. Merch truck located outside of Target Field.

Noah Kahan Official Merchandise Truck in Minneapolis — Massive line wrapping up and down 7th street in Minneapolis for Noah Kahan merch. Merch truck located outside of Target Field.

Prince Celebration and First Avenue, Minneapolis — Signage for the 2026 Prince Celebration in Downtown Minneapolis outside First Avenue concert venue.

Green Room in Uptown Minneapolis, May 2026 — Green Room on Girard and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis. Pictured in May 2026.

Fans stand in line at First Avenue in Summer of 2026 in Minneapolis — Fans stand in line for a show at First Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis on April 16, 2026, the same venue hosted Bruce Springsteen in late January.

Tom Morello and Bruce Springsteen on guitars at Minnesota benefit show — Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello performed at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, announced on Wednesday, featured Springsteen as a special guest alongside Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert was organized in response to immigration policies, specifically targeting the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. First Avenue is a historic music venue in Minneapolis, known for hosting a wide range of musical acts and cultural events since its opening in 1970.

Merchandise for a "Defend Minnesota" event, including shirts and a hoodie, is displayed for sale at First Avenue in Minneapolis. — Merchandise at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, held to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city, featured a lineup including Bruce Springsteen, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly.

Bruce Springsteen performs with band members at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a concert of solidarity and resistance. — Bruce Springsteen performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis as part of the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!". The event, announced on Wednesday, featured Springsteen as a special guest alongside musicians Tom Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert's purpose was to protest against ICE and immigration policies, reflecting a broader movement for immigrant rights.

Bruce Springsteen performs with electric guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis. — Bruce Springsteen performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis as a special guest for the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!". The event, announced on Wednesday, featured artists such as Tom Morello, members of Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert was organized in response to issues surrounding ICE and immigration policies in Minnesota.

Bruce Springsteen performs with guitarist Tom Morello at First Avenue in Minneapolis. — Musicians Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello perform at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was announced on Wednesday and featured Springsteen as a special guest. The event included performances by Tom Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly, and was organized in response to actions by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement).

Guitarist Al Di Meola performs with an orange acoustic guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis. — Al Di Meola performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The concert, titled "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!", was announced on Wednesday and featured a lineup including Bruce Springsteen, Tom Morello, and Ike Reilly. The event aimed to protest against ICE and immigration policies.

Guitarist Al Di Meola performs with acoustic guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis. — Al Di Meola performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was announced on Wednesday and featured a lineup including Bruce Springsteen, Tom Morello, and Ike Reilly. The event was organized in protest against ICE and immigration policies.

Guitarist Al Di Meola performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a concert of solidarity and resistance. — Guitarist Al Di Meola performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The venue hosted a "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" on Wednesday, which also featured Tom Morello, part of Rise Against, and Ike Reilly. The concert was announced in response to immigration policies and ICE activities.

Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello perform together with electric guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis. — Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis as part of a "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!". The event, announced on Wednesday, featured Springsteen as a special guest alongside Morello, Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert's purpose was to protest "Operation Metro Surge.”

Bruce Springsteen performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a solidarity concert. — Bruce Springsteen performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis as part of a "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!". The event, which also featured Tom Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly, was announced on Wednesday. Springsteen performed "Streets of Minneapolis" during the show, which was organized in response to ICE operations in the city. The concert aimed to express solidarity with immigrant communities facing increased scrutiny and enforcement.

Bruce Springsteen performs with electric guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a benefit concert. — Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello perform at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was announced on Wednesday and featured Springsteen as a special guest. The event also included performances by Al Di Meola and Ike Reilly, and was part of a broader effort related to ICE and immigration issues in Minnesota.

Bruce Springsteen performs with acoustic guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis. — Bruce Springsteen performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis as a special guest for the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!". The event, announced on Wednesday, also featured Tom Morello, members of Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert was held in support of immigration rights and in opposition to ICE operations in Minnesota.

Tom Morello performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a protest against immigration policies. — Tom Morello performs with Bruce Springsteen at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was held to protest immigration policies. The event featured Springsteen as a special guest, alongside musicians like Tom Morello, Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly.

Tom Morello performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a protest concert. — Tom Morello performs at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, held to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city, featured a lineup including Bruce Springsteen, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly.

Bruce Springsteen sings Streets of Minneapolis in Minneapolis — Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello perform at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was announced on Wednesday and featured Springsteen as a special guest. The event also included performances by Al Di Meola and Ike Reilly, and was part of a broader effort related to ICE and immigration issues in Minnesota.

Attendee at a Minneapolis concert wears a hat with "FUCK ICE" displayed, during protests against ICE. — A concert held at First Avenue in Minneapolis featured Bruce Springsteen as a special guest, alongside musicians Tom Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The event, announced as a "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!", took place amidst protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The hat worn by an attendee displays the message "FUCK ICE".

Crowd at First Avenue during Defend Minnesota — Bruce Springsteen performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis as part of a "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" The event, announced on Wednesday, featured special guests including Tom Morello, members of Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert was organized in response to immigration policies and the presence of ICE in Minnesota.

Ike Reilly and Bruce Springsteen in Minneapolis, 2026 — Musicians Ike Reilly and Bruce Springsteen perform at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was held to protest the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The event, announced on Wednesday, featured Springsteen as a special guest alongside artists including Tom Morello, Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. First Avenue is a historic music venue in downtown Minneapolis, known for hosting a wide range of musical acts since its opening in 1970.

Bruce Springsteen in Minneapolis at Defend Minnesota Benefit — Bruce Springsteen performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis on November 16, 2018, during a "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" The event featured a lineup including Tom Morello, Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert was organized in response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids and policies. First Avenue, a historic music venue in downtown Minneapolis, has been a significant site for live music and cultural events since its opening in 1970.

Tom Morello at Defend Minnesota Benefit Concert — Tom Morello performs at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, held on Wednesday, featured a special appearance by Bruce Springsteen and also included musicians Al Di Meola and Ike Reilly. The concert was organized to protest policies related to Immigration and the actions of ICE.

Zach Blair Rise Against at Defend Minnesota show — Zach Blair performs at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, announced on Wednesday, featured special guests including Tom Morello, part of Rise Against, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert was organized in protest against ICE and immigration policies. First Avenue, a historic music venue in downtown Minneapolis, has hosted countless notable performances since its opening in 1970.

Al Di Meola at Defend MN Benefit Show — Guitarist Al Di Meola performs at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" held at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, announced on Wednesday, featured a lineup including Tom Morello, members of Rise Against, and Ike Reilly, with Bruce Springsteen making a special guest appearance. The concert was organized to protest policies related to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Ike Reilly performs with an acoustic guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a concert protesting immigration policies. — Ike Reilly performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was held to protest immigration policies. The event featured Bruce Springsteen as a special guest, alongside musicians Tom Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. First Avenue is a historic music venue in downtown Minneapolis, known for hosting a wide range of musical acts and cultural events since its opening in 1970.

Tim McIlrath performs with an acoustic guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis during the Defend Minnesota benefit concert. — Tim McIlrath, lead singer of the band Rise Against, performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was held to protest immigration policies. The event featured special guests including Al Di Meola and Ike Reilly, and was announced on Wednesday. First Avenue is a historic music venue in downtown Minneapolis, known for hosting a wide range of musical acts and cultural events since its opening in 1970.

Tim McIlrath, lead singer of Rise Against, performs with an acoustic guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis. — Tim McIlrath, lead singer of Rise Against, performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was held to protest immigration policies. The event featured other musicians including Al Di Meola and Ike Reilly, and special guest Tom Morello. First Avenue is a historic music venue in downtown Minneapolis, known for hosting a wide range of musical acts since its opening in 1970.

Ike Reilly performs with an acoustic guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis during a concert of solidarity and resistance. — Ike Reilly performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" was held to protest against ICE and immigration policies. The event featured Bruce Springsteen, Tom Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. First Avenue is a historic music venue in downtown Minneapolis, known for hosting a wide range of musical acts and significant cultural events since its opening in 1970.

Musician Tom Morello wears sunglasses and a red-brimmed cap against a blue background. — Musician Tom Morello performs at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, announced on Wednesday, featured a special guest appearance by Bruce Springsteen, who performed "Streets of Minneapolis." The concert also included performances by Al Di Meola and Ike Reilly, and was organized in response to immigration policies.

Tom Morello performs with an acoustic guitar at First Avenue in Minneapolis during the Defend Minnesota benefit concert. — Tom Morello performs at the "Concert of solidarity & resistance to defend MN!" at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The event, announced on Wednesday, featured Bruce Springsteen as a special guest alongside Morello, Al Di Meola, and Ike Reilly. The concert was organized to protest policies related to ICE and immigration.

Green Room neon sign in Minneapolis — The Green Room sign at Girard and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis in September 2025.

Crowds gather outside First Avenue concert hall in downtown Minneapolis beneath a "Let's Go Lynx" banner supporting the WNBA team. — A crowd gathers outside the First Avenue concert hall in downtown Minneapolis with a "Let's Go Lynx" banner hanging on the side, referring to the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx basketball team.

Pedicab outside concert club in Minneapolis — A pedicab travels along N 7th Street in downtown Minneapolis, passing the prominent First Avenue concert venue and The Depot Tavern. First Avenue, known for its star-studded facade, opened in 1970 as a music club within a building that originally functioned as a Greyhound bus depot starting in 1937.

Former Whiskey Junction bar on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis displays a yellow patch where its Jack Daniels mural was removed. — The former Whiskey Junction bar on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis is visible at night, featuring a prominent yellow patch where its long-standing Jack Daniels mural was recently removed. This establishment, a known concert venue and nightclub in the Cedar Riverside neighborhood, ceased operations in 2017. Months later, the property was acquired by The Joint Bar, located adjacent to it.

The Green Room live music venue glows with neon signage on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — The Green Room, a prominent live music venue, is situated on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

The MSG Sphere entertainment venue in Las Vegas, Nevada, displays a smiley face on its exterior LED screen at night. — The MSG Sphere, a 366-foot-tall spherical entertainment venue in Las Vegas, Nevada, is pictured shortly after its opening in September 2023. The structure is notable for its massive exterior LED screen, which can display dynamic visuals. This image shows the Sphere illuminated with a smiley face, demonstrating its capacity for large-scale digital art and advertising. The venue is designed to host concerts, sporting events, and other immersive entertainment experiences.

The MSG Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada, displays a vibrant digital exterior in September 2023. This venue, clad in LED panels, is designed for concerts and immersive entertainment. — The exterior of the MSG Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada, is illuminated with a vibrant, striped digital display in September 2023. This innovative venue, which opened in late 2023, is designed to host concerts, sporting events, and immersive entertainment experiences. Its unique spherical architecture is clad in over a million LED panels, making it the largest LED screen in the world. The Sphere represents a significant investment in Las Vegas's entertainment infrastructure, aiming to attract global audiences with its cutting-edge technology and capacity for large-scale visual presentations.

Crowd in line at large arena — Crowd outside the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis waiting to get into the arena for a Zach Bryan concert on August 10, 2023.

Zach Bryan tour trailer parked outside the Target Center arena in Minneapolis, Minnesota. — Zach Bryan's "Burn, Burn, Burn Tour" trailer was parked outside the Target Center in Minneapolis on August 9, 2023.

Colorful mural depicting Prince and figures in yellow clothing adorns a building adjacent to First Avenue music venue in downtown Minneapolis. — Prince mural at First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. The mural is part of the First Avenue music venue complex, a landmark associated with Prince and Minneapolis music history.

The Cabooze marquee on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis advertising Uncured and Living Like I'm Dead Tour. — The Cabooze, a long-standing live music venue on Minneapolis's West Bank, is illuminated at night. The venue's marquee advertises a performance by Leo Presents featuring the bands Uncured and Living Like I'm Dead Tour. Established in 1969, The Cabooze has been a significant venue in the Minneapolis music scene, hosting a diverse array of local and national artists. The building's exterior features vibrant graffiti art, including a mural depicting a train engine, reflecting the venue's distinctive character and its role in the city's cultural fabric.

Cedar Cultural Center marquee in Minneapolis advertising John Moreland concert. — The Cedar Cultural Center, established in 1989, is a prominent music and dance venue located in Minneapolis's Cedar Riverside neighborhood. It serves as a vital cultural hub, presenting a wide array of performances and events for all ages. The marquee prominently advertises upcoming concerts, including a performance by John Moreland, underscoring the center's role in showcasing contemporary artists. The Cedar Cultural Center significantly contributes to the diverse cultural fabric of the Cedar Riverside area, a neighborhood known for its rich history and multicultural community.

Russian Ballet Swan Lake on State Theater Marquee — Russian Ballet Theatre presents Swan Lake at the State Theatre in downtown Minneapolis. Local news reports say the Russian Ballet dancers are from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Poland and Armenia and will be dancing with the message “We Dance for Peace”.

Uptown Theater stands illuminated on snow-covered Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis at night. — The Uptown Theater stands at Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue in Minneapolis. It opened in 1929 as a movie palace and later became a well known music venue in the Uptown neighborhood before closing for renovation.

Armory with a barricade in front of door — Concrete barricades are placed in front of the entrance to The Armory in downtown Minneapolis. Originally constructed in 1935 as a National Guard armory, the building has since been repurposed as a popular concert venue. The "ARMORY" inscription is visible above the entrance doors. The presence of the barricades suggests a security measure, possibly in response to events such as the Minneapolis Uprising in 2020, which occurred in the vicinity.

Hexagon Bar's damaged storefront and signage in South Minneapolis at night. — The Hexagon Bar sits at Lake Street and 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis's Longfellow neighborhood, a live-music dive bar known for punk and metal shows. The building burned during the unrest that followed George Floyd's murder in May 2020.

State Theatre marquee in downtown Minneapolis displays art installation and Martin Luther King Jr. quote during snowstorm. — The State Theatre opened in 1921 on Hennepin Avenue as a movie palace, part of downtown Minneapolis's early 20th-century theater district. Architect J.R. Davidson designed the building in the Renaissance Revival style typical of the era's movie palaces. After decades as a cinema, the theater was restored as a live performance venue and now operates under Hennepin Theatre Trust, alongside the nearby Orpheum and Pantages theaters. Its marquee has displayed "The Overseer: Divinity and Humanity," an installation by artist Reggie Leflore, paired with a quote from Martin Luther King Jr.

Red star with "George Floyd" painted on First Avenue concert venue exterior wall in downtown Minneapolis. — The George Floyd memorial star is painted on the exterior wall of First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. Added in 2020 after Floyd’s killing, the memorial placed his name on one of Minneapolis’s most recognizable entertainment landmarks during a period of mourning and protest in the city.

Dakota Jazz Club storefront boarded with plywood on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis at night. — The Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis is boarded over with plywood on its doors and street-facing windows.

First Avenue concert venue displays large VOTE 2020 sign across its illuminated storefront in downtown Minneapolis. — First Avenue occupies a former Greyhound bus depot at 701 First Avenue North, built in 1937. The club opened in its current form in 1970 and has operated continuously except for a brief bankruptcy closure in 2004. Its exterior is covered in silver stars, each bearing the name of a musician who has performed there, a tradition that began in the 1980s. The venue gained international attention after Prince filmed key s of "Purple Rain" there in 1983, cementing its reputation as one of the country's best-known independent music clubs.

Radio City Music Hall marquee illuminated at night on 6th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. — Radio City Music Hall on 6th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan is a theater and concert venue within Rockefeller Center. Opened in 1932, it was designed by Edward Durell Stone with interiors by Donald Deskey and became one of the city's best-known Art Deco performance spaces. The marquee advertises appearances by Incubus, MercyMe, and Dane Cook.

Crowd of mourners gathers outside First Avenue nightclub in downtown Minneapolis on April 22, 2016, following Prince's death. — A crowd gathers outside First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis after Prince's death on April 21, 2016. First Avenue, the nightclub associated with Prince and the film Purple Rain, became a public gathering place for fans that night.

Crowds fill the street outside First Avenue music venue in downtown Minneapolis on April 21, 2016. — Thousands of mourners gathered outside First Avenue, a renowned Minneapolis music venue, on the evening of April 21, 2016, following the death of the artist Prince.

The Minneapolis Armory, a historic Art Deco structure, viewed from its interior before renovation, showing the vast space and exterior city lights. — The Minneapolis Armory, a historic structure in downtown Minneapolis, is seen here in its pre-renovation state. Originally built in 1935 as a Works Progress Administration project, it served as a venue for sporting events, concerts, and military gatherings. The building's distinctive Art Deco architecture and massive interior space made it a significant landmark. In the years leading up to its renovation into a modern concert venue, the Armory stood vacant, awaiting a new purpose.

Interior of the Minneapolis Armory in 2013 before renovation, showing its vast barrel-vaulted space and seating areas. — The Minneapolis Armory, constructed in 1935, is a large municipal building that has served numerous purposes throughout its history. Originally built as an armory for the Minnesota National Guard, it later hosted sporting events, concerts, and public gatherings. This photograph from 2013 shows the interior before its extensive renovation into a modern concert venue. The building's distinctive barrel-vaulted roof and vast open space are visible, hinting at its past utility and future potential.

Station 4 in St. Paul with a mural of Pabst Blue Ribbon cans and a skull. — Station 4 in St. Paul, Minnesota, features exterior mural art incorporating Pabst Blue Ribbon cans and a skull motif. The West Seventh nightclub has long hosted live music and other events.

Myth Nightclub entrance in Maplewood, Minnesota, with blue neon lighting and people outside at night. — Myth Nightclub in Maplewood, Minnesota, was a live music and entertainment venue that opened in 2008. Blue neon trim and a large MYTH sign identify the building’s entrance. Concertgoers are gathered near the doors, ticket area, and will-call window.

House of Blues neon sign illuminated against ornate, colorfully lit interior decor in Las Vegas. — House of Blues occupies space inside Mandalay Bay on the Las Vegas Strip. The venue's interior incorporates folk-art and outsider-art pieces collected from the American South, a design approach used across House of Blues locations since the chain's founding in the early 1990s. The Las Vegas club has hosted live music performances alongside its restaurant and bar operations since Mandalay Bay opened in 1999.

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