Thank You Minnesota!
You showed up, showed out, and turned it all the way up! From sun-up bites to sundown beats, Taste of Minnesota came alive because of YOU. Whether you were vibing to live music, exploring local art, or diving into drool-worthy eats, you brought the energy—and we felt it.
It wasn’t just an event. It was a weekend full of connection, joy, and serious flavor.
A huge shoutout to our vendors who kept us fed, our performers who lit up every stage, our partners who backed the vision, and our team who kept things moving. Your hustle, heart, and hype made it all happen.
Until next time—Thanks for Tasting!
The Minnesota Star Tribune
2025 Main Stage Headliners
Saturday July 5th
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts
Joan Jett grew up during a time when rock ‘n’ roll was off limits to girls, but promptly blasted the boys’ club door off its hinges. With her band Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, she has had 8 platinum and gold albums, 9 Top 40 singles, and a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction. The band continues to tour the world and release new music. Stream their latest EP Mindsets now.
Cheap Trick
Currently gearing up for their 50th anniversary year, Cheap Trick remain an indisputable, indispensable rock ’n’ roll institution, beloved everywhere for their instantly identifiable, hugely influential union of mischievous wit and maximum melodies, powerhouse pop hooks and razor-sharp riffs.
Sunday July 6th
Ludacris
After forming his own label, Disturbing tha Peace in the late 1990s, Ludacris later signed with Def Jam South and would go on to become one of the first Dirty South rappers to achieve mainstream success with his subsequent releases.
For his music, Ludacris has won an MTV Video Music Award and three Grammy Awards.
NUR-D
Nur-D is a breath of fresh air in the Hip Hop world and fans are feeling the same. Boasting a fervent fan base across the US and around the globe, if you haven’t heard the name Nur-D yet you certainly will soon.
It’s easy to see why many people are calling Nur-D the next big thing out of Minnesota!
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