MPLS Funk Fest hits Under The Canopy on Friday, July 10 with a stacked lineup built to move bodies and lift spirits. The Nth Power bring their New Orleans born, soul driven album release tour to town, delivering powerful vocals, deep grooves, and the kind of musicianship that hits you in the chest. Minneapolis favorites Purple Funk Metropolis and BZ3 Organ Trio lock in with raw funk, blazing horns, and Hammond B3 heat, while Colorado’s The Burroughs turn up the energy with their full throttle “sweaty soul” and electric stage presence. Hipshaker MPLS keeps the dance floor alive between sets spinning rare funk and soul cuts on original vinyl. This is a full night of rhythm, sweat, funk and connection in the heart of Minneapolis, come ready to dance. RAIN or SHINE

6:00pm – Doors

6:30pm – BZ3 Organ Trio (Outdoors)

7:30pm – Purple Funk Metropolis (Outdoors)

8:45pm – The Nth Power Album Release (Outdoors)

10:00pm - The Burroughs (Theater Stage)

HIPSHAKER MPLS will be spinning Rare Funk & Soul 45’s in the Zen Arcade Lounge All Night!

The Nth Power

8:45pm – Outdoors

The Nth Power (New Orleans) believes in the healing power of music. Featuring guitarist Nick Cassarino, bassist Nate Edgar and drummer Nikki Glaspie, the seasoned trio delivers a transcendent blend of soul, funk, rock and rhythm and blues. Multi-part vocal harmonies and elevated musicianship inspires audiences to dance, groove, make love or just stand there with goose bumps.

The Burroughs

10:00pm - Theater Stage - After Party!

The Burroughs are a nine-piece soul and funk powerhouse from Greeley, Colorado, known for their infectious grooves, blazing horns, and crowd-moving energy. Their signature brand of "sweaty soul music" turns every show into a joyful, dance-filled celebration.

Purple Funk Metropolis

7:30pm - Outdoors

Purple Funk Metropolis is a seven-piece instrumental powerhouse from Minneapolis, blending funk, soul, jazz, and beyond into a groove-heavy sound built for movement. With soaring horns, dual guitars, and a deep-pocket rhythm section, the band delivers high-energy performances that keep dance floors packed and crowds locked in.

The BZ3 Organ Trio

6:30pm - Outdoors

The BZ3 Organ Trio is a Minneapolis-based powerhouse blending jazz, deep funk, soul, and R&B into a high-energy, groove-driven sound. Featuring Hammond B3 master Brian Ziemniak, guitarist David Feily, and drummer Kevin Washington, the trio delivers electrifying performances fueled by virtuosity, chemistry, and fearless improvisation.

Hipshaker MPLS

Spinning All Night - Zen Arcade Stage

Heavy Funk & Rare Soul Dance Party with DJs Brian Engel, Greg Waletski, George Rodriguez spinning Original Vinyl 45s!

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GA: $22 ADV (Box-Office) / $25 ADV (Online) / $30 DOOR (Price includes 12.025% Sales Tax, Ticketing Fee, Facility Fee, & CC Processing Fee)

BOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available During Hours of Operation. NO REFUNDS

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Thank you to our sponsors, partners, & neighbors:

Summit Brewing • RKR Ganja Beverages • Tito's Handmade Vodka • Jameson Irish Whiskey • High Noon • Lucky One Lemonade • Nobool Presents • The Zen Arcade • Longfellow Rising • Lake Street Council • KFAI 90.3FM • Firehouse Perfroming Arts Center • Moon Palace Books • Arbeiter Brewing