# Event Details

- **Event Name**: St. Paul Peterson: Funk Friday
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: For six years, Funk Friday has quietly built a global following of fans and incredible musicians—one minute at a time. Created by St. Paul Peterson, the series has become a space where world-class players connect, collaborate, and push the music forward.

On July 17, that energy lands at the Dakota. Here, experience an intimate, one-night gathering of players with deep musical lineage and modern sensibility. Moreover, St. Paul brings the spirit of Funk Friday off the screen and into the room.

Additionally, the evening features an all-star collective of musicians with deep ties across iconic artists and eras. Thus, these artists have worked with Earth, Wind & Fire, Daryl Hall, Michael Jackson, Prince, Janet Jackson, and Mint Condition. Also, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Fleetwood Mac, Keith Urban, and The New Power Generation.

Special guests include legendary percussionist Lenny Castro (Toto, Fleetwood Mac; collaborations with Adele, Stevie Nicks, and Eric Clapton. Additionally, credits on iconic recordings including “Africa” and “Tears in Heaven”). Also, Minneapolis-based drummer, producer, and educator L.A. Buckner, a driving force in the city’s next wave of genre-blending musicians. Here, Buckner bridges funk, jazz, and hip-hop through performance, education, and community.

Additional guests to be announced.

This performance is presented in support of Free Guitars 4 Kids, helping provide instruments and access to music education for young musicians.

JUL 17 • 7PM
Tickets>> https://bit.ly/4tHw2BR
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minneapolis/st-paul-peterson-funk-friday/200030105587859
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, live-music, dance, kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 50

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Minneapolis
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403
- **lat**: 44.97396
- **long**: -93.27563
- **full address**: 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is St. Paul Peterson: Funk Friday being held?
  - **A:** St. Paul Peterson: Funk Friday takes place on Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403.
- **Q**: Who is organizing St. Paul Peterson: Funk Friday?
  - **A:** St. Paul Peterson: Funk Friday is organized by Dakota.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Dakota's events?
  - **A:** Dakota has 122+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Dakota has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** St. Paul Peterson: Funk Friday is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Minneapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If St. Paul Peterson: Funk Friday sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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