River Junction Arts Council

“The Two Gentlemen of Verona” Great River Shakespeare Performance

National Eagle Center 50 Pembroke Ave, Wabasha, MN, United States

River Junction arts Council in collaboration with the National Eagle Center and the Great River Shakespeare Festival are proud to present “The Two Gentlemen of Verona”. A classic Shakespeare comedy, preformed by six actors, from the Great River Shakespeare Festival. "The Two Gentlemen of Verona" Best friends Valentine and Proteus travel from Verona to Milan to become gentlemen. But the course of growing up never did run smooth. Amidst competitors, clowns, parents, and one unforgettable dog, these young friends—and the tenacious women they love—stumble through romance, betrayal, and reconciliation. At turns silly and profound, Shakespeare’s first comedy asks timeless questions of youth: Who must I become to get what I want in life? Do I stay true to myself or shape myself to the world? Is what I want now what I will want tomorrow? In this nimble 80-minute adaptation, just six actors bring to life Shakespeare’s rollicking comedy about the chaos of becoming yourself. Filled with physical hijinks, clever wordplay, and some of Shakespeare’s most accessible poetry, this production celebrates the spectacular upheaval of falling in love and the exhilarating turbulence of coming of age. Directed by Katie Lupica Wednesday, July 23, 7 p.m. National Eagle Center Amphitheater, Wabasha, MN This performance is free and is sponsored by the River Junctions Arts Council and the National Eagle Center. No ticket is needed, but [...]

Salad Luncheon at United Church of Christ

United Church of Christ 2nd Street West, Wabasha, MN, United States

Kick off the 47th Annual Wabasha Riverboat Days on Thursday with a Salad Luncheon at United Church of Christ! Salads, dinner rolls, angel food cake, and more! Follow On Facebook!

LP and The 45s at RJAC’s Meet Me Under The Bridge

Heritage Park (Under The Bridge) 257 Main St W, Wabasha, MN, United States

CRANKING OUT THE HITS OF THE RECORD PLAYER ERA! LP and the 45s is a classic hits cover band from Rochester, Minnesota. We pay tribute to the pioneers of pop, rock, country, rockabilly, and soul by covering some of their greatest hits – songs by artists such as Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Ray Charles, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and many, many more! Members of LP and the 45s have shared the stage with Paul Revere and the Raiders, Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels, Creedence Clearwater Revisited, Head East, The Guess Who, .38 Special, and Jonny Lang. Follow On Facebook!

LAAMAR at RJAC’s Meet Me Under The Bridge

Heritage Park (Under The Bridge) 257 Main St W, Wabasha, MN, United States

LAAMAR is the latest project led by Minneapolis-based singer, songwriter, saxophonist, and composer Geoffrey Lamar Wilson. Former frontman of Brooklyn-based Jus Post Bellum, Wilson is also known for his multilayered looped saxophone performances and catchy podcast ditties (Terrible, Thanks for Asking). The band’s debut EP “Flowers” blends Wilson’s idiomatic inspirations bridging folk, soul, R&B, and country with a constant ear toward racial and social justice issues and the shared human experience. “In the EP’s deceptively sweet and warm title track, he relays a memory of his mother ‘lighting candles and putting flowers on the boulevard’ in memory of another dead man of color. In the standout track getting airplay on the Current, “Home to My Baby,” he relays his personal fears of getting pulled over by police,” writes Chris Riemenschneider of the Star Tribune. Recent acclaim for LAAMAR includes debut single “Home to My Baby” being named KAXE’s “Best Song” of 2023 and a nod as one of First Avenue’s Best New Bands. “With Flowers,” writes Malachy Koons of KAXE, “LAAMAR has crafted a stunning debut that does not shy away from difficult topics. The new EP features four instantly catchy songs, with each taking a different approach to issues of racial and social justice.” The band is working with Nat Harvie (Low, Cole Pulice) on their debut full length, to be released in [...]

Sleeping Jesus at RJAC’s Meet Me Under The Bridge

Heritage Park (Under The Bridge) 257 Main St W, Wabasha, MN, United States

Sleeping Jesus is an Indie Rock band started by Nick Elstad in Winona, MN. The now five-piece Minneapolis band, featuring Tyler Steinley, Andy Bauer, Seamus St. Clair, and Dante DeGrazia, brings the energy with hazy dream pop, Rock and Roll and Americana music! Follow On Facebook!

Soul Train at RJAC’s Meet Me Under The Bridge

Heritage Park (Under The Bridge) 257 Main St W, Wabasha, MN, United States

The Soul Train is a mutli-genre band established 2020 during a time the when world was brought to its knees by a life changing pandemic. Our love of music brought and kept us together as we realized our contribution to the healing of the nation could be through covering some of America’s favorite tunes spanning some of the most influential decades of music 60s to current times. No matter the age we have a little something for everyone. Our musical talent is represented by our new 11 piece ensemble traverse decades as we most recently added an outstanding horn section and we just love when our music friends share their talent on stage with us anytime. We invite you to come ride The Soul Train where music helps to move your soul… Follow On Facebook!

Devon Worley Band at RJAC’s Meet Me Under The Bridge

Heritage Park (Under The Bridge) 257 Main St W, Wabasha, MN, United States

Call us a country-rock band or a rock band that plays country with hard rock roots. Either way… pay attention. The country music world is changing. The current country fan is ready for something more aggressive, soulful and edgy. Meet the band that defines that movement. Welcome to the future of country music. Follow On Facebook!

“You Look Marvelous!” Dakota Players Children’s Theatre

Widespot Performing Arts Center 611 Broadway Avenue, Wabasha, MN, United States

RJAC & WK Community Education and Dakota Players presents;  You Look Marvelous Aug 25-29 A hilarious musical retelling of The Emperor’s New Clothes Get ready for a week of theatre magic! Dakota Players returns to Wabasha with a full musical theatre residency for kids entering Kindergarten through 12th grade in August 2025. In just five days, students will rehearse and perform a full production with professional costumes, lighting, sound, and set design—all provided by Dakota Players! About the Show: You Look Marvelous! brings a witty twist to the classic Hans Christian Andersen tale, The Emperor’s New Clothes. This musical explores the themes of vanity, courage, and authenticity, reminding us that “there are no stupid questions,” even “Where are your clothes?” Learn More about the Show

“You Look Marvelous!” Dakota Players Children’s Theatre

Widespot Performing Arts Center 611 Broadway Avenue, Wabasha, MN, United States

RJAC & WK Community Education and Dakota Players presents;  You Look Marvelous Aug 25-29 A hilarious musical retelling of The Emperor’s New Clothes Get ready for a week of theatre magic! Dakota Players returns to Wabasha with a full musical theatre residency for kids entering Kindergarten through 12th grade in August 2025. In just five days, students will rehearse and perform a full production with professional costumes, lighting, sound, and set design—all provided by Dakota Players! About the Show: You Look Marvelous! brings a witty twist to the classic Hans Christian Andersen tale, The Emperor’s New Clothes. This musical explores the themes of vanity, courage, and authenticity, reminding us that “there are no stupid questions,” even “Where are your clothes?” Learn More about the Show

1st Annual Art Fair Under the Bridge

Heritage Park (Under The Bridge) 257 Main St W, Wabasha, MN, United States

Join us for the 1st Annual Art Fair Under the Bridge in beautiful, historic downtown Wabasha, MN. Hosted by the River Junctions Arts Council, this exciting new event takes place in Heritage Park (257 Main Street W), just steps from the mighty Mississippi River. Enjoy up to 30 artist booths showcasing unique fine art, photography, pottery and more. Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of creativity and community on the riverfront!