Exciting Season Ahead at The Cedar Cultural Center
Continuing with our 35th Anniversary at The Cedar, we’re thrilled to reflect on the incredible moments shared with our community and look forward to an even more exciting close to the year.
Our Summer at The Cedar free plaza programming was a tremendous success, highlighted by the unveiling of a stunning new mural created by local artists Leslie Barlow and Hibaaq Ibrahim with deep roots in the West Bank neighborhood. This vibrant addition symbolizes our continued commitment to celebrating local talent and the cultural heritage of our community.
Throughout the summer, we hosted a number of outstanding shows. Standout performances included TINARIWEN and Andrea Swensson’s book release of "DEEPER BLUES: The Life, Songs, and Salvation of Cornbread Harris” with audiences embracing the unique sounds and experiences that make The Cedar such a special venue. Our Volunteer Appreciation Evening was a joyful celebration of the people who power our work. We had a blast during our two-night Global Get Together at the Minnesota State Fair and curating a stage at Minnesota Orchestra’s International Day of Music.
As we move into the last quarter of the year, we are excited to bring even more to our stage and community. Next week, we kick off the Global Roots Festival, a multi-day event showcasing diverse global artists.
Global Roots Festival
September 23 - 25th, 2024
Free
With an immensely successful return in 2023 back to pre-pandemic attendance, The Cedar Cultural Center is proud to present the Global Roots Festival once again - this time marking 15 years since its inception. This beloved event will occupy The Cedar’s hall, embodying the organization’s mission to promote intercultural appreciation and understanding through the presentation of global music. The festival offers accessible, free, and family friendly opportunities to hear innovative and unique artists from across the globe, right here in Cedar Riverside, Minneapolis!
On October 26th, we will celebrate our milestone birthday with a grand event where we invite all to join us in commemorating The Cedar’s rich history and looking forward to the future.
THE CEDAR CELEBRATION Hosted by Dessa
Saturday, October 26th, 2024
$35 entry to The Cedar Celebration!
A 35th Birthday Party. A fundraiser. A FUN RAISER! A reflection on our past years and a wish for many more. Please join us in the festivities from 4- 8 PM with food, drink and a variety of performances by Pieta Brown, Brass Messengers, Fanaka Nation - and a few surprises! Plus an auction, a raffle and a look back into our very curious legendary archive. The Celebration is hosted by the queen bee of lyrical ingenuity herself, DESSA! Our goal is to raise $35,000+ to keep The Cedar's lights on and centered toward our mission of promoting and presenting the world's music. Here. And - if you can't make the party, please consider making a direct contribution towards our FUNdraiser Birthday Goal.
With so much to look back on and even more to anticipate, the final months of 2024 promise to be nothing short of extraordinary at The Cedar. Cheers to 35 Years!
JOHN McEUEN & The Circle Band with The Eclectics — The Cedar Cultural Center
An Evening with HABIB KOITÉ, ALY KEITA, LAMINE CISSOKHo "Mandé Sila" — The Cedar Cultural Center
LEMON BUCKET ORKESTRA with Ukrainian Village Band — The Cedar Cultural Center
For a full list of 35th anniversary shows and activities, visit https://www.thecedar.org/35th-year-anniversary. New 35th anniversary shows will be added on a rolling basis and will be stamped with our 35th Year Logo!
Partnering with The Cedar
The Cedar warmly welcomes potential sponsors and cultural partners to join us on this journey. Interested in collaborating? Drop us a line at ban@thecedar.org and let's create something wonderful together!
