Mystic Lake Amphitheater Announces Opening Night Celebration Featuring All-Minnesotan Lineup and $20 Tickets

On Saturday, June 20, Mystic Lake Amphitheater will debut in Shakopee with a $20 opening night celebration featuring a curated lineup of homegrown talent.

Setting the Stage

The event celebrates the opening of the Twin Cities Metro’s new home for summer concerts with an evening of Minnesota music, comedy and community.

Artists who will help set the stage include Motion City Soundtrack, Ber, and Rocket Club, along with a performance by the next generation of talent from School of Rock as the first act to take the amphitheater’s stage. St. Paul native and Saturday Night Live cast member Tommy Brennan will host. A headliner will be announced at a later date.

The festivities will run from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m., with a portion of proceeds benefiting The Salt Cure Restaurant Recovery Fund, supporting Minnesota’s restaurant workers and businesses. Pre-sale begins on Thursday, May 7, at 10:00 a.m., followed by the general on-sale Friday, May 8, at 10:00 a.m.

2026 Season at Mystic Lake Amphitheater

Following the opening celebration, Mystic Lake Amphitheater will launch its first season with more than 35 concerts spanning rock, country, hip-hop, pop, and more. The venue will also host community gatherings and private events.

The first official performance takes place June 22, headlined by mgk. The lineup includes a wide range of genres and acts, including Dave Matthews Band (6/23), Bob Dylan (7/6), Lil Wayne with 2 Chainz (7/18), Hilary Duff (7/25), Chris Stapleton (7/29–30), Kesha (8/3), Guns N’ Roses (8/8), Willie Nelson’s Outlaw Festival (8/19), Mötley Crüe (8/21), Wu-Tang Clan (9/1), Iron Maiden (9/19), and Pitbull with Lil Jon (9/26), and many more. For a full list of upcoming shows, visit MysticLakeAmp.com.

 Venue Fast Facts

• Venue Design: 19,000-capacity amphitheater purpose-built for live music, featuring state-of-the-art production, exceptional acoustics, unobstructed sightlines, and an outdoor plaza overlooking the Minnesota River Valley.
• Concessions: Fan-first menu with show-specific offerings tailored to audiences, featuring local partners including Red Lake Walleye, Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Cathy Mackenthun’s Meats and Deli, and rotating food trucks.
• Beverage Program: Craft cocktails, non-alcoholic options, and local brews, featuring local partners including Prairie Organic Vodka, Tattersall Apple Jack, August Schell Brewing Company, and Grain Belt Brewery.
• Value: Accessible pricing across the venue, including $2 hot dogs, $5 beer, $3 snacks, along with a range of fan-favorite items priced at $7 – including wraps, burgers, and shareable bites.
• Premium Experiences: Elevated box and suite offerings with dedicated entrances, premium parking, and VIP club access, including first-of-its-kind bunker suites just 125 feet from the stage and hospitality including pre-order catering and exclusive access to the Vinyl Room.
• The Backyard: VIP pre-show social space with food, drinks, lawn games, and live music, included for premium ticket holders with a limited number of upgrades available.
• Job Creation: More than 800 local roles across operations, hospitality and security, with wages ranging from $18 to $25 per hour.
• Economic Impact: Projected $138 million annual regional impact, including $73 million in local spending and $11 million in tax revenue, with roughly half driven by out-of-market visitors.

Quotes:

• “Our fans in Minnesota will soon have a world-class outdoor amphitheater they can call their own, with a lineup spanning every genre. What better way to celebrate the opening of this new home for summer concert memories than with an evening of Minnesota music, comedy and community? With $20 tickets and an eclectic lineup of homegrown talent, it’s a night designed to bring fans together and give back locally.” – Josh Lacey, Minnesota Market President, Live Nation
• “It’s exciting to see Mystic Lake Amphitheater come to life. Our focus has been on building a venue that delivers a safe, smooth, and memorable experience for fans, artists, and everyone involved in bringing these shows to life. We’re looking forward to opening the gates and welcoming fans for the first of many great nights.” – Jason Moutry, General Manager, Mystic Lake Amphitheater
• “We’re beyond honored to be the beneficiary of such a meaningful gathering at Mystic Lake Amphitheater, and it means the world to us that this hospitality is being offered to struggling Minnesota restaurants. The core of our mission is strengthening our community, and events like this, which brings people together, proves that we need these places to feed our souls every day.” – Stephanie March, Co-Founder, The Salt Cure Restaurant Recovery Fund