Events

Live Music – Phil Kitze

Friday October 30th

Phil Kitze is a Twin Cities-based solo performer with more than 20 years of experience entertaining audiences across the region. Featuring a dynamic mix of Blues, Rock & Roll, and original music, Phil’s sound is deeply rooted in Chicago and Texas Blues traditions. With an energetic style and engaging stage presence, he creates an atmosphere that keeps audiences tapping their feet, singing along, and hitting the dance floor.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

NIGHTMARE ON 3RD STREET: Halloween Party with DJ Ray Mills

Saturday October 31st

Join us on Saturday, October 31 for a stylish pre-Halloween bash featuring DJ Ray Mills spinning spooky beats & get your palm read.

Get ready to turn heads this Halloween at Umbra Minneapolis, located inside the Canopy by Hilton in downtown. Join us on Saturday , October 31 for a stylish pre-Halloween bash featuring DJ Ray Mills spinning spooky beats to set the vibe for your night out & get your palm read!

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Live Music – Tony Williams

Friday November 6th

Tony Williams, a Minneapolis native, has transitioned from years of touring with major rock and country acts to focusing on his solo career. Known for his dynamic live shows featuring real-time looping to create a full-band sound, Williams has performed across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the Middle East, sharing stages with artists like Andy Grammer and Eddie Trunk. His debut EP Destined To Be Real (2012) showcased his vocal and multi-instrumental talent, and his upcoming 2025 album Aestivation blends driving rock, indie/electronic, and new wave influences with soaring choruses and heartfelt lyrics. 

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Live Music – Tony Williams

Saturday November 7th

Tony Williams, a Minneapolis native, has transitioned from years of touring with major rock and country acts to focusing on his solo career. Known for his dynamic live shows featuring real-time looping to create a full-band sound, Williams has performed across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the Middle East, sharing stages with artists like Andy Grammer and Eddie Trunk. His debut EP Destined To Be Real (2012) showcased his vocal and multi-instrumental talent, and his upcoming 2025 album Aestivation blends driving rock, indie/electronic, and new wave influences with soaring choruses and heartfelt lyrics. 

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

SKOL! ALLEY: Vikings vs. Buffalo Bills Tailgate

Monday November 9th

Kick off the Vikings home game the right way at SKOL! ALLEY, just steps from U.S. Bank Stadium!

Stop by from 4PM – 6:30PM for a free fan experience packed with game day energy, great drinks, DJ RayMills & Friend – the OFFICIAL Vikings DJ, and tailgate favorites.

What’s happening:

DJ from 4PM – 6:30PM (DJ RayMills until 5:45PM) BBQ tailgate available for purchase Cash bar Pregame atmosphere with fellow Vikings fans FREE to attend!

Rain or shine, the party is on. In the event of inclement weather, festivities will move indoors to Umbra Restaurant.

TAILGATE FOOD MENU – TBD

Food & Drink tickets can be purchased at the event.

04:00 PM – 06:30 PM

Minneapolis Dueling Pianos Night

Friday November 13th

Mark your calendars for a night of music at UMBRA!

Join us as Sweet Keys Dueling Pianos takes over the Umbra stage inside Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District. Get ready for an unforgettable showdown where two talented pianists go head-to-head, playing your favorite songs and keeping the crowd entertained all night long!

From classic anthems to today’s hits, no request is too wild! Grab a seat and enjoy our full service dinner menu or the bar menu for the perfect pairing with this energetic, interactive performance.

Lounge seating and tables are first come, first served.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Minneapolis Dueling Pianos Night

Saturday November 14th

Mark your calendars for a night of music at UMBRA!

Join us as Sweet Keys Dueling Pianos takes over the Umbra stage inside Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District. Get ready for an unforgettable showdown where two talented pianists go head-to-head, playing your favorite songs and keeping the crowd entertained all night long!

From classic anthems to today’s hits, no request is too wild! Grab a seat and enjoy our full service dinner menu or the bar menu for the perfect pairing with this energetic, interactive performance.

Lounge seating and tables are first come, first served.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Live Music – Tyler Herwig

Friday November 20th

Tyler Herwig is a Minnesota-born indie country/pop artist known for emotionally driven songs, high-energy performances, and a deeply family-centered message. Hailing from Mankato, Minnesota, his sound blends anthemic melodies and heartfelt storytelling, drawing influence from U2 and Keith Green. A chart-topping songwriter and relentless live performer, Tyler plays hundreds of shows each year while building a rapidly growing fanbase. Above all, he’s a devoted husband and father, creating music rooted in hope, resilience, and real life—songs that connect deeply and remind listeners what matters most.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Live Music – Tyler Herwig

Saturday November 21st

Tyler Herwig is a Minnesota-born indie country/pop artist known for emotionally driven songs, high-energy performances, and a deeply family-centered message. Hailing from Mankato, Minnesota, his sound blends anthemic melodies and heartfelt storytelling, drawing influence from U2 and Keith Green. A chart-topping songwriter and relentless live performer, Tyler plays hundreds of shows each year while building a rapidly growing fanbase. Above all, he’s a devoted husband and father, creating music rooted in hope, resilience, and real life—songs that connect deeply and remind listeners what matters most.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Live Music – Reception Jazz

Friday November 27th

Featuring a talented roster of professional musicians, the group performs timeless jazz standards and contemporary favorites with style and ease. Whether performing as a solo artist, their signature piano trio, or an expanded ensemble featuring saxophone, trumpet, or guitar, Reception Jazz delivers a polished and memorable listening experience.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Live Music – Jacy Smith

Saturday November 28th

With powerhouse vocals and captivating piano stylings, Jacy Smith brings unforgettable live music to weddings, corporate events, private parties, and upscale venues throughout the Twin Cities and beyond. A seasoned performer with over 15 years of experience, Jacy blends soul, pop, jazz, and classic hits into personalized performances that elevate any event. Known for her dynamic presence and vocal strength, Jacy has performed at premier venues like the Apostle Supper Club and Crooners Lounge, and continues to entertain audiences at private and public events across Minnesota. She offers solo piano/voice shows tailored to the atmosphere—whether it’s an intimate cocktail hour or a lively celebration. When she’s not performing solo, Jacy tours nationally with Duelly Noted, her acclaimed all-female dueling pianos act, bringing powerhouse harmonies and interactive energy to stages coast to coast.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Minneapolis Dueling Pianos Night

Friday December 4th

Mark your calendars for a night of music at UMBRA!

Join us as Sweet Keys Dueling Pianos takes over the Umbra stage inside Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District. Get ready for an unforgettable showdown where two talented pianists go head-to-head, playing your favorite songs and keeping the crowd entertained all night long!

From classic anthems to today’s hits, no request is too wild! Grab a seat and enjoy our full service dinner menu or the bar menu for the perfect pairing with this energetic, interactive performance.

Lounge seating and tables are first come, first served.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Live Music – Daniel the Violinist Holiday Tunes

Saturday December 5th

Daniel Gilbert, known professionally as Daniel the Violinist, is a Minneapolis–St. Paul–based performer redefining live music through dynamic genre fusion. With a signature sound that blends the timeless elegance of classical violin with the energy of Hip‑Hop, R&B, Afro‑Beats, Jazz, and Latin rhythms, Daniel creates performances that are as sophisticated as they are electric.

For Daniel, music is more than entertainment—it’s connection, storytelling, and shared emotion. Every performance is intentionally crafted to elevate the atmosphere, spark joy, and bring people together through the universal language of sound. From grand stages and upscale galas to weddings and intimate gatherings, Daniel the Violinist transforms moments into unforgettable experiences, leaving audiences inspired long after the final note.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Live Music – Tony Williams

Friday December 11th

Tony Williams, a Minneapolis native, has transitioned from years of touring with major rock and country acts to focusing on his solo career. Known for his dynamic live shows featuring real-time looping to create a full-band sound, Williams has performed across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the Middle East, sharing stages with artists like Andy Grammer and Eddie Trunk. His debut EP Destined To Be Real (2012) showcased his vocal and multi-instrumental talent, and his upcoming 2025 album Aestivation blends driving rock, indie/electronic, and new wave influences with soaring choruses and heartfelt lyrics. 

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Live Music – Tyler Herwig

Saturday December 12th

Tyler Herwig is a Minnesota-born indie country/pop artist known for emotionally driven songs, high-energy performances, and a deeply family-centered message. Hailing from Mankato, Minnesota, his sound blends anthemic melodies and heartfelt storytelling, drawing influence from U2 and Keith Green. A chart-topping songwriter and relentless live performer, Tyler plays hundreds of shows each year while building a rapidly growing fanbase. Above all, he’s a devoted husband and father, creating music rooted in hope, resilience, and real life—songs that connect deeply and remind listeners what matters most.

06:00 PM – 09:00 PM