TBA x Opendate State Fair Soirée at NIVA — June 9, 2026
TBA Agency and Opendate are teaming up for a Minnesota State Fair–inspired happy hour at First Avenue during NIVA week, featuring music, food, games, and indie live event community vibes.Event details
Local showcase: Independent artist performances at The Hook & Ladder’s multiple stages LinkedIn. About NIVA
NIVA (National Independent Venue Association) is a gathering for the independent live concert, comedy, promoter, and festival industries, bringing together industry leaders, promoters, and venue owners for panels, networking, and live performances NIVA | National Independent Venue Association.RSVP
The event is free and hosted by Opendate, with RSVP requested for the TBA x Opendate collaboration app.opendate.io.
If you’re in Minneapolis on June 9, 2026, this is a great opportunity to enjoy a festive, community-driven night with live music, food, and games in a vibrant indie venue setting.
TBA Agency and Opendate are teaming up for a Minnesota State Fair–inspired happy hour at First Avenue during NIVA week, featuring music, food, games, and indie live event community vibes.Event details
- Name: TBA x Opendate: State Fair Soirée @ NIVA
- Date & Time: Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM app.opendate.io
- Location: First Ave, 701 North 1st Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403 app.opendate.io
- Theme: A slice of the Great Minnesota State Fair brought to First Avenue, celebrating the independent live events community during NIVA week app.opendate.io.
- Food & drinks: Fair favorites, local food trucks, and signature drinks app.opendate.io.
- Games & activities: Stoner Bingo, Kush Klaw, retro video game tournaments, lounge vibes, and live painting LinkedIn.
Music: Special guest DJs including: - Todd-O-Phonic (White Eagle Music Hall, WFMU)
- Miss Alex White (White Mystery, Opendate)
- Rachel Hunt (Grog Shop, WRUW) LinkedIn.
Local showcase: Independent artist performances at The Hook & Ladder’s multiple stages LinkedIn. About NIVA
NIVA (National Independent Venue Association) is a gathering for the independent live concert, comedy, promoter, and festival industries, bringing together industry leaders, promoters, and venue owners for panels, networking, and live performances NIVA | National Independent Venue Association.RSVP
The event is free and hosted by Opendate, with RSVP requested for the TBA x Opendate collaboration app.opendate.io.
If you’re in Minneapolis on June 9, 2026, this is a great opportunity to enjoy a festive, community-driven night with live music, food, and games in a vibrant indie venue setting.
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