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May292024

Pianos on Parade Presented by PNC Bank Returns in June

26 pianos painted by local artists with a vibrant downtown theme available for all to play weekdays, plus scheduled performances on Thursdays 12-1 pm.

Pianos on Parade presented by PNC Bank is back this June. Pianos painted by local artists and organizations will be available for the public to play or attend scheduled performances through June 30. Pianos are available to play 8 am-5 pm daily, and weekly performances take place Thursdays at 12-1 pm. 
 
Weekly performances will highlight the strength and talent of our local music community. Look for highlights of the local artists performing on @mplsdowntown’s Instagram account throughout the month.
 
“PNC is proud to once again present this amazing celebration of music, art and community,” said Kelly McQueen, PNC regional president for Minnesota. “Pianos on Parade presented by PNC Bank is an event guaranteed to make people smile.”
 
Pianos on Parade presented by PNC Bank artist collaborations this summer also include Choices, Inc., FAIR School, Modern Day Me, Metro Work Center, University of St. Thomas, and individual local artists.
 
Piano locations include 222 Hennepin (Weidner Apartment Homes), 901 Marquette (Ryan Companies), Aloft Minneapolis, American Academy of Neurology, Basilica of St. Mary, Capella Tower, City Center, Minneapolis Convention Center, Hennepin County Government Center, IDS Center, Loring Park, nmdp, Nordic Plaza, Peavey Plaza, U.S. Bancorp Center, Radisson Red, RBC Gateway, Riverplace, Stone Arch Bridge, The Alley Project (10th and Hennepin), The Canopy Hotel, The Commons, The Dayton’s Project, The Depot Hotel, Thrivent, and Twin Cities Pride Office.
 
Pianos on Parade presented by PNC Bank is produced by the mpls downtown council in partnership with Keys 4/4 Kids. For more information on Pianos on Parade and a full schedule of performances, visit www.mplsdowntown.com/pianos. For a full calendar of downtown events, visit www.mplsdowntown.com. Share your experiences on social media using tagging @mplsdowntown and using the hashtag #mymplsdt.
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