2023 Events

Moonage Daydream outdoor screening and closing night party
Cap off The Great Northern 2023 at Malcolm Yards Market with a special outdoor screening of David Bowie biopic Moonage Daydream and lively set by DJ Yasmeenah—plus plenty of delectable food and beverage offerings.

Mamaqtuq!
We are thrilled to invite you to the tasting event, Mamaqtuq!, meaning “It’s delicious!” in Inuvialuktun – an invitation to celebrate a newly inspired seven-course tasting menu by chef Rob Kinneen.

K’óoben pop-up
Join us for food collective K’óoben’s 5th pop-up experience, featuring guest chefs who will explore what it means to be crafting and cooking food in the middle of winter in Minnesota—plus specialty beverage pairings, and live music.

Jovan C. Speller and Gabrielle E. W. Carter: Cultural food preservation, climate limitations and adaptation
Join Gabrielle E. W. Carter and Jovan C. Speller as they examine what it looks like to transplant tradition rooted in the global south to cooler climates. Moderated by Erin Sharkey.

Secret Supper: Minneapolis
An adventurous dining experience designed to create an evening you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

The Great Northern Culinary Experiences
The Great Northern is thrilled to partner with local restaurants and bars that will craft specialty culinary moments to complement festival programming Jan 25-Feb 5.

Chill Out: Festival launch party
Join us to kick off The Great Northern with a "festival eve" winter village at Surly Brewing Beer Garden.