
A multilevel performing arts auditorium on the East Bank campus of the University of Minnesota, hosting dance, music, lectures, film, and comedy. It is also a state historic landmark.

Halloween-inspired concert pairing trumpet soloist Caleb Hudson and Northrop organist Greg Zelek, featuring classical and pop supernatural themes, with a pre-show gathering.

A conversation from the (In)Justice Series on Data & Power exploring how data systems shape identity, movement and justice for displaced people.

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin presents on leadership as the Humphrey School's 2026 Distinguished Carlson Lecturer, with a moderated conversation led by Gary Eichten.

Dr. Kambiz GhaneaBassiri presents the annual Roetzel Family Lecture on the Mecca Paradox, part of the UMN Conversations series at Northrop.
Free student matinee of the University of Minnesota Marching Band indoor concert, with fall 2026 halftime hits and a visit from the Goldy Gopher mascot.
Indoor concert of the University of Minnesota Marching Band, 'The Pride of Minnesota', with its autumn halftime favourites and a special appearance by Goldy Gopher.

Campus Nights tour with Elevation Rhythm, openers Lost & Found and Allison Eide, and guest speaker Markus McFolling.

A dialogue on how data is used to police migration and influence public perceptions, part of the (In)Justice Series.
Liquid Music | Northrop Series concert with Rothko String Quartet, Andrew Yee and Aaron David Miller.

Twin Cities Ballet presents A Minnesota Nutcracker, a holiday classic with a Minnesota twist, featuring iconic state characters and places.
Student matinee performances by Physics Force, a high school youth theatre company, with student tickets for $2 and free chaperone/teacher tickets.

Educational physics demonstration show with live experiments, including atmospheric pressure and pipe organ music, designed for all ages.

Limón Dance Company presents modern dance works by José Limón, including the world premiere of a Northrop Centennial Commission, at the Carlson Family Stage.

A screening of Charlie Chaplin's 1928 silent film 'The Circus' accompanied by live organ improvisations from Aaron David Miller.

Screening of Charlie Chaplin's silent film 'The Circus' with a live improvised organ score, followed by a guided tour of the historic Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ.
The all-male comic ballet company Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo returns to Northrop for its eighth performance at the venue.
The Mexican national folkloric dance company founded by Amalia Hernández brings its traditional dances and live mariachi to Northrop, marking its first return to the stage in more than 50 years.
Free student matinee of Ballet Folklórico de México, with live mariachi music, traditional costumes, study materials, Q&A with the artists and a Sensory Friendly Lounge.

The nine-piece Philip Glass Ensemble performs the entire soundtrack of the film Koyaanisqatsi live to a screening of the film.
Panel discussion with journalists from The New York Times and the Minnesota Star Tribune about bearing witness to the events that shape a country and a community.

Stand-up comedy night featuring Sal Vulcano and Wally Baram as part of the University of Minnesota's Homecoming 2026 festivities.
Griffin Lecture by Ambassador Nicholas Burns on the U.S.-China rivalry for global power, part of UMN Conversations at Northrop.

Annual Midwest Greek Step Show with NPHC organizations performing and competing for cash prizes, part of UMN Homecoming.

Lecture by Dr. Jacqueline Lazú on The Young Lords Speak, with a screening of the film The Young Lords of Lincoln Park, followed by a reception and book signing.