FREE LIVE PERFORMANCES
Crossroads Chapel and Outdoor Stage
2022 Entertainment Line Up
Thursday, August 25th - Monday, September 5th
Kid's Entertainment During the Minnesota State Fair
In Front of the Chapel
9:00am – 12:00pm
Balloons by Kevin
Monday, August 29th - Thursday, September 1st
Britton, the Yo-Yo Master
Saturday, August 27th & Thursday, September 1st
Daily Performances During the Minnesota State Fair
11:45am | 2:30pm | 4:30pm
Norm Barnhart
Magic, Illusions, and Comedy
Norm Barnhart is a professional comic magician who has entertained audiences for more than 30 years. In 2007, Norm was named America's funniest Magician by the Family Entertainers Workshop. Norm's travels have taken him across the United States and around the world. His fun and humorous presentation encourages and uplifts, and his magic and comedy are amazing entertainment for the entire family! Visit Website
Thursday, August 25th
1:00pm | 3:30pm | 5:30pm
Syvers
The husband-wife indie-folk duo from Minneapolis, share in a love of finding the honest truth no matter the cost. As a staple of their shows, live-looping crossfades the studio composition process with the stage. With threads of samples, droning backdrops, and dripping vocals crafted on the fly, capturing these inspired moments will take a new form each time their mantra is exhaled. Visit Website
Friday, August 26th
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Katy Dahl
Katy Dahl is an independent artist and worship leader in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Katy grew up with a love for music, especially the sound of the acoustic guitar. She loves communicating the Gospel through music and her desire is to spread a clear message in a way that is creative yet easy to resonate with. Her songs have received radio play on stations around the world. Katy has had the opportunity to open for a variety of artists including The Gray Havens, Jenny & Tyler, and Andrew Peterson. Visit Website
Saturday, August 27th
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Josh Hoaby Band
Joshua Edwards is a worshiper of the One True God, and a fervent follower of Jesus Christ. He has been leading worship since he was 17 years old. As a multi-instrumentalist, Josh loves making music with his friends and family. He put out his first recording in 2013, and has released a new project with a timeless message to the Church with 'The Revelation' a song expression of worship through the 22 chapters of the Book of Revelation. He, along with his wife Megan and three kids live in Wells, Minnesota. They serve with a nationwide/global missions movement called Time To Revive, whose heart is to equip the Saints for the return of Christ. Visit Website
Sunday, August 28th
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Heart of the City Band
Since 1996, Heart of the City Ministries, a non-profit, Christian, multi-ethnic music ministry, has been sharing the Gospel and bringing a message, model, and experience of multi-ethnic worship and Biblical unity through the amazing talents of the Heart of the City Worship Band. Now, since 2018, they are continuing this mission through hosting stylistically and ethnically diverse concerts at the Heart of the City Music Factory in Anoka, Minnesota. In a time when divisions are increasing and becoming more entrenched, the need is great in both large and small ways to build bridges in the name of Jesus. The Heart of the City Band has 11 different ethnicities represented in it with its members coming from many different congregations of various Christian denominations. Their music reflects that diversity in style including Native American, East Indian, Gospel, Urban Contemporary, Reggae, Salsa, Bossa Nova, Modern Worship, Hymn styles and others. Visit Website
Monday, August 29th
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Sara Renner
Sara Renner has shared her soulful blend of Gospel and Jazz music with diverse audiences in thousands of venues throughout the United States. Sara Renner is currently the Director of Contemporary Worship at St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi, Minnesota. Sara’s passionate vocal delivery, the integrity of her message and her vulnerable and funny storytelling open up a rare window into the human soul. Visit Website
Tuesday, August 30st
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Steve Duede Band
Steve is a gifted Music Pastor who has been on staff at Eagle Brook Church for the past fourteen years. The band performs a mix of old and new original material, along with a few of their own versions of classic songs such as Higher Ground. Visit Website
Wednesday, August 31st
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Josh Edwards
Joshua Edwards is a worshiper of the One True God, and a fervent follower of Jesus Christ. He has been leading worship since he was 17 years old. As a multi-instrumentalist, Josh loves making music with his friends and family. He put out his first recording in 2013, and has released a new project with a timeless message to the Church with 'The Revelation' a song expression of worship through the 22 chapters of the Book of Revelation. He, along with his wife Megan and three kids live in Wells, Minnesota. They serve with a nationwide/global missions movement called Time To Revive, whose heart is to equip the Saints for the return of Christ Visit Website
Wednesday, August 31st
7:00pm
Mn Adult & Teen Challenge Choir
One of the most well-known and powerful ways the Mn Adult & Teen Challenge Choir reaches out to area churches and the community at large is through their Choir. Their past events include singing for the MN House of Representatives, singing the National Anthem at the Twins games, and special shows at conferences, outdoor events, and fairs. Visit Website
Thursday, September 1st
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
The Kingery Family
The Kingery Family have enjoyed singing together for the past sixteen years. They sing primarily gospel bluegrass music while also incorporating fiddle, patriotic, Americana, and a Capella. Their combination of tight harmonies, uplifting songs, and family unity are sure to encourage. The Kingery Family's hope is to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ and to point others to Him. Visit Website
Friday, September 2nd
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Hunter Fraser
Hunter is a Minneapolis based singer/songwriter and worship leader. From an early age Hunter has been honing his craft as a writer and performer. He got his start working with renown worship leader Joel Hanson. Working under Joel allowed Hunter to develop a uniquely honest and personal style of worship both as a leader and songwriter, and his songs feature heartfelt prayers written to contemporary, lighthearted instrumentation. Hunter is incredibly active as a worship leader, and leads a plethora of congregations around the Twin Cities. Visit Website
Saturday, September 3rd
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Emmanuel Christian Center Choir
The Emmanuel Christian Center's Music Ministry is dedicated to singing anointed praise as they usher in the presence of God in every performance. Their music helps both believers and unbelievers to interface and interact with the living God. They perform for unchurched friends to be reached and for believers to be empowered by experiencing God. Visit Website
Sunday, September 4th
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Rotators Band
The Rotators are a ‘blues’ band with a mission of spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. From prisons to coffee houses, and even the Mall of America, the Rotators have a special blend of blues and a message that will encourage you in your walk with the Lord.
Monday, September 5th
1:00pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm
Heart Song
Proclaiming the Good News of Jesus has been Heart Song’s passion for over 40 years. The band currently performs at nearly 30 venues annually and has performed at over 2000 venues since 1976, and has recorded over 16 albums. Visit Website