Rock the Garden
- Dates
- Dates not yet announced
- Status
- Ended
- Venue
- Walker Art Center
- Price
- $79 to $84
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 27, 2026
Rock the Garden in Minneapolis, MN is not currently confirmed to be running. Froligo tracks its status, history and similar festivals still happening.
What happened to Rock the Garden?
The Walker Art Center and The Current announced the festival was retiring "following a lauded final installment" in June 2022, framing the end as a mutual decision rather than a financial or attendance problem.
It ran from 1998 to 2022.
Reported by Walker Art Center (Sep 28, 2022), Mpls.St.Paul Magazine.
Similar festivals that are still going ahead are listed further down this page.
Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Rock the Garden on Spotify.
Lineup
Getting there
Nearest airport MSP.
How do I get to Rock the Garden?
By car
Most people drive to Rock the Garden. The nearest major airport is MSP, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Venue
Walker Art Center
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Rock the Garden?
Budget stays 3
2407 Southeast University Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon5637 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon5719 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soonMid-range hotels 3
1313 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon1101 LaSalle Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon901 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soonTreat yourself 2
1300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon245 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Typically $350-700 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soonAirport hotels 2
3800 American Boulevard East, Bloomington, MN 55425
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon7800 International Drive, Bloomington, MN 55425
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
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Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
Price history and tiers
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