You can spend time wandering through the downtown district for unique shops, quaint boutiques, or remarkable restaurants and cafes. The city has much to offer those looking to enjoy all of the comforts of small-town life without having to go too far from home for adventure. Hinckley is located in the heart of Carlton County, Minnesota, surrounded by lush forests and clear lakes. It is conveniently close to downtown and offers a unique setting for shows that can include grandiose light displays or an intimate night under the stars. Since it was built in 2001, the outdoor amphitheater has hosted events ranging from music festivals to high school graduation ceremonies, perfect for big names and newcomers in the entertainment industry alike.

Owned by Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures, this impressive venue offers a wide variety of events and features everything from big-name concerts to amazing stage shows and theatrical performances. I doubt many will travel a distance, pay outrageous weekend hotel rates and put up with the current poor food choices to see bands hoping for their big break.The Grand Casino Hinckley Amphitheatre is an upscale entertainment venue located in Hinckley, Minnesota. People come and stay at the hotel, eat at restaurants, and some do gamble and buy drinks in the lounge. They have had bands around the time the casino opened, Local bands will play in another part of the casino that no doubt will be something a lot less than the current lounge 2 nights a weekend. Should be great for the kids with all the smoke throughout the casino.

Lounge is to be turned into a “High Roller” area and maybe an area for kids. Heard from a lot of people that after the casino spent a great deal of money on this lounge with lighting, stage, dance floor, tables, seating, and sound board and speakers, they will no longer have live, quality traveling bands anymore starting in January. Went to the lounge to hear a favorite band we enjoy and dance.

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