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The Current's Happy Hours 2025 presented by Renewal by Andersen and Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Drive Sober, Drive Smart Campaign

The Current's Happy Hours 2025 presented by Renewal by Andersen and Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Drive Sober, Drive Smart Campaign

This Summer, discover new music with The Current! You can join us for Happy Hours at various locations with live music from artists you’ll want to see. Enjoy a magical summer afternoon from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a beverage, friends, and live music!

One of The Current's hosts will provide the soundtrack at each Happy Hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. before the artist performs a live set at 6 p.m.

The Current’s Happy Hours are free and open to everyone.

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