• “Burnt By The Sun”

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    Burnt by the Sun is a Winner of the 1994 Academy Awards for best foreign film, this  film tells the unforgettable story of a Soviet hero whose happy family is targeted by Stalin’s secret police.  A lyrical film filled with beauty and warmth, it shows a man dedicated to his family and fatherland , cruelly […]

  • Cafe Accordion Orchestra

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    Dan Newton’s Café Accordion Orchestra serves up Paris by way of the Midwest—valse-musette at the core, spiced with swing, tango, and Latin rhythms. Playful, polished, and built for both listening and dancing. Led by Dan Newton, CAO has been lighting up stages since 1995, from Lincoln Center to Vienna to festivals across the U.S.

  • Film Showing: “Four Souls Of Coyote”

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    A Hungarian animated film about creation myths and environmentalism. It features Native American themes and a story contrasting modern pipeline protests with ancient tales of humans’ place in nature. Doors open at 6:00pm for gallery. Film at 7:00pm. $10 Entry

  • Patina

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    Patina is a violin, whistle, flute, bass, bodhrán, accordion, and guitar band that plays mixed Celtic, folk, and original music. Patina started in early 2016 as a trio with Mike Watson, Kara Mae Prosen & Sue Lee Ringwelski coming together to play for a wedding. It was so much fun they decided to keep playing […]

  • Railroad Art Presentation by Steve Schild

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    The Winona Arts Center welcomes home longtime photographer Steve Schild for Railroad Art from 1:00–2:30. Ever noticed the drawings on railroad cars? Those are monikers—a rolling gallery of humor, grit, and personal expression. Some are playful, some are serious, all of them tell a story. Schild, emeritus faculty from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, will […]

  • Film Screening: “Woman at War”

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    🎬 Woman at War Halla is a 50-year-old environmental activist quietly waging a one-woman battle against Iceland’s aluminum industry. But just as her campaign begins to escalate, life throws her a beautiful curveball: she’s finally approved to adopt a young girl from Ukraine. What follows is a sharp, funny, and heartfelt story about courage, conviction, […]

  • Weary Ramblers

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    A newly formed Iowa folk duo, Weary Ramblers bring years of experience to the stage with award-winning songwriting and chemistry. Chad Elliott and Kathryn Fox showcase multi-instrumental performances with tight harmonies and great storytelling. Tix Info  

  • Seven Sundays – Brian Ebbinger

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    This is the final date of the Foundations exhibit and will feature a musical performance by guitarist Brian Ebbinger as part of our Seven Sundays series. Seven Sundays is an arts and music series during 2026 where a musical performance will be paired with each newly hung visual art exhibit. All events are free. This series […]

  • Scottie Miller & Cierra Alise Hill

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    Award-winning pianist, singer-songwriter, and poet Scottie Miller brings a soulful, cinematic sound to the stage, sharing new music from his forthcoming orchestral album Hello Pain. Joined by violinist and arranger Cierra Alise Hill, the performance blends intimate piano and voice with sweeping, symphonic textures, turning vulnerability into resonant beauty. Miller is a contributing songwriter and […]

  • International Film Series: “The Monk & The Gun”

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    Journey into the mountains of Bhutan in this 2023 drama by Pawo Choyning Dorji. An American treasure hunter crosses paths with a young monk on a mysterious assignment—leading both into a story rooted in the country’s leap into the digital age. Inspired by true events from 2006, when Bhutan first connected to the internet and […]

  • LDVY in Concert

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    Meet LVDY (pronounced LADY), a Colorado-based duo made up of Kathleen Hooper and Aubrey Mable. Their music blends indie-folk melodies with singer-songwriter intimacy, creating uplifting songs that stick with you long after the last note. With powerful harmonies, heartfelt storytelling, and messages of hope and connection, LVDY’s songs are a reminder that none of us […]

  • FRFF Film Screening: Four Souls of Coyote

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    🎬 The Frozen River Film Festival presents a special screening of Four Souls of Coyote — a powerful story where Indigenous teenagers confront the crew of an oil pipeline near their ancestral land. Woven through their journey is an ancient Creation Myth, reminding us that humanity’s challenges are universal, and that we all share a […]

  • Exhibit Opening: “The Landscape of Guitar: Paintings by Bruce Hecksel”

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    The Winona Arts Center presents The Landscape of Guitar: Paintings by Bruce Hecksel on Sunday, September 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. at 228 East 5th Street. The exhibit runs through October 18. Hecksel, known for his vibrant, guitar-inspired landscapes, performed thousands of concerts with his duo Patchouli & Terra Guitarra. He passed away this […]

  • Winona Film Society: ALAM – A Film by Firas Khoury

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    🎬 ALAMFrom France, Tunisia, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar comes a powerful story that blends love, friendship, and the fight for freedom—all under the symbol of the flag. Tamer, a Palestinian teenager in Israel, drifts through a typical high school life until he meets Maysaa, a new classmate whose passion for activism sparks something within […]

  • Mike Munson & Lars-Erik Larson

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    Mike Munson, a skilled slide guitar player from Winona, brings a deep appreciation for the history and evolution of American music to his performances. Alongside the talented percussionist Lars-Erik Larson, they combine years of experience with a flair for improvisation, exploring new musical landscapes. Their sound seamlessly blends elements of early American rock and roll, […]

  • Exhibit Opening: “Petals and Patterns: A Visual Symphony” by Richard Copeland

    Winona Arts Center 228 E. 5th St., Winona, MN, United States

    The Winona Arts Center will host the opening of Richard Copeland's exhibit, *Petals and Patterns: A Visual Symphony. The exhibit, featuring original photography and dotted acrylic paintings, will be on display through November 23rd. Visitors can meet the artist, enjoy refreshments, and explore Copeland's works, some of which are digitally enhanced to resemble watercolor.