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Entertainment ProvidersMinnesota, United States51-200 Employees
First Avenue & 7th St Entry operates as an independent owner and operator of a network of live music venues in the Twin Cities. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the organization owns and runs multiple venues and collaborates with others to provide stages for artists and spaces for fans to gather. It emphasizes supporting artistic expression from diverse voices, from early-career acts to established performers, and has served as a launching pad for notable artists such as Hüsker Dü, the Replacements, Semisonic, Atmosphere, Soul Asylum, Lizzo, and Prince. Within the entertainment sector, the company positions itself as a mid-sized independent operator that anchors the regional live-music ecosystem. Its portfolio includes a mix of owned venues and cooperative arrangements, enabling a range of concert formats and community engagement. A recent development is the 2026 announcement of plans to open a 5,500-capacity venue in Seattle, expanding the organization's geographic footprint.