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🌱 Patch AM: Iron Maiden is bringing their massive 2026 tour to Shakopee soon
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In today's newsletter:
- Iron Maiden is bringing their massive 2026 tour to Shakopee soon
- See when Iron Maiden and Megadeth thunder into Shakopee
- See which Class B state teams advanced in Shakopee tournament action.
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- Tuesday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 87 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 81, low: 66.
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the a.m., with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Iron Maiden Finally Bring 'Run for Your Lives' Tour to North America: Photos, Set List, Videos (q1077.com) — Iron Maiden's Run for Your Lives tour is scheduled to hit Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee on September 19, with Megadeth as support. The article recaps their Toronto kickoff show, shares the full 17-song set list, and outlines all remaining 2026 tour dates across North and South America, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. 
2. Iron Maiden kick off North American tour in Toronto (nextmosh.com) — Shakopee metal fans can look forward to Iron Maiden's Run For Your Lives tour stopping at Mystic Lake Amphitheater on September 19, with Megadeth opening. The piece highlights the Toronto tour kickoff, shares the full 17-song set list, and details the rest of the North American dates leading up to the Minnesota show.
3. Amateur Baseball: Sobieski walks off Kimball to advance to state quarters (brainerddispatch.com) — State amateur baseball fans should know Shakopee hosted key Class B state tournament games where St. Martin and Raymond each advanced with wins over Buckman and Nisswa. The piece also highlights Sobieski's dramatic walk-off victory over Kimball to reach the state quarterfinals, setting up a matchup with Jordan in nearby Jordan, Minnesota.
4. Top Tours: Chris Stapleton Ranks On All Three Weekly Charts During Summer Tour (pollstar.com) — Chris Stapleton's summer tour included two big nights at Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee, drawing nearly 33,000 fans and helping land him on multiple Pollstar charts. The story breaks down attendance, grosses, and how his long-running All-American Road Show is performing across major North American venues.
📸 Around Shakopee
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Shakopee
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- Readmobile visits @ Elko New Market
Shakopee Library Off-site Event
2:30 pm - Eligibility Specialist at the New Prague Library
Shakopee Library New Prague Small Meeting Room, New Prague Library
3:00 pm - Public Computer Aide
Shakopee Library
4:00 pm - Scott County Law Library
Shakopee Library New Prague Large Meeting Room, New Prague Library
10:00 am - Visit the Readmobile at the Jordan Community Education and Recreation Center →
Shakopee Library Off-site Event
10:00 am - Public Computer Aide
Shakopee Library
1:00 pm - Readmobile visits @ Family Resource Center
Shakopee Library Off-site Event
10:00 am - Public Computer Aide
Shakopee Library
10:00 am
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Friday September 4
📣 Shakopee Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Lunch & Learn-EOS Worldwide
Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce Prior Lake Chamber Office
11:30 am - Public Computer Aide
Shakopee Library
11:30 am - Belle Plaine Friends of the Library Meeting
Shakopee Library Belle Plaine Large Meeting Room, Belle Plaine Library
5:00 pm - PTC meeting
Five Hawks El. Five Hawks Media Center
6:00 pm
Tuesday September 1
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- FREE Sleep Harmony Twin memory foam mattress.
In great condition. Was always covered with mattress protector. Smoke free, 1 goldendoodle home. Message me with questions. (Nextdoor Pheasant Run) - Hello any references for a window cleaner ?
What time of year do you guys have your windows cleaned ? (Nextdoor Whispering Oaks)
- Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. posted a job opening for Usher / Ticket Taker - Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee. Apply here.
- Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for KFC Shift Supervisor in Shakopee. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Shakopee here.
Ok Shakopee! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: By starting with a large fortune. (Thank you Kourtney Z. for sending it in!)
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