Thanks for coming to GINOPALOOZA 2026!
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How to get there...
From Hwy 100, take the Excelsior Blvd exit and turn right onto Excelsior Blvd. At the 2nd light take a right (south) onto Wooddale Ave.
The house is on the left:
4371 Wooddale Ave, SLP, MN 55424.
(612) 747-9545
Where to park...
Please note that parking is not available on either side of Wooddale Avenue, so guests are encouraged to Uber, carpool, bike, or walk if possible.
If you do need to drive, you can find parking on 43 1/2 Street, 44th Street, Browndale Ave, Brook Ave S, Coolidge Ave, Dart Avenue or Morningside Rd.
What to eat...
For the 3rd year in a row, Lion's Fire pizza will be provided!
Lion’s Fire is a nonprofit mobile wood-fired pizza venture that serves “pizza with a purpose.” It provides catering for gatherings and events while creating employment, training, mentoring, and relationship-building opportunities for female student athletes in North Minneapolis.
Through its events, Lion’s Fire helps young women gain real-world work experience, confidence, and community support. https://www.lionsfirempls.com/
Pizza is free and donations are welcomed.
FAQ's...
What happens if it rains? Check back to this site (www.ginopalooza.com) for updates regarding rain/weather.
Is the event BYOB? Beer (sponsored by Hilltop restaurant), water, soda and cocktail drinks will be provided. If you prefer wine or something else special, bring some to share!
Are bathrooms provided? Two outdoor porta-poties will be on-site outside by the sport court.
Is seating provided? Limited seating is available on the deck and sport court areas. Bring a blanket if you want to sit on the grass.
Sound protection? What? (kidding). It's a live music event, so feel free to bring earplugs if you are sensitive to loud music.
Can I bring a friend? You can bring friends, but know that we have a maximum amount of people that we can handle, so if you are bringing friends/family, please include them in the count when you RSVP.
Can children attend? The gathering is intended for teenagers and adults of all ages.
Does it cost any money to attend? No. Donations are welcomed and appreciated and can be made via Venmo QR code.
Are there opportunities to volunteer/help with the event? Absolutely. Please contact Gino at gino@me.com if interested.
Will Twin Star Rocket merchandise be on sale? Of course! T-shirts (two colors), baseball caps and stickers will be available.
What time will the live music end? Live music will wrap up by 9:30 pm
About the event...
Ginopalooza is a backyard band party hosted at the Giovannelli's, bringing friends together for a night of live music, fun, and community. The event began as a creative way to celebrate Gino’s 40th birthday when his wife asked what he wanted and he said, “I want to make music with my friends, for all of my friends.”
From that simple idea, Ginopalooza was born and went on to run another 5 years. After a brief hiatus, the event returned stronger than ever in 2024. This year marks the 8th Ginopalooza since it first began in August 2006.
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