
Trampled by Turtles
with special guests American Aquarium
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DateJuly 18, 2025
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Event Starts7:30 PM
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VenueFine Arts Theatre
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Doors Open1 Hour Prior to Event
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Ticket Prices$39.50 +
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AvailabilityOn Sale Now
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Seating ChartView Seating Chart
Event Details
Trampled by Turtles hail from Duluth, Minnesota, where front man Dave Simonett initially formed the group as a side project in 2003. At the time, Simonett had lost most of his music gear, thanks to a group of enterprising car thieves who'd ransacked his vehicle while he played a show with his previous band. Left with nothing more than an acoustic guitar, he began piecing together a new band, this time taking inspiration from bluegrass, folk, and other genres that didn't rely on amplification. Simonett hadn't played any bluegrass music before, and he filled his lineup with other newcomers to the genre, including fiddler Ryan Young (who'd previously played drums in a speed metal act) and bassist Tim Saxhaug. Along with mandolinist Erik Berry and banjo player Dave Carroll, the group began carving out a fast, frenetic sound that owed as much to rock & roll as bluegrass.
Trampled by Turtles released their first record, Songs from a Ghost Town, in 2004. In a genre steeped in tradition, the album stood out for its contemporary sound, essentially bridging the gap between the bandmates' background in rock music and their new acoustic leanings. Blue Sky and the Devil (2005) and Trouble (2007) explored a similar sound, but it wasn't until 2008 and the band's fourth release, Duluth, that Trampled by Turtles received recognition by the bluegrass community. Duluth peaked at number eight on the Billboard bluegrass chart and paved the way for a number of festival appearances. When Palomino arrived in 2010, it was met with an even greater response, debuting at the top of the bluegrass chart, and remaining in the Top Ten for more than a year. Two years later, their crossover appeal landed them at number 32 on the Billboard 200 pop charts upon the release of their sixth album, Stars and Satellites. In addition to major bluegrass and folk festivals, they began showing up at Coachella, Bumbershoot, and Lollapalooza. The official concert album, Live at First Avenue, followed in 2013, recorded at Minnesota's most famous venue. A year later, the band returned with the darker-toned Wild Animals, which bettered its studio predecessor on the album charts, reaching number 29. Trampled by Turtles’ last two full length albums, Life Is Good on the Open Road (2018) and Alpenglow (2022), both peaked at number 1 on Billboard Bluegrass Chart. Their newest release, EP Always Here, was released earlier in September.
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Doors Open: 6:30pm — Showtime: 7:30pm
Mobile Tickets
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Bag Policy
CLEAR BAG ONLY EVENT
Guests may enter the building with a clear one (1) gallon zipper lock type bag or a clear stadium bag that is not larger than 12" x 12" x 6".
There will be no exceptions.
Examples of accepted bags please visit HERE
Prohibited Items
We will be using walk-thru metal detectors at the request of the promoter.
With additional handheld wand detectors to be used as a secondary form of security.
If you are uncomfortable with using the walk thru metal detector please notify a staff member.
PROHIBITED ITEMS for this event are:
- Bags larger than 12"x12"x6" or non-clear bags
- This includes: Large Purses, Backpacks of any kind, Camera Cases, Diaper Bags, Oversized Tote Bags, Clutches And Fanny Packs.
- Weapons, including pocket knives
- Umbrellas
- Selfie sticks
- Video Cameras, Professional Cameras, IPads
- Binocular Cases
- Outside Food/Beverage and Empty Plastic Water Bottles
Re-Entry will not be allowed 30 minutes prior to the event ending. Guests choosing to exit the arena during that time will not be allowed Re-Entry.
Cash Accepted
We accept various forms of payment throughout our facility.
This includes Cash, credit/debit, and Apple/Google Pay.
Merch Location
Merchandise is available for this event and can be found in the following location:
Theatre Lobby
No Smoking
The Monument is a non-smoking venue.
Smoking or vaping of any kind is prohibited. There are no indoor smoking areas available for guests to use during events.
Parking
Free Parking Available
Lots E1 -E5
Lots A1 - A3
Lots B1-B2
Accessible Parking
Available with an ADA permit on a first come first serve basis.
Lots B1-B2
Lots E1-E2
Lot E4
Parking map available HERE
Directions to The Monument can be found HERE
Seat Locations
Each ticket will have a row and a seat number. Please continue into the theatre to find your seat.
Balcony section can be accessed using the stairs or elevator on the South end of the theatre lobby.
For a map of Theatre Lobby please visit HERE
Guest Services
Our guest services desk is located on the Main Concourse and can assist you with lost and found, directions, wheel chair use, and sensory room access.
Any of The Monument Team Members are here to assist you during the event, please don't hesitate to ask.
Bluepeak Ticket Offices
For ticketing assistance during events please visit the following tickets offices:
Open at 10:00am
Ticket office A
All Bluepeak Ticket Offices will close 10 minutes after the start of the show.
Report an Issue
Your safety and enjoyment of the event is our top priority!
If you notice anything unusual, suspicious, concerning, or have an issue during the event, please don't hesitate to report it immediately.
How to report a problem:
Find the nearest team member of The Monument in a Team Member uniform.
Report the issue at the Guest Services Desk.
Send a message on Facebook to @TheMonumentRC
Email us at info@themonument.live
Call Us 605.394.4115
CLEAR BAG ONLY
CLEAR BAG POLICY IN EFFECT: Guests may enter the building with a clear one (1) gallon zipper lock type bag or a clear stadium bag that is not larger than 12" x 12" x 6". There will be no exceptions. Please review the list of accepted bags HERE
Metal Detectors will be used during this event.
Service Fees
Prices are those paid online. Fees are less at the box office when purchasing in person. It does not reflect service & handling fees if purchasing by phone or online.
Order Limitations
Orders or combinations of orders by the same person, account, address and/or credit card in excess of order limitations for one event, may be cancelled without notice. This includes tickets ordered through presales. Service charges or other fees associated with costs incurred by the building may be retained. When placing an order, please use your existing account and do not create a new account to ensure that your ticket purchases are linked to your one and only account, as to not have the accounts flagged as a fraudulent account.