Otsego

Otsego's live-music scene leans local and relaxed, with many residents driving to Elk River or Albertville for a bigger night out. Two spots inside the city carry the music calendar. Rockwoods pairs live music with an indoor-outdoor space and a north-woods atmosphere. The outdoor patio draws crowds in summer, with live music on Wednesday evenings and bonfire events. Admission is free, with music held in the bar or on the patio depending on weather. Past acts at Rockwoods have included tribute acts such as Hairball and Back in Black. Pour Wine Bar and Bistro is a family-owned spot offering a full menu, full bar, and live music, with American cuisine built around locally sourced ingredients. Guests can catch occasional live music, open mic nights, and wine dinners. The room runs quieter and more intimate than Rockwoods, suited to a dinner-and-drinks crowd.