Jesse Welles Returns to First Avenue for a Two Night Run, March 12th and 13th

On March 12 and 13, 2026, Jesse Welles bring his Under the Powerlines tour to First Avenue in Minneapolis for a two-night run in the Mainroom.

Welles was in town last year as part of the Farm Aid concert, where his stripped-down set cut through a stacked lineup. Even in a large outdoor setting, his performance felt focused and direct. This time around, with back-to-back headlining nights at First Avenue, there’s more space for his songs to breathe and for the audience to settle into them.

Welles has built his following on thoughtful, plainspoken songwriting. His sound leans folk, but there’s an undercurrent of grit in both his voice and his lyrics. He tends to write about everyday situations in a way that makes them feel heavier and more considered.

First Avenue is the kind of room where that approach works. It’s big enough to feel electric but intimate enough that quieter moments don’t get lost. Welles doesn’t rely on elaborate production; the focus stays on the songs. Over two nights, fans can expect a set that balances intensity with restraint, and maybe a few shifts in the setlist between shows.

Opening both nights is SG Goodman, a Kentucky native whose music is rooted in Americana. Her songs reflect the landscape and culture she comes from rural, reflective, and grounded in lived experience.

Goodman blends folk and country influences with a modern edge. Her writing explores identity and community without overstatement, and her voice carries a steady, quiet strength. She’s a fitting match for Welles another artist who lets the songwriting do most of the work.

With two chances to catch the show on March 12 and 13, this run at First Avenue looks like a strong stop on Welles’ 2026 schedule especially for listeners who prefer substance over spectacle.

If you want tickets to the show, you can find them here!