The Ethiopian Student Association Presents

Bound by Land: 29th Annual Cultural Show

Archived Past Event
May 29, 2026
Carlson Family Stage
Advisory:
All Attendees Must Be 18+; No Bags Allowed; Be Aware of Road Construction & Traffic Alerts
The backview of a man in a coat and hat looking across a split landscape for city on the left and desert on the right.

The Ethiopian Student Association at the University of Minnesota is proud to present its 29th annual cultural showcase, Bound by Land. This special event invites community members to celebrate and explore the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia.

This year's show is like no other. Inspired by an Ethiopian movie, Bound by Land brings to life a story of ambition, love and what truly matters. ESA is excited to showcase Ethiopian culture and can’t wait to see you there!

Free for UMN students with U Card; registration required.

 

*Alert: All attendees must be 18+ and will be required to show a valid government-issued ID to enter the building. No bags larger than a small purse will be allowed. 

Know Before You Go

Event Information

  • Building Doors Open at East Ground Level for Security Screening: 4 p.m.
  • Bistro & Concessions: Closed
  • Theater Doors Open: 4 p.m.
  • Event Begins: 5 p.m.
  • Duration: Approximately 3 hours
  • Advisory: All attendees must be 18+
  • Seating: General Admission

Ticket Policies

  • All attendees must have a ticket to attend the event.
  • Ticket purchases in person at the Box Office are cash or credit card only; mobile devices can not be used to purchase tickets.
  • *UMN student tickets are free. Present U Card at the Box Office to get a student ticket.
  • Tickets purchased online: Check the email you provided when you placed your order to locate your digital ticket. Be sure to check your spam or junk mail folders if you do not see them.
  • Detailed Event Information: Find Your Event Info link on your order confirmation or check your email within 24 hours for detailed information from Northrop, UMN

If you need assistance with your tickets, please call 612-624-2345, email umntix@umn.edu.

Event Policies

  • All attendees must have a ticket to attend the event.
  • Ticket purchases in person at the Box Office are cash or credit card only; mobile devices can not be used to purchase tickets.
  • UMN student tickets are free. Present U Card to enter with a student ticket.
  • All attendees must have a physical driver's license or other government-issued photo ID and present that ID to security at the building entrance. (A U Card will not work as an ID.)
  • All attendees will pass through a security check that will include metal detectors.
  • No bags allowed. There is no bag check.
  • Read all Northrop policies.
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Disclaimer

The University of Minnesota is not endorsing or sponsoring the activities conducted by the presenter(s) of this event on the University of Minnesota campus. The presenter(s) of this event are a Registered Student Organization and are independent from the University of Minnesota.