Target Field concession workers strike during sold-out Noah Kahan concert

The Brief More than 500 concessions workers at Target Field intend to hold a one-day strike on Aug. 5, which coincides with a sold-out concert held by Noah Kahan. Parent company Delaware North says the show will remain fully staffed with replacement workers for the show. Target Field workers strikeWhat we know:Since Jan. 1, 2026, Delaware North workers at Target Field have been negotiating for a new collective contract as members represented by UNITE HERE Local 17, Minnesota’s hospitality workers’ union. Meanwhile, Delaware North, the company that manages concession stands at Target Field, said the venue will be fully staffed with replacement workers for Noah Kahan's show. Minnesota Sportservice LLC is a Delaware North subsidiary that runs concessions at Target Field.