KFAN Power Trip Celebrates 25 Years

The Twin Cities morning show marked its anniversary with a free three-hour event at Treasure Island Casino.

Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Casino

Empty stage with a single microphone stand under warm amber spotlights in a large casino event hall, rows of chairs fading into darkness. — KFAN's Power Trip Morning Show marked its 25th anniversary Thursday with a free three-hour event at Treasure Island Casino, where nearly 2,800 fans signed up before tickets sold out. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

KFAN-FM's Power Trip Morning Show held its 25th anniversary event Thursday at Treasure Island Casino. Nearly 2,800 fans signed up before the free tickets sold out.

Why it matters

The milestone event drew a large local audience to a casino venue, reflecting the show's long-running presence in the Minneapolis market. It also highlights how regional radio programs use live events to connect with listeners.

The 25-year milestone and nearly 2,800 pre-event sign-ups mark the show's longevity and audience demand. Attendance beyond the sign-up count was not reported.

The players

KFAN-FM

KFAN-FM is a Twin Cities radio station that broadcasts the Power Trip Morning Show.

Chris Hawkey

Chris Hawkey is one of the co-hosts of the Power Trip Morning Show on KFAN-FM.

The details

Hosts Chris Hawkey, Cory Cove and Paul Lambert performed on stage, spending the first third of the event trading verbal jabs before turning much of the time over to guests. Guests included Mark Parrish, Justin Conzemius, Parker Fox and Marney Gellner, while comedians Chad Daniels and Kelsey Cook also performed; Mark Rosen and Mike Morris were absent.

Thursday, November 5, 2026: 25th anniversary event held at Treasure Island Casino, lasting three hours.

Season Trajectory

Live anniversary events are a recurring way local morning shows keep their audiences engaged over decades. This event follows that pattern in the Twin Cities market.

Listeners who signed up could attend the free event, which was limited to registered fans before tickets sold out. The show's live appearances remain tied to its on-air audience in the Twin Cities.

The takeaway

Long-running local shows often rely on live events to reward listeners and build community. Following your favorite regional programs on-air or through their event announcements is a practical way to get access to these gatherings.