Chain and boutique hotels, from family friendly to luxurious, abound in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. You'll also find bed & breakfasts, campgrounds, vacation homes and other accommodations to suit your travel style.
Throughout Minnesota, sports lovers can find plenty of events to participate in or cheer on from the sidelines. Whether you're looking for something that's competitive or just for fun, check out these statewide sporting events.
From Prince to The Replacements, Minnesota has boasted one of the Midwest's best music scenes for decades.
Events around the state make it easy to celebrate Minnesota's history, cultural traditions and diverse peoples. Gather round to witness a Native American powwow and learn about indigenous tribes. Discover the state's Nordic heritage at the Scandinavian Hjemkomst Festival in Moorhead. Raise a glass during Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the Twin Cities or during Oktoberfest in New Ulm.
Food is a key part of the culture, from Minnesota's biggest cities to its tiniest towns. Whether you're interested in fresh seasonal flavors, local favorites, elaborate chef tastings or something handcrafted to sip and savor, there's a Minnesota food and drink event to satisfy your palate.
Throughout the year, communities around the state celebrate with fun-filled (and often food-filled) festivals and fairs. Among the music fests, cultural celebrations, crowd-pleasing fairs and more, you'll find everything from the quirky to the quintessential.
From performing arts to museum exhibits, Minnesota has earned its reputation as a world-class arts destination. The state's major performing arts venues, community theaters, art museums and studio spaces host everyone from local artisans to big-name national acts and international stars.
Minnesota has several Native American-owned casinos throughout the state, some of which feature golf courses and concert venues that attract big-name entertainers. For racing action, head to Canterbury Park horse-racing track and Running Aces Harness Park, both in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.
Whether your ride has two wheels or four, Minnesota boasts thousands of trails to meet any skill level and desire, from flat and open for beginners to winding trails that will challenge even the most experienced riders. Get ready to head off-road for adrenaline-pumping ATV and dirt bike rides through state forests, in former mining areas, along old railroad lines and beyond.
Bald eagles, elk, timber wolves and beyond: Minnesota is an ideal place for viewing birds and other majestic wildlife in their natural habitats. Check out these upcoming events to join like-minded lookers and experience the state’s incredible diversity of fauna.