Every great adventure deserves a souvenir, and Minneapolis-St. Paul’s gift shops are stocked full of treasures that represent the state and the makers within it. Whether you need a handcrafted ornament, a jar of locally made jam, or a cheeky mug with a blue ox, these shops have 10,000 lakes worth of goodies for every quirky, nostalgic or practical whim.
There’s no better place to be right before Christmas than at Dakota with Andrew Walesch
Join us for our 30th Anniversary of our Lutefisk Dinner. Come enjoy an evening of fellowship, laughter, and delicious food of Lutefisk, Meatballs, Lefse, and more!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Santa is excited to return to Split Rock Lighthouse this holiday season! Stop by and visit with Santa on Saturday, December 13, and Sunday, December 14, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Children ages 5–17 receive free admission both days. Adults can also explore the lighthouse grounds for free by bringing a donation for the Silver Bay Veterans Home — see the giving guide below for details.
Rochester Chamber Music Society presents Oratorio, Concerto, and Suite on Saturday, December 6, 7:30 pm at Christ United Methodist Church in Rochester.
The Ninebark Ensemble returns with another joyous program to start our holiday celebration! Joining in this concert is mezzo-soprano Sahar Hassan to sing selections from Part One of Handel’s Messiah. Also in the program is a keyboard concerto by Bach and St. Paul’s Suite by Holst.
Join award-winning architect, James Garrett Jr., for a uniquely Minnesota story of family, community, and Black architectural excellence.
“infectious as hell… passionate” – City Pages
After five years in the making, Nicholas David is celebrating his first vinyl release: More Than Music.
The St. Paul singer/songwriter has been making music from the heart, for the heart for nearly thirty years. Like the mighty Mississippi River, David’s musical journey rocks n’ rolls like a cosmic current. Here, his music has taken him from coast to coast and across the pond.
New Ulm is the OG when it comes to Shopping Openers! Lots of towns have been getting in on the action in recent years, but we've been hosting our shopping opener since before boutique shopping was cool.
While some are deer hunting, shoppers are hunting in New Ulm for the best finds! Check out our annual Shopping Opener in New Ulm, November 7-9, 2025.
Shoppers make it a tradition to kick off the shopping season here in New Ulm. Eat, stay, shop, and play! The New Ulm Specialty Shops have joined together for open houses, tasty treats, events, and more.
Kenni Holmen is one of the most active recording and touring musicians from the Twin Cities area. He performed and recorded with many local, national and international artists over his thirty-year career.
A regional favorite, String Ties are a loveable bluegrass band bringing Christmas cheer to the HBP Theater stage!This quintet includes the talents of Dan Sebranek, Wayne Beezley, Dedrick Benz, Betsy Neil and Rick Sampson. String Ties perform an annual series of holiday shows all around the Coulee region, and have become a holiday tradition for many to attend and enjoy.We’re thrilled to make them part of the holiday season with the Highway 61 series!
