Minneapolis, St. Paul and the greater metro area have some of the most noteworthy Middle Eastern cuisine you’ll find in the Midwest. No matter the region or cuisine — from shawarma and kebabs to flatbreads and bagels — one is likely to find it here in Minnesota.
Here are 12 of the best spots for Middle Eastern food.
This festival was created in 1950 in Waseca and continues to entertain young and old. Miss Waseca County Sleigh & Cutter reigns over all events including the parade. Horse owners from around the state bring magnificent horses of every type imaginable to Waseca for the parade down State Street. Only animal powered units and riders are allowed. Sleighs, cutters, bobsleds and many types of wagons and buggies can be seen.
Forts! Build Your Own Adventure
An interactive experience! Pull back the curtains and there you are—surrounded by old sofas, crazy lampshades, piles of blankets, and towering towers of cardboard boxes! It’s like the coolest attic you’ve ever seen, where everything’s up for grabs. Use whatever you want to build…whatever you want—the tallest fort, the longest fort, tons of cozy little forts… Quick, someone hands you a flashlight—what will you do? In Forts! you make it all happen.
Buy Native! Join us at the MPLS American Indian Center to support Indigenous arts. There will be artisans, designers and makers including a live paint performance and activities for the kids. Gatherings Cafe will be open both days.
Home & Outdoor Living Expo 2026
at the Willmar Civic Center
Free Admission
Friday, April 10th from 3-7 PM
Saturday, April 11th from 9 AM – 3 PM
Why Attend?
A community that continues to grow within Minnesota, yet is sometimes overshadowed by other cuisines, is the South Asian dining scene. From Nepal to Pakistan, here are 12 spots where you'll find spectacular food from the region.
Everyone's favorite Dog Show is BACK and better than ever! More than 1,200 canines in 197 breeds will compete for American Kennel Club (AKC) awards when Land O'Lakes Kennel Club presents its annual Dog Show at Saint Paul RiverCentre Friday-Sunday, January 2-4, 2026.
Imagine dogs of all breeds, sizes and ages gathered under the same roof for three days! You can experience all the furry cuteness, impressive agility and loveable spirits here at this show. Fun elements of the event include:
January 10th 6pm We return to Utepils Brewing Company with NLW Taproom Brawl 2….We will have a action Packed night of Great Wrestling and Great BeerAlso Bad Rooster Truck will be serving up some amazing food.Scheduled to appear:Utepils Champion King of Panda Style Erik OnlyNLW Tag Champions The SummitThe Family Drew Dillon,
Help Utepils Brewing bring in the New Year with a European twist!
We will be having two countdowns celebrating the Munich countdown at 5:00PM and the London countdown at 6:00PM.
We will have a celebratory cheers at each countdown with a beer to match.
Beer Poking will be available outside at our fire pit!
Embrace winter by celebrating cross-country skiing at the Minnesota Nordic Ski Opener! Skiers of all abilities and ages are invited to kick off winter with free skiing, free ski rental equipment and free mini lessons. Participate in the group skiing with routes for the whole family and check out the Nordic Market with representatives from Nordic ski suppliers, resorts, retailers and clubs.
Nordic Ski Market
