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Helping you plan your next adventure in the Twin Cities
Ten Runs, Two Months
Run the sweetest 5K around, conquer inflatable obstacles and more this spring. Plus, as a bonus, check out five of our favorite St. Patrick's Day runs.
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Minefaire Twin Cities
Minefaire, the nation's No. 1 event for Minecraft, takes over the Saint Paul RiverCentre March 17-18.
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Food and Wine Experience 2018
Spend this weekend tasting delicious food, fine wines and specialty beers with Minnesota Monthly at Target Field, March 3-4.
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LuckyPalooza 2018
St. Paul rolls out the green carpet for its week-long St. Patrick's Day extravaganza, complete with LuckyPalooza, St. Patrick's Day Parade, Irish Celebration and more.
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A House Fit for “Hamlet”
This March, Wayward Theatre Co. is bringing their production of “Hamlet” to one of St. Paul's grandest and most historic houses: the James J. Hill House.
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Swing Dancing in the Twin Cities
Check out these swing dance locations with lessons, dances and events for everyone.
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Twin Cities Dessert Destinations
Satisfy your sweet tooth cravings with these delectable dessert places in the Twin Cities.
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10 Interesting Facts About the Twin Cities
School is in session.
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Riders Cup 2018 at Hyland Hills
Think Red Bull Crashed Ice except by riders, for riders. Back-to-back ice cross champion and Minnesota local Cameron Naasz tells us what to expect at this year's only U.S. Riders Cup Feb. 22 at Hyland Hills in Bloomington.
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Experiencing Minnesota Nice
The classic “Minnesota nice” phrase reaps real-life benefits for locals and visitors alike.
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The Minnesota Zoo Tropical Beach Party
The Minnesota Zoo Tropical Beach Party runs Feb. 17 through March 11 and gets visitors out of the cold and into the tropics.
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Your New Weekend Plans: The Cafe Meow
Minnesota's first cat cafe opens Feb. 16 with 10 feline friends and a selection of teas, coffees and treats to choose from.
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“The Humans” Visit Orpheum Theatre
A one act play that explores the mundane, trials and comedy of family life, “The Humans” is a must-see show with a great family message through Feb. 18 at the Orpheum.
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“Dancing with Giants” Shows the Fight Outside the Ring
David Feldshuh’s world premiere of “Dancing with Giants” (Feb. 7-24) introduces a third character in the rivalry between Max Schmeling and Joe Louis: Joe Jacobs, Schmeling’s Jewish boxing manager.
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Juicy Lucy Joints
Chow down on the local favorite.
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Telling Your Story
With upcoming pieces at the Minnesota History Theatre and Southern Theater, artists aren’t finding pieces that show a perspective they relate to—they’re sharing their own perspective to those who will listen.
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Italian Restaurants for Valentine's Day
What other cuisine is almost synonymous with the Day of Love?
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Wingin' It at the Amateur Snow Sculpting Contest
Exploring the Vulcan Snow Park and its snow sculptures is one of the best ways to end winter, but making a snow sculpture for it is even better. See the state and amateur sculptures through Feb. 11.
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Celebrating Valentine's Day in the Twin Cities
Date ideas featuring comedy, ice cream, cooking classes and more around Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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St. Paul Super Slide
The St. Paul Super Slide presented by Securian at CHS Field takes riders on a 40-foot drop spread over 130 feet for a frozen run in the heart of downtown.
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What to Expect at the Super Bowl Experience
Three things to expect, two things two know and the big takeaway from the Super Bowl Experience Driven by Genesis.
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Super Bowl Sports Bar Bonanza
Grab some friends and pull up a stool — it's game time in the Twin Cities. If you're not one of the lucky few going to watch the game live at US Bank Stadium, check out one of these local sports bars
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Ease on Down the Road to “The Wiz”
A partnership between Children's Theatre Co. and Penumbra creates a “Wiz” that is bursting with jubilee and talent, Jan. 23-March 18.
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The Super Bowl Bucket List
21 must-do activities to make the most of your visit to Minneapolis and St. Paul in the days leading up to and following Super Bowl Sunday
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Super Bowl Set Up
Take a stroll down Nicollet Mall and get an inside peek at all the work going on behind the scenes to prepare for Super Bowl LII and Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon.
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Fogo de Chão Expansion
Fogo de Chao has expanded by more than 100 seats, making it one of the best stops for happy hour or for that special dinner before the show.
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Tacos & Tequila After Dark
Join the party for taco lovers, tequila aficionados, salsa dancers and anyone who wants a good time, Jan. 31 at Minneapolis Marriott Southwest Hotel.
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St. Paul Chef Experience
At the outdoor St. Paul Chef Experience Jan. 29, the chefs of Revival, Octobar and Saint Dinette will be cooking over an open fire, so it'll be just like camping except a million times more delicious.
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Snow Sculpting Extravaganza
The more snow the merrier in preparation for the annual Minnesota State Snow Sculpting Competition Jan. 26-28 at the Saint Paul Winter Carnival.
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Red Bull Crashed Ice 2018
Red Bull Crashed Ice 2018 slides its way into downtown St. Paul Jan. 19-20. Don't miss out on the action-packed weekend with some of the best skaters in the world.
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