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Helping you plan your next adventure in the Twin Cities
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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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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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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Art Shanty Projects 2018
The Art Shanty Projects will pop up on Lake Harriet Jan. 20-Feb. 11 and will feature interactive art, bingo, knitting, choir and more.
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Uniquely Minnesota: Play in the Snow
Check out the unforgettable experiences and attractions that are unique to Minnesota and that capitalize on Mother Nature’s gifts.
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My Twin Cities: Zach Parise
Learn more about NHL all-star and Minnesota native Zach Parise’s love for hockey, the Twin Cities and his growing family.
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Climbing Slippery Slopes
Try ice climbing, an extreme sport unique to the icy terrain found in a Minnesotan winter. Take up some crampons and an ice axe, and you’re ready to hit the frozen cliffs.
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Q&A with Jungle Theater’s Sarah Rasmussen
Artistic director Sarah Rasmussen is bringing one-person plays, music, puppets and new faces to the Jungle Theater in the 2018 season.
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New Year’s Eve 2017-18
To ring in 208, we’ve rounded up 18 of our favorite parties for the family, 18+ and 21+ crowds across Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Kwanzaa in the Twin Cities
Kwanzaa events may not be the easiest to find in the Twin Cities, but with a strong community root, the holiday may once again flourish here.
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“Home for the Holidays” with Minnesota Orchestra
The Minnesota Orchestra welcomes you for the holidays with the world premiere of their show, “Home for the Holidays,” Dec. 21.
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Where to Eat and Park Before a Wild Game
Where to eat and park before a Wild game can be tricky, so check out our guide to make seeing your favorite team stress-free.
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Hanukkah Happenings
Celebrate Hanukkah in Minneapolis and St. Paul at these events for families, young professionals and more.
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Family Friendly Holiday Events
Make the most of the magical holiday season and enjoy these family friendly events.
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Holiday Bakery Treats
Get your baked goodies stress-free this season with this roundup of holiday bakeries.
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Review: “Blithe Spirit” at the Guthrie
“Blithe Spirit” celebrates the farce, delivers humor and indulges in the perfect amount of pettiness at the Guthrie Theater (Nov. 25-Jan. 14).
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Christmas Day Dinner
Eat Christmas Day dinner at restaurants around Minneapolis, St. Paul and Bloomington, and enjoy our choice cuts, buffets and sweet desserts.
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Cheery and Bright: Holiday Light Displays
Make your holidays merry and bright: Tour these eight de-light-ful holiday light displays around the Twin Cities this holiday season.
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Fat Biking Through Minneapolis and St. Paul
Fat biking is a way of life in Minneapolis and St. Paul in the winter. Check out our list of the best trails in the Twin Cities.
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Shop Local with our Holiday Shopping Guide
Shop local for your holiday gift list with our top Minnesota-made picks in apparel, home goods, art and more.
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Eight Holiday Quick Trips
Minneapolis and St. Paul aren’t the only Minnesota cities in the holiday spirit. Explore festivities only a quick trip away in surrounding cities.
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Top 5 Quintessential Twin Cities Holiday Events
Don’t miss out on the biggest and brightest annual holiday events in Minneapolis and St. Paul, beloved by visitors and locals alike.
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Review: “A Christmas Carol” at the Guthrie
“A Christmas Carol” at the Guthrie plays for its 43rd year, but new direction and stellar acting makes for a delightful production once again.
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Snowshoe Season
Try snowshoeing on trails at places like Tamarack Nature Center, Afton State Park and more, or enjoy the quiet of a candlelight trek.
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Review: “Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley”
“Miss Bennet” brings us back to “Pride and Prejudice” for the holidays, but this time Mary is the heroine. See it at Jungle Theater, Nov. 18-Dec. 30.
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