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Helping you plan your next adventure in the Twin Cities
Order a Drink at 13 Minneapolis Cocktail Hotspots
Cocktails have been taking on a new life in Minneapolis. Here are 13 of our favorite spots that bring the flavors and the hospitality.
Brewery Biking Tours
Bar hop around the Twin Cities via bike to see the sights of our cities and imbibe tasty brews at local craft breweries along the way.
Open Dancing Venues and Lessons
If you have to get footloose, hop, stomp or waltz into the night at these dancing venues in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Kick off your Sunday shoes and grab your oxfords, cowboy boots or cha-cha heels for a heel-clicking good time.
Stroll Through 10 of Our Favorite Twin Cities Gardens
Roses, tropical plants, day lilies, waterfalls and more can be found at 10 Twin Cities garden favorites.
Twin Cities Bed and Breakfasts
From mouth-watering breakfasts to cozy & inviting atmospheres, these 5 Twin Cities bed & breakfasts have everything you need for a charming getaway.
Rooftop Dining in the Twin Cities
As summer streets get crazy with traffic, escape the chaos and elevate your dining experience with a meal at one of these rooftop restaurants.
Bollywood Dance in the Twin Cities
Join Bollywood Dance Scene in Minneapolis for carefree, creative dance lessons and social events
A Taste of the Minnesota Orchestra
The Minnesota Orchestra 2017-18 Season Sampler is a night full of Tchaikovsky, Harry Potter, Beethoven and more to get you excited for a diverse upcoming season.
Wheel Fun Rentals
Wheel Fun Rentals gets locals and visitors biking, paddling and boating around six Twin Cities parks.
Minneapolis Aquatennial, July 19 – 22
Get out and experience all the activities that celebrate the wonderful city of Minneapolis during the Aquatennial July 19-22.
Top Twin Cities Patios to Savor This Summer
Savor the fleeting warmer weather by dining outside. These Twin Cities patios and decks, both new and old, make summer an eating adventure.
Five Must-Visit Farmers Markets in the Twin Cities
Looking for the perfect local market to visit this summer? Check out our top five picks for must-visit farmers markets in the Twin Cities.
What to See, Sip & Eat Before The Basilica Block Party
Get ready to rock out at the “holiest” night of music, The Basilica Block Party, at Loring Park in Minneapolis on July 7 and 8.
Free Events with Minneapolis’ Grown-Up Club
The Grown-Up Club hosts monthly events for fun in the Twin Cities all year round, including this month’s Capture the Flag meet up.
Bike and Coffee Shops on Twin Cities Trails
Experience speed like never before with this biking coffee shop tour. These coffee shops cater to bikers, supplying both coffee and biking equipment.
Watch the Dragon Boats Race in St. Paul
Dragon boats take to Lake Phalen in St. Paul this July for the Pan-Asian Dragon Festival.
Top 4 Mini Golf Courses in the Twin Cities
Take a swing at these four unique mini golf courses in the Twin Cities area.
Take a Day Trip to a Minnesota Pizza Farm
Farm-fresh ingredients loaded on top of a wood-fired pizza, surrounded by the Minnesota countryside—does it get any better than that?
Explore Minneapolis’ Bryn Mawr Neighborhood
Located just outside of downtown Minneapolis, Bryn Mawr has a friendly, small-town feel with neighborhood restaurants and shops on nearly every corner.
Twin Cities Daytime Date Ideas
Two lovebirds can tackle these two cities, hand-in-hand, using these daytime date ideas to get out in the sun.
Painting Playdate
You’re never too young or old to embrace your creative side and paint a canvas or pottery at these art studios in the Twin Cities.
Twin Cities Thrifty Traveler-Summer Edition
Experience the wonders of the Twin Cities in the best way possible—for free! Follow our weeklong schedule filled with free summer activities.
Top 5 Public Cruises in the Twin Cities
Experience Lake Minnetonka and the Mississippi River like never before with the top 5 public cruise lines in the Twin Cities.
Summer in the Twin Cities Events Roundup
From live music to festivals, the Twin Cities are buzzing with events this summer. See what’s happening from July through Labor Day with our events roundup.
Twin Cities Ice Cream Shops
We all scream for ice cream. Scream no more, instead lick local with these unique Twin Cities ice cream shops.
Fourth of July Events
Celebrate Fourth of July at these festive events throughout Minneapolis, St. Paul and the surrounding suburbs.
Summer Date Nights in Minneapolis
Dine, drink and discover the city of Minneapolis with these summer date night ideas that are perfect for any pair.
FlyOver Canada at the Mall of America
Experience the natural beauty of Canada without having to buy a passport with the FlyOver Canada tour at the Mall of America.
Play a Round of FootGolf this Summer in the Twin Cities
Try putting a hole-in-one with the new game that’s sweeping the nation. FootGolf is a golf-soccer hybrid that is the perfect game for the summer.
In-Depth Look at the Fogo de Chão Renovation
Enjoy everything you love about Fogo de Chão in a newly redesigned interior in downtown Minneapolis with the same Brazilian steakhouse culinary experience.