City Pages Cocktailian Discount Tickets

December 4, 2018 by Leave a Comment


I just love festive holiday events, especially when I get the chance to go on a much-needed date with my husband. If you’re looking for an opportunity to get out and enjoy some fun and flavor, one option is the local City Pages Cocktailian event. It takes place at Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel this Thursday, December 6th at 7 pm. Grab your discount tickets via Goldstar to save 50% on admission.

It’s an evening full of festivity, fun and flavor, as City Pages Cocktailian returns for another year of craft cocktails, fine spirits and tantalizing tastes from local restaurants. Local and national distilleries and wineries will have examples of their best products and you’ll have the opportunity to indulge in 20+ premium samples from the Twin Cities and beyond. Educational demos by local mixologists, restaurant sampling and a live music performance will round out the experience. Party season is starting, and this is a great way to kick off the festivities and discover the best spirits to stock up your bar, or stuff the stockings of any cocktail enthusiasts in your life.

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Ice Skating With Santa

December 4, 2018 by Leave a Comment

We found several Ice Skating with Santa events for 2018, and decided to share all of them.  If you know of one that we’ve missed please let us know and we can add it.  Some of the events are free and others have a small admission.  Click on the town for more information regarding each event.

December 9th:  Lakeville

December 15th:  Maple Grove, Edina

December 16th:  Elk River 

December 22rd:  Blaine

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Winter Nights & Lights Festival & Parade in St. Cloud

December 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment

This Thursday begins the 18th annual Winter Nights & Lights Festival & Parade in St. Cloud.  The fun takes place over the course of three days, December 6th-8th.  You can find the schedule and information here on their event page.

  • Parade
  • Free Music
  • Free Carnival Rides
  • Games, Prizes and Fun for all ages

Join us Downtown St. Cloud for the 18th Annual Winter Nights and Lights Festival and Parade. We will have a FREE Family Friendly Concert featuring Brat Pack Radio at the River’s Edge Convention Center Friday night, free carnival rides all weekend, a presentation of the North Star Sled Dogs and Professional Musher Friday afternoon, Winter Wonderland at Lake George Saturday, Hot Cocoa Bar on Saturday, also, and the Winter Nights and Lights Parade Saturday at 5 PM!

 

 

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Winter in the Village

December 2, 2018 by Leave a Comment

The St. Anthony Winter in the Village takes place this Friday evening, December 7th from 4-8pm. A family friendly event with lot’s of great activities to participate in.  A horse drawn trolley ride is always a favorite, sign up for a ride time at the St. Anthony Eye Clinic during the event.  With the new snow, it will make the evening even more festive and a chance to enjoy an evening of fun.  More information can be found here on the event FB page.

Join us at the annual Winter in the Village Celebration at the St. Anthony Village Shops.
Take a free Horse Drawn Trolley Ride
Join in the Happy Feet Scavenger Hunt @ participating merchants
Prizes!
Paint a Mini Masterpiece @ Cheers, Pablo
Try a taste of local & regional food at Annona Gourmet
Have some Tea @ TeaSource
Indoor Snowball Fights @ Fitness Crossroad (for the little ones!)
Craft Corner & Face Painting @ Fitness Crossroad
Hop on the Holiday Bus and vote for your favorite holiday decorated house. Sponsored by the St. Anthony Chamber of Commerce
Fire Pits and S’mores in the parking lot!
Free Hot Chocolate courtesy of Step by Step
Most activities are free however some may have a minimal charge for materials.

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Northfield’s Winter Walk

December 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Walking in a winter wonderland, When it snows ain’t it thrilling, Walking in a winter wonderland… yes it’s Northfield’s 20th Annual Winter Walk.  Taking place Thursday evening from 5-9pm.  Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Carolers, Model Train Display, Santa, Frosty the Snowman and more.  Fun for all ages. Check out the schedule here.

Celebrate WiNTER downtown Northfield. Come downtown early to watch the parade, beginning at Family Fare. Talk to Santa and his helpers. Stop in all the shops to see their holiday specials, Sing along with the many carolers. See the trains at the library. Ride the horse-drawn wagons. Count the lights. Find the hidden snowflake. Don’t let the weather keep you inside, for it’s only once a year!

Winter Walk is set to take place on the evening of December 6th, in downtown Northfield. Visitors can wander through our unique shops and enjoy beautifully decorated storefront window displays. There will be horse-drawn carriages ready to take you for a short ride, carolers strolling through downtown along with thousands of twinkling lights to guide your path!

Santa Claus and his elves will be making an appearance as well as Frosty the Snowman and Rudolf the Rednose Reindeer! We hope you will join us, as we usher in the holiday season with this fun and festive event.Winter Walk in Northfield

 

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Grand Meander on Grand Avenue in St. Paul – Saturday, December 1st

November 30, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Grand Meander is an annual opportunity to stroll along Grand Avenue in St. Paul and enjoy the communal spirit of the holidays.

Pick out your Christmas tree, have breakfast with Santa, hear carolers meander from store to store, and hop on a classic trolley and ride the 20-block length of Grand Ave – See more at: http://www.grandave.com/events/grand-meander#sthash.pUnRSq2E.dpuf

Enjoy breakfast with Santa, hear carolers meander from store to store, hop on the trolley for a free ride, and more!

It’s this Saturday, December 1st from 8:30 am – 5 pm.

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LAZER LIGHT Tubing at Powder Ridge

November 30, 2018 by Leave a Comment

The dates for LAZER LIGHT Tubing at Powder Ridge have been announced, this also means advance tickets can be purchased.  Each event typically sells out, so buying soon is suggested.

You can choose from dates starting the end of December through March.  Check your calendars and find a date to enjoy some fun on the hill.  For those not familiar, Powder Ridge is located in central MN between St. Cloud and Kimball.

Join us for one or all of our Lazer Light Tubing events!

Tube with the lights off while lazers, strobes and flashing lights cover the hill. Each tuber receives a glow stick with their ticket. The fire pit will be burning and music will be playing. Our concession stand will be open with hot dogs, chips, popcorn, hot cocoa and more.

Snowtubing at Powder Ridge is a great family or group activity. Snowtubing requires no special skill or equipment, only warm clothes and a desire to have fun. We supply the tubes and you supply the laughs, screams and smiles.

Tickets are $22/person for 2 hours. Advance online purchase required. Please purchase tickets soon as these events tend to sell out fast!

December 28th & 29th
January 11th & 12th
January 25th & 26th
February 8th & 9th
February 22rd & 23th
March 1st & 2nd

Tickets can be purchased here on their website.

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Folkways of the Holidays

November 29, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Folkways by Candlelight

Folkways of the Holidays is taking place at the Landing in Shakopee.  A great way to step back in time for the holiday season, experience what it used to be like in the 19th century. The event begins December 1st and then on various dates after that through December 23rd. If you prefer an evening event, then the Folkways by Candlelight takes place on December 14th.

Discover the holiday traditions of 19th-century Minnesotans. Watch folk art performances, ride a horse-drawn trolley, and tour homes with culturally-distinct decorations and crafts. Dress for the weather. Great for scouts working on badge requirements.

$8 ages 18-64
$5 ages 2-17 and 65+
Children under 2 free.

Children 17 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Candle Flame

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Christmas in the Village at Dakota City

November 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment

http://www.dakotacity.org/events/christmas-in-the-village/

It’s time for Christmas in the Village, at Dakota City.  Located inside the Dakota County Fairgrounds, in Farmington.  It takes place the first two weekends in December.  Some of the activities include:  Holiday lights, Demonstrations, Trolley Rides, Silent Film, Make and Take Ornaments, Children’s Castle Theater Performance of A Christmas Carol.  Fun for all ages at this historic village.

(Weather permitting)

Dec. 1, 2, 8 & 9,
Hours: 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Saturday & Sunday   **December 9 Hours are 1:00-7:30 pm.

$7.00 – 13 and up
$4.00 – 4 thru 12
Free – 3 and under
Trolley rides are free with paid admission.
Location
Dakota City Heritage Village
4008 220th Street W
Farmington, MN 55024
Cash and checks only at gate. Purchase tickets online with credit or debit cards via PayPal here. No PayPal account required.

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens will be the theme throughout the village this year. The horse-drawn trolley will transport you through the village streets as you explore the traditions of Christmas 1900s style. Join in the caroling, warm yourself by an inviting wood-burning stove, delight in the demonstrations of woodworking, blacksmithing, printmaking and holiday cooking as our villagers prepare for Christmas. As a special treat, a presentation of A Christmas Carol will be featured in the Fire Hall by Children’s Castle Theater. Two performances each day will be given at 4:30pm and 6:30pm. Before you leave, don’t forget to visit St. Nicholas!

Christmas in the Village is a community favorite, an annual event you won’t want to miss!

You are welcome to drive through the Village any evening during the month of December to enjoy the buildings illuminated with holiday lights.

For more information contact the Dakota City Heritage Village office at 651-460-8050, or email [email protected]

Dakota City

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Old Fashioned Holiday at the Holz Farm

November 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment

We always enjoy the events at the Holz Farm in Eagan.  The Old Fashioned Holiday takes place on December 2rd.  A free event for the entire family.  It’s an old fashioned holiday, 1940’s style with lot’s of great outdoor activities.   Dress for the weather. The full schedule and more information can be found here on their website.

Old Fashioned Holiday at Holz Farm
Sunday, December 2nd
Noon – 3:30 p.m.

Gather the family and celebrate the holidays 1940’s style with an old fashioned holiday experience at Holz Farm Park. Remember a simpler time of singing carols by the fire, making s’mores, the smell of cookies baking, hot cider and spending time together. Bundle up with warm winter gear and enjoy a winter hayride and outdoor activities. Kids are invited to write a letter to Santa at home and bring it to the celebration as Santa and his live reindeer will be available to visit and for photos. Don’t forget your camera!

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