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Twin Cities Packed With Festive, Only-Here Experiences This Week
Twin Cities listeners, if you’re wondering what to do this week, Minneapolis–Saint Paul is absolutely packed with festive, only-here experiences.
Start in Lowertown, where Family Fun Twin Cities reports that Santa is hanging out at the Saint Paul Farmers Market on 5th Street East from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ready for free drop‑in photos and some last‑minute wishes between your produce and pastry runs. Over in the same neighborhood, Eventbrite lists a Saint Paul Murder Mystery: Solve the Case experience on 5th Street East later in the day, turning downtown into your own whodunit as you follow clues and race other teams to crack the story.
If you love old houses and big holiday vibes, the Minnesota Historical Society invites you inside the James J. Hill House on Summit Avenue for Holidays on the Hill. You’ll walk through the Gilded Age mansion dressed for Christmas circa 1910, with a guided tour sharing stories of the Hill family and the staff, plus time to wander the holiday exhibits on your own. Tours start throughout the day, and prebooking is recommended.
Looking for something outdoors and magical after dark? In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre is partnering with community groups for a Winter Solstice gathering at Powderhorn Park. According to HOBT, from 6 to 9 p.m. you can join a lantern‑lit community walk beginning at the rec center, with giant puppets, handmade lanterns, and warm, family‑friendly celebration of the longest night of the year, all free and open to all ages.
For a European‑style fix, Minnesota Parent highlights the European Christmas Market at 240 East Kellogg Boulevard in Saint Paul, just outside Union Depot. Expect rows of wooden stalls, mulled wine, traditional ornaments, wooden toys, and old‑world holiday music, plus visits from Santa and even Krampus on select days. It’s an easy place to linger, snack, and pick up those last‑minute gifts.
On the Minneapolis side, Minneapolis Theater notes that Luminiscence is transforming the Basilica of Saint Mary into an immersive light and sound show. You’ll see 360‑degree projections wash over the stone walls, choreographed to live music and storytelling, turning the historic basilica into a glowing, transportive holiday experience running through the season.
And if you’re in the mood for big spectacle, Minnesota Women’s Press lists Cirque du Soleil’s “’Twas the Night Before…” on the University of Minnesota campus, a high‑flying holiday show built around the classic poem with acrobatics, lovable characters, and remixed seasonal songs that’s perfect for a family night out this week.
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Start in Lowertown, where Family Fun Twin Cities reports that Santa is hanging out at the Saint Paul Farmers Market on 5th Street East from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ready for free drop‑in photos and some last‑minute wishes between your produce and pastry runs. Over in the same neighborhood, Eventbrite lists a Saint Paul Murder Mystery: Solve the Case experience on 5th Street East later in the day, turning downtown into your own whodunit as you follow clues and race other teams to crack the story.
If you love old houses and big holiday vibes, the Minnesota Historical Society invites you inside the James J. Hill House on Summit Avenue for Holidays on the Hill. You’ll walk through the Gilded Age mansion dressed for Christmas circa 1910, with a guided tour sharing stories of the Hill family and the staff, plus time to wander the holiday exhibits on your own. Tours start throughout the day, and prebooking is recommended.
Looking for something outdoors and magical after dark? In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre is partnering with community groups for a Winter Solstice gathering at Powderhorn Park. According to HOBT, from 6 to 9 p.m. you can join a lantern‑lit community walk beginning at the rec center, with giant puppets, handmade lanterns, and warm, family‑friendly celebration of the longest night of the year, all free and open to all ages.
For a European‑style fix, Minnesota Parent highlights the European Christmas Market at 240 East Kellogg Boulevard in Saint Paul, just outside Union Depot. Expect rows of wooden stalls, mulled wine, traditional ornaments, wooden toys, and old‑world holiday music, plus visits from Santa and even Krampus on select days. It’s an easy place to linger, snack, and pick up those last‑minute gifts.
On the Minneapolis side, Minneapolis Theater notes that Luminiscence is transforming the Basilica of Saint Mary into an immersive light and sound show. You’ll see 360‑degree projections wash over the stone walls, choreographed to live music and storytelling, turning the historic basilica into a glowing, transportive holiday experience running through the season.
And if you’re in the mood for big spectacle, Minnesota Women’s Press lists Cirque du Soleil’s “’Twas the Night Before…” on the University of Minnesota campus, a high‑flying holiday show built around the classic poem with acrobatics, lovable characters, and remixed seasonal songs that’s perfect for a family night out this week.
Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss what’s happening around Minneapolis–Saint Paul. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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By Inception Point AiTwin Cities listeners, if you’re wondering what to do this week, Minneapolis–Saint Paul is absolutely packed with festive, only-here experiences.
Start in Lowertown, where Family Fun Twin Cities reports that Santa is hanging out at the Saint Paul Farmers Market on 5th Street East from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ready for free drop‑in photos and some last‑minute wishes between your produce and pastry runs. Over in the same neighborhood, Eventbrite lists a Saint Paul Murder Mystery: Solve the Case experience on 5th Street East later in the day, turning downtown into your own whodunit as you follow clues and race other teams to crack the story.
If you love old houses and big holiday vibes, the Minnesota Historical Society invites you inside the James J. Hill House on Summit Avenue for Holidays on the Hill. You’ll walk through the Gilded Age mansion dressed for Christmas circa 1910, with a guided tour sharing stories of the Hill family and the staff, plus time to wander the holiday exhibits on your own. Tours start throughout the day, and prebooking is recommended.
Looking for something outdoors and magical after dark? In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre is partnering with community groups for a Winter Solstice gathering at Powderhorn Park. According to HOBT, from 6 to 9 p.m. you can join a lantern‑lit community walk beginning at the rec center, with giant puppets, handmade lanterns, and warm, family‑friendly celebration of the longest night of the year, all free and open to all ages.
For a European‑style fix, Minnesota Parent highlights the European Christmas Market at 240 East Kellogg Boulevard in Saint Paul, just outside Union Depot. Expect rows of wooden stalls, mulled wine, traditional ornaments, wooden toys, and old‑world holiday music, plus visits from Santa and even Krampus on select days. It’s an easy place to linger, snack, and pick up those last‑minute gifts.
On the Minneapolis side, Minneapolis Theater notes that Luminiscence is transforming the Basilica of Saint Mary into an immersive light and sound show. You’ll see 360‑degree projections wash over the stone walls, choreographed to live music and storytelling, turning the historic basilica into a glowing, transportive holiday experience running through the season.
And if you’re in the mood for big spectacle, Minnesota Women’s Press lists Cirque du Soleil’s “’Twas the Night Before…” on the University of Minnesota campus, a high‑flying holiday show built around the classic poem with acrobatics, lovable characters, and remixed seasonal songs that’s perfect for a family night out this week.
Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss what’s happening around Minneapolis–Saint Paul. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Start in Lowertown, where Family Fun Twin Cities reports that Santa is hanging out at the Saint Paul Farmers Market on 5th Street East from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ready for free drop‑in photos and some last‑minute wishes between your produce and pastry runs. Over in the same neighborhood, Eventbrite lists a Saint Paul Murder Mystery: Solve the Case experience on 5th Street East later in the day, turning downtown into your own whodunit as you follow clues and race other teams to crack the story.
If you love old houses and big holiday vibes, the Minnesota Historical Society invites you inside the James J. Hill House on Summit Avenue for Holidays on the Hill. You’ll walk through the Gilded Age mansion dressed for Christmas circa 1910, with a guided tour sharing stories of the Hill family and the staff, plus time to wander the holiday exhibits on your own. Tours start throughout the day, and prebooking is recommended.
Looking for something outdoors and magical after dark? In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre is partnering with community groups for a Winter Solstice gathering at Powderhorn Park. According to HOBT, from 6 to 9 p.m. you can join a lantern‑lit community walk beginning at the rec center, with giant puppets, handmade lanterns, and warm, family‑friendly celebration of the longest night of the year, all free and open to all ages.
For a European‑style fix, Minnesota Parent highlights the European Christmas Market at 240 East Kellogg Boulevard in Saint Paul, just outside Union Depot. Expect rows of wooden stalls, mulled wine, traditional ornaments, wooden toys, and old‑world holiday music, plus visits from Santa and even Krampus on select days. It’s an easy place to linger, snack, and pick up those last‑minute gifts.
On the Minneapolis side, Minneapolis Theater notes that Luminiscence is transforming the Basilica of Saint Mary into an immersive light and sound show. You’ll see 360‑degree projections wash over the stone walls, choreographed to live music and storytelling, turning the historic basilica into a glowing, transportive holiday experience running through the season.
And if you’re in the mood for big spectacle, Minnesota Women’s Press lists Cirque du Soleil’s “’Twas the Night Before…” on the University of Minnesota campus, a high‑flying holiday show built around the classic poem with acrobatics, lovable characters, and remixed seasonal songs that’s perfect for a family night out this week.
Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss what’s happening around Minneapolis–Saint Paul. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI