Acrylics and Corks, Owatonna, MN

Budding artists in the Owatonna area can book a private Acrylics and Corks painting event at the studio or another location. You can also join in on one of the studio’s public events and take… Read More

The 9 Best Guided Tours in Minnesota!

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James J. Hill House, St. Paul, MN

James J. Hill, once the state’s wealthiest man, was a lumber baron and railroad magnate. His Summit Ave. sits regally on a bluff, overlooking downtown St. Paul and the Mississippi River. Taking… Read More

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Minnesota!

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Science Museum of Minnesota, Saint Paul, MN

Give your mind some nourishment the next time the rain falls with a trip to the Science Museum of Minneapolis. Located in St. Paul, this museum offers interactive and educational exhibits that will… Read More

9 Best Places for Live Theater in Minnesota!

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Park Square Theatre, St. Paul, MN

Park Square is downtown St. Paul’s best-known, professional regional theater company. Located on the 7th St. Place pedestrian mall, Park Square’s two stages host several productions every… Read More

The 8 Best Booze Cruises in Minnesota!

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Lake St. Croix Cruises, Afton, MN

Lake St. Croix is a natural widening in the river of the same name, between Afton and Hudson. Hop on one of the Afton-Hudson cruises to take in the natural beauty of this part of the river,… Read More

The 9 Best Karaoke Bars in Minnesota!

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James Ballentine "Uptown" VFW, Minneapolis, MN

Yes—you read that correctly. What is quite possibly the best karaoke bar in the Minnesota (City Pages thinks so) is the James Ballentine VFW, Post 246, in the Uptown neighborhhod of… Read More

12 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Minnesota!

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Paisley Park, Chanhassen, MN

Once the home and studio of Prince, Paisley Park is now infamous as the site of the star’s death, as well. So, of course, it’s now open for public tours. While much of the residential… Read More

14 Perfect Minnesota Getaways!

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St. James Hotel, Red Wing, MN

Spend a weekend at this historic hotel in the river town of Red Wing. Enjoy browsing art galleries in the quaint downtown area, or take a stroll along the Mississippi. Drive a few miles south of town… Read More

The 7 Best Sightseeing Tours in Minnesota!

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Prince: The Tour, Waconia, MN

Perhaps the Twin Cities’ most beloved icon, Prince is definitely one of Minnesota’s best-known sons. On Prince: The Tour, participants visit all of the area’s sites and venues that… Read More

The 8 Best Live Music Venues in Minnesota!

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Turf Club, St. Paul, MN

Long a no-frills music venue in a blue collar St. Paul neighborhood, the Turf Club’s ability to attract artists got a boost when it partnered with First Ave. to promote shows. Now, the Turf… Read More

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