Saint Paul Insider's Guide | 2023

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A city that cares for its local heritage, its local people, its natural places, and for those who come to visit. Local + global. Adventurous + laid back. This is a city with more shoreline on the Mississippi River than any other, and it’s yours for a few hours, a day or two, a week, or as a place to settle down. Welcome to Saint Paul.

meet a city where over 100 languages are spoken and diversity is celebrated — in food, festivals and art.

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top 5 FREE ways to experience the city

MURALS

Art is a common way for Saint Paul residents to come together and the industrial buildings of the city have become the perfect canvas for huge works, some of which raise awareness around social justice and environmental issues. You can view these outdoor works of art in the Creative Enterprise Zone, Midway and the East Side.

OUTSIDE

Saint Paul’s parks systems rank as the top in the nation. The city has 272 parks (large and small), according to the Trust for Public Lands — perfect for having a picnic, hiking the Mississippi River or enjoying a local event.

ZOO + GARDENS

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is familyfriendly, free and open 365 days a year. In addition to all of the animals, don’t miss the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, the Sunken Garden and the Japanese Garden.

MARKETS

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the lively Saint Paul Farmers’ Market without reaching into your wallet. The outdoor market in Lowertown is always hoppin’. All year, there’s a world to discover at the indoor Hmongtown Marketplace, Hmong Village or Keg and Case West 7th Market.

LIVING HISTORY

Get your exercise and sightseeing in along Summit Avenue, the longest stretch of Victorian homes in the United States. Whether you walk, bike or drive down this historic street, the views are stunning in any season.

More free things to do: VisitSaintPaul.com

Dakota, Ojibwe and people from other tribal nations have lived along the Mississippi River for thousands of years. The Dakota people called the Mississippi River Wakpá Tháŋka or Haha Wakpa meaning river that connects all waters and all lives. fmr.org

Saint Paul is part of the Mississippi National River & Recreation Area offering you so many ways to interact with the iconic waterway.

WALK THE TRAILS

The Sam Morgan Regional Trail, Pike Island Loop and Crosby Farm Park are some of our favorites.

VISIT THE PARKS

You’ll find Upper Landing Park, Lower Landing Park, Hidden Falls Regional Park and Fort Snelling State Park along the river.

GET ON THE WATER

Launch your boat at Hidden Falls boat launch. Paddle the river with tour groups like Paddle Bridge Kayak Tours or go the self-guided route with a kayak rental from the National Park Service Paddle Share system.

ISLAND HOP

Have a picnic on Raspberry Island. Listen to live music at the bandshell or take rowing classes at the Minnesota Boat Club. Dip your toes in the water at Harriet Island, where the Padelford Riverboats depart daily from May–October.

BIRDWATCH

Depending on the season you’ll see bald eagles, herons, warblers, indigo buntings, common yellowthroats, great horned owls or peregrine falcons.

STOP BY THE MISSISSIPPI

RIVER VISITOR CENTER

Located just off the lobby in the Science Museum of Minnesota and staffed by National Park Service rangers and volunteers, you’ll discover interactive exhibits, videos and information about upcoming events.

STAY OVERNIGHT

The charming Covington Inn, housed at Harriet Island, is one of the few floating bed and breakfasts in the country.

DINE RIVERSIDE

City House is a seasonal dining experience in a restored grain elevator right next to the river.

Learn about every way to experience the river at VisitSaintPaul.com.

MIGHTY

Saint Paul is a signature destination for Viking River Cruises Mississippi adventures. Docking near Union Depot, these cruises bring people closer to the river and to experiencing its River Capital, Saint Paul.

visionary

The Great River Passage Conservancy envisions a Saint Paul where the Mississippi is the center of public life — where people live not just by the river, but with the river. It is working in partnership with the City of Saint Paul’s Great River Passage Initiative, to lead efforts in the construction of three riverfocused projects:

• The Mississippi River Learning Center, a mixeduse, river-focused space featuring year-round learning and outdoor recreation along with a National Park Service headquarters at Crosby Farm Regional Park.

• The River Balcony, a proposed 1.5-mile walk along downtown Saint Paul’s river bluff, connecting public spaces, landmarks and people to the river.

• The East Side River District Initiative, protecting sacred and significant Dakota sites. Learn how these projects will reorient people to the river. greatriverpassage.org

Historic. Powerful. Beautiful. Inspiring. The Mighty Mississippi transports people and goods, flows through the literature of Mark Twain, and is central to the culture and commerce of the Mighty City of Saint Paul.

Ranked #2 among 100 best city park systems in the country. — tpl.org/parkscore

play in the fresh air

WEST SIDE Harriet and Raspberry Islands on the river, along with Cherokee Regional Park are picturesque settings for everyday relaxation, concerts and special events.

WEST 7TH Irvine Park was established in 1872 and is one of the most popular outdoor wedding locations with its ornate fountain and beautiful gazebo.

DOWNTOWN Rice Park is home to festivals and events and becomes a tree-lit winter wonderland during the winter.

If long distances are your therapy, try running the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, or biking the Saint Paul Classic Bike Tour, which takes you along the 32-mile scenic and historic Grand Round parkway system that circles the city.

There are 272 parks and recreation areas to be explored throughout the neighborhoods of Saint Paul — with opportunities to be in the woods, next to the river, near a waterfall, on a beach or overlooking a bluff.

Discover more trails + parks + fresh-air fun at VisitSaintPaul.com.

LOWERTOWN Lower Landing and Mears Park provide opportunities to birdwatch, walk or picnic.

EAST SIDE Indian Mounds Park has been a sacred site and place of burial for over a thousand years and provides one of the most scenic panoramas of the city. Phalen Regional Park is home to Lake Phalen with beaches for swimming.

COMO This 384-acre park is among the most visited spots in the state and its Conservatory and Zoo are completely free.

HIGHLAND PARK The Highland Bridge park project features four parks on the site of the former Ford Motor Company. The open spaces honor the indigenous and industrial history of the site and include access to Hidden Falls Regional Park, a skate trail and bowl, pickleball courts, dog parks and a stormwater basin and pond.

ON THE GREEN LINE Take the Green Line to Newell Park or visit Frogtown Park and Farm, a large, certified organic, urban demonstration farm.

LOCAL LOVER

asha shoffner

Educator, adventurer, Auntie and founder of Fiwygin Outdoors and BIPOC Outdoors Twin Cities. Ashamarie.com

“I am drawn to water and we have a lot of it here in Saint Paul. Having 17 miles of the Mississippi River flowing through our city is one of its greatest assets.”

“There are so many ways to interact with the river including canoeing, fishing, painting, exploring and bike riding,” says Asha. “I find it a privilege to share the outdoors with family and friends.”

Asha’s favorite outdoor places:

• The best place to canoe is to put in at Hidden Falls and take out at Harriet Island

leave the road behind + take the trail

Saint Paul’s paved multi-use paths allow people of all abilities to experience nature. Each offers its own stunning views of the river, lakes, wildlife and wildflowers. Discover more walking and wheeling options at VisitSaintPaul.com.

Cherokee Regional Park Trail: 1.9 miles

Indian Mounds Regional Park Trail: 2 miles

Sam Morgan Regional Trail: 9.3 miles

Mississippi River Gorge Regional Trail: 5.3 miles

Trout Brook Regional Trail: .7 miles

Como Lake Trail: 1.8 miles

Phalen Lake Trail: 3-mile loop

Gateway State Trail: 18 miles

• Fishing is great at Hidden Falls. If you’re fishing with kids or someone who has limited mobility, try Como, Phalen or Loeb Lakes

• Visit Bdote, at the confluence of the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers. This is the birthplace of the Dakota people. Take the Minnesota Humanities Center Bdote Field Trip to learn about this sacred place.

• Bike along Summit Avenue or take the Bruce Vento trail through Swede Hollow Park.

• Hike, bird or enjoy a bonfire at Crosby Farm Regional Park

Tee Up at classic city golf courses like Highland National, Como or Phalen Park. stpaul.golf

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enrich your visit

china friendship garden

The garden is a sister-city project between Saint Paul and Changsha in Hunan Province. Located in Phalen Park, it includes the Xiang Jiang Pavilion, Hmong Heritage Wall, West Entrance Archway and a new Hmong Plaza that will be completed in 2023.

germanic-american institute

This cultural language and education center hosts monthly and annual events.

rondo commemorative plaza

Rondo Avenue was once the heart of Saint Paul’s most prominent African-American community, dating back to the years just after the Civil War. In the 1960s, the area was destroyed as part of the Interstate 94 construction, dealing a crushing blow to the neighborhood. The plaza tells the Rondo story — including the stories of today’s Hmong and Oromo residents.

strong local culture

global citizens

The character of Saint Paul is defined by its people. The mix of cultures and backgrounds, histories, traditions and art make up the city’s vibrant daily life.

immerse yourself at a museum or library

Uncover the stories of Minnesota’s past through inspiring exhibits and thought-provoking programs at the Minnesota History Center

Keep your curiosity going at the Bell Museum, featuring a digital planetarium and famous wildlife dioramas that include a woolly mammoth.

Discover the power of science at the Science Museum of Minnesota. See stunning exhibits, breathtaking Omnitheater films and education and research programs that span the globe.

Interactive exhibits at the Hmong Cultural Center and Museum teach about Hmong people’s history, culture and experience in the U.S.

East Side Freedom Library recounts the experiences of waves of immigrants who settled in spots like Swede Hollow, in the form of resources, events and tours.

our home: native minnesota Native Americans — Dakota, Ojibwe and people from other tribal nations — have dwelled in this area for thousands of years and still live here today. The Our Home: Native Minnesota exhibit at the Minnesota History Center shares their stories, enduring presence and deep connection to the land.

Find locations and more cultural interest sites at VisitSaintPaul.com.

MINNESOTA HISTORY CENTER

ready your napkin

Find the latest global flavors and local favorites, plus the best patios, brewhouses and legendary bars at VisitSaintPaul.com.

explore what’s new

GRAND AVENUE

Bar + Cart Lounge And Restaurant

eM Que Viet • sweetgreen

WEST 7TH Emerald Lounge

DOWNTOWN

Apostle Supper Club • Momento

Restaurant + Bar • Spring Break

EAST SIDE

Chances Tavern • Capital Corn

Insane Vegan

WEST SIDE

Papa Legba Lounge

LOWERTOWN

Noyes & Cutler • Lost Fox

MERRIAM PARK

Gus Gus • Marios

SELBY AT SNELLING

Kalsada

HIGHLAND

Bom Dia Treats • Centro • Soul Lao

global flair +

There is depth and richness in the flavors, tastes and foods you’ll find in Saint Paul — not to mention the absolute enjoyment that comes with the social, cultural, bonding and celebratory aspects surrounding local favorites and unique global dishes.

Partake in mole-smothered enchiladas, heirloom corn tortillas and more from El Burrito Mercado, Boca Chica, Pajarito and Los Ocampo. Fresh spring rolls, noodles, chilis and curries, plus glorious pho at On’s Kitchen, Sawatdee,

Ruam Mit Thai and Ngon Vietnamese Bistro. Carnivorous temptations from Taihoa BBQ. And influences from Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia and Egypt at Fasika, Sabrina’s Cafe & Deli, Snelling Cafe and markets like Addis and Star Food Market. Visit icons like Mancini’s with its charkissed steaks. Italian sauces, pasta and pastries from DeGidio’s, Yarusso Bros., and Cossetta’s. Irish favorites galore at Shamrocks, Dubliner, Patrick McGovern’s and Half Time Rec

yia vang

Chef/Owner Union Hmong Kitchen and Vinai @unionhmongkitchen @vinaimn

“People aren’t eating food for the sake of eating, but asking themselves, ‘Why am I eating this food?’ It makes people thirsty for the story.”

“Every dish has a narrative,” says Yia. “And if you follow that narrative long enough and close enough, it’s actually not about the food. It’s about people. The food is a catalyst to cultivating great relationships.”

Yia’s perfect day with friends:

• We would start at Hmong Village or Hmong Town

• I am a huge fan of Mucci’s, it is so fun, the food and hospitality are incredible.

• Burger Dive is another favorite stop.

Coffee Anyone?

Ask any Local Lover, Saint Paul has an impressive lineup of specialty coffee shops and roasters. These are just a few. Find more places to fill your cup at VisitSaintPaul.com.

Cafe Astoria

Caydence Records & Coffee

Five Watt

Flava Cafe

Golden Thyme Coffee

Lost Fox

Nina’s Coffee Cafe Rafiki Coffee Cafe

Swede Hollow Workhorse Coffee Bar

• We’d go downtown to walk on the paths by the river.

• I would show them the depth and diversity of Saint Paul and the beauty of the huge group of immigrants and refugees that call Saint Paul home.

Dine like a local!

Don’t miss tips from Local Lovers. VisitSaintPaul.com/blog

LOCAL LOVER

NINA’S COFFEE CAFÉ

food trucks, trailers, carts Stands +

comfort food + burger joints

Got a hankering for some good old comfort food or the perfect burger? The Iron Ranger pub serves a diverse mix of Minnesota comfort food from Cornish pasties to Croatian cabbage rolls, Italian porketta and Slovenian potica. And the list of burger joints in this town is a mile long. Whether you’re a Juicy Lucy diehard or a plain burger and fries type, Saint Paul brings on the burger goodness — we’ll name a few here: Bennett’s, Brunson’s Pub, The Nook, Saint Dinette, Tin Cup’s. For more go to VisitSaintPaul.com.

Who doesn’t appreciate a well-placed food truck, cart or stand? You’ll find multiple options under one roof at food halls like Keg and Case West 7th Market. Savor mouthwatering Southeast Asian treats at The Hmongtown Marketplace and Hmong Village. Attend the St. Paul Food Truck Festival or a Monster Food Truck Rally after select St. Paul Saints games. Grab something from one of these notable food trucks around town. Find a full list at VisitSaintPaul.com.

Black Market STP (BBQ fare)

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Brick Oven Bus (Pizza)

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Cave Cafe (Afro-Italiano fusion)

@TheCaveCafe

Potter’s Pasties (Cornish pasties)

@PottersPasties

Seventh Street Truck Park (Indoor food + bar)

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Smoke Session BBQ (BBQ w/Hmong twist)

@SmokeSessionBBQMN

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places with a @aaronkomo @theapostlesupperclub

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local lovers brewery guide

Just a few thirst quenching destinations, from A to Z.

Bad Weather Brewing has a huge patio for people and their dogs.

Bang Brewing makes organic-only beer inside a repurposed grain bin.

Barrel Theory is known for its infusions, funky beers, IPAs, stouts and sours.

BlackStack Brewing shares a historic industrial building with Can Can Wonderland and FlannelJax’s axe throwing.

Burning Brothers Brewing brews gluten-free beer exclusively.

Clutch Brewing is dedicated to community, artistic collaboration and craft beer of a slightly different ilk.

Dual Citizen prides itself in being a community focused brewhouse.

Gambit Brewing with 11 beers brewed on premises and hard seltzers made to order.

Lake Monster Brewing explores the depths of beer flavor under an iconic 100-foot-tall water tower. Look for community events like Vegan Invasion, Monster Bash and Christmas Market.

MetroNOME Brewery proceeds fund musical instruments, lessons and education for youth in the Twin Cities area.

Saint Paul Brewing is situated on the grounds of the historic Hamm’s Brewery and has an outdoor patio that is legendary.

Summit Brewing Co. started craft brewing before it was cool; Summit is the oldest craft brewery in Minnesota.

Urban Growler® Brewing Co. is the first womanowned microbrewery in Minnesota.

Wabasha Brewing Co. on the west side of Saint Paul, features light, hoppy, malty and specialty brews.

Waldman Brewery & Wurstery: beer and German food, what more can we say?

Beer Dabbler

There’s a winter festival, a Pride festival, and more. Gather with other beer lovers to sample craft brews for a good cause during a dabbler. beerdabbler.com

@beerdabbler

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WABASHA BREWING CO.

BAD WEATHER BREWING

locally brewed

globallyadventurous +

Our brewers, pub owners and distillers are dedicated to their craft and passionate about their place in the community. It’s why you’ll find brewpubs and distilleries as distinct as the neighborhoods they inhabit — and as adventurous as the brews and spirits anywhere in the world.

For beer events, brewery tours and pub crawl itineraries by theme or neighborhood. VisitSaintPaul.com

feeling spirited Delicious spirits and a delightful atmosphere can be found at 11 Wells Distillery & Cocktail Room. Offering a full line of Minnesotamade spirits and liqueurs.

Bars like Parlour Bar cater to the crafted cocktail lover. Exceptionally crafted cocktails can also be found around town at places like Saint Dinette and Bar + Cart.

@spirits_traveler

PARLOUR BAR

local brands +

One-of-a-kind boutiques, tucked-away shops, vintage finds and artisan wares — no matter your taste, you’ll find your shopping niche in one of the charming streets of Saint Paul’s neighborhoods, or right downtown.

Big brands are just outside city limits at Mall of America, Rosedale Center and Twin Cities Premium Outlets.

Call it Minnesota nice: there’s no sales tax on clothing and shoes.

FASHION FORWARD

Signature wardrobe pieces are waiting at Primp, Poppy’s Fun Fashion, Spoils of Wear, a “sustainable boutique,” Trade Winds and Scout. Handpicked items from designers around the world can be found at Atelier 957 Custom-tailored threads, a cigar and shave are all at Heimie’s Haberdashery. And for handcrafted fine leather goods visit Leather Works Minnesota and JW Hulme

VINTAGE TREASURES

Plan to shop Lula, specializing in clothing 25 years or older, and Up Six Vintage, focused on vintage clothing and accessories. Try Succotash, Everyday People, antiques from The Mall of Saint Paul and Anthony Scornavacco Antiques, and records from Caydence Records & Coffee

Grand Avenue and Selby at Snelling are two can’t-miss shopping districts with anchor stores like Evereve, Fjallraven, Patagonia and Pottery Barn, plus all the stylish boutiques you could want.

HMONG MARKETS

Plan your trip around the Hmong Village Shopping Center which features 17 restaurants, 10 farmers’ markets and over 100 merchandise stores. Visit Hmongtown Marketplace with its 125 stores and 11 restaurants.

MAKERS MARKETS

Watch for pop-up events in places like Union Depot, Landmark Center, XIA Gallery & Cafe, Indigenous Roots, and breweries and food halls.

FOR THE KIDS

Mischief Toy Store encourages kids and grown-ups to unplug and make a little mischief. And Red Balloon Bookshop holds storytime and author events, plus there are books for all ages.

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black-owned businesses

West-African-born French pastry chef and La Boulangerie Marguerite owner François Kiemde and his midwesternrooted wife/business partner, Melissa Borgmann-Kiemde, create breads, croissants, cakes, donuts and viennoiserie in their 100-year-old neighborhood bakery location.

Lip Esteem owner Tameka Jones wants to make others feel confident and beautiful. Her passion shows in her plant-based, gluten and cruelty-free lipstick company.

Find Shop Locations. Plus, get Local Lover shopping itineraries and tips. VisitSaintPaul.com

LOCAL LOVER

marlena myles

Digital artist, animator, fabric/fashion designer, book illustrator marlenamyl.es

“People care about history in Saint Paul and want to hear multiple viewpoints. I create a lot of work around my Dakota heritage. I want my artwork to represent Native culture in a modern contemporary way and help Native people be more visible.”

“There is a bond here, a feeling of kinship when you find out someone is from Saint Paul,” says Marlena. “It’s fun to go to the different neighborhoods and find the cool things about each — you find those special places on the ground level when you live here.”

Marlena’s must see list:

• A favorite place to connect with Dakota history is on the river bike paths from downtown toward Mendota Heights.

• I also recommend visiting Hidden Falls and don’t miss Indian Mounds Regional Park. It is a sacred site with great views of the city, the river, and has an eagle nesting ground. Go at sunset.

• Another sacred site is the Wakan Tipi Cave area, where a visitor center will be constructed in the future.

• A fun thing to do is to collect spring water at the Schmidt Brewery.

@mylesdesigns

creative energy

meaningful connections

Art is on display everywhere in Saint Paul, from the public canvases of its numerous murals to its fine art galleries and museums. There’s an energy in it all that connects us to our cultures, our passions and to one another.

ON THE STREETS

Huge, glorious works of art create open air museums in locations like Saint Paul’s Creative Enterprise Zone neighborhood — known for its painted walls and for Chroma Zone, Minnesota’s largest public mural and art festival. Take in the Midway Murals along Snelling Avenue, Marimba Benches in Phalen Poetry Park, the world’s largest Lite-Brite mural inside Union Depot, the Pedro Park mural and Sidewalk Poetry etched into walkways all over town. PublicArtStPaul.org

IN THE PARK

The sprawling Western Sculpture Park (just west of the Minnesota State Capitol) is home to 15 permanent installations, with more installations planned in the future.

High Bridge Park (at the north end of the Smith Avenue Bridge) is home to three large sculptures that represent several cultures.

THROUGHOUT THE CITY

Plan to attend the Wakpa Triennial Art Festival. Newly commissioned artworks by more than 30 Minnesota artists will be featured at multiple sites throughout the Twin Cities from June through September.

IN MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

The Minnesota Museum of American Art (The M) is constantly engaging with the community. Currently its window galleries bring art and storytelling to the public while it develops the M of the future. mmaa.org

A few Saint Paul galleries of note include XIA Gallery & Cafe, devoted to works by talented Southeast Asian and Twin Cities artists. Fine art galleries Great River Gallery and The Grand Hand Gallery. Indigenous Roots Cultural Arts Center, where space and programming are used to promote Native, Black, Brown and Indigenous arts, culture and tradition.

Get more art + creativity

VisitSaintPaul.com/blog

Hundreds of artists across the city open their studios for the The Saint Paul Art Crawl, a celebration of visual and performing arts. stpaulartcollective.org

FRIEDLI GALLERY

@stpaulartcollective

live love +

performances

This city is a performance lover’s paradise. The stages in town are packed with everything from big name national shows to local sounds and the best bands, music and productions.

MUSIC LOVERS

One of the finest arenas in the world to see music’s biggest names is Xcel Energy Center. Right next door is The Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium, a historic space that has hosted everyone from Elvis to Bruno Mars.

The Palace Theatre is a hotbed for up-and-coming national and local artists. And independent bands of all kinds can be found at intimate venues like Amsterdam Bar & Hall, Turf Club, Minnesota Music Cafe, kj’s Hideaway and Papa Legba’s.

OUTDOOR MUSIC VENUES

Bands on the Boulevard

Minnesota History Center

Tuesdays in July.

minnesotahistorycenter.org

Groovin’ in the Garden

Como Zoo & Conservatory

Wednesdays mid-June–early

August.

comozooconservatory.org

Dock & Paddle

Music in the Parks Series

May–September.

dockandpaddle.com

Lowertown Sounds

Thursday nights all summer long.

lowertownsounds.com

PALACE THEATRE

saint paul’s stages

History Theatre features works that explore the diverse American experience.

Mu Performing Arts is dedicated to arts, equity and justice from the heart of the Asian American experience.

Park Square Theatre is committed to elevating community voices.

Penumbra Theatre creates productions that illuminate the human condition through the prism of African American experience.

Teatro del Pueblo promotes Latinix culture through the performing arts.

Dreamland Arts is building a healthy community through arts.

Circus Juventas is a performing arts circus school for youth dedicated to inspiring artistry and self-confidence through a multicultural circus arts experience. The theater is celebrating its 30th season and just announced a partnership with the Cirque du Soleil’s NexGen Program.

The Fitzgerald Theater is Saint Paul’s oldest surviving theater space playing host to Broadway musicals, vaudeville shows, film festivals and concerts of all sorts.

theater lovers

Spend an evening at a nationally recognized arts venue, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, where you can see a Broadway show, a performance by the Minnesota Opera, a world renowned soloist or ensemble brought to you by the Schubert Club, or the Grammy Award–winning Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra.

Find an Upcoming Show. VisitSaintPaul.com

fall in love

Many love stories have their beginnings in Saint Paul — where opportunities to pop the question or spend a quiet weekend together abound. Plan something special with your love at a one-of-a-kind hotel in the heart of the city, or enjoy the pool and spa at more modern accommodations. You’ll find all the romance you need in Saint Paul.

MODERN + CAPTIVATING

Whether it’s a weekend for two, a special event with friends, a family getaway, or a business trip, new and updated hotels have a lot to offer you in Saint Paul.

You’ll find remarkable favorites like InterContinental, Hampton Inn & Suites, DoubleTree by Hilton, SpringHill Suites, Holiday Inn, Residence Inn, Drury Plaza, Radisson, Courtyard and more.

Hold hands and stroll Summit Avenue, the longest stretch of preserved Victorian homes in the United States. There are an astounding 373 of the original 440 grand mansions built from 1855 to 1920, each with its own rich history.

Take a sunset walk, catch a show, dine on an outdoor patio, see a concert in a park — there’s a lot to keep the romance alive in the city that was named Most Romantic Getaway in North America.

— USA Today 10Best

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ICONIC + CHARMING

The Saint Paul Hotel, built in 1910, overlooks Rice Park, the Ordway and Landmark Center. Filled with old world European glamor, this hotel has a century of stories woven into its fabric and remains the historic heart of city life.

The Celeste has its origins as a convent and fine arts academy. Signature rooms offer views of the state Capitol, which is a ten-minute walk away. Its lounge, hallways, rooms and breakfast Chapel include original paintings with some divine inspiration.

Hyatt Place in Lowertown is an art deco delight. This hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Rooms feature elevated ceilings and 13foot windows, some of which look out on the nearby Mississippi River.

The Davidson was considered one of the city’s finest homes when it was built in 1915. It was transformed into a nine-unit boutique hotel and is the first of its kind on Summit Avenue. Plan to dine at WA Frost and Company, a sister property to The Davidson, serving award-winning, contemporary American cuisine in a turn-of-the-century setting on historic Cathedral Hill since 1975.

with Saint Paul’s romantic places

alive with history

stunning architecture

INDIAN MOUNDS PARK (200 BC–400 AD)

Evidence of the indigenous people who first called these river banks home is seen in six burial mounds high atop 450-million-year-old bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. lowerphalencreek.org/wakantipicenter

Saint Paul’s past is filled with stories of Native American people, rugged pioneers, brave immigrants, titans of industry, literary masters, architectural giants and notorious gangsters.

HISTORIC FORT SNELLING (1920 s )

This National Historic landmark resides on Dakota homeland and honors the history of Native people, traders, soldiers and veterans, enslaved people and immigrants. Find visitor center hours at mnhs.org/fortsnelling.

SUMMIT AVENUE HOMES (1855–1920)

Built between the Civil War and World War I, this 5-mile avenue is the longest stretch of intact Victorian homes in the United States. It’s worth taking a stroll or a drive any time of year.

JAMES J. HILL HOUSE (1891)

Called the “Empire Builder,” railroad magnate James J. Hill’s impressive Richardson Romanesque mansion sits on a Summit Avenue bluff with marvelous views overlooking the city. Open weekly for tours. mnhs.org/hillhouse

LANDMARK CENTER (1902)

Originally built as a federal courthouse and post office, the Landmark Center now serves as a cultural center. Its beautiful castle-like design is emblematic of Romanesque Revival architecture. Open daily for tours. landmarkcenter.org

MINNESOTA STATE CAPITOL (1905)

Featuring the second-largest self-supporting dome in the world, this Cass Gilbert designed masterpiece features a beautiful rotunda, grand staircases, murals and works of art including its rooftop Quadriga — golden horses representing earth, air, water and fire. Free guided tours. mnhs.org/capitol

MARJORIE MCNEELY CONSERVATORY (1914)

Designed by Frederick Nussbaumer, the conservatory at Como Park is one of very few glass-domed Victorian-style indoor gardens in the U.S. Open daily. Free with donation suggested. comozooconservatory.org

CATHEDRAL OF SAINT PAUL (1915)

The third largest Catholic church building in the country, the Cathedral of Saint Paul sits on a hill overlooking downtown Saint Paul and the Mississippi River. Guided tours are offered Tuesday–Friday at 1 p.m. cathedralsaintpaul.org

WABASHA STREET CAVES (1930 s )

Saint Paul has a notorious past as a refuge for Prohibition-era bootleggers and gangsters like John Dillinger and Ma Barker. The Wabasha Street Caves served as a speak-easy during that era and are on the National Register of Haunted Places. Find more on activities and tours. wabashastreetcaves.com

Get a glimpse into the lives of those who made Saint Paul what it is today. Find more to explore. VisitSaintPaul.com

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INDIAN MOUNDS PARK

LANDMARK CENTER

tour A worldly city worldly +

There’s a story to tell about Saint Paul and you can hear it on a tour. Go beyond the normal visitor experience, see things you wouldn’t normally see, learn things you wouldn’t normally learn. Take a tour.

RIVER + SKY

Padelford Sightseeing Cruise — Discover more about the mighty Mississippi River and see sights like the St. Paul High Bridge, Pig’s Eye Cave, the Minnesota River mouth and Pike Island. riverrides.com

Paddle Bridge Kayak Tours — No matter what brings you to the water, you’re bound to discover something new. Guides provide a comfortable and memorable paddle, catered to your ability level. paddlebridge.com/pbtours

Minnesota Helicopter Tours — Take a flight that puts you face-to-face with the Saint Paul skyline during the morning, noon or nighttime. There’s nothing quite like viewing the city and the river from overhead. holmanstable.com/helicopter-flights

FOOD + BREW

Heart of Saint Paul Food Tour — Learn about Saint Paul’s robust food culture while exploring its rich history. Tastings are based on our multicultural communities and the best water in the country for creating delicious craft beer tastetwincities.com/publictours/#heartofstpaul

Saint Paul Brewing — Tour the tap room, building and brewery, learn the history of the Hamm’s brewery, the site of Saint Paul Brewing. exploretock.com/saint-paul-brewing

Summit Brewing Company — Before craft beer was cool, Summit was crafting brews inspired by old-world traditions and ingredients.

summitbrewing.com/summit-ratskeller/ tours/

Experience the Twin Cities — Food, brewery, distillery or sightseeing, Experience the Twin Cities tours has a guided tour for you, from public, private or corporate to VIP. experiencethetwincities.com

Celestial Tours — Go on tour with Sr. Celestine and learn what life was like when wolves (both two legged and four legged) roamed the city of Saint Paul. celestial-tours.com

ARCHITECTURE + HISTORY

State Capitol — Take a free guided tour and get an overview of the Capitol’s history, art, architecture and state government. mnhs.org/capitol/activities/tours

Cathedral of Saint Paul — Recognized as a historical landmark, the Cathedral is one of the most prominent buildings in the city and is a center of spiritual worship. cathedralsaintpaul.org/visit-us

Union Depot — Tour the Depot to learn about its history, recent renovation, sustainability initiatives and expanding transit options. uniondepot.org/about/tours

James J. Hill Mansion — Explore upstairs and downstairs life in Minnesota’s Downton Abbey — a 36,000-square-foot mansion built for railroad titan James J. Hill. mnhs.org/hillhouse

GANGSTERS + GHOSTS

Wabasha Street Caves — See the only remaining restored Prohibition-era casino and gangster hotspot. Tour the extensive caves carved into the hillside. wabashacaves.com

Gangsterland Walking Tour — Walk the same Saint Paul streets frequented by famous 1930s gangsters and find out why Minnesota was so important to the bootlegging industry. This walking tour is brought to you by CynCity. cyncitytours.com/gansterland-walkingtours

Landmark Center Gangster Tours — On this tour, guides dress in costumes and adopt the personae of gangsters who resided in Saint Paul such as Ma Barker, Alvin “Creepy” Karpis, John Dillinger and his moll Evelyn Freschette, and more. landmarkcenter.org/gangster-tours

St. Paul Ghost Walks — Hear about some of St. Paul’s most interesting ghosts (and ghostly encounters), as well as the stories of St. Paul’s vengeful ghosts, public executions and gangster lore. americanghostwalks.com/tour/st-paulghost-walks

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Explore gangster tours galore. VisitSaintPaul.com

local welcomes +

Festivals and events — with a distinctive Saint Paul flair — celebrating music, culture, art and life itself can be found throughout the city all year long.

Minnesota Songkran Festival

A celebration of Thai and Southeast Asian culture through food, music, dance, a parade and activities.

India Fest

Delectable Indian cuisine from local restaurants, foot-tapping live Bollywood music, exhibits, cultural displays, and Indian bazaar.

Flint Hills Family Festival

The Ordway brings communities together through the power of arts, with exciting performances and activities for students, teachers and families both inside and outside the theater.

Grand Old Day

One of the nation’s largest one-day street festivals takes place on Saint Paul’s Grand Avenue.

Japanese Obon Festival

Bonsai, martial arts, singing, dancing, drumming, and delicious food.

Little Africa Fest

Live music, dance, poetry, art and African cuisine.

Hmong New Year

The two-day celebration of the Hmong New Year highlights traditional Hmong dance, music, crafts and vendors.

Hmong International Freedom Festival

The largest outdoor Hmong event in the Midwest — featuring food, vendors and sports events.

Minnesota State Fair

Minnesota knows how to do a State Fair and this one is known as the Great Minnesota Get-Together — held for 12 days leading up to Labor Day. Plus there is a Kickoff to Summer at the Fair in May.

Oktoberfest

Two days of German food, beer, culture and nonstop entertainment.

Irish Fair

Music, dance, stories, food, beverage and all-around great craic (Irish for fun).

kid-friendly

fun

Saint Paul is a family friendly town where kidapproved activities will bring smiles to your face and theirs — and life-long memories will be made too.

LOOK

Keep your eyes open for Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus and Lucy. Statues that honor Saint Paul native and “Peanuts” author Charles Schulz can be found all around town.

RIDE

Take an hour-and-a-half Padelford Riverboat Cruise on the mighty Mississippi. Watch for bald eagles, herons, egrets and falcons as you drift past historic locations on this narrated ride.

BRING FIDO

We love your dog as much as you do. Let Fido run free at one of our seven dog parks. You’ll also find patios, restaurants and retailers who love your pup at VisitSaintPaul.com.

ROAR

See all the wild creatures at the Como Park Zoo & Conservatory — one of the last free zoos in the United States with a mission to inspire us to value the presence of living things in our lives.

GET SPORTY

Take in a game or two. There’s Minnesota Wild hockey at Xcel Energy Center, Minnesota United soccer at Allianz Field, St. Paul Saints baseball at CHS Field, or the Minnesota Wind Chill pro Ultimate Disc team at Sea Foam Stadium. Plus the Minnesota Roller Derby at The Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium. Go Minnesota!

PLAY

Kid-powered spaces in the Minnesota Children’s Museum will have the whole family playing the day away on a climber with a spiral slide, the laser maze, car wash, ball launchers, maker space or pretend town.

Get in a game of mini-golf or skee ball, down a milkshake and a burger, take in weekly entertainment events at Can Can Wonderland — a whimsical, artist-created arcade space in an old American Can Company factory.

EXPLORE

Science Museum of Minnesota is all about turning on the science for everyone. There are hands-on exhibits to try, dinosaurs to marvel at and the Omnitheater with its breathtaking giant screen films. Events this year will include Science is All of Us Days, Omnifest Movie Festival and Science Celebration 2023.

COMO ZOO & CONSERVATORY

MINNESOTA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

DISCOVER

The Bell Museum is Minnesota’s natural history museum and has a woolly mammoth! And a digital planetarium, high-tech exhibits and wildlife dioramas to spark the imagination.

love + roller derby

The talented Minnesota Roller Derby regularly compete in bouts at The Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium

Come see these bold, high-energy athletes in action.

In the land of roughly 10,000 lakes — many of which are frozen 4 to 5 months a year — hockey rules. You only need to attend the Minnesota State High School Hockey Tournament — one of the highest-attended state sports tourneys in the world — to understand.

a world of sports + hometown advantage

Make a game plan. Find more event and game info. VisitSaintPaul.com

Xcel Energy Center is the hub of all the action, from high school tournaments to top college playoff games. And there’s nothing like game day around town when the NHL’s Minnesota Wild take to the ice.

Women players shine in a state that leads the U.S. in girls’ hockey players. The Minnesota Whitecaps women’s professional hockey team creates as much excitement around the Twin Cities as the guys.

Want to hit the rink yourself? The TRIA Rink sits on the rooftop of the Treasure Island Center. It’s where the Wild practice. Hamline University’s men’s and women’s teams play there and it is home to one of the state’s largest hockey murals. Bring your own skates or rent a pair. triarink.com

Minnesota United

MLS soccer

March–October, Allianz Field

St. Paul Saints

Minor league baseball

April–September, CHS Field

Minnesota Twins

MLB baseball

April–September, Target Field

Minnesota Wind Chill

AUDL team

April–July, Sea Foam Stadium

Minnesota Aurora

USL W soccer

May–July, TCO Stadium

Minnesota Lynx WNBA basketball

May–August, Target Center

Minnesota Vikings

NFL football

September–January, U.S. Bank Stadium

Minnesota Wild NHL hockey

October–May, Xcel Energy Center

Minnesota Roller Derby

October–April

The Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium

Minnesota Timberwolves

NBA basketball

October–April, Target Center

Minnesota Whitecaps

NWHL hockey

November–March, Richfield Ice Arena

MINNESOTA ROLLER DERBY

There’s no better place to enjoy America’s pastime than attending a St. Paul Saints game at the beautiful CHS Field, in Lowertown.

The Saints are a AAA affiliate of the Minnesota Twins and their games are legendary for family fun, including outlandish promotions and an adorable pig mascot. CHS Field is also home to a dog park and a baseball museum. Watch for Bill Murray, a team owner, who is known to attend games.

baseball

love + soccer

Team spirit is alive and well at Allianz Field where you can join passionate flag waving, bleacher pounding fans as they cheer on Major League Soccer’s Minnesota United.

This cutting-edge venue was designed with a 360-degree canopy, open roof, all natural grass, and uses LED lights for a low-energy footprint. The stadium proudly sits in the Midway neighborhood which reflects the international flavor of Saint Paul — and just a short walk or Metro ride away from the stadium you can experience the cultures of Little Africa, Little Mekong and the historic Rondo and Frogtown neighborhoods.

ALLIANZ FIELD

love getting out and about

You’ll find four wonderful seasons here, each with its own rhythm and way of life + its own activities and places to be in Saint Paul.

Find details on parks, trails, festivals, concerts and patios at VisitSaintPaul.com.

SPRING

Watch the sunset from Indian Mounds Park and take in views of the river and the city as it lights up the night.

Come out to celebrate the Thai New Year by attending the Minnesota Songkran Festival, held in May.

Gather the kiddos for the Flint Hills Family Festival in early June. See indoor performances, outdoor entertainment and try some art-making activities.

Try a spring run. There’s the Bike MS: Twin Cities Ride, the May One Run and the ALS Superhero 5K/10K/Dash

SUMMER

The warm weather means one thing — it’s patio season at restaurants, breweries and coffee shops.

Saint Paul is home to one of the country’s top park systems. Hike, bike, paddle and picnic in the green spaces and natural places of the city.

Explore the 189 miles of bikeway along the Mississippi River on biking trails like the Gateway State Trail and the Capital City Bikeway.

Most summer nights of the week you can find an outdoor stage in Saint Paul featuring local musicians. In June, don’t miss the beloved Twin Cities Jazz Festival.

FLINT HILLS FAMILY FESTIVAL

FALL

Watch, cheer or run in one of the most scenic urban marathons around: the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon offers stunning fall scenery.

Break out your lederhosen for Oktoberfestivities. There is no shortage of opportunities and places to get your fill of brats and beer.

Shop the Saint Paul Farmers’ Market in Lowertown. Open Saturday and Sundays and filled with the freshest seasonal veggies, fruits and flowers from local farmers.

Honor Dias de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, on the West Side. This celebration of loved ones who have died honors traditions through creative workshops and events.

winter is pure magic

Warm up at one of the charming coffee houses scattered throughout town, or shop, have a little lunch or dinner — Saint Paul glows this time of year.

From the loveliness of fresh fallen snow clinging to the trees to the exhilaration of gliding around a skating rink on a clear blue day, the winter season is nothing less than spectacular in Saint Paul. Where else can you find a city that holds a 10-day carnival, just to celebrate the season?

The Saint Paul Winter Carnival began in 1886 and is the oldest and largest winter festival in the country. It includes two parades, free and low-cost family activities, ice and snow carvings, live music and appearances from the Royal Family and Vulcan Krewe. Many of the events are held in Rice Park and Landmark Plaza Park, as well as the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. It’s worth planning a trip to Saint Paul to participate in the fun! wintercarnival.com

During the holidays, shop artisan creations at the Landmark Center, Union Depot, Keg & Case Market or local breweries.

Take in the GLOW Holiday Festival at CHS Field in Lowertown. Spectacular lighted exhibits will get you in the spirit of the season, plus you’ll find plenty of opportunities to shop for unique gifts.

If the weather outside is frightful, a visit to the gardens of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory at Como Zoo can be delightful. The blast of tropical temps and the lush botanical beauty of the plant life in the conservatory are always in season.

For more unexpected ways to enjoy winter. VisitSaintPaul.com

ian oundo

Community builder. Social entrepreneur and system shifter. Husband to Laura. Owner/founder Rafiki Coffee & Cafe @rafikicoffeandcafe

“I believe Saint Paul’s diversity is its superpower. Because of the different cultures and people from all over the world who live and play and do business here in its neighborhoods, you can experience the world in this one city.”

“My passion is in community empowerment, but also public policy advocacy as it pertains to the African and immigrant community,” says Ian. That passion has influenced the mission of Rafiki Coffee & Cafe which is to build a more resilient, flourishing and connected community one coffee cup and conversation at a time.

Ian’s ultimate to do list:

• Visit the Little Africa Arts and Cultural District and the Hmong Village

• Stand on the steps of the State Capitol building and scan the entire area and realize where you are standing.

• Go to the Union Depot where the present and the past meet.

• Take the kids to Como Zoo.

• Eat at a restaurant on Grand Avenue or someplace Downtown

LITTLE AFRICA FESTIVAL

local pride

Discover more attractions, restaurants, breweries, museums and parks in these neighborhoods at VisitSaintPaul.com.

neighborhoods

CATHEDRAL HILL

Elegant. The stunning Cathedral of Saint Paul and historic homes dating back to the 1870s make this neighborhood beautiful year-round.

COMO PARK

Peaceful. This is your neighborhood to visit the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Paddle, bike or stroll around Como Lake and listen to lakeside concerts.

CREATIVE ENTERPRISE ZONE

Home to more than 300 creative businesses, this neighborhood is known for its spectacular murals painted on industrial spaces by local, national and international artists.

DISTRICT DEL SOL*

This lively stretch on the West Side authentically preserves its longstanding Latino roots. Music, food and dance are celebrated here.

DOWNTOWN

Romantic and exciting. Filled with culture, history, art and architecture, river views, parks to stroll, and museums to explore. And home to professional sporting events and chart-topping performances. The vibe is urban, yet laid back.

EAST SIDE*

The feeling of heritage is strong here in food, creative plates and flavors. This neighborhood is the place to try it all. Come hungry.

FROGTOWN & RONDO*

One of the most ethnically diverse neighborhoods in the region, this area is rich with pride, music, culture and a sense of community.

GRAND & SUMMIT

Famous for its five miles of Victorian homes and architecture along Summit Avenue and its 26-block shopping district along Grand Avenue — enchanting describes Grand & Summit.

HIGHLAND PARK

Parks define this neighborhood, most notably the new Highland Bridge project that will boast four new parks along 122 acres of Mississippi waterfront and include Hidden Falls Creek.

LITTLE AFRICA*

Get a feel for the vibrant art, clothing and traditions of Eritrea, Ethiopia, Nigeria and Somalia. The Midway Murals provide a stunning backdrop to this neighborhood.

LITTLE MEKONG*

Southeast Asian markets, culture and businesses define this area, named after the Mekong River which flows from China through Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.

LOWERTOWN

Old warehouses and railroad and bank buildings have been converted into galleries, coffee shops, restaurants and a Farmers’ Market. The feeling here is eclectic and inspiring.

NORTH END*

Historic North End, located north of the iconic Minnesota State Capitol and centered around Rice Street, dates back to the 1900s when many European immigrants moved to Saint Paul.

SELBY AT SNELLING

If you like to shop where owners greet you and you’re able to find unexpected gifts, vintage items and Minnesota spirit, this is your place.

WEST 7TH*

Saint Paul’s first settlement stretches along the river and has trails, craft breweries and restaurants galore. Small business owners here are interested in sustainability, food and fun.

Let us introduce you to neighborhoods that are historically significant, charming, diverse and authentic. Where people have created, crafted and lived for generations. And where you are welcomed by locals to explore and enjoy.

DAY TRIPS

Discover the charms, history, shops and wineries of other river towns like Stillwater, Hudson and Red Wing.

Spend the day at Mall of America, the nation’s largest indoor shopping mall and theme park with entertainment like Nickelodeon Universe®, Crayola Experience, The Lego Store and Sea Life® Minnesota Aquarium.

Tour Paisley Park, Prince’s creative sanctuary.

Visit Running Aces and Treasure Island for gaming, harness horse racing and entertainment.

See the animals at the Minnesota Zoo. Take in their new Treetop Trail — a 1.25 mile elevated pedestrian loop that brings you 32 feet above the ground for an immersive nature experience.

Take the family to Valley Fair, filled with roller coasters, thrill rides, Soak City Waterpark and a Planet Snoopy Kids’ Area.

Saint Paul is proud to be a vital part of the larger metropolitan area known as the Twin Cities — including Minneapolis to our west and the web of surrounding towns on our perimeter. There’s a lot to see and do close to you when Saint Paul is your home base.

get around the

metro

Both Saint Paul and Minneapolis share numerous national distinctions for best parks, food scene, health, creativity and more.

easy travels

UNION DEPOT

One of America’s great rail stations from the early 20th century, Union Depot welcomes travelers arriving by intercity rail and bus, local bus and light rail — even Mississippi riverboat. Bike storage, long-term parking and rental cars are available. Ten works of art created specially for the Depot can be seen throughout the building, including historic and multicultural murals and a giant illuminated Lite-Brite.

to conveniently get around.

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (MSP)

MSP is just 8 miles from downtown and has been ranked among the best and most reliable airports. It is the second-largest Delta Air Lines hub, connecting the city to 300+ destinations worldwide.

Need help? Ask a local. info@visitsaintpaul.com

651-265-4900

METRO TRANSIT LIGHT RAIL THE GREEN LINE

The 11-mile Green Line runs between Union Depot in Saint Paul and Target Field Station in Minneapolis. It passes through some of the city’s most historic and vibrant neighborhoods known for their award-winning restaurants, festivals and breweries. Riding is easy with stops along the way that include attractions like the Capitol, Minnesota Children’s Museum, Allianz Field, CHS Field, U.S. Bank Stadium and the University of Minnesota. Plan your trip at metrotransit.org.

Green Line (Light Rail) Station

Regional Multimodal Station

Green Line (Light Rail)

Plane, train or automobile — there are a multitude of ways to arrive in town and even more

YOUR GROUP MAY ALSO ENJOY MEETING AT THESE EXCELLENT VENUES:

• Science Museum of Minnesota

• Cooks of Crocus Hill

• Securian Club at CHS Field

• Minnesota History Center

• Landmark Center

a world of unique experiences

for your

next event

Saint Paul is Minnesota’s historic and cultural heart. A place where storied architectural masterpieces mingle with modern amenities to create trendsetting restaurants, revitalized hotels and venues packed with character. A safe, clean, accessible, culturally vibrant destination that offers a gracious welcome to those attending events large and small.

LEAVE THE MEETING BEHIND

Have some fun, visit the zoo, take in a game, visit a museum, see a performance, book a city tour, or explore the nooks and crannies of Landmark Center.

It’s easy to check us out: Explore everything conventions- and meeting-related at VisitSaintPaul.com/meetings.

AWARD-WINNING VENUES

Saint Paul RiverCentre is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2023. This 230,000 square foot versatile venue has a long history of bringing together people from around the world. A certified LEED, Green Globes, and the Event Industry Council sustainable venue, it is one of the city’s award-winning interconnected event complexes that also includes The Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium and Xcel Energy Center.

A short 8 miles from the Minneapolis-St. Paul airport

Learn more about how easy it is to get here and get around on page 47.

NEXT-LEVEL SERVICE

Our team members are pros who will keep pace with you from start to finish, planning your meeting or event — making sure every detail is covered right down to the exceptional food, beverages and elevated service you just can’t find anywhere else.

“That people from all over the country and the world choose to call Saint Paul home is a testament to our vision of creating a city built upon the shared values of inclusivity and equity.”

—Mayor Melvin Carter

vibrant inclusive globally competitive vibrant +

Economic development and culture are powerfully connected in Saint Paul. It’s what makes the city a thriving metropolitan community to a diverse array of over 300,000 people — and an accessible and welcoming environment for entrepreneurs from every corner of the world.

DEVELOPMENT

There is an incredible opportunity for ground-up development in Saint Paul.

Highland Bridge Development

This development along 122 acres of Mississippi waterfront will include four new parks and host 4,000 units of housing in the Highland Park area — sustainability and energy efficiency are at the core of this modern development, providing Saint Paul with a mixed-use urban oasis in which to live, work, and play.

RiversEdge Project

An ambitious $800 million redevelopment project along Saint Paul’s downtown riverfront will include a River Balcony promenade to better connect the public to the Mississippi river, as well as plans for a hotel, housing, retail and office space.

The Heights

The redevelopment of the 112-acre former Hillcrest Golf Course in Saint Paul’s East Side is underway. Community members, consultants and the Saint Paul Port Authority developed the Master Plan for this project designed to facilitate the creation of a vibrant jobs center with approximately 1,000 jobs, the potential for more than 1,000 housing units and the development of new park land.

INITIATIVES

An inclusive economy is being intentionally made in Saint Paul.

Full Stack Saint Paul

This initiative leverages the power of tech and innovation to drive sustainable, equitable economic development in Saint Paul by connecting leaders to a growing

meet the metro

network of resources and providing talent with pathways to careers.

Saint Paul Downtown Improvement District

Commercial property owners in downtown Saint Paul have come together to form a downtown improvement district dedicated to increased cleanliness, vibrancy and safety. The initiative includes an Ambassador program which puts eyes and ears in public spaces, creating a welcoming presence and improving cleanliness.

Saint Paul Downtown Alliance

Grow Downtown, part of the Let’s Grow StPL initiative, is a Saint Paul Downtown Alliance project dedicated to investing in those who will define the Saint Paul of tomorrow. Opportunities are being cultivated for diverse viewpoints and fresh ideas with empty retail space across downtown hosting local businesses for a six-month stretch of time.

15 Fortune 500 headquarters — more per capita than any other major metro

Top 10 best places for a healthy lifestyle

36 Colleges and universities — including globally ranked research universities

25.1 minutes average commute time

#1 ranked international airport #8 in creative diversity among major metros in the U.S.

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“Saint Paul’s business community is tightly knit and centered on connection. There’s a palpable optimism that fuels the city’s businesses and it’s wildly inspiring to be part of that energy.”

In 2017, Bethany, Alex, Liz and Erinn created The Coven, a community workspace for radical changemakers. “We tuned into data that said women+ were starting more than 1,800 new businesses each day,” says Bethany. “Our hunch was that women, nonbinary, and trans folks were searching for space where their professional and personal lives could intermingle.

“We started The Coven because we believed another world was possible. The Coven is open to everyone and today it has more than 1000 members who come from a wide array of industries including law, healthcare, finance, communications, government and politics.”

All 4 Coven Founders feel Saint Paul is:

• Diverse, charming and underrated.

• Oriented around possibility.

• Deeply sensitive to creating understanding and belonging.

• Filled with go-to neighborhood places for food and coffee like Nina’s Coffee Cafe. “We’re enamored with the spirit and hospitality there — and the great coffee and pastries.”

iverson, erinn farrell,liz giel & alex west steinman Founders of The Coven thecoven.com/st-paul

Accessibility Key

Arts & Culture

AAW GALLERY OF WOOD ART

Often surprising, always engaging, contemporary wood art. Historic lathes, educational exhibits, gifts.

222 Landmark Center St. Paul 55102 (651) 484-9094

galleryofwoodart.org

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CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES

For over 50 years, CDT has been “Entertaining You” with musicals, concerts, & comedy.

501 W 78th St Chanhassen 55317 (952) 934-1525

chanhassendt.com C

CIRCUS JUVENTAS

A performing arts circus school for youth celebrating 29 years of excellence in the circus arts.

1270 Montreal Ave St. Paul 55116 (651) 699-8229

circusjuventas.org

Highland Park P E R

GERMANIC-AMERICAN INSTITUTE

A leading German language and culture organization.

301 Summit Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-7027

gai-mn.org

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GREAT RIVER GALLERY

Fine Art Gallery and Private Pottery Events.

1163 7th St W St. Paul 55102 (612) 804-1708

pigseyepots.com

West 7th P E R

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HISTORY THEATRE

Entertains, educates & engages audiences by producing works about the diverse American experience.

30 E 10th St St. Paul 55101 (651) 292-4323 historytheatre.com

Downtown E R C

MINNESOTA MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART

Beautifully renovated art museum in a historic St. Paul location. Free admission.

350 Robert St N St. Paul 55101 (651) 797-2571

mmaa.org

Lowertown P E R C

MINNESOTA OPERA

Renowned for staging innovative works through gripping storytelling of drama, humor, and romance.

(612) 333-6669

Mnopera.org

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NEWSTUDIO GALLERY

Architecture firm with an art gallery and fabrication shop.

2303 Wycliff St St. Paul 55114 (651) 207-5527

newstudioarchitecture.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

ORDWAY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

The Twin Cities’ most inviting performance venue, offering a wide array of musicals and concerts.

345 Washington St St. Paul 55102 (651) 224-4222 ordway.org

Downtown E R

PARK SQUARE THEATRE

Professional productions in an intimate setting, filled with the Twin Cities’ top talent. 20 W 7th Pl St. Paul 55102 (651) 291-7005 parksquaretheatre.org

Downtown E R

PUBLIC ART SAINT PAUL

Nonprofit org working with the city to imagine & create a more just, sustainable, & beautiful city.

381 Wabasha St St. Paul 55102 (651) 290-0921 publicartstpaul.org

Downtown E R C

Attractions

CAN CAN WONDERLAND

Indoor mini-golf course designed by artists, retro arcade featuring >150 machines, full bar & food menu.

755 Prior Ave N St. Paul 55104 (651) 925-2261 cancanwonderland.com

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COMO PARK ZOO & CONSERVATORY

Open 365 days a year. Admission is free. Exotic animals & stunning gardens.

1225 Estabrook Dr St. Paul 55103 (651) 487-8201 comozooconservatory.org Como C

COMO TOWN AMUSEMENT PARK

Family-friendly theme park for kids ages 2–12.

1301 Midway Pkwy St. Paul 55103 (651) 487-2121 comotown.com Como C

CRAYOLA EXPERIENCE

Where color, chemistry and technology combine to create a one-of-a-kind family attraction at Mall of America.

300 South Ave Level 3 Bloomington 55425 (952) 883-8800 crayolaexperiencemn.com

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FLYOVER AMERICA

A ride like no other. You’ll soar over some of the USA’s most iconic locations.

5120 Center Court Mall of America Bloomington 55425 (952) 853-6000

flyover-america.com P E R C

KEG AND CASE WEST 7TH MARKET

Independent food, art and retail shops + hub for local entertainment located at the historic Schmidt Brewery. 928 West 7th St St. Paul 55104 (651) 443-6060 kegandcase.com West 7th

LAUGH CAMP COMEDY CLUB

Craft Beer, Cocktails & Cabaret. Downtown’s home for standup comedy, open mics, trivia and late-night pizza!

490 N Robert St St. Paul 55101 (866) 687-8525 camp-bar.net/laugh-campcomedy-club

Downtown E R C

MALL OF AMERICA

The largest shopping, dining and entertainment destination in the United States.

60 E Broadway Bloomington 55425 (952) 883-8800 mallofamerica.com C

MINNESOTA ZOO

One of the largest zoos in the nation! Be amazed! 13000 Zoo Blvd Apple Valley 55124 (952) 431-9200 mnzoo.org P E R C

NICKELODEON UNIVERSE®

The nation’s largest indoor theme park, home to seven acres of attractions.

2131 Lindau Lane Bloomington 55425 (952) 883-8809 nickelodeonuniverse.com

PINE TREE APPLE ORCHARD Strawberries–June. Apples, bakery, cider August–February. Seasonal hours.

450 Apple Orchard Rd White Bear Lake 55110 (651) 429-7202 pinetreeappleorchard.com

SAINT PAUL FARMERS’ MARKET

100% Locally Grown • 18 Twin Cities Locations • Open yearround.

290 E 5th St St. Paul 55101 (651) 227-8101 stpaulfarmersmarket.com C

TRAPPED PUZZLE ROOMS

Team-based puzzle experience. Each of our rooms tells a story and holds a mystery to uncover. 561 Snelling Ave S St. Paul 55116 (651) 760-3495 Highland Park P E R

VALLEYFAIR

MN’s best amusement park with 75+ rides, attractions, events & waterpark for the entire family!

1 Valleyfair Drive Shakopee 55379 (952) 445-7600 valleyfair.com

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XCEL ENERGY CENTER

Home to the NHL Minnesota Wild and premier venue for concerts and events.

199 Kellogg Blvd W St. Paul 55102 (651) 265-4800 Xcelenergycenter.com

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Museums & Historic Sites

ALEXANDER RAMSEY HOUSE

Visit one of the nation’s best preserved Victorian-era homes and learn about Minnesota in the 1870s.

265 S Exchange St St. Paul 55102 (651) 296-8760 mnhs.org/ramseyhouse West 7th P

BELL MUSEUM

Minnesota’s natural history museum & planetarium located on the University of Minnesota St. Paul campus. 2088 Larpenteur Ave W St. Paul 55108 (612) 626-9660 bellmuseum.umn.edu Saint Anthony Park C

CATHEDRAL OF SAINT PAUL

Recognized as a historic landmark, one of the most prominent buildings in the city and a center of spiritual worship.

239 Selby Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 228-1766 cathedralsaintpaul.org

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HISTORIC FORT SNELLING

Many voices, many stories, one place. Discover 10,000 years of Minnesota history at Fort Snelling.

200 Tower Ave St. Paul 55111 (612) 726-1171 mnhs.org

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HMONG CULTURAL CENTER

MUSEUM AND LIBRARY

Museum and Library that teaches about Hmong culture, history and contributions of Hmong to Minnesota.

375 University Ave, Ste 204 St. Paul 55103 (651) 917-9937 hmongcc.org

Frogtown P

JAMES J. HILL HOUSE

Explore the iconic 36,000-square-foot mansion built in 1891 for railroad

titan James J. Hill in 1891.

240 Summit Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 297-2555 mnhs.org/hillhouse

Cathedral Hill E R C

JULIAN H. SLEEPER

HOUSE MUSEUM

Exhibits life in 1880s; Pres. James A. Garfield Collection; Slovenia Exhibit.

66 Saint Albans St S St. Paul 55105 (651) 225-1505

julianhsleeperhouse.com

Grand Avenue

LANDMARK CENTER

A dynamic gathering place with free tours, museums, and cultural programs.

75 W 5th St St. Paul 55102 (651) 292-3225 landmarkcenter.org

Downtown E R

MINNESOTA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Three floors of hands-on, interactive exhibits that are fun for the whole family.

10 W 7th St St. Paul 55103 (651) 225-6000 mcm.org

Downtown C

MINNESOTA HISTORY CENTER

Celebrating Minnesota’s stories through inspiring exhibits, programs, and special events.

345 W Kellogg Blvd St. Paul 55102 (651) 259-3000 mnhs.org

Cathedral Hill C

MINNESOTA STATE CAPITOL

Explore this St. Paul landmark and learn about its incredible architecture, art, and history.

75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd St. Paul 55155 (651) 296-2881 mnhs.org/capitol

Downtown E R C

MINNESOTA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM

Explore and experience

Minnesota railroading at the historic Jackson Street Roundhouse.

193 Pennsylvania Ave E St. Paul 55103 (651) 228-0263 transportationmuseum.org

PAISLEY PARK

Tour Prince’s extraordinary private estate and production complex. 7801 Audubon Rd

Chanhassen 55317 (952) 470-2409

Officialpaisleypark.com

SCHUBERT CLUB MUSEUM

Explore how keyboard instruments changed over time and view original manuscripts by famous composers.

Landmark Center

75 W 5th St

St. Paul 55102 (651) 292-3268 schubert.org

Downtown E R C

SCIENCE MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA

One of the state’s oldest and most popular museums– offering exhibits, giant movies, and special events.

120 W Kellogg Blvd St. Paul 55102 (651) 221-9444 smm.org

Downtown C

WELCOME TO THE ORDWAY. From Tony Award®-winning productions that bring the magic of Broadway to downtown Saint Paul to concerts that celebrate a diverse range of musical genres, including classical, rock, jazz, and everything in between — the Ordway is your destination for performing arts. Experience this world-class venue and be moved and transformed by the power of the arts. ordway.org

TWIN CITY MODEL

RAILROAD MUSEUM

All ages toy train museum with hands-on displays, winter “Night Trains” event and birthday spaces.

668 Transfer Rd, #8

St. Paul 55114 (651) 647-9628

tcmrm.org

Creative Enterprise Zone

P E R C

UNION DEPOT

A historic railroad station, transit hub, public and private event venue in Lowertown, St. Paul.

214 E 4th St St. Paul 55101 (651) 202-2700

uniondepot.org

Lowertown C

VIKINGS MUSEUM

A place for fans to experience the comprehensive history of the Minnesota Vikings.

2645 Vikings Circle Eagan 55121 (651) 452-2626 Vikings.com/Museum

P E R C

Racetracks & Casinos

CANTERBURY PARK

24/7/365 Card Casino, Entertainment, Events & Live Horse Racing MaySeptember.

1100 Canterbury Rd S Shakopee 55379 (952) 445-7223

canterburypark.com

Twin Cities Metro

BF/LH/DN/HH/LN C

RUNNING ACES CASINO

HOTEL & RACETRACK

Blackjack, table games, poker, stadium gaming, horse racing, and fullservice hotel.

15201 Running Aces Blvd Columbus 55025 (651) 925-4600

RunAces.com P E R C

TREASURE ISLAND RESORT AND CASINO

Minnesota’s premier entertainment destination.

5734 Sturgeon Lake Rd Welch 55089 (800) 222-7077 ticasino.com C

Retail

A. JOHNSON & SONS FLORIST

St. Paul’s largest selection of flowers located on historic Grand Avenue. Stop by and smell our roses.

1738 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 698-6000 jflorist.com Grand Avenue P

CANDYLAND

A tradition of popcorn (Chicago Mix®), fine chocolates and great selection of your favorite candy.

435 N Wabasha St St. Paul 55102 (651) 292-1191 CandylandStore.com Downtown E

COOKIE CART

A nonprofit cookie bakery employing & teaching teens work, life, & leadership skills.

946 Payne Ave St. Paul 55130 (612) 521-0855 cookiecart.org East Side C

COOKS OF CROCUS HILL

Cooking classes, private culinary events and retail store.

877 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 228-1333

Cooksofcrocushill.com Grand Avenue P

DGPILOT Minnesota Made Local Goods, Travel-Inspired Gifts & Accessories, Puzzles & Games, Model Airplanes.

406A St. Peter Street St. Paul 55102 (651) 347-0730 dgpilot.com Downtown P

EVERGREEN COLLECTIVE

Discover a curated selection of eco & ethicallymade home goods that make sustainable living simple!

1104 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 395-7107

ecoevergreen.co

Grand Avenue E R C

GOLDEN FIG FINE FOODS

The top choice for local chocolates, cheeses, gift baskets and hundreds of locally produced goods.

794 Grand Ave

St. Paul 55105 (651) 602-0144

goldenfig.com

Grand Avenue P C

GOODTHINGS

Boutique with trendy and classic home decor, gifts, gardening, clothing, accessories & more.

1082 Grand Ave

St. Paul 55105 (651) 222-0321

shopgoodthings.com

Grand Avenue

IRISH ON GRAND

Your source for anything

Irish. Jewelry, clothing, food, music, crystal, pottery and much more.

1124 Grand Ave. St. Paul 55105 (651) 222-5151

irishongrand.com

Grand Avenue

J.W. HULME

Established brand specializing in artisancrafted leather products, including handbags & luggage.

867 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (800) 442-8212

jwhulme.com

Grand Avenue

LANDMARK JEWELERS

Our store offers unique jewelry including estate, custom pieces, watches, giftware and jewelry repairs.

402 Saint Peter St St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-2282

landmarkjewelers.net

Downtown C

LEATHER WORKS MINNESOTA

Handmade leather dry goods in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

308 E Prince St St. Paul 55101 (651) 458-3500 leatherworksminnesota.com

Lowertown

LEGACY CHOCOLATES

Chocolate café dedicated to restoring the fine craft of real chocolate and gourmet drinks.

141 E 4th St, Suite #223 St. Paul 55101 (651) 340-5252

legacychocolates.com

Downtown C

LIP ESTEEM

We are a beauty bar that offers makeup applications and makeup lessons. We also sell plant based lip products.

876 Selby Ave St. Paul 55104 (651) 788-7868

lipesteem.com

Snelling at Selby E R

LULA

Lula Vintage, established in 1992, is a clothing store carrying seasonal vintage wear for both men and women.

1587 Selby Ave St. Paul 55104 (651) 644-4110

lulavintagemn.com

Selby at Snelling

MARTHA’S GARDENS

A retail studio filled with special gifts and the freshest of flowers both local and imported.

1593 Selby Ave St. Paul 55104 (651) 696-2993

marthasfloralstudio.com

Selby at Snelling

PETEK TRADING CO.

Ethically sourced and carefully curated goods from Turkey.

24 W 7th Place St. Paul 55102 (612) 655-7582

petektradingco.com

Downtown

RED BALLOON BOOKSHOP

We provide books, gifts and events that inspire and entertain children of all ages and adults.

891 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 224-8320

redballoonbookshop.com

Grand Avenue P E R

SCARBOROUGH FAIR

Designer fashions for women of every size. Check the home page for open studio hours or call/ text for appointment.

1583 Hamline Ave NLower Level Falcon Heights 55108 (651) 402-6441 scarboroughfairshop.com

Como P

STORMSISTER SPATIQUE

An online beauty boutique featuring carefully curated lotions, potions and serums for hair, skin, and body. stormsister.biz

(612) 716-5480

Shopping Centers

ROSEDALE CENTER

Features the perfect combination of shopping, restaurants and entertainment.

Over 160 stores!

1595 Highway 36 W Roseville 55113 (651) 638-3553 myrosedale.com C

Sightseeing & Tours

CELESTIAL TOURS

Historic walking tours and events including gangster, gilded age, German Upper Town, literary crawl and more!

26 E Exchange St Celeste Hotel St. Paul 55101 (651) 243-1707 celestial-tours.com

Downtown

CYNCITY TOURS

Authentic, compelling and entertaining tours in Saint Paul! Featuring gangsters, ghosts and history!

(651) 357-4053 cyncitytours.com

GETKNIT EVENTS

Public and private events featuring breweries, wineries, restaurants, and other local businesses.

(855) 333-5648 getknitevents.com

MN HELICOPTERS, INC.

The sky’s the limit with Minnesota Helicopter tours.

644 Bayfield St St. Paul 55107 (651) 450-0521 minnesotashelicopters.com/ helicopter-tours

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ST. PAUL GHOST WALKS

St. Paul’s original haunted history walking tour. Real ghost stories. Real spooky fun.

(833) 446-7813 stpaulghosts.com

TWIN CITIES SIGHTSEEING TOURS

Entertaining bus and walking tours with history, culture, gangsters, barons, art. Public, private, custom.

2600 University Ave SE #600 Minneapolis 55414 (612) 750-9898

TwinCitiesSightseeingTours. com

WABASHA STREET CAVES

Event facility which also runs cave tours and gangster tours in Saint Paul.

215 Wabasha St S St. Paul 55107 (651) 224-1191 wabashastreetcaves.com West Side C

Sports & Recreation

AFTON ALPS

With nearly 300 skiable acres, 48 trails, 18 lifts and four terrain parks, fun for all levels.

6600 Peller Ave S Hastings 55033 (651) 436-5245 aftonalps.com C

FLANNELJAX’S AXETHROWING

Hit bulls-eye by choosing St. Paul’s premier Lumbersport Axe-perience to unleash your Inner Lumberjack!

755 Prior Ave N, Suite 102 St. Paul 55101 (612) 268-4800 flanneljaxs.com Creative Enterprise Zone

FROGTOWN CURLING CLUB

Experience curling! Come to the Fun Club: learn to sweep, throw stones, & socialize like curlers do!

743 Western Ave N St. Paul 55103 (651) 558-2200 frogtowncurling.org Frogtown C

HIGHLAND NATIONAL

GOLF COURSE

An upscale 18-hole par-72 municipal golf course. 1403 Montreal Ave St. Paul 55116 (651) 695-3774

HIGHLAND 9-HOLE

GOLF COURSE

Regulation par 35 that also features FootGolf. 1797 Edgcumbe Rd St. Paul 55116 (651) 695-3708 golfstpaul.org Highland Park

MOUNT FRONTENAC GOLF COURSE

Stunning 18-hole course that overlooks the Mississippi River Bluffs and Lake Pepin. 32420 Ski Rd Frontenac 55026 (800) 488-5826 mountfrontenac.com

MUSA SPORTS

The Twin Cities premier recreational adult sports league! (612) 481-7726 musasports.com

PADDLE BRIDGE

KAYAK TOURS

Accessible and expertly guided kayak tours on the Mississippi River and in the Twin Cities since 2018. (612) 423-3838

paddlebridge.com

Twin Cities Metro

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ST. PAUL YACHT CLUB

Operating two harbor facilities in St. Paul’s Harriet Island Regional Park with 180 boat slips. 100 Yacht Club Rd B-1 Saint Paul 55107 (651) 292-8964

stpaulyachtclub.org

West Side

TWIN CITIES IN MOTION

Organizer of the region’s premier running events, including Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend. 2635 University Ave W Suite 190 St. Paul 55114 (651) 289-7700

tcmevents.org

Sports Teams

MINNESOTA ROLLER DERBY

Flat-track, skaterowned roller derby in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN.

Roy Wilkins Auditorium 175 W Kellogg Blvd St. Paul 55102 (320) 634-6674

mnrollerderby.com

Downtown

MINNESOTA UNITED Minnesota’s Major League Soccer team. Scarves Up Minnesota! Allianz Field

400 Snelling Ave N St. Paul 55104 (763) 4-SOCCER

mnufc.com

Midway

MINNESOTA VIKINGS

National Football League team that plays their games at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 2600 Vikings Cir Eagan 55121 (612) 338-4537 vikings.com

Twin Cities Metro

MINNESOTA WILD

The Wild play 41 games at Xcel Energy Center. Visit wild.com for tickets. 317 Washington St St. Paul 55102 (651) 602-6000 wild.com Downtown C

MINNESOTA WIND CHILL

Men’s Professional Ultimate Frisbee Team playing out of Seafoam Stadium. 281 Hamline Ave N St. Paul 55104 windchillultimate.com

ST. PAUL SAINTS BASEBALL

Fun meets baseball as the Minnesota Twins Triple-A affiliate entertains Twin Cities fans from AprilSeptember.

360 Broadway St St. Paul 55101 (651) 644-6659 saintsbaseball.com

Lowertown

P E R C

Events & Festivals

THE BEER DABBLER

Supporting the craft beer community in MN through festivals and events.

360 Toronto St St. Paul 55102 (651) 528-8752 beerdabbler.com

EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS MARKET

The only authentic European style outdoor Christmas Market in Minnesota running for 4 weekends!

240 East Kellogg Boulevard

St. Paul 55101 (651) 647-6250

stpaulchristmasmarket.org

Lowertown C

IRISH FAIR OF MINNESOTA

Join the Irish community of Minnesota August 9-11 for 3 days celebrating all things Ireland!

Harriet Island Regional Park St. Paul 55107 (651) 645-0221 irishfair.com

MINNESOTA STATE FAIR

World-class showcase of food, entertainment, agriculture, competition, shopping, rides, exhibits & more!

1265 Snelling Ave N St. Paul 55108 (651) 288-4400 mnstatefair.org P E R

MN CHRISTMAS MARKET

An annual pop-up holiday market that showcases homegrown brands, artisans, makers and creators. $1 entry.

214 4th Street East. St. Paul 55101 (612) 716-5480 mnchristmasmarket.com Lowertown C

SAINT PAUL WINTER CARNIVAL

The 138th Saint Paul Winter Carnival will be held January 25-February 3, 2024 and will be worth the trip!

75 W 5th St St. Paul 55102 (651) 223-7400 wintercarnival.com

TWIN CITIES BRIDAL SHOW

The Twin Cities Bridal Show is the fun way to book your wedding vendors!

175 W. Kellogg Blvd St. Paul 55102 (888) 715-7620 theweddingguys.com C

TWIN CITIES PRIDE

We bring the greater LGBTQ community together in events that celebrate the entire community.

2021 E Hennepin Ave Suite 402-7 Minneapolis 55413 (612) 255-3260 tcpride.org P E

[ GETTING AROUND ]

Transportation

DELTA AIR LINES

Delta/Delta Connection carriers offer service to 311 destinations in 54 countries on six continents. (800) 221-1212 delta.com

ECLIPSE GLOBAL TRANSPORTATION

Eclipse provides complete worldwide ground transportation services. 44 Moreland Ave E West St. Paul 55118 (651) 293-1111 eclipsecars.com

GOGO CHARTERS MINNEAPOLIS

Rent a private bus with GOGO Charters to get around Minnesota with ease. 79 13th Ave NE Ste 105 Minneapolis 55413 (612) 314-8912

gogocharters.com/ minneapolis-charter-bus

JEFFERSON LINES

Intercity bus service & affordable charters, free Wi-Fi. Depot locations in Twin Cities Metro. 2100 East 26th St Minneapolis 55404 (800) 451-5333

jeffersonlines.com

METRO TRANSIT

Light rail and bus service make getting around town easy and stress-free. 560 6th Ave N Minneapolis 55411-4398 (612) 373-3333 metrotransit.org

METROPOLITAN AIRPORT COMMISSION

Owner and operator of seven airports, including MSP International. 6040 28th Ave S Minneapolis 55450 (612) 726-8100 metroairports.org

MINNEAPOLIS CHARTER BUS COMPANY

Reserve sanitized charter bus and minibus rentals with Minneapolis Charter Bus Company. 5511 Minnehaha Ave #202

Minneapolis 55417 (612) 286-1606

minneapolischarterbuscompany.com E R

NATIONAL CHARTER BUS ST. PAUL

A charter rental company for group transportation. Contact us today to rent a bus for any occasion! (844) 755-0510 nationalbuscharter.com/ st-paul-charter-bus

NORTHFIELD LINES, INC. Your one-stop shop for motorcoach transportation locally and nationwide. 1034 Gemini Rd Eagan 55121 (651) 203-8888 northfieldlines.com

PREMIER TRANSPORTATION

Premier Transportation is a full-service chauffeured transportation company.

999 American Blvd Minneapolis 55420 (612) 331-7433

premiertrans.com

SCHMITTY & SONS

TRANSPORTATION/GRAY

LINE MINNESOTA

Gray Line MN operated by Schmitty & Sons, has over 70 years experience in tours and transportation.

22750 Pillsbury Ave

Lakeville 55044 (952) 985-7514

grayline-mpls.com

ST. PAUL DOWNTOWN AIRPORT

The Twin Cities metro area’s primary facility for private business aviation.

644 Bayfield St St. Paul 55107 (651) 224-4306

metroairports.org/GeneralAviation/Airports/St-Paul.aspx

Downtown

TOTAL TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION

Corporate, luxury, motor coach, national & international chauffeur driven vehicle services 24/7/365.

6 Long Lake Rd St. Paul 55115 (651) 770-5668 totallimo.com

[ BREWERIES ]

Breweries

BAD WEATHER BREWING COMPANY

Approachable, genuine, and high-quality, we’re proud to say our beers offer a great taste for every season.

414 7th St W St. Paul 55102 (651) 207-6627

badweatherbrewery.com

West 7th

BANG BREWING

Dedicated organic brewery featuring a one-off grain bin brewery/taproom & native prairie beer garden. 2320 Capp Rd St. Paul 55114

bangbrewing.com

Creative Enterprise Zone C

BARREL THEORY BEER COMPANY

Craft brewery dedicated to great beer and exceptional customer service.

248 E 7th St St. Paul 55101 (651) 600-3422

barreltheory.com

Lowertown E R

CLUTCH BREWING

Dedicated to craftsmanship - in brewing, in art, in community. Located in Keg & Case Market.

928 W 7th St St. Paul 55102 (651) 340-2523

clutchbeer.com

West 7th

DUAL CITIZEN BREWING COMPANY

A community-focused brewhouse & taproom offering inspired, modern takes on familiar favorites.

725 Raymond Ave St. Paul 55114 (651) 330-4750

dualcitizenbrewing.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

LAKE MONSTER BREWING

Local legends. Amazing beer, a monstrous patio, fun food trucks and games for adults and kids alike.

550 Vandalia St, 160 St. Paul 55114 (612) 964-6288

LakeMonsterBrewing.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

METRONOME BREWERY

A socially missioned brewery in Lowertown St. Paul dedicated to funding music education.

385 Broadway St St. Paul 55101 (651) 317-9080

metronomebrewery.com

Lowertown C

SAINT PAUL BREWING

Saint Paul Brewing resides within the original Hamm’s Brewery complex, and offers a full menu.

688 Minnehaha Ave E St. Paul 55106 (651) 698-1945

stpaulbrewing.com

East Side C

SUMMIT BREWING

Founded in St. Paul in 1986, Summit Brewing pioneered the Minnesota craft brewing scene.

910 Montreal Circle St. Paul 55102 (651) 265-7800

summitbrewing.com West 7th C

SURLY BREWING COMPANY

Surly’s destination brewery combines beer, food, pizza, tours, and retail for a singular experience.

520 Malcolm Ave SE Minneapolis 55414 (763) 999-4040 surlybrewing.com C

TWIN CITIES BREWERY TOURS

Bus tours to local craft breweries, distilleries, cideries for delicious drinks. Public, private, custom.

2600 University Ave SE #500 Minneapolis 55114 (612) 750-9898

TwinCitiesBreweryTours.com

URBAN GROWLER BREWING COMPANY

The first women-owned microbrewery in MN. Taproom, kitchen, beer garden, packaging.

2325 Endicott St St. Paul 55114 (651) 340-5793

urbangrowlerbrewing.com

Creative Enterprise Zone P E R C

WABASHA BREWING COMPANY

Located on St. Paul’s Westside, we create classic, innovative and award winning beers.

429 Wabasha St S St. Paul 55107 (651) 224-2102 wabashabrewing.com West Side

WALDMANN BREWERY

Civil War-era German lager brewery and restaurant housed in St. Paul’s oldest commercial building.

445 Smith Ave N St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-1857 waldmannbrewery.com West 7th P E R

Dining

A-SIDE PUBLIC HOUSE

Through craft food, cocktails and coffee we strive to create unique experiences for those who enter our doors.

754 Randolph Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 756-1351

asidepublichouse.com West 7th

AGRA CULTURE KITCHEN

For everyone. No matter what your food practice, we have a field of chef-crafted options for you.

721 Cleveland Ave S St. Paul 55116 (651) 788-7009 agra-culture.com

Highland

APOSTLE SUPPER CLUB

The Apostle Supper Club is the place for nostalgic fun and food in the heart of the city.

253 Kellogg Blvd W St. Paul 55102 (651) 340-8987

apostlesupperclub.com

Downtown

BENNETT’S CHOP AND RAILHOUSE

A cozy neighborhood restaurant that specializes in classic American food.

1305 7th St W St. Paul 55102 (651) 228-1408

bennettschopandrailhouse.com West 7th

BF/LH/DN/HH/LN E

BIG RIVER PIZZA

Wood-fired pizza shop serving “Minne-politan” style pizzas, beer, and wine. Private room available.

280 East 5th St St. Paul 55101 (651) 683-2186

Bigriverpizza.com

Lowertown E R C

BOM DIA TREATS

A small food business that offers açaí, smoothie bowls of different flavors and cold-pressed juice.

769 Cleveland Ave S St. Paul 55116 (651) 448-1391

instagram.com/ bomdiatreats Highland Park

[ EAT & DRINK ]

S a i n t P a u l ’ s f r i e n d l i e s t . C o o l e s t p a t i o i n t o w n !

O f f e r i n g s m a l l b a t c h b e e r , s e l t z e r , a n d k o m b u c h a a l o n g s i d e a b r a n d n e w c h e f - d r i v e n

m e n u , p r o u d l y s e r v e d i n a n a r t f u l l y e c l e c t i c s e t t i n g . P l u s : p r i v a t e e v e n t s .

Come for the history, stay for the beer, food, & view

stpaulbrewing.com

BREAD AND CHOCOLATE

Freshly baked cookies, bars, croissants and gourmet sandwiches & paninis.

867 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 228-1017

breadandchocolatebakery. com

Grand Avenue C

BRUNSON’S PUB

Neighborhood pub on Payne Ave. serving scratch made food, drinks, and good times!

956 Payne Ave St. Paul 55130 (651) 447-2483

brunsonspub.com East Side

THE BULLDOG

LOWERTOWN

Locally owned bar and restaurant with great craft beer and food.

237 6th Street East St. Paul 55102 (651) 221-0750 thebulldoglowertown. com

Lowertown E R C

BURGER MOE’S

60+ beers on tap and great burgers. A top patio in St. Paul. Great happy hour & $6 burger Monday!

242 W 7th St St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-3100

burgermoes.com

Downtown P E R

THE BUTTERED TIN

The Buttered Tin is a warm and welcoming corner café and bakery.

237 7th St E St. Paul 55101 (651) 224-2300

thebutteredtin.com

Lowertown C

CAFE ASTORIA

Locally owned coffee cafe and creperie, specializing in creative coffee drinks, delicious food, and friendly service.

180 Grand Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 340-9471 West 7th

CAFE LATTE

Gourmet cafeteria, retail bakery, and pizza & wine bar.

850 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 224-5687

cafelatte.com

Grand Avenue C

CASPER & RUNYON’S SHAMROCKS

Enjoy an award winning Juicy Lucy, a few drinks or have a tasty dinner.

995 W 7th St St. Paul 55102 (651) 228-9925

crnook.com West 7th

CASPER’S & RUNYON’S NOOK

A small place with big burgers. Known for award winning Juicy Lucys.

492 Hamline Ave S St. Paul 55116 (651) 698-4347

crnook.com

Highland

CITIZEN

Restaurant and bar. Modern American Cuisine featuring small plates.

11 Kellogg Blvd E St. Paul 55101 (651) 605-0190

citizensaintpaul.com

Downtown C

CITY HOUSE

Food truck offerings in a restored grain elevator on the Mississippi River.

258 Mill St St. Paul 55102 redriverkitchen.com/cityhouse

P E

COLOSSAL CAFE – COMO

Serving food made-fromscratch! Nitrogen-infused cold brew coffee on tap as well as wine and beer.

2315 Como Ave St. Paul 55108 (651) 797-4027 colossalcafe.com

Como C

COLOSSAL CAFE – GRAND

Serving made-from-scratch food. Full espresso bar, beer and wine.

1340 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 414-0543

colossalcafe.com

Grand Avenue C

COSSETTA ALIMENTARI

Exceptionale authentic Italian destination. Pizzeria, Italian Market, Pasticceria and Louis.

211 7th St W St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-3476 cossettas.com

West 7th

DOCK & PADDLE

Offering American picnic style food in the historic Como Lakeside Pavilion.

1360 Lexington Pkwy N St. Paul 55103 (651) 300-4847 dockandpaddle.com

Como P E R C

DOWNTOWNER WOODFIRE GRILL

Breakfast, lunch & dinner served 7 days a week in a warm cozy setting. Private dining room available.

253 W 7th St St. Paul 55102 (651) 228-9500 downtownerwoodfire.com

Downtown C

EL BURRITO MERCADO

El Burrito Mercado is real, it is La Experencia Mexicana.

175 Cesar Chavez St St. Paul 55107 (651) 227-2192

elburritomercado.com

West Side

FLAVA CAFE

A Black-woman-owned social enterprise coffee shop and cafe located in the St. Paul’s Frogtown neighborhood.

623 University Ave W St. Paul 55104 (651) 348-7472 flavacafe.org

Frogtown

FRENCH MEADOW

BAKERY AND CAFE

We offer a wide variety of gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, and organic menu items.

1662 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 789-8870

frenchmeadowcafe.com

Grand Avenue C

THE GNOME CRAFT PUB

Saint Paul’s own Guardian of Good, offering supper club fare and everything on tap.

498 Selby Ave

St. Paul 55102 (651) 219-4233

thegnomepub.com

Cathedral Hill

GOOD EARTH RESTAURANT

Natural food restaurant concept offering breakfast, lunch, dinner & party platters.

1901 W Highway 36 Roseville 55113 (651) 636-0956

goodearthmn.com C

GRAND OLE CREAMERY & PIZZERIA

Homemade ice-cream, malted waffle cones, and pizza. Serving the Twin Cities since 1984!

750 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 293-1655

grandolecreamery.com

Grand Avenue P E R C

GREAT HARVEST BREAD COMPANY

Our aroma and taste will satisfy you every time. Fresh, real food. Catering at your service.

534 Selby Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 221-1057

stpaulbread.com

Cathedral Hill C

GREEN MILL RESTAURANT & BAR

Come visit the original Green Mill on the historic Grand Avenue strip.

1342 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 698-0353

greenmill.com

Grand Avenue C

GROVELAND TAP

Laid-back joint offering pub grub & a large array of tap beers, plus a pool table & jukebox.

1834 St. Clair Ave

St. Paul 55105 (651) 699-5058

grovelandtap.com

Highland Park

HEADWATERS CAFE

Fresh-from-scratch food for breakfast, lunch & events at RiverCentre & Xcel.

175 W Kellogg Blvd St. Paul 55102 (651) 726-8402

mhcculinarygroup.com/ headwaters Downtown C

HERBIE’S ON THE PARK

Featuring upscale tavern fare & handcrafted cocktails in the heart of Saint Paul. 317 Washington St St. Paul 55102 (651) 726-1700

herbiesonthepark.com

Downtown

HIGHLAND GRILL

We serve fresh, always made from scratch fare using local ingredients. 771 Cleveland Ave S St. Paul 55116 (651) 690-1173

highlandgrill.com

Highland Park

HOLMAN’S TABLE

Locally-sourced & worldlyinspired modern cuisine and classic bar located at historic Holman Field. 644 Bayfield St St. Paul 55107 (612) 261-1620

holmanstable.com

Downtown P E R C

Aug.

Aug.

HOPE BREAKFAST BAR

Here to start your day with optimism. From our unique spaces to our fresh take on breakfast favorites.

1 S Leech St St. Paul 55102 (651) 330-8996

hopebreakfast.com

West 7th

IRON RANGER

Neighborhood pub inspired by the rich traditions of Northern Minnesota’s Iron Range.

1085 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 487-1913

ironrangermn.com

Grand Avenue P E R C

J. SELBY’S

St. Paul’s first completely plant-based restaurant featuring comfort favorites.

169 Victoria St N St. Paul 55104 (651) 222-3263

jselbys.com

Rondo E R C

KINCAID’S RESTAURANT

A classic American steakhouse.

380 Saint Peter St St. Paul 55102 (651) 602-9000

kincaids.com

Downtown C

LA GROLLA

A lively fine dining Italian restaurant located in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of St. Paul.

452 Selby Avenue St. Paul 55102 (651) 221-1061

la-grolla.com

Cathedral Hill

LOON CAFE ST. PAUL

Casual, friendly, and award-winning with a great patio.

426 St. Peter St St. Paul 55102 (651) 330-4777

Looncafestpaul.com

Downtown E R C

LOUIS RISTORANTE & BAR

The place to raise a glass, celebrate or just mingle and be.

211 7th St W, 3rd floor St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-7378

cossettas.com/louisristorante-bar

West 7th

LUCI ANCORA

Italian fine dining, nightly tasting menu + house made Heritage Wheat pasta.

@LuciRestaurants

2060 Randolph Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 698-6889

luciancora.com

Highland Park C

MANCINI’S

St. Paul tradition since 1948. Steak house with Vegas lounge.

531 W 7th St St. Paul 55102 (651) 224-7345 mancinis.com

West 7th C

MERITAGE

Fine French cuisine in a historical setting with acclaimed Oyster Bar in the heart of downtown Saint Paul.

410 Saint Peter St St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-5670 meritage-stp.com

Downtown

MOMENTO RESTAURANT + BAR

Our menu of modern, woodfired American cuisine also offers vegetarian, glutenfree and kids’ items.

360 St. Peter St St. Paul 55102 momento-stp.com

Downtown

P E R

MUCCI’S ITALIAN

Italian American food inspired by family and served with love in the West 7th neighborhood.

786 Randolph Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 330-2245 muccisItalian.com West 7th C

THE NAUGHTY GREEK

Athenian street food made fresh with authentic and traditional recipes.

181 N Snelling Ave St. Paul 55104 Selby at Snelling University

2400 University Ave W St. Paul 55114 (651) 219-4438 thenaughtygreek.com Creative Enterprise Zone

NEW BOHEMIA

Craft Beer Hall featuring local Bratwurst and one Giant Pretzel. 222 7th Street W St. Paul 55102 (651) 330-8267 newbohemiausa.com

Downtown

NINA’S

A coffee shop located in the historic Blair Arcade building. Your local hangout serving amazing customer service and coffee.

165 Western Ave N St. Paul 55102 (651) 292-9816

Cathedral Hill

NOTHING BUNDT CAKES

Bundtini’s, Bundlets, and 8” & 10” Cakes

1580 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 683-2343

nothingbundtcakes.com

Grand Avenue

PARLOUR ST. PAUL

Visit Parlour St. Paul for the unrivaled Parlour burger, inviting atmosphere with craft cocktails. 267 W 7th St St. Paul 55201 (651) 207-4433 parlourbar.com

West 7th

PATRICK MCGOVERN’S PUB

Charming neighborhood pub, award-winning patio— great food & atmosphere!

225 7th St W St. Paul 55102 (651) 224-5821

patmcgoverns.com

West 7th P E R

RAFIKI COFFEE & CAFE

A BIPOC owned coffee shop, nestled in the St Paul, Little Africa Arts, Cultural, & Business District.

540 Fairview Ave N, Suite 101 St. Paul 55104 (651) 493-9117

rafikicoffeecafe.com

Midway C

RED COW

Celebrating finely crafted eats and drinks with a focus on gourmet burgers, craft beers, and fine wine.

393 Selby Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 789-0545

redcowmn.com

Cathedral Hill C

RED RABBIT

Rustic-chic spot pairing craft cocktails & wine with pizzas, pastas, oysters & Italian small plates.

788 Grand Avenue

St. Paul 55105 (651) 444-5995

redrabbitmn.com

Grand Avenue

RIVAL HOUSE SPORTING

PARLOUR

Interactive board & electronic games, woodfired pizza, plates & pints.

411 Minnesota St St. Paul 55101 (651) 255-0645

rivalhousestpaul.com

Downtown P E R C

SAINT DINETTE

Spain has tavernas, Italy trattorias, and Germany its rathskellers…St. Paul has, Saint Dinette.

261 East 5th St St. Paul 55101 (651) 800-1415

saintdinette.com

Lowertown

SAKURA RESTAURANT

A traditional Japanese restaurant for all to enjoy.

350 Saint Peter St St. Paul 55102 (651) 224-0185

sakurastpaul.com

Downtown P E R C

SALUT BAR AMERICAIN

Your Brasserie down the block!

917 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 917-2345

salutbaramericain.com

Grand Avenue C

SAWATDEE THAI RESTAURANT

Providing award-winning Thai Cuisine since 1983. Located in downtown St Paul, offering full bar and catering.

486 Robert St N St. Paul 55101 (651) 528-7106

sawatdee.com

Downtown E R C

SEVENTH STREET TRUCK PARK

Hip, laid-back food hall for counter-serve tacos, pizza & ribs, plus cocktails, TVs & games.

214 7th St W St. Paul 55102 (651) 340-8431

truckparkusa.com

West 7th

THE ST. PAUL GRILL

Our culinary team prepares American steakhouse classics with unparalleled quality and attention-todetail.

350 Market St St. Paul 55102 (651) 224-7455

stpaulgrill.com

Downtown C

ST. PAUL TAP SPORTS BAR & GAMING CO.

Bar and grill featuring arcade games, build your own burgers and homemade pizzas.

825 W Jefferson Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 227-6315 stpaultapmn.com

West 7th P E R

STELLA BELLE KITCHEN & BAKERY

Sister restaurant of Cafe Astoria serving Mediterranean-inspired food with an extensive menu.

325 7th St W St. Paul 55102 (651) 508-1654 stellabelle-stpaul.com West 7th

SWEETGREEN

A salad chain serving fresh and delicious meals made from locally sourced, organic ingredients.

735 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 240-4070

Sweetgreen.com Grand Avenue C

TASTE OF RONDO

Taste of the south with the flavor of home. Honoring the Rondo history.

976 Concordia Ave St. Paul 55104 (651) 348-2615 tasteofrondo.com

Rondo

TOM REID’S HOCKEY CITY PUB

Named Twin Cities’ best sports bar. Huge menu. Open daily 11am until 2am. 258 W 7th St St. Paul 55102 (651) 292-9916

TomReidsHockeyCityPub.com West 7th C

URBAN WOK

Fresh global fusion stir fry! Signature sauces are gluten free, vegan & made from scratch daily.

209 4th St E St. Paul 55101 (651) 493-4717 urbanwokusa.com

Lowertown

WA FROST

Experience their casual upscale American cuisine and award-winning wine cellar.

374 Selby Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 224-5715

wafrost.com

Cathedral Hill

WORKHORSE COFFEE BAR

Serving up a winning combination of excellent craft coffee paired with stellar customer service.

2399 University Ave W St. Paul 55114 (651) 348-7561

workhorsecoffee.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

E R C

YUM! KITCHEN AND BAKERY

Homemade, seasonal food available for dine-in and takeout located on the corner of Snelling and Selby Ave. St. Paul MN (651) 615-1230

yumkitchen.com

Snelling at Selby

BF/LN/DN P

YUMI SUSHI BAR

Dedicated to serving the finest sushi in Minnesota and bringing you that unforgettable experience.

400 Selby Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 207-6810

yumisushibar.com

Cathedral Hill

Food Tours

TASTE TWIN CITIES

Tasty tours of local food, sights, history of the Twin Cities. Also winery tours! Public, private, custom.

2600 University Ave SE #500

Minneapolis 55114 (612) 750-9898

TasteTwinCities.com

Live Music Venues

AMSTERDAM BAR AND HALL

Amsterdam Bar and Hall is Saint Paul’s premier and most versatile venue, restaurant and event space.

6 W 6th St St. Paul 55102 (612) 285-3112

amsterdambarandhall.com

Downtown C

MINNESOTA MUSIC CAFE

Live music venue and winner of Star Tribune

“Minnesota’s Best Concert Venue.”

499 Payne Ave St. Paul 55130 (651) 776-4699

minnesotamusiccafe.com

East Side C

PAPA LEGBA LOUNGE

A place where you can experience the best of everything, great company with relaxing music.

202 Cesar Chavez St St. Paul 55107 (651) 207-8049

papalegbalounge.com West Side

[ WHERE TO STAY ]

Lodging

BED & BREAKFASTS

COMO LAKE

BED AND BREAKFAST

A 5-star rated Craftsman Inn which sits on the crest of a hill overlooking historic Como Lake.

1205 W Como Blvd

St. Paul 55103 (651) 402-7930

comolakebnb.com

Como BF/W/WF

THE COVINGTON INN

BED AND BREAKFAST

One of America’s floating B&B’s. Across the Mississippi River from downtown. Open year round.

100 Harriet Island Rd, B3 St. Paul 55107 (651) 292-1411

covingtoninn.com

Downtown BF/WF P

HISTORIC DISTRICT BED & BREAKFAST

Stay cozy close to where you need to go. This beautiful, historic home is the perfect place for a restful getaway.

483 Ashland Ave St. Paul 55102 (763) 360-3717

hdbbsaintpaul.com

Cathedral Hill BF/WF/LN

THE NEW VICTORIAN MANSION BED & BREAKFAST

Unique, luxurious accommodations in a renovated Victorian mansion in the most charming historic district!

325 Dayton Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 321-8151

newvictorianbb.com

Cathedral Hill BF/WF

HOTELS - SAINT PAUL

BEST WESTERN PLUS COMO PARK HOTEL

Discover this picturesque hotel built inside a historic train repair shop!

1010 Bandana Blvd W St. Paul 55108 (651) 647-1637

bestwesternsaintpaul.com

Midway

BF/PO/WF/LN P

CELESTE ST. PAUL HOTEL + BAR

71-room boutique hotel provides an elevated, uniquely intimate guest experience.

26 Exchange St E St. Paul 55101 (651) 222-0848

celestestpaul.com

Downtown

BF/WF/LN E R C

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT

ST. PAUL DOWNTOWN

Opening Late Spring 2023!

Across the street from Xcel Energy Center and RiverCentre in the heart of downtown.

150 Smith Ave N St. Paul 55102 marriott.com/mspcd

Downtown

PO/WF/LN C

THE DAVIDSON HOTEL

With eight complete suites, The Davidson is Summit Avenue’s first boutique hotel.

344 Summit Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 560-2009

thedavidsonstpaul.com

Cathedral Hill

BF/WF/LN E R

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON

ST. PAUL DOWNTOWN

The DoubleTree by Hilton provides upscale, boutique accommodations with the Rival House, hip lounge. 411 Minnesota St St. Paul 55101 (651) 291-8800 Stpauldowntown.doubletree.com Downtown PO/WF/LN C

DRURY PLAZA HOTEL

ST. PAUL DOWNTOWN

Enjoy an all suites hotel, with free hot breakfast, free snacks and cold beverages at the 5:30 Kickback everyday!

175 10th St E St. Paul 55101 (800) 378-7946 druryhotels.com

Lowertown

BF/PO/W/WF/LN P E R C

HAMPTON INN AND SUITES

ST. PAUL DOWNTOWN

Across from the Xcel Energy Center, Hampton Inn & Suites is close to everywhere you want to go!

200 W 7th St St. Paul 55102 (651) 224-7400 hotelstpaulmn.com

Downtown BF/PO/WF C

HOLIDAY INN ST. PAUL DOWNTOWN

Of all hotels in Downtown St. Paul, we truly have the best location to the major attractions!

175 7th St W St. Paul 55102 (651) 225-1515 holidayinn.com/stpaulmn West 7th PO/WF/LN C

HYATT PLACE SAINT PAUL

DOWNTOWN

Built in the Historic Custom House, our hotel features 149 rooms with high ceilings & 13 ft. windows.

180 Kellogg Blvd E St. Paul 55101 (651) 647-5000 hyattplacestpaul.com

Lowertown BF/PO/WF/LN C

INTERCONTINENTAL SAINT

PAUL RIVERFRONT

Experience modern luxury, whether traveling for leisure, business, a wedding or special event.

11 Kellogg Blvd E St. Paul 55101 (651) 292-1900 intercontinentalstp.com

Downtown WF/LN C

RADISSON ST. PAUL

DOWNTOWN & PEDDLERS PUB

Located just off I-94 next to the Minnesota State Capitol complex.

161 Saint Anthony Ave St. Paul, MN 55103 651-227-8711

www.

radissonhotelsamericas .com/en-us/hotels/ radisson-st-paul-downtown

BF/PO/W/WF/LN P E R

RESIDENCE INN ST. PAUL

DOWNTOWN

All Suite Extended Stay Hotel located just off West 7th, minutes from Xcel Energy Center & RiverCentre. 200 Grand Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-1000 marriott.com/msprd

West 7th

BF/PO/W/WF

THE SAINT PAUL HOTEL

Modern Luxury with a Storied History. Regarded as one of the nation’s premier historic hotels. 350 Market St St. Paul 55102 (651) 292-9292 saintpaulhotel.com

Downtown

WF/LN P E R

SPRINGHILL SUITES ST. PAUL DOWNTOWN

Our new, custom-built hotel in St. Paul MN promises 185 suites and upscale amenities. 472 Jackson St St. Paul 55101 (651) 224-9700

Downtown

BF/PO/WF/WiFi

P E R C

HOTELS – METRO

COMFORT INN ST. PAUL EAST

Relaxing accommodations including hot complimentary breakfast located right off Interstate 694 and 494. 970 Helena Ave N Oakdale 55128 (651) 578-8466 choicehotels.com

BF/W/WF C

COUNTRY INN & SUITES

ROSEVILLE

Stay close to the Twin Cities and I-35. Situated less than 20 minutes outside of the Twin Cities.

2740 N Snelling Ave Roseville 55113 (651) 628-3500 countryinns.com/ mnroseville

BF/PO/WF P E R

COUNTRY INN & SUITES SHOREVIEW

Enjoy modern amenities and unbeatable rates while being just minutes from Twin Cities attractions. 5995 Rice Creek Pkwy Shoreview 55126 (651) 784-6000 countryinns.com/ shoreviewmn

BF/PO/W/WF C

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT - MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL AIRPORT

Customer-focused and newly renovated for guest comfort and productivity. 1352 Northland Dr Mendota Heights 55120 (651) 452-2000 marriott.com/mspmh

PO/W/WF/LN P C

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT ST. PAUL WOODBURY

A short distance from Downtown St. Paul, close to area businesses and next door to shopping & dining.

185 Radio Dr Woodbury 55125 (651) 731-5338

marriott.com/hotels/travel/ mspwc

DELTA HOTELS BY MARRIOTT

MINNEAPOLIS NORTHEAST

Minutes from downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis, our hotel is truly a gateway into the Twin Cities.

1330 Industrial Blvd NE Minneapolis 55413 (612) 331-1900

marriott.com

PO/W/WF/LN

HAMPTON INN & SUITES

ST. PAUL/OAKDALE

Near I-94 and I-494, we’re about 20 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and the airport.

436 Imperial Ave N Oakdale 55128 (651) 739-7436

hilton.com

BF/PO/WF C

HAMPTON INN BY HILTON

Expect to be completely “WOWED” by our awesome Hilton customer service! Located just off I-35.

3000 Eagandale Pl Eagan 55121 (651) 688-3343

minneapoliseagan. hamptoninn.com

BF/PO/W/WF C

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES WOODBURY

Newly renovated hotel in the heart of Woodbury. Fast easy access to St. Paul.

9840 Norma Ln Woodbury 55125 (651) 702-0200

hiexpress.com/woodburymn

PO/PF C

INTERCONTINENTAL

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL AIRPORT HOTEL

Steps from Terminal 1, sophisticated guestrooms, two bars & restaurants, 30,000 sq ft meeting space.

5005 Glumack Dr St. Paul 55111 (612) 725-0500

InterContinentalMSP.com

WF P E R C

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT ST. PAULWOODBURY

Woodbury’s leading extended stay hotel; all suites, kitchenettes in all rooms, M-W hosted Mix.

205 Radio Dr Woodbury 55125 (651) 731-9010

marriott.com/mspwb

BF/PO/W/WF

RESIDENCE INN

MINNEAPOLIS EDINA

Newly renovated and centrally located off I-494 and France Ave.

3400 Edinborough Way

Edina 55435 (952) 893-9300

marriott.com/mspda

SHERATON ST. PAUL WOODBURY

Newly remodeled hotel in the heart of Woodbury with a full service restaurant and bar.

676 Bielenberg Dr Woodbury 55125 (651) 209-3280 sheraton.com/ stpaulwoodbury PO/W/WF/LN C

WATER STREET INN

The Water Street Inn is a distinctive 61-room Historic Inn featuring an Irish pub and roof-top restaurant.

101 Water St S Stillwater 55082 (651) 439-6000 waterstreetinn.us St. Croix River Valley BF/W/WF/LN C

[ SERVICES ]

Associations & Non-Profits

AUTISM SOCIETY OF MINNESOTA

Enhancing the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

2380 Wycliff St, #102 St. Paul 55114 (651) 647-1083 ausm.org

GRAND AVENUE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Providing marketing, advocacy, and education for Grand Avenue businesses.

752 Grand Ave, Ste 1 St. Paul 55105 (651) 699-0029 grandave.com

GREATER SAINT PAUL BOMA

An influential and trusted voice for the commercial real estate industry.

332 Minnesota St Ste W2950 St. Paul 55101 (651) 291-8888 bomasaintpaul.org

HIGHLAND BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Committed to promoting, representing and supporting the Highland Park Business Community.

790 Cleveland Ave S, Ste 219 St. Paul 55116 (651) 699-9042 highlandba.com Highland Park

HOSPITALITY MINNESOTA

Representing restaurants, hotels, motels, bed & breakfast, resorts and campgrounds.

1959 Sloan Pl, Ste 120 St. Paul 55117 (651) 778-2400 Hospitalityminnesota.com

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT NORTH

We prepare young people with the skill set and mindset to build thriving communities.

1745 University Ave W St. Paul 55104 (651) 255-0055 Janorth.org

KEYSTONE COMMUNITY SERVICES

Our mission is to strengthen the capacity of individuals and families to improve their quality of life.

2000 St. Anthony Ave St. Paul 55104 (651) 645-0349 keystoneservices.org

METRO INDEPENDENT BUSINESS ALLIANCE

MetroIBA is a nonprofit organization seeking to sustain and advocate for locally owned businesses.

PO Box 40560 St. Paul 55104 (612) 404-0268 Metroiba.org

MIDWAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Building a Stronger Midway by providing programs and services that help members grow and thrive.

1600 University Ave #301 St. Paul 55104 (651) 646-2636 midwaychamber.com

OPEN ARMS OF MINNESOTA

A volunteer-driven nonprofit that makes and delivers nourishing meals to critically ill Minnesotans.

380 E. Lafayette FR St. Paul 55107 (612) 872-1152 openarmsmn.org

OSMAN SHRINERS

Known for their compassion for others, and are active participants in their communities.

2750 Sibley Memorial HWY St. Paul 55121 (651) 452-5660 osmanshriners.org

SAINT PAUL AREA CHAMBER

A dynamic network of businesses and individuals organized to deliver economic opportunity for members.

401 N Robert St, Ste 150 St. Paul 55101 (651) 223-5000 saintpaulchamber.com

SAINT PAUL FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION

Association to support and promote St. Paul’s community festivals. (612) 227-3108 visitsaintpaul.com/festivals

SELBY AT SNELLING

Come explore and enjoy our charming corner! The intersection between living, work, and play. selbyatsnelling.org

SPECIAL OLYMPICS

MINNESOTA

A global movement of people creating a new world of inclusion and community. 900 2nd Ave S, Ste 300 Minneapolis 55405 (612) 333-0999 specialolympicsminnesota.org

AV & Equipment Rental

AUDIO VISUAL AND VIDEO RESOURCES

A full service AV company specializing in convention and meeting room staging and equipment. 801 American Blvd Bloomington 55420 (952) 814-9898 AVVR.com

AVEX AUDIO VISUAL

Full service Event Production Company, focusing on virtual, hybrid, and live events.

5155 E River Rd #406 Fridley 55421 (952) 929-2839 goavex.com

The Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown is near Xcel Energy Center, Saint Paul River Centre, Minnesota State Capitol, Minnesota Children’s Museum, Science Museum of Minnesota, and Como Park Zoo & Conservatory.

Drury Plaza guests Travel Happy® with daily free hot breakfast, free hot food and cold beveragees at 5:30 Kickback®, and free Wi-Fi at this all-suite hotel!

BEARCOM WIRELESS WORLDWIDE

Bearcom provides 2-way radios and PTT-phones to help communicate effectively during your event.

2200 University Ave #180 St. Paul 55114 (651) 646-1051 bearcom.com

MIDWEST RADIO RENTALS (MRR)

MOTOROLA two-way radio rentals, digital & analog, audio accessories. Metro-wide coverage available.

1800 Cliff Rd E, Ste 17 Burnsville 55337 (952) 890-7570 ancom.org/rentals

ULTIMATE EVENTS

Complete event and tent rentals with experienced, reliable service, for your ultimate event!

13405 15th Ave N Plymouth 55441 (763) 559-6210 ue-mn.com

UPSTREAM TECH SOLUTIONS

Dedicated to meeting the technology and computer rental needs for all clients.

411 W 60th St Minneapolis 55419 (612) 250-2128 upstreamts.com

Catering

A’BRITIN CATERING & EVENTS

The award-winning caterer of choice for corporate events and weddings in the Twin Cities and outstate MN.

22280 Chippendale Ave W Farmington 55024 (612) 339-0222 abritin.com

A GOURMET THYME SHORTBREADS

Uniquely flavored artisan short breads are deluxe additions to your gifting or catering needs.

250 Liberty Pl South St. Paul 55075 (651) 334-5251 agourmetthymetoo.com

D’AMICO CATERING

D’Amico Catering offers imaginative & customized culinary options for weddings & corporate events.

275 Market St, Ste 117 Minneapolis 55405 (612) 238-4444 damicocatering.com

LANCER CATERING

Lancer Catering has the culinary expertise and the perfect event venue.

1415 Mendota Heights Rd Mendota Heights 55120 (651) 493-2880 lancerhospitality.com

LEVY RESTAURANTS

A family of passionate restaurateurs with passion to create memories.

175 W Kellogg Blvd St. Paul 55102 (651) 726-8130 levyrestaurants.com

MHC CULINARY GROUP

More than just a caterer, we are your Saint Paul hospitality partner.

175 W Kellogg Blvd Suite 503 St. Paul 55102 (651) 726-1950 mhcculinarygroup.com

MINTAHOE CATERING & EVENTS

From full-service catering to drop-off and picnics, we work with you to create your perfect event.

2850 Anthony Ln S Minneapolis 55418 (612) 253-0255 mintahoe.com

WEST INDIES SOUL FOOD

West Indies Soul Food offers small and large event catering, food truck catering, and curbside order pick-up.

839 University Ave W St. Paul 55104 (651) 726-4120 westindiessoul.com

Energy & Resources

DISTRICT ENERGY ST. PAUL

District Energy heats and cools the majority of downtown and is partner to Saint Paul EcoDistrict.

76 W Kellogg Blvd St. Paul 55102 (651) 297-8955 districtenergy.com

ECOLAB

A global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services. 1 Ecolab Pl, EGH/11 St. Paul 55102 (651) 250-2259 ecolab.com

XCEL ENERGY

Energy utility headquartered in MN. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis 55401 (612) 330-5500 xcelenergy.com

Entertainment

THE DINNER DETECTIVE

ST. PAUL

America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show at the DoubleTree St. Paul East. 2201 Burns Avenue St. Paul 55119 thedinnerdetective.com/ st-paul

ROCK IT MAN

ENTERTAINMENT

Rock It Man offers Dueling Pianos, bands, musicians, and DJs for weddings, parties, venues & events. (651) 214-2197 rockitmanentertainment.com

Event & Expo Services

ANDERSON RACE MANAGEMENT

Logistical, promotional & rental services for runs, walks, bike rides, ski and swim events. (612) 202-2616 andersonraces.com

BEST MEETINGS INC.

We can help you with everything from accommodation management to walk-in onsite registration for a flat price.

2626 E 82nd St #270 Bloomington 55425 (952) 858-8875 bestmeetings.com

CENAIKO

PRODUCTIONS, INC.

Full service Convention & Trade Show decorator with over 50 years of experience. Make your one call today! 9697 E River Rd Minneapolis 55433 (763) 755-8111 cenaiko.com

CHROM EXPO SERVICES

A full service trade show contractor dedicated to creating an engaging atmosphere for your event. 2131 Broadway St NE Minneapolis 55413 (612) 328-6586 chromexpo.com

FANFARE ATTRACTIONS, LLC

Services for the festival, and event industries. Consulting to Production & City Government Permit Services. 1215 E 22nd St Minneapolis 55404 (612) 870-1332

HANDS ON TWIN CITIES

A full service volunteer center that provides customized volunteer projects for any event or company.

672 Transfer Rd St. Paul 55114 (612) 379-4900

handsontwincities.org

HEROIC PRODUCTIONS

We create inspiring events with dynamic lighting, video and audio.

801 W 106th St Bloomington 55420 (952) 224-9591

Heroic-productions.com

METROCONNECTIONS

From meetings to signage, we analyze every planning detail, prepare for the unknown, and deliver maximum impact.

1650 W 82nd St, Ste 125 Minneapolis 55431 (612) 333-8687 metroconnections.com

SYNERGETIC ENDEAVORS

National reputation for providing exceptional service in business development & convention planning.

660 Transfer Rd St. Paul 55114 (651) 340-4848

synergeticendeavors.com

VOICEHIVE Event software company that builds everything from registration sites to event apps.

12800 Whitewater Dr, Ste 112 Minnetonka 55343 (612) 483-2606

Voicehive.com P E R C

Financial/ Insurance

BOYUM BARENSCHEER

A full service CPA firm serving clients in and around St. Paul since 1923.

1210 W Cty Rd E, Ste 100 Arden Hills 55112 (651) 222-1801 myboyum.com

LAMBERT DICKSON GROUP

An Institutional Consulting Group within RBC Wealth Management.

60 S 6th St, RBC Plaza, P10 Minneapolis 55402 (612) 371-2886 lambertdicksongroup.com

NORTH RISK PARTNERS

Redefining risk in the insurance and financial services industry.

2010 Centre Pointe Blvd Mendota Heights 55120 (651) 379-7800 northriskpartners.com

SECURIAN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

Providers of financial security for individuals and businesses in the form of insurance, retirement plans and investments.

400 N Robert St St. Paul 55101 (651) 665-3863 securian.com

Marketing & Communications

CTM MEDIA GROUP

CTM services a network of brochure displays strategically located in hotels.

2401 Pilot Knob Rd, Ste124 Mendota Heights 55120 (952) 232-5518 ctmmediagroup.com

HAILEY SAULT

An integrated agency driven to turn challengers into champions and create a healthy world. (218) 728-3651 haileysault.com

HAVEN 33 CREATIVE

Authentic design that tells your story. Website Development, Graphic Design + Photography for Small Businesses. (952) 607-5454 Haven33Creative.com

MAPLE LANE MEDIA

Complete media service company providing creative & strategic approaches to corporate communications.

4923 Boone Ave N Minneapolis 55428 (763) 478-8184 maplelanemedia.com

OUTFRONT MEDIA

One of the largest OOH media companies with a network of billboards, transit, and digital displays.

625 Marquette Ave S, Ste 890 Minneapolis 55402 outfrontmedia.com

Media

KSTP-5 EYEWITNESS

NEWS/45TV

Locally owned and operated by Hubbard Broadcasting. 3415 University Ave St. Paul 55114 (651) 646-5555 kstp.com

LAVENDER MAGAZINE

Producer of magazines, websites and events for Minnesota’s LGBTQ community since 1995.

5100 Eden Ave, Ste 107 Edina 55436 (612) 436-4660 lavendermagazine.com

MINNESOTA MONTHLY BY GREENSPRING MEDIA

Embodying the spirit of the state, celebrating the best arts, entertainment, food, and culture in MN. 9401 James Ave S, Ste 152 Bloomington 55431 (612) 371-5800 mnmo.com

SAINT PAUL ALMANAC

Literary-centered arts organization sharing stories across cultures. 275 E 4th St, Suite 701 St. Paul 55101 (651) 785-6268 Saintpaulalmanac.org

THE PIONEER PRESS/ TWINCITIES.COM

The Pioneer Press/TwinCities. com, a MediaNews Group publication, Your Local News Source Since 1848. 10 River Park Plaza St. Paul 55107 (651) 222-1111 twincities.com

Parking Management

IMPARK

Parking Management

150 Kellogg Blvd W St. Paul 55102 (651) 223-5795 impark.com

VICTORY PARKING, INC.

Parking management services serving downtown Saint Paul since 1939. 344 Wabasha St N St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-7371 victoryparking.com

Photography & Videography

BLOCK PORTRAIT STUDIOS

A professional portrait studio specializing in customdesigned portrait art for your home and business. 676 Smith Ave S St. Paul 55107 (651) 400-0714 block-studios.com

CYBICK PRODUCTIONS

Specializing in video that tells your story. High quality and affordable! (651) 357-4053 cybick.com

VIVID CONCEPTS MEDIA

We use images and video to help you document and tell engaging stories.

St. Paul 55102

(651) 216-6814

vividconceptsmedia.com

Printing & Promotional Items

ADWEAR SPECIALTIES

Full service screen printing, embroidery and promotional products for events, corporate and more.

482 Griggs St S St. Paul 55116 (651) 699-0696 adwearpromo.com

Highland E R C

ALLEGRA/IMAGE360

DOWNTOWN ST. PAUL

Allegra/Image 360 is a full service marketing and signage company.

55 5th St E, Suite 201D St. Paul 55101 (651) 243-6191 allegrastp.com

AMERICAN SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS

ASB, founded in 1981, is a leading distributor of branded merch, print, promotional products, and online stores. (612) 859-2909

TeamHamlinPromo.com

COPY-RIGHT PRINTING

Printing, promotional products, signs & banners, direct mail.

3177 Dodd Rd Eagan 55121 (651) 228-0130 copyrightprinting.com

FOXTROT MARKETING GROUP

A branded merchandise agency, providing corporate apparel and gifts. Proud to be Native American owned!

575 Old Highway 8 SW, #100 New Brighton 55112 foxtrotmarketing.com

SEVEN CORNERS PRINTING

Full service commercial printing company.

1099 Snelling Ave N St. Paul 55108 (651) 222-8381

7cornersprinting.com

THE UPS STORE ON GRAND

We provide packing, shipping, printing, notarizing, shredding, passport photos and so much more.

1043 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 222-2019 theupsstorelocal.com/1782 Grand Avenue P E R C

Professional Services

TKDA

Established in 1910 in St. Paul, a full-service engineering, architecture, and planning firm.

444 Cedar St, Ste 1500 St. Paul 55102 (651) 292-4400 tkda.com

WINTHROP & WEINSTINE, P.A.

At Winthrop, we make it our business to know your business — and your industry.

225 S 6th St Minneapolis 55402 (612) 604-6400 winthrop.com

Real Estate Services

THE ARLOW ON KELLOGG

St Paul’s brand-new apartment community that raises the bar of luxury living from StudiosPenthouses.

253 Kellogg Blvd W St. Paul 55102 (651) 461-3100 thearlow.com

GALTIER TOWERS APARTMENTS/BIGOS MANAGEMENT

Soaring 30 stories above downtown, say hello to stunning views, and upscale interiors.

(651) 297-6738 apartmentsinsaintpaul.com

Lowertown

HISTORIC HAMM BUILDING

A gem in Downtown Saint Paul filled with unique shops, restaurants, theater, and music venues. #hammbuilding

408 Saint Peter St St. Paul 55101 halversonblaiser. commercialcafe.com

Downtown E R

KELLOGG SQUARE/ BIGOS MANAGEMENT

Come home to our 36,000 sq ft green roof, indoor pool, and expansive fitness club all in the middle of Downtown.

111 Kellogg Blvd E St. Paul 55101 (651) 227-9224 kelloggsquare.com

Lowertown C

PIONEER ENDICOTT APARTMENTS

Pioneer Endicott is a historic class-A luxury apartment community.

141 E 4th St, Ste 100 St. Paul 55101 (651) 789-6630 pioneerendicott.com

Lowertown C

RESIDENCES AT CUSTOM HOUSE

St. Paul’s newest luxury apartments, Custom House offers 202 residences in the heart of Lowertown. 180 Kellogg Blvd E St. Paul 55101 (651) 222-2616 chstpaul.com

Lowertown C

Suppliers

CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES

Locally owned wholesale beverage distribution.

6982 Hwy 65 NE Fridley 55432 (763) 571-4115 capitolbeverage.com

Telecom

LOFFLER

Efficiency, flexibility, productivity, speed and quality support for your office technology and services needs.

1101 E 78th St Bloomington 55420 (952) 925-6800 loffler.com

Venues

317 RICE PARK

Event center across from Rice Park. A Saint Paul landmark since 1914.

317 Washington St St. Paul 55102 (651) 726-8800 317onricepark.com

Downtown

ABRAZAR

Providing the perfect space for seated dining of 220 or theater seating for 365. Embrace the moment.

125 E 9th St St. Paul 55101 (651) 443-8883 abrazarevents.com

Downtown R

ALLIANZ FIELD

Open-air soccer-specific, entertainment and events venue.

400 Snelling Ave N St. Paul 55104 (612) 928-2400 mnufc.com/stadium Midway

A’BULAE

Minnesota’s most innovative wedding and events venue. 255 6th St E St. Paul 55102 (651) 788-9818 abulae.com

Lowertown

CAMPUS CLUB OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA

Event Venue located on the U of M campus. Floor to ceiling windows with views of Minneapolis.

412 Coffman Union 300 Washington Ave SE Minneapolis 55455 (612) 625-8494 campusclubumn.org C

CARONDELET CENTER

Offering affordable and charming meeting spaces and guest rooms, with excellent service by people who care.

1890 Randolph Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 696-2795 carondeletcenter.org Highland Park C

CHS FIELD

Book your next event in the Securian Club at Ball Park Digest’s 2015 New Ballpark of the Year.

360 Broadway St St. Paul 55101 (651) 644-3517 chsfield.com

Lowertown E R C

CONCORD LANES & EVENT SPACE

Beautifully renovated with private event space for up to 200, 32 lanes of bowling and bar/grill.

365 Concord Exchange N South St. Paul 55075 (651) 455-3220

ConcordLanes.com P E R C

THE ESSENCE EVENT CENTER

A historic event venue with updated amenities, minutes from downtown Saint Paul.

1217 Bandana Blvd N St. Paul 55108 (651) 797-4244

theessencemn.com Como C

GATHERINGS AT STATION 10

A historic, quaint event venue. Originally a fire station, Station 10 boasts 5000 sq. ft. for your next event.

754 Randolph Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 964-0118 station10gatherings.com West 7th C

INWOOD OAKS

Newly renovated event venue with a grand ballroom & flexible additional spaces. 484 Inwood Ave N Oakdale 55128 (612) 253-0255 mintahoe.com/venues/ inwood-oaks

THE LOWLANDS

A historic, repurposed industrial building transformed into your new favorite place to party!

160 Wabasha St South St. Paul 55107 (651) 217-3800 thelowlands.com West Side

MACALESTER COLLEGE CONFERENCE & FACILITY RENTAL

Private undergraduate liberal arts college.

1600 Grand Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 696-6472

macalester.edu/conferences Grand Avenue C

MENDAKOTA

COUNTRY CLUB

Membership not required to host meetings and events.

2075 Mendakota Rd Inver Grove Heights 55076 (651) 905-6165

mendakotacc.com

Twin Cities Metro C

THE MERMAID EVENT & ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

Event spaces to accommodate any special occasion, 32 bowling lanes, arcade, sports bar/grill.

2200 Mounds View Blvd Mounds View 55112 (763) 746-2134 MermaidMinnesota.com

P E R C

MINNESOTA HUMANITIES CENTER

A full-service event center offering onsite catering, overnight accommodations & flexible spaces for groups of 5-100.

987 Ivy Ave E St. Paul 55106 (651) 772-4242 mnhum.org/eventcenter East Side

THE ORIGINAL CONEY ISLAND

Strikingly handsome, the iconic Original Coney Island Tavern and Café present a versatile venue for any memorable event.

444 St. Peter St St. Paul 55102 (651) 224-8287

Downtown

THE POOL AND YACHT CLUB

A private club situated on the banks of the Mississippi River.

1600 Lilydale Rd Lilydale 55118 (651) 455-3900

poolandyachtclub.com C

ROY WILKINS AUDITORIUM

Home to concerts, tradeshows, sporting events, graduations and festivals.

175 W Kellogg Blvd St. Paul 55102 (651) 265-4800

TheRoy.org

Downtown

ST. PAUL EVENT CENTER

Modern and stylish venue located in the heart of Downtown Saint Paul.

400 Wabasha St, Ste 320 St. Paul 55102 (651) 352-6000 StPaulEventCenter.com

Downtown P E R C

SAINT PAUL RIVERCENTRE

Premier convention, special event and entertainment venue offering versatile space and outstanding service.

175 W Kellogg Blvd St. Paul 55102 (651) 265-4800 rivercentre.org Downtown P E R

UNIVERSITY CLUB

The premier private social & recreational club in Saint Paul.

420 Summit Ave St. Paul 55102 (651) 222-1751

universityclubofstpaul.com

Cathedral Hill E R

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA - CONFERENCE & EVENT SERVICES

Affordable, convenient housing & unique venue options for meetings, events, conferences & guests.

210 Delaware St SE Minneapolis 55455 (612) 625-9090 uces.umn.edu P E R C

UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS

Features unique meeting venues and lodging. Proud hosts of national conferences, weddings and galas.

2115 Summit Ave St. Paul 55105 (651) 962-5000 stthomas.edu/eventservices Grand Avenue

photographer credits

Cover Saint Paul Skyline, @inaweoftheworld

6-7 Viking River Cruise, Linda Strand, qisforquandie.com

9 Asha Shoffner, Syreeta Wilkins

11 MN History Center & Our Home exhibit, Minnesota Historical Society

13 Yia Vang, Lauren Cutshall

14 Food truck, Angela Divine Photography

18 Storefront, JW Hulme

19 Lip Esteem, Roosevelt Mansfield

20 Dakota Spirit Walk, Marlena Myles

22 Palace Theatre, Zapata Palms Pictures

23 Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, Dan Norman

24 Celeste Hotel Room, Celeste St. Paul Hotel

28 Walking Tour, Minnesota Historical Society

30 Japanese Lantern Festival, Dan Anderson

31 Hmong New Year, Joe Lemke

32 Minnesota Children’s Museum, Bruce Silcox for Minnesota Childrens Museum

33 Mammoth Diaorama, Bell Museum

34 Minnesota Wild, Bruce Kluckhohn

35 Minnesota Roller Derby, @rtwilbur / Ron Wilbur

37 Soccer match, Minnesota United FC

38 Flint Hills Family Festival, Flint Hills International Children’s Festival

40 GLOW Holiday Festival, Sarah Dope

42 Lake Monster/Vandalia Tower, Peter VonDeLinde

43 City skyline, Nattapol Pornsalnuwat

46 Neon city during sunset, Kevin Nalty

49 Saint Paul RiverCentre, Bruce Kluckhohn

50 Mayor Carter, Emily Buss

51 St. Paul and Minneapolis skylines, Courtesy of the Pioneer Press/John Autey

51 Founders of The Coven, Bethany Birnie

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