Saint Paul Insider's Guide | 2024

SAINT PAUL

Feel the pulse of our city’s creativity in the beauty of its murals and art 17

Take a bite out of our rich culinary culture 20

Raise your glass to our thriving craft beer and cocktail scene 24

Welcome to Saint Paul, an evolving masterpiece that reflects the stories of those who came before and the dreams of those yet to come. A diverse city that breathes creativity and cultural significance, where the streets act as galleries, the neighborhoods serve as living canvases, and everyone is welcome.

Festivals

There’s always some kind of festival or event going on here — come celebrate music, culture, art and life itself with us.

my list

Zoo & Conservatory

Release your inner animal at one of the nation’s only free zoos, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. Open 365 days per year.

Markets

Outside

It’s easy to find the perfect spot to enjoy the outdoors in a city that has been ranked #2 among 100 best city park systems in the country.

More free things to do at VisitSaintPaul.com

Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Saint Paul’s vibrant farmers’ markets, including must-visit indoor spots like Hmongtown Marketplace and Hmong Village.

Living History

Summit Avenue is the longest stretch of Victorian homes in the United States; whether you walk, bike or drive, the views are stunning in any season.

Saint Paul must-do’s

Urban Muralists & Saint Paul

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Downtown Saint Paul is getting a splash of color and culture, thanks to the work of seven talented artists who were thoughtfully and equitably selected by Forecast Public Art. This collaborative effort includes key partners such as the Department of Planning and Economic Development, Saint Paul Downtown Alliance and Mayor Melvin Carter with support of the Cultural STAR Program.

These skilled craftspeople are creating a visual love letter to Saint Paul’s people and their heritage by turning the city’s walls into vibrant canvases that tell the story of Saint Paul’s Cultural Destination Areas (Little Mekong, Little Africa, Rondo, Shepard Davern, District del Sol, Near East Side, and North End).

* Discover the work of these artists. Gain exclusive insights into Saint Paul from four of them inside this guide.

Milkessa Gaga | @avantgaga

Jordan Hamilton and Donald Thomas @jordanhamiltonart @the_bayou_constellation

Cadex Herrera | @cadexherrera

Kao Lee Thao | @kaoleethao

Thomasina Top Bear | @tomierae

Briauna Williams | @briauna.williams

Wes Winship | @wzzwnshp

See more outdoor murals in Saint Paul’s Creative Enterprise Zone and plan to attend the Chroma Zone Mural & Art Festival where you can meet the muralists, watch live painting and enjoy hands-on art activities. VISITSAINTPAUL.COM

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Little Africa

Shepard Davern

District del Sol

Little Mekong

many voices one vibrant city

In Saint Paul, mutual respect for diverse traditions creates an inclusive environment where each person’s story contributes a unique element to the community’s collective culture. This atmosphere encourages the celebration of differences — nurturing the sense of belonging and shared understanding that makes this such an extraordinary place.

FIESTA LATINA

Uncover our shared stories

Bell Museum is Minnesota’s official natural history museum and planetarium. Explore the origins of the universe and the diversity of life on earth.

Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary features 450-million-year-old limestone and sandstone bluffs, spring-fed wetlands, and rich Native American history including Wakáŋ Tipi Cave, a sacred cave where Dakota people gathered for thousands of years in private ceremonies.

Changsha China Friendship Garden includes the Xiang Jiang Pavilion, Hmong Heritage Wall, West Entrance Archway and Hmong Plaza.

Historic Fort Snelling sits on Dakota homeland at the sacred confluence of the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers. Learn about the site’s history and why it’s still relevant today.

Hmong Cultural Center and Museum

celebrates Hmong culture and shares the Hmong people’s history and experience in the U.S.

Indian Mounds Park

Sitting atop a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River and downtown Saint Paul is a sacred place of burial that holds deep significance to descendants of those who are buried there.

Minnesota History Center houses inspiring exhibits, thought-provoking programs and live performances that will feed your curiosity about Minnesota’s people and places.

Rondo Commemorative Plaza tells the story of a prominent African-American community destroyed as part of the Interstate 94 construction. The plaza also includes stories of today’s Hmong and Oromo residents.

The Science Museum of Minnesota encourages visitors to make big discoveries, explore Earth’s natural history, and immerse themselves in science.

CHANGSHA CHINA FRIENDSHIP GARDEN

MINNESOTA HISTORY CENTER

“Saint Paul has a cozy feel to it.”

— Milkessa Gaga

Milkessa Gaga’s work is primarily influenced by manga art/artists. While drawing, he makes a conscious effort to portray Black people in nonstereotypical ways. The mural he is creating to depict Saint Paul’s Little Africa neighborhood will be his first. He sees a lot of potential in the future of Black manga and anime.

“My mural concept design is influenced by my identity as an Oromo living in Minnesota and my experience at Little Africa Fest 2023. Little Africa is an amalgamation of Africans from across the continent. There are infinitely many things that make us different from each other, but at the end of the day there is a shared identity and heritage that is all tied to the same continent. We are all branched out but are still connected to the same trunk, the same land, history, and pride.”

Milkessa’s mural is in progress. It is located on the Ramsey County Health Building on Wabasha Street and 10th Street.

Milkessa’s iconic must-do list

• Try different African foods!

I recommend trying budenna with kitfo and tibsi, or sambusa, at one of the Ethiopian restaurants.

• Visit Black Garnet Books

• Walk along the Mississippi River shoreline

Attend one of Saint Paul’s vibrant cultural festivals or community-driven events. Each experience will leave you yearning for more — there is so much to be a part of all year long. Come celebrate what makes Saint Paul so remarkable.

prepare to be spellbound

MINNESOTA STATE CAPITOL

From the confluence of the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers to its picturesque Summit Avenue and statuesque State Capitol building, Saint Paul’s historic sites and astonishing architecture are a living, breathing storybook. Wander through the city and hear the tales of its Indigenous people, those who embarked on journeys from the Old World and those who’ve recently embraced Saint Paul as their home.

SUMMIT AVENUE

LANDMARK CENTER

CATHEDRAL OF SAINT PAUL

See sights like the High Bridge, Pig’s Eye Cave, the mouth of the Minnesota River and Pike Island.

Get behind the scenes in iconic city landmarks like the State Capitol, the Cathedral of Saint Paul, Union Depot or the James J. Hill House.

Glide through the water while guides ensure you enjoy a paddle that is memorable and perfectly tailored to your skill level.

Check out the Wabasha Street Caves, take a Gangsterland Walking Tour, a St. Paul Ghost Walk or Landmark Center Gangster Tour.

Step off the well-worn path, uncover the cool tidbits that locals whisper about — the secret spots, the quirky stories, the fascinating histories. Take a tour.

Morning, noon or night, there’s nothing like viewing the city and the river from overhead.

Sample your way around town with Experience the Twin Cities food and beverage tours.

DISCOVER EVEN MORE TOURS TO TAKE YOU FURTHER INTO THE HEART OF THE CITY AT VISITSAINTPAUL.COM

PADELFORD SIGHTSEEING CRUISE PADDLE BRIDGE KAYAK TOURS

GANGSTERS AND GHOST TOURS ARCHITECTURE AND HISTORY TOURS

MINNESOTA HELICOPTER TOURS

BREWERIES AND FOOD TOURS

PADELFORD RIVERBOAT SIGHTSEEING CRUISE

your creative side unleash

See a performance at Circus Juventas, a performing arts and youth circus school.

In Saint Paul, art isn’t just a thing you see here and there — it is the heartbeat of the community, making the city’s spirit colorful, diverse and endlessly exciting.

In Museums and Galleries

Visit the Minnesota Museum of American Art, XIA Gallery & Cafe, Great River Gallery, The Grand Hand Gallery and Indigenous Roots Cultural Arts Center

On the Streets

Find sidewalk poetry written by local poets throughout town, the Creative Enterprise Zone murals, the Midway Murals along Snelling Avenue and the world’s largest Lite-Brite mural inside the Union Depot.

Throughout the City

Plan to attend the Saint Paul Art Crawl or visit the many restaurants and cafes around town featuring local art.

In the Parks

Discover the Marimba Benches in Phalen Poetry Park, the sprawling Western Sculpture Park just west of the Minnesota State Capitol, and the sculptures at High Bridge Park on the north end of the Smith Avenue Bridge.

This music and theater scene will electrify your senses. Big-time sounds reverberate through the streets and parks, clubs and arenas on stages large and small. You’ll want to immerse yourself in the magic that’s brought to life by Saint Paul’s actors, artists, musicians and creators. There’s something for every taste and playlist.

THE FITZGERALD THEATER

LOWERTOWN SOUNDS TWIN CITIES JAZZ FEST

ORDWAY CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS

THEATER MU

PALACE THEATRE

Dishes diverse and bold — in Saint Paul’s kitchens, historic tales are told.

Find mole-smothered enchiladas and heirloom corn tortillas too.

There are fresh spring rolls, noodles, chilis and curries for you.

Bite into char-kissed steaks, sauces, pastas, or a pastry surprise.

Partake in an iconic Juicy Lucy, for a molten cheese indulgence sure to tantalize.

A feast for the senses, a symphony divine. In every bite, the city’s spirit entwined.

Explore the markets, the restaurants, the nooks and don’t forget to send a “chef kiss” to the cooks.

CHIP’S CLUBHOUSE Macalester-Groveland

the delish list

Saint Paul’s culinary scene is an adventure waiting to be savored. Explore the city’s latest sensations.

A thriving community kitchen and local favorite, known for its delectable array of Italian dishes. Selby-Snelling

If coffee and breakfast dishes like waffles and gravy, wild rice breakfast bowls and papaya parfaits sound good, this is the place for you. Cathedral Hill

How does savoring a pizza that clinched the top spot in a Best Pizza contest on ABC’s Good Morning America sound? Downtown

Find Venezuelan flavors with innovative twists on time-honored ingredients, pushing the boundaries of traditional cuisine. West Side

Enjoy delectable, chef-driven culinary creations crafted from freshly prepared, locally sourced ingredients.

St. Anthony Park

Take your taste buds and your imagination on vacation as you savor every bite of the authentic Jamaican delights you’ll find here. North End

Indulge in amazing Ethiopian cuisine at this restaurant with a name inspired by an active African volcano. Lowertown

Spicy margs and authentic tacos alongside a smash burger restaurant. Fast, casual and delicious. Highland Park

In addition to brewing delicious coffee, this cafe’s mission is to build a more resilient, connected community one coffee cup and conversation at a time. Midway

ANDIAMO ITALIAN RISTORANTE CRASQUI RESTAURANT ERTA ALE ETHIOPIAN

THE HIGH HAT HERBST EATERY & FARM STAND CENTRO & EVERYWHEN BURGER BAR

WRESTAURANT AT THE PALACE

NANNY’S JAMAICAN KITCHEN RAFIKI COFFEE & CAFE

find a cozy spot to lift a glass

SAINT PAUL BREWING East Side

Gather with other beer lovers to sample craft beverages at their various festivals throughout the year. beerdabbler.com

C ! R H S EE

Whether you’re into the mocktail scene, love crafted cocktails, or are a brewery aficionado, Saint Paul’s got a glass with your name on it. Every sip is an invitation to savor the joy of great company!

Brews

Bad Weather Brewing

Bang Brewing

Barrel Theory Beer Company

BlackStack Brewing

Burning Brothers Brewing

Dual Citizen Brewing Co.

Gambit Brewing

Lake Monster Brewing

MetroNOME Brewery

Saint Paul Brewing

Summit Brewing Co.

Urban Growler® Brewing Co.

Wabasha Brewing Co.

Waldmann Brewery & Wurstery

Cocktails & Mocktails

Apostle Supper Club

Bar + Cart

Brunson’s Pub

Estelle

Handsome Hog

Mancini’s Char House & Lounge

Meritage

Parlour St. Paul

Red Cow

Saint Dinette

St. Paul Grill

The Gnome Craft Pub

The Lexington

Tongue in Cheek

W.A. Frost & Company

11 Wells Distillery & Cocktail Room

BEER DABBLER

PARLOUR ST. PAUL

WALDMANN BREWERY & WURSTERY

Embrace the extraordinary in local mom and pop shops all over Saint Paul.

discover the fit

There it is — the exact thing that feels like it was made just for you. “This is so me!” is practically a shopping anthem in Saint Paul. Each boutique, local shop, popup and market in the city offers a unique blend of finds that will resonate with your personal style.

PETEK TRADING CO.

BLACKBLUE

Boutique Streets

Charming shopping districts provide one-of-a-kind finds, serene spaces to browse for that perfect something and sweet spots to grab a bite or sip a favorite beverage.

GRAND AVENUE

CATHEDRAL HILL

SELBY AT SNELLING

ST. ANTHONY PARK

HIGHLAND PARK

RAYMOND & UNIVERSITY

Around Town Pop-Ups

Look for pop-up events in places like Union Depot, Landmark Center, XIA Gallery & Cafe, Indigenous Roots, The Black Market and more.

Hmong Markets

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

Vintage Finds

Discover a world of rare finds, including vintage clothing from Lula, Up Six Vintage, Succotash, Everyday People, and unique treasures from The Mall of Saint Paul, Anthony Scornavacco Antiques, and the Ax-Man Surplus.

For Kids

Unplug and play at Mischief Toy Store and visit Red Balloon Bookshop for storytime, author events, and books for all ages.

GRAND AVENUE

THE BLACK MARKET

ANTHONY SCORNAVACCO ANTIQUES

HMONGTOWN

Rest & Relaxation

Courtyard

DoubleTree by Hilton

Drury Plaza

Hampton Inn & Suites

Holiday Inn

InterContinental

Radisson

Residence Inn

SpringHill Suites

Iconic and Charming Stays

Celeste of Saint Paul

Hyatt Place

The Davidson Hotel

The Saint Paul Hotel

FIND

ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS ON PAGE 70.

Spend a long weekend, or an entire week, in Saint Paul. Take a sunset walk down Summit Avenue, the longest stretch of Victorian homes in the United States. Catch a show, dine on an outdoor patio, see a concert in a park. There’s a lot to keep the romance alive in a city that’s been named Most Romantic Getaway in North America — USA Today 10Best.

CELESTE OF SAINT PAUL

THE SAINT PAUL HOTEL

HAMPTON INN & SUITES

SPRINGHILL SUITES

HYATT PLACE

INTERCONTINENTAL

how about a little relaxation?

THE DAVIDSON HOTEL

Play indoor mini golf and more at Can Can Wonderland

Take in a game

Minnesota Wild PWHL Minnesota

Minnesota United Minnesota Roller Derby

St. Paul Saints

See the State Capitol and the Cathedral of Saint Paul

Locate the Charles Schulz Peanuts characters in town

Hold on to this list of kid-friendly

FUN

See wild creatures at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

Explore the river

Padelford Riverboat Cruise

Paddle Bridge Kayak Tours

Mississippi River Paddle Share

Bell Museum

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Cadex Herrera

“The Saint Paul community has a welcoming atmosphere that encourages exploration and engagement.” — Cadex Herrera

Father of three, Saint Paul school district educator, and artist, Cadex Herrera began his journey into mural painting at a young age painting signs on food stores in Benque Viejo, Belize. His current project, ”Somos Libres” (We Are Free), serves as a tribute to the resilience and sacrifices made by Latino immigrants — particularly within the West Side’s District del Sol neighborhood and the wider Saint Paul community.

“Central to my mural are three young figures symbolizing the diaspora of Latino individuals and embodying the promise of a positive future. Clad in vibrant, traditional Latin American attire, these characters represent the passing down of cultural traditions to the new generation. Encircling and lifting up the central characters are monarch butterflies, a symbol reflecting the struggles and aspirations of the immigrant community.”

Cadex’s mural is in progress. It is located on the Intercontinental Hotel on Wabasha Street and Kellogg Street.

Cadex’s iconic must-do list

• Stop by La Guadalupana or El Burrito for fresh groceries

• Catch a show at the Fitzgerald Theater

• I often take my art students to Rice Park, Mears Park or Kellogg Mall Park for drawing sessions

• Hidden Falls Regional Park is my top favorite spot in Saint Paul

• My boys like the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Minnesota Children’s Museum

Parks Galore

From the west to the east and everywhere in between. This is just the short list.

WEST SIDE

Harriet Island

Raspberry Island

Cherokee Regional Park

WEST 7TH Irvine Park

Whether it’s a stroll, a run, a hike, a bike, a paddle, a swim, playing catch, a picnic, or simply soaking up some sun on a lazy afternoon — there’s a park or trail close by for stretching your legs, getting your heart pumping, or simply kicking back and experiencing the art of relaxation.

Cherokee Regional Park Trail: 1.9 miles

Indian Mounds Regional Park Trail: 2 miles

Walk or wheel your way around these multi-use paths.

Sam Morgan Regional Trail: 9.3 miles

Mississippi River Gorge Regional Trail: 5.3 miles

Trout Brook Regional Trail: .7miles

Como Lake Trail: 1.8 miles

Phalen Lake Trail: 3-mile loop

Gateway State Trail: 18 miles

FIND

DOWNTOWN

Kellogg Mall Park

Rice Park

LOWERTOWN

Lower Landing

Mears Park

COMO

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory

HIGHLAND PARK

Highland Bridge Park

Hidden Falls Regional Park

ON THE GREEN LINE

Newell Park

Frogtown Park and Farm

EAST SIDE

Indian Mounds Park

Lake Phalen and Phalen Regional Park

INDIAN MOUNDS REGIONAL PARK

PHALEN REGIONAL PARK COMO LAKE

Saint Paul is located within the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area and has more miles of Mississippi riverfront than any other city in the U.S. — 26 miles to be exact.

the

mississippi

Its waters beckon nature lovers, solitude seekers and adventurers alike.

MISSISSIPPI RIVER OVERLOOK

The Great River Passage Conservancy is partnering with the city’s Great River Passage Initiative to build a Learning Center, River Balcony, and East Side River District. Explore how these projects will reconnect people from all walks of life with the river. greatriverpassage.org

Briauna Williams

“Saint Paul is pretty chill and relaxed. You can get some of everything within a few mile radius. ”— Briauna Williams

Briauna Williams is a multifaceted artist who sees art as a way to tell stories, share ideas, inspire and uplift. Her mural depicts the Shepard Davern area which is just across the Mississippi River from MSP International Airport. The work captures the essence of present and past buildings, homes and ancestral lands.

From the vibrant events and festivals that grace its banks to the many outdoor activities that define a typical Saint Paul day, the Mississippi is the thread that weaves the urban and the wild seamlessly into a Saint Paul way of life.

For thousands of years, the territories surrounding Saint Paul and the Mississippi River have been the dwelling grounds of the Dakota, Ojibwe, and diverse tribal peoples. To the Dakota, the river is revered as Wakpá Tháŋka or Haha Wakpa, representing the conduit that binds all waters and living beings. In honor of this rich heritage, we recognize Saint Paul and the river as the traditional territories of the Dakota and Ojibwe peoples, where a legacy of interconnectedness and cultural heritage resonates through the ages. Fmr.org

DISCOVER HOW YOU CAN EXPERIENCE THE MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI AT VISITSAINTPAUL.COM

“I used bright colors to reflect people, nature and culture as a whole. The many whimsical lines are my signature doodling style. The lines on the tall buildings symbolize pathways leading to various destinations such as downtown and the airport and suggest exploration. Elements symbolizing water convey healing, purity, calmness, life, creation and creativity — all things I wish for this space to hold.”

Briauna’s mural is titled Past, Present and Future Victories and located on the Victory Ramp on 4th Street and Wabasha Street.

Briauna’s iconic must-do list

• Find a place by the Mississippi to start your morning

• Attend an event at Union Depot

• Spend the day at Lake Phalen

• Shop at The Black Market

• Visit Frogtown Farm

Photo by Jackson Eddy

put your game face on

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

MINNESOTA ROLLER DERBY

Saint Paul is a sports lover’s paradise. Grab your foam finger and your lucky charm and indulge in some seriously enthusiastic sideline commentary.

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

Minnesota United, MLS

March–October, Allianz Field

St. Paul Saints, Minor league baseball

March–September, CHS Field

Minnesota Twins, MLB

April–September, Target Field

Minnesota Wind Chill, AUDL team

April–July, Sea Foam Stadium

Minnesota Aurora, USL W

May–July, TCO Stadium

Minnesota Lynx, WNBA

May–August, Target Center

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

Minnesota Vikings, NFL

September–January, U.S. Bank Stadium

Minnesota Wild, NHL

October–April, Xcel Energy Center

Minnesota Roller Derby

October–April, Roy Wilkins Auditorium

Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

October–April, Target Center

PWHL Minnesota

November–March, Xcel Energy Center

CHS FIELD

ALLIANZ FIELD

Xcel Energy Center hosts everything from high school tournaments to college playoffs and is the hub of game day fever when the NHL’s Minnesota Wild hit the ice.

WILDLYiconic

In Saint Paul, the rinks are not just frozen expanses — they are hallowed grounds where the spirit of hockey thrives.

The Art of Hockey

Want to hit the rink? TRIA Rink, is home to one of the state’s largest hockey murals. It sits atop Treasure Island Center and hosts Minnesota Wild and PWHL Minnesota practices. Bring your own skates or rent a pair. Make sure to visit triarink.com to find out when open skate sessions are available.

The 2026 World Junior Ice Hockey Championship is coming to Saint Paul, showcasing the talents of the top men’s players under 20 from 10 nations. Over the course of 10 days, 29 thrilling games will unfold! Start making plans!

more than a season it’s a celebration!

The Coolest Celebration on Earth, a 10day revelry of winter — America’s oldest celebration of its kind, since 1886.

This light display is a do-not-miss with millions of lights and a vibrant, festive atmosphere that will make your holiday shiny & bright.

“Our neighborhoods come alive with outdoor and indoor festivals and events when the snow falls.”

We are a vibrant capital city that embraces the snow and ice. From the stunning holiday lights adorning Rice Park and Mears Park, to the festive atmosphere along Grand Avenue and downtown, to plays, concerts, and celebrations at our many venues, there’s a palpable sense of joy that warms our city.

Highlights of the season are the Winter Carnival with its parades, ice sculptures, and family-friendly attractions — and the exciting GLOW Holiday Festival. We are home to the Minnesota Wild and women’s hockey, plus we have hosted extreme sports events like Red Bull Crashed Ice. In 2026, we will host the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship. Saint Paul is always evolving to make winters inviting for everyone.

WINTER

Inside and out, winter in Saint Paul bursts onto the scene with a contagious energy unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Pack your gloves, hat and scarf and prepare to fall in love — because this city does winter in style! FIND MORE WAYS TO LOVE WINTER. VISITSAINTPAUL.COM

Mayor Carter’s iconic must-do list

• If you’re a runner like me, get out along the Mississippi River or jog through the charming Summit Hill neighborhood

• Take in a Wild or PWHL hockey game at Xcel Energy Center

• Visit a brewery to watch the Vikings play

• Sample our award-winning local cuisine

• Simply enjoy the beauty of the season

SAINT PAUL WINTER CARNIVAL

GLOW HOLIDAY FESTIVAL

yearround playground

SEASONAL ADVENTURES AWAIT.

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Spring

warmth and longer days, art crawls, concerts, hiking, biking, zoo visits, Mississippi River kayaking, baseball and soccer games

Summer

beaches, picnics, festivals galore, music in the parks, ice-cream and patio season at local restaurants, breweries and coffee shops

Fall

a fiery palette of color, breathtaking sights, crisp leaves, farmers’ markets, Summit Avenue strolls, Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon fun

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Kao Lee Thao

“Saint Paul is a blend of historic charm and vibrant cultures all nestled along the Mississippi River.” — Kao Lee Thao

Kao Lee Thao is a visual artist and threedimensional animator who picked up a brush for the first time in 2006. She is a first-generation Hmong American, with roots that trace back to parents who escaped the jungles of Laos and crossed the Mekong River with only five dollars in their pockets. Her cultural destination piece depicts Saint Paul’s Little Mekong neighborhood.

“My connection with Saint Paul is visible in every stroke I leave behind. My paintings are a window into my soul — hoping to spark inspiration in others and to transport viewers to a world of fantasy — reminding us not to forget what imagination can accomplish in life.”

Kao Lee’s mural titled Journey Across the Generations is in progress. It is located on the skyway between the Minnesota Children’s Museum and Wells Fargo Place, over Wabasha Street.

Kao Lee’s iconic must-do list

• Don’t miss the Dragon Boat Festival

• Experience the Saint Paul Winter Carnival

• Visit during the Hmong New Year Celebration

• See more art during the Saint Paul Art Crawl or visit the Creative Enterprise Zone to see more murals

LITTLE AFRICA FESTIVAL

saint paul’s coolest corners

CATHEDRAL HILL

Find historic homes and the stunning Cathedral of Saint Paul.

COMO PARK

Visit Como Park Zoo and Conservatory and stroll around Como Lake.

CREATIVE ENTERPRISE ZONE

Home to more than 300 creative businesses and known for its spectacular murals.

DISTRICT DEL SOL*

Discover a neighborhood with authentic and longstanding Latino roots.

DOWNTOWN

Romantic, exciting, cultural. The vibe is urban and the people are laid back.

EAST SIDE*

Come hungry. The feeling of heritage is strong here and it is expressed in food.

FROGTOWN & RONDO

Ethnically diverse and filled with pride, music, culture and a sense of community.

GRAND & SUMMIT

Famous for its 5 miles of Victorian homes and its 26-block shopping district.

HIGHLAND PARK

Parks define this neighborhood — most notable is the Highland Bridge project.

LITTLE AFRICA*

See vibrant art and experience the traditions of Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia.

LITTLE MEKONG*

Discover amazing southeast Asian markets, culture and businesses in this area.

LOWERTOWN

Enjoy old warehouses converted into shops, galleries, restaurants and a Farmers’ Market.

NORTH END*

This neighborhood dates back to the 1900s and is just north of the iconic Minnesota State Capitol.

SELBY AT SNELLING

Find unexpected gifts in shops where owners greet you with warm welcomes.

WEST 7TH*

This is Saint Paul’s first settlement and it stretches along the mighty Mississippi.

*Cultural Destination Area

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GREENLINE

St. Anthony Park

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

University Ave

Shadow Falls Overlook Park

Selby at Snelling

Summit Ave

Grand Ave

Mississippi River Blvd

MSP International Airport

Hidden Falls Regional Park

Fort Snelling State Park

Selby Ave

Snelling Ave Hamline Ave Dale St

Cathedral Hill

Grand & Summit

Highland Park

West7thSt

Mississippi National River & Recreation Area ShepardRd

Cherokee Regional Park

Crosby Farm Park

Both Saint Paul and Minneapolis share numerous national distinctions for best parks, food, well-being, creativity and more.

METROexplore the

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 suburbs on our perimeter. There’s a lot to see and do close to you when Saint Paul is your home base.

Metro Transit Light Rail Green Line

The 11-mile Green Line connects Union Depot in Saint Paul to Target Field Station in Minneapolis, passing through some of the city’s most historic and vibrant neighborhoods. Attractions along the way include 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.

Union Depot

This notable early 20thcentury American rail station welcomes travelers arriving by intercity rail, bus, local bus, light rail, and even Mississippi riverboat.

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.

While you’re in the airport discover curated collections of artworks, creating a unique and culturally enriching experience for travelers passing through.

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

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there’s an iconic pulse within this city

The unique energy that defines Saint Paul emanates from its diverse and dynamic population. Economic development and culture are powerfully connected here. It’s what makes this city a thriving metropolitan community with a diverse array of over 300,000 people — and an accessible and welcoming environment for entrepreneurs.

First large U.S. city with an allwoman city council, all 40 and under. The most diverse City Council in Saint Paul’s history.

The Twin Cities area is home to one of the largest metro economies in the world — with the downtowns of Saint Paul and Minneapolis eight miles apart, surrounded by 15 counties with workers and businesses less than 30 minutes away.

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

36 colleges and universities — including globally ranked research universities

#1 ranked airport

events thatwow

Bring any crowd together with ease in one of Saint Paul’s historic venues packed with character — or a modern facility with every amenity you can imagine. Step into a welcoming city buzzing with culture. It’s the perfect place for events big and small.

Award-winning Venues

The Saint Paul RiverCentre, spanning 230,000 square feet, boasts a rich history of uniting people worldwide. As a certified LEED, Green Globes, and Event Industry Council sustainable venue, it stands as the hub of the city’s award-winning interconnected event complexes, alongside The Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium and Xcel Energy Center.

Next-level Service

Saint Paul RiverCentre’s experienced team ensures seamless planning and execution of your meeting or event, covering every detail, including exceptional food, beverages, and unmatched service.

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Cool attractions

Explore the pages of this guide, and you’ll quickly realize that Saint Paul isn’t just a city; it’s a playground of diverse flavors, artistry, and one-of-a-kind cultural vibes for event-goers.

Your groups may also enjoy:

Science Museum of Minnesota

Cooks | Bellecour

Securian Club at CHS Field

Minnesota History Center

Landmark Center

SAINT PAUL RIVERCENTRE

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The businesses listed here are members of Visit Saint Paul and supporters of tourism. Please refer to them to help you create the best possible experience.

Arts & Culture

AAW GALLERY OF WOOD ART (651) 484-9094

galleryofwoodart.org

Downtown

ARGYLE ZEBRA GALLERY (651) 224-3757 theazgallery.org

Lowertown

CELTIC JUNCTION ARTS CENTER (612) 874-8892

celticjunction.org

Creative Enterprise Zone

CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES (952) 934-1525

chanhassendt.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

CHILDREN’S THEATRE COMPANY (612) 874-0400

childrenstheatre.org

Twin Cities Metro Area

Accuracy

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CIRCUS JUVENTAS (651) 699-8229

circusjuventas.org

Highland Park

GERMANIC-AMERICAN INSTITUTE (651) 222-7027

gaimn.org

Cathedral Hill

HISTORY THEATRE (651) 292-4323

historytheatre.com

Downtown

MINNESOTA MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART (651) 797-2571

mmaa.org

Lowertown

MINNESOTA OPERA (612) 333-6669

mnopera.org

NEWSTUDIO GALLERY (651) 207-5527

newstudiogallery.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

ORDWAY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS (651) 224-4222

ordway.org

Downtown

PARK SQUARE THEATRE COMPANY (651) 291-7005

parksquaretheatre.org

Downtown

PUBLIC ART SAINT PAUL (651) 290-0921

publicartstpaul.org

Downtown Attractions

CAN CAN WONDERLAND (651) 925-2261

cancanwonderland.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

COMO PARK ZOO & CONSERVATORY (651) 487-8201

comozooconservatory.org

Como Park

COMO TOWN AMUSEMENT PARK (651) 487-2121

comotown.com

Como Park

CRAYOLA EXPERIENCE (952) 851-5800

crayolaexperiencemn.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

LAUGH CAMP COMEDY CLUB (651) 290-2290

camp-bar.net

Lowertown

MALL OF AMERICA (952) 883-8800

mallofamerica.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

MINNESOTA ZOO (952) 431-9200

mnzoo.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS (651) 348-8119

moimallofamerica.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

NICKELODEON UNIVERSE (952) 883-8600

nickelodeonuniverse.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

PINE TREE APPLE ORCHARD (651) 429-7202

pinetreeappleorchard.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

SAINT PAUL FARMERS’ MARKET (651) 227-8101

stpaulfarmersmarket.com

Lowertown

VALLEYFAIR (952) 445-7600

valleyfair.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

XCEL ENERGY CENTER (651) 265-4800

xcelenergycenter.com

Downtown

FLYOVER AMERICA (952) 853-6000

flyover-america.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

Museums & Historic Sites

ALEXANDER RAMSEY HOUSE

mnhs.org/ramseyhouse

West 7th

BELL MUSEUM (612) 626-9660

bellmuseum.umn.edu

Saint Anthony Park

CATHEDRAL OF SAINT PAUL (651) 228-1766

cathedralsaintpaul.org

Cathedral Hill

HISTORIC FORT SNELLING (612) 726-1171

mnhs.org/fortsnelling

HMONG CULTURAL CENTER (651) 917-9937

hmongcc.org

Frogtown

JAMES J. HILL HOUSE (651) 297-2555

mnhs.org/places/sites/jjhh

Cathedral Hill

LANDMARK CENTER (651) 292-3225

landmarkcenter.org

Downtown

MINNESOTA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM (651) 225-6000

MCM.org

Downtown

MINNESOTA HISTORY CENTER (651) 259-3000

mnhs.org/historycenter

Cathedral Hill

MINNESOTA STATE CAPITOL (651) 296-2881

mnhs.org/capitol

MINNESOTA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM (651) 228-0263

transportationmuseum.org

SCHUBERT CLUB MUSEUM (651) 292-3267

schubert.org

Downtown

SCIENCE MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA (651) 221-9444

smm.org

Downtown

TWIN CITY MODEL RAILROAD

MUSEUM (651) 647-9628

tcmrm.org

Creative Enterprise Zone

UNION DEPOT (651) 202-2700

uniondepot.org

Lowertown

VIKINGS MUSEUM (651) 452-2626

Vikings.com/museum

Casinos & Race Tracks

CANTERBURY PARK (952) 445-7223 canterburypark.com

RUNNING ACES CASINO, HOTEL & RACETRACK (651) 925-4600 runaces.com

TREASURE ISLAND RESORT & CASINO (800) 222-7077

ticasino.com

Retail

CANDYLAND (651) 292-1191

candylandstore.com

Downtown

COOKIE CART (612) 521-0855

cookiecart.org

East Side

COOKS | BELLECOUR (651) 228-1333

cooksbellecour.com

Grand Avenue

DGPILOT (651) 347-0730

dgpilot.com Downtown

EVERGREEN COLLECTIVE (651) 395-7107

ecoevergreen.co

Grand Avenue

EXPECTANCY COFFEE

COMPANY (952) 649-7306

expectancyco.com

GOLDEN FIG FINE FOODS (651) 602-0144

goldenfig.com

Grand Avenue

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.

GOODTHINGS (651) 222-0321

shopgoodthings.com

Grand Avenue

IRISH ON GRAND (651) 222-5151

irishongrand.com

Grand Avenue

LANDMARK JEWELERS (651) 222-2282

landmarkjewelers.net

Downtown

LARISSA LODEN (612) 886-9134

larissaloden.com

Merriam Park

LEGACY CHOCOLATES CAFE (651) 340-5252

legacychocolates.com

Lowertown

LIP ESTEEM COSMETICS (651) 788-7868

lipesteem.com

Rondo

LULA VINTAGE (651) 644-4110

lulavintagemn.com

Selby at Snelling

MARTHA’S GARDENS (651) 696-2993

marthasfloralstudio.com

Selby at Snelling

NINE LIVES nine-lives-828.square.site West 7th

NORTHMADE CO.

northmade.co

Creative Enterprise Zone

PETEK TRADING CO. (612) 655-7582

petektradingco.com

West 7th

PLANT BAR CAFE (612) 469-6844

plantbarcafe.com

East Side

RED BALLOON BOOKSHOP (651) 224-8320

redballoonbookshop.com

Grand Avenue

ROSELINE’S CRAFTED

CANDLES 612-840-8958

roselinescandles.com

Grand Avenue

SCARBOROUGH FAIR (651) 402-6441

scarboroughfairshop.com

Como Park

STORMSISTER SPATIQUE (612) 716-5480

stormsister.biz/

Shopping Centers

ROSEDALE CENTER (651) 638-3553

myrosedale.com

Sightseeing & Tours

CELESTIAL TOURS (651) 243-1707 celestial-tours.com

CYNCITY TOURS (651) 357-4053 cyncitytours.com

GETKNIT EVENTS (855) 333-5648 getknitevents.com

GRAY LINE TWIN CITIES

HIGHLIGHTS TOUR (952) 985-7514

grayline-mn.comtwincitiestours/

JESSICA KITTLESON - DREAM VACATIONS (651) 587-2374

jkittleson.dreamvacations.com

MINNESOTA GHOST WALKS (833) 446-7813

stpaulghosts.com

MN HELICOPTERS (651) 450-0521

minnesotashelicopters.com

TWIN CITIES

SIGHTSEEING TOURS (612) 750-9898

twincitiessightseeingtours.com

WABASHA STREET CAVES (651) 224-1191

wabashacaves.com

West Side

Sports & Recreation

AFTON ALPS (651) 436-5246 aftonalps.com

HIGHLAND NATIONAL

GOLF COURSE (651) 695-3774

HIGHLAND 9-HOLE

GOLF COURSE (651) 695-3708

golfstpaul.org

Highland Park

MOUNT FRONTENAC GOLF COURSE (800) 488-5826 mountfrontenac.com

MUSA SPORTS (651) 230-5045

musasports.com/twincities/

PADDLE BRIDGE

KAYAK TOURS (612) 423-3838 paddlebridge.com

ST. PAUL YACHT CLUB (651) 292-8964 stpaulyachtclub.org

West Side

TWIN CITIES IN MOTION (651) 289-7700 tcmevents.org

Sports Teams

MINNESOTA ROLLER DERBY (320) 634-6674

mnrollerderby.com

Downtown

MINNESOTA UNITED (763) 4-SOCCER mnufc.com

Midway

MINNESOTA VIKINGS (952) 828-6500 vikings.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

MINNESOTA WILD (651) 222-WILD wild.com

Downtown

MINNESOTA WIND CHILL (952) 484-2641

windchillultimate.com

ST. PAUL SAINTS BASEBALL (651) 644-6659

saintsbaseball.com

Lowertown

Festivals & Events

THE BEER DABBLER (651) 802-2112 beerdabbler.com

EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS MARKET stpaulchristmasmarket.com Lowertown

IRISH FAIR OF MINNESOTA (651) 461-4990 irishfair.com

MINNESOTA SONGKRAN

FESTIVAL (612) 605-7979 thaiculturemn.us

MINNESOTA STATE FAIR (651) 288-4400 mnstatefair.org

MN CHRISTMAS MARKET mnchristmasmarket.com

SAINT PAUL WINTER CARNIVAL (651) 223-7400 wintercarnival.com

STP PRIDE FESTIVAL & PARADE (612) 298-6651 stppride.org

TWIN CITIES BRIDAL SHOW (888) 715-7620 theweddingguys.com

TWIN CITIES JAZZ FESTIVAL twincitiesjazzfestival.com

TWIN CITIES PRIDE (612) 255-3260 tcpride.org

[GETTING AROUND] Transportation

DELTA AIR LINES (888) 221-1212 delta.com

ECLIPSE GLOBAL TRANSPORTATION (651) 293-1111 or (800) 215-8914 eclipsecars.com

GOGO CHARTERS

MINNEAPOLIS (612) 314-8912 gogocharters.com/ minneapolis-charter-bus

JEFFERSON LINES (858) 800-8898 jeffersonlines.com

METRO TRANSIT (612) 373-3333

metrotransit.org/visitors

METROPOLITAN AIRPORT COMMISSION (612) 726-8100 mspairport.com

MINNEAPOLIS CHARTER BUS COMPANY (612) 286-1606

minneapolischarter buscompany.com

MINNEAPOLIS TROLLEY TOURS (612) 900-3220

minneapolistrolleytours.com

NATIONAL CHARTER BUS ST. PAUL (844) 755-0510

nationalbuscharter.com/ st-paul-charter-bus

NORTHFIELD LINES (507) 645-5267 northfieldlines.com

PARTYBUS-RENTAL.NET (833) 458-7001 Partybus-rental.net

PREMIER TRANSPORTATION (612) 331-7433 premiertrans.com

PRICE4LIMO (952) 666-1419 price4limo.com

SAINT PAUL CHARTER BUS COMPANY (612) 286-1606

minneapolischarterbus company.com/st-paulcharterbus

SCHMITTY & SONS TRANSPORTATION

GRAY LINE MINNESOTA (952) 985-7514

grayline-mpls.com

SIXT RENT A CAR (888) 749-8227

sixt.com

ST. PAUL DOWNTOWN AIRPORT (651) 224-4306

metroairports.org/ ourairports/ st-paul-downtownairport

TOTAL TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION (651) 770-5668 totallimo.com

Aug. 22 – Sept. 2, 2024

Aug. 21 – Sept. 1, 2025

[EAT & DRINK]

Breweries

BAD WEATHER BREWING (651) 207-6627

badweatherbrewery.com

West 7th

BANG BREWING bangbrewing.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

BARREL THEORY BEER COMPANY (651) 600-3422

barreltheory.com

Lowertown

DUAL CITIZEN BREWING COMPANY (651) 330-4750

dualcitizenbrewing.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

J’S KOMBUCHA (651) 603-4498

jskombucha.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

LAKE MONSTER BREWING CO. (612) 964-6288

lakemonsterbrewing.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

METRONOME BREWERY (651) 317-9080

metronomebrewery.com

Lowertown

SAINT PAUL BREWING (651) 698-1945

stpaulbrewing.com

East Side

SUMMIT BREWING COMPANY (651) 265-7800

summitbrewing.com

West 7th

SURLY BREWING CO. (763) 999-4040

surlybrewing.com

TWIN CITIES BREWERY

TOURS (612) 750-9898

TwinCitiesBreweryTours.com

URBAN GROWLER BREWING COMPANY (651) 340-5793

urbangrowlerbrewing.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

WABASHA BREWING CO. (651) 224-2102

wabashabrewing.com

West Side

WALDMANN BREWERY (651) 222-1857

waldmannbrewery.com

West 7th

Dining

A-SIDE PUBLIC HOUSE (651) 756-1351

asidepublichouse.com

West 7th

APOSTLE SUPPER CLUB (651) 340-8987

apostlesupperclub.com

Downtown

BENNETT’S CHOP AND RAILHOUSE (651) 228-1408

bennettschopandrailhouse.com

West 7th

BIG RIVER PIZZA (651) 683-2186

bigriverpizza.com

Lowertown

BOM DIA TREATS (651) 448-1391

bomdiatreats.com

Highland Park

BREAD AND CHOCOLATE (651) 228-1017

breadandchocolatebakery.com

Grand Avenue

BRUNSON’S PUB (651) 447-2483

brunsonspub.com

East Side

THE BULLDOG LOWERTOWN (651) 221-0750

thebulldoglowertown.com

Lowertown

BURGER MOE’S (651) 222-3100

burgermoes.com

West 7th

THE BUTTERED TIN (651) 224-2300

thebutteredtin.com

Lowertown

CAFE ASTORIA (651) 340-9471

cafeastoria-stpaul.com

West 7th

CAFE LATTE (651) 224-5687

cafelatte.com

Grand Avenue

CASPER & RUNYON’S SHAMROCKS

(651) 228-9925

crshamrocks.com

West 7th

CASPER’S & RUNYON’S NOOK (651) 698-4347

crnook.com

Highland Park

CITIZEN (651) 605-0190

citizensaintpaul.com

Downtown

CITY HOUSE cityhousemn.com

COLOSSAL CAFE - COMO (651) 797-4027

colossalcafe.com

Como Park

COLOSSAL CAFE - GRAND (651) 414-0543

colossalcafe.com

Grand Avenue

DOCK & PADDLE (651) 300-4847

dockandpaddle.com

Como Park

DOWNTOWNER WOODFIRE

GRILL (651) 228-9500

downtownerwoodfire.com

West 7th

EL BURRITO MERCADO (651) 227-2192

elburritomercado.com

West Side

FLAVA CAFE (651) 348-7472

flavacafe.org

Frogtown

FRENCH MEADOW CAFE (651) 789-8870

frenchmeadowcafe.com

Grand Avenue

THE GNOME CRAFT PUB (651) 219-4233

thegnomepub.com

Cathedral Hill

GRAND OLE CREAMERY (651) 293-1655

grandolecreamery.com

Grand Avenue

GRAY DUCK (651) 340-9022

grayduckstpaul.com

Downtown

GREEN MILL RESTAURANT & BAR (651) 698-0353

greenmill.com

Grand Avenue

GROVELAND TAP (651) 699-5058

grovelandtap.com

Highland Park

HEADWATERS CAFE AT RIVERCENTRE

(651) 726-8402

rivercentre.org/attend/ onsite-dining

Downtown

HERBIE’S ON THE PARK (651) 726-1700

herbiesonthepark.com

Downtown

HIGHLAND GRILL (651) 690-1173

highlandgrill.com

Highland Park

HOLMAN’S TABLE (612) 261-1620

holmanstable.com

Downtown

HOPE BREAKFAST BAR (651) 330-8996

hopebreakfast.com

West 7th

IRON RANGER (651) 487-1913

ironrangermn.com

Grand Avenue

KINCAID’S (651) 602-9000

kincaids.com

Downtown

LA GROLLA (651) 221-1061

la-grolla.com

Cathedral Hill

LOON CAFE (651) 330-4777

looncafestpaul.com

Downtown

LOUIS RISTORANTE & BAR (651) 222-7378

cossettas.com/louisristorantebar/

Downtown

LUCI ANCORA (651) 698-6889

luciancora.com

Highland Park

MANCINI’S CHAR HOUSE (651) 224-7345

mancinis.com

West 7th

MERITAGE

(651) 222-5670

meritage-stp.com

Downtown

MUCCI’S ITALIAN (651) 330-2245

muccisitalian.com

West 7th

NEW BOHEMIA WURST + BIERHAUS

(651) 330-8267

newbohemiausa.com

West 7th

NINA’S COFFEE CAFE (651) 292-9816

ninascoffeecafe.com

Cathedral Hill

NOTHING BUNDT CAKES (651) 683-2343

nothingbundtcakes.com

Grand Avenue

PARLOUR ST. PAUL (651) 207-4433

parlourbar.com

West 7th

PATRICK MCGOVERN’S PUB (651) 224-5821

patmcgoverns.com

West 7th

PEDDLER’S PUB (651) 224-6373

thepeddlerspub.com

THE PILLBOX TAVERN (651) 756-7566

pillboxtav.com

Downtown

RAFIKI COFFEE & CAFE 651-493-9117

rafikicoffeecafe.com

Midway

RED COW (651) 789-0545

redcowmn.com

Cathedral Hill

RED RABBIT (651) 444-5995

redrabbitmn.com

Grand Avenue

RIVAL HOUSE SPORTING

PARLOUR (651) 255-0645

rivalhousestpaul.com

Downtown

SAINT DINETTE (651) 800-1415

saintdinette.com

Lowertown

SAKURA RESTAURANT (651) 224-0185

sakurastpaul.com

Downtown

SAWATDEE THAI

CUISINE (651) 528-7106

sawatdee.com

Downtown

SEVENTH STREET TRUCK

PARK (651) 340-8431

truckparkusa.com

West 7th

THE ST. PAUL GRILL (651) 224-7455

stpaulgrill.com

Downtown

SWEETGREEN (651) 240-4070

sweetgreen.com

Grand Avenue

TASTE OF RONDO (651) 348-2615

tasteofrondo.com

Rondo

TOM REID’S HOCKEY CITY PUB (651) 292-9916

tomreids.com

West 7th

TONGUE IN CHEEK (651) 888-6148

tongueincheek.biz/

East Side

URBAN WOK (651) 299-0119

urbanwokusa.com

Lowertown

W.A. FROST (651) 224-5715

wafrost.com

Cathedral Hill

WORKHORSE COFFEE BAR (651) 348-7561

workhorsecoffee.com

Creative Enterprise Zone

WRESTAURANT AT THE PALACE (952) 600-5611

wrestaurantatthepalace.com

Downtown

YELLOWBIRD COFFEE BAR (651) 493-7134

yellowbirdcoffeebar.com

Selby Avenue

YUM! KITCHEN AND BAKERY (651) 615-1230

yumkitchen.com

Selby at Snelling

YUMI SUSHI BAR (651) 207-6810

yumisushibar.com

Cathedral Hill

Food Tours

TASTE TWIN CITIES FOOD TOURS (612) 750-9898

TasteTwinCities.com

Live Music Venues

AMSTERDAM BAR AND HALL (612) 285-3112

amsterdambarandhall.com Downtown

MINNESOTA MUSIC CAFE (651) 776-4699

minnesotamusiccafe.com

East Side

SOMERSET AMPHITHEATER (612) 524-1930

specialevents-livenation. com/venue/ somersetamphitheater

Twin Cities Metro Area

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FILLMORE MINNEAPOLIS (612) 524-1930

specialevents-livenation. com/venues/thefillmoreminneapolis

Twin Cities Metro Area

PAPA LEGBA LOUNGE (651) 207-8049

papalegbalounge.com

West Side

UPTOWN THEATER (612) 524-1930

uptowntheatermn.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

VARSITY THEATER (612) 217-7701

specialevents-livenation. com/venues/varsity-theater

Twin Cities Metro Area

[SERVICES]

Associations & Non-Profits

FRASER (612) 798-8343 fraser.org

GRAND AVENUE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION grandave.com

GREAT RIVER PASSAGE CONSERVANCY (651) 212-5176 greatriverpassage.org

GREATER SAINT PAUL BOMA (612) 291-8888 bomastpaul.org

HIGHLAND BUSINESS ASSOCIATION highlandba.com

HOSPITALITY MINNESOTA (651) 778-2400 hospitalitymn.org

HUMAN POWERED HEALTH (952) 243-1818 humanpoweredhealth.com

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT NORTH (707) 580-4062 janorth.org

KEYSTONE COMMUNITY SERVICES (651) 645-0349 keystoneservices.org

METROIBA (651) 387-0738 buylocaltwincities.com

MIDWAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (651) 646-2636 midwaychamber.com

OPEN ARMS OF MINNESOTA (612) 872-1152 openarmsmn.org

OSMAN SHRINERS (651) 452-5660 osmanshriners.org

ROCK FROM THE HEART (763) 331-8282 rockfromtheheart.org

SELBY AT SNELLING selbyatsnelling.org

ST. PAUL AREA CHAMBER (651) 223-5000 stpaulchamber.com

URBAN ROOTS (651) 228-7073 urbanrootsmn.org

AV & Equipment Rental

ANCOM / MIDWEST RADIO RENTALS (MRR) (952) 890-7570 ancom.org/rentals/

AUDIO VISUAL & VIDEO RESOURCES (952) 814-9898 avvr.com

AVEX (952) 929-2839 goavex.com

ULTIMATE EVENTS (763) 559-8368 ue-mn.com Twin Cities Metro Area

Catering

A GOURMET THYME SHORTBREADS (651) 334-5251 agourmetthymetoo.com

A’BRITIN CATERING (612) 332-7571 abritincatering.com

D’AMICO CATERING (612) 238-4444 damicocatering.com

LANCER CATERING (651) 290-9864 lancercatering.com

LEVY RESTAURANTS (651) 726-8130 levyrestaurants.com

MHC CULINARY GROUP (651) 726-1950 mhcculinarygroup.com

MINTAHOE CATERING & EVENTS (612) 253-0255 mintahoe.com

WEST INDIES SOUL FOOD (651) 331-9523 westindiessoulfoods.com

Energy & Resources

DISTRICT ENERGY ST. PAUL (651) 297-8955 districtenergy.com

ECOLAB, INC. (651) 293-2474 ecolab.com

XCEL ENERGY (612) 330-5500 xcelenergy.com

Entertainment

COURTNEY BURTON MUSIC courtneyburtonmusic.com

DINNER DETECTIVE MURDER

MYSTERY SHOW SAINT PAUL (866) 496-0535 thedinnerdetective.com/ st-paul/

GAME SHOW STUDIO (612) 431-7875 gameshowstudio.com

NATE HANCE MUSIC (701) 240-2450 NateHance.com

PAR365 (651) 348-8810 par365golf.com

ROCK IT MAN

ENTERTAINMENT (651) 214-2197 rockitmanentertainment.com

TRIVIA MAFIA (952) 261-7337 triviamafia.com

Event & ServicesExpo

ANDERSON RACE

MANAGEMENT (651) 688-9143 andersonraces.com

BEST MEETINGS (952) 858-8875 bestmeetings.com

CENAIKO EXPO, INC. (763) 755-8111 cenaikoexpo.com

CHROM EXPO SERVICES (612) 328-6586 chromexpo.com

FANFARE ATTRACTIONS (612) 870-1332 fanfareattractions.com

HANDSON TWIN CITIES (612) 379-4900 handsontwincities.org

HEROIC PRODUCTIONS (952) 224-9591 heroic-productions.com

K2&CO (612) 325-3597 k2andcompany.com

METROCONNECTIONS (612) 333-8687 metroconnections.com

SYNERGETIC ENDEAVORS (651) 340-4848 synergeticendeavors.com

VOICEHIVE (612) 483-2606 voicehive.com

Financial/ Insurance

BOYUM BARENSCHEER (651) 222-1801 myboyum.com

LAMBERT DICKSON GROUP (612) 371-2886 lambertdicksongroup.com

NORTH RISK PARTNERS (651) 379-7800 northriskpartners.com

SECURIAN FINANCIAL GROUP (651) 665-3863 securian.com

Marketing & Communications

CTM MEDIA GROUP (952) 232-5518 ctmmedia.com

EIGHT MOON (612) 925-1927 eightmoon.com

FIELD GUIDE, INC. (612) 968-0558 fieldguideinc.com

HAILEY SAULT (218) 728-3651 haileysault.com

HAVEN 33 CREATIVE (952) 607-5454 Haven33Creative.com

MAPLE LANE MEDIA (763) 478-8184 maplelanemedia.com

ONE SIMPLE PLAN (612) 677-2240 onesimpleplan.com

OUTFRONT MEDIA (612) 436-7181 outfrontmedia.com

Media

KSTP-5 EYEWITNESS NEWS / 45TV (651) 646-5555 kstp.com

LAVENDER MAGAZINE (612) 436-4660 lavendermagazine.com

MINNESOTA MONTHLY BY GREENSPRING MEDIA (612) 371-5800 greenspring.com

PIONEER PRESS/ TWINCITIES.COM (651) 222-1111 twincities.com

SAINT PAUL ALMANAC (651) 785-6268 saintpaulalmanac.org

Parking Management

IMPARK (612) 341-8000 impark.com

VICTORY PARKING INC. (651) 222-7371 victoryparking.com

Photography & Videography

BLOCK PORTRAIT STUDIOS (651) 400-0714 block-studios.com

CYBICK PRODUCTIONS (651) 357-4053 cybick.com

VIVID CONCEPTS MEDIA (651) 216-6814 Vividconceptsmedia.com

Printing & Promotional Items

ADWEAR SPECIALTIES (651) 699-0696 adwearpromo.com

ALLEGRA/IMAGE360 (651) 222-8004 allegrastp.com

AMERICAN SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS (612) 859-2909 teamhamlinpromoesp website.com

COPY RIGHT PRINTING (651) 228-0130 copyrightprinting.com

FOXTROT MARKETING GROUP (651) 552-6104 foxtrotmarketing.com

SEVEN CORNERS PRINTING (651) 222-8381 7cpco.com

THE UPS STORE ON GRAND (651) 222-2019 locations.theupsstore.com

Professional Services

COURTNEY BURTON COACHING courtneyburton coaching.com

TKDA (651) 292-4400 tkda.com

WINTHROP & WEINSTINE, P.A. (612) 604-6400 winthrop.com

Real Estate Services

THE ARLOW ON KELLOGG (651) 461-3100 thearlow.com

Downtown

GALTIER TOWERS APARTMENTS / BIGOS MANAGEMENT (651) 297-6738 apartmentsinsaintpaul. com

Lowertown

HISTORIC HAMM BUILDING (952) 564-4670

halversonblaiser. commercialcafe.com

Downtown

KELLOGG SQUARE / BIGOS MANAGEMENT (651) 227-9224

kelloggsquare.com

Downtown

PIONEER ENDICOTT (651) 529-1328

pioneerendicott.com

Lowertown

RESIDENCES AT CUSTOM HOUSE (651) 222-2616

chstpaul.com

Lowertown

Suppliers

CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES (651) 298-0800

capitolbeverage.com

RED BULL NORTH AMERICA (612) 227-1017

redbull.com

Telecom

LOFFLER COMPANIES (952) 925-6800

loffler.com

Venues 317 ON RICE PARK (651) 726-8800

facebook.com/

weddingsandmeetings317/ Downtown

A’BULAE (651) 788-9818

abulae.com

Lowertown

ABRAZAR (651) 214-1185

abrazarevents.com

Lowertown

ALLIANZ FIELD

mnufc.com/stadium/ special-events-rentals

Midway

CARONDELET CENTER (651) 696-2750

carondeletcenter.org

Highland Park

CHS FIELD

chsfield.com

Lowertown

ME E TS

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THE ESSENCE EVENT CENTER (651) 797-4244

theessencemn.com

Como Park

GATHERINGS AT STATION 10 (651) 964-0118

Station10gatherings.com

West 7th

INWOOD OAKS (612) 253-0255

mintahoe.com/venues/ inwood-oaks/

Twin Cities Metro Area

THE LOWLANDS (651) 343-6845

thelowlands.com

West Side

MACALESTER COLLEGE

CONFERENCE & FACILITY RENTAL (651) 696-6638

macalester.edu/ conferences

Grand Avenue

MENDAKOTA COUNTRY CLUB (651) 905-6165

mendakotacc.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

THE LEGENDARY ROY WILKINS AUDITORIUM (651) 265-4800

TheRoy.org

Downtown

MINNESOTA HUMANITIES CENTER (651) 772-4242

mnhum.org/eventcenter

East Side1.

THE ORIGINAL CONEY ISLAND (651) 224-8287

Downtown 224.74

POOL & YACHT CLUB (651) 455-3900

poolandyachtclub.com

SAINT PAUL RIVERCENTRE (651) 265-4800

rivercentre.org

Downtown

ST. PAUL EVENT CENTER (651) 352-6000

stpauleventcenter.com

Downtown

TARGET FIELD EVENTS (612) 659-3870

TargetFieldEvents.com

Twin Cities Metro Area

THREE SIXTY ST. PETER (651) 228-3843

threesixtyeventspace.com

Downtown

UNIVERSITY CLUB OF SAINT PAUL (651) 222-1751

universityclubofstpaul.com

Cathedral Hill

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA - CONFERENCE & EVENT SERVICES (612) 625-9090 uces.umn.edu

Twin Cities Metro Area

UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS (651) 962-6671

stthomas.edu/eventservices

Grand Avenue

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Routinely ranked among North America’s best and most efficient airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) proudly connects millions of passengers to the Twin Cities region each year. But the journey is as enticing as the destination. MSP features art exhibits to stir your imagination, local retail favorites to shop, and diverse dining options to satisfy your cravings. With each departure or layover, MSP invites visitors to explore the very best of Minnesota, all conveniently located under one roof, one delicious bite at a time.

www.mspairport.com

Lodging

Best Western Plus Como Park Hotel (651) 647-1637 | Como Park

Celeste St. Paul Hotel + Bar (651) 222-0848 | Downtown

Comfort Inn Saint Paul East (651) 578-8466 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Como Lake Bed & Breakfast (651) 402-7930 | Como Park

Country Inn & Suites, Roseville (651) 628-3500 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Country Inn & Suites, Shoreview (651) 784-6000 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Courtyard By Marriott Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport (651) 452-2000 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Courtyard by Marriott St. Paul Woodbury (651) 731-5338 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Courtyard by Marriott St. Paul Downtown (651) 204-4050 | Downtown

Covington Inn (651) 292-1411 | West Side

Delta Hotels by Marriott Minneapolis Northeast (612) 331-1900 | Twin Cities Metro Area

DoubleTree By Hilton St. Paul Downtown (651) 291-8800 | Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul East (651) 731-2220 | East Side

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown (800) 378-7946 | Downtown

Graduate Minneapolis (612) 379-8888 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Saint Paul (651) 224-7400 | Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Eagan (651) 688-3343 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Paul/Oakdale (651) 739-7436 | Saint Paul

Historic District Bed and Breakfast (763) 360-3717 | Cathedral Hill

Holiday Inn Express Woodbury (651) 702-0200 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown (651) 225-1515 | Downtown

Hyatt Place Saint Paul Downtown (651) 647-5000 | Downtown

InterContinental Minneapolis - St. Paul Airport (612) 725-0500 | Saint Paul

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront (651) 292-1900 | Downtown

Radisson St. Paul Downtown (651) 227-8711 | North End/State Capitol

Residence Inn St. Paul Downtown (651) 222-1000 | Downtown

Residence Inn St. Paul Woodbury (651) 731-9010 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Sheraton St. Paul Woodbury Hotel (651) 209-3280 | Twin Cities Metro Area

Springhill Suites by Marriott Arden Hills/St. Paul (651) 209-7066 | Twin Cities Metro Area

SpringHill Suites by Marriott St. Paul Downtown (651) 224-9700 | Downtown

The Davidson Hotel (651) 560-2009 | Cathedral Hill

The New Victorian Mansion Bed & Breakfast (651) 321-8151 | Cathedral Hill

The Saint Paul Hotel (651) 292-9292 | Downtown

Water Street Inn (651) 439-6000 | St. Croix River Valley

Gate secured parking ($15)

Complimentary chef made breakfast

Hassle free group bookings

Multiple event spaces

Photographer credits