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Minnesota Weekend Guide: Best Things to Do March 3-5, 2023!

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International Festival of Owls, Houston, MN

March 4, 2023 at 8:00am Owl lovers unite at the International Festival of Owls. Explore owl-themed exhibits, watch owl presentations, and check out the live birds of…
March 4, 2023 at 8:00am Owl lovers unite at the International Festival of Owls. Explore…

15 Best Hiking Trails in Minnesota!

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Beaver Creek Valley Trail, Caledonia, MN

Located within the eponymous park, the Beaver Creek Valley Trail is a six-mile loop that highlights the beauty of the Upper Midwest's "Driftless Area," a term describing that part of the country…
Located within the eponymous park, the Beaver Creek Valley Trail is a six-mile loop that highlights…

The 15 Best Camping Spots in Minnesota!

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Beaver Creek Valley State Park, Caledonia, MN

Carved out of a piece of the Upper Midwest’s “Driftless Area,” a term describing the part of the U.S. that avoided glacial coverage during the last Ice Age. One of the smaller parks…
Carved out of a piece of the Upper Midwest’s “Driftless Area,” a term describing…

The 9 Best Karaoke Bars in Minnesota!

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Wellington’s Pub & Grill, Winona, MN

Wednesday night is karaoke night at Wellington’s Pub and Grill in Winona—and has been for years. This is Winona’s longest-running weekly karaoke night. So, a combination of crooning…
Wednesday night is karaoke night at Wellington’s Pub and Grill in Winona—and has been…

The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Minnesota!

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Bloedow Bakery, Winona, MN

Another winner of WCCO’s annual “Best Doughnut” viewer poll, Bloedow’s has been a Winona favorite for decades. Bloedow’s boasts a regular rotating schedule of filled…
Another winner of WCCO’s annual “Best Doughnut” viewer poll, Bloedow’s has…

The 8 Best Lunch Spots in Minnesota!

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Boat House, Winona, MN

A seasonal restaurant, the Boat House is a great place for a relaxing lunch with Mississippi River views. They serve their lunch menu until 5 p.m., so late lunches are no problem. The fish and chips…
A seasonal restaurant, the Boat House is a great place for a relaxing lunch with Mississippi River…

The 9 Best Bakeries in Minnesota!

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Bloedow’s Little Bake Shop on Broadway, Winona, MN

Bloedow’s has been a Winona favorite for decades, and was recently voted by the best donut shop in the state by viewer’s of Twin Cities CBS affiliate WCCO. Bloedow’s boasts a…
Bloedow’s has been a Winona favorite for decades, and was recently voted by the best donut…

The 7 Best Caterers in Minnesota!

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Steak Shop Catering, Winona, MN

Steak Shop Catering is one of the oldest and probably the busiest caterer in Southeast Minnesota. In spite of their name—and yes, they will custom cut steaks specifically for your event if…
Steak Shop Catering is one of the oldest and probably the busiest caterer in Southeast Minnesota.…

The 9 Best Delis in Minnesota!

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Beno’s Deli, Winona, MN

For 30 years, Beno’s has been feeding folks in Southeast Minnesota’s river towns. The deli started in Lake City and had a Red Wing location, but today, it’s located in the historic…
For 30 years, Beno’s has been feeding folks in Southeast Minnesota’s river towns. The…

The 7 Best Mom & Pop Restaurants in Minnesota!

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Winona Family Restaurant, Winona, MN

If you’re looking for a home-style meal in Southeast Minnesota, Winona Family Restaurant will feed you and make you feel at home. Tasty breakfasts, quick lunches, and hearty dinners—steak…
If you’re looking for a home-style meal in Southeast Minnesota, Winona Family Restaurant will…
Best Things In & Around Houston, MN
Minnesota Weekend Guide: Best Things to Do March 3-5, 2023!

International Festival of Owls, Houston, MN

Featured in Minnesota Weekend Guide: Best Things to Do March 3-5, 2023!
March 4, 2023 at 8:00am Owl lovers unite at the International Festival of Owls. Explore owl-themed exhibits, watch owl presentations, and check out the live birds of… Read More
The 9 Best Karaoke Bars in Minnesota!

Wellington’s Pub & Grill, Winona, MN

Featured in The 9 Best Karaoke Bars in Minnesota!
Wednesday night is karaoke night at Wellington’s Pub and Grill in Winona—and has been for years. This is Winona’s longest-running weekly karaoke night. So, a combination of crooning… Read More
The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Minnesota!

Bloedow Bakery, Winona, MN

Featured in The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Minnesota!
Another winner of WCCO’s annual “Best Doughnut” viewer poll, Bloedow’s has been a Winona favorite for decades. Bloedow’s boasts a regular rotating schedule of filled… Read More
The 8 Best Lunch Spots in Minnesota!

Boat House, Winona, MN

Featured in The 8 Best Lunch Spots in Minnesota!
A seasonal restaurant, the Boat House is a great place for a relaxing lunch with Mississippi River views. They serve their lunch menu until 5 p.m., so late lunches are no problem. The fish and chips… Read More
Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Minnesota!

Mystery Cave State Park

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These 13 miles of underground passages were discovered in 1937 and have attracted the curious ever since. There are underground pools, stunning rock formations and subterranean paths. And no matter… Read More
The Best Hardware Stores in Minnesota!

Kingsley Mercantile, Harmony, MN

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Kingsley’s had us at “mercantile.” Located so close to the environs of “Little House on the Prairie,” what else could a hardware store that sells everything from dry… Read More
The Top 14 Historical Sites in Minnesota!

Historic Forestville, Preston, MN

Featured in The Top 14 Historical Sites in Minnesota!
Tired of the 21st century? Just drive down to Forestville in Fillmore County and step into the 1890s. Visit the general store, stocked with 19th century merchandise and candy, check out the… Read More
The 9 Best Bakeries in Minnesota!

Bloedow’s Little Bake Shop on Broadway, Winona, MN

Featured in The 9 Best Bakeries in Minnesota!
Bloedow’s has been a Winona favorite for decades, and was recently voted by the best donut shop in the state by viewer’s of Twin Cities CBS affiliate WCCO. Bloedow’s boasts a… Read More
The 7 Best Caterers in Minnesota!

Steak Shop Catering, Winona, MN

Featured in The 7 Best Caterers in Minnesota!
Steak Shop Catering is one of the oldest and probably the busiest caterer in Southeast Minnesota. In spite of their name—and yes, they will custom cut steaks specifically for your event if… Read More
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Events around Houston, MN
Mar
30

Pert Near Sandstone

9:00 PM
Ed’s No Name Bar, Winona, MN
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Apr
01

Kids Easter Party

1:00 PM
Winona Athletic Club, Winona, MN
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Apr
15

St Paul & The Minneapolis Funk Allstars

7:00 PM
Cotter Schools, Winona, MN
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May
19

Fabulous Armadillos and What’s Going On

7:00 PM
Cotter Schools, Winona, MN
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May
20

Fabulous Armadillos and What’s Going On

7:00 PM
Cotter Schools, Winona, MN
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Jun
20

Great River Shakespeare Festival - Preview: As You Like It

7:00 PM
WSU Performing Arts Center, Winona, MN
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Jun
21

Great River Shakespeare Festival - Preview: Imbroglio

7:00 PM
WSU Performing Arts Center, Winona, MN
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The Houston Nature Center

The Houston Nature Center
215 W Plum Street, Houston, MN
The Houston Nature Center is focused on local wildlife – things that are in the area, used to be here, or show up on occasion.  This inc... Read More

Polish Cultural Institute and Museum

Polish Cultural Institute and Museum
102 Liberty Street, Winona, MN
Mission:The mission of the Polish Cultural Institute and Museum is to collect, exhibit, interpret and disseminate the heritage of the Kashubian Pol... Read More

Minnesota Marine Art Museum

Minnesota Marine Art Museum
800 Riverview Drive, Winona, MN
Mission:The Minnesota Marine Art Museum engages visitors in meaningful visual art experiences through education and exhibitions that explore the on... Read More

Commonweal Theatre Company

Commonweal Theatre Company
208 Parkway Avenue North, Lanesboro, MN
Our Mission: To enrich the common good through actor based story telling which is both transcendent and relevant. Since 1989, the professional arti... Read More

Lanesboro Skatepark

Lanesboro Skatepark
County Road 8 and Ox Trail, Lanesboro, MN
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Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN
Our MissionEagle Bluff’s Mission: Eagle Bluff is dedicated to providing inspiring experiences that connect people of all ages to the natural ... Read More

Niagara Cave

Niagara Cave
29842 County Road 30, Harmony, MN
About Us:Niagara Cave is one of the most fascinating and unique geological attractions in the United States. In fact, it has been rated one of the ... Read More
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