The 9 Best Wineries in Minnesota!

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Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls, MN

Located in downtown Cannon Falls, Cannon River Winery’s tasting room is as popular with the locals as it is with tourists. The tasting counter is large and inviting, and serves up crisp white…

Located in downtown Cannon Falls, Cannon River Winery’s tasting room is as popular with the…

The 7 Best Corn Mazes in Minnesota!

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Montgomery Orchard, Montgomery, MN

If you’re in the Mankato or Faribault area, head over the the Be-Amazed Corn Maze at Montgomery Orchard. The maze has two sides, a shorter one and a longer one. You can pick one, the other, or…

If you’re in the Mankato or Faribault area, head over the the Be-Amazed Corn Maze at…

The 7 Best Taco Places in Minnesota!

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Taqueria La Hacienda, Burnsville, MN

With a couple extra locations and a food truck now, Taqueria La Hacienda is moving up in the world. They are easily the best tacos South of the River. And it’s no surprise: When a Mexico City…

With a couple extra locations and a food truck now, Taqueria La Hacienda is moving up in the world.…

The 7 Best Skate Shops in Minnesota!

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Zombie Boardshop, Burnsville, MN

Thanks to Zombie Boardshop, South of the River skaters aren’t left to fend for themselves with big box chains and mall stores. Located near Buck Hill (they carry snowboards, as well), the shop…

Thanks to Zombie Boardshop, South of the River skaters aren’t left to fend for themselves…

The 9 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in Minnesota!

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Grand Slam, Burnsville, MN

A birthday party package at Grand Slam is a no-brainer for parents. They supply pizza, drinks, a party room, game tokens, trampoline jumping, laser tag, mini golf, go carts, and time in their Play…

A birthday party package at Grand Slam is a no-brainer for parents. They supply pizza, drinks, a…

The 7 Best Pumpkin Patches in Minnesota!

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Afton Apple Orchard, Hastings, MN

With a bluff-top location and views of the St. Croix River valley, Afton Apple Orchard is definitely one of the prettiest pumpkin patches you'll find in Minnesota. Take a scenic hayride and pick your…

With a bluff-top location and views of the St. Croix River valley, Afton Apple Orchard is…

15 Best Hiking Trails in Minnesota!

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Louisville Swamp Unit, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Shakopee, MN

Hikers in the Twin Cities can find a river oasis in the form of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge (MVNWR). The Louisville Swamp Unit, on the western end of the refuge, near Shakopee,…

Hikers in the Twin Cities can find a river oasis in the form of the Minnesota Valley National…

The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in Minnesota!

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Legends Club, Prior Lake, MN

Legends Club is located on the southern edge of the Twin Cities metro. Hewn from the lakes, ponds, creeks, and wetlands of Prior Lake, Legends Club was designed by Gill Miller to be an…

Legends Club is located on the southern edge of the Twin Cities metro. Hewn from the lakes, ponds,…

The 8 Best Bars in Minnesota!

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The Port, Red Wing, MN

Tucked into the lower level of the St. James Hotel (they’re putting a lot of bars in basements these days, aren’t they?), the Port is another speakeasy-inspired joint in a port town. But…

Tucked into the lower level of the St. James Hotel (they’re putting a lot of bars in…

The 8 Best Sporting Goods Stores in Minnesota!

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South Metro Sports, Burnsville, MN

If you are involved in a team sport, whether it’s soccer or softball, lacrosse or track, South Metro Sports probably has everything you need. They also customize a wide range of sports and fan…

If you are involved in a team sport, whether it’s soccer or softball, lacrosse or track,…

Lions Tap, Eden Prairie, MN

Featured in The 9 Best Burgers in Minnesota!

This casual, local watering hole became a destination when word spread about its burgers. The Lions Tap doesn’t do anything too fancy with the burger concept, but its house-blend spices do so… Read More

Cannon River Winery, Cannon Falls, MN

Featured in The 9 Best Wineries in Minnesota!

Located in downtown Cannon Falls, Cannon River Winery’s tasting room is as popular with the locals as it is with tourists. The tasting counter is large and inviting, and serves up crisp white… Read More

Hanisch Bakery and Coffee Shop, Red Wing, MN

Featured in The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Minnesota!

With award-winning doughnuts that earn statewide recognition, Hanisch Bakery and Coffee Shop is small-town business with a big reputation. Although their offerings go way beyond doughnuts. Yet, the… Read More

Dundee Nursery and Landscaping, Plymouth, MN

Featured in The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Minnesota!

Dundee Nursery and Landscaping is a total garden center with flowers, decorative ground cover, shrubbery and more. But its selection of trees—particularly fruit trees—really sets it apart… Read More

Pet Stuff, Minnetonka, MN

Featured in The 8 Best Pet Stores in Minnesota!

Pet Stuff in Minnetonka is a full-line pet store that carries supplies and food for dogs, cats, small animals, and wild birds. In addition, they have a self-service pet washing station in the store… Read More

University of Minnesota Pediatric Dental Clinic, Minneapolis, MN

Featured in The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Dentists in Minnesota!

The Pediatric Dental Clinic at the University of Minnesota is an extremely well-regarded dental care facility for kids. Operated in conjunction with Delta Dental of Minnesota, the clinic is staffed… Read More

Park Square Theatre, St. Paul, MN

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Live Theater in Minnesota!

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

Montgomery Orchard, Montgomery, MN

Featured in The 7 Best Corn Mazes in Minnesota!

If you’re in the Mankato or Faribault area, head over the the Be-Amazed Corn Maze at Montgomery Orchard. The maze has two sides, a shorter one and a longer one. You can pick one, the other, or… Read More

Birchbark Books and Native Art, Minneapolis, MN

Featured in The 8 Best Bookstores in Minnesota!

Tucked into the Kenwood neighborhood, a couple blocks west of Lake of the Isles, Birchbark Books and Native Art has the best pedigree in the state: It was opened and is owned by National Book Award… Read More

Sep

BlackTop Cruisers Annual Charity Carshow

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Faribo West Mall, Faribault, MN

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ParaConnection 2022

All Day

Washington Recreation Center, Faribault, MN

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Annual Christmas Market Craft and Gift Expo

10:00 AM

Dundas Dome, Dundas, MN

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