Holidays

Photos: Giant, award-winning pumpkins transformed into Jack-o’-Lantern art

October 28, 2025 2:05pm CDT

A group of giant pumpkins are on display at a popular garden after being transformed into Jack-o’-lantern art.

The best US cities for Halloween 2025, data suggests

October 27, 2025 11:33am CDT

A new WalletHub report ranks the best U.S. cities to celebrate Halloween in 2025, based on trick-or-treater friendliness, Halloween fun, and weather.

Here’s how much a Walmart Thanksgiving meal will cost this year

October 26, 2025 1:55pm CDT

Walmart is bringing back its popular Thanksgiving Meal Basket for 2025, promising families an easier and more affordable way to enjoy the holiday.

German-inspired Christkindl Market returns to Minneapolis this winter

October 22, 2025 4:14pm CDT

With more vendors and a larger footprint, the German-inspired Christkindl Market will return to Minneapolis this holiday season.

More people are looking for holiday seasonal jobs this year: What that means

October 22, 2025 3:44pm CDT

Though more people are searching for seasonal work, the number of job postings ahead of the holiday season is only slightly higher, making for a competitive job market.

Farmington widower's Halloween haunt combats food shelf shortages

October 20, 2025 6:08pm CDT

"Mr. Halloween" has been transforming his yard into a spectacle for nearly 30 years.

Here's who's hiring for holidays 2025

October 16, 2025 8:45am CDT

Many major retailers and companies are starting to hire workers for the upcoming holiday season.

Here are the hottest Halloween costumes for 2025, according to Google

October 15, 2025 5:49pm CDT

From "KPop Demon Hunters" to Labubu to Chicken Jockey, here are the top Halloween costume trends for kids, adults, and even pets, according to Google search.

Dayton's Holiday Market coming to Southdale Center in Edina this winter

October 13, 2025 1:26pm CDT

The Dayton's holiday experience is coming to Southdale Center in Edina this winter.

Operation Santa: What you can do now to help a child in need this holiday season

September 17, 2025 11:52am CDT

The Postal Service says they receive far more letters than donors each year. They’re hoping that changes in 2025.

Here's what's open and closed on Labor Day 2025

September 1, 2025 5:36am CDT

Banks and many stores are closed on Labor Day, but other retailers are open. Note that some locations may have varying hours.

East Coast beaches hit with 'fecal contamination' warnings ahead of Labor Day weekend

August 31, 2025 1:42pm CDT

Labor Day vacationers across the East Coast are facing "fecal contamination" warnings at their beaches this holiday weekend.

Hershey unveils new twist on Halloween candy classics

August 14, 2025 10:40am CDT

Harry Potter and Charlie Brown are among the icons joining (and returning to) the candy crew this season.

July Fourth boaters warned about deadly waterfront danger with lifesaving summer tips

July 4, 2025 10:03am CDT

A boating safety expert shares critical tips as Coast Guard data shows 564 deaths and 3,844 accidents in 2023, as officials emphasize proper training and safety checklists.

July 4th fireworks 2025: How to watch & stream live

July 4, 2025 8:59am CDT

Want to keep the parades and fireworks up on your smart TV all day long? Here's where you can find live fireworks and more.

Remember when? Statue of Liberty restorations in 1986

July 4, 2025 5:13am CDT

After weathering New York Harbor for decades, Lady Liberty was in need of major upgrades ahead of her 100th birthday. Here’s a look back at the process.