Ice maze opens in Eagan as part of Winter Skolstice event
A half-mile ice maze has opened at Viking Lakes in Eagan for "Winter Skolstice," an winter event with a warming house, curling and pond hockey. The maze will be open through Feb. 19.
A half-mile ice maze has opened at Viking Lakes in Eagan for "Winter Skolstice," an winter event with a warming house, curling and pond hockey. The maze will be open through Feb. 19.
Brand new ice attraction opens at Delano winery
One of the largest ice attractions in the state is now open at a winery in Delano just west of the metro. Fountain Hill Winery teamed up with The Ice Palace, a company based in Idaho, to open the winter experience. Production on the nearly 2 acre site started in November. It will continue to grow and more features will be added throughout the winter. The palace has a bridge, tunnels, slides, towers and fire pits. There also food trucks on site, authentic brick-oven pizza and wine available in the Fountain Hill tasting room. The winery and ice palace are open Tuesday through Saturday.
One of the largest ice attractions in the state is now open at a winery in Delano just west of the metro. Fountain Hill Winery teamed up with The Ice Palace, a company based in Idaho, to open the winter experience. Production on the nearly 2 acre site started in November. It will continue to grow and more features will be added throughout the winter. The palace has a bridge, tunnels, slides, towers and fire pits. There also food trucks on site, authentic brick-oven pizza and wine available in the Fountain Hill tasting room. The winery and ice palace are open Tuesday through Saturday.
Cookie Cart on its way to selling 100,000 cookies for the holidays
A Minneapolis bakery is whipping up more than just delicious cookies for the holidays. They?re baking with purpose. At Cookie Cart, the bakery is a classroom where teens are learning skills to set them up for successful futures. Cookie Cart is a non-profit with two locations, North Minneapolis, 1119 W Broadway Avenue, and St. Paul, 946 Payne Avenue. The cookie recipes came from Sister Jean, who started the non-profit in 1988.
A Minneapolis bakery is whipping up more than just delicious cookies for the holidays. They?re baking with purpose. At Cookie Cart, the bakery is a classroom where teens are learning skills to set them up for successful futures. Cookie Cart is a non-profit with two locations, North Minneapolis, 1119 W Broadway Avenue, and St. Paul, 946 Payne Avenue. The cookie recipes came from Sister Jean, who started the non-profit in 1988.
Inver Grove Heights has the holiday spirit
Every year, Inver Grove Heights hosts a residential light decorating contest called ?Light up the Heights.? This year, 26 homes participated. The first place finisher is 8238 Copland Way, and second place is 1953 59th Court East. For a full list and map, check out the Inver Grove Heights city website, IghMn.gov.
Every year, Inver Grove Heights hosts a residential light decorating contest called ?Light up the Heights.? This year, 26 homes participated. The first place finisher is 8238 Copland Way, and second place is 1953 59th Court East. For a full list and map, check out the Inver Grove Heights city website, IghMn.gov.
Best lights in Inver Grove Heights
Inver Grove Height's annual Light up the Heights Holiday Light Contest is underway, with 26 homes in the running for best display. The city has a map of the houses in the competition, so grab your cocoa and enjoy! More details: https://www.ighmn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2345
Inver Grove Height's annual Light up the Heights Holiday Light Contest is underway, with 26 homes in the running for best display. The city has a map of the houses in the competition, so grab your cocoa and enjoy! More details: https://www.ighmn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2345
Final weekend of Holidazzle in Minneapolis
FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by Holidazlle in Loring Park to learn about what's going on for the final weekend of the popular winter event.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by Holidazlle in Loring Park to learn about what's going on for the final weekend of the popular winter event.
KDWB celebrating 30 years of granting Christmas wishes
Dave Ryan in the Morning on KDWB is marking three decades of granting people's Christmas wishes. FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by the studio to take in the magic.
Dave Ryan in the Morning on KDWB is marking three decades of granting people's Christmas wishes. FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by the studio to take in the magic.
No need to wait for the State Fair to get authentic Caribbean cuisine
A Minnesota State Fair favorite is now available year-round. West Indies Soul Food has opened up a takeout and delivery restaurant in St. Paul?s Frogtown Neighborhood. Owner and Chef Sharon Richards-Noel has been serving up authentic Caribbean cuisine since 1993. The new restaurant is at 839 University Ave W. They are open for delivery or curbside pickup. Online ordering is available Thursday - Saturday from 12pm -7pm.
A Minnesota State Fair favorite is now available year-round. West Indies Soul Food has opened up a takeout and delivery restaurant in St. Paul?s Frogtown Neighborhood. Owner and Chef Sharon Richards-Noel has been serving up authentic Caribbean cuisine since 1993. The new restaurant is at 839 University Ave W. They are open for delivery or curbside pickup. Online ordering is available Thursday - Saturday from 12pm -7pm.
Would you go? Christmas-themed haunted attraction opens in Inver Grove Heights
We are solidly in festive season with spooky season well behind us, or is it? A new attraction in the Twin Cities is offering up a Christmas-themed immersive experience. Nowhere Haunted House has created the Yule Scream event. It?s part haunted house, part escape room, part theater. The group behind the Inver Grove Heights haunted house dove into winter folklore to come up with the storyline. The event is about 45 minutes long and will take place over just four nights, December 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th. It is recommended for people 12 and up and tickets should be purchased ahead of time online.
We are solidly in festive season with spooky season well behind us, or is it? A new attraction in the Twin Cities is offering up a Christmas-themed immersive experience. Nowhere Haunted House has created the Yule Scream event. It?s part haunted house, part escape room, part theater. The group behind the Inver Grove Heights haunted house dove into winter folklore to come up with the storyline. The event is about 45 minutes long and will take place over just four nights, December 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th. It is recommended for people 12 and up and tickets should be purchased ahead of time online.
Old-fashioned Christmas celebration in Farmington
Historic village, Dakota City is hosting ?Christmas in the Village? December 10th and 11th from 3 to 8pm. The village is located on the Dakota County Fairgrounds. The 22 original buildings that make up Dakota City include a post office, general store, and a 1900?s era farmhouse. Kids can meet Santa, send letters to the North Pole, ride in a horse-drawn trolley and learn about life before electricity and running water.
Historic village, Dakota City is hosting ?Christmas in the Village? December 10th and 11th from 3 to 8pm. The village is located on the Dakota County Fairgrounds. The 22 original buildings that make up Dakota City include a post office, general store, and a 1900?s era farmhouse. Kids can meet Santa, send letters to the North Pole, ride in a horse-drawn trolley and learn about life before electricity and running water.
Ballet Minnesota's 34th production of The Nutcracker is one weekend only
For one weekend only, you can catch Ballet Minnesota?s 34th production of The Nutcracker. The show features a cast of more than 100 including two guest dancers from the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Many of the iconic costumes are original, and some even include signatures on the inside of the other people who have played the same role. The Nutcracker performances are December 16th, 17th and 18th at The O?Shaughnessy.
For one weekend only, you can catch Ballet Minnesota?s 34th production of The Nutcracker. The show features a cast of more than 100 including two guest dancers from the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Many of the iconic costumes are original, and some even include signatures on the inside of the other people who have played the same role. The Nutcracker performances are December 16th, 17th and 18th at The O?Shaughnessy.
Tis the season for The Nutcracker
For one weekend only, you can catch Ballet Minnesota’s 34th production of The Nutcracker. The show features a cast of more than 100 including two guest dancers from the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Many of the iconic costumes are original, and some even include signatures on the inside of the other people who have played the same role. The Nutcracker performances are December 16-18 at The O’Shaughnessy.
For one weekend only, you can catch Ballet Minnesota’s 34th production of The Nutcracker. The show features a cast of more than 100 including two guest dancers from the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Many of the iconic costumes are original, and some even include signatures on the inside of the other people who have played the same role. The Nutcracker performances are December 16-18 at The O’Shaughnessy.
Traditional holiday market expands at Union Depot
St. Paul?s European Christmas Market started small, just 12 stalls open for three days. It?s grown immensely since then. This year the event runs 12 days with 60 kiosks. The event takes place outdoors, at the Union Depot the first three weekends in December. The market offers handmade European gifts, food and beverages.
St. Paul?s European Christmas Market started small, just 12 stalls open for three days. It?s grown immensely since then. This year the event runs 12 days with 60 kiosks. The event takes place outdoors, at the Union Depot the first three weekends in December. The market offers handmade European gifts, food and beverages.
Sweet Escape: local landmarks recreated using gingerbread
Gingerbread Wonderland is back at the Norway House in Minneapolis. Hundreds of cookie creations are on display including notable local landmarks like the John H. Stevens house and the Highland Park water tower. There?s also an incredible depiction of Norway?s Arctic Cathedral. The event runs through January 8th. The Norway House is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Gingerbread Wonderland is back at the Norway House in Minneapolis. Hundreds of cookie creations are on display including notable local landmarks like the John H. Stevens house and the Highland Park water tower. There?s also an incredible depiction of Norway?s Arctic Cathedral. The event runs through January 8th. The Norway House is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Sneak peek at Sever's Holiday Lights in Shakopee
This massive holiday light display dances in time to the best songs of the season. Grab a snack from the festive food & drink vendors and enjoy the show. The event runs November 24 through January 1.
This massive holiday light display dances in time to the best songs of the season. Grab a snack from the festive food & drink vendors and enjoy the show. The event runs November 24 through January 1.
Holiday favorite hits the stage at Children?s Theatre Company
That green, angry, holiday-hater has taken over the stage at Children?s Theatre Company. This is the 10th time CTC has produced the stage version of Dr. Seuss?s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Reed Sigmund has played the role of the Grinch five times, which adds up to more than 300 performances of the holiday classic. He has no problem maneuvering his caves? stairs in his long point Grinch shoes, and stays cool by lining his costume with ice packs. Sigmund says the biggest challenge is getting the green paint off his face. How the Grinch Stole Christmas will run through January 8th.
That green, angry, holiday-hater has taken over the stage at Children?s Theatre Company. This is the 10th time CTC has produced the stage version of Dr. Seuss?s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Reed Sigmund has played the role of the Grinch five times, which adds up to more than 300 performances of the holiday classic. He has no problem maneuvering his caves? stairs in his long point Grinch shoes, and stays cool by lining his costume with ice packs. Sigmund says the biggest challenge is getting the green paint off his face. How the Grinch Stole Christmas will run through January 8th.
Historic Minneapolis Mansion opens for holiday-themed tours
One of the city?s most historical mansions is all decked out for the holidays and open to the public for tours that will dive into the secrets of the past, including the hidden doors. The Turnblad Mansion is connected to the home of the American Swedish Institute. It?s the 72nd Holiday Experience at ASI. Besides the mansion tours, Fika Caf? is serving up a special seasonal menu tapping into traditional Scandinavian flavors and the Museum Store is filled with holiday must-haves for creating a cozy Nordic holiday.
One of the city?s most historical mansions is all decked out for the holidays and open to the public for tours that will dive into the secrets of the past, including the hidden doors. The Turnblad Mansion is connected to the home of the American Swedish Institute. It?s the 72nd Holiday Experience at ASI. Besides the mansion tours, Fika Caf? is serving up a special seasonal menu tapping into traditional Scandinavian flavors and the Museum Store is filled with holiday must-haves for creating a cozy Nordic holiday.
Nordic holiday cuisine at American Swedish Institute
FOX 9's Shayne Wells stops by the Fika Cafe at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis to check out the holiday menu.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells stops by the Fika Cafe at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis to check out the holiday menu.
Winter Maker?s Market opens at The Dayton?s Project
One of Minnesota?s most iconic department stories is back for the holidays and offering up a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. The Winter Maker?s Market has returned and expanded. There are 65 local vendors including many heritage brands from Minnesota. The shops take up much of the lower level including the former JB Hudson space and don?t miss the Grande Gallery on the skyway level. The market will be open through January 13th, Monday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 11am to 5pm.
One of Minnesota?s most iconic department stories is back for the holidays and offering up a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. The Winter Maker?s Market has returned and expanded. There are 65 local vendors including many heritage brands from Minnesota. The shops take up much of the lower level including the former JB Hudson space and don?t miss the Grande Gallery on the skyway level. The market will be open through January 13th, Monday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 11am to 5pm.
St. Paul coffee roaster changes name and expands into Minneapolis
Bootstrap Coffee Roasters is now Backstory Coffee Roasters and they’ve opened a second location in Minneapolis’ North Loop neighborhood. Backstory has a beautiful new space with vaulted ceilings and velvet wallpaper inside the lobby of The Duffey Flats. Many historic elements of the buildings past helped shape its design. The wallpaper was created with old photos of Minneapolis and the wood shelving is reclaimed wood from the building when it was the Minneapolis Iron Store. Backstory Coffee Roasters Minneapolis location is open seven days a week from 7am to 3pm. The space can also be used for co-working.
Bootstrap Coffee Roasters is now Backstory Coffee Roasters and they’ve opened a second location in Minneapolis’ North Loop neighborhood. Backstory has a beautiful new space with vaulted ceilings and velvet wallpaper inside the lobby of The Duffey Flats. Many historic elements of the buildings past helped shape its design. The wallpaper was created with old photos of Minneapolis and the wood shelving is reclaimed wood from the building when it was the Minneapolis Iron Store. Backstory Coffee Roasters Minneapolis location is open seven days a week from 7am to 3pm. The space can also be used for co-working.