May 31, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Historic Fort Snelling. Free with Admission. Celebrate the release of Enmity and Empathy: Japanese Americans in Minnesota During World War II with a panel discussion featuring author Ka Wong, Ms. Sally Sudo, and Dr. Karen Tanaka Lucas, followed by an audience Q&A. Dr. Wong’s book, drawing on personal interviews and archival […]
June 1, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Grand Ave. Free. Read our full preview of Grand Old Day 2025. The official Kickoff to summer is back! Since 1973, the Grand Avenue Business Association has put on Grand Old Day and it is truly a family-friendly event for all ages. Over 200,000 people converge along 30 […]
Tuesdays through September 23. 7:00-9:00 p.m. Skinner’s Pub & Eatery. Free. Skinner’s Pub is hosting live music on the patio every Tuesday all summer long, rain or shine, from 7-9 p.m. This month’s schedule includes GB Laeighton June 3, Croix Boys June 10, Michael Handler June 17 and Josh and Rose June 24. More at […]
Wednesdays through August, 10 a.m.Various Locations. Free (reservation required) St. Paul Walking Tours are back! Appreciate the rich history, architecture, and nature of downtown on four different tours: Heart of the City Walking Tour (the 1st Wednesday of the month in June and August only), It Happened Right Here: St. Paul’s Origins Walking Tour (2nd […]
June 4, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Landmark Center. Free. Enjoy a rare opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes exploration of Landmark Center’s North Tower. Get a bird’s eye view of downtown St. Paul by climbing the steps and walking through a secret door to get to the top. This is the one rooftop you don’t want to […]
Thursdays through September 25, 10:15 AM – 11:45 a.m. Alexander Ramsey House. $0-$20. The Irvine Park District was one of St. Paul’s first residential neighborhoods. Walk with our knowledgeable guides on a tour to learn about the history of the land and architecture. You’ll hear stories of the residents throughout time and take a deeper […]
June 7-8. Union Depot. Free Train Days returns to Union Depot on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free, family-friendly weekend highlights all things railroads and transportation with hands-on fun, interactive tours, and a bustling marketplace. Kids can enjoy an expanded activity zone this year, filled […]
June 7, 9:00 a.m.-1:00p.m. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Free. St. Peter’s is hosting a “Buy Nothing, Everything is Free” Event on Saturday, June 7th from 9-1 p.m. at 530 S. Victoria St. on the corner of Victoria and Armstrong. You are welcome to bring items to donate the day of the event or contact [email protected] […]