Savor
2025-05-06 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Minnesota Museum of American Art
May 6, 6:00 p.m. Minnesota Museum of American Art. $500.
Please join us for SAVOR—a unique opportunity to dine in the M’s New Wing under the sparklingly restored stained glass arcade. This experience features award-winning Chef Yia Vang and the team from Union Hmong Kitchen, bringing together flavors and stories, surrounded by the M’s permanent collection artworks in HERE, NOW, all at one shared table.
SAVOR supports the M’s vision to inspire understanding and our common humanity through art and community engagement, always aiming to make the museum a vital space for bold exhibitions, engaging programs, and a welcoming space for everyone.
Learn more and purchase tickets at mmaa.org/savor.

Rollerskating FUN Night
2025-05-07 18:00 - 20:00 | El Rio Vista Recreation Center
May 7, 6-8 p.m. El Rio Vista Rec. Center.
Kids & Families – Dust of those skates & head on down to El Rio Vista to have some fun with the oldie but goodie activity. Most all roller rinks are closed these days, so let’s make this the new spot. If enough interest, we may do it more often. You are encouraged to bring your own roller-skates or inline skates if they have them. There will be some select sizes to borrow. Concessions for sale.
stpaul.gov/news/spring-celebrations-events.

Courtroom Concert: PaviElle French, vocalist & composer
2025-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Landmark Center
May 8, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Landmark Center. Free.
Hosted by composer Abbie Betinis, our popular Courtroom Concerts take place at noon most Thursdays in the Landmark Center in downtown St. Paul. This series features accomplished musicians and composers from the Twin Cities and surrounding area, as well as occasional musical newcomers to the area. These one-hour concerts are free and open to the public. schubert.org.

2025 Police Civilian Internal Affairs Review Commission (PCIARC) Annual Summit
2025-05-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Rondo Community Library
May 8, 6-7:30p.m. Rondo Community Library.
Please join us to learn more about the civilian oversight of St. Paul Police Department and how community members are involved in the filing and review of complaints regarding misconduct of sworn officers of the St. Paul Police Department. Learn more at stpaul.gov/calendar/2025-pciarc-annual-summit.

Ramsey After Dark: Mental Illness and the Victorian Mind
2025-05-09 17:30 - 20:45, 2025-05-23 17:30 - 20:45 | Alexander Ramsey House
May 9 & 23, 5:30-6:45 p.m. & 7:30-8:45 p.m. Alexander Ramsey House. $18-$20.
Mental illness was misunderstood and often feared by Victorian society. Families had to make difficult decisions about how to handle their loved ones’ struggles in an era where health issues were not discussed in public and treatment options were limited or experimental. Alexander Ramsey’s brother, Justus, and son-in-law, Charles, suffered from mental illness which impacted the entire family. In this tour, hear excerpts from newspaper accounts and family letters and journals to discover how an influential family handled a very human reality. This program is recommended for ages 18 and up.
Learn more and get tickets at mnhs.org/events/3375.

Saturday Science Club
2025-05-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Crosby Farm Regional Park
May 10, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Crosby Farm Park. Ages 14+. Free
Let’s get outside together and explore the world around us! Saturday Science Club is a monthly meetup for folks to get outside, explore, and learn about our incredible urban ecosystem. Each month we’ll look for wildlife and complete a mini bioblitz of life in the park. We’ll document what we find on iNaturalist and track changes in the world around us as the seasons change. Try to come every month to see what the entire year has to offer us. Have you wanted to participate in a community science project? This is it!
This program takes place outside. Please dress for the weather.
A smartphone with the iNaturalist app is encouraged, but certainly not required. Register at: bit.ly/saturdaysciencecrosby.

Early 19th Century Social Dance and Live Music
2025-05-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Fort Snelling
May 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Historic Fort Snelling. $24
Bring your eagerness to learn and enthusiasm for dance to an unforgettable evening at Historic Fort Snelling! Join us for an evening of socializing and learning a longways country dance called the Mad Robin similar to those common at early 19th century social gatherings. We’ll also try a dance called Mr. Beveridge’s Maggot (but no actual maggots here)! Dancers will be accompanied by members of the Historic Fort Snelling Fifes and Drums.
Learn more and get tickets at mnhs.org/events/3388.

Camp Savage and the Birth of US Military Language Intelligence: One Soldier's Story at Sibley
2025-05-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Sibley Historic Site
May 16, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Sibley Historic Site. $20.
Dr. Karen Lucas gives a fascinating presentation about Minnesota’s key role in the early development of US Military Language Intelligence during WWII. Dr. Lucas will share the experiences of her father, Walter Tanaka, as part of the first class at Camp Savage, where 6,000 Japanese linguists were trained, many of whom were Americans of Japanese descent.
Learn more at mnhs.org/events/3278.

The Great Plant Sale
2025-05-17 09:00 - 12:00 | St. Luke Lutheran Church
May 17, 9:00 a.m.-Noon. St. Luke Lutheran Church. Free Admission.
Rain or Shine – St. Luke Lutheran Church 1807 Field Ave St. Paul, MN 55116
Nursery and member grown perennials, natives, and annuals. Heirloom tomatoes, vegetables houseplants, gently used garden tools, books, pots and misc. gardening accessories. Cash, Check or Charge accepted. ramseygardeners.org

Ramsey County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale
2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Aldrich Arena
May 17, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Aldrich Arena. Free Entry.
The sale includes a large selection of native plants, vegetables, favorite and unique varieties of tomatoes, herbs, annual and perennial flowers, houseplants, quality garden gloves, and other great items to get your garden growing strong. Funds raised support Master Gardener community and youth education programs in Ramsey County. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted.
For more information, visit RamseyMasterGardeners.org/plantsale.

West End Garage Sale
2025-05-17 09:00 - 2025-05-18 15:00
May 17-18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Various locations.
A Weekend of Fun. Join us for our West End Garage Sale! This will be a neighborhood-wide sale. Last day to register: May 3. Interested in participating? Fill out the form below. Your sale will be added to a map and advertised. Register your garage sale. Learn more at fortroadfed.org/west-end-garage-sale.

Nine Lives Expansion Celebration
2025-05-17 16:00 - 20:00 | Nine Lives Thrift
May 17, 4:00-8:00 p.m. Nine Lives Thrift. Free.
We knocked a wall down in March, and have expanded into the vacant space next to us at 1169 West 7th Street. That made space for a second dressing room, access to a bathroom and space to add a mending lounge and a whole lot of breathing room! We NEED to celebrate, with bubbles, and fun! We are especially excited to welcome Scout Cosmetics and her darling flash tattoos to the event…keep and eye out for an appointment link and flash options! We are thrilled to host Abby Chu Designs and her beautiful new trailer, Juliette, for their ribbon cutting! Come get a beautiful custom permanent bracelet, or scoop out her other delightful pieces!! Joy of Sunshine Services will be selling plants from 4 to 6!
More info at ninelivesthrift.org.

Whoa, Nellie! The Outlaw King Of The Wild Middle West
2025-05-17 19:30 - 2025-06-08 21:30 | History Theatre
May 17-June 8. History Theatre. $15-$74.
This spring, History Theatre proudly presents the world premiere of “Whoa, Nellie! Outlaw King of the Wild Middle West.” This rip-roaring musical tale of Nellie King, the “wily and scandalous female cowboy detective” whose countless criminal exploits and penchant for male attire made her an 1800s Minnesota media icon. “Whoa Nellie!” is directed by Laura Leffler and runs May 17-June 8, 2025- tickets on sale now!
For tickets and more info, visit www.historytheatre.com

St. Paul Soap Box Derby
2025-05-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Hidden Falls Regional Park
May 22, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Hidden Falls Regional Park. Free.
Cheer on youth from across the city at this year’s Soap Box Derby. Young people compete in derby cars they built over six weeks at local rec centers. This year the race will be on Thursday, May 22nd from 4-7pm at Hidden Falls Regional Park. Learn more at facebook.com/stpaulparks.

Jewish Girlhood in Minnesota Conversation
2025-05-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Minnesota History Center
May 22, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Minnesota History Center. Free.
Robin Doroshow of the Jewish Historical Society of the Upper Midwest and Kate Dietrick of the Upper Midwest Jewish Archives at the University of Minnesota Libraries hold a conversation about the history of Jewish sororities, exploring both the necessity and the social fun they provide.
Learn more at mnhs.org/events/3268.

Flint Hills Family Festival
2025-05-30 08:00 - 2025-05-31 17:00 | Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
May 30-31. Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. Free/$8.
The Flint Hills Family Festival, produced by the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, is celebrating 25 years of kicking off summer in downtown Saint Paul. The 2025 festival – happening May 30-31 in Rice Park and Landmark Center – will feature a star-studded lineup of family friendly headliners including 360 All Stars and Ada Twist, Scientist. All outdoor activities at the festival are free, and tickets for indoor performances start at $8. Tickets and more at ordway.org/festival.

Book Event: Enmity and Empathy
2025-05-31 13:30 - 14:30 | Fort Snelling
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 research, explores the struggles and triumphs of Japanese Americans who relocated to Minnesota during WWII. Join us at the event to learn more about these remarkable individuals and the history of Fort Snelling, where many of them trained, with copies of the book available for purchase and signing.
Learn more at mnhs.org/events/3245.

Grand Old Day
2025-06-01 08:00 - 18:00 | Grand Avenue
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 blocks of St. Paul’s iconic Grand Avenue, from Dale Street to Fairview Avenue, to celebrate the arrival of summer at the largest one-day festival in the upper Midwest. What is it that draws in such a crowd? Over 150 food vendors, a family fun area, art district, festival gardens with live music, a parade and much more.
Learn more at grandave.com/events/grandoldday.

Music on the Patio
2025-06-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Skinner’s Pub
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 facebook.com/skinnerspub.

St. Paul Walking Tours
2025-06-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Landmark Center
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 Wednesdays of the month), Great River Walking Tour (3rd Wednesdays of the month), Rice Park Walking Tour (4th Wednesdays of the month)!
All tours are free but reservations are required. June tour date reservations will open on May 5. July tour date reservations will open on June 2, and August tour date reservations will open on July 7. For more information, call 651.292.3063 or visit landmarkcenter.org/saint-paul-walking-tours.

Climb to the Top (North Tower)
2025-06-04 11:00 | Landmark Center
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 miss this summer. Don’t forget your camera!
Free, Self-guided, No reservations required.
Summer 2025 Climb To The Top dates:

Wednesday, June 4th: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Wednesday, July 2nd: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Wednesday, August 6th: 11:00am – 1:00 pm

The North Tower is accessible only via stairs, 61 steps total from the 6th floor landing to the top. Or skip the elevator all together and climb the 198 stairs from the first floor.
Learn more at landmarkcenter.org/climb-to-the-top-north-tower.

Irvine Park Walking Tour
2025-06-05 10:15 - 11:45 | Irvine Park
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 dive into the preservation efforts of this beautiful historic district.
Tours do not include house tours or self-guided access to building interiors.
All areas are accessible, but some side streets are cobblestone and have historic stone curbs.
Tickets and more at mnhs.org/events.

Train Days
2025-06-07 - 2025-06-08 | Union Depot
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 with crafts and coloring, a bounce house, sidewalk chalk art and a DJ dance zone. Large-scale model train displays will once again wow visitors of all ages as they wind through intricate miniature landscapes. Rail fans and casual visitors alike can also shop curated rail-themed vendors featuring toys, model trains, apparel, and memorabilia.
Visit uniondepot.org/traindays and Union Depot social media channels to see vendor highlights and learn more about the event.

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Buy Nothing-Everything is Free
2025-06-07 09:00 - 13:00 | St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
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 njcheesebow@gmail.com to arrange a pick up.
Learn more at saintpeterslutheranchurch.com.

Groovin' In The Garden
2025-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Como Zoo Conservatory
Wednesdays June 11-July 30. 6-8 p.m. Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Free.
Pack a picnic and dancing shoes, spread out a blanket & join us for these free outdoor concerts & activities in front of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory Wednesdays June 11 – July 30 from 6pm–8pm. Hotdogs, ice cream treats, beer and wine will be available to purchase.
June 11 – Innocent Reggae Band – Roots Reggae
June 18 – Maria & The Coins – Singer-Songwriter Driven Pop Hooks
June 25 – Flamin’ Oh’s – Minnesota Music Legends
July 2 – Leslie Rich & The Rocket Soul Choir – Belfast Born Singer/Songwriter Fronting a 3-piece Rock Band
July 9 – Salsa del Soul – High-Energy Latin Dance Music
July 16 – Jellyjacket – All-Star Minnesota Rock & Roll Band
July 23 – Favourite Girl – Katy Vernon Leads An Almost Exclusively Female Powered Rock Band
July 30 – School of Rock –St. Paul & Plymouth House Bands
Learn more at comozooconservatory.org/groovin2025.

Irvine Park Walking Tour
2025-06-12 10:15 - 11:45 | Alexander Ramsey House

Music at The Bridge
2025-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Highland Bridge
June 12, 6:00 p.m. Highland Bridge. Free.
Save the date for live music and food trucks near the water feature in Highland Bridge. Presented by The Distad Real Estate Team. Sponsored by TruStone Financial.
Music by 5 Speed. Food for purchase: Cold Front Ice Cream, Highland Popcorn, Tacos Los 4 Carnales & Pizza Karma. Wine and beer for purchase from Tiffany’s.
Learn more at highlanddistrictcouncil.org/hdc-event/thursdays-in-highland-music-at-the-bridge-2.
