Nooks and Crannies Tour
2025-11-16 15:30 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | James J. Hill House
Sundays through November 16, 3:30-5:00 p.m. James J. Hill House. $16-20.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at areas of the James J. Hill House that are not featured on the standard house tour including the attic theater space, gate house and storage areas generally off-limits to visitors. Guides will highlight artifacts and fixtures in the home with personal stories from the Hill family and domestic workers. Tour runs 90 minutes.
Get tickets and learn more at mnhs.org/events.

Community Food and Essentials Drive to Support Local Seniors
2025-11-17 08:00 - 2025-11-25 17:00 | Shaller Family Sholom East Campus
November 17-25. 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Shaller Family Sholom East Campus

In response to the ongoing food insecurities faced by many in our community, the Shaller Family Sholom East Campus is hosting a Food and Essentials Drive from November 17–25 to benefit residents of the Weinberg Apartments (affordable senior housing) and others in need during the holiday and winter season.

Community members are invited to drop off nonperishable food items, toiletries, and cold-weather accessories daily between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM at 740 Kay Avenue in St. Paul.

Suggested donations include canned goods, shelf-stable pantry staples, cereals, peanut butter, rice, personal care items, and new warm accessories such as hats, gloves, and socks.

“As we enter a season focused on gratitude and giving, this drive reflects Sholom’s values of compassion and community care,” said Colette Illarde, Volunteer Coordinator at Shaller Family Sholom East Campus. “Together, we can bring comfort and nourishment to those who need it most.”

For more information, please contact Ali Lilja at alilja@sholom.com or call 651.328.2258

Sholom is a trusted, nonprofit senior living community rooted in Jewish values and open to all. With a legacy of care, compassion, and community, we provide a full continuum of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, and home-based care. Beyond exceptional care, Sholom is a place of connection and belonging—where all voices are heard, histories are honored, and life is celebrated at every stage.

For more information, please contact:Ali Lilja, Community Liaison at Shaller Family Sholom East Campusalilja@sholom.com | 651.328.2258www.sholom.com

The Notebook
2025-11-18 07:00 - 2025-11-30 22:00 | Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
Nov. 18-30. Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. $45-$146.
Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, The Notebook tells the story of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. “Full of butterfly-inducing highs and beautiful songs” (Entertainment Weekly), The Notebook is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love, and features music by singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson and a book by TV’s Bekah Brunstetter (“This Is Us”). Tickets and more at ordway.org/events/the-notebook.

Ballet Tuesdays
2025-11-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Landmark Center
November 18, 12-1 p.m. Landmark Center. Free

Landmark Center hosts FREE lunch-hour ballet performances and demonstrations, from 12-1pm, in partnership with Ballet Co.Laboratory. After each performance, audience members are invited to participate in an optional mini-dance lesson, craft, and photos with the dancers.

2025/2026 season dates:

November 18, 2025 | The Snow Queen
February 17, 2026 | If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
April 21, 2026 | Mary Poppins
May 5, 2026 | Reimagined Classics

Learn more at landmarkcenter.org/ballet-tuesdays.

Public Hearing - Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (MRCCA) Zoning Study
2025-11-19 15:30 - 17:00 | St. Paul City Hall
November 19, 3:30 p.m. St. Paul City Hall.
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area zoning code amendments.
Purpose: Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (MRCCA) Zoning Study
Hearing Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 3:30 p.m.
Location: City Council Chambers, Room 300, 15 West Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Please see the attached document for more information.

CC public hearing ENS.pdf

GLOW Holiday Festival
2025-11-20 00:00 - 2026-01-04 23:59 | CHS Field
November 20-January 4. CHS Field. $17.58-$27.47

GLOW Holiday Festival is back! Bring the family to join in on the magic! Stroll through millions of lights and bask in the warmth of the holiday spirit.GLOW will shine bright at CHS Field in downtown St. Paul from Nov. 20-Jan. 4, 2026, on select days. Get tickets and more information at glowholiday.com.

Family Movie: Coco
2025-11-21 18:15 - 20:00 | West 7th Community Center, 265 Oneida St., St. Paul, MN, 55102, United States
November 21, 6:15 p.m. West 7th Library. Free.
Join West 7th Library and Keystone Community Services for our featured movie: Coco! One Friday night a month we’ll show our favorite movies on the big screen in the gym. Bring your favorite blanket & snacks–and wear your pajamas if you like. Fresh hot popcorn will be served! Learn more: sppl.org/locations/w7.

R.L. Stine's GOOSEBUMPS: Phantom of the Auditorium
2025-11-21 19:00 - 2025-12-14 16:00 | Park Square Theater
Nov. 21 – Dec. 14, Park Square Theater. $15-$65.

A spooktacular adventure filled with mystery, laughs, and just the right amount of chills! When Brooke and her best friend Zeke land the leads in their school’s new musical, they’re thrilled – until strange things start happening around the theater. Whispers of an old legend resurface, warning that the play might be cursed.

As opening night approaches and the tension rises, Brooke and her friends race to uncover the truth behind the haunting before the final curtain falls.Featuring catchy songs, unexpected twists, and a story about friendship and courage, Goosebumps: Phantom of the Auditorium invites audiences of all ages to join in the fun… if they dare!

Tickets and more info at parksquaretheatre.org.

Schmidt Holiday Market
2025-11-22 - 2025-11-23 | Schmidt Artists Lofts
November 22 & 23. Schmidt Artists Lofts. Free.
Art for holiday gifts, ceramics, paintings, jewelry and unique inspirations. November 22, 11 a.m.-7p.m. November 23, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit schmidtartists.com/holiday-markets for more information.

Fall Craft Fair
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:00 | Edgecumbe Recreation Center
November 22, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Edgecumbe Rec Center. Free.
Edgcumbe’s Fall Craft Fair is back! Join us on November 22 from 10am-3pm – all are welcome to come explore crafts for sale from a variety of vendors.
For more fall events, visit stpaul.gov/fall-events.

MN Roller Derby November Bouts
2025-11-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Roy Wilkins Auditorium
November 22, 6:00 p.m. Roy Wilkins Auditorium. $24-$26.

Minnesota Roller Derby is back in the legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium for season 22! Get your tickets to see MNRD’s home teams face off in two action-packed bouts! Doors are opening an hour earlier this year, at 5pm, with the first whistle at 6. Kids 9 and under free in General Admission area, ages 2 and under free in Reserved Seats. Must be 18 or older to sit Trackside.

More info at MNrollerderby.com

Event Dates:

November 22, 2024

January 17, 2025

February 14, 2025

March 28, 2025

April 25, 2025

Rollicking! A Winter Carnival Musical
2025-11-22 19:00 - 2025-12-21 17:00 | History Theatre
November 22 – December 21. History Theatre. $63-$78.A gust of icy wind changes everything! History Theatre proudly announces the cast for the world premiere of ROLLICKING! A WINTER CARNIVAL MUSICAL by Keith Hovis and Rachel Teagle. Plunging headfirst into the magnificent history and myth of the St. Paul Winter Carnival, this spectacular new production is directed by HT Interim Artistic Director, Laura Leffler. Running from November 22 to December 21, 2025. Tickets and information about special events available at www.historytheatre.com.

Pancake Breakfast, Craft, and Koláče Bake Sale
2025-11-23 09:00 - 13:00 | C.S.P.S. Hall
November 23, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. C.S.P.S. Hall. $6-$30.
No reservations needed, public welcome! $10 adult, $6 children under 9, $30/family of 4. Koláč (apricot, cream cheese, poppy seed, prune, raspberry) $2 each Pre-order Kolaches
To reserve a craft table: activities@sokolmn.org
Learn more at sokolmn.org/all-events.

St. Paul Truth in Taxation Public Hearing
2025-11-25 18:00 - 20:00 | St. Paul City Hall
November 25, 6:00 p.m. St. Paul City Hall.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Truth in Taxation Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, November 25 at 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers, 15 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Written public comments can be submitted to Contact-Council@ci.stpaul.mn.us, or by voicemail at 651-266-6805. Live testimony will be taken in person in the Council Chambers.

Learn more at stpaul.gov/councilbudgeting.

November 25, 2025 St. Paul City Council Agenda (Truth in Taxation)Download

November 25, 2025 St. Paul City Council Agenda (Truth in Taxation).pdf

European Christmas Market
2025-11-28 00:00 - 2025-12-21 23:59 | Union Depot
November 28 – December 21. Union Depot. Free

The European Christmas Market returns to Union Depot for four festive Holiday weekends. Visit the largest authentic Christmas Market in Minnesota running through the advent season. The market opens on Friday, November 28 and runs through Sunday, December 21. Visit stpaulchristmasmarket.org for all event details, and follow along on Facebook for updates.

Holidays on the Hill
2025-11-29 00:00 - 2026-01-04 23:59
November 29-January 4. James J Hill House. $0-25

Experience Christmas, 1910—both upstairs and downstairs—in the sumptuous Gilded Age mansion of railroad titan James J. Hill. Admission includes self-guided access to holiday-themed exhibits and a 60-minute guided tour highlighting holiday stories and memories from both the Hill family and their staff. Purchase tickets and more info at mnhs.org/events.

Public Hearing: 2025 Regional Economic Framework (Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Alternative)
2025-12-03 04:00 - 18:00 | Metropolitan Council
December 3, 4:00 p.m. Metropolitan Council.

The Metropolitan Council is taking public comment on the 2025 Regional Economic Framework (CEDS Alternative) draft developed through partnership with regional stakeholders. The Framework is a regionally driven, place-based planning process that supports effective economic development across the Twin Cities Metropolitan Region.

Public Hearing

The Met Council has scheduled an in-person public hearing for 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3 at the Metropolitan Council meeting. If you’d like to offer public comment at the December 3 meeting, please pre-register by emailing public.info@metc.state.mn.us or recording a message at 651-602-1500. The Met Council is scheduled to adopt the framework on February 11, 2026. We value your input. Please share your comments, feedback, suggestions, or questions by 5:00 p.m. December 22, 2025. Submit your comment by filling out the form, emailing public.info@metc.state.mn.us, recording a message at 651-602-1500 (TTY 651-221-9886), or mailing comments to 390 Robert Street North, St. Paul, MN 55101-1805. The full Met Council will review the public comments and consider the strategy following the public comment period.Learn more at metrocouncil.org/Planning/2050-Regional-Economic-Framework/Draft-2025-CEDS.aspx

Candlelight Christmas
2025-12-04 00:00 - 2026-01-03 23:59 | Alexander Ramsey House
December 4-January 3. Alexander Ramsey House. $0-$20

Experience the bluer side of Christmas as we discuss the melancholy feelings that accompany the season. You’ll be guided by candlelight through the decorated 1872 mansion viewing unique holiday artifacts and listening to excerpts from the Ramsey family papers. Admission includes a 45-minute fully guided tour experience that begins in the Carriage House. Purchase tickets and more info at mnhs.org/events.

Blood Drive - Palace Recreation Center
2025-12-04 08:00 - 14:00 | Palace Community Center
December 4, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Palace Recreation Center.

Take an active role in this season of giving! Sign up today to donate blood at Palace Recreation Center from 8am-2pm. Must be 16+ to participate. A single donation can help save up to 3 lives! Register to donate blood and save lives today! redcrossblood.org/give.html.

Free Thursday Nights at the History Center
2025-12-04 16:00 - 20:00 | Minnesota History Center
Thursdays in December except Christmas and New Year’s Day. 4:00-8:00 p.m. Minnesota History Center. Free.

Visit the Minnesota History Center on a Thursday night from 4-8 p.m., and get free admission and parking! During Thursday visits, you can experience a variety of world-class exhibits, including Our Home: Native Minnesota, Reframing Our Stories, Minnesota’s Greatest Generation, Weather Permitting, and Then Now Wow. Additional information about free Thursday nights will be posted on mnhs.org/events.

North Pole Express
2025-12-05 00:00 - 2025-12-14 23:59 | Union Depot
December 5-7 & 11-14. Union Depot. $28+

Children and trains go together during the Holiday Season like colorful lights, brightly iced cookies, festively wrapped gifts, family and friends. Step aboard and experience the magic of the holidays in vintage style as you ride the rails to meet Santa and his cheerful elves. Our excited all-volunteer crew, along with Santa and his helpers, promise to make this a memorable holiday tradition for your whole family. Climb aboard this holiday train into the past, featuring a visit to the North Pole and a special appearance by Santa himself! Buy tickets and more information at 261.com/npe.

Holiday Carolers at The St. Paul Hotel
2025-12-05 00:00 - 2025-12-20 23:59 | St. Paul Hotel
December 5 – December 20. The St. Paul Hotel. Free

Celebrate the Season with Live Caroling in the Heart of Downtown St. Paul. Step into the timeless charm of The St. Paul Hotel this December and experience the sounds of the season with live performances from talented local choirs and musicians. Each weekend (listed below), our historic lobby fills with festive melodies, warm holiday spirit, and the glow of twinkling lights — creating a truly magical atmosphere for guests and visitors alike. Join us for complimentary performances and make The Saint Paul Hotel part of your holiday tradition.Learn more at saintpaulhotel.com/events/holiday-carolers-at-the-saint-paul-hotel.

47th Annual Holiday Bazaar 2025
2025-12-05 10:00 - 2025-12-07 17:00 | Landmark Center
December 5-7. Landmark Center. $5

Holiday décor and live holiday music add festive ambiance to this beautiful, classic venue. Starting Friday, December 5 and running through Sunday, December 7, guests can find beautiful and unique handcrafted gift items by 80 of the area’s finest artists. The Bazaar features quality handcrafted items including, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, décor, woven and wearable art, handmade lotions, soaps and more! Festive music and delicious treats add to the enjoyment of holiday shopping. $5 admission (Cash or Check Only!) | 12 & under free. Friday, December 5: 10am-7pm, Saturday, December 6: 10am-5pm, Sunday, December 7: 10am-5pm. Friday, December 5: Twilight Shopping Special – Enjoy a complimentary refreshment, 4 – 7 pm More information at landmarkcenter.org/holiday-bazaar.

History of All Things Christmas at Sibley
2025-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Sibley Historic Site
December 5, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sibley Historic Site. $15-$20

Christmas has a remarkable history—not all of which you may expect! In fact, there were several times in history when Christmas was unpopular and looked very different from the Christmas we celebrate today. As we go through the history of all things Christmas, you may be surprised by where our traditions originate and how they came to be as we know them today. Space is limited, so please pre-register. Tickets and more information can be found at dakotahistory.org/events/1039-dec-5-mendota-after-hours-history-of-christmas.

Children’s Holiday Party
2025-12-05 19:00 - 22:00 | C.S.P.S. Hall
December 5, 7:00 p.m. C.S.P.S. Hall. Free

Performances by the children and teen dancers, plus Sokol Singers. Special visits from Saint Nicolas, the Angel, and the Devil. Learn more at sokolmn.org/all-events.

Circus Juventas Presents: Solstice
2025-12-05 19:00 - 2025-12-14 17:00 | Circus Juventas
December 5-14. Circus Juventas. $25-$35

As the forest creatures prepare for the great winter solstice celebration, a ripple runs through the frosted wood. Jack Frost has gone missing, swept away to the lair of the Summer Sorcerer, who is determined to usher in an age of eternal heat. Only the caretakers of the seasons can free Jack in time to stop the sorcerer and ring in winter. This December, flip, tumble, and careen through glittering woods and snow-dappled clearings on a holiday adventure to save the seasons as Circus Juventas presents the spectacular holiday production “Solstice.” To purchase tickets or more information, visit cjshows.org/Solstice.

Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas
2025-12-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m. Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. $34-83

Get ready for an exhilarating night of festive cheer with the Celtic Family Christmas performance, starring powerhouse fiddlers Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, their family, and their world-class band. Their high-energy performance promises exciting new versions of classic Christmas favorites, sure to get feet stomping, hearts racing, and set spirits ablaze. Tickets and more at ordway.org/events/celtic-family-christmas.

620 Club Karaoke
2025-12-05 20:30 - 2025-12-06 00:30 | 620 Club
December 5, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 620 Club. Free.

Monthly on every first Friday – Come sing your heart out! Learn more at 620clubstp.com/saint-paul-west-7th-620-club-events

Christmas in Germany
2025-12-06 00:00 - 2025-12-07 23:59 | Germanic-American Institute
December 6-7. Germanic American Institute. $0-$10

Feel the spirit of the season come alive at the Germanic American Institute’s Christmas in Germany celebration. This cherished holiday tradition returns for another festive weekend filled with twinkling lights, joyful music, and the sights and smells of a German Christmas market right in the heart of St. Paul. To purchase tickets and/or find more information, visit gaimn.org/calendar/christmas-2025.

Santa’s Train Shop at the Minnesota Transportation Museum
2025-12-06 00:00 - 2025-12-21 23:59
Weekends Dec 6 – 21. Minnesota Transportation Museum. $0-$25

All aboard for a holiday adventure your family won’t forget! Join us weekends in December for Santa’s Train Shop, a magical celebration of trains, Christmas, and community spirit. Experience the wonder of the season with festive activities for kids (and kids at heart). For tickets and more info, visit trainride.org/santas-train-shop.
